Students enrolled as a Junior or Senior in their high school may enroll at Clark College, through the Running Start program. Take college classes for credit towards your high school diploma and get college credits. Some students can earn an associate degree while also graduating from their local high school. Meet with an advisor to discuss how to maximize your time at Clark to meet High School requirements and College prerequisites, or discuss degree options at Clark.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries 

Running Start - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Running Start - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Running Start - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Running Start - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Clark College’s Health Care and BioScience programs prepare you for a range of settings, including home care, hospitals, medical offices, pharmacies, dental offices, and more. Common fields of interest for pre-health students include medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, physician assistant, optometry, nursing, podiatry, pharmacy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, athletic training, and others.

More information on programs

Areas of Study

Last Names A-F: Lindsey Earl

Last Names G-O: Jessica Hash

Last Names P-Z: Marcy Gilchrist

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries 

Healthcare and Bioscience - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Healthcare and Bioscience - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Healthcare and Bioscience - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Healthcare and Bioscience - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Clark College Faculty Advisors will assist students interested in fields in engineering, including mechanical, civil, electrical, computer and biochemical. Computer Science students can schedule with faculty advisors as well.

More information on programs

Areas of Study

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with your faculty advisor.

Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Aeronautical, Environmental, Industrial, BioMedical) -

Tina Barsotti: cbarsotti@clark.edu  

Carol Hsu: chsu@clark.edu

Engineering (Electrical, Renewable Energy, BioEngineering, Chemical, Computer Science) -

Izad Khormaee: ikhormaee@clark.edu 

Nick Macias: nmacias@clark.edu

Engineering and Computer Science Online Google Calendar

Our Advanced Manufacturing area of study takes you out of the classroom and into shop environments that simulate real-world work settings. Meet with an advisor to discuss programs like Automotive, Welding, Diesel and Mechatronics.

More information on programs

Areas of Study

Last Names A-Z: Wendé Fisher

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning 

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries 

Advanced Manufacturing - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Advanced Manufacturing - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Advanced Manufacturing - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Advanced Manufacturing - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Choose between programs focused on business, culinary arts, or office settings. You can also continue past your associate degree by earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Management. Meet with an advisor to discuss programs like: Marketing, Accounting, Small Business Management, Cuisine and Baking.

More information on programs

Areas of Study

Last Names A-K: April Cannon

Last Names L-Z: Wendé Fisher

All Culinary and Baking Students: Wendé Fisher

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries 

Business - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Business - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Business - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Business - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Whether your creative interests involve designing, communicating, performing, or producing, you’ll find a home in our Creative and Communication Arts area of study. We offer various programs to explore your creativity and express your artistic voice and vision.

More information on programs

Areas of Study

Last Names A-K: April Cannon

Last Names L-Z: Joe Jenkins

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries 

Creative and Communication Arts - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Creative and Communication Arts - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Creative and Communication Arts - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Creative and Communication Arts - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Do you feel called to serve those around you? Do you want to make an impact on the world? At Clark College, you can explore human behavior, culture, and social issues while preparing yourself for a career in education or public service. This area of study is for students who are committed to changing lives and making a difference in the world.

Early Childhood Education, Addiction Counseling and Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education:
Please refer to Program Advising Contacts on our website.

Last Names beginning with:
A-F:  Lindsey Earl
G-O:  Jessica Hash
P-Z:  Marcy Gilchrist

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries

Public Service and Education - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Public Service and Education - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Public Service and Education - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Public Service and Education - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Are you a curious, analytical problem-solver who likes to explore how things work? You’d be at home in the Science and Technology area of study, where students gain hands-on, real-world experience—doing everything from studying microbes to designing rockets to trouble-shooting computer networks. This includes Networking Technologies, Computer Support, and Science (non-healthcare related) Transfer majors.

• If you are interested in medical related programs at the university, please schedule with our Health Care and BioSciences team.
• If you are interested in engineering or computer science, please refer to the faculty advising information below under Engineering & Computer Science.

Areas of Study

Last Names A-K: April Cannon

Last Names L-Z: Joe Jenkins

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries 

Science and Technology - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Science and Technology - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Science and Technology - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Science and Technology - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Clark College offers programs to specifically support students who intend to transfer to a university after Clark and complete their bachelor degree. Students interested in earning an Associate of Arts degree (AA-DTA) or any of our transfer degrees should meet with an advisor to understand requirements, course scheduling and how to transfer to a university.

NOTE: Please make sure you have english & math placement completed before scheduling with an academic advisor.

Interested in healthcare-related majors? Check out the Healthcare & Biosciences calendars!

Interested in computer science or engineering? Check out the information on the side bar for how to connect to your faculty advisors!

25 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: Course Selection, Schedule Planning, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as: New Students, Long term degree planning, Discussing Academic Difficulties, Financial Aid Appeals, 3rd Party Agency Inquiries

Transfer Programs - 25 minute - on campus appointment

Transfer Programs - 25 minute - virtual appointment

Transfer Programs - 45 minute - on campus appointment

Transfer Programs - 45 minute - virtual appointment

Exploratory advising is a great option for students who need support with:

• Deciding on a major/program to pursue at Clark
• Mapping out the AA-DTA but not sure of their long-term plan or focus area
• Exploring alternate program pathways or career pathways

25 minute advising sessions are designed as follow-ups for previous Career Advising or Exploratory Advising meetings. Cover topics such as: Next Term Course Selection, Questions about Program of Study, College Resources, Academic Support, or Transfer planning.

45 minute advising sessions cover topics such as exploring educational pathways at Clark, short-term and long-term goals, designing degree plans, and connecting career goals with academic options.

1 hour group advising sessions are designed for: learning Academic and Transfer pathways alongside peers, sharing insights on academic exploration and arallel programs, and discussing various majors and career options.

Last Names A-K: Diane DeVore

Last Names L-Z: Nicola Lippetti

Exploratory Advising - on campus appointment

Exploratory Advising - virtual appointment

Exploratory Group Advising - on campus appointment

Exploratory Group Advising - virtual appointment