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Alaska Space Grant Symposium

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

After attending the annual Alaska Space Grant Symposium in Anchorage, Katie Bobowski and Dr. Steve Johnson shared the highlights of their recent presentation at the annual symposium hosted by the Alaska Space Grant program in Anchorage. As Principal Investigators (PIs) of the Integrated and Applied Science for Teachers and the Space Math for Teachers programs funded through NASA, they had the opportunity to showcase their projects and connect with other professionals in education and research.

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Celeste Vena will present her research at PWSC Environmental Sciences Symposium

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

College student Celeste Vena is researching kelp and sustainability in Prince William Sound, Valdez, Alaska. She will present her research at the upcoming First Annual PWSC Environmental Sciences Symposium on Tuesday, May 2, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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RLM Tech, Inc. and Hecla Greens Creek donate slurry pump to PWSC Millwright program

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

We recently had a visit from Roger Mechon, owner of RLM Tech Inc., who taught our millwright program students about the slurry pump. Not only did he go through the entire pump with our students, but he also led them in taking it apart and reassembling it.

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Student Sarah Kearns conducts research on water chemistry at the VNT oyster farm

 |  written by Vicki Heisser - posted by Jessica Young  | 

Under the guidance of Dr. Amanda Glazier, Sarah Kearns is conducting an independent research project funded by Prince William Sound Regional Citizens' Advisory Council this semester. Her research involves measuring baseline water chemistry at the Valdez Native Tribe (VNT) experimental oyster farm and two other comparative sites, with measurements taken at two different depths at each location every three weeks to track changes over the season.

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Paul Rude wins the Top Ten Shootout at VIVA

 |  Vicki Heisser and Jessica Young  | 

The PWSC Valdez Archery Club is thrilled to announce the winner of the 10th Annual Vegas in Valdez Archery Top Ten Shootout. This year's $500.00 goes to Paul Rude of Glennallen, a top-performing competitor for many years at the ViVA event. Congratulations, Paul!

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Upcoming boat mechanical maintenance courses

 |  Jessica Young  | 

PWSC is offering boat mechanical maintenance classes! Sign up soon, only a few seats left in all of the classes listed!

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Meet instructional assistant Lee Burke

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

This semester, Army non-commissioned officer Lee Burke has joined PWSC as an instructional assistant through the Department of Defense Skillbridge Transition Assistance Program. This program enables active-duty service members to transition out of their units early and work as civilian interns during their final months of service.

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Alumni Spotlight: Shelby Gudgell

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Valdez School District nurse Shelby Gudgell talks about her journey to becoming the nurse she is today.

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The new year is a time to set new academic goals

 |  Jessica Young  | 

The new year is a great time to reassess priorities and create new goals. Earning a college degree or certificate is a great way to increase your job prospects, develop a greater earning potential, and increase self-esteem and confidence.

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Campus closure for winter break

 |  Jessica Young  | 

The PWSC main campus will be closed for winter break from December 23-January 2.

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