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Posted in 2006

PCC class teaches artists about business relationships
PORTLAND, Ore. - Budding artists often find it intimidating to locate partners that are willing to help promote their work. This spring, a Portland Community College non-credit class takes artists through the basics of turning their art into a lucrative business. Posted March 17, 2006
Learn Spanish with PCC non-credit classes
ST. HELENS, Ore. - Learning a second language is always valuable but learning Spanish can be a real asset since it is one of the fastest-growing languages in the U.S. Take this opportunity from Portland Community College to join a non-credit Spanish class this winter designed especially for adult students. Posted March 17, 2006
SHORT TAKES: College hosts dean of Enrollment Services forums
A wrap-up of events around PCC. Posted March 16, 2006
Learn new digital photography skills in PCC class
HILLSBORO, Ore. - The spring is a great time to dust off your camera, brush up on your skills and capture precious memories. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional, you can take your photograph skills to the next level in Portland Community College's non-credit photography class, combining both shooting and presentations. Posted March 16, 2006
Roses are blooming in PCC drawing class
HILLSBORO, Ore. - From ages past roses have represented the souls desire for beauty in life. Now there is no better time to capture their beauty in an enduring fashion: drawing. This spring, Portland Community College will offer a non-credit class focused entirely on the beauty of roses. Posted March 16, 2006
Tour the world of cheese with PCC
HILLSBORO, Ore. - Love cheese? Open up your horizons and look beyond cheddar and Swiss. This spring, Portland Community College will launch a delectable journey though the world of savory cheese in a unique three-week, non-credit class. Posted March 16, 2006
Students learn Spanish basics in PCC non-credit class
FOREST GROVE, Ore. - 'Habla espa'ol? No? Since Spanish is one of the fastest-growing languages in the U.S., maybe it is time to pick up the basics of this beautiful language. This spring, Portland Community College offers adults students the chance to start at the beginning and learn easily. Posted March 16, 2006
PCC offers resume help for non-native English speakers
BEAVERTON, Ore. - Writing an effective resume is always a challenging task, but for those who are new to the English language it can be a barrier to employment. This spring, Portland Community College will offer non-native English speakers the opportunity to work with an experienced instructor in a non-credit workshop designed to develop winning resumes and cover letters. Posted March 16, 2006
Students capture timeless events in PCC photo class
BEAVERTON, Ore. - Photographing your special events ensures a lifetime of memories, but it takes a practiced eye and a trained lens to really capture the extraordinary moments. Be ready to put your camera to use when those moments come your way. Portland Community College will offer a non-credit class dedicated to teaching students the tricks of chronicling events in a timeless format. Posted March 16, 2006
Learn how to care for your pet with PCC Class
BEAVERTON, Ore. - Ready to add a pet to your household? And, are you anxious about the ramifications of training and caring for it? Portland Community College offers the perfect solution for pets and owners alike in an upcoming non-credit pet care class. Posted March 16, 2006
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