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Tutoring Tip of the Week #2
Workshops for you! Tutoring Services has created workshops specifically designed to support the most common issues students tackle during the first couple weeks of the quarter – technology, organization, and time management. Join a workshop to learn how you can be a master of these! View Tutoring workshops and events by clicking HERE!
This week we are offering:
College Technology & Canvas Support: Review the technology needed for your classes, get assistance with accessing campus computers and wi-fi, learn to log on, navigate, and understand Canvas, student email and other tech requirements of college life! Sign up or show up! Click here to sign-up for College Technology & Canvas Support. Wednesday, January 14th @ 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Organizing & Time Management: Join us for an interactive workshop designed to get organized to tackle that current course load! Please come prepared with copies of the syllabus from all currently registered classes (or at least one). We will provide an academic planner, notebooks, and tools to organize and strategize for the quarter. Sign up or show up! Click here to sign-up for Organizing & Time Management. Monday, January 12th & 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. & Friday, January 16th @ 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Upcoming Emergency Preparedness Training-Mindset Matters: An Introduction to Psychological First Aid, January 13th, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in PUB 258 B/C
Join us for an introduction to Psychological First Aid with Jodi Blackwood from Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency (CRESA). We’ll talk about why stress and trauma are normal reactions to difficult events, what those reactions can look like, and simple ways to manage them. You’ll also learn practical skills for helping others feel safe, supported, and heard, and how good listening can make a real difference during tough moments.
Mug & Chug, January 26th, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. in PUB 161
Make a mug your own! Decorate with stickers, add a chain charm, and enjoy free refills of lattés, mochas, cocoa, teas, and more. Come hang out, sip, and get creative.
Winter Wonder-Find: Uncover Your Campus Free Resources, January 26th- 29th, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun and interactive scavenger hunt designed to help you explore and learn about all the amazing resources available to you as a student. Activities Programming Board has prepared the Winter Wonder-Find: Uncover Your Campus Free Resources.
To get started, simply pick up a passport from the Student Life Office (PUB 160). Once you've completed it, bring it back to the office to receive your $20 bookstore gift card! For any questions, feel free to contact Camille at cvillanueva@clark.edu.
Winter Term Career Connect Events!
Check out the Career Connect Events happening this Winter Term!
2/5: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math Focus | 1 to 2:30 PM | STEM 156
2/12: Manufacturing, Mechanical & More | 1 to 2:30 PM | Cannell Library Commons
Career Connect Events are open to all and provide a space to connect with local employers, industry professionals, staff, faculty, and other students! Free snacks provided while they last!
Career Services offers 1:1 and group Career Advising and Employment Support, in addition to workshops and events. To schedule or learn more, visit clark.edu/careers, email CareerServices@clark.edu, or stop by GHL 108.
Stefon Harris & Blackout in Concert, January 28th, 7:30 p.m. in GHL 150
The Clark College Foundation presents Stefon Harris & Blackout in concert. Stefon Harris & Blackout, led by the visionary vibraphonist Stefon Harris, is a pioneering force in contemporary jazz. Harris has been named DownBeat Critics Poll Vibraphonist of the Year multiple times and has been heralded as “one of the most important young artists in jazz” (Los Angeles Times). The band, characterized by a stellar lineup of musicians, seamlessly blends funk, R&B, and global influences, transcending traditional jazz boundaries. With influential albums like Sonic Creed (named Jazz Album of the Year by WBGO – the world's #1 jazz station) and Urbanus (Grammy-nominated), Stefon Harris & Blackout showcase a dynamic interplay of intricate arrangements and soulful improvisation, solidifying their status as trailblazers in the modern jazz landscape. Their performances promise an electrifying fusion of tradition and innovation, leaving an indelible mark on audiences and further shaping the evolving narrative of jazz expression.
Proceeds from the concert will directly benefit the students of the Clark College Music Program. Purchase tickets here.
Events
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.Resume Drop In Session, January 21st, 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in PUB 258B
Drop in for a 10-minute resume review with Career Services! Please bring a paper copy or laptop with quick access to your resume.
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.
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.
Stitch N' Sip, January 12th, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. in Hanna Hall Cafe Lounge
Free embroidery kits and drinks available. Stop by to have a drink of your choice, learn how to make embroidery art, and meet someone new!
Straight White Teeth Live Music & Journaling, January 21st, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in Gaiser Student Center
Come support local singer/songwriter Straight White Teeth! His song “Our Love Was Beautiful” is featured in over 165k Tik Tok videos!
Enjoy free pizza, music, and journal decorating! Free to all students. Questions? Contact Sophia at shao@clark.edu.
Mug & Chug, January 26th, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. in PUB 161
Design a mug and enjoy free refills of lattés, mochas, cocoa, teas, and more!
Questions or want to join the setup crew? Contact Reese at rmurphy@clark.edu.
If you need accommodations due to a disability to fully participate in this event, 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.
ASCC Winter Student Involvement Fair, January 14th, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Gaiser Student Center
Come and discover clubs and programs currently at Clark! Free coffee, cocoa, & cookies will be provided!Winter Wonder-Find: Uncover Your Campus Free Resources, January 26th- 29th, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun and interactive scavenger hunt designed to help you explore and learn about all the amazing resources available to you as a student.
To get started, simply pick up a passport from the Student Life Office (PUB 160). Once you've completed it, bring it back to the office to receive your $20 bookstore gift card! For any questions, feel free to contact Camille at cvillanueva@clark.edu.
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.
Music, Art, & Theater
New Art Exhibition: tell ___ 'hi' from me, November 13th - February 13th at Archer Gallery
Our new exhibit at Archer Gallery, tell ___ ‘hi’ from me, showcases the work of 27 self-taught, neurodivergent artists who live and create in Oregon and are members of the Portland-based Progressive Art Studio, North Pole Studio. This diverse collection of contemporary 2D and 3D works reflects honest creative expression and raw innovation. It honors the vitality of lifelong creative practice and re-imagines conventions in art-making. It invites the viewer to deepen their understanding of the Progressive Art Studio movement and artists working within it. tell ___ ‘hi’ speaks to presence, persistence, and belonging: ‘we’ve always been here, won’t you get to know us?’ … ‘it’s time you get to know us’.
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.Winter Textbooks & Supplies Now Available at the Clark Bookstore!
Order your class materials online at clarkbookstore.com or shop in-store for assistance choosing your supplies.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 - 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: SHL 135: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Library: Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. SBG 252: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00am - 4:00 p.m. AA4-116 - MAC Lab: Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.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