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Tutoring Tip of the Week #4
As you enter week four you should be finding a rhythm to your schedule and class load. How are things feeling? Still trying to find that schedule that works? Is course content getting a bit more complicated or are assignments starting to build up? No stress! Tutoring Services is here for you! If you have not visited a center yet, find the gaps in your schedule to plug in a visit. Make tutoring a part of your regular daily/weekly schedule. Stop by, check in, grab a seat, and work on those assignments right there in a space where you can get help if you need it. Grab our helpful Quarter at a Glance to lay out all your due dates and events for the quarter.
Join the AI: Impacts & Uses Workshop. 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. Next sessions: Wednesday, April 29th – 9:00am-10:00am. Sign up for the AI: Impacts & Uses Workshop in advance or just show up!
New Zoom Booth Available for Students in PUB 160
Do you need a quiet place to listen or watch a class or meeting over Zoom? Student Life has Zoom Booths available Monday - Thursday between 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. in PUB 160. You bring your laptop, we provide a quite booth. We offer 2 individual booths and 1 ADA wheelchair accessible booth. To schedule a booth, either email Student Life or stop by our front desk, PUB 160.
Spring Native Plant Sale, May 14-16, at the Native Plant Center
The Clark College Native Plant Center is having our spring native plant sale this May! We have a variety of native flowering perennials that you can add to your garden to support pollinators and wildlife. Bring a little bit of wilderness to your yard with our ecologically friendly pacific northwest native plants. They are grown by students for education and restoration right here at Clark College.
- Thursday, May 14 from 12:00 to 6:00 PM
- Friday, May 15 from 12:00 to 6:00 PM
- Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Make Zines in the Library! April 30, May 21, and June 4, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM in LIB 101
Learn how to make a zine with your librarians! Zines are short, crafty, self-published books usually around 8 pages long. We'll provide all the craft supplies and prompts to help you make your zine. Already know how? Join us and work on your own zine project! No zine experience required.
A Marvelous Talk with Comic Book Writer Kelly Sue DeConnick, April 28, at 1:00 PM in PUB 161
Kelly Sue DeConnick is known for her work with major publishers such as Marvel Comics and DC Comics, along with many other well-known comic series. During her visit, she will share insights into how she became an author, what it has been like working in the comic book industry, and how she brings stories to life from pen to print.
Pizza will be provided for the first 40 attendees. Seating is limited and entry will be first come, first served. We hope to see you there.
Artist Talk: Miel-Margarita Paredes (Animator), April 30, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM in PUB 161
Miel-Margarita Paredes is a metalsmith, jewelry maker and stop-motion puppet skeleton builder. She is known for her work on Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio (2022), ParaNorman (2012) and The Boxtrolls (2014). She was born in Suva, Fiji, where her neighbors owned a pig named Houdini because of his frequent attempts to escape into the mangrove swamp. Memories of that large smelly animal and the delicious dinner he became have stayed with Miel through her adult life, while she studied metalsmithing at California College of Art and Craft in Oakland and the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Her metalwork incorporates the animal figure and traditional ornamental devices to interpret the ways in which we humans manipulate our environment to suit our needs; deconstructing and reconstructing both inanimate and animate objects. She lives with her husband, two children, two cats, six fish and is growing a wildflower garden outside her home studio window in Portland, Oregon.
The Swift: Volume 4 2026 Launch Party, May 13, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM in PUB 161
Guess what time it is?! It's party time! We are just about finished with the publication of volume four, and you are invited to celebrate with us!
Come get your copy and listen to some exclusive readings by the authors of the collection!
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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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.
Clark College Dental Hygiene Clinic
Affordable dental care. Services available: dental cleanings, deep cleanings, dental exams, x-rays, sealants, whitening, and fillings. Adults and children (ages 3-17) are selected for care based off of their treatment needs and the educational needs of the students. Schedule a free screening appointment.APB is Hiring!
The Activities Programming Board is looking for student leaders for the 2026-2027 school year! Priority Deadline is May 8. Opportunities Available: 5 positions.ASCC is Hiring!
The Activities Programming Board is looking for student leaders for the 2026-2027 school year! Priority Deadline is May 8. Opportunities Available: 5 positions.Penguin Pitch: Student Business Idea Competition, May 20, at 1:00 PM in Scarpelli Hall 216
The Activities Programming Board is looking for student leaders for the 2026-2027 school year! Priority Deadline is May 8. Opportunities Available: 5 positions.
APB Anaconda Movie Day, April 27, from 12:30 to 2:30 PM in Gaiser Student Center
Join us for a sweet DIY session! Grab a free donut and coffee from pacific perks! Then get creative with one of our two featured crafts as the Activities Programming Board will be hosting a Donut Worry Event. Student can choose between stuffing their cozy emoji pillow or designing a vision with inspirational grid to manifest goals. This is a perfect opportunity to grab a donut and relax. Please contact Camille at cvillanueva@clark.edu with questions.Mark Toland: The Mind Reader, April 29, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM in Gaiser Student Center
Join us for a sweet DIY session! Grab a free donut and coffee from pacific perks! Then get creative with one of our two featured crafts as the Activities Programming Board will be hosting a Donut Worry Event. Student can choose between stuffing their cozy emoji pillow or designing a vision with inspirational grid to manifest goals. This is a perfect opportunity to grab a donut and relax. Please contact Camille at cvillanueva@clark.edu with questions.Speech & Debate Team Annual Showcase, May 15, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM in PUB 161
Join us for a sweet DIY session! Grab a free donut and coffee from pacific perks! Then get creative with one of our two featured crafts as the Activities Programming Board will be hosting a Donut Worry Event.
Student can choose between stuffing their cozy emoji pillow or designing a vision with inspirational grid to manifest goals. This is a perfect opportunity to grab a donut and relax. Please contact Camille at cvillanueva@clark.edu with questions.
Spring Native Plant Sale, May 14-16 at the Native Plant Center
The Clark College Native Plant Center is having our spring native plant sale in May! We have a variety of native flowering perennials that you can add to your garden to support pollinators and wildlife. Bring a little bit of wilderness to your yard with our ecologically friendly pacific northwest native plants. They are grown by students for education and restoration here at Clark.
- Thursday, May 14 from 12:00 to 6:00 PM
- Friday, May 15 from 12:00 to 6:00 PM
- Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Make Zines in the Library! April 30, May 21, and June 4, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM in LIB 101
Learn how to make a zine with your librarians! Zines are short, crafty, self-published books usually around 8 pages long. We'll provide all the craft supplies and prompts to help you make your zine. Already know how? Join us and work on your own zine project! No zine experience required.
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.
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.
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
- Log into ctcLink
- Select "Student Homepage"
- Click on the "Personal Details" tile
- Select "Contact Details"
- Click on the plus "+" icon to add new contact information
- Be sure to set a "preferred" phone number and email address for the college to reach you at