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April 20, 2026
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Tutoring Tip of the Week #3

Did you know that tutoring is free? Did you know that tutors assist not only with college academics but also with logistics? That is right, you can get help with time management, organization, navigating technology, and more! Visit a Tutoring Center this week and get the feel for our friendly welcoming spaces. It’s a great place to get your homework done without having to take it home! 

Tutoring is a great place to get yourself geared up for the quarter, organize your materials and schedule, have a great study area filled with computers, resources, and support! Tutoring staff are happy to help not only with subject area content, but also the technology, organization, and study tips needed for a great college experience! Tutoring Services locations are: 

• Language & Writing Center, Hawkins Hall, room 102
• Speech & Presentation Lab, Hawkins Hall, room 101
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Center, Bauer Hall, room 102
• Accounting, Business, & Technology Center, Applied Arts 4, room 106 (closed Fridays) 

All (most) locations are open Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM, and Fridays from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Pro-tip! You can meet with our tutors via the Tutoring Center Zoom if you are an online or hybrid student that is not on campus! 

Speech & Debate Team Annual Showcase, May 15, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM in PUB 161

Join us in our annual showcase to celebrate the efforts and success of the Speech & Debate Team. This is a great opportunity to see a variety of events we compete in, including speech events, limited preparation events, and debate. If you're interested in joining the team or just love watching great live performances, it will be a joyous event that highlights Clark students' hard work.

Drag Bingo, April 23, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM in Gaiser Student Center

Bring friends and family and ready for an afternoon of pure fabulousness! Join APB for a drag queen-hosted bingo night. Expect jaw-dropping performances, free food, and prizes! There will be vegan and gluten free options. Questions? Contact Sophia at shao@clark.edu

Mark Toland: The Mind Reader, April 29, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM in Gaiser Student Center

Prepare to be amazed as mind reader Mark Toland takes the stage! Experience an evening of incredible mentalism and enjoy free hotdogs during the show.

Questions? Email Reese at rmurphy@clark.edu.

Complete the 2026 Clark College Campus Climate Survey by April 24!

The 2026 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion-centered Clark College Campus Climate Survey is open, and we want to hear your experiences as a valued member of the Clark community! This survey assesses our current “college climate:” the atmosphere, interactions, and support you have experienced during your time at Clark.

This survey is anonymous and open to all students, faculty, and staff. It is important for all members of the Clark College community to participate in the Campus Climate Survey to help ensure that our campus has an inclusive, engaging, and supportive environment, and to inform future policies and practices at Clark College. 

Please complete the Clark College Campus Climate Survey by April 24 to share your perspective. 

Upcoming Career Connect Events, May 7 and May 14, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM in Cannell Library Commons

Spring Term Career Connect Events are coming up soon! Join local employers, industry professionals, and Clark staff/faculty in the Cannell Library to learn about jobs, internships, and career pathways! All are welcome, and free refreshments will be provided while they last! For questions or to prepare for this event, connect with Career Services.

May 7: Business & Entrepreneurship Focus
May 14: Creative Arts & Communication Focus

Youth Sale Event at the Bookstore, April 20 through April 24 at the Clark Bookstore in Gaiser Hall

20% off Youth sizes! Bring your kids to the bookstore to try our new youth crewnecks and tees. Adult sizes available too!

Have an upcoming Clark event, student resource, club activity, or other important update/information to share with the Clark College Community?

