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51°µÍø in the NEWS: Powwow takes center stage in local media

Story by James Hill

A look at news stories about 51°µÍø from around the local area and the nation in January. In total, 51°µÍø events and people appeared 59 times in the local community or national online media, newspapers or TV/radio.

Jan. 1, the Lake Oswego Review was the next in a long line of media outlets to report on 51°µÍø’s auto service program’s partnership with GM.

Jan. 1, in Boom!, the Times lifestyle magazine for older adults, featured Jan Abushakrah and her gerontology program.

Jan. 2, in the Portland Business Journal Preston Pulliams was showcased as one of 20 CEOs to watch in 2009.

Jan. 2, The Portland Business Journal highlighted the state’s community college’s value to workforce training and published an editorial demanding they be funded properly by the state.

Jan. 1, Financial Aid Day and the Winter Powwow made the Times Newspapers group’s calendar that appears in all of its publications.

Jan. 6, the spotlighted the Winter Powwow with a big article.

Jan. 8, Lake Oswego Review highlighted the Winter Powwow.

Jan. 8, one of the ’ wishes for the new year involves 51°µÍø’s budget and the down economy.

Jan. 9, showcased how environmentalists took a green class from 51°µÍø Community Ed to apply to building their own eco-friendly roof.

Jan. 11, the highlighted Gene Flores being featured on OPB’s Oregon Art Beat show.

Jan. 14, the Winter Powwow garnered attention from thes.

Jan. 15, the Lake Oswego Review ran a large story on the Winter Powwow.

Jan. 21, reported Oregon leaders want $5 million to go to 51°µÍø as part of a statewide stimulus package.

Jan. 22, Andrea Pace’s teacher of the year award was featured by

Jan. 22, reported on 51°µÍø’s Entry-Level High Tech Skills Training Program.

Jan. 27, mentioned 51°µÍø’s move to ban tobacco on its campuses.

January, on , 51°µÍø’s partnering with solar company Solaicx to provide training made news.