Expanded opportunities for applied creative practice
PNCA's Special Programs offer students opportunities to broaden and deepen their education within a 21st century arts school. These centers for learning uniquely bring the greater creative, scientific, and technological professional communities into PNCA as they simultaneously offer students to expand their practices beyond the classroom and campus.
Special Programs

Art + Science Initiative
Gain valuable experience applying what you learn in the classroom to real world situations and inspire change.

International Studies
International exchange engenders sensitivity to cultural difference and awareness of culture’s formative effects.

Creative Technology Lab
Creative Technology Lab fosters exploration and innovation at the intersection of art, science, technology, and design.
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Leland Iron Works Artist-in-Residency Program
This Artist-in-Residency Program awards five month-long residencies to practicing Oregon artists and four residencies for students and emerging artists at Leland Iron Works.

Watershed Fine Art Publishing
Professional fine art publishing in a center for higher learning.
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Photo by Adam Simmons, PNCA Class of 2017