GESCA is a volunteer-run,  non-profit organization based in Gresham, Oregon.

Our sister city is Ebetsu, located in Hokkaido, Japan.

 

グレッシャㇺ姉妹都市協会（GESCA) はボランティア会員運営の非営利団体です。
米国オレゴン州グレッシャㇺ市を拠点として
北海道江別市との交流活動を推進支援しています。

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3 months ago

Timeline photosOur beloved Saints are making waves in the sports world yet again. We're thrilled to announce that our very own alumnus, Rikuu Nishida, has been selected in the 11th round of the 2023 MLB draft to join the renowned Chicago White Sox! ⚾💪

Rikuu's incredible journey from Japan to Gresham to landing a spot in a Major League Baseball team is a testament to his unwavering dedication, hard work, and undeniable talent. We couldn't be prouder of his achievements.

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1 month ago

Timeline photos🎉 Proud moment for MHCC! 🏆 We're thrilled to announce that we've been ranked as the fourth-best community college in the US by WalletHub. 🌟 With data gathered from 668 member institutions in the American Association of Community Colleges, WalletHub meticulously evaluated various metrics such as affordability, educational achievements, and career success. 📚🚀

Thank you to our incredible faculty, staff, students, and community for helping us achieve this remarkable recognition!🙌

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2 months ago

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2 months ago

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3 months ago

Timeline photos🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The Portland Highland Games are coming to MHCC this Saturday, July 15. Enjoy an exhilarating day packed with endless entertainment, melodious tunes, delectable cuisine, and captivating cultural experiences, all united in a grand celebration of Scottish arts.

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Cultural Events

‘Skosh’ is being rebranded as ‘Cultural Events’. GESCA plans to sponsor Cultural Events as a new way of sharing Japanese culture with those who attend. Keep checking back for when events are scheduled.

Student Exchange

The Student Exchange program is a partnership with our sister city Ebetsu, Japan.

Tsuru Island

Tsuru Island has its own website. Go to: greshamjapanesegarden.com

or contact Jim Card, Gresham Japanese Garden, PO Box 673, Boring OR 97009

Thank you to our Benefactors