News Releases 2010
Rebuilding Hope
Through learning and service, Clark College will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
with a full day of events on Wednesday, Jan. 19.
December 28, 2010
Looking for The Next Step in Your Education? Get a Running Start at Clark College.
High school sophomores and juniors and their parents have two opportunities to attend
a “Running Start Information Night” in January.
December 27, 2010
Clark College Presents “Mental Health Mondays”
The warning signs for alcohol and drug abuse will be the focus of the first winter
quarter lecture in the heralded discussion series.
December 8, 2010
Clark College Honors November Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Cameron Falkner and Briel Thoune are honored for their leadership
on Clark’s cross country teams during a championship season.
December 2, 2010
Clark College Honors October Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Angela Gardner and Carlos Mendoza are honored for their leadership
on Clark’s soccer teams.
November 18, 2010
“Educating for the Seventh Generation”
On Friday, Dec. 3, Clark College will host a community-wide celebration of indigenous
cultures.
November 10, 2010
How far can a gummi bear jump?
From chopper challenges to mystery architecture, the focus will be on learning and
fun as Clark College hosts the regional 2010 Elementary Science Olympiad on Saturday,
Nov. 13.
November 3, 2010
“Voices of the World” Unite at Clark College
From Nov. 15-19, Clark College will welcome the community as it hosts a rich array
of events in honor of International Education Week.
October 22, 2010
Combating Cybercrime, Cyberterrorism, and the Internet Underground
On Friday, Nov. 5, Clark College will welcome cybertechnology expert Dr. Rocky Termanini.
October 21, 2010
A moody masterpiece. A memorable performance.
Musician Gideon Freudmann will accompany the German Expressionist film “The Cabinet
of Dr. Caligari” at a special presentation at Clark College on Wed. Oct. 27.
October 20, 2010
Volcanoes and Earthquakes and Tsunamis, Oh, My…
A Nov. 4 presentation by geology professor Dr. Charlene Montierth
will launch Clark College’s popular Faculty Speaker Series for the 2010-2011 academic
year.
October 14, 2010
Clark College Honors September Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Holly Meler and Ben Miramontes are honored for their leadership on
Clark’s athletic teams.
October 11, 2010
Their Professional Expertise Elevates Clark's Programs and Students
The focus is on excellence as Clark College honors the hundreds of regional professionals
who serve on the advisory committees for the college’s career and technical programs.
September 27, 2010
Clark College Music Professor Wins a Fifth National Award
With new works scheduled to be published and performed this fall, Clark College music
professor Donald Appert has been honored with his fifth national ASCAPLUS Award, presented
by the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP).
September 24, 2010
Smile and Say "Fortyyyyyyyy"
Clark College’s Dental Hygiene program celebrates its 40th anniversary by hosting
an alumni reunion on Sat. Oct. 2 -- a full day of education and celebration.
September 23, 2010
Clark College Presents “Mental Health Mondays”
Turning learning challenges into strengths will be the focus of the first fall lecture
in the heralded discussion series.
September 21, 2010
Services + Support = Student Success
Clark College welcomes William Belden as Vice President of Student Affairs.
September 17, 2010
Fall Focus: Clark College Opens Its 2010-2011 Academic Year
The new academic year begins with strong enrollment and individual and institutional
accomplishments.
September 16, 2010
Clark Safety Efforts Earn Federal Support
Clark College has received a grant of nearly $750,000 in support of the college’s
emergency management efforts.
September 10, 2010
A Giant Step for Clark's Youngest Learners
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Monday, Sept. 13 for Phase I of the new
Clark College Early Learning Center.
July 12, 2010
Learning through History: Today’s Students. Tomorrow’s Leaders.
On Wednesday, July 14, Clark College will present a “Legacy of Leadership” workshop
as part of the region’s new Center for Leadership Excellence.
July 7, 2010
"Best Practices" Earn a National Award for Clark College Foundation
Judged against more than 1,000 institutions of higher education, the Foundation represents
one of only two community colleges to be honored.
