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CTE Month: Matt Scott Sparks Student Success
The welding instructor earned an AWS lifetime award, mentoring students and expanding pathways into high-demand welding careers Posted February 1, 2026
Adam Holzschuh and Eric Brurud in front of HT courtyard, arms folded. Mission Implausible: Student Saves $143K
Dual-enrolled and PSU student Eric Brurud found substantial savings for the college after water audit Posted January 26, 2026
Chantell Wesley Achieving Her Dream
As Oregon heads toward 2026–27 ethnic studies implementation, alum Chantell Wesley is becoming the kind of educator the state needs Posted January 12, 2026
Sylvania Carnegie Foundation Recognizes PCC
has demonstrated strong alignment across the college’s mission, culture, leadership, resources and practices that support community engagement Posted January 11, 2026
Val Brenneis Habitat For Humanity And Sustainability
Rock Creek Campus instructor Val Brenneis is supporting students and honoring the cultural and ecological heritage of the campus Posted December 1, 2025
harvest Being Green Brings In The Gold
Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education awards with 'Top Performer' and 'Gold' status in sustainability performance reporting for higher education Posted November 24, 2025
“Neit” Tien Duong_100125_005 Student Support With International Flare
Diverse cultures and backgrounds celebrated as welcomes 350 international students from 68 countries Posted November 17, 2025
History Corner: 2010's International Ed Week
Fifteen years ago, PCC's “hidden gem” stepped into the spotlight as the eighth annual event filled all four major campuses with fashion, culture, and conversation Posted November 11, 2025
group Expands First-year Experience
The new initiative pairs new students with coaches for personalized guidance on academics and resources to provide more than 5,000 students with out-of-the-gate success Posted November 10, 2025
Longtime Welding Faculty Honored
Matt Scott earns the American Welding Society's Lifetime Membership Award, rewarding decades of teaching, mentorship and workforce leadership Posted October 27, 2025
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