Administrative News

News regarding policies, program changes, budgets, infrastructure, and procedures affecting Clark College

President Knight announces retirement

President Knight

President Robert K. Knight has announced that he plans to retire at the end of the 2018-2019 contract year on August 31. “On behalf of the entire Board of Trustees, I want to thank President Knight for his exemplary service during his 13 years leading Clark College,” said Royce Pollard, chair of the Clark College…

Knight delivers State of the College Jan. 17

State of the College 2013

Annual address provides outlook for the college’s coming year       Clark College President Robert K. Knight will deliver the annual State of the College address on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 11:00 a.m. in Gaiser Student Center. During his speech, President Knight will address the college’s ongoing work to better meet the needs of students and…

Paul Speer named to Board of Trustees

Paul Speer

Vancouver resident has long record of civic engagement, leadership experience      Paul Speer has been appointed to the Clark College Board of Trustees by Gov. Jay Inslee. His appointment began October 31, 2018, and ends September 30, 2023. His first board meeting is tomorrow, Wednesday, November 14. “Paul has deep roots in Clark County…

Summer 2018 Classified Excellence Award

Sherry Smith

Congratulations to Sherry Smith, recipient of the 2018 Summer Quarter Classified Staff Excellence Award! Sherry Smith is the Administrative Services Manager B for the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) department. Smith shows exemplary work performance in many ways and is said to be the “go to” person in STEM for mostly everything. Smith has…

Many Clark College offices closed to the public Aug. 21-22

main campus

Classes will continue as scheduled and some services will remain open       Many offices and student services at Clark College will be largely closed to the public for a collegewide staff training on Tuesday, August 21 and Wednesday, August 22. Classes will continue as normally scheduled. Additionally, Child & Family Studies (child care), the Clark College…

Dr. Tim Cook named President of Clackamas Community College

Clark College Vice President of Instruction Dr. Tim Cook has been named President of Clackamas Community College. Dr. Cook’s appointment at Clackamas Community College comes after a national search to replace Dr. Joanne Truesdell, who has served as Clackamas Community College president since 2007. Dr. Cook started his career at Clark College in 1997 as…

Marking the path for a new year

Opening Day brings forecast of change to meet students’ needs      Fall was in the air on Monday, September 18. Not only did the day see the first substantial rainfall in months—a change welcomed by many, with their thoughts on this summer’s devastating wildfire season—but it was also the occasion for Clark College faculty…

Clark College summer hours

main campus

Many offices closed for all or part of Fridays       Beginning July 10, the College will be closed to the public at noon on Fridays through September 1. Below please find information about the availability of College services available during this closure period. Please note that even when services are available during normal operating…

Clark College adds to its leadership team

Dr. Loretta Capeheart

Experienced educators named to key positions within college      Clark College has recently welcomed several exceptional educational professionals to its leadership team. New hires and appointments include Dr. Loretta Capehart as Associate Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Judith Hernandez Chapar as the Director of the Teaching & Learning Center; Brenda Walstead as…

In case of emergency

people outside by Chime Tower during an evacuation drill

Clark College is committed to creating a safe learning environment for students, employees, and guests, but public safety is also the responsibility of each member of our community. Being prepared—both mentally and physically—for the unexpected is the first and best defense to minimize accidents, emergencies, and other incidents. One aspect of Clark’s preparation efforts is…

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