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PCC Veterans Education Benefits
To use your education benefits, attend VA Advising Workshops or certify course schedule, see the Veterans Education Benefits Office (VEBO) page. VEBO and VRC have separate functions and locations. For other inquiries about education benefits, see information for Active Duty, Reserve and Guard students. VEBO needs your schedule each term for certification for benefits to be processed by VA.
PCC Veterans Resource Centers
The Veterans Resource Centers (VRCs) are open and welcoming spaces that support all students at PCC. We focus on providing veteran and military-affiliated students, their families, and the surrounding veteran community with events, advocacy, resources, programming, and cultural engagement virtually and on campus. The Veterans Resource Centers are located on Cascade, Rock Creek, Southeast, and Sylvania campuses. Click the campus links at the bottom of this page for contact information at each location.
PCC Veteran Events
Virtual services are available five days a week Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm. Reach us by Zoom appointment, send us an email , or use our virtual chat.
VRC: What we offer on campus
We offer transitional tools for veteran students to be successful on their path back into civilian spaces. Each VRC is a space to socialize, grab a free coffee, study, or simply relax. All students, staff, and faculty are invited to engage and learn more about the veteran culture and veteran students on campus by visiting a VRC today!
- cookie bite Amenities include snacks, drinks, board games, video games, movies and more!
- desktop Quiet ADA compliant study space, computer lab and free printing for students
- chalkboard user Leadership and professional development programs, workshops and family friendly events
- user group Meet with an academic professional to discuss veterans’ matters virtually or in person
- compass Guidance on veteran or military-related issues and navigating PCC or VA systems to include the following:
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- Classroom accommodations
- Career Counseling and Academic Advising
- Support for for academic retention and tutoring services
- FAFSA, grant, and scholarship
- Understanding Eligibility for VA Educational Benefits
- Information on filing or appealing VA disability claims
- Accessing VA Healthcare
- handshake angle Connection to community-based networks and associated resources for students and veterans
- briefcase Student job opportunities at each campus location
- map Lost? We’ll help you find what you need!
Veteran Community Resources
- Returning Veterans Project
- Portland Vet Center
- ODVA Events & Resources
- NAMI Veterans Support Group
- PCC Counseling
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Campus VRCs
Visit the campus Veterans Resource Center (VRC) page of your choice below to find more about hours, contact information, and what’s available on each campus!
