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Before students arrive for the fall term, In-Service Week provides an opportunity for us to reconnect, learn from one another, celebrate achievements, and prepare for the year ahead.
Please note that part-time faculty will not receive stipends for the Monday In-service or for any community sessions. Part-time faculty are eligible for stipends for:
- Teaching Week (September 8, 9, and 10 – up to $200 each day)
- Part-Time Faculty In-Service (September 16 – $100)
- 1/2 day SAC meetings if they are scheduled (September 17 – up to $100)
Community sessions: join interactive breakout sessions designed to empower our college community. Explore innovative ideas, contribute your insights, and help shape the future of ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½. View the community sessions schedule.
Monday, September 14
Join remotely
Can’t attend In-Service in person? Join us for a brief afternoon Zoom broadcast during the event. The program will feature remarks from Acting ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ President, Dr. Kati Ho, ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ Federation representatives, and AS¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½ leadership. The broadcast will be recorded and made available afterward for those who are unable to attend live.
- In-Service broadcast: 2-2:30pm
- (meeting ID: 985 2221 427)
Community Gatherings
Each Community Gathering will feature a brief program with Acting President Katy Ho, representatives from the Associated Students of ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½, and leaders from FFAP and FCE. After the program, stay and enjoy food, games, activities, and time with colleagues from across the college.
- West Side Community Gathering
- 8:30–11:30²¹³¾
- Rock Creek Campus
- East Side Community Gathering
- 1-4pm
- Cascade Campus
Host a Community Table
One of the highlights of the Community Gatherings will be a community fair featuring departments, committees, affinity groups, employee organizations, shared governance groups, and college programs from across ¶¶Òõ¸£Àûµ¼º½. Hosting a table is a great way to share resources, recruit new participants, showcase your work, and help colleagues discover opportunities to get involved throughout the college. The signup deadline for tabling has passed. Please contact inservice@pcc.edu with questions.
- Rock Creek: Events Center, Building 9. Doors open for tabling setup at 7:30am. Tabling runs from 8:30–11:30²¹³¾
- Cascade: Cascade Library. Doors open for tabling setup at 12 noon. Tabling runs from 1–4pm
- Tables will not be assigned. They will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at both locations. Early setup is not available. Tablecloths will not be provided. Power will not be available unless specifically requested in the original registration. Make sure laptops are fully charged before arriving.
SAC Chairs and Friends
- 12-1:30pm
- Cascade Campus (remote attendance available)
Tuesday, September 15
Pathway meetings
Academic and Career Pathways teams will gather in the morning for pathway-specific discussions, planning, and collaboration. Look for more information from your pathway leadership.
- AAT: 9am-12 noon, Sylvania Campus, Cafeteria
- AHCD: 9am-11:30am, Zoom
- BCWD: 9am-11:30am, Zoom
- HEP: 10am-12 noon, Sylvania Campus, HT East Lobby
- PSESS: 8:30am-12 noon, Cascade Campus, Student Union
- STEM: 8:30am-12 noon, Zoom, with live streaming at the RC Event Center
Gordon Galbraith Award Ceremony
Join us as we recognize this year’s Gordon Galbraith Award recipient and celebrate excellence in service.
2026 Galbraith Award Winner: Josephine PinoÂ
Congratulations to Biology instructor Josephine Pino, recipient of the 2026 Galbraith Award for Excellence in Teaching! A champion for undergraduate research and equitable STEM education, Josephine was selected by her peers for her dedication to students and instructional leadership. Don’t miss her 30-minute presentation during Fall In-service week! .
- 12:30-1:30pm
- Zoom:
- Meeting ID: 974 4660 7390
- Passcode: 991324
Wednesday, September 16
Faculty Department Chair In-Service
Faculty department chairs will gather for college updates, leadership development, and planning for the academic year.
- 8:30am-12:30pm
- Southeast Campus, Community Hall
Part-Time Faculty In-Service
Part-time faculty are invited to connect with colleagues, learn about available resources, and prepare for the year ahead.
- 4:30-8:30pm
- Sylvania Campus
- Fore more information visit the
Thursday, September 17
Subject Area Committee (SAC) In-Service Day
Stipend pay is available for eligible participants for up to four hours. Contact your SAC/academic department leadership to determine whether there will be a meeting for your program or discipline.
Accessibility
Learn more about accessibility at and . Sensory rooms are located in Rock Creek Building 5, Room 122 and Cascade Terrell Hall, Room 100.
Questions
Please email questions and concerns to inservice@pcc.edu.