CCC Environmental Learning Center hosts Communicating Science workshop

The Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center is hosting Communicating Science, a one-day workshop designed to help scientists and engineers strengthen their public speaking and presentation skills. The event takes place Friday, Oct. 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., at the college's Oregon City campus.

The workshop is built on the idea that science is anything but boring. Participants will learn simple techniques to improve delivery, boost confidence and communicate with clarity and impact. Through interactive activities, attendees will gain tools to give engaging presentations and sharpen everyday communication skills.

The course will be led by Janine Castro, technical director of Portland State University's River Restoration Professional Certificate program.

Participants who complete the workshop will earn 0.65 continuing education units (6.0 professional development hours) and receive a certificate of completion.

The cost is $300 for standard registration and $150 for students and AmeriCorps members. A limited number of reduced-price tickets are available for those with financial need-individuals may reach out for further information.

The workshop will be held at the Environmental Learning Center, 19600 Molalla Ave., Oregon City.

Register at Eventbrite. For questions, email [email protected] or call 503-594-3015. For more information about the Environmental Learning Center, visit www.clackamas.edu/elc.

About the Environmental Learn ing Center

The Environmental Learning Center has a rich history as an educational resource for Clackamas Community College, regional schools, industry and the community. Located on the former site of a Smucker's processing plant, the center was created to demonstrate what people could do to reclaim industrial sites, address stormwater issues and restore wildlife habitats in urban areas. Each year thousands of people visit to explore the 5-acre site and learn about watershed health. The site serves as an important stormwater facility for the college campus and provides critical wetland habitat for resident and migratory birds, such as the great blue heron, wood duck and merganser.