Education doesn’t cost – it pays

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index I have taught at most community and technical colleges in the greater Tacoma area for many years – Pierce and TCC, Bates and Clover Park Technical Colleges and a few more. My students have come … ... [...more]

Free public forum Saturday, April 28 – Facing Pierce County Homelessness: Creating HomeFULLness

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Index Staff

Tacoma, WA – This Saturday, April 28, those who live and work in Pierce County are invited to attend a free community forum at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center on the topic of “Facing Pierce County Homelessness: Creating HomeFULLness.” Hear ... [...more]

CLAW workshop Saturday April 28th

Posted on April 27, 2018 by Index Staff

Have your own ideas for comics? Join the CLAW, the Cartoonist’s League of Absurd Washingtonians for a workshop on the nuts and bolts of getting started creating your own comics and zines. There will be a Q&A session, followed by … [...more]

May is Tacoma-Pierce County Bike Month

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Index Staff

During the month of May, the City of Tacoma, in partnership with Pierce County and Pierce Transit, celebrate Bike Month. Lots of bike-related events and activities are planned for the 11th annual Bike Month in 2018, and details will be … ... [...more]

Cinco de Mayo and farmers markets in and around Tacoma

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index When the sun emerges and the promise of summer kicks in, it is time to get out and do things and meet people. On Saturday, May 5, you are welcome to join the Matador … [...more]

Craftsman homes and historic buildings require that special touch

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index I’ve written in previous columns that I have taught at local community and technical colleges. It’s been primarily technical schools the past ten years or so. That means I’ve been working with ... [...more]

Sure Oak Scholarships

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Index Staff

Sure Oak is offering $1,000 scholarships to all undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university. Applicants must submit 1,000-1,500 word essay detailing how an education from your college or university will help you ... [...more]

State connects Washington workers with most-wanted career skills

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Index Staff

Commerce awards grants to raise awareness, access to education, training, certifications and employment through apprenticeships, community and technical college programs The Washington State Department of Commerce awarded three Skilled Worker ... [...more]

Washington’s independent colleges and universities continue their unique legacy

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Index Staff

Washington’s 10 private colleges and universities positioned to partner with state, industry and supporters to produce more college graduates By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Potential college students of Washington – and their parents ... [...more]

Walk Tacoma series begins – explore Tacoma’s Japantown

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Index Staff

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Did you know that Tacoma once held a dynamic Japanese community and business district downtown? From the 1880s to the early 1940s, Japanese immigrants created a vibrant commercial and social hub which extended ... [...more]