Minneapolis, Minn. (March 31, 2010) --Women competing at this year’s USA Cycling Collegiate Road National Championships have an added incentive: the chance to earn an opportunity to race against professionals at one of the nation’s top stage races.

Portland State University Essay by Elizabeth Sederbaum and Miles Crumley The Portland State University (PSU) cycling club is entering its seventh year of competitive cycling. The club consists of riders of all levels, from beginner to pro, and disciplines including road, mountain, cyclo-cross and track. The team reflects the diversity of Portland State University; a large, urban university located in downtown Portland, Oregon with almost 30,000 students.