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Dr. Karen Paez Paez Chosen To Lead Academic Affairs
Karen Paez brings experienced leadership to academic priorities, student success and workforce connections Posted October 12, 2026
CALI Graduates PCC Reaches Historic Designation For Latine Students
As college hits the 25% enrollment mark of students identifying as Latine, PCC is busy expanding culturally responsive support Posted October 5, 2026
Gordon Kunkle, an instructor with PCC’s Professional Development and Training Program, inspects an irrigation system for his workshop at the Rock Creek Campus. Thanks to PCC, Future-Ready Skills Taking Root
The college's PACTEC consortium is training high school educators in new irrigation technologies, strengthening Oregon’s skilled workforce pipeline Posted September 21, 2026
Legin Commons ribbon cutting For PCC President, Legin’s Legacy is Personal
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
Jim Todd teaching The Stars Align for Jim Todd And His Students
PCC astronomy instructor Jim Todd inspires students through a lifelong passion sparked by Apollo 11’s moon landing Posted September 8, 2026
Rick Cruz and Janet Gallegos SHIFTing Into High Gear For Workforce Training
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
Nursing Assistant student. Lifesaving Program Makes Award-Winning Comeback
PCC’s American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center almost went away years ago, but now has been recognized for excellence by the American Heart Association Posted August 12, 2026
John MacLean World Cup's Biggest Save Made By PCC Staff
PCC employee John MacLean gave a scammed Scotland supporter his $1,000 ticket and then helped turn the response into support for mental health Posted July 22, 2026
Teacher smiles at each other. Teaching Teachers: A Recipe For Success
The next Portland-area food startup could begin in a high school kitchen, but only if teachers can keep pace with the science, math and business skills behind today’s food industry Posted July 6, 2026
A grad celebrates Oh Yeah! Class of 2026 Celebrates Completion
Panther pride overtakes the Memorial Coliseum as PCC celebrates graduates’ perseverance, community support and future leadership Posted June 16, 2026