Ashley Nova’s journey, from Puerto Rico to Alaska, began in 2018 when she came for the summer salmon season—and ended up building a life in the state. After discovering Prince William Sound College’s OEC in Millwright program, she balanced work with evening classes, gained hands-on experience at Silver Bay Seafoods, and worked for contractors at Alyeska Pipeline, and is now on track to graduate in December 2025.
Meet Josh Sonkowsky, a dedicated Coast Guard culinary specialist and millwright student who has made Valdez, Alaska his home and community his priority.
Sam Campbell of PWSC celebrates literary milestones with his poem "Echoed" published in Harpur Palate and new projects coming up.
For anyone considering an entry-level technical program, Logan Ranger has simple, heartfelt advice: “Do it. The money is nice, but it’s also just really rewarding… taking something that’s broken, fixing it, and making it run well. Working with your hands is one of the most satisfying things I’ve done.”
PWSC is excited to highlight RR Anthony, one of the student authors featured in the newly published horror anthology The Nights Are Dark Up North.
Take your marine skills to the next level with CTE A590: Become a Certified Yamaha MCP Instructor, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in Yamaha outboard maintenance and troubleshooting. This course also prepares you to train staff and community members to safely maintain vessels.
Brayden Stanger found his stride in PWSC’s living classroom, where hands-on Environmental Science unfolds across Alaska’s wild terrain. His studies and field experiences are shaping his path toward a future in ecology and conservation.
