When asked about how he ended up in Valdez, Alaska, outdoor leadership student David Christensen quickly replied, “I am here because of my wife, Asia. If it weren’t for her, I would not have been able to come.” For Christensen, coming to Alaska was contingent upon his wife agreeing to make the move from California.
George Keeney is on a personal journey towards better health, and he is doing it with the guidance and support from Erin Hickok, PWSC’s Health and Fitness Coordinator. George’s motivation is his desire to: “be physically fit for next fall’s moose hunt.
Learn about Sarah's background and teaching approach.
Commencement has gone virtual!
Students from rural communities throughout Alaska have traveled to Valdez to attend PWSC’s Construction Academy. The academy consists of a series of non-credit courses that will train students in the skills needed to earn a State of Alaska Handyman certification. Vicki Heisser interviewed the instructors to learn more.
Marine Technology at PWSC is a new program in development with a wide range of opportunities. We took some time to talk to instructors and program developers, Jason Smilie and Anthony Gerasch Jr., about the program and upcoming courses that will be offered beginning this month.
Recent high school graduate Amber Major has set her sights on an Associate of Arts degree at PWSC.
Upcoming shows in February!
POD clinics have run smoothly because of foresight, planning, and the hard work of many organizers, health professionals, and volunteers. Among these volunteers have been several PWSC employees.
The NSF ATE Conference is typically held in Washington D.C., with over 1,000 people in attendance. But this year, participants attended virtual sessions and presentations. Dr. Johnson was one of the presenters this year.
