PWSC News

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Exciting news! Free tuition and housing available for Alaska high-school students enrolling in PWSC's OEC in Marine Services Technology program.

 |  V. Heisser  | 

Free tuition and housing are available for Alaska high school students enrolling in PWSC's OEC in Marine Services Technology program. This opportunity will continue through the spring semester of 2025.

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Employee spotlight: Katie Bobowski

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Congratulations to Katie Bobowski for presenting at the North American Association for Environmental Education 2024 Conference in Pittsburgh, PA!

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Employee spotlight: Bryan Vincent

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We are excited to welcome Bryan Vincent back as a returning adjunct instructor and college alumnus! With extensive experience in CPR and First Aid, Bryan will enhance our courses and enrich our students' learning experiences.

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Celebrating Alaska Native and Native American Heritage Month

 |  V. Heisser  | 

As we celebrate Alaska Native and Native American Heritage Month, our community honors the rich traditions, history, and resilience of Alaska Native people. This month provides an opportunity to highlight the voices and stories of Alaska Native students who carry their heritage forward by merging traditional practices with new skills to support and strengthen their communities.

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Class spotlight: Sam Campbell's Global Literature and Culture class

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Students in Sam Campbell's literature class are thriving as they explore historical, literary, and cultural themes in texts spanning from 2000 BCE through the present. They draw parallels between these stories and modern media through discussions, discovering how themes like love, heroism, and mortality transcend time. The course encourages them to redefine literature while fostering empathy and understanding of diverse cultures by exploring universal concepts across different eras.

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Student spotlight: Maddy Yazzie

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"Moving from Arizona to Alaska was a significant change, especially since I was unsure about my career path. I enrolled in the OEC in Marine Natural Resource Technician program last semester, which was enjoyable and inspiring, deepening my interest in environmental science." Maddy Yazzie

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Thank you to all veterans, past and present, for your service and sacrifice.

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To all veterans, both past and present, we express our deep gratitude for your remarkable service and sacrifice. You are the backbone of our nation, and our appreciation for you is everlasting.

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PWSC offers Alaska Native Cultures class this spring semester.

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Enroll in our Alaska Native Cultures class this spring semester to explore Alaska's Indigenous peoples' rich traditions and histories. This is an inspiring opportunity to connect with local heritage and perspectives.

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PWSC offers Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) class this spring

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Are you interested in becoming a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)? Providence Valdez Medical Center promotes CNAs and trainees/students by offering a dynamic healthcare program. Providence offers full tuition reimbursement to students who become PVMC employees, provided that they successfully become certified within 120 days of completing the class. The next PWSC class will occur from January 13 to February 27, 2024.

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PWSC Archery Club Presents the 13th Annual Valdez Turkey Shoot

 |  VickI Heisser  | 

PWSC Archery Club Presents the 13th Annual Valdez Turkey Shoot