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Former PCC student named stage manager for Chicago's Joffrey Ballet
PORTLAND, Ore. - More than 12 years ago, Jessica Flores made a life-changing decision, jumping from studies in administrative justice to theater arts at Portland Community College. Now, this month, Flores made another jump and it has led to great things. She recently became the stage manager for the respected Joffrey Ballet in Chicago after six years as production manager for the Oregon Ballet. Posted January 14, 2005
Design effective websites with PCC online class
PORTLAND, Ore. - What better way to learn Web site design than with an online class? Portland Community College will offer the chance to practice powerful graphic design techniques from your home computer and create a website that dazzles visitors. Posted January 13, 2005
New PCC online class helps actors ace auditions
PORTLAND, Ore. - You've taken acting classes, but do you know how to get a job? A Portland Community College non-credit, online class new this term will let you learn from a working casting director just how to market yourself locally for film and television work. Posted January 13, 2005
Online class teaches grant writing for boards, organizers
PORTLAND, Ore. - Money is available for your organization the trick is learning to tap into foundation, government and other entity funds with a well-written grant proposal. Learn how to secure the funds needed for your next project by signing up for an online, non-credit class offered by Portland Community College. Posted January 13, 2005
Learn French with PCC online class
PORTLAND, Ore. - Want to learn French but don't have time to go to a class? Portland Community College offers a solution: take a French class online. Posted January 13, 2005
Online class reveals tricks, tips for using eBay
PORTLAND, Ore. - There are those who have made fortunes buying and selling items on eBay. What you may not know is just how easy it is to work the angles of the Internet auction site for yourself. An online, non-credit class offered by Portland Community College shows how to leverage the popularity of eBay with key techniques for finding treasures and making money. Posted January 13, 2005
College Closure for MLK Day
Portland Community College will not hold classes and offices will be closed on Monday, January 17, in commemoration of Martin […] Posted January 13, 2005
Sixth annual Traditional Winter Powwow Jan. 22
SYLVANIA CAMPUS - Portland Community College is set to host the sixth annual Traditional Winter Powwow on Saturday, Jan. 22 at the Sylvania Campus, 12000 S.W. 49th Ave. Activities begin at noon with the first grand entry set for 1 p.m. at the gymnasium of the HT Building with festivities scheduled until 10:30 p.m. Posted January 11, 2005
PCC-Cascade hosts week of MLK events
CASCADE CAMPUS - Portland Community College's Cascade Campus, located at 705 N. Killingsworth Street, plans to celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday Jan. 14-21 with a collection of events. All activities are free and open to the public. Posted January 11, 2005
Volunteer tutors wanted for literacy program
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Volunteer Literacy Tutoring Program at Portland Community College, in conjunction with other local literacy organizations, is searching for a few good volunteer tutors. Posted January 11, 2005
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