Join us on an epic journey: Denali capstone expedition presentation! Calling all adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers! You are invited to an enthralling presentation that will take you on a journey to the awe-inspiring heights of Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Don't miss out on this thrilling opportunity!
This summer, Charles Keeter participated in the PWSC's Small Engines for Teachers program, which led to his current endeavor: the Yamaha and AMEC train-the-trainer course. These classes ignited his enthusiasm as they focused on the AMEC program, designed to equip people with the essential skills for shipbuilding, vessel repair, maintenance, port operations, and vessel maneuvers. The ultimate aim is to prepare Alaskans for careers in these critical fields.
Leve Jones, a senior at Glennallen High School and a member of the Native Village of Tazlina and Naltsiine clan, recently participated in the Biota of Alaska class offered by PWSC. Leve shared that he joined the course to expand his knowledge about the native plants in his surroundings.
Dr. Amanda Glazier, assistant professor of environmental sciences, and Anthony Gerasch, instructor of marine technology, are working with the Alaska Blue Economy Center and the City of Valdez to conduct site assessments for potential kelp and oyster farms in the region.
Representatives from Yamaha, Dan Jedlicka (District Service Manager), and Kenyon Ward (Senior Marine Training Coordinator) are visiting the campus this week to support and train Anthony Gerasch, the marine technology instructor at PWSC, and other educators throughout the state.
Mahali Santa Ana is an outdoor leadership student participating in the NPS Alaskans in Parks Internship Program at Wrangell - St. Elias National Park and Preserve this summer. Thanks to a partnership between the National Park Service (NPS) and the Student Conservation Association (SCA), Alaskans can work in summer internships in the National Parks.
A capstone event is a culminating activity or milestone that marks the completion of a journey. We had the opportunity to interview Dr. Benjamin Rush, assistant professor in the outdoor leadership (OL) program at Prince William Sound College (PWSC), about his recent capstone expedition to Denali with alumnus Rafael Alfaro and student Evan Clupper.
Interview with Rafael Alfaro, a graduate and adjunct instructor in the outdoor leadership program, about his capstone expedition to Denali National Park and Preserve with Dr. Benjamin Rush and Evan Clupper. Rafael plans to attempt Denali again next season, this time with skis instead of snowshoes!
Outdoor leadership student, Hannah Bogdan, is interning at Awesome Life Academy, a nonprofit organization for adults with special needs. Hannah writes the curriculum and leads education days. She is also involved in running the mentoring program.
Frank Schweers is interning with the Lands and Planning Division at Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve as part of his degree program requirements in Outdoor Leadership, Associate of Applied Science.
