Thirteen Years in the Making: Finding Momentum Through Career Pathways & STEP
When she first enrolled at Portland Community College more than a decade ago, she didn’t imagine it would take 13 […] Posted June 10, 2026
Building a New Path in Real Time: Parenting, Purpose, and the Road to Education
For Richard, coming to PCC wasn’t about starting over—it was about finding a path that fit the life he was […] Posted June 1, 2026
Finding Purpose, One Class at a Time
For Tony, 2024 marked a turning point. At 52, Tony decided it was finally time to pursue something he’d wanted […] Posted May 21, 2026
Finding the Right Fit, One Pivot at a Time
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Finding the Right Intersection, One Exploration at a Time
For Davin, coming to PCC wasn’t about following a straight path—it was about giving himself permission to explore, reflect, and […] Posted May 1, 2026
“This Is My Time”: A Welding IET Success Story
Error: The image above does not have Alt Text When Gustavo first heard about PCC’s Welding Integrated Education & Training […] Posted April 21, 2026
Building More Than Metal: Creating Career Pathways with SMART Local 16 & The Sheet Metal Institute
Error: The image above does not have Alt Text When you step inside the world of sheet metal, you quickly […] Posted April 21, 2026
Designing Their Future: Shay’s Path Through PCC
Finding the right path isn’t always a straight line—and Shay’s journey is a great reminder that exploration, support, and a […] Posted January 30, 2026
Employer Spotlight: Retronix Semiconductor – A Launchpad for Career Growth
At Retronix Semiconductor, a leading trusted vendor for Intel and one of Hillsboro’s largest employers, opportunity starts from day one. […] Posted January 30, 2026
Here for You – Food Support Resources for Students
We know that many students are losing access to SNAP food benefits starting November 1, and this change can create […] Posted October 29, 2025

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