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Veteran Resources

Rock Creek Veteran Resources

a place to connect with other vetsOur main area is a great spot to hang out.we have gameWe have all kinds of goodies at the center.Kickin it on the couchesWe have snacks, we have staffWe have computers and printers available for use.

Service update

During the current crisis to maintain social distancing standards we are working remotely, but we are open virtually.

Virtual Veterans Resource Center: Open Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Current Students: Just log into your MyPCC account and find us through the Virtual Help tab, or click the link: https://my.pcc.edu/web/home-community/help   Students and/or Staff will be there to assist you.
  • If you aren’t currently a student, please call or email us using the contact info below and we can help you get started.

Additionally, the following services are still available at no cost to you:

  • A virtual Discord space for group studying.
  • Resources for all of your needs.
  • A place to discuss confidential matters.
  • A wealth of knowledge on VA benefits and programs.
  • Guidance navigating PCC’s systems.
  • Lost? We’ll help you find what you need.

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Connect with us

  • Location: Building 2, Room 103a
  • Hours: Mon-Fri, 7am-7pm
  • Summer hours: Mon-Thu, 9am-4pm
  • Contact: 971-722-7743 or 7744
  • Email: vrc.rc@pcc.edu
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Veteran Resource Center

We provide student veterans, active duty military, their families and the surrounding community with advocacy, resources, support and the opportunity to be successful. We offer transitional tools for veterans to be successful on their path back into civilian workplaces.

Our front door is on the outside of building 2

Come drink coffee with usPOW MIA with Poppe the Panther

Portland Community College considers it an honor to provide resources for the self-sacrificing service given to our country by the U.S. military service members. PCC – Rock Creek shows that gratitude through the Veteran Resource Center, the Veterans Education Benefits Office and the services they deliver to the military community.

Thank you for your service.

Come visit us

We have:

  • Free coffee
  • Food and beverages
  • Computer room
  • Free printing
  • Big screen TV
  • Video games and movies
  • FUN

We offer:

  • Answer questions about benefits
  • Advocacy for veterans and their families
  • Locating resources for veterans
  • Campus resource info
  • Community resource info
  • Veteran health benefit assistance
  • VA work-study opportunities
  • Leadership opportunities
Links for veterans
Funding

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.

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RC Benefits Specialist

Robert Robert Hindahl guides and assists veterans transitioning to PCC. He coordinates education benefits with the VA to ensure veterans get the correct benefits.

Robert can help with:

  • Montgomery GI Bill®
  • Post-911 GI Bill®
  • VA Vocational Rehabilitation
  • PCC Tuition Waiver for Chapter 35 (Dependents)
  • Guard/Reserve Tuition Assistance (TA)

 

Contact Robert:
Building 9
971-722-4503
Mon-Thu: 8am-5pm
Fri: 10am-4pm