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Congratulations, Class of 2017!

Commencement is filled with stories of struggle, family, and triumph      On June 22, approximately 800 graduates gathered at Sunlight Supply Amphitheater to participate in the 2017 Clark College Commencement ceremony. A strong breeze tried to whip their carefully decorated mortarboard caps off their heads, and the summery sunshine forced many to unzip their…

Exceptional faculty

During the 2017 Commencement ceremony, President Robert K. Knight announced the names of the recipients of the 2017 Clark College Exceptional Faculty Awards. The awards are presented annually to full-time and part-time faculty members. Nominations can be submitted by Clark College students, faculty, classified employees, administrators, alumni, Board members, and Foundation directors. The awards are made…

“I want to be a role model”

Nick Freese

Presidents’ Scholarship recipient Nicholas Freese overcame a troubled youth to find success at Clark      When Nicholas Freese heard his name announced as the recipient of the Community College Presidents’ Scholarship in Honor of Val Ogden, there was one person he wanted to discuss it with, above all others: his 4-year-old daughter, Sadie. “I…

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…

A mindful exploration

John Mitchell

Faculty Speaker Series highlights scholarship of mindfulness in education       On May 3, mathematics professor John Mitchell brought his message of mindfulness–the simple practice of being aware of one’s present-moment experience—to the spring installment of the Faculty Speaker Series. Mitchell said his goal was to inspire the audience “to be part of something…

A year of talent

Visitors at Art Student Annual

Art Student Annual showcases student artwork at Archer Gallery through June 16      On May 16, the Archer Gallery was filled with visitors to the opening of the 2017 Art Student Annual Exhibition. This yearly event showcases the best artwork produced by Clark art students in the past academic year. Students compete not only…

Phoenix embraces transformation

Student with Phoenix

Clark celebrates the release of the 37th volume of the art and literary journal      On May 16, Clark College’s award-winning art and literary journal, Phoenix, unveiled its 2017 edition at a reception in PUB 161. Taking inspiration from the Clark community, the Phoenix staff adopted the collegewide theme of Transformation for the new…

Exploring Subtext

Subtext logo

Weeklong literary festival includes readings, workshops, and Phoenix unveiling       The Clark College Columbia Writers Series is offering a full week of writers, readings, and events on the college’s main campus during its third annual Subtext Literary Festival. From May 15-18, the college will host well-known authors, as well as readings by Clark…

Commencement keynote speaker announced

Ernie Hudson

Actor Ernie Hudson to address the Class of 2017 on June 22      On Thursday, June 22, Clark College will honor its 81st graduating class at the 2017 Clark College Commencement ceremony. The ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. at the Sunlight Supply Amphitheater. The keynote speaker is actor Ernie Hudson. More than…

Native Plant Sale

red flowering currant

Fundraiser for college’s biology and environmental science students held May 4 and 5      Clark College will host its fourth annual native plant sale on May 4 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and May 5 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Natural Plant Center, the college’s greenhouse. Most plants are priced…

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