Portland Community College
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Oregon’s largest higher-education institution | Training our community's workforce, preparing students for success, and enhancing the vibrancy of Portland’s economic community
Language is a bridge. At PCC’s Newberg Center, ESOL instructor Amber Bliss Calderón—20-year Newberg resident, global teacher—helps working adults find their voice. Integrated, real-life skills. Local access. Dignity, better jobs, stronger families. One class at a time.
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Bliss Calderón Bridges Language Gap | News at PCC
Amber Bliss Calderón uses her world experiences to connect with Newberg's non-native English speakers to boost careers and lives
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November 5, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Language is a bridge. At PCC’s Newberg Center, ESOL instructor Amber Bliss Calderón—20-year Newberg resident, global teacher—helps working adults find their voice. Integrated, real-life skills. Local access. Dignity, better jobs, stronger families. One class at a time.
@yamhilladvocate.bsky.social
@yamhilladvocate.bsky.social
📚 Portland Community College hosts the NACCS Pacific Northwest Foco Regional Conference Nov. 7–8 at Rock Creek Campus! Explore student & faculty work, film, music & research on fighting bias & systemic oppression. Free & open to all. @portlandmercury.com @washcodems.bsky.social
Rock Creek Hosts Important Regional Conference | News at PCC
PCC's Veronica Sandoval is organizing the NACCS Pacific Northwest conference at Rock Creek, which highlights Chicana/o studies, culture and empowerment
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October 29, 2025 at 5:52 PM
📚 Portland Community College hosts the NACCS Pacific Northwest Foco Regional Conference Nov. 7–8 at Rock Creek Campus! Explore student & faculty work, film, music & research on fighting bias & systemic oppression. Free & open to all. @portlandmercury.com @washcodems.bsky.social
👏 PCC’s Matt Scott earned an AWS 35-Year Lifetime Membership at FABTECH! A welding mentor for 32 years, he’s launched generations into great careers—reminding us that AI/robotics are tools, not replacements. Big need ahead: 330k welders by 2028. @fox12oregon.bsky.social
Longtime Welding Faculty Honored | News at PCC
Matt Scott earns the American Welding Society's Lifetime Membership Award, rewarding decades of teaching, mentorship and workforce leadership
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October 27, 2025 at 6:40 PM
👏 PCC’s Matt Scott earned an AWS 35-Year Lifetime Membership at FABTECH! A welding mentor for 32 years, he’s launched generations into great careers—reminding us that AI/robotics are tools, not replacements. Big need ahead: 330k welders by 2028. @fox12oregon.bsky.social
At PCC, choir director Sam Barbara has stories: Manilow vs. the Stones (he once stood feet from Mick at Staples!), USC gigs from Glee to Leno, and a peak night performing Lauridsen with the composer at piano. Catch PCC shows 7pm: Nov 5, Dec 3, Dec 6, Dec 10. @wweek.com
Sam Barbara Is In Concert With His Students | News at PCC
Barbara, who has performed with the likes of The Rolling Stones and Barry Manilow, leads the Rock Creek Choir into a packed fall schedule
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October 20, 2025 at 9:31 PM
At PCC, choir director Sam Barbara has stories: Manilow vs. the Stones (he once stood feet from Mick at Staples!), USC gigs from Glee to Leno, and a peak night performing Lauridsen with the composer at piano. Catch PCC shows 7pm: Nov 5, Dec 3, Dec 6, Dec 10. @wweek.com
Only 24% of NCAA teams are led by women—and just 4/10 women’s squads have women head coaches. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Chelsea Stocks as PCC Women’s Basketball head coach, fresh from D-I Cal State Fullerton. Catch the season opener Nov 13–15 at Cascade. @portlandmercury.com
New Women's Coach Is a Slam Dunk | News at PCC
PCC selects Chelsea Stocks to lead women's basketball after a stint as assistant coach at Cal State-Fullerton
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October 13, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Only 24% of NCAA teams are led by women—and just 4/10 women’s squads have women head coaches. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Chelsea Stocks as PCC Women’s Basketball head coach, fresh from D-I Cal State Fullerton. Catch the season opener Nov 13–15 at Cascade. @portlandmercury.com