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Events

April 21
Foster Hall 100L - Lobby
APB Clay Creations Contest
Get creative for our craft competition in Hanna Hall, April 21st. Every hour from 11AM-2PM, submit your clay creation to be judged for a $5, $10, or $20 Bookstore gift card prize! Free, colorful clay and one free cafe drink will be provided for all during the event. Questions email Nia at nmatthews@clark.edu 
Learn more about APB Clay Creations Contest
April 22
Penguin Union Building 258A - ASCC Conference Room
Phi Theta Kappa, Honor Society Meeting
When: Wednesday, 11:30 - 12:30 a.m. Where: Penguin Union Building, Room 258-A (above Student Life) Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is an international honor society recognizing academic excellence, building leadership skills, and unlocking scholarships. Mark your calendar and make Wednesdays a step toward your future. Learn more on the Clark College webpage and PTK International. Join PTK at Clark College! Your chance to grow, lead, and succeed. See you there! #PTKProud #JoinPTK #IamPTK
Learn more about Phi Theta Kappa, Honor Society Meeting
April 23
Gaiser Hall 150 - Student Center
APB Drag Bingo
Bingo just got FABULOUS!!! Join APB for some sass, laughs, and prizes, at our Drag Bingo event on April 23rd, from 4pm-6pm, at Gaiser Student Center! Bring friends and family and enjoy free sandwiches, while fabulous queens call the numbers and put on a stunning show! Be sure to stay for the meet and greet afterwards!  Questions? Contact Sophia at shao@clark.edu
Learn more about APB Drag Bingo
April 24
Gaiser Hall 150 - Student Center
Student Leadership Conference
A one day experience that brings current and potential student leaders together to connect with peers, build leadership skills, and learn about next year’s leadership opportunities. Pre-signup is required Student Leadership Conference – Fill out form. Questions email Student Life at studentlife@clark.edu.
Learn more about Student Leadership Conference
April 27
Gaiser Hall 150 - Student Center
APB Movie Day: Anaconda
Join us and watch the movie they are trying to remake! Get your free pizza and drinks as the Activities Programming Board will be hosting an “Anaconda” Movie Day on Monday, April 27th in Gaiser Student Center from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM. This is a perfect opportunity to grab a pizza slice and laugh at the chaos with your friends. It’s the ultimate midday break to fuel up and enjoy a wild ride! Questions? Please contact Camille at cvillanueva@clark.edu
Learn more about APB Movie Day: Anaconda
April 29
Hawkins Hall 101 - Speech & Presentation Lab
AI: Impacts & Uses - Spring 2026 Student Success Workshop
AI: Impacts & Uses: Analyze your usage and understanding of AI to ensure you are getting the most out of the technology while ensuring it is being used ethically and responsibly.  Learn the positives and pitfalls of this technology to ensure you are getting positive benefit without jeopardizing your learning and educational goals. SIGN UP HERE!
Learn more about AI: Impacts & Uses - Spring 2026 Student Success Workshop
April 29
Gaiser Hall 150 - Student Center
APB Mentalist: Mark Toland
Prepare to be amazed and have your mind blown as mind reader Mark Toland takes the stage on Wednesday, April 29 at 12:00pm in Gaiser Student Center! Experience an afternoon of incredible mentalism and enjoy free hotdogs during the show. Questions? Email Reese at rmurphy@clark.edu.
Learn more about APB Mentalist: Mark Toland

Event Fliers and Posters

If you need accomodations due to a disability to fully participate in these events, please contact Clark College's Disability Access Center (DAC) at 360-992-2314 or 360-991-0901 VP. You can also visit the DAC Office in the Penguin Union Building, Room 002, at your earliest convenience.

Student Life

Club Activities and Events

Looking to Join or Start a Student Club?

Here are some of the clubs: A.C.E.S. (Alliance of Counseling Education Students), Black Student Union, Campus Moms Connect, Cru, Dungeon and Dragons, Land Surveying, Latine Student Union, Neurodiversity and Policy, Pacific Islander Student Union, Philosophy, Queer Agenda, S.N.A.C.C. (Student Nursing Association of Clark College), and Speech and Debate Team. Check out the club website for meeting times and locations. Questions email Student Life.

Old School: Recess Isn’t Over – Spring Quarter Kickoff, April 23, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM in PUB 257

Are you navigating college a little later in life? Sitting in class with your friend’s kids? Wondering if technology is actually your friend? You’re not alone—and we’d love to connect with you!

Join us for a welcoming, supportive gathering for students returning to college after a gap in their education. Whether you’re coming back after a few years or a few decades, this event is all about building community, sharing experiences, and finding your groove on campus.

We especially want to hear your ideas, expectations, and what support would help you thrive at Clark. This is your space to help shape what this group becomes. We’ll also talk about leadership opportunities and officer roles for those who may want to help guide and grow the club.

Come share your voice, connect with others on a similar path, and help build something meaningful together. See you there!

Athletics

Discounted Fitness Center Passes

Currently enrolled students pay $10.00 / quarter to work out in the Clark College Fitness Center. Students take their photo ID to the Cashiers Office in Gaiser Hall to pay. Then, go to the Fitness Center in O'Connell Sports Complex (OSC). While supplies last.

Students who are currently enrolled in Physical Education, HPE 266 or HPE 258 (Fitness Wellness) can use the fitness center free for that quarter. Fitness Center hours and information.

Reminders

RAVE Guardian – Campus Safety App

Text the word "Guardian" to 67283 to download.

Highlights: Stay Informed: Receive emergency alerts, Discreetly Contact Campus Security and Safety: Prevent dangerous situations by discreetly sending anonymous tips with a photo or location as needed. Never Travel Alone: Set a virtual safety timer for an extra layer of safety wherever you are. Find The Resources You Need: Access key safety and security resources. Help Is on The Way: With a push of a button, you can directly connect to the college's Security and Safety desk or 9-1-1 in an emergency. Text the word "Guardian" to 67283 to download or go to the Android Play Store or Apple App Store.

