Peninsula College secured funds from a community partner to upgrade technology at its Neah Bay hub. This technology will facilitate students and Makah Tribal members’ participation in PC’s many education and support programs.
Peninsula College was awarded $13,000 from Battelle, which operates Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland, WA. This funding will enable the college to purchase technology for a Transitional Studies classroom and computer lab at the Neah Bay hub. The upgraded computers will ensure that students and Tribal members have equitable access to higher education.
“The Makah Tribe is grateful for support from Battelle bringing high-tech access to higher education in Neah Bay,” said Glenn Ellis, Jr., Makah Tribal Council Treasurer and Peninsula College Trustee. “This upgraded PC hub will allow more students to attain a college degree without the challenges of a long drive.”
The College has served the Makah Tribe at its Neah Bay hub for over 20 years. The site has a classroom and computer lab and is utilized by students enrolled general education, job training and high school completion programs. Approximately 85 students from Neah Bay are enrolled at PC and Makah Tribal staff serve on many college committees.
“PC has a long tradition of partnering with the Makah Tribe. We are grateful to Battelle for giving the college the opportunity to offer technology that will create a high-quality learning experience in Neah Bay,” said Dr. Suzy Ames, President of Peninsula College.