📚 Join us for an author talk with Emma Pattee—PCC alum and author of Tilt—on Thu, Oct. 16, 9 a.m. at PCC Southeast Library (2305 SE 82nd & Division)! Celebrate her novel, enjoy refreshments, connect, and learn about earthquake preparedness. Free & open to all! 🌎💬 @oregonian.com @multco.bsky.social
Alum Returns As Accomplished Author | News at PCC
Emma Pattee will discuss ‘Tilt’ and engage in a lively conversation with PCC educators, students and the public about the novel’s themes
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October 6, 2025 at 5:42 PM
📚 Join us for an author talk with Emma Pattee—PCC alum and author of Tilt—on Thu, Oct. 16, 9 a.m. at PCC Southeast Library (2305 SE 82nd & Division)! Celebrate her novel, enjoy refreshments, connect, and learn about earthquake preparedness. Free & open to all! 🌎💬 @oregonian.com @multco.bsky.social
📸 Portland Community College & Blue Sky present Agency and the Image, a 2-day photo symposium Oct 10–11. Workshops, panels, and keynotes on identity, community & photography’s future. Join us at PCC SE & Cascade! @koin6.bsky.social @portlandmercury.com
Photography Symposium Slated For Oct. 10-11 | News at PCC
The two-day photography symposium titled, 'Agency and the Image,' will occur on Friday, Oct. 10 and Saturday, Oct. 11 at the Southeast and Cascade campuses
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September 29, 2025 at 5:15 PM
📸 Portland Community College & Blue Sky present Agency and the Image, a 2-day photo symposium Oct 10–11. Workshops, panels, and keynotes on identity, community & photography’s future. Join us at PCC SE & Cascade! @koin6.bsky.social @portlandmercury.com
📢 The Newberg community is invited to PCC’s Open House at the Newberg Center (135 Werth Blvd) on Tue, Oct 14, 11 AM–1 PM! Explore new fall classes, events, and partnerships, meet staff, share feedback & enjoy refreshments. Discover PCC’s future vision! @yamhilladvocate.bsky.social
Newberg Center Raises Curtain On New Direction | News at PCC
The open house on Oct. 14 will highlight what is new this fall term, including the center’s strategic vision, new classes, events and partnership opportunities
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September 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
📢 The Newberg community is invited to PCC’s Open House at the Newberg Center (135 Werth Blvd) on Tue, Oct 14, 11 AM–1 PM! Explore new fall classes, events, and partnerships, meet staff, share feedback & enjoy refreshments. Discover PCC’s future vision! @yamhilladvocate.bsky.social
From PCC’s Early College to a PhD track, Leah Blankenship turned challenges into purpose. Now a UO neuroscience doctoral student, she studies brain circuits tied to addiction while leading the Neurodiversity Alliance to build inclusive communities in STEM. @ohsunews.bsky.social @oregonian.com
Taking Brain Science to New Level | News at PCC
After completing the Beaverton Early College High School, Leah Blankenship is now a neuroscience doctoral candidate at the University of Oregon, studying the brain's lesser-known regions
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September 11, 2025 at 7:59 PM
From PCC’s Early College to a PhD track, Leah Blankenship turned challenges into purpose. Now a UO neuroscience doctoral student, she studies brain circuits tied to addiction while leading the Neurodiversity Alliance to build inclusive communities in STEM. @ohsunews.bsky.social @oregonian.com
PCC hosted 60+ high school educators for hands-on externships exploring career pathways in healthcare, tech, and more. These partnerships help teachers guide students toward futures in high-demand industries. 🌟 @repbonamici.bsky.social
Local teachers Get Schooled In Careers | News at PCC
PCC externships connect educators with career pathways, preparing students for higher education and workforce success
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September 2, 2025 at 5:43 PM
PCC hosted 60+ high school educators for hands-on externships exploring career pathways in healthcare, tech, and more. These partnerships help teachers guide students toward futures in high-demand industries. 🌟 @repbonamici.bsky.social
