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Exploring Alaska’s Mariculture Industry

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PWSC student Brittany Kuzma attended the Annual Alaska Mariculture Conference, connecting with industry professionals and supporting research efforts. Her experience shows how students are gaining practical insight into Alaska’s evolving mariculture field.

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Spring Break on the Ice – Prince William Sound College

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Intermediate Ice Climbing students spent spring break in Keystone Canyon, building skills and confidence on real routes like Mudslide and Fang Gully.

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Nursing Students Practice Implanted Port Access in Lab

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Students practice accessing an implanted port, using sterile technique and safe procedures for medications, IV fluids, and TPN.

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Below zero. Still learning.

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Tents in the snow, trees standing silent, a single light glowing in the dark. This is where Outdoor Leadership begins.

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Millwright Students Gain Real-World Insight at Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal

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Confined Space. Real Skills. Real Safety.

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From Alaska Roots to Nursing Dreams: Kendra Duran’s Journey of Care and Determination

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From Coast Guard to Career: Hayden’s Millwright Journey at PWSC

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From TikTok to Alaska: Tyler’s Journey

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From a chance social media discovery to a clear professional mission, Tyler Alink’s story is a powerful reminder that the right fit makes all the difference. Whether he’s on the peninsula or in the classroom, he’s moving forward with confidence and a clear vision for his future in the Great Outdoors.

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Charting the Course: Outdoor Leadership Students Prepare for Their Capstone Journey

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Outdoor Leadership students kicked off planning for their capstone kayaking expedition—an ambitious sea journey from Valdez to Whittier that brings together years of skill-building, leadership training, and real-world adventure.