The 2017 Iris Awards honors five champions of diversity, civility, and community service On March 8, while people around the world celebrated International Women’s Day, members of the local community gathered in Gaiser Student Center to honor five women’s contributions to Southwest Washington at the 2017 Iris Awards. Guests enjoyed refreshments and light fare…
Clark College hosts Southwest Washington Regional Science Olympiad Burning marshmallows, miniature hovercrafts, robotic arms, and the perennial favorite, bottle rockets, were a just a few of the 48 activities featured at this year’s Southwest Regional Science Olympiad Tournament, which took place at Clark College on Saturday, March 4. More than 350 young scientists…
Children’s Free Dental Health Day helps more than 100 kids Some days, it’s like the Tooth Fairy is trying to tell you something. For instance, there’s nothing like losing one of your baby teeth to remind you that you need to visit the dentist. Fortunately for Juliet Shiemke, age 7, students from the…
Five outstanding women to be honored for their contributions to Southwest Washington Five women will be honored at the 2017 Iris Awards, honoring women of achievement in Southwest Washington. They will receive the awards at a ceremony held March 8 at Clark College. Three Iris Awards for exceptional leadership, philanthropy and community service will be…
The Clark College Dental Hygiene Program will hold a free children’s dental clinic on Saturday, February 4, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the main campus of Clark College. The event will take place in the Firstenburg Dental Hygiene Education and Care Center in the Health Sciences Building on Clark’s main campus. Dental hygiene…
Free lunchtime lectures cover everything from volcanoes to animal acupuncture Clark College is inviting the public to come back to school for a series of free lunchtime seminars that explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Begun in 2015, the Clark College STEM Seminar Series launches its 2017 Winter season on Friday, January…
Clark College hosts an event for the college-minded on December 7 On Wednesday, December 7, specialists from Clark College’s Financial Aid Office will be on hand to answer questions from prospective students and parents about navigating the world of financial aid. Clark’s annual Financial Aid Information Night provides information about Clark’s admission…
Clark College is celebrating International Education Week, a program of the U.S. Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, with events on Thursday, November 17, and Friday, November 18. Highlights include: Thursday, November 17 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., PUB 161: International Employers Panel. Discover what it takes to operate in a global economy from representatives…
Clark College president to be recognized for his service to the community Clark College President Robert K. Knight has been named Clark County’s 2016 First Citizen, an award recognizing a Clark County resident who has modeled exemplary citizenship through their actions and service to the community. The award, which was announced in July, will…
Clark College hosts a celebration of indigenous cultures On Friday, Nov. 4, Clark College welcomes the community as it hosts “Educating for the Seventh Generation,” a celebration of indigenous cultures. The event will begin at 5 p.m. with free food and refreshments. The Native American Culture Club will provide an Opening Prayer and…
