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| International student Laith Dababneh enrolled
at Portland Community College, with a major in Economics
and Political Science, in September of 2024, after
graduating from school in Jordan. During his first year at PCC, Laith began publishing political columns assessing geopolitical developments in the Middle East under the mentorship of Dr. Marwan Muasher. In the summer of 2025, Laith had the opportunity to intern at the Embassy of Jordan in Washington, D.C. During the 2026 school year, Laith interned in the Office of Senate President Rob Wagner in the Oregon State Senate. For both internships, Laith earned PCC Co-op credit through the Career Development and Political Science programs. These experiences gave Laith a glimpse into the inner workings of foreign service institutions and the legislative processes in the United States. He now plans to transfer in the fall of 2026 to equip himself for a career in the Jordanian diplomatic corps. In addition to his internship experiences, Laith worked as a Peer Advisor for PCC Career Services in the 2026 school year, helping students explore careers and resources. Update: Laith was able to complete another summer internship in 2026, this time with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Jordan. Laith is currently enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, pursuing Bachelors degrees in Economics and in Peace, War and Defense studies. |