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PCC Campuses and Centers are mostly operating remotely for the Spring term due to COVID-19.
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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.
IS YOUR I-20 EXPIRING?
Check your I-20! If your I-20 has a program end date in June 2022, and you plan to continue studying at PCC, you will need an extension OR a change of your education level made to your I-20.
We will not be able to extend your I-20 after the expiration date on your I-20 and you may be considered “out of status”.
If you have not already, please contact the SEVIS team immediately if you need an extension OR a change of level to your I-20.
HAVE YOU MOVED RECENTLY?
If you move, you are required to report your change of address to the OISS within 10 days of the change. Complete this online form to update your address. The OISS will update your SEVIS record and the PCC database with your new address.
PREPARE FOR SUMMER 2022 TERM REGISTRATION
The Summer 2022 schedule is now available.
Summer 2022 term registration begins on Monday, May 23, 2022.
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 the 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.
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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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OISS ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS |
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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LIVE Interview and Q&A with: Mohasin |
Learn more about what it's like to be an international student at PCC! Join Mohasin Monday May 9, 2022 via Instagram Live!
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EASY Korean Language Class |
Tuesday, May 17th from 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
We are hosting an easy level Korean Language class to teach you the basic phrases and vocabulary words!
We will also play a game of trivia to see what you have learned! Winners of trivia game will receive prizes. Join us with the link below!
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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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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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Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women/Relatives Event |
Join us for a livestreamed conversation between Renea Perry, Dr. Luhui Whitebear and Rachel Black Elk on Tuesday, May 3 from 2pm – 4pm.
PCC students: register for the event now to receive a $25 grocery card and a care package of goods from Native owned businesses!
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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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Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship |
Attend a virtual Information session via Zoom on May 4th from 4:00 PM - 5:00PM with the link below!
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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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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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