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Graduate spotlight: Lysette Doran

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Lysette Doran recently completed her OEC in Marine Services Technology and has spent the last month working on Zwerver, a steel sailing barge. For Lysette, this has been a great experience full of learning, and she has been able to apply the knowledge she has gained in real-world situations.

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Student spotlight: William Benes

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

William Benes is a 19-year-old PWSC student who recently worked at our local long-term care facility after obtaining his Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate. Benes has aspirations of becoming a nurse and is currently focusing on completing his prerequisites.

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Independent research project fosters hands-on learning.

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Hannah Bogdan has been conducting independent research this academic year. She took two marine natural resource technician students, Jane and Brittany, on a boat field trip to the oyster farm between Shoup Bay and Gold Creek to promote hands-on learning.

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Graduate spotlight: Phoenix Roberts

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Congratulations to Phoenix for their journey and for demonstrating the transformative power of determination, family support, and pursuing one's passions. Their story serves as a reminder that success comes in many forms and there are alternative paths in education.

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Chugachmiut’s ACE Program

 |  Jessica Young  | 

Chugachmiut’s ACE program serves Native youth living in the Chugach region, including the communities of Seward, Cordova, Valdez, Nanwalek, Port Graham, Tatitlek, and Chenega in grades K-12 who are enrolled in either public school, homeschool or private school. Their program works to provide funding support to these youth to be able to access educational opportunities.

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Industry collaborations provide students with real-world insights and prepare them for specific career paths.

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Our millwright class received specialized training from Hilcorp, who donated an injection compressor for hands-on learning. Partnerships with industry experts are invaluable for students as they provide real-world insights and prepare them for specific career paths.

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Archery News: Open Shoot Nights and Vegas in Valdez

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

The Archery Club invites you to Open Shoot Nights through March, and The 11th Annual Vegas in Valdez Tournament is scheduled for March 15, 16 and 17, 2024.

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Meet our talented team of outdoor leadership instructors and assistants.

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Our outdoor leadership program has recently brought on board a team of highly talented adjunct instructors and teaching assistants with a wealth of knowledge, practical experience, and educational backgrounds.

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Welcome, Spring 2024 students!

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

Welcome, Spring 2024 students! Today, we held an orientation to help new students get acquainted with campus life and academic and community resources. Throughout the semester, they will have the opportunity to meet other students, make new friends, and form connections that will last a lifetime.

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Employee spotlight: Teshina Dorsey

 |  Vicki Heisser  | 

PWSC is excited to announce the addition of Teshina Dorsey to our team.

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