The District Student Council represents the student voice at the district level. The DSC is dedicated to enriching the lives of all Portland Community College Students and community members. Their mission is to unify the Associated Students of Portland Community
Dare to DREAM
Like the aforementioned artists, your success as a student should not be hindered by your country of origin. If you need help as an undocumented or DACAmented student, PCC’s DREAM center can provide guidance, legal help and a safe place
Hispanic Heritage Month: Five Artists You Should Know
Hispanic Heritage Month kicks off September 15th every year and goes on until October 15th. This unconventional month of recognition has a rich history and oftentimes is forgotten due to its mid-month to mid-month awkwardness. September 15th was chosen as
Disarm PSU to the Board of Trustees, “You All Look Ridiculous”
On Sept.13 a Multnomah Grand Jury decided against indicting the two officers, Shawn McKenzie and James Dewey, who fatally shot Jason Washington 9 times on June 29, 2018. The decision prompted outrage amongst the Portland State University Student Union (PSUSU),
Academic Advising
PCC advisors’ mission is to support students’ intellectual growth and promote student success while empowering students to attain and find their academic and professional goals. They can help with transfer programs, degree requirements, financial aid appeals, and GRAD plans. Appointments
Breaking New Ground: Cascade Urban Learning Garden
It’s been ten years coming but it finally happened: the Cascade Urban Learning Garden has broken ground. On Thursday, September 18th, upwards of 30+ volunteers were out doing the righteous dirty work of clearing sod. Among them were students, staff,
Want Free Food? Let’s Talk About the Panther Pantry!
Class is about to start or your needing to finish some homework but alas, it’s hard to focus on school when your brain and being need food. The good news is, there’s a Panther Pantry at all four major campuses
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). It evolved from a “Day of Unity” that was held in the 1981 with the intent to connect organizations across the nation that were working to end violence against women and their children.
PCC’s Student Resource Guide
PCC offers students many resources that are funded directly by students through the Student Activity Fee. Resource Centers like the DREAM Center can offer students who use them guidance and support in the many facets of their lives. Many of
Library: Reading is Sexy
The library is no longer only for pocket protector-wearing poindexters pursuing periodicals from days past. Books are officially cool (again) and the librarians at PCC are here to help you find your A-game in Information Literacy. Students seeking more effective
5 Albums You Missed Over the Summer
Denzel Curry – TA13OO 27 July Denzel Curry released an album TA13OO [TABOO] over the summer that could officially retire the “underground rapper” ascribed to him. In a world where it seems like artists are putting projects out every five
Democratic Socialism in PDX
Democratic Socialism in Portland The Portland chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America prepare for a busy summer. Between the campaign to gather signatures in support of the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF formerly PJET), a first annual Socialism Summer
Album Reviews, KYLE / Beach House
KYLE, Light of Mine California rapper, KYLE, debuted his album Light of Mine on May 18. You may have heard of him by his stage name, SUPERDUPERKYLE. The fun-loving kid from Ventura is showing how hip-hop has evolved from its
Humans of PCC: An Interview with Matt Stockton
Matt Stockton has been teaching at PCC since 2001 and became a full-time faculty member in 2010 and recently became the Faculty Department Chair of Philosophy and Psychology at the Sylvania Campus. He got his undergrad at University of Oregon
The Real Story Behind Pride
Pride: it’s almost here. With June fast approaching, it’s time to dig the rainbow regalia, glittery eyeshadows, and festival wear out of our closets and take to the streets for the queerest celebration of the year: the Pride Festival. June