Free C-Tran Bus Passes with a Free Student ID

Get a Free C-Tran Bus Pass and a Free Clark College Student ID through the Bookstore. Simply bring a valid photo ID.

Commencement Ceremony Sign-up/Cap & Gown Order

Graduates - This year's Commencement Ceremony will be held Thursday, June 18, 2026. If you plan to participate please be sure to sign-up for the ceremony and order your cap and gown by April 10, 2026.

Campus Safety Reminder

Graduates - This year's Commencement Ceremony will be held Thursday, June 18, 2026. If you plan to participate please be sure to sign-up for the ceremony and order your cap and gown by April 10, 2026.

Reminder: Animals on Campus

Your safety matters. Clark is a public campus, and you may encounter visitors who are not affiliated with the college. Please keep the following in mind:

  • Trust your instincts. You are not required to engage in conversations, surveys, photography, or other requests that make you uncomfortable.
  • Contact Campus Security at 360-992-2133 if you experience or see concerning behavior. Save this number in your phone. Escorts are available upon request.
  • Download the RAVE Guardian app to quickly connect with Security, share your location, or use a virtual safety timer.
  • In an emergency or immediate threat, call 911.

Reporting concerns helps Security respond quickly and maintain a safe campus environment. Thank you for staying aware and looking out for one another. 

Other Important Information

Protect Yourself from Phishing Scams!

Always verify the legitimacy of requests for personal information, even if they seem to come from Clark College. If you receive an email, text, or call asking for sensitive details:

  • Pause before responding.
  • Contact the Clark College Helpdesk at (360) 992-2425 or helpdesk@clark.edu to confirm the request.

Scammers may pose as Clark College or state employees to steal your personal information. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from fraud. Stay safe—think before you share!

Need to Use a Microwave?

Students need to eat. Sometimes you need a microwave. Here are some locations of microwaves throughout the main campus: Basic Needs Hub (GHL 216), Frost Arts Center, Clark Bookstore, Hanna Hall Study Lounge, Culinary, Student Life, JSH near Clark Café, BHL near vending machines, SHL lower level near vending machines, NERD Cave (SBG 102). Please be mindful that other students use this machine, too. Please clean up after you make a mess. Be a resourceful and responsible student.

Food on Campus- Joan Stout Hall Clark Cafe & Hanna Hall Coffee Lounge

Joan Stout Hall Clark Café
Hours: Monday through Thursday from 7:30 AM until 3:30 PM; Friday from 7:30 AM until 1:00 PM
Menu: Serving breakfast burritos, muffins, bagels, biscuits and gravy, breakfast sandwiches, bento, pizza, burritos, tacos, nachos, salads, baked potatoes, wraps, and a full espresso menu.
Catering on campus available.

Hanna Hall Coffee Lounge
Hours: Monday through Thursday from 7:40 AM until 2:00 PM; Friday from 7:40 AM until 12:00 PM
Menu: Serving coffee, espresso drinks, tea, hot chocolate, frappes, smoothies, italian soda, energy drinks, oatmeal, bagels, donuts, muffins, scones, and danishes.

All campus food options can be found here.  

Printer Locations & Student Print Account

Did you know that if you need to print anything, each student has a printing account linked to their Clark Labs account? 1500 credits each term. Learn more about Student Print Accounts. Have questions or need help, contact IT services. All open computer labs feature printers available for student use:

  • SHL 135: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM. until 5:00 PM; Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM
  • Library: Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM until 7:00 PM; Friday from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM
  • SBG 252: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM; Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM
  • AA4-116 - MAC Lab: Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM; Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM

Check Your Contact Information is Up to Date

  1. Log into ctcLink
  2. Select "Student Homepage"
  3. Click on the "Personal Details" tile
  4. Select "Contact Details"
  5. Click on the plus "+" icon to add new contact information
  6. Be sure to set a "preferred" phone number and email address for the college to reach you at

Get Involved

Looking to Get Involved or Volunteer at Student Events?

Student Life is searching for students who want to get involved, help out at student events or be in the school mascot. Fill out this volunteer form and we will get you connected. Questions? Email Student Life.

