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Learn Irish language with PCC lessons
PORTLAND, Ore. - Want to keep your Irish heritage alive, or just like the sound of the Irish brogue? This spring, you can learn the language of the Emerald Isle with three levels of non-credit classes offered by Portland Community College. Instructor Eric Zoerner will use conversation methods that make language-learning fun. Posted March 8, 2005
Learn ancient healing techniques with PCC Chinese medicine series
PORTLAND, Ore. - Chinese medicine has been relied upon for centuries to provide healing and wellness. Today, many have discovered that it also provides natural alternatives to traditional approaches. A Portland Community College non-credit series will let you explore the benefits Chinese medicine for yourself, while addressing specific health issues relevant to today's culture. Posted March 8, 2005
Practice Italian with foreign film class
PORTLAND, Ore. - They say the best way to understand a culture is through its art. For students of the Italian language, Portland Community College has a unique way to delve into the culture as you improve your skills: watching Italian films. Posted March 8, 2005
Take the spotlight as a stand-up comedian
PORTLAND, Ore. - Are you always making people laugh? Do your relish the thought of a crowd and want to step up your act a notch? A new Portland Community College non-credit class can help fine-tune your humor, expand your material and get you ready to bring down a house as a real standup comedian. Posted March 7, 2005
Find out how to retire in sunny Latin America
PORTLAND, Ore. - Baby boomers, some 76 million strong, will begin to retire in the next decade. Faced with the spiraling cost of living, the search for new retirement havens may soon turn south of the border. Posted March 7, 2005
Buddhism class discusses mysteries of peace
PORTLAND, Ore. - Regardless of one's religious background, one element of spirituality seems to transcend all cultures: the desire for peace and tranquility. This spring, a non-credit Buddhism class, offered by Portland Community College, can offer hints about how to gain serenity during life's mayhem by exploring the application of Buddhist values to your own life. Posted March 7, 2005
Lift your voice and join the choir
PORTLAND, Ore. - Music is the universal language; it transcends all cultures and times and speaks to young and old alike. If you have been out of the music world for a while, maybe it's time to jump back in. Portland Community College offers the chance to participate in a choir that will express your musicality beautifully. Posted March 7, 2005
Put life experience on paper
PORTLAND, Ore. - Have you ever thought about writing your story or sharing your life-altering events? Does your family really know about their heritage? Portland Community College can help you have the satisfaction of telling history your way with an upcoming non-credit class. Posted March 7, 2005
Behind the Partnerships: Rocco Roncarati, American Medical Response
Last summer, Rocco Roncarati and his company American Medical Response (AMR) donated a fully functional ambulance to PCC's Emergency Medical Technology department at the Cascade Campus. The donation will help students train with a state-of-the-art vehicle. Posted March 7, 2005
Submissions needed for Sylvania's 'Alchemy' literary magazine
PCC-Sylvania’s annual literary magazine, Alchemy, is now seeking submissions for the 2005 issue due out in May. Faculty and staff, […] Posted March 7, 2005
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