PCC Feature Stories and Profiles
Learn more about PCC, our students, faculty, and staff through stories and profiles.
Top Ten Stories of 2008- Check out the 10 most interesting and, most read, stories from the PCC Web site during the last year. [December 29, 2008 - Archived home page]
'Driving' for the holidays- Staff, faculty and students pulled together this holiday season for a myriad of food and clothing drives to help those less fortunate. [December 15, 2008 - Archived home page]
Superhero campaign is picture perfect- Transfer student Paul Kiefer is one example of how scholarship money can make a difference in a student's life. This year a huge matching gift could double your gift. [December 8, 2008 - Archived home page]
Cascade student earns national Coke scholarship- Amber Parke is one of 400 community college students nationwide, and the only one in Oregon, who was selected to receive money from the Coca-Cola Two-Year Colleges Scholarship Program. [November 24, 2008 - Archived home page]
PCC goes international- International students are organizing the sixth edition of the popular International Education Week, which takes place at all PCC campuses from Nov. 17-21. [November 17, 2008 - Archived home page]
A new twist to oldie 'War of the Worlds'
- New Theater Director Patrick Tangredi adds his own twists and turns to this Orson Welles classic radio play. [November 10, 2008 - Archived home page]
New bioscience program comes at the right time- Workers laid off and looking for retraining into a stable career can look no farther than PCC's new bioscience technology short-
term training program. [November 3, 2008 - Archived home page] 
PCC Bond would be child-friendly- The issue of child care is a big one for low-income students, who need child care services the most. The bond measure, if passed, would expand facilities across the district. [October 27, 2008 - Archived home page]
First Responders need real-world training- Students must practice on themselves to learn the skills of their trade instead of using real-world simulations. [October 20, 2008 - Archived home page]
Demand grows for well-trained welders- CC is swamped with students looking for work and demand from industry for qualified workers with not enough space to help accommodate the two. [October 13, 2008 - Archived home page]
Nursing program saves a career- Kerri Hines needed a new career after years as a medical technician. She got it at PCC's nursing program. [October 6, 2008 - Archived home page]
New option for renewable energy industry - The college's Electronic Engineering Technology program is responding to the changing winds of the alternative energy industry. PCC overall has plenty of new energy options. [September 29, 2008 - Archived home page]
PCC's enrollment growth highlights 47th year - The long-time PCC Board member is honored for her service, and tenacity, to championing students. [September 22, 2008 - Archived home page]
Norma JeanDistinguished in every way- The long-time PCC Board member is honored for her service, and tenacity, to championing students. [September 15, 2008 - Archived home page]
SolarWorld sees the light with PCC- SolarWorld in Hillsboro contracted with the college's Customized & Workplace Training and Microelectronics programs to develop training and a new solar degree program. [September 8, 2008 - Archived home page]
To the Rescue- PCC's Small Business Development Center guides entrepreneurs through tricky decisions. [September 1, 2008 - Archived home page]
Emily Hall a diverse cause- When Emily Hall entered PCC as a 30-year-old single mother a few years ago her confidence was at an 'all time low.' Now, her spirits or career couldn't get much higher. [August 25, 2008 - Archived home page]
40,000 worms, one perfect learning experience- The Rock Creek Campus has created a loop program that capitalizes on its worm composting to recycle waste and grow organic food. [August 18, 2008 - Archived home page]
Welding partnership reinvigorates industry- The Swan Island Training Center has started classes as Vigor and PCC team up to provide welding opportunities to support the local manufacturing industry. [August 11, 2008 - Archived home page]
PCC's dream girl nominated for Grammy- We are reintroduced to Julianne Johnson-Weiss who starring in the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center's production of 'Dreamgirls.' She also was a 2008 Grammy nominee. [July 28, 2008 - Archived home page]
Chan's story of re-training, perseverance- After a lengthy absence from education and several layoffs, Hilary Chan returns. [July 21, 2008 - Archived home page]
Marneet Lewis goes to Washington- PCC graduate Marneet Lewis is part of the Summer Congressional Internship Program for Students with Disabilities in U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy's Washington, D.C. office. [July 14, 2008 - Archived home page]
Mike Flaman reaches a goal - Using his expertise and the Machine Manufacturing Technology shop, the recently retired Flaman built two goal posts for the Sylvania Physical Education Department. [July 7, 2008 - Archived home page]
Ceramics is her cup of tea- At 83, Shirley Mattraw finds plenty of time to use the Rock Creek Campus ceramics studio to make her trademark tea cups. [June 30, 2008 - Archived home page]
