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PCC Campuses and Centers are mostly operating remotely for the Spring term due to COVID-19.
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OISS is Hiring Student Leaders! |
Looking for a job at PCC? Join our team and be one of our International Orientation Mentors!
Click HERE for more information about the job description. To apply, click the green button below. Applications are due on May 31 at 5PM.
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Visit our Sylvania OISS office to chat in person with Said and to learn more about PCC or different ways to get involved on campus!
Sylvania | CC-215
Tuesday: 1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 12pm & 1pm - 4:30pm
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Drop-in and connect with an OISS staff during a day and time that works best for you. We're here to answer general questions, admissions help, and campus information!
The Virtual Front Desk is open Monday - Friday
10am to 11:30am & 3pm to 4:30pm (PST)
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Announcement from SEVIS Team |
F-1 REGULATION UPDATE!
PLEASE CHECK YOUR INBOX for an email from oiss-sevis@pcc.edu with the subject titled 'Update for Current F-1 International Students 04/25/2022'
You can also access the email HERE.
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Most Spring term classes and student services are offered remotely for the entire term.
SPRING TERM DEADLINES
Withdrawal Deadline: The last day to withdraw is Saturday, June 11 at 10:00 PM. You can withdraw from your class through MyPCC. Please speak with your SEVIS Coordinator BEFORE you drop or withdraw from any of your classes.
Grading Option Deadline: The last day to change grading options for a class is also Saturday, June 11 at 10:00 PM.
SUMMER 2022 REGISTRATION
Summer 2022 term registration begins TODAY. The class schedule is available online.
Helpful registration links:
NOTE: You cannot register for classes if you have a hold. If you have any holds preventing you from registering, you can contact OISS for assistance on how to remove them.
Common holds:
Mandatory SEVIS Check-In hold: contact the SEVIS team
Financial hold: Pay your balance immediately through MyPCC, or contact Student Accounts to find out more information.
TRANSFER OUT
Required Documents: PCC requires the following documents to transfer your SEVIS record to another SEVP Certified educational institution. Email the SEVIS team to receive the forms.
PCC SEVIS Transfer Request Form
PCC Insurance Termination Form
Admission (acceptance) letter from new school
Transfer-In Form from new school
Deadline:
Currently Enrolled Students: by Monday, June 27, 2022 of Summer 2022 term
Graduating Students: within your 60 day grace period
OPT Students: within 60 days of your OPT grace period
Important Information:
A transfer is not guaranteed if you do not submit all required documentation by the stated deadline.
A transfer may be delayed if you have account holds or have not paid your PCC account balance.
Your SEVIS transfer release date will be the last day of the term, unless otherwise requested.
Upon the release of your SEVIS record, on-campus employment at PCC is no longer permitted.
Upon the release of your SEVIS record, including during your 60-day grace period, you will no longer be covered by PCC’s health insurance.
After the release date PCC cannot make any changes to your SEVIS record.
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OISS ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS |
Springing into Action! Photo Contest |
Read the instructions to enter our contest and submit your photo by May 29 at 11:59 PM with the link below: |
Chat & Chew at Kkoki Korean BBQ |
We will get together to have dinner on Thursday, May 26 from 6 PM to 8 PM.
This is an event where students can interact with one another and make friends, while eating delicious food! Food will be provided.
Spots are currently filled for this event. If you want to be added to the waitlist please email kenya.reutin@pcc.edu.
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Join us for a fun-filled afternoon on Tuesday, May 31 from 3:30PM - 5:00PM at PCC SE Campus! We will meet at the quad - in the middle of
MTH, Library, and Student common buildings.
We will be playing traditional games with other PCC students!
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International Student Graduation |
Join us Tuesday, June 7 from 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM to celebrate our grads via zoom!
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OISS now has a group chat for International Students at PCC! Talk with other students and stay up to date with OISS events. Click HERE for a beginners guide on how to use our Discord!
