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McClaskey Culinary Institute opens its doors to the public on Nov. 28       On Tuesday, November 28, Clark College will launch a new era in the region’s culinary scene as it hosts the ribbon-cutting ceremony for its Tod and Maxine McClaskey Culinary Institute. The modern, 20,615-square-foot facility provides a variety of fast, fresh,…

Welding program sells student-built boat

skiff built by welding students

Proceeds from auction will go toward future student projects      For three months this spring, students from Clark College’s welding classes worked tirelessly to create a 14-foot aluminum skiff from scratch. Now the welding program is selling the skiff online to raise funds for future class projects. As part of the college’s commitment to…

“A View from the Bridge” runs Nov. 10-18

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Arthur Miller tragedy explores life and loss in an immigrant family      Clark College Theatre opens its 2017-2018 season with A View from the Bridge. Arthur Miller, who wrote Death of a Salesman and The Crucible, brings us this classic tragedy of life, love, and loss. Brooklyn longshoreman Eddie Carbone welcomes his immigrant cousins to America, but when one of…

Aimee Bender at Clark College

Aimee Bender

Award-winning novelist discusses her work on Oct. 30 as part of the Columbia Writers Series      Clark College welcomes award-winning novelist Aimee Bender, author of The Girl in the Flammable Skirt and The Color Master, as part of the college’s Columbia Writers Series. Bender will read from and discuss her writing from 11:00 a.m.…

Women’s Soccer wins regionals

Weekend sees many victories for the Penguins      With its 2-0 road victory over Southwestern Oregon this past Saturday, Clark College Women’s Soccer clinched the Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) South Region title. Led by Head Coach Sean Jansen–who received a Presidential Coin in September for his service to the college–the team has racked up…

Free STEM Seminars begin Oct. 20

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Lunchtime lectures cover everything from caves to stargazing       Clark College is inviting the public to come back to school for a series of free lunchtime seminars that explore the lighter side of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Begun in 2015, the Clark College STEM Seminar Series launches its 2017 Fall season…

Penguin Pantry holds open house

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On-campus food bank welcomes the public Oct. 25        Clark College invites the community to attend the Grand Opening for its new Penguin Pantry on Wednesday, October 25, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Launched this summer, the Pantry provides students with free food…

Kenny Fries opens Columbia Writers Series season

Noted writer explores topics of identity and disability on October 10      The Clark College Columbia Writers Series kicks off its 2017-2018 season with renowned poet, memoirist, and critic Kenny Fries. This event, which is free and open to the public, will be held on Tuesday, October 10, from 11:00 a.m. to noon in Penguin Union…

Cannon leads Women’s Basketball

Paul Cannon steps in as Interim Head Coach for upcoming season      Paul Cannon, former Assistant Coach for Clark College Women’s Basketball during the 2016-17 season, was moved into the Interim Head Coaching Position following the stepping down of former Head Coach Eric Harper. Cannon joined the staff last season assisting first-year head coach…

Fall begins at Clark

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First day of classes on September 25 sees new programs and services      Monday, September 25 marked the start of the 2017 fall term at Clark College. While official numbers are not available until after the 10th day of class, the day began with 12,055 students enrolled, slightly down from last year’s Day One…

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