PCC’s new Opportunity Center at 42nd Ave is more than a building—it’s a hub for career training, workforce services, affordable housing & early learning. A holistic model helping families learn, grow & thrive. #CareerDevelopment #Community @oregonian.com @multco.bsky.social
New Affordable Housing at OC42 Dazzles | News at PCC
The college, along with Home Forward, NAYA, Metro and others, celebrated the grand opening of the newly named 'chaku kumtuks haws' affordable housing complex
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August 28, 2025 at 6:55 PM
PCC’s new Opportunity Center at 42nd Ave is more than a building—it’s a hub for career training, workforce services, affordable housing & early learning. A holistic model helping families learn, grow & thrive. #CareerDevelopment #Community @oregonian.com @multco.bsky.social
Portland Community College is proud to announce Vicky López Sánchez as our permanent VP of Student Affairs! 🌟 Vicky’s leadership focuses on belonging, equity, and student success—guiding more than 35 programs that support the full student journey. Congrats, Vicky! 🎉 @oregonian.com
College Names López Sánchez Permanent VP | News at PCC
Portland State graduate and Hillsboro resident Vicky López Sánchez takes over as PCC's Vice President of Student Affairs
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August 26, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Portland Community College is proud to announce Vicky López Sánchez as our permanent VP of Student Affairs! 🌟 Vicky’s leadership focuses on belonging, equity, and student success—guiding more than 35 programs that support the full student journey. Congrats, Vicky! 🎉 @oregonian.com
🌙✨ The Jade International Night Market returned to PCC Southeast on Aug 16! 🎶 Showcasing food, crafts, music & dance from over 100 vendors. It was fun for everyone! See you next year! @apanoaf.bsky.social #JadeDistrict
Ninth Annual Jade Market Night In The Books | News at PCC
Thousands attended the annual Jade International Night Market at PCC's Southeast Campus to enjoy entertainment, eat great food and connect with community resources
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August 21, 2025 at 8:39 PM
🌙✨ The Jade International Night Market returned to PCC Southeast on Aug 16! 🎶 Showcasing food, crafts, music & dance from over 100 vendors. It was fun for everyone! See you next year! @apanoaf.bsky.social #JadeDistrict
PCC’s College Access Latinx Initiative (CALI) has been named a national finalist for the 2025 Examples of Excelencia! 🎉 This honor highlights CALI’s impact in creating culturally responsive pathways for Latiné and all students. @oregonian.com @wweek.com @portlandmercury.com
Excelencia in Education Recognizes PCC | News at PCC
The college's College Access Latinx Initiative is honored for expanding access to higher education through culturally responsible support and learning
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August 19, 2025 at 5:12 PM
PCC’s College Access Latinx Initiative (CALI) has been named a national finalist for the 2025 Examples of Excelencia! 🎉 This honor highlights CALI’s impact in creating culturally responsive pathways for Latiné and all students. @oregonian.com @wweek.com @portlandmercury.com
🎉 Join us for the 9th Annual Jade Night Market at PCC Southeast on Sat, Aug 16 (3–10 PM)! Celebrate “Our Families, Our Homes” with global eats, 100+ vendors, cultural shows & Jade Dollars for qualifying guests. Free & family-friendly! 📍2305 SE 82nd Ave @oregonian.com @portlandmercury.com
PCC Hosts 9th Jade International Market Night | News at PCC
From 3-10 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 16, the Southeast Campus will come alive once again with thousands of people celebrating vibrant cultures, food, entertainment and activities
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August 7, 2025 at 9:38 PM
🎉 Join us for the 9th Annual Jade Night Market at PCC Southeast on Sat, Aug 16 (3–10 PM)! Celebrate “Our Families, Our Homes” with global eats, 100+ vendors, cultural shows & Jade Dollars for qualifying guests. Free & family-friendly! 📍2305 SE 82nd Ave @oregonian.com @portlandmercury.com
🏃♂️ Clackamas CC President Tim Cook is running 1,500+ miles to all 17 Oregon CCs in 50 days! His run is raising awareness of student food, housing & homelessness challenges. He stopped at PCC with Rep. Rob Nosse & PCC's Adrien Bennings.
