For Immediate Release 
January 19, 2022  

For additional information (for the public): https://www.clark.edu/campus-life/arts-events/stateofthecollege/index.php     

For additional information (news media inquiries only):  
Hannah Erickson, Communications & Marketing 
E: herickson@clark.edu    

In-person event scheduled for Jan. 20, recorded video to follow  

  

VANCOUVER, Wash. – Dr. Karin Edwards, Clark College President, will deliver the 2022 State of the College Address to share the college’s vision, challenges, and accomplishments with the larger community. The event will be held from 11:00 a.m. to noon on Thursday, January 20, in Gaiser Student Center on Clark College’s main campus. 

Due to COVID-19, the in-person seating at the event is limited to invitation only to allow for social distancing. A recorded video of the event will be available online at https://www.clark.edu/campus-life/arts-events/stateofthecollege/index.php after January 27. 

Dr. Edwards will speak on how the college is working to keep students learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, the development of a new strategic plan, continuing budget challenges, and advancing racial equity in higher education. Associated Students of Clark College President Xander Hawkins will also share his experiences as a Clark College student. 

The video will be captioned and has picture-in-picture American Sign Language interpretation. If you need accommodation due to a disability in order to fully participate in this event, you should contact Clark College’s Disability Support Services Office at 360-992-2314 or 360-992-0901 VP as soon as possible. 
 

About Clark College 

Founded in 1933, Clark College provides residents of Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality academic and technical education. It is a public community college offering more than 100 degree and certificate programs, including bachelor’s and associate degrees; professional certificates; high school diplomas and GED preparation; and non-credit community and continuing education. Clark serves a wide range of students including high school students, displaced workers, veterans, parents, non-native English speakers, and mature learners. Approximately three-quarters of its students are in the first generation of their families to attend college.   

 

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