Clark College Penguin Digest Archive

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.

Free Student Leadership Conference, April 24th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Main Campus

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. Student Leadership Conference Pre-signup is required. For questions email Student Life.

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.

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.

Apply Now for Scholarships!

Scholarships are available for students in any major who have a minimum 2.5 GPA and complete the application by April 16, 2026. Visit the Clark College Foundation website to apply and find more information about additional scholarship opportunities.

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

Reminder: Animals on Campus

Clark College does not allow animals in campus buildings unless they are service animals, (Policy 510.058 Animals on Campus). What counts as a service animal? Under the ADA and Washington State law a service animal is a dog that is individually trained to perform a specific task related to a disability. Check out this website for more information: ADA Requirements: Service Animals.

Pennies are Going Away!

You may have heard the news: the U.S. Treasury has officially stopped producing pennies. In response, Washington State recently passed a law (HB 2334) allowing businesses to round cash transactions to the nearest nickel. What this means for you: Beginning April 1st, Clark College will implement nickel-rounding for all cash transactions. This includes the Bookstore, McClaskey Culinary Institute, and the Cashier’s Office. Paying with Cash? Your total will be rounded up or down to the nearest $0.05. Paying with Card? Credit, debit, and gift card transactions will still be charged the exact amount—no rounding applied.Rounding Guide for Cash Transactions:$1.01 or $1.02 → Rounds down to $1.00$1.03 or $1.04 → Rounds up to $1.05$1.06 or $1.07 → Rounds down to $1.05$1.08 or $1.09 → Rounds up to $1.10

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You may have heard the news: the U.S. Treasury has officially stopped producing pennies. In response, Washington State recently passed a law (HB 2334) allowing businesses to round cash transactions to the nearest nickel.

What this means for you:
Beginning April 1st, Clark College will implement nickel-rounding for all cash transactions. This includes the Bookstore, McClaskey Culinary Institute, and the Cashier’s Office.

Paying with Cash? Your total will be rounded up or down to the nearest $0.05.
Paying with Card? Credit, debit, and gift card transactions will still be charged the exact amount—no rounding applied.

Rounding Guide for Cash Transactions:

• $1.01 or $1.02 → Rounds down to $1.00
• $1.03 or $1.04 → Rounds up to $1.05
• $1.06 or $1.07 → Rounds down to $1.05
• $1.08 or $1.09 → Rounds up to $1.10

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 - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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 - Thursday 7:40 a.m. - 2 p.m.; Friday 7:40 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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:

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