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TRIMET CUTS FORCE STUDENTS TO LOWER THEIR ASPIRATIONS
As TriMet grapples with a massive budget deficit of hundreds of millions of dollars, the resulting service cuts currently planned are creating a hostile environment for student success. The reduction of bus frequency on key routes, particularly during early mornings and late evenings, starting Nov. 30, directly undermines student punctuality and academic efforts. For students at Mt. Hood Community College who rely heavily on public transit to reach the Gresham campus, these c
Chiderah Edeh
Oct 29
Halloween at MHCC: Barney’s Boo Bash - haunting campus oct 31st
It’s coming up on that time of year again – the leaves are turning shades of red and yellow, the daylight hours are getting shorter, and the wind is getting colder. It’s the season of pumpkins, corn mazes, and sweet treats. Fall is truly here, and the end of October is approaching. That means that Halloween is just a few days away. For many years now, MHCC has held a Halloween event on campus for people of all ages. This year, the Halloween event is Barney’s Boo Bash, which w
Marisa Engelhard
Oct 29
Saints Volleyball Bears down -Season end nears
Saints left outside hitter Brooklyn Boyd skies for a spike attempt in a recent home match at the Yoshida Events Center. The Centennial High School product is currently third in “kills” (a winning attack shot) per set for Mt. Hood this season. She trails only fellow freshmen teammates Hannah Laursen (Westlake High School, in Saratoga, Utah) and Taylor Young (Corbett High School) in that category. The freshman-heavy Saints, 6-16 on the year, play their final three home matches
Advocate Staff
Oct 29
RON WYDEN SPEAKS AT MHCC
Oregon senator Ron Wyden spoke at Mt. Hood Community College on September 26th, 2025. The event saw several dozens of local Oregonians attending; the event lasted over an hour. Attendees were encouraged to ask questions until the event concluded. Various topics were discussed: local, national and international. Seconds after Ron Wyden picked up the microphone, a voice from the rear of the audience was heard shouting. The attendee persistently spoke over the senator—voicing h
Brian Moua
Oct 29
Get a Bright Smile for Free at MHCC’s Dental Hygiene Clinic
Do you need a sparkling smile without spending a dime? Then swing by the free Dental Hygiene Clinic at Mt. Hood Community College, right here at the Gresham campus (26000 SE Stark St., 97030.) It’s a chance to get top-notch dental care while supporting the amazing dental hygiene students at MHCC. WHAT’S THE DEAL? At the clinic, visitors can get a range of dental services done by the program’s students, with licensed professionals keeping a close eye to make sure everything is
Christian Ilechukwu
Oct 29
Community
MEET THE ADVOCATE: CHRISTIAN ILECHUKWU
I am Christian Ilechukwu, a Staff Editor at The Advocate, originally from Nigeria. Writing has been a part of my life since high school, where I first discovered my passion for crafting stories. My debut published work, “Politics of Deceit,” a drama, marked the start of my journey as a writer. I enjoy engaging in thoughtful discussions with others, exchanging ideas on a wide range of topics, and I am always open to trying new things, whether it’s a fresh perspective or a new
Christian Ilechukwu
Oct 29
TRIMET CUTS FORCE STUDENTS TO LOWER THEIR ASPIRATIONS
As TriMet grapples with a massive budget deficit of hundreds of millions of dollars, the resulting service cuts currently planned are creating a hostile environment for student success. The reduction of bus frequency on key routes, particularly during early mornings and late evenings, starting Nov. 30, directly undermines student punctuality and academic efforts. For students at Mt. Hood Community College who rely heavily on public transit to reach the Gresham campus, these c
Chiderah Edeh
Oct 29
Halloween at MHCC: Barney’s Boo Bash - haunting campus oct 31st
It’s coming up on that time of year again – the leaves are turning shades of red and yellow, the daylight hours are getting shorter, and the wind is getting colder. It’s the season of pumpkins, corn mazes, and sweet treats. Fall is truly here, and the end of October is approaching. That means that Halloween is just a few days away. For many years now, MHCC has held a Halloween event on campus for people of all ages. This year, the Halloween event is Barney’s Boo Bash, which w
Marisa Engelhard
Oct 29
Creativity in education is essential
Chiderah Edeh The Advocate Education today is not just about learning facts or passing exams, it’s about discovering new ways to think, solve problems, and express ideas. At Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC), creativity is at the heart of learning. The college encourages students to explore their interests, challenge traditional ways of thinking, and use their imagination to connect what they learn in class to the real world. One of the most inspiring things about MHCC is how
Chiderah Edeh
Oct 29
Saints Volleyball Bears down -Season end nears
Saints left outside hitter Brooklyn Boyd skies for a spike attempt in a recent home match at the Yoshida Events Center. The Centennial High School product is currently third in “kills” (a winning attack shot) per set for Mt. Hood this season. She trails only fellow freshmen teammates Hannah Laursen (Westlake High School, in Saratoga, Utah) and Taylor Young (Corbett High School) in that category. The freshman-heavy Saints, 6-16 on the year, play their final three home matches
Advocate Staff
Oct 29
Features
MEET THE ADVOCATE: CHRISTIAN ILECHUKWU
I am Christian Ilechukwu, a Staff Editor at The Advocate, originally from Nigeria. Writing has been a part of my life since high school, where I first discovered my passion for crafting stories. My debut published work, “Politics of Deceit,” a drama, marked the start of my journey as a writer. I enjoy engaging in thoughtful discussions with others, exchanging ideas on a wide range of topics, and I am always open to trying new things, whether it’s a fresh perspective or a new
