Employee spotlight: Sam Campbell
We are thrilled to introduce Sam Campbell, our new assistant professor of English at PWSC!
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Student spotlight: Kungcheng Wang
Kungcheng Wang ("KC") and his classmates went on an eight-day kayaking adventure through Prince William Sound, paddling through Columbia Glacier, Sawmill Bay, Jack Bay, and Shoup Bay. Navigating the scenic waters and experiencing the unique challenges of the expedition was an incredible experience for KC. KC shared, "If life is a series of tests, this eight-day sea kayak adventure is filled with surprises and challenges."
The 32nd Annual Valdez Theatre Conference wrapped up another successful year.
The 32nd Annual Valdez Theatre Conference wrapped up another successful year. Forty-seven playwrights from across America gathered to celebrate and analyze how to write effective plays.
Marine Services Technology student spotlight: Lars Dickson
Lars Dickson participated in the Skills USA national power equipment competition, competing against the top student technicians nationwide in hands-on labs and a written test created by the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC) and industry sponsors.
Alumni spotlight: Hannah Bogdan
Hannah Bogdan, a recent graduate of PWSC, is making the most of her summer by pursuing two exciting and fulfilling endeavors. During the day, Hannah guides adventurous tourists through exhilarating rapids, sharing her passion for the great outdoors as a river guide. She is a dedicated researcher studying biofouling on oyster farms on her days off.
Student spotlight: Susan Slocum Dyer
We interviewed Susan Slocum Dyer, a participant in our Environmental Science for Teachers course. During the week-long course in Cordova, students explored environmental issues affecting Alaskan communities. We were interested in Susan's thoughts on her experience.
Program spotlight: Marine Ecology for Teachers
The Marine Ecology for Teachers program at PWSC is specifically tailored for non-science teachers interested in learning about marine ecosystem relationships and gaining place-based, culturally responsive knowledge, awareness, and practical skills. The annual May course includes kayaking, touring Solomon Gulch Hatchery, learning about the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill, and exploring marine ecology field techniques in Valdez, Alaska.
Honoring Juneteenth
Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19th, marking a critical moment in American history. Also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, Juneteenth commemorates the liberation of enslaved African Americans and represents the ongoing struggle for freedom, equality, and justice.
Student spotlight: Isaac Stevens
In late May, Isaac Stevens, an outdoor leadership student at PWSC, completed a 14-day, 150-mile kayaking expedition from Whittier, AK, to Valdez, AK, as part of his program's capstone project. The experience was both challenging and rewarding.
Happy World Ocean Day from PWSC!
Today, we celebrate our oceans' incredible beauty and importance. We are committed to ocean conservation and sustainability. Our unique location provides us with a living laboratory to study marine life, ecosystem dynamics, and the impacts of climate change. Our students and faculty actively engage in research and projects that aim to protect and preserve our precious marine environment.