Letter from the President
Dear Community,
This year at Mt. Hood Community College is all about breakthroughs. With the passage of our historic bond, we are breaking free of outdated facilities and embarking on projects that will transform our campus for generations to come. We’re also making major investments in technology to better serve our students and our community. And just as important, we are doubling down on our commitment to meet students’ most basic needs — because no one can focus on their education if they are struggling to meet the essentials of food, housing, and security.
I am deeply grateful to our community for making these breakthroughs possible. Your support has given us the momentum to dream bigger, to innovate, and to remove barriers for students who deserve every opportunity to succeed.
Read more about the inspiring Run for Oregon Community College Students event at MHCC (page 5), where nearly all of the Oregon community college presidents donned running bibs in support of meeting basic student needs.
In this issue, you will also meet our newest Board of Education members, both of whom were student body presidents at MHCC and have now returned to their leadership roots. We look forward to breaking through to new heights with them at the helm.
We also invite you to explore how MHCC can help you achieve your own breakthroughs — whether that’s through a career change, a new community education class, or simply seeing the world in a new way.
Breakthrough is my personal word for the year, reflecting the spirit of this moment at MHCC and the opportunities ahead for all of us. Together, we are breaking through challenges, limitations, and expectations — building a brighter future for our students and our community.
With sincere appreciation,
Lisa Skari, Ed.D. President, Mt. Hood Community College
Full Circle Leadership
Two Alumni Leaders Return to Serve on the MHCC Board of Education
For Larry Morgan and William Miller, both former Mt. Hood Community College student body presidents, it’s a full circle moment as they return to MHCC leadership as the newest elected members of the MHCC Board of Education.
Larry Morgan (Zone 1)
Troutdale native Larry Morgan knows firsthand how transformative an MHCC education can be. A proud graduate of the Integrated Media program, he credits his time at MHCC with changing the course of his life, equipping him with the skills, mentorship, and encouragement to lead.
“For me, this opportunity is about giving back – a promissory note to the community that invested in me as an 18-year-old and helped shape the person I am today,” Morgan says of his MHCC Board of Education appointment.
Since his days as a student, Morgan has stepped into leadership roles few could have imagined. He became the only student in Oregon chosen to work for Governor John Kitzhaber’s Post-Secondary Higher Education team, later won a seat on the Troutdale City Council, and today holds the Assistant City Manager role for the City of Gresham.
Through it all, Morgan has remained grounded in his MHCC roots. His focus is clear: making sure the same opportunities he had are available to every student who walks through MHCC’s doors.
“For me, this opportunity is about giving back – a promissory note to the community that invested in me as an 18-year-old and helped shape the person I am today.”
-Larry Morgan
“I’ll advocate for keeping tuition within reach, expanding dual credit programs, and building strong partnerships to support scholarships and hands-on training for working adults and first-generation students,” he says. “Mt. Hood doesn’t just prepare students for the classroom. It prepares them for life. I know, because I lived it.”
William Miller (Zone 2)
From grassroots organizing to shaping policy at the local, state, and federal levels, William Miller has spent more than a decade fighting for equity, access, and systems change. Today, sitting on several national and state boards, he continues that work on behalf of communities too often left out of decisionmaking.
Miller says his decision to join the MHCC Board of Education comes from the same place: “MHCC deserves leaders who center those most impacted by the systems around themleaders who listen, build trust, and deliver results.”
A proud member of the Native American and LGBTQ+ communities, Miller understands the barriers many students
face because he has lived them. His leadership journey began right here at MHCC, where he served as Student Body President and Director of Diversity, championing student voice and institutional inclusion. A Ford Family Foundation Scholar, Miller went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in political science with a concentration in law and politics from Oregon State University.
Since then, Miller’s path has taken him far, currently serving as the Policy Director at the National Urban Indian Family Coalition (NUIFC). Before that, he held NAYA Action Fund Executive Director and Native American Youth and Family Center Government Affairs Manager roles.
“MHCC deserves leaders who center those most impacted by the systems around them – leaders who listen, build trust, and deliver results.”
William Miller
Now, returning to his MHCC roots, Miller is determined to ensure that students today receive the same kind of support that once helped him thrive. His priorities are clear: expanding student resources, keeping education affordable, and shaping policies that reflect the diversity and strength of the MHCC community.
L et's Bond Building our future together.
A look at next steps for MHCC’s bond measure passage, and how you can be involved.
It’s an exciting time at MHCC as we embark on the next steps following our historic bond passage. We are committed to full transparency and regular communication as we go through this exciting transformation together. Here is a look at our major steps so far and where we are headed from here.
Certifcation & Bond Sale
MHCC sold its $136,455,000 voter-approved bond issue in August 2025. Thanks to an excellent Aa2 credit rating level from Moody’s Ratings, the district will receive approximately $10.9 million in additional proceeds that can be used on projects in accordance with the voter-approved ballot title. This is at no added expense to the taxpayers who passed the bond, and means investors pay more than the face value of the bond in exchange for receiving more favorable interest returns on their investments. In their rating summary, Moody’s highlighted the district’s large and diverse tax base, steadily increasing enrollment and retention, and strong financial management.
Project Spotlight:
Retractable Pool Cover
Construction has started on the retractable cover for MHCC’s 50-meter Olympic-sized outdoor pool, allowing it to be used and enjoyed year-round. This project was initiated in 2020 through grant dollars, and will be completed with bond funding.
The outdoor pool is closed during this process, while the indoor pool remains open. The outdoor pool will reopen in spring 2026. Stay tuned for an invite to the biggest pool party of the year!
Community Engagement
MHCC will be posting ongoing community updates and ways to engage via a dedicated bond website coming soon – and we encourage you to sign up for our new monthly community newsletter, where we will include bond updates in every issue.
Sign up here for regular bond updates:
Stepping Up for Student Success
A statewide show of unity at Mt. Hood Community College
Something remarkable happened this summer, in the early hours of an August morning. Nearly all of Oregon’s community college presidents gathered at MHCC in a powerful show of unity—showing up together around one urgent truth: students cannot succeed if their basic needs aren’t met.
The gathering was part of Clackamas Community College President Tim Cook’s incredible 1,500-mile run to all 17 of Oregon’s community colleges. His summer-long journey— running an average of 32 miles a day—was designed to raise awareness and funds for student basic needs while spotlighting the life-changing power of community colleges.
MHCC President Lisa Skari hosted the kick off to Dr. Cook’s final leg, joined by MHCC students, employees, and community members who came together for breakfast, inspiration, and the shared purpose to step up in support of meeting student basic needs.
“Here at Mt. Hood Community College, we are in a particularly striking landscape,” said Dr. Skari at the event. She described a district with the highest concentration of poverty in the state including 65 percent of K-12 students in East Multnomah County who qualify for the free lunch program.
“That’s why this ROCCS initiative is so important right now, and we give you our heartfelt support and gratitude today,
Tim,” Dr. Skari continued. “It’s a wonderful reason to get together and raise awareness within our community.”
“Our students are balancing jobs, families, and education while facing challenges no one should have to face alone,” said MHCC’s Director of Student Basic Needs Initiatives Bhaktirose Dawdy at the event. Dr. Skari and Dawdy were joined at the podium by Andrew Speer, Chair of MHCC’s Board of Education, and MHCC Basic Needs Navigator and student Alejandro Guzman Leon.
A special thank you to MHCC community partners AntFarm Café and Bakery, and MHCC Small Business Development Center graduate Just Tea PDX for providing food and drink.
The Challenges Students Face
The needs are real—and pressing—right here at MHCC:
• 2 out of 3 students struggle to meet basic needs
• 3 in 5 face housing insecurity
• 2 in 5 experience food insecurity
• 1 in 5 have experienced homelessness
• 4 in 5 rely on public assistance to pursue education
• 3 in 5 lack reliable access to essential technology
Saint Spotlight t
Name: Felicia Castle
Hometown: Fort Collins, Colorado
Major: Music Education
What brought you to MHCC?
After dropping out of my frst university, I moved to the PNW and drifted for a while. During the pandemic I stopped playing music, but later joined a local community band. Through that, I met Danielle Davey, MHCC s Director of Bands, who encouraged me to restart my education.
How has your experience at MHCC shaped you?
I ve found a supportive community here that helped me rediscover joy outside of work. The music program and close knit group of peers have brought balance and excitement back into my life.
What does being an MHCC student mean to you?
Returning to school was daunting, but it s taught me to advocate for myself and trust my path. Choosing education for myself gave me my frst real sense of direction.
What are your goals after graduation?
I plan to transfer to a four-year university to fnish my bachelor s in education and continue on the path toward teaching.
Favorite MHCC moment?
Playing in my saxophone quartet. I even arranged my frst piece for our spring concert. Performing it together, nerves and all, was a highlight and a reminder of why I love music.
Arts Event Calendar
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Sep
MHCC Visual Arts Faculty Exhibit
Sep 22-Oct 30 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Visual Arts Gallery • Free Theatre for Young Audiences Auditions: Wizard of Oz
Sep 22, 24 • 10 a.m. • College Theatre
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MHCC Visual Arts Faculty Exhibit (Reception)
Oct 2 • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • Visual Arts Gallery
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Jack Pavlik
Nov 3 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Visual Arts Gallery • Free
Nov 6 (Reception) • 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • Visual Arts Gallery Theatre for Young Audiences: Wizard of Oz
Nov 8 • 2 p.m. • College Theatre • $5 General Admission
Theatre Production: Elevate your Voice
Nov 20, 21, 22 • 7 p.m. • Studio Theatre • $5 General Admission
Dec
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Auditions: Midsummer Night’s Dream
Dec 1, 2 • 5 p.m.
• Studio Theatre
Wind Ensemble Concert
Dec 1
• 7 p.m. • College Theatre • Free Chamber Music and Cookies
Dec 3 • 11:30 a.m. • Student Union • Free Evening of Jazz Concert
Dec 3 • 7 p.m. • College Theatre • Free Collegiate Chorale & Symphonic Choir Concert
Dec 4
• 7 p.m. • College Theatre • Free Jazz Combos Performance
Dec 8 • 6 p.m. • Spinella’s in Gresham • Free
Athletics Calendar
Volleyball - *Linn-Benton Community College
Sept. 24 • 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Volleyball - *Umpqua Community College
Oct. 3 • 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Volleyball - Pacifc University
Oct. 8 • 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Volleyball - *Clark College
Oct. 11 • 2 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Volleyball - *Rogue Community College - Dig Pink
Oct. 17 • 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Volleyball - *Southwestern Oregon Community College
Oct. 18 • 2 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Volleyball - *Lane Community College
Oct. 25 • 2 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Women’s Basketball - Lower Columbia College
Nov. 18 • 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Men’s Basketball - Pacifc University JV
Nov. 20 • 5 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Women’s Basketball - Pacifc University JV
Nov. 20 • 7 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Men’s Basketball -Wenatchee Valley College
Dec. 5
• 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Women’s Basketball - Olympic College @ MH Crossover
Dec. 12
• 5 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Women’s Basketball - Pierce College @ MH Crossover
Dec. 13
• 4 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Women’s Basketball -Yakima Valley @ MH Crossover
Dec. 14
• 2 p.m. • Gresham, OR
Women’s Basketball - Spokane Community College
Dec. 17
• 6 p.m. • Gresham, OR
*Indicates League Games
Saint Spotlight t
Name: Hannah Laursen
Hometown: Saratoga Springs, Utah
Major: Business
What brought you to MHCC?
I was in the volleyball recruiting process when a club teammate I d played with for two years suggested I check out her school Mt. Hood Community College. The rest is history.
How has your experience at MHCC shaped you?
Being a college athlete here has shaped me a lot. I m the frst woman athlete in my family to compete at this level, and that s something I m really proud of.
What does being an MHCC student mean to you?
Representing my volleyball team is a big responsibility. It s important to me to show integrity and stay in good standing. Being a student-athlete truly means the world to me.
What are your goals after graduation?
I d like to return to Utah to start my own volleyball club and coach. I m also considering a path in sports psychology.
Favorite MHCC moment?
Walking around campus by the pond and realizing how beautiful it is, especially when a bunny joined me on my walk.
Mt. Hood Community College
Small Business Development Center
At Mt. Hood Community College Small Business Development Center (SBDC), our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower our small business community to achieve lasting success. We provide confidential, no-cost business advising, low-cost workshops and seminars, and access to resources needed to be successful. Our office is conveniently located just a few miles from the main campus at 18633 SE Stark Street, Suite 302, Portland, Oregon, and all services are open to the public. ¡Hablamos español!
Email OregonSBDC@mhcc.edu or call us at 503-491-7658 today to discover your local SBDC. Let’s work together to turn your business dreams into reality!
Business Workshops
Business Plan Bootcamp
Available on Demand
$75
• Register for login information
Craft and Deliver your Business Pitch
Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m /Tu
$75 • SBDC Office
Credit 101 for Business Owners
Available on Demand
$75 • Register for login information
Tracking Your Business Expenses without Breaking the Bank
Oct. 28, 9-11 a.m /Tu
$60 • SBDC Office
Real Estate Broker Pre-License
Oct. 2-Dec. 11, 6-9 p.m /Th Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m /Sa
$600 • Zoom • No class week of Thanksgiving
Property Manager Pre-License Course
Oct. 7-Nov. 25, 6-8 p.m /Tu
$600
• Zoom • No class Nov. 11
Building Better Businesses TOGETHER Series
Oct. 14 & Dec. 9, 12-1 p.m /Tu
Free
• Zoom
Serie Construyendo Mejores Negocios JUNTOS
Sep. 9 & Nov. 4, 12-1 p.m /Tu
Sin costo
• Zoom
Preparación de Impuestos para Pequeños Negocios: Esté Listo y en Cumplimiento
Oct. 15, 4-6 p.m /Wed
Sin costo • Oficina del SBDC
SBDC Startup Series - English
Part I: Regulations, Licenses, and Permits
Oct. 7 or Dec. 2, 9-11 a.m /Tu
$50 • SBDC Office
Part II: ABC’s of Business: Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Capital
Oct. 14 or Dec. 9, 9-11 a.m /Tu
$50 • SBDC Office
Part III: Marketing for Startups: 5 Secret Questions
Oct. 21 or Dec. 16, 9-11 a.m /Tu
$50
• SBDC Office
Serie de Lanzamiento – En Español
Parte I: Regulaciones, Licencias y Permisos
Virtualmente bajo demanda
$50
• Zoom
Parte II: Los ABC de los Negocios: Accounting (Contabilidad), Bookkeeping (Teneduría de libros), y Capital
Virtualmente bajo demanda
$50
• Zoom
Parte III: Marketing para Startups: 5 Preguntas
Secretas
Virtualmente bajo demanda
$50
• Zoom
Marketing
WebMentor: Complete Business Website in 6 Short Sessions
Available on Demand
$225 (includes training materials) • Register for login information
Dominate YouTube Without a Camera: AI Video
Marketing for Your Business
Sep. 30, 1-3 p.m. /Tu
$60
• SBDC Office
SEO Made Simple: Unlock Massive Visibility and Customers Now
Oct. 21, 1-3 p.m. /Tu
$60
• SBDC Office
You’re Using ChatGPT Wrong: What the Pros Won’t Tell You
Nov. 18, 1-3 p.m. /Tu
$60
• SBDC Office
Free AI Tools, Real Business Growth: What to Use and How to Win
Dec. 16, 1-3 p.m. /Tu
$60
• SBDC Office
Workshop Registration
Scan QR to visit the SBDC course catalog to register. You must register for classes 72 hours before the start date.
Community Education Classes
Our Community Education classes are a convenient and affordable way to learn something new and meet community members with similar interests. Registration is open. Visit learn.mhcc.edu for full class descriptions and registration. For questions, contact Community Education at 503-491-7572.
Arts, Crafts, and Special Interest
Acting
Sep. 23-Dec. 9, 7:30-9:30 p.m. /Tu • No class Nov. 11
$79 ($69 Senior) • THE4UA • Sec. 95 • J. Puukka • GSHM
Advanced Acting
Oct. 2-Dec. 11, 7:30-9:30 p.m. /Th • No class Nov. 27
$79 ($69 Senior) • THE4UB • Sec. 95 • J. Puukka • GSHM
Appreciating Theatre
Sep. 25-Dec. 11, 6:10-10 p.m. /Th • No class Nov. 27
$139 ($129 Senior) • TH4AT • Sec. 95 • Z. Hartley • GSHM
New! Art of Floral Arranging
Nov. 9, Nov. 23, Dec. 7, 1-3 p.m. /Su
$59 ($49 Senior)* • ART4FA • Sec. 95 • H. Boise-Deonier • GSHM
Beginning Guitar
Sep. 22-Nov. 3, 6:30-7:20 p.m. /M
$79 ($69 Senior)* • MUS4H • Sec. 95 • D. Gonzales • Zoom
Beginning Piano
Sep. 23-Nov. 4, 5:30-6:20 p.m. /Tu
$99 ($89 Senior)* • MUS4PP • Sec. 95 • D. Gonzales • Zoom
Beginning Ukulele
Sep. 22-Nov. 3, 5:30-6:20 p.m. /M
$79 ($69 Senior)* • MUS4UK • Sec. 95 • D. Gonzales • Zoom
New! Beginning Watercolors on Zoom
Sep. 29-Nov. 17, 2-4 p.m. /M
$120 ($110 Senior)* • ART4WA • Sec. 95 • E. Heath • Zoom
Chess Fundamentals - Mastering the Basics
Sep. 22-Oct. 20, 6-7:30 p.m. /M
$79 ($69 Senior) • REC4FC • Sec. 95 • R. McNames • Zoom
Chess Fundamentals - Intermediate
Oct. 27-Nov. 24, 6-7:30 p.m. /M
$79 ($69 Senior) • REC4IC • Sec. 95 • R. McNames • Zoom
Exploring 2D Art for Fun and Practice
Sep. 26-Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. /F • No class Nov. 28
$88 ($78 Senior)* • ART4FP • Sec. 95 • K. Miller • MAY
New! Fearless Watercolor Painting for Beginners
Oct. 15-Dec. 10, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. /W • No class Nov. 26
$140 ($130 Senior)* • ART4FW • Sec. 95 • E. Beattie • Zoom
Instrumental Jazz Combo
Sep. 22-Dec. 10, 2:10-3 p.m. /M,W • No class Nov. 26
$39 ($29 Senior) • MUS4JZ • Sec. 95 • D. Davey • GSHM
Intro to Creative Blacksmithing
Oct. 5, 1-5 p.m. /Su
$299 ($289 Senior)* • WCHS • Sec. 95 • J. Manley • WCHS
New! Introduction to Stained Glass
Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. /Sa
$200 ($190 Senior) • ART4GL • Sec. 95 • L. Vonderau • GSHM
Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. /Sa
$200 ($190 Senior) • ART4GL • Sec. 96 • L. Vonderau • GSHM
Jazz Ensemble, Instrumental Big Band
Sep. 22-Dec. 10, 3:10-4:30 p.m. /M,W • No class Nov. 26
$39 ($29 Senior) • MUS4JE • Sec. 95 • D. Davey • GSHM
Learn to Fly: FAA Private Pilot Ground School
Sep. 22-Dec. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. /M,W • No class Nov. 26
$299 ($289 Senior)* • AV5 • Sec. 95 • L. Hoke • GWA
MIG Welding Basics
Sep. 29 & Oct. 6, 6-9 p.m. /M
$299 ($289 Senior) • GEN4MG • Sec. 95 • J. Manley • WCHS
Nov. 8 & 15, 6-9 p.m. /Sa
$299 ($289 Senior) • GEN4MG • Sec. 96 • J. Manley • WCHS
Pottery
Sep. 29-Nov. 17, 6-9 p.m. /M,Th
$250 ($240 Senior)* • ART4PO • Sec. 95 • E. Jensen • DDSO
Sep. 30-Nov. 18, 6-9 p.m. /Tu,Th • No class Nov. 11
$250 ($240 Senior)* • ART4PO • Sec. 96 • E. Jensen • DDSO
Symphonic Choir
Sep. 22-Dec. 1, 6-8:45 p.m. /M
$39 ($29 Senior) • MUS4SC • Sec. 95 • K. Lambert • GSHM
Technical Theatre
Sep. 22-Dec. 3, 2:10-3:30 p.m. /M,W • No class Nov. 26
$39 ($29 Senior) • TH4TP • Sec. 95 • D. Harrison Carson • GSHM
TIG Welding Aluminum
Nov. 22 & 29, 3-6 p.m. /Sa
$455 ($445 Senior) • GEN4AL • Sec. 95 • J. Manley • WCHS
TIG Welding Basics
Nov. 18 & 25, 6-9 p.m. /Tu
$349 ($339 Senior) • GEN4TG • Sec. 95 • J. Manley • WCHS
Wind Ensemble
Sep. 22-Dec. 10, 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m. /M,W • No class Nov. 26
$39 ($29 Senior) • MUP4SB • Sec. 95 • D. Davey • GSHM
Business and Finance
Estate Planning Strategies
Sep. 25 & Oct. 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m. /Th
$35 ($25 Senior) • FIN4EP • Sec. 95 • J. Worley • GSHM
Medicare Basics
Oct. 8, 7-9 p.m. /W
Free • HE4MC • Sec. 95 • B. Earnest • Zoom
Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m. /W
Free • HE4MC • Sec. 96 • B. Earnest • Zoom
Dec. 10, 7-9 p.m. /W
Free • HE4MC • Sec. 97 • B. Earnest • Zoom
New! The Four Levers to a Successful Retirement
Oct. 21 & 28, 6-7:30 p.m. /Tu
$49 ($39 Senior) • FIN4LV • Sec. 95 • J. Coffee • TEAMS
Computer and Technology
Create a Website for Fun, Proft and Business
Oct. 14, 6-9 p.m. /Tu
$59 ($49 Senior) • GEN4CW • Sec. 95 • K. Boyd • Zoom
Don’t Throw it Away - Sell it Online!
Oct. 23, 6-9 p.m. /Th
$59 ($49 Senior) • GEN4EC • Sec. 95 • K. Boyd • Zoom
Monetize Blogs, Social Media with Afliate Marketing
Oct. 15, 2-4 p.m. /W
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4BG • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Sell it on eBay!
Oct. 13 & 15, 6-9 p.m. /M,W
$99 ($89 Senior) • GEN4SB • Sec. 95 • K. Boyd • Zoom
New! Using Amazon’s Kindle Direct to Self-Publish
Oct. 5, 10-11 a.m. /Su
$25 ($15 Senior) • HOM4KI • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Health, Fitness, and Recreation
Adult Ballet
Sep. 27-Dec. 6, 8:30-10:30 a.m. /Sa • No class Nov. 29
$93 ($83 Senior)* • REC4AB • Sec. 95 • L. Morgan • GSHM
New! Advanced Tai Chi Chuan - Yang Style Long Form
Sep. 29-Nov. 17, 1:30-2:30 p.m. /M
$53 ($43 Senior) • REC7AY • Sec. 95 • B. Newman • FRVW
Sep. 30-Nov. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. /Tu • No class Nov. 11
$53 ($43 Senior) • REC7AY • Sec. 96 • B. Newman • GSHM
Oct. 3-Nov. 21, 1:30-2:30 p.m. /F
$53 ($43 Senior) • REC7AY • Sec. 97 • B. Newman • GSHM
Balance, Mobility, and Strength for Over 40
Sep. 23-Dec. 9, 8:30-9:20 a.m. /Tu • No class Nov. 11
$99 ($89 Senior) • REC5BS • Sec. 95 • T. Yamamoto • GSHM
Beginning Ballroom Dance
Sep. 22-Nov. 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m. /M
$69 ($59 Senior) • REC3BD • Sec. 95 • C. Shioshi and D. Eaton • GSHM
New! Beginning Tai Chi Chuan - Yang Style Short Form
Sep. 29-Nov. 17, 12:30-1:20 p.m. /M
$53 ($43 Senior) • REC5BY • Sec. 95 • B. Newman • FRVW
Sep. 30-Nov. 25, 5:30-6:20 p.m. /Tu • No class Nov. 11
$53 ($43 Senior) • REC5BY • Sec. 96 • B. Newman • GSHM
Oct. 3-Nov. 21, 12:30-1:20 p.m. /F
$53 ($43 Senior) • REC5BY • Sec. 97 • B. Newman • GSHM
Belly Dance Fitness
Sep. 27-Nov. 22, 2-2:50 p.m. /Sa
$69 ($59 Senior) • REC4WB • Sec. 95 • K. Miller • GSHM
Gentle Yoga
Oct. 10-Nov. 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m. /F
$58 ($48 Senior)* • REC5GY • Sec. 95 • K. Gates • GSHM
Intermediate Ballroom Dance
Sep. 22-Nov. 17, 7:45-8:45 p.m. /M
$69 ($59 Senior) • REC4BD • Sec. 95 • C. Shioshi and D. Eaton • GSHM
Introduction to Fly Fishing
Sep. 28, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. /Su
$95 ($85 Senior) • REC4FF • Sec. 95 • B. Light • GSHM
Qigong for Women
Oct. 9-Nov. 13, 6-7 p.m. /Th
$50 ($40 Senior) • REC5QW • Sec. 95 • B. Newman • GSHM
New! Strength and Conditioning for Bigger Bodies
Sep. 25-Dec. 11, 8:30-9:20 a.m. /Th • No class Nov. 27
$249 ($239 Senior) • REC5SB • Sec. 95 • T. Yamamoto • GSHM
Sunrise Serenity Qigong
Oct. 18-Nov. 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m. /Sa
$25 ($15 Senior) • REC6QC • Sec. 95 • J. Sherpa • GSHM
Tai Chi Adapted for Better Balance
Sep. 25-Dec. 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m. /Th • No class Nov. 27
$59 ($49 Senior) • REC5TA • Sec. 95 • S. Hartwell • GSHM
Sep. 29-Dec. 1, 10:30-11:30 a.m. /M
$59 ($49 Senior) • REC5TA • Sec. 96 • S. Hartwell • GSHM
Tap Dance
Sep. 27-Nov. 22, 3-3:50 p.m. /Sa
$69 ($59 Senior)* • REC3TP • Sec. 95 • K. Miller • GSHM
Tap Dance for Beginners
Sep. 27-Nov. 22, 4-4:50 p.m. /Sa
$69 ($59 Senior)* • REC4BT • Sec. 95 • K. Miller • GSHM
Yoga Basics: Movement for Self Care
Oct. 2-Nov. 20, 9-10:15 a.m. /Th
$89 ($79 Senior)* • REC5AL • Sec. 95 • J. Russell • GSHM
Yoga for a Balanced Life
Oct. 1-Nov. 19, 10:30-11:30 a.m. /W
$78 ($68 Senior)* • REC5YB • Sec. 95 • K. Gates • GSHM
Home, Garden, and Family
Auto Service and Maintenance
Oct. 16 & 23, 6-8 p.m. /Th
$35 ($25 Senior) • AUT4DE • Sec. 95 • G. Hillyard • GSHM
Backyard Birdwatching
Dec. 3, 6-8 p.m. /W
$26 ($16 Senior) • HOM4BD • Sec. 95 • R. Lexa • Zoom
Beginning Quilting - The Log Cabin Quilt
Oct. 11 & 12, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. /Sa,Su
$100 ($90 Senior)* • HOM4QL • Sec. 95 • P. Crockett • GSHM
Concealed Handgun Permit Class
Oct. 6, 6-9 p.m. /M
$59 ($49 Senior) • GUN4CH • Sec. 95 • S. Curtain • GSHM
Create Your Emergency Rapid Exit Plan with Cloud Backup!
Oct. 21, 6-9 p.m. /Tu
$59 ($49 Senior) • HOM4RE • Sec. 95 • K. Boyd • Zoom
First-Time Home Buyer Workshop
Oct. 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m. /W
$10 ($0 Senior) • HOM4FT • Sec. 95 • N. Walsh • GSHM
Hand-Pulled Noodles from Scratch
Sept. 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m. /W
$40 ($30 Senior)* • HOM4NO • Sec. 95 • P. Khunisorn • Zoom
Just a Cocktail
Sept. 25, 6-7 p.m. /Th • Briar Patch & Classic Daiquiri
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4JC • Sec. 95 • J. Crosby • JTRM
Oct. 9, 6-7 p.m. /Th • Numenor cockail & Autumn Old Fashioned
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4JC • Sec. 96 • J. Crosby • JTRM
Oct. 23, 6-7 p.m. /Th • Blackberry Lemon Drop & Dark Moon
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4JC • Sec. 97 • J. Crosby • JTRM
Nov. 13, 6-7 p.m. /Th • Patches Martini & Cranberry Ginger Sour
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4JC • Sec. 98 • J. Crosby • JTRM
Dec. 11, 6-7 p.m. /Th • Cable car cocktail & Jack Frost
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4JC • Sec. 99 • J. Crosby • JTRM
Motorcycle Training for All Levels
Learn more: team-oregon.org • Prices vary • GSHM
Mushroom Foraging for Beginners
Nov. 13, 6-8 p.m. /Th
$26 ($16 Senior) • HOM4MF • Sec. 95 • R. Lexa • Zoom
New! Plant Identifcation for Non-Botanists
Nov. 10, 6-7:30 p.m. /M
$26 ($16 Senior) • HOM4NB • Sec. 95 • R. Lexa • Zoom
New! Sri Lankan Cooking
Oct. 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m. /W
$40 ($30 Senior)* • HOM4SL • Sec. 95 • P. Khunisorn • Zoom
Whiz Bang Science: Physical Science
Sep. 26-Nov. 21, 1-3 p.m. /F
$25 • GEN4PS • Sec. 95 • J. Sherpa • GSHM
New! Whiz Bang: Phuntastic Physics!
Oct. 4-Nov. 22, 1-3 p.m. /Sa
$25 • GEN4PP • Sec. 95 • J. Sherpa • GSHM
Language, Travel, and Culture
Be a Better Writer: 10 Tips to Improve Writing NOW!
Oct. 6, 4-7 p.m./M
$59 ($49 Senior) • HOM4ET • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Beginner’s Guide to Getting Published
Oct. 3, 4-6 p.m. /F
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4GP • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Explore the World as a Travel Writer
Oct. 8, 2-4 p.m. /W
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4TW • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Guide to Using FREE Chat GPT (AI) for Writers
Oct. 7, 3-5 p.m. /Tu
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4CH • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Writing for Online Blogs, Magazines and Websites
Oct. 1, 2-4 p.m. /W
$45 ($35 Senior) • HOM4WO • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
New! Writing Short Stories: A Beginner’s Guide
Oct. 6, 2-4 p.m. /M
$45 ($35 Senior) • LAN4SH • Sec. 95 • L. Krusemark • Zoom
Writing Your Story
Sep. 25-Dec. 4, 1-3 p.m. /Th • No class Nov. 27
$59 ($49 Senior) • LAN4MM • Sec. 95 • R. Mahoney • Zoom
Online Learning for Professional and Personal Development
In partnership with Education2Go, MHCC offers online learning and professional development opportunities for in-demand workforce skills as well as personal enrichment courses. Courses may be instructor-moderated or self-guided. Instructormoderated courses are available with a mid-month starting date. Self-guided courses begin after registration.
Education2Go courses include the following and more:
Accounting and Finance
Business
College Readiness
Computer Science
Digital Photography
Foreign Languages
Health and Fitness
Information Technology
Legal Studies
Teaching and Education
Website Design
Writing and Publishing
See more courses and register at ed2go.com/mhcc
IN-PERSON LOCATION KEY
DDSO | David Douglas South Building 1500 SE 130th Ave., Portland, OR
GSHM | MHCC Gresham
26000 SE Stark St., Gresham, OR
GWA | Gorge Winds Aviation 920 NW Perimeter Way, Troutdale, OR
FRVW | Fairview Community Center 300 Harrison St., Fairview, OR
MAY | MHCC Maywood Park Center 10100 NE Prescott St., Portland, OR
WCHS | Wildcat Hobby Shop 3611 NE 50th Ave, Portland, OR
JTRM | Just Rum 17020 Ruben Lane, Sandy, OR
* Additional fees, supplies or books are required.
CANCELLATION POLICY: We do not like to cancel classes; however, sometimes it is necessary to cancel before the first meeting when enrollments do not reach a minimum. If we do not have enough students registered for a class prior to its start date, it will be canceled two days beforehand. Every effort is made to notify registered students of the cancellation, by email and/or by phone. Your registration might be the one that enables the class to be held, so please REGISTER EARLY!
We want to hear from you!
Visit mhcc.edu/ce or scan the QR code to take a survey on which community education classes MHCC should offer in the future.
MHCC in the Community
1. MHCC Heroes for Education Event
We thank all of our distinguished donors for their cumulative gifts to support our students and their success. We had the privilege of recognizing each of these donors with a certifcate and a spot on the Foundation s donor wall. We also proudly honored Soroptimist International of Gresham for its commitment to MHCC students and tireless advocacy for educational equity with this year s Heroes for Education award (pictured here).
2. Annual MHCC Foundation Celebration
Congratulations to Robin McGregor and Stan Hymel, who were both named as MHCC Foundation Emeritus Board members in honor of their outstanding contributions through a combined 66 years of dedicated service, leadership, and philanthropy in support of the Foundation s mission.
President Dr. Lisa Skari also presented Sue O Halloran with the Patron Saint Award. This is the college s highest honor. It recognizes Sue s extraordinary commitment to MHCC, our students, and the community. (Sue, pictured here with her family, who surprised her at the event.)
3. MHCC at the Sandy Music Fair & Feast
Seeing everyone s photos from the MHCC photo booth at the Sandy Music Fair & Feast was a blast! We re proud to have sponsored the Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce s largest fundraising event this year and had so much fun celebrating with everyone this summer.
4. MHCC at Wood Village Nite Out
A huge thank you to City Manager Greg Dirks (pictured here with the Gresham Fire Department) and the City of Wood Village for a spectacular Nite Out! We had a wonderful time with fellow community members and organizations. Thank you to everyone who stopped by!
5. MHCC Small Business and Entrepreneur Resource Fair
MHCC s Building Better Businesses Together Small Business and Entrepreneur Resource Fair was a huge success with an incredible turnout! We are grateful for the energy, insight, and generosity that state and local agencies brought to support our growing business community.
6. MHCC at Gresham SW Neighborhood Association Info Fair and Ice Cream Social This was a wonderful opportunity to meet members of our community and share everything MHCC has to ofer! A special shout out goes to the Gresham Breakfast Lions, who also had a table there, for being donors to the MHCC Foundation. Thank you to everyone who stopped by for a chat and picked up some swag.
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Baney’s Boo Bash
Friday, October 31 | 5–8 p.m.
MHCC Main Campus: 26000 S.E. Stark Street
Gresham, OR 97030
Bring the whole family to campus for an evening of Halloween fun! Enjoy safe trick-or-treating, spooky (but family-friendly) activities, and a chance to show of your best costumes. From candy to community spirit, it’s the MHCC Halloween event you won’t want to miss!