June 17, 2010
Clark College: Commencement 2010
Personal stories and achievements were celebrated during the 2010 Clark College Commencement
Ceremony at the Sleep Country Amphitheater on Thursday, June 17.
June 16, 2010
Clark College Honors May Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Lacey Franklin and Justin Hansen are honored for their leadership
on Clark’s athletic teams.
June 13, 2010
Clark College and Concordia University Take The Next Step in Fitness Training, Exercise
and Sport Science
On Monday, June 14, Clark and Concordia will sign an agreement allowing students in
Clark’s fitness trainer program to transfer seamlessly to Concordia’s Exercise and
Sports program.
May 27, 2010
Worldwide service is the hallmark of this “Outstanding” Clark alum
Rico Selga of Vancouver is the recipient of the 2010 Clark College Outstanding Alumni
Award, which will be presented on Wednesday, June 2.
May 24, 2010
Statewide Honors for Clark Student Journalists
Student journalists for The Independent, Clark College’s student newspaper, earn 11 awards in the 2010 Washington Community
College Journalism Awards.
May 21, 2010
A “Most Distinguished” Chapter
The Clark College chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society for two-year colleges,
earns international honors; the chapter will honor and induct members on May 24.
May 20, 2010
Making a Difference Through Education and Service
Clark College, nationally-recognized for its service-learning program, will welcome
Vancouver Mayor Tim Leavitt as it honors 30 student volunteers during a recognition
ceremony on May 26.
May 19, 2010
Award-winning Coach to Lead Clark Women's Soccer
Stan Rodrigues brings professional and educational experience as a coach and player.
May 17, 2010
Clark College Honors April Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Tyler Lane and Lindsay Sasse are honored for their leadership on
Clark’s athletic teams.
May 11, 2010
Clark College: Commencement 2010
Award-winning author, journalist and attorney Heidi W. Durrow will be the keynote
speaker at the college’s commencement ceremony on Thursday, June 17.
May 11, 2010
Clark College Students Honor Native American Indian Youth and Elders
The American Indian Students Council of Clark College will host a mini powwow on
Friday, May 21 from 6-10 p.m.
May 7, 2010
Nursing and Ethics: A Legacy from Florence Nightingale
The Clark College Nursing Department will host the second annual Hilma Speights Distinguished
Lecture and Nursing Celebration on Wednesday, May 12.
May 6, 2010
A Statewide Award Honors Service and Leadership in Support of Students with Disabilities
Clark College Disability Support Services Director Tami Jacobs has received the Ben
Webinger Meritorious Service Award from the Washington Association on Postsecondary
Education and Disability (WAPED).
May 4, 2010
P Is for Penelope
Penelope Scambly Schott, winner of the 2008 Oregon Book Award for poetry for “A Is
for Anne: Mistress Hutchinson Disturbs the Commonwealth”, will visit Clark College
on Tuesday, May 11 as guest lecturer in the 2009-2010 Columbia Writers Series.
April 30, 2010
Regional Leadership. Statewide Honors.
Addison Jacobs, chair of the Clark College Board of Trustees, will receive the Trustees
Association of Community and Technical Colleges (TACTC) Award for Leadership at the
TACTC spring conference in May.
April 29, 2010
Clark College Presents "Mental Health Mondays"
The acclaimed discussion series will conclude its 2009-2010 series with presentations
on coping with anxiety, sexuality and communication, and schizophrenia.
April 27, 2010
Clark College Honors Newly Tenured Faculty
Eleven faculty members, who have been granted tenure by the Clark College Board of
Trustees, were honored at a reception on April 27.
April 20, 2010
Career Days at Clark College:The Next Step for Job Search and Career Advice
A multi-day event for students and the job seeking community will be held at the college
from May 4-6.
April 16, 2010
Día del Niño, Día del Libro and Peña Folklórica Come to Clark College
Clark College celebrates Latino culture with three vibrant events for the college
and community.
April 9, 2010
The Future is Green at Clark College
As it seeks a Tree Campus USA designation, Clark College hosts a 2010 Arbor Day event
with the planting of an evergreen magnolia tree near the college’s music building.
