MT. HOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Director, Zone 3

Photo of Andrew SpeerAndrew Speer

Occupation: Economist

Occupational Background: Finance Analyst; Risk Analyst; Non-Commissioned Officer, U.S. Marine Corps

Educational Background: MS & BS, Economics – Portland State University; AS, Economics – Mt. Hood Community College

Prior Governmental Experience: U.S. Marine Corps 2000 – 2004

My primary goal is to advocate for the development of MHCC in ways that support the economic goals of East County. I will celebrate the diversity of our community by supporting programs encouraging people of color and students with disadvantaged backgrounds to enroll and train at MHCC.

I commit to:

  • Keeping tuition rates affordable by balancing revenue and costs
  • Increasing the enrollment of minority students
  • Advocating for partnerships with local business and industry to provide technical training for green jobs
  • Collaborating with school districts to stick to the Oregon Promise
  • Efficient use of tax revenue on proven cost-effective programs (e.g. nursing, dental hygiene, automotive)
  • Making financially informed decisions with long-term impacts in mind

As a former student and graduate of MHCC, I have first-hand experience on how higher education and training can improve lives. Being raised in East County, I am familiar with the challenges and opportunities facing our district. Economic growth and development require a diverse and skilled workforce, and I am confident MHCC can provide local businesses and industry with the educated and skilled workforce of our future.

Endorsements

“Andrew is a pragmatic decision maker that understands the needs of MHCC students because he was one.” James Woods, Ph.D.

“Andrew is passionate about MHCC and will bring a valuable perspective to the board.” Annette Mattson, MHCC Board Zone 4

“Andrew’s passion for serving underrepresented communities and background in economics have equipped him with the tools to add a valuable perspective to the board.” - East County Rising

  • Kenny Polson, MHCC Board Zone 5
  • Rep. Carla Piluso
  • Rep. Janelle Bynum
  • Sen. Michael Dembrow
  • Mayra Gomez, East County Educator
  • Ana del Rocio, Executive Director, Color PAC
  • Mt. Hood Community College Full-time Faculty Association
  • Oregon Working Families
  • Planned Parenthood PAC of Oregon

For more information
www.Facebook.com/Andrew.MHCC

(This information furnished by Andrew Speer for Oregon.)

The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.