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Parent and Supporter Night, April 15th, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Zoom
Join us for a virtual information session with Cath Busha, Clark College Dean of Student Engagement! This virtual event is geared towards parents and supporters of new Clark College students, but is open for all to attend. During this virtual event, Cath Busha will share information about Clark College resources and support services, student life opportunities, and the differences between High School and College- with tips on how to provide support to students navigating college.
Live ASL interpretation will be provided.
Please share this opportunity with your supporters and join the Parent and Supporter Night through Zoom.
Campus Tour for PTK Members & Friends, April 22nd, 2:00 p.m. departure from the Welcome Center
Get to know your campus! (This is open to anyone interested - not just PTK members).
Are you taking advantage of all the resources available to you here on campus? Do you know who to talk to about scholarships? Do you know where all the free snacks are on campus? Want to know more about student employment, clubs, or events? Where do you go if you have a headache, and you're stuck on campus all day? Have you met Oso? Or maybe you'd like to share some of your favorite spots on campus? Join us for a campus tour led by a student ambassador. Plan for the tour to take at least an hour as we cover the 101-acre campus.
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 or labman@clark.edu.
All open computer labs feature printers available for student use:
SHL 135: Mon – Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Library: Mon – Thursday 8:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
SBG 252: Mon – Thursday 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00am-4:00 p.m.
AA4-116 - MAC Lab: Mon – Thursday 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m.
Level Up Your Academic Game at Clark College!
With May registration just around the corner, now's the perfect time to plan your summer and fall classes. Our academic advisors are here to help you fine-tune your course schedule, provide personalized guidance, and ensure you're on track to meet your goals. Don't wait—schedule your Advising appointment today and get ahead of the game for summer and fall registration!
Boost Your Career Prospects at Clark College!
With May registration just around the corner, it's the perfect time to meet with the Career Services team. Career Services is here to help you explore career options, develop your resume, prepare for job interviews, and more. They also offer valuable assessments and career exploration to help you identify your strengths and align your career path with your passions. Don't wait—schedule an appointment with Career Services and take charge of your future!
Student Pathways to a Global, Inclusive World
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is excited to provide a new online Canvas course all degree-seeking students will be enrolled in entitled, "Student Pathways to a Global, Inclusive World" starting Spring Term 2025. The course is self-paced and will take approximately 2 hours to complete. It consists of 8 modules covering topics and information relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism and was developed to meet a Washington State law that requires community and technical colleges to provide a program on diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism to all degree-seeking students beginning in the 2024-25 academic year.
Students will be required to complete this training by the end of Spring Term, June 20, 2025. There will be no tuition or fees associated with this course.
You are allowed to opt-out of taking the Canvas course if you self-attest to taking a diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism training at an institution of higher education within the previous five years. Instructions on how to opt-out will be included at the beginning of the Canvas course.
If you have questions about the program, please contact odeistudentlearning@clark.edu.Sakura Festival, April 17th, 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. starting in Japanese Garden
Join us as we celebrate the blossoming Cherry trees and our sister city friendship with Joyo Japan. Remarks and a performance by Clark Tremble Ensemble will take place at 1pm at the Japanese Garden. Performances as well as display tables will be held from 2:00-3:30pm in Gaiser Student Center. Learn more about the Sakura Festival.
Día del Niño, April 25th, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Gaiser Student Center
Come celebrate "The Day of the Children" with delicious food, family friendly arts and crafts, and special guest Author Duncan Tonatiuh as he shares one of his children's books, as well as dancing and a Salsa band! Learn more about "The Day of the Children".
Commencement Student Speaker
If you are a 2025 graduate and would like to be the 2025 Student Speaker at Commencement. Please go to the Commencement webpage to apply! Email applications to mgolder@clark.edu by Monday, April 28th at 5:00 p.m.
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, & in the Hanna Hall Study Lounge. Quick note: Basic Needs Hub is the only location listed that has utensils and napkins. Please be mindful that other students use this machine, too. Please clean up after you make a mess. Be a resourceful and responsible student.
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.
Spring Involvement Fair
A spring-themed event where students can connect with clubs and programs. There will be a photobooth and ice cream treats. The event will take place at the Gaiser Student Center on April 16th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Contact studentlife@clark.edu for more details.
Apply to be on the 2025 and 2026 Activities Programming Board Team
Apply to be on the 2025-2026 Activities Programming Board Team. Pay is $17.02 per hour and up to 15 hours a week. Deadline to apply is Friday, May 2. The job requires leadership experience, planning student events, working up to 15 hours a week, maintaining a 2.5 GPA, and being enrolled in 6 credits. Check out the APB website for more information and application. For questions, email Sami at slelo@clark.edu.
Butterfly Garden Delight
Come and hold butterflies! Watch them fly away at the end of the event! The event will be held on Thursday, April 17th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the Chime Tower. For questions, email Elena at ecastillo@clark.edu.
Bagels for Breakfast
Bagels for Breakfast will be held on Monday, April 21st, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the NEST at Columbia Tech Center. There will be free bagels from Seize the Bagel and free coffee and Italian sodas from Pacific Perks! If you have any questions email Austyn at afuerstenberg@clark.edu.
Mind Reader, Mark Toland
Come get your mind blown by internationally award-winning mind reader Mark Toland. The event will take place on April 23rd from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Gaiser Student Center. For questions, email Beheshta at beqbali@clark.edu.
Dried Flower Bookmark Making
Come create your own dried flower bookmark. Students will pick up a bookmark, dried flowers, dried leaves, foam brush and mod podge and design their own bookmark. Each student can order 1 free drink from the HHL Coffee Lounge. This is a great way to relax with friends! The event will be held on April 28th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Hanna Hall Lobby. For more information, email Abi at ang@clark.edu.
Student Life
Club Activities and Events
ADHD Club Meetings, Fridays, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in PUB 257
Do you have ADHD or other neuro-divergent traits? Want to have fun, socialize, and play games? We offer snacks, games