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Date: Friday, October 11, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Mechatronics Lab, Portland Community College Willow Creek Opportunity Center, 241 SW Edgeway Dr, Hillsboro, OR 97006
Event Overview:
Portland State University (PSU) and Portland Community College (PCC) will announce a groundbreaking partnership to address Oregon’s critical workforce needs in the growing semiconductor industry. The collaboration will prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion by offering targeted support and outreach to underrepresented groups in STEM, and provides industry-aligned curriculum, hands-on learning opportunities, and strong industry connections. Invitees include the mayor of Hillsboro, Washington County legislators and commissioners, and the Hillsboro City Council.
Run of Show:
10:00 AM – Opening remarks by PCC President Dr. Adrien Bennings
10:05 AM – Opening remarks by PSU President Ann Cudd
10:10 AM – Remarks by Courtney Martin, Intel Representative
10:15 AM – Remarks by Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici
10:20 AM – Remarks by a PCC Semiconductor Training Graduate
10:25 AM – Signing Ceremony
Key Highlights:
Enhancement of Oregon’s position in the semiconductor sector, driving economic growth and innovation. The initiative will include hands-on learning experiences, work-integrated learning opportunities, robust student supports and K-12 outreach programs. Alignment with national goals for strengthening U.S. leadership in microchip manufacturing.
Media RSVPs:
Christina Williams, Director of Strategic Communications, Portland State University
503.725.8789 | cdw2@pdx.edu
James Hill, Director of Public Relations, Portland Community College
971.933.2664 | jghill@pcc.edu
About Portland State University: PSU is Oregon’s most diverse and affordable public urban research university, located in the heart of downtown Portland and leading the way to success for all students. With more than 200 degree programs, Portland State meets its 24,000 students where they are and gives them flexibility, opportunities for applied learning and support to achieve their goals. Our students do more than study the issues: They put new ideas in action to create a just, equitable and sustainable future in Portland and beyond. www.pdx.edu
About Portland Community College: Founded in 1961, Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and provides training, degree and certificate completion, and lifelong learning to more than 50,000 full- and part-time students in Multnomah, Washington, Yamhill, Clackamas, and Columbia counties. PCC has four comprehensive campuses, 10 education centers or areas served, and approximately 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area. The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning.
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