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PC Students Connect with Industry Professionals to Launch STEM Careers
One-on-one interactions with company executives, engineers and recruiters, as well as small group interdisciplinary projects occupied ŷֳ (PC) Mathematics, Engineering, and Science…
November 29, 2023
History of Public Radio in ŷֳ - It All Started at PC
From a radio student club at ŷֳ in the early 1930s, PC added broadcast radio to its curriculum in 1936. In 1951, a new radio station hit the ŷֳ airwaves, operating at just 10 watts…
November 15, 2023
From the Theatre to the Airwaves
After working odd jobs across the country after graduation, Marty Manning came back to ŷֳ in 1965 and enrolled at ŷֳ (PC). He participated in numerous stage productions, both behind…
November 15, 2023
Luis Herrera Turns a Life-Defining Moment in 2010 into a Role Model Opportunity
A life-defining moment in 2010 changes the trajectory for Luis Herrera and his future. Without a clue what to do after high school, Luis knew he needed to finish college and set an example for his…
November 11, 2023
Veterans Balance Civilian Life and School with PC Veteran Services Support
ŷֳ Veteran Services staff Michael Wainscott and Felicia Kinard provide veterans with support including accessing their military educational benefits, enrolling in classes, applying for…
November 9, 2023
For the Love of Algebra … and Family
For Roxanne, being successful means she does not have to worry every day about her finances, and that she will be able to help take care of her family, which she says makes her happy.
November 7, 2023
My Story, by Jasmin Perez
I want to be a shining example of turning life’s challenges into opportunities for growth and transformation for my siblings and cousins. And, I can’t wait to be an employee advocate and…
November 7, 2023
For the Love of Algebra … and Family
Roxanne Carbajal chose her major in fifth grade. “I remember going to school an hour early to learn how to do algebra; it was my favorite part of the day. Ever since then, I’ve loved math,” she says.
November 7, 2023
My Story, by Jasmin Perez
Jasmin Perez was raised in west ŷֳ, in a close-knit, mulit-generational home. Financial contraints have been a persistent burden in her family's life. At 15 she started working in the…
November 7, 2023
Ashley Aguilera’s Study Abroad Experience
ŷֳ (PC) student Ashley Aguilera took part in a study abroad program this past summer, traveling to England, Scotland, and France. It was her first trip to Europe and she was not sure…
November 7, 2023
PRISM Scholarship Supports PC Nursing Student Victor Salinas
Before Victor Salinas started his nursing degree program at ŷֳ (PC) this fall, he spent the spring looking for scholarships. "I couldn't find anything, and then I came across…
November 2, 2023
Self-Discovery and Service Guide Melvin Pastores’ Return to School
Melvin Pastores wasn't intending to go back to school. "I was bringing some clients to ŷֳ to sign up for classes. Next thing you know, I'm signing up," he chuckled.…
October 25, 2023