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First responders need real-world training
- There is a critical need for a program that trains a critical workforce. The first responders program, which educates and […] Posted October 20, 2008
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Demand grows for well-trained welders
- Welding instructor Matt Scott would pull his hair out if he had the time. But he doesn’t. Scott is too […] Posted October 13, 2008
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Nursing program saves a career
- There were more than 800 students who applied to the Portland Community College nursing program last year. But only 100 […] Posted October 6, 2008
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New option for renewable energy industry
- With the impending construction of a huge wind farm and big interest in alternative energy, Portland Community College is responding […] Posted September 29, 2008
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PCC’s enrollment growth highlights 47th year
- As the 2008-09 school year gets underway this week, the largest institution of higher education in Oregon – more than […] Posted September 22, 2008
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Norma Jean Germond: Distinguished in every way
- Norma Jean Germond is distinguished in many ways. From her thoughtfulness to her tenacity, Germond is known for getting things […] Posted September 15, 2008
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SolarWorld sees the light with PCC
- As the largest photovoltaic manufacturer in the United States, SolarWorld AG is beginning to ramp up its new 480,000-square-foot production […] Posted September 8, 2008
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PCC’s SBDC guides entrepreneurs through tricky decisions
- In 2006 Rebecca Pearcy was at a crossroads with her specialty handbag business Queen Bee Creations. The 10-year-old company she […] Posted September 1, 2008
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Emily Hall: A diverse cause
- Emily Hall finished her degree in the Civil and Mechanical Engineering Technology program and credits the program for turning her […] Posted August 25, 2008
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40,000 worms, one perfect learning experience
- The Rock Creek Campus has been called a model for recycling. Now, it also can be called an award-winning model […] Posted August 18, 2008