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Ubuntu Video Club to Focus on African Films at PCC
The spiritual and cultural flavors of Africa are coming to Portland Community College this summer in the form of the Ubuntu Video Club, sponsored by the Cascade Festival of African Films and California Newsreel. Posted June 15, 2000
PCC Microelectronics Scholarships Ready for the Taking
The jobs are there in Oregon's fast growing semiconductor industry and Portland Community College and Washington County will help you get started. Posted June 8, 2000
PCC President Dan Moriarty Announces Retirement
Dan Moriarty, president of Portland Community College since 1986, announced to the PCC board last week that he will retire effective September 2001 Posted June 8, 2000
PCC Needs Your Help
Voter turnout in the Portland Community College district has inched up to 49.5 percent. It is just one-half of a percent shy of the needed double majority to pass its $144 million bond measure to repair aging buildings, provide more classroom space and upgrade technology for the students of Oregon's largest college. The college obtained a 57.2 percent voter approval, but has fallen short of the double majority needed for passage. Posted June 7, 2000
Non-Native Speakers Build Confidence, Break Down Barriers
When Dina Ozeruga came to the United States from the Ukraine ten years ago, she didn't speak much English. An eager learner, Dina signed up for English classes whenever she could, but finding the time and opportunity to practice her conversational skills was difficult. Posted June 2, 2000
Voter Registration Files Raise Questions about PCC Election Results
Portland Community College has crept closer to the majority vote turnout necessary for passage of its $144 million bond measure to repair buildings, upgrade technology and provide more classroom space for the burgeoning enrollment at Oregon's largest college. Posted May 25, 2000
PCC Class of 2000 Set to Continue Extraordinary Success
The day of Saturday, June 3 will mean a lot to some, but will mean everything to others. On that day, almost 1,900 students will earn associate degrees, certificates, high school diplomas and GEDs from Portland Community College. An 11 a.m. ceremony at the Memorial Coliseum, located at One Center Court, 1401 North Wheeler Ave, will honor PCC's diverse graduates. Posted May 25, 2000
Stocks and Bonds and Portfolios, Oh My!
Portland Community College has developed the non-credit class Financial Workshop for the Individual Investor to help alleviate those concerns with sound advice for a solid financial present and future Posted May 25, 2000
How to Get a Lot of Greens in Your Diet
Portland Community College has developed a non-credit class to help you get the most out of your time on the links. Posted May 25, 2000
>Whoa There! Park That Pony Until You've Had This Class
A horse is much more than a pet. If you're considering owning one, Portland Community College is offering the non-credit course Orientation to Horsemanship and Care Posted May 25, 2000
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