News

Everything about the Penguin Nation

Sakura Festival is coming

sakura blossoms and Japanese garden

Free, family-friendly event on April 18      On Thursday, April 18, Clark College’s 2019 Sakura Festival will honor the historic ties of friendship between the sister-cities of Vancouver, Washington, and Joyo, Japan. The festival will begin at 1:00 p.m. with opening remarks near the Royce E. Pollard Japanese Friendship Garden, which is located next…

Welcome, professors!

composite photo of all 2019 tenured faculty

Twelve outstanding educators are the newest members of the tenured faculty at Clark College. Dr. Amy Castellano (phlebotomy), Dr. Cara Cocchiarella (physical health and education), Dr. Catherine “CeCe” Crosby (biology), Dr. Jacob Funk (music), Hannah Jackson (mathematics), Julie Lemmond (business), Dr. Xiunu “Sophie” Lin (physics), Meredith Lynch (Transitional Studies English), Dr. Sam May-Varas (Transitional Studies…

Discovering their potential at Clark

Angela Kyle and Heather Leasure

On March 21, two outstanding students represented Clark College at the 23rd annual All-Washington Academic Team ceremony, honoring 59 students from Washington state for their academic excellence and community service. Top students from 33 of Washington state’s community and technical colleges were honored at the annual ceremony, which was held at South Puget Sound Community…

Honoring she-roes

The 2019 Iris Awards honor women’s contributions to Southwest WashingtonOn March 7, while people around the world prepared to celebrate International Women’s Day the next day, members of the local community gathered in Gaiser Student Center to honor five women’s contributions to Southwest Washington at the 2019 Iris Awards. Guests enjoyed refreshments and light fare…

How to stay safe during the measles outbreak

Woman getting injection while her daughter watches

Clark County is experiencing an outbreak of measles. While the college has not identified any confirmed cases on campus at this time, we want to prepare our community members in the most proactive manner possible, and let you know about the steps you can take to protect yourself, your loved ones, and the Clark College community.…

Get a Running Start at Clark

College hosts information night for high school students and their parents      High school students and their families have an opportunity to attend a free Running Start Information Night at Clark College on Wednesday, March 13, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the O’Connell Sports Center gymnasium on Clark’s main campus. The information session, which outlines…

Recipients of the 2019 Iris Awards Announced

Tickets on sale for March 7 ceremony      Five women representing exceptional leadership, philanthropy and community service are the winners of the 2019 Iris Awards, honoring women of achievement in Southwest Washington. They will be recognized at an awards reception on Thursday, March 7. Awards will be presented to Ann Fischer, founder of the…

Clark College Theatre presents “Godspell 2012”

Revived version of popular musical runs Feb. 22 – March 9      Clark College Theatre continues its 2018-2019 season with the 2012 revamped version of the musical Godspell. Godspell 2012 is a masterful retelling of the original musical sensation, injected with contemporary references and dazzling new arrangements. It was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and…

Clark College Automotive Technology holds Open House

Clark College Automotive Technology Open House

Free event on February 20 offers prospective students a chance to tour the program      The Clark College Automotive Technology department welcomes prospective students and their families to its annual Open House on Wednesday, February 20, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, though organizers ask…

Presidential Coins

Vanessa Neal holding her Presidential Coin

Since 2007, Clark College President Bob Knight has presented Presidential Coins to faculty, staff, and community members to honor their exemplary service to the college and the community. In 2016, President Knight expanded the coins’ recipients to include exemplary supporters of the college. The honorees are decided by the president and are kept secret until…

image_pdfimage_print