Employee News

campus PCC, President Bennings Part Ways
The Board and PCC President Dr. Adrien Bennings have entered into a mutual separation agreement with Executive Vice President Dr. Katy Ho serving as Acting President, effective immediately Posted May 14, 2026
Ambulance simulator at Cascade Campus. PCC Answers Call to Boost EMT Training
OHA-backed $1 million grant funds EMT scholarships, training 21–30 new emergency responders through the college and 100 statewide Posted April 20, 2026
Two women taking a selfie covered in holi colors. Paint It Forward: Holi Brings PCC Together
Math instructor uses ancient Indian celebration to bring PCC community together for a joyful celebration of belonging and support Posted April 13, 2026
Tyrone White and Tony Broads at Jefferson HS. A Dynamite Friendship Flourishes At PCC
PCC Athletics' Tony Broadous and Tyrone White are building a culture that student-athletes want to join Posted April 6, 2026
Jonathan Fox Pitch Perfect From The Grocery Aisle
Pitch-and-sampling event at New Seasons Market headquarters highlights PCC’s long-standing partnership with grocery chain and OSU Food Innovation Center Posted March 2, 2026
Rachel Skinner holding her certificate Connecting Multilingual Learners
ESOL instructor Rachel Skinner earned the ORTESOL Award of Excellence in Teaching for student-centered, equitable instruction Posted February 2, 2026
CTE Month: Matt Scott Sparks Student Success
The PCC welding instructor earned an AWS lifetime award, mentoring students and expanding pathways into high-demand welding careers Posted February 1, 2026
Adam Holzschuh and Eric Brurud in front of HT courtyard, arms folded. Mission Implausible: Student Saves PCC $143K
Dual-enrolled PCC and PSU student Eric Brurud found substantial savings for the college after water audit Posted January 26, 2026
Sylvania Carnegie Foundation Recognizes PCC
PCC has demonstrated strong alignment across the college’s mission, culture, leadership, resources and practices that support community engagement Posted January 11, 2026
new cover Year in Review, Part 2: Going Out In Style
From the Class of 2025 crossing the stage at Memorial Coliseum to the inspiring journey of a longtime faculty, these stories highlight determination, community and second chances Posted December 30, 2025