On The Spot @ PCC

In this episode of On the Spot, host Misty Bouse is joined by Josh Laurie and Jana Daugherty to discuss the First-Year Experience (FYE) program at Portland Community College. They explore how the program uses personalized coaching, guided pathways, and gamified learning to provide holistic support for first-time college students.

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

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In this episode of On the Spot, host Misty Bouse, PCC Marketing and Communications specialist, is joined by Rebecca Ocken, Director of Planning and Capital Construction, to discuss the critical process of building and adapting Portland Community College's physical campuses. They explore the P&CC office's mission, the complex, multi-year process of implementing general obligation bond measures, and how major projects are shaping the future of equitable student success.

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

In this episode of OntheSpot@PCC, we're heading out to the farm to talk with Dr. Ragan Borzcik, program director of the Veterinary Technology Program, to discuss a critical upgrade impacting Portland Community College's Rock Creek Campus. They explore the college's new 10,000-square-foot state-of-the-art barn and how this innovative learning lab is preparing students for in-demand careers in animal medicine by providing cutting-edge, hands-on experience.

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here. This episode was also recorded as a video podcast and is available on YouTube.

In this episode of OntheSpot@PCC, host Danielle Gabriel speaks with Sylvania VRC Coordinator Matt Blankenship about the important work happening at the Veterans Resource Center and the impact of their star team member, a therapy dog named Bob. Discover how this dynamic duo is helping veteran students navigate the transition from military to college life by providing comfort, support, and a welcoming community.

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

In this episode of On the Spot, host Ellen is joined by Vicky Lopez Sanchez, Vice President of Student Affairs, to detail the division's year-long journey to restructure from six units down to three: Student Affairs; Enrollment Management, Student Success; and Student Wellbeing Engagement and Belonging. 

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

In this episode of On the Spot, host Ellen Payne is joined by Dr. Howard Croom, Associate Vice President of People Strategy, Equity, and Culture (PSEC), to discuss two critical topics impacting Portland Community College.

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

In this special "extra" episode of On the Spot, we revisit two compelling segments from Season 1! First, join Misty Bouse and Ryan Clark as they delve into the widespread impact of the recent FAFSA delays and how Portland Community College swiftly responded to support students. Then, hear from Amber Mendel as she shares the unexpected saga of the beloved Asian Chicken Salad and its surprising role in shaping PCC's communication policies.

On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

In this episode of On the Spot, PCC's Marketing Director Danielle Gabriel is joined by Kaela Parks, Dean of Inclusive and Accessible Education; Karol Ford, Senior ADA and Accessibility Partner; and Jennifer Gossett, ADA 504 Compliance Manager. They discuss how Portland Community College ensures equitable access for students and employees with disabilities, the college's proactive approach to accessibility through its Comprehensive Transition Plan, and more!

https://www.pcc.edu/accessibility/

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

In this episode of On the Spot, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Dina Farrell demystifies Portland Community College's budgeting process and its alignment with college goals. Dina discusses the Fiscal Sustainability Action Plan, efforts to generate revenue, the new Workday system's role in financial reporting, and how employees can engage with budget planning.

https://www.pcc.edu/fiscal-sustainability/frequently-asked-questions/

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.

PCC's Emergency Preparedness Manager, Lorraine Churchill, joins On the Spot to discuss how the college prepares for and responds to crises. Lorraine explains PCC's coordination with external agencies, its multi-layered emergency planning, and how the community can engage in preparedness through drills, such as upcoming fire evacuations, and initiatives like the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).

https://www.pcc.edu/public-safety/emergencies/

The podcast On the Spot@PCC! is hosted and produced by PCC staff. Each bite-size episode answers an employee question about the college, its operations, or its people.

Download a transcript of this episode here.