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…
Administrative News
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Clark College summer hours
by herickson •
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
by herickson •
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
by CSantaMaria •
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…
State of the College points toward “True North”
by herickson •
At his annual State of the College address on January 20, President Bob Knight spoke about the importance of an organization finding its “true north,” which he defined as “the very reason the organization exists, and what it can do better than anything else.” Knight went on to say that Clark College has been steering its…
Clark welcomes new team members
by herickson •
Clark College has recently welcomed three outstanding professionals to its leadership. Read more about Kelly Woodward, Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance Selena Castro, Dean of Student Enrollment and Completion Cathy Busha, Dean of Student Engagement Kelly Woodward Kelly Woodward joined Clark as Vice President of Human Resources and Compliance November 3. “As a…
ECD welcomes new employees
by herickson •
Francois Wevers and Kelli Gizzi join Clark College Economic and Community Development’s leadership Clark College’s Economic and Community Development program recently welcomed two talented leaders to its team. Francois Wevers joined ECD as the Director of Economic & Community Partnerships and Kelli Gizzi is the incoming Director of Professional and Personal Development. About…
Clark prepares to offer its second bachelor’s degree
by TStark •
Pending accreditations, new degree in Business Management could be offered in 2017 Clark College received approval last week from the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (WSBCTC) to offer a new Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in Applied Management. Next, Clark is seeking approval from the Northwest Commission on Colleges and…
Jacobsen named new trustee
by herickson •
Jane Jacobsen has been appointed to the Clark College Board of Trustees by Gov. Jay Inslee. Her term began February 23 and ends September 30, 2019. “I am thrilled and honored to have been named a trustee of Clark College,” said Jacobsen. “It is an integral part of our community and essential for an increasing…
England appointed to commission
by herickson •
Clark’s Diversity Outreach Manager will advise governor on African-American issues Clark College is pleased to announce that Dolly England, Diversity Outreach Manager, was recently appointed to the Washington State Commission on African American Affairs by Gov. Jay Inslee. As a commissioner for Southwest Washington, England will help shape policy and understanding regarding African-Americans…