Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) class offered
Kickstart your healthcare career with PWSC’s Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) class, January 12–February 26, 2026, and qualify for full tuition reimbursement if you become a PVMC employee!
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Holiday Closure
Prince William Sound College is sharing its holiday closure schedule for students, faculty, and staff.
Ashley Nova: Step by Step, Building a Future in Alaska
Ashley Nova’s journey, from Puerto Rico to Alaska, began in 2018 when she came for the summer salmon season—and ended up building a life in the state. After discovering Prince William Sound College’s OEC in Millwright program, she balanced work with evening classes, gained hands-on experience at Silver Bay Seafoods, and worked for contractors at Alyeska Pipeline, and is now on track to graduate in December 2025.
Student Spotlight: Josh Sonkowsky
Meet Josh Sonkowsky, a dedicated Coast Guard culinary specialist and millwright student who has made Valdez, Alaska his home and community his priority.
Literary Spotlight: Sam Campbell’s “Echoed” and Upcoming Publications
Sam Campbell of PWSC celebrates literary milestones with his poem "Echoed" published in Harpur Palate and new projects coming up.
Soon-to-Be Graduate Spotlight: Logan Ranger
For anyone considering an entry-level technical program, Logan Ranger has simple, heartfelt advice: “Do it. The money is nice, but it’s also just really rewarding… taking something that’s broken, fixing it, and making it run well. Working with your hands is one of the most satisfying things I’ve done.”
New Release Spotlight: RR Anthony in The Nights Are Dark Up North - Part of the Prince William Sound Literary Series
PWSC is excited to highlight RR Anthony, one of the student authors featured in the newly published horror anthology The Nights Are Dark Up North.
Level Up Your Marine Skills: Become a Certified Yamaha MCP Instructor!
Take your marine skills to the next level with CTE A590: Become a Certified Yamaha MCP Instructor, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in Yamaha outboard maintenance and troubleshooting. This course also prepares you to train staff and community members to safely maintain vessels.