Civic Engagement in the State Capitol: Willamette University

Creativity, global perspective and critical thinking

2012-05-31

Teaching and learning, strengthened by scholarship and service, flourish in a vibrant campus community located across the street from the Oregon Capitol. Read the complete article

State of the Art Technology

Washington State University Vancouver

2012-05-31

The Border Bill lets Oregon residents pay in-state tuition, on the web visit www.vancouver.wsu.edu/borderbill Read the complete article

How to Master Five Key Job Interview Challenges

If you come prepared, you’ll be ready to handle just about all of them

2012-05-31

George Matson of the The Speech Improvement Company

Be humble in your confidence as you inquire about the connection between the question and the position and responsibilities of the position Read the complete article

Laboratory Science, Business Administration: University of Oregon

Many UO heroes are making a difference in our world while earning their degrees

2012-05-31

Over the past five years, the UO welcomed more underrepresented minority students than ever before Read the complete article

Clackamas Community College: Training, Services

Located in Oregon City, just three miles from I-205.

2012-05-31

CCC has one of the most active community college foundations in the state, awarding more than $600,000 in scholarships last year Read the complete article

Bricks and Mortar: Sharon Maxwell, Construction Contractor, Helps Renovate N. Killingsworth

Boanerges Group

2012-05-31

‘We’re going to be able to interact with the community as well as bringing a great impact to this campus and the surrounding neighborhood’ —Sharon Maxwell Read the complete article

Cobi Jackson Named Wells Fargo Community Development Officer

Northeast Portland Native

2012-05-31

‘One of the things I do bring is a strong tie to the community itself and to our nonprofit organizations. Because of that I  really do hope to enhance the relationship between Wells Fargo and the Portland community in general’
—Cobi Jackson Read the complete article

Five Tips for Young Workers Taking Summer Jobs

Ask lots of questions and get all the training you can

2012-05-31

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries

... ask lots of questions and get all the training you can. That’s really the key. You’re not going to know all the hazards with your job just walking into it.
— Matt Pomerinke Read the complete article

Willie Jack: TriMet Master Operator

2012-05-31

By Bruce Poinsette of The Skanner News

Tri-met created the honor specifically for Jack, who became the first driver in the history of the institution to complete Master Operator requirements three consecutive times. Jack, who has been with Tri-met for 35 years, is a committed bus driver who values time with his family and giving back to the community.
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VIDEO: Job Fair Brings Opportunities to 43 Teens

Teens say they appreciate help with jobs

2011-06-20

By Helen Silvis of The Skanner News

A job fair for youth, Saturday, at Seeznin’s Sport Bar on 82nd Avenue, served 43 teens aged 14 to 19, looking for work opportunities this summer. Organized by Joyce Olivo of Good Tymez Entertainment and Keeara Taylor of 360 Degrees Unlimited, the event brought in two dozen volunteer partners, who offered a range of resources.
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