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A President On The Run For Basic Needs | News at PCC
PCC welcomed Clackamas President Tim Cook, who is running 1,500 miles to raise awareness for Oregon community college student needs
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August 5, 2025 at 8:03 PM
🏃♂️ Clackamas CC President Tim Cook is running 1,500+ miles to all 17 Oregon CCs in 50 days! His run is raising awareness of student food, housing & homelessness challenges. He stopped at PCC with Rep. Rob Nosse & PCC's Adrien Bennings.
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After 30 years, Kelly Grant didn’t just graduate from PCC—he launched. With 3 degrees, top honors & a 4.0 GPA, he’s off to UO to chase a PhD in astrophysics. From caregiver to scientist, his journey proves it’s not too late to reach for the stars. 🚀 #HigherEd @koin6.bsky.social @uoregon.bsky.social
Kelly Grant Looks To The Stars | News at PCC
A member of PCC's Class of 2025, Grant credits the college's steady orbit of support and encouragement while rocketing towards a doctorate in astrophysics
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July 21, 2025 at 5:38 PM
After 30 years, Kelly Grant didn’t just graduate from PCC—he launched. With 3 degrees, top honors & a 4.0 GPA, he’s off to UO to chase a PhD in astrophysics. From caregiver to scientist, his journey proves it’s not too late to reach for the stars. 🚀 #HigherEd @koin6.bsky.social @uoregon.bsky.social
Mis Ter Rae Two Crow went from the Fort Berthold Reservation to PCC’s Maritime Welding Program — sparking her way into a new future. 🔥 From blueprints to big dreams, she’s proving women belong in the trades. 💪 #WomenInTrades #PCC #Welding #CareerPathways @portlandgov.bsky.social
Pathway Ignites Passion For Welding | News at PCC
Mis Ter Rae Two Crow didn't let the pandemic or issues with her gender stop her from following her passion of a career in maritime welding
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July 15, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Mis Ter Rae Two Crow went from the Fort Berthold Reservation to PCC’s Maritime Welding Program — sparking her way into a new future. 🔥 From blueprints to big dreams, she’s proving women belong in the trades. 💪 #WomenInTrades #PCC #Welding #CareerPathways @portlandgov.bsky.social
Jackie Nguyen, a PCC Auto Collision student, just won the 2025 WIN Legends Scholarship! A former public health grad turned car enthusiast, she's proving it’s never too late to chase your career passion. 🚗🔥 #PCCProud #WomenInTrades #AutoCollision @fox12oregon.bsky.social @repbonamici.bsky.social
That 'WIN-ning' Feeling | News at PCC
PCC student Jackie Nguyen earns the prestigious Legends Scholarship from Women’s Industry Network (WIN)
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July 2, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Jackie Nguyen, a PCC Auto Collision student, just won the 2025 WIN Legends Scholarship! A former public health grad turned car enthusiast, she's proving it’s never too late to chase your career passion. 🚗🔥 #PCCProud #WomenInTrades #AutoCollision @fox12oregon.bsky.social @repbonamici.bsky.social
🎶 From Peru to PCC, Abigail Robles found her rhythm in sustainability. Named to the 2025 All-Oregon Academic Team, she's building dreams in mass timber and chasing Miss Oregon too. Hybrid hustle, permaculture soul—this Panther’s got the blues, and they sing of growth. 🌲👑
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Timber! PCC Scholar Eyes Wood Innovation Degree | News at PCC
After having been named to the 2025 All-Oregon Academic Team, Abigail Robles will transfer into the OSU's Forestry Center to pursue a bachelor's degree
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June 23, 2025 at 8:45 PM
🎶 From Peru to PCC, Abigail Robles found her rhythm in sustainability. Named to the 2025 All-Oregon Academic Team, she's building dreams in mass timber and chasing Miss Oregon too. Hybrid hustle, permaculture soul—this Panther’s got the blues, and they sing of growth. 🌲👑
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@fox12oregon.bsky.social
🎓 In uncertain times, one truth stands tall—PCC cares. On June 13, nearly 1,000 grads crossed the stage at the 63rd Commencement. With a theme of support & belonging, the ceremony inspired a crowd of thousands. Congrats, Class of 2025!