Christian Ilechukwu
Oct 29
College Housing Northwest: Housing for Students in Need
Photo by College Housing Northwest of Abigail Court - chnw.org/properties/abigail-court Three years ago, my husband and I were living in a Walmart parking lot. We were grateful for the simple ability to wash our hands and use a restroom. Two years ago, we lived in an RV with no working toilet. We survived on simple meals because we did not have a kitchen. A year ago, we packed everything we owned into a car after selling the RV and moved to Portland. And today, we are full-ti
Nicholas Edwards
Oct 16
AI’s summer of discontent
Ever since the New York Times sued OpenAI in late December 2023 over copyright infringement claims the future of its chatbot Chat-GPT has been uncertain. The events of this past summer have brought more bad news for companies developing generative AI models and could bring changes to the internet that could soon prevent chatbots from accessing websites or require LLM chatbots like OpenAI’s Chat-GPT to pay for using copyrighted works. For publishers and media companies, howev
Leo Fontneau
Oct 16
MHCC email adds new security procedures: This fall be prepared to use two-factor authentication
A computer monitor in the AVID Center. Photo by Leo Fontneau All MHCC student Microsoft email accounts now require two-factor authentication. The change went into effect on Sept. 1, according to emails sent to students over the summer. Students can add or change methods of multi-factor verification in the “Security Info” tab of their school Microsoft account and officials recommend that students set up the Microsoft Authenticator app as the preferred method of multi factor
Leo Fontneau
Aug 15
Student Support at MHCC In Danger
President Trump’s fiscal year 2026 budget proposal includes the complete elimination of all federal TRIO programs, which have supported low-income, first-generation, and disabled students for over 60 years.
Ken Perez
Jun 5
Sports
NWAC Track & Field Championships
On May 19-20, Mt. Hood Community College served as the host site for the 2025 Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) Track & Field Championships. The event brought together top collegiate athletes from across the region for two days of intense competition. While I was not able to photograph every Mount Hood athlete in action, I was fortunate to capture moments from a few standout performers and highlight their achievements through the images below. In the women’s discus throw,
Catherine Green
Jun 5
MHCC Softball Dethroned
Last year, the Mt. Hood Community College softball team had an incredible championship season. I’ll admit – I knew nothing about softball at the time. But when I heard the Saints had a shot at another title run this year, I knew I had to be there to see it for myself. Photo by Ken Perez On the first day of the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) championship tournament – played in north Portland’s Delta Park – I was hooked. The energy coming from the Saints’ dugout was elect
Ken Perez
May 23
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Culture
'Men on Boats'
Theater Production Explores Gender and Roles Once again, the MHCC Theatre Department put on a fabulous performance last month, with an incredible set and costumes. As described by theatre student Leo Decker, “There were these dudes on boats, and they were going down the Colorado River, slowly running out of food and in slowly sinking boats.” In the play as staged at Mt. Hood, all the characters were played by feminine-presenting or nongender-conforming actors. The saga’s mora
S. Cousins
Jun 6
2025 Student Showcase
The 2025 MHCC Student Exhibition, a work of art in its own right, was installed by instructor Nathan Orosco.
Advocate Staff
May 22
Opinion
Creativity in education is essential
Chiderah Edeh The Advocate Education today is not just about learning facts or passing exams, it’s about discovering new ways to think, solve problems, and express ideas. At Mt. Hood Community College (MHCC), creativity is at the heart of learning. The college encourages students to explore their interests, challenge traditional ways of thinking, and use their imagination to connect what they learn in class to the real world. One of the most inspiring things about MHCC is how
Compassion Is Not Weakness — It’s Courage Without a Flag
War and conflict are notorious for demanding loyalty. “Pick a side,” people say. “Are you with the good or the bad?” It’s a question that is loaded with unfair weight. It assumes morality is simple – black and white – when, in truth, it is black, white, and the countless shades of grey in between. Every conflict, whether between nations or within a community, is built on stories, experiences, and pain. Both sides believe they are justified; both think they are right. Yet inn
FREE Speech on the Edge of a Parapet
Right now, freedom of speech is dangerously stationed on a parapet. If it topples, there is no climbing back – the very existence of this right would be threatened, perhaps lost for good. We stand at a moment of historical weight where the principle of free speech is not only questioned but actively eroding right before our eyes. More and more, those who exercise their right to speak find themselves punished, shamed, or silenced, as if the act of expression itself is an attac
One-Sided Friendships
How do I deal with a one-sided friendship without feeling guilty?
Learning More Than A Syllabus
As my time in the Middle College program at Mt. Hood comes to an end, I’ve been thinking about everything these past two years have taught me...
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