Chasing Mountains and Dreams: A Journey to Outdoor Leadership at PWSC
Hilcorp’s Fuel the Future internship gave Alaska students like Hattie and Dalen a hands-on look at careers on the North Slope—guided by mentors like Konrad Schruf. Pictured: Hattie Luckasson, Konrad Schruf, and Dalen Beck during a recent visit to the PWSC millwright class.
Prince William Sound College is introducing a new Construction Training Series this spring designed to give students practical, real-world experience in the trades. The 12-credit program covers basic plumbing, electrical, drywall, windows, and framing/siding, helping students gain the foundational skills needed to start a career in construction. Thanks to grant funding, six students will receive full tuition and housing, making this an incredible opportunity to train for the workforce with minimal cost.
Our Natural Resources Technician students recently traveled to Cordova and Palmer, Alaska, for several days of immersive field study—measuring forests, sampling streams, and observing how Alaska’s ecosystems thrive in challenging conditions. Pictured: Student Edward Toufectis counting the rings of a Sitka Spruce core, taken with the Increment Borer.
We’re excited to welcome Cody Barlow to our college team as our newest Maintenance IV!
Our Introduction to Forestry students visited Glennallen, Alaska, to meet forestry and conservation professionals and explore career paths in their field.