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Photos: Class of 2025 Goes Out In Style | News at PCC
On Friday, June 13, PCC held its 63rd commencement ceremony where nearly 1,000 graduates celebrated an end of an era
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June 17, 2025 at 6:23 PM
🎓 In uncertain times, one truth stands tall—PCC cares. On June 13, nearly 1,000 grads crossed the stage at the 63rd Commencement. With a theme of support & belonging, the ceremony inspired a crowd of thousands. Congrats, Class of 2025!
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🎓 Congratulations to our 2025 graduates! As student speaker Rose Binoya said, each person who earned their diploma experienced a different journey. But they all shared one thing – they kept showing up. For each other, for their families and friends, and for themselves. And we couldn't be more proud!
June 17, 2025 at 12:31 AM
🎓 Congratulations to our 2025 graduates! As student speaker Rose Binoya said, each person who earned their diploma experienced a different journey. But they all shared one thing – they kept showing up. For each other, for their families and friends, and for themselves. And we couldn't be more proud!
PCC’s Diego Lobato is a 2025 Jack Kent Cooke Scholar! 🎓 From a single-parent home in San Diego to NYU, he’s on a mission to build tech for social good. “PCC changed the trajectory of my life.” Congrats, Diego! 👏 #JKCF #FirstGen #STEM @oregonian.com
National Award Brings Tears of Joy | News at PCC
After being named a 2025 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholar, Diego Lobato's family couldn't contain their emotion
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June 12, 2025 at 4:33 PM
PCC’s Diego Lobato is a 2025 Jack Kent Cooke Scholar! 🎓 From a single-parent home in San Diego to NYU, he’s on a mission to build tech for social good. “PCC changed the trajectory of my life.” Congrats, Diego! 👏 #JKCF #FirstGen #STEM @oregonian.com
Portland Community College is seeking civic-minded folks to join its Audit Committee! 🌟 Help ensure transparency & financial integrity at Oregon’s largest college. Students welcome! Apply by July 7: [email protected] @pnwelcome.bsky.social @multco.bsky.social @tteaeducators.bsky.social
PCC's Audit Committee Needs Volunteers | News at PCC
The college is seeking people to serve four-year terms, with the possibility of reappointment for a second term
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June 11, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Portland Community College is seeking civic-minded folks to join its Audit Committee! 🌟 Help ensure transparency & financial integrity at Oregon’s largest college. Students welcome! Apply by July 7: [email protected] @pnwelcome.bsky.social @multco.bsky.social @tteaeducators.bsky.social
🎓🎉 PCC's 63rd commencement is Fri, June 13 at 7 PM at Memorial Coliseum! Pres. Bennings to honor nearly 1,000 grads. Keynote: Lisa Mensah, Oregon Community Foundation CEO. Free parking/shuttle from Cascade Campus. @fox12oregon.bsky.social @portlandgov.bsky.social @oregonian.com
Class of 2025 Ready For Spotlight | News at PCC
The 63rd PCC commencement ceremony features inspiring speakers and nearly 1,000 freshly minted graduates
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June 9, 2025 at 5:34 PM
🎓🎉 PCC's 63rd commencement is Fri, June 13 at 7 PM at Memorial Coliseum! Pres. Bennings to honor nearly 1,000 grads. Keynote: Lisa Mensah, Oregon Community Foundation CEO. Free parking/shuttle from Cascade Campus. @fox12oregon.bsky.social @portlandgov.bsky.social @oregonian.com