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Dr. Adrien Bennings Celebrating Black History: Upholding A Legacy
President Bennings reflects on her journey as a leader and being the first permanent Black female president in the college’s history Posted February 3, 2025
PCC legislative intern group photo Oregon Leaders Drop By PCC
The college welcomed key state legislators to the annual Legislative Reception, which highlights PCC’s pivotal role in the community Posted January 20, 2025
Poppie with donors Foundation Celebrates Scholarship Recipients
With a theme of 'Community and Possibility,' the evening was filled with messages of resilience, hope, and the impact of collective investment in education Posted November 7, 2024
PCC President Adrien Bennings signs as PSU President Ann Cudd watches PCC, PSU Sign Semiconductor Education Deal
The agreement creates pathways for STEM students, offering a continuum of training from PCC to PSU's advanced degrees Posted October 14, 2024
Jade Night drummer Jade Market Night Returns Aug. 10
The event features culture entertainment, free family-friendly activities and plenty of food Posted August 1, 2024
Pride marchers with fans A Pride Parade With Purpose
The Queer Resource Centers lead PCC's involvement, showcasing a spirit of unity, support and education Posted July 25, 2024
Board of directors PCC Board Selects New Leadership
Kristi Wilson will serve as the Board's chair, while Mari Watanabe will be the vice chair Posted July 24, 2024
Sean and Mackenzie Hotchkiss Graduation A Family Affair
Father-daughter tandem Sean and Mackenzie Hotchkiss overcome tragedy to earn their associate degrees Posted June 17, 2024
Scene from 2023 graduation PCC Celebrates Class of 2024
Thousands of newly minted graduates will celebrate earning their degrees and certificates with family and friends Posted June 3, 2024
From left, Oscar Arana (NAYA CEO), Patricia Rojas (regional housing director at Metro), Ivory Mathews (executive director of Home Forward), Dr. Adrien Bennings (PCC president), Helmi Hisserich (director of the Portland Housing Bureau), and Natasha Detweiler-Daby (director of Affordable Rental Housing Division). PCC Leads Affordable Housing Boom
Groundbreaking ceremony for PCC Killingsworth affordable housing community marks new era in Northeast Portland Posted May 20, 2024