Join our Discord at the link below:
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LIVE Interview and Q&A with: Mohasin |
Learn more about what it's like to be an international student at PCC! Join Mohasin on the dates below via Instagram Live:
May 9 from 5PM-5:30PM
May 20 and 26 from 7PM-7:30PM
Follow us on Instagram HERE. |
Save the date and see you at our next sessions!
How to join virtually?
Click the button of the day that you want to join below and it will direct you to our zoom room.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Information |
The vaccination plan and schedule change often. The latest information for getting vaccinated in Oregon is here.
Your PacificSource health insurance plan will cover the cost of the vaccine at both in and out of network facilities! Read their blog here to learn more.
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Free At Home COVID-19 Tests |
Order a free at-home COVID-19 testing kit through the United States Postal Service! Limited to four (4) tests per household. |
Get Your Flu Shot for Free
To get your annual flu shot, all you need to do is show your PacificSource Member ID to an in-network doctor, or at pharmacies including Albertsons, CVS, Costco, Fred Meyer, Kroger, and Safeway.
Below you'll find flu shot benefit info, tips on where to get your shot, and reasons why it's a great idea.
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You can use it for both medical and mental health issues.
If you need to be tested for COVID-19, the testing (including co-pay) is covered by your PacificSource health insurance.
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For any additional questions or if you need help signing in to your Pacific Source account, please email us at oiss.insurance@pcc.edu.
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Black History 101 Mobile Museum |
Join us and Dr. Khalid el-Hakim to take a look at the Black History 101 Mobile Museum! Dr. el-Hakim will share artifacts, the museum's creation and why saving history is important. |
Casual Career Services Assistant |
The Career Services department within the Academic and Career Pathways Guidance Division is seeking a casual Career Services Assistant.
It is temporary through September 23, 2022, with the possibility of being renewed. The pay rate for this position is $15-17 per hour, depending on experience.
For more detailed information on the job description and how to apply, click HERE. |
Paid Student Leader Positions |
The Resource Centers offer positions that will provide you with experience and education designed to prepare you for entering the workforce with a social justice framework centered around diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
These positions are designed to work with your student schedule and pay $14.75 per hour. Hours per week vary per center/program (~10-16 hours).
For best consideration: Apply by Tuesday, May 31st (application will remain open until positions are filled).
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ESOL club is a place for you to practice English, make new friends, and have fun! It's fine to invite your friends and family, even if they're not PCC students.
Join every Monday from 2pm - 3pm
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SE International Club meets via Zoom every Wednesday from 3 - 4 PM except the first and last week of the term.
For more information, click here.
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PCC Counseling Center: Solution Sessions |
PCC Counseling is offering individual and group counseling services as well as social work services through a remote Telehealth platform.
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The Panther Pantry is a free resource to all PCC students (current student ID is needed). Our pantries are stocked with fresh food, canned food, hygiene supplies and more.
Panther Pantries are now OPEN for Spring Term.
Monday-Thursday 10am-3pm.
971-722-7379
971-722-6046
971-722-4826
971-722-5379
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Dede (she/her) is looking for her own room to rent that fits her budget of $500-$600. She is okay with sharing a bathroom and would like the room to be in Beaverton or near Rock Creek Campus. Dede is mature and looking for a comfortable home with friendly roommates. She is allergic to pineapples.
Please contact Dede by phone at 971-940-9319
or by email at beatrice.borkor@pcc.edu if you have any questions.
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Housing Submission Information |
If you are looking for housing or have housing available and would like to share with other students, please complete the form below and we will include it in this newsletter for two weeks. |
Disclaimer: The information in this newsletter is meant to provide assistance in locating off-campus housing. Inclusion of any property, rental unit, or other housing options in this newsletter does not constitute, and shall not be construed or reported as an endorsement or approval by Portland Community College of the housing option, landlord, its properties, or its business practices. Portland Community College expressly disclaims any and all responsibility for any problems that may arise with regard to such housing options, property, or rental units or with regard to disputes between landlords and tenants concerning such property or rental units. All prospective tenants are encouraged to exercise their own good judgment when evaluating housing options, a prospective rental unit, or a landlord. |
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