April 9, 2010
Clark College Honors March's Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Josh Smith and Sam Watkins are honored for their leadership on Clark’s
athletic teams.
April 8, 2010
Two Historic Gifts. One Memorable Event.
On Thursday, April 22, Clark College will celebrate international friendship by hosting
the fifth annual Sakura Festival – celebrating one historic gift and looking forward
to another.
April 6, 2010
Two Inspiring Women Represent Clark for Statewide Honor
Students Carolyn Cox and Katsiaryna (Katya) Kavaleuskaya represent Clark College on
the 2010 All-Washington Academic Team and exemplify a spirit of service to others.
April 6, 2010
From Mourning to Memoir: One Writer’s Journey into Her Story
English professor and writer Gail Robinson will be the presenter as Clark College’s
Faculty Speaker Series continues on Tuesday, April 20.
April 5, 2010
Glorious music. International friendship.
The University of the Philippines Concert Chorus will perform at Clark College on
Friday, April 9 from noon to 1 p.m.
March 31, 2010
Clark College Helps Students Dress for Success
From April 12-27, Clark College will accept clothing donations to help Clark students
as they take the next step from education to the workplace.
March 18, 2010
Clark College Honors February’s Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Markeith Brown and Chawncy McClenan are honored for their leadership
on Clark’s athletic teams.
March 12, 2010
Thinking Green about Food
Clark College’s Cooking and Wine School will host a sustainability and locavore resource
fair on Saturday, March 27 at Clark College at Columbia Tech Center.
February 26, 2010
Backpack to the Future
On Monday, March 8, Clark College engineering students will use their expertise to
create storage devices for students in wheelchairs.
February 25, 2010
For this education professional, the next step is Clark College
Dr. Darcy L. Rourk is Clark’s new associate vice president of human resources.
February 23, 2010
Clark College Honors January’s Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Ryan Anderson and Leanne Lamping are honored for their leadership
on Clark’s athletic teams.
February 5, 2010
Transitioning at College: How to Be An Ally for Transgendered Individuals
Reid Vanderburgh, M.A., LMFT, will speak at the college at noon on Monday, Feb. 22.
February 2, 2010
Testing the Skills of the Next Generation of Welders
On Saturday, Feb. 20, Clark College will welcome students from seven regional high
schools as it hosts the 2010 Regional High School VICA/Skills USA Welding Competition.
February 1, 2010
Driving the Future: Testing the Next Generation of Auto Technicians
On Friday, Feb. 5, Clark College will welcome students from 12 regional high schools
at Future Tech 2010.
January 22, 2010
Writing Women into History: The 2010 Women of Achievement Celebration
Clark College and YWCA Clark County announce the 2010 Women of Achievement and Young
Women of Achievement honorees.
January 21, 2010
Clark College Welcomes a Literary Detective for the Ages
Author and professor Paul Collins will visit Clark on Wednesday, Feb. 10 as guest
lecturer in the 2009-2010 Columbia Writers Series.
January 15, 2010
College Goal Sunday 2010: It's Your Chance to Score Free Help Applying for Financial
Aid
Clark College will host College Goal Sunday 2010 on Sunday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m.
January 15, 2010
It's "Seuss-a-Palozza" Time at Clark College!
The gift of a book can foster the love of reading for kindergarteners at Vancouver’s
Fruit Valley Elementary School.
January 13, 2010
Clark College Honors December's Student Athletes of the Month
Student athletes Travis Garrison and Renee Tzeo are honored for their leadership on
Clark’s athletic teams.
January 12, 2010
Anxiety, Stress and Dinosaurs
Clark College continues its Mental Health Mondays discussion series by expanding its
focus on the impact of anxiety and stress.
January 7, 2010
Rising to the moment in challenging times: Clark’s 2010 State of the College Address
Clark College President Robert K. Knight will deliver the 2010 State of the College
address on Thursday, Jan. 14.
January 6, 2010
This Phoenix Is Still Rising
SThe 2009 edition of Phoenix, the student art and literary magazine of Clark College, has taken top honors in
the national competition of the American Scholastic Press Association.
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