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James Hill

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James Hill

James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic, Woodburn Independent, Clackamas Review, Oregon City News, The Dalles Daily Chronicle and the Associated Press. Born in Hillsboro, James is a native Oregonian through and through, having lived in Portland and Sunriver most of his life. Today, he manages the PCC website content, the college magazine "Communities" and public relations and crisis communications projects.

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Dr. Karen Paez PCC names Dr. Karen Paez interim vice president for academic affairs
Karen Paez brings experienced leadership to academic priorities, student success and workforce connections Posted October 12, 2026
Job Fair PCC Healthcare Career Fair to connect job seekers and students with more than 40 employers
The Willow Creek-based fair will include healthcare employers from hospitals, clinics, behavioral health, senior care, pharmacies, dentistry and more Posted October 8, 2026
CALI Graduates PCC crosses Hispanic-Serving Institution threshold as Latine student success grows
As college hits the 25% enrollment mark of students identifying as Latine, PCC is busy expanding culturally responsive support Posted October 5, 2026
Panthers on the Street Panthers on the Street: New academic year means new goals as PCC students settle into fall term
It's a new academic year at PCC as students embrace new challenges, supportive instructors and resources Posted October 1, 2026
Host Lacey Evans joined by PCC's Jana Daugherty and Josh Laurie to talk First Year Experience. ‘Hello, Rose City!’ showcases PCC’s dedication to giving students the First-Year Experience
PCC's innovative First Year Experience initiative makes it on local television as a model for supporting new college students Posted September 24, 2026
Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read (red tie) has supported Future Connect throughout the years. Future Connect marks 15 years of turning college access into college completion
In the past 15 years, Future Connect has served nearly 5,000 first-generation and low-income students, inspiring broader student-success efforts Posted September 17, 2026
Legin Commons ribbon cutting Legin Commons continues legacy of restaurant that served as Southeast Portland’s cultural hub
New community on PCC’s Southeast Campus honors the memory of a beloved restaurant while connecting residents and students housing stability Posted September 13, 2026
Rick Cruz and Janet Gallegos PCC’s $11 Million grant for SHIFT initiative expanding access to clean tech and skilled-trades careers
PCC, PCC Foundation and City of Portland partnership is providing scholarships, workforce training and new programs in electric vehicle maintenance and building energy management Posted August 31, 2026
machine manufacturing PCC’s Community to Careers grant turned $90K into $500K of aid, career prep and lasting impact
A three-year grant initiative connected underserved communities with education and employment opportunities in healthcare, technology and manufacturing Posted August 18, 2026
Tenth anniversary for Jade International Night Market as it returns to PCC’s Southeast Campus Aug. 29
PCC welcomes the community to Jade Night Market for culture, connection and celebration on Aug. 29 Posted August 17, 2026