Apply Now for 2026-2027 ASCC Student Government & APB Student Leadership Jobs- $17.40/hour

The ASCC Student Government and the Activities Programming Board are looking for student leaders for the 2026-2027 school year! Priority Deadline is May 8. Opportunities Available: ASCC Student Government – 7 positions. Activities Programming Board (APB) Events Coordinator – 5 positions

Qualifications at time of application:
• Be enrolled in six (6) credits or more at Clark College.
• Possess and maintain a 2.50 cumulative grade point average at Clark College: and
• Have completed a minimum of twelve (12) college level credits at Clark College at time of application.
Compensation – Institutional Hire (not work-study eligible):
• Positions are paid $17.40 per hour
• Must be able to work 15 hours per week during regular business hours. Regular business hours are Monday-Thursday 9:00 am-4:00 pm.

Review job descriptions and submit the application online. Questions? Email Student Life.

Do You Want to be a Clark College Student Ambassador?

Now accepting applications for the 2026–27 academic year!

Step into a paid leadership role earning $17.40/hour while you connect with students, build valuable skills, and represent Clark College in a meaningful way.

As a Student Ambassador, you’ll lead campus tours, support events, assist visitors, and serve as a welcoming, knowledgeable voice for the college. If you enjoy working with people and want to share your Clark experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more about the Student Ambassador team and apply online. Priority deadline is May 15, 2026.

Contribute to the Clark College Community!

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Employment and Career Information

Check Out the Penguin Jobs Board

Are you looking for an off-campus job or internship? Check out Penguin Jobs! This online hub is designed to connect Clark students with local opportunities. It is free to use for Clark students, alumni, and community members, and only takes a few minutes to sign up! For questions about Penguin Jobs or job/internship search strategies, contact Career Services or visit the Career Services webpage.

Career & Personality Assessment Opportunities

Learn more about your unique personality type preferences and discover career possibilities. The Strong Interest Inventory career assessment, and the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator are assessments available to currently enrolled students. They include a detailed report that helps to identify interest areas, career pathways, and personality style strengths & preferences. These assessments are tools to help individuals learn about career options, understand themselves better and relationships with others. Sign-up to complete the assessment(s) and pick an interpretation session date. During the session, you'll receive your report(s) and learn strategies to support with your career or personal development.

To learn more, visit the Career Assessments webpage. Questions? Email Career Services at careerservices@clark.edu or call (360) 992-2902.

Are you in need of Work Study?

Do you know what Work Study is? Are you looking to receive a job on campus? Do you have a Work Study award? Well you may be eligible to earn that award, like a paycheck, through an on campus job. Are you struggling to find information? Please do not hesitate to contact WSjobs@clark.edu to ask questions on your journey to finding a potential Work Study position. Or visit the financial aid office (GHL 101) to speak to the Financial aid team!

Free Workshops at WorkSource

Did you know that your local WorkSource offers a variety of free workshops (virtual and in person) to support jobseekers and career changers? Some example workshops offered are: Creating the Right Resume, Coping with Stress During the Job Search, Resolving Conflict at Work, How to Get Past the Applicant Tracking System, and more! Registration is required for virtual workshops.

Visit WorkSource WA for the full workshop schedule, access their online job board, and learn about other events and resources offered. For support with your resume, job search, or career advising, contact Career Services or visit the Career Services webpage.

Student Resources

Disability Access Center Accommodations

Are you a student who is new to Clark and has a disability? Clark's Disability Access Center (formerly Disability Support Services) supports students with a range of disabilities and health conditions, from depression to ADD/ADHD to Crohn's disease and more. We approve students for things such as: added time on exams, recording of lectures, shared peer notes from lectures, and alternate book formats such as audiobooks. Check out our easy Steps to Requesting Accommodations to get started. We ask for documentation on your disability/health condition and are more flexible this year on what we accept. Contact us for questions or our Documentation Guidelines. Email us at dac@clark.edu or call us at 360-992-2314.

You May be Eligible for Support through Workforce Education Services

Are you a student who is new to Clark and has a disability? Clark's Disability Access Center (formerly Disability Support Services) supports students with a range of disabilities and health conditions, from depression to ADD/ADHD to Crohn's disease and more. We approve students for things such as: added time on exams, recording of lectures, shared peer notes from lectures, and alternate book formats such as audiobooks. 

Check out our easy Steps to Requesting Accommodations to get started. We ask for documentation on your disability/health condition and are more flexible this year on what we accept. Contact us for questions or our Documentation Guidelines. Email us at dac@clark.edu or call us at 360-992-2314.

Rights and Resources Webpage

Clark College's Rights and Resources webpage has been created to help connect our students, employees, and community members with resources and organizations available for support. The college will monitor federal changes that impact our students, employees, and communities. We will continue to share resources and updates as we receive them through this webpage. Clark College affirms our sustained commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment where all students can pursue their education. We are so glad you are a part of the Clark College community. You belong here.

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