Learning for Life- Searching for a hobby or new ways to fill your time? Check out the hundreds of courses offered each term through Community Education. [June 23, 2008 - Archived home page]
Learning to help those who need it - A new national project through Campus Compact and the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund is allowing PCC students to learn how to be philanthropists. [June 16, 2008 - Archived home page]
PCC celebrates 46th graduation- Thousands of students and their families will crowd into the Memorial Coliseum for their most important night. [June 9, 2008 - Archived home page]
Dog days of Vet Tech- This spring the Vet Tech students at Rock Creek help dogs and cats get healthy while learning how to care for them. At year's end, animals go up for adoption. [June 2, 2008 - Archived home page]
New course comes at a critical time- The First Responders program at the Cascade Campus teaches people how to step in and help when a situation demands immediate, on-the-scene care. [May 26, 2008 - Archived home page]
Student writer's work all play - Emma Pattee, 17, penned the Kennedy Center-nominated 'Waiting for Baby James'' which follows a family at Thanksgiving after their son dies in Iraq. [May 19, 2008 - Archived home page]
The shining light of 'Judas'
- Lighting design bigwig Peter West is the man who will set the mood for the Theatre Arts program's production of 'The Last Days of Judas Iscariot.' [May 12, 2008 - Archived home page]
ArtBeat welcomes painting great Harry Widman- The Oregon legend will be the featured artist at this year's art festival. He has cultivated a legacy that spans more than 50 years in Oregon. [May 5, 2008 - Archived home page]
Young lawmakers connect to students- A group of young legislators from Salem hosted an informal town hall meeting at Sylvania to hear what's on the minds of students. [April 28, 2008 - Archived home page]
Here's a tip: Food Service gives back - Food Service staff donate thousands to fund scholarships for students who work in its dining rooms across PCC. [April 21, 2008 - Archived home page]
Cascade Job Fair- Presenting Sponsor Comcast says the annual job fair gives them a critical connection to the community's workforce. [April 14, 2008 - Archived home page]
French instructor toast of Sylvania - French citizen and teacher Joëlle Lopez-Schadeck is enjoying her stay as part of the Fulbright Teacher Exchange Program. [April 7, 2008 - Archived home page]
- PCC's dream girl helps students realize their own dreams (part 2 of 2)
- Julianne Johnson-Weiss isn't just an instructor at PCC, she has made it her mission to make sure students find their calling in life and have the support they need to do it. [March 31, 2008 - Archived home page]
- PCC's dream girl nominated for Grammy (part 1 of 2)
- Julianne Johnson-Weiss is starring in the Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center's production of 'Dreamgirls.' She also was a 2008 Grammy nominee. [March 24, 2008 - Archived home page]
In spring, Lookabill is always sheepish- Every year the Rock Creek Farm and its coordinator, Terry Lookabill, must oversee the births of 40 or more lambs. Farm plays integral part in student learning. [March 17, 2008 - Archived home page]
Superhero campaign is up, up and away- The 2008 Faculty, Staff and Retiree Giving Campaign is off and running. Recipients and donors alike illustrate what a difference a donation can make. [March 10, 2008 - Archived home page]
'Henry IV' gives Modica chance to rule- What is student Lauren Modica's latest challenge? She plays Jack Falstaff in the upcoming PCC Theater Arts production of 'Henry IV.' [March 03, 2008 - Archived home page]
It's hammer time for welding grads- Thanks to four former PCC welding students, Hal Hickman's PowerHammer Co. has pounded out a niche selling his invention all over the world. [February 25, 2008 - Archived home page]
Cameroonian director stops by PCC's African film festival- Jean-Marie Téno was the honored guest to the festival, which showcased two of his acclaimed documentaries. [February 18, 2008 - Archived home page]
Teach-in proves interest isn't cooling on global warming- Focus the Nation on Jan. 31 educated staff and students about solutions to the global warming issue and the response was big. [February 11, 2008 - Archived home page]
A marathon of a career- Whether it's speeding through marathons or serving her students, Cascade physical education instructor Levi Query is always on the run. [February 04, 2008 - Archived home page]
Cannes winner highlights African film festival- PCC's Cascade Festival of African Films features award-winning movies and a visit from documentary filmmaker Jean-Marie Téno. [January 28, 2008 - Archived home page]
Getting to know Oaxaca- PCC's Community Education program offers trips to Oaxaca, Mexico, which feature much more than just seeing the sights. [January 21, 2008 - Archived home page]
Financial Aid Day a big opportunity for students - The event is a chance for current and future students to get some help in filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. [January 14, 2008 - Archived home page]
PCC Winter Powwow a community event- The community is invited to the college's annual powwow, which helps those in, and out of, the Native community develop relationships. [January 07, 2008 - Archived home page]