PCC International Student Life

10/27/2026

Meet Our International Orientation Mentors for the 2026–2027 Academic Year!⁠
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Say hello to Sakina, Scarlett, Yuki and Minyi (no photo, by request 😊) - the friendly faces helping our new international students feel welcome at PCC!⁠
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Get to know our mentors, discover where they are from, the languages they speak, and some fun facts about them.⁠
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If you see them around campus, don’t be shy and say hi!⁠
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🇵🇰 Sakina⁠
From: Pakistan⁠
Languages: Urdu and Gujarati⁠
Fun Fact: I collect colorful paper bags. I just can’t bring myself to throw away a pretty one!⁠
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🇰🇭 Scarlett⁠
From: Cambodia⁠
Languages: Khmer and French⁠
Fun Fact: I’ve conducted my own unofficial research comparing iced Americanos vs. Monster to determine which provides the best study energy! ☕⚡😄⁠
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🇳🇵 Yuki⁠
From: Nepal⁠
Languages: Nepali, Japanese, and Hindi⁠
Fun Fact: I enjoy hiking! 🥾⛰️⁠

🇨🇳 Minyi (no photo, by request 😊)
From: China
Speaks: Mandarin
Fun Fact: I used to be the director of the Media Department in college!
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Let's make our mentors feel just as welcome as the students they support! 💚🌎

10/27/2026

🌎 Meet Our International Orientation Mentors for the 2026–2027 Academic Year!⁠
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Get to know Lan, Linh, Nam and Neit - the friendly faces helping international students feel welcome at PCC! Discover where they are from, which languages they speak, and a fun fact about each of them.⁠
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Keep an eye out for them around campus! 😊⁠
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🇻🇳 Lan⁠
From: Vietnam⁠
Languages: Vietnamese⁠
Fun Fact: I have been to three concerts this year!⁠
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🇻🇳 Linh⁠
From: Vietnam⁠
Languages: Vietnamese⁠
Fun Fact: I love traveling! I have been to three continents, and hopefully, I’ll get to explore even more in the future.⁠
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🇻🇳 Nam⁠
From: Vietnam⁠
Languages: Vietnamese⁠
Fun Fact: I build and ride bikes a lot, and I closed out my summer with a century ride - a 100-mile bike ride!⁠
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🇻🇳 Neit⁠
From: Vietnam⁠
Languages: Vietnamese⁠
Fun Fact: I can fall asleep almost anywhere whenever I need to!⁠
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Let's make our mentors feel just as welcome as the students they support! 💚🌎

10/27/2026

🌎 Meet Our International Orientation Mentors for the 2026–2027 Academic Year!

Get to know Camila, Cinna, Essence, Justin, and Ken - the friendly faces helping international students feel welcome at PCC! Discover where they are from, which languages they speak, and a fun fact about each of them.

Keep an eye out for them around campus! 😊
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🇨🇴 Camila⁠
From: Colombia⁠
Languages: Spanish⁠
Fun Fact: I have a phobia of moths and tiny flying insects! 🦋😱⁠
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🇵🇰 Cinna⁠
From: Pakistan⁠
Languages: Urdu⁠
Fun Fact: My weekend superpower is sleeping! 😴 My record is 23 hours straight.⁠
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🇺🇸 Essence⁠
From: United States⁠
Languages: Jamaican Patois⁠
Fun Fact: I started sewing when I was nine years old.⁠
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🇨🇳 Justin⁠
From: China⁠
Languages: Mandarin
Fun Fact: In my spare time, I’m 3D-printing and building a fully functional, real-life replica of WALL-E from scratch!⁠
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🇹🇭 Ken⁠
From: Thailand⁠
Languages: Thai⁠
Fun Fact: I used to work at Walt Disney World in Florida!⁠
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Let's make our mentors feel just as welcome as the students they support! 💚🌎

10/27/2026

A sunny day, good company, and a little Portland adventure. ☀️🐦‍⬛

More than just a walk — memories with our international student community. 🤎

Recap event!

10/27/2026

10/23/2026

Need a last minute costume? WE GOT YOU!
See you at our Halloween Party Thursday October 29th 6PM
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10/15/2026

Pumpkin Patch Adventure! 🍂🎃

Celebrate fall with fellow PCC students and experience a favorite Oregon fall tradition!

Enjoy a hayride, pick your own pumpkins, snap some cute fall photos, and show off your best autumn outfits!

Gather your friends, bring your fall spirit, and get ready for a fun day full of pumpkins, fresh air, and autumn memories!

🚌 Transportation provided!

Don’t miss out on this fall adventure!

Friday, October 23
10AM-2PM
Meet up at Cascade Campus

Registration is Required through PantherHub. Link in bio.

10/12/2026

Be Featured! Share Your PCC Journey!

Have a story to tell? The Study in the USA team is visiting PCC on Thursday, October 22, and they want to hear from you!

Take part in a short, casual 5-minute interview to share why you chose PCC, your favorite moments, and your experience as an international student.

This is your chance to share your journey and inspire students around the world!

Are you interested in participating? Complete the form, through the link in our bio, by Sunday, October 18!

We can’t wait to hear your story!

10/12/2026

🏓Pickleball Break: Play, Meet & Have Fun!

Need a break from classes? Take a breather and join us for an afternoon of pickleball, new connections, and fun with fellow PCC students!

Never played before? No problem! Whether you are a pickleball pro or picking up a paddle for the first time, everyone is welcome. Come ready to play, hang out, and enjoy a fun afternoon together!

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 3–5:30 PM
📍 Montavilla Community Center

🎟️ Registration is required through PantherHub: link in bio.

Grab a paddle, bring your good vibes, and let’s rally!

10/09/2026

🌎 You are Invited to the International Student Transfer Fairs! 🌎

Thinking about transferring to a U.S. university? This is a great opportunity to meet university recruiters, ask questions, and learn about transfer requirements!

Wednesday, October 14
Cascade Campus, Student Union, 2nd floor
9:30AM-12PM
Southeast Campus, Mt. Tabor Community Hall
1-3:30PM

Thursday, October 15
Rock Creek Campus, Building 3, 1st Floor
9:30AM-12PM
Sylvania Campus, CC Mall Entrance
1-3:30PM

Would you like to know which universities will be there? Check the link in our bio to see the full list and read more about each university before you attend!

Come prepared with your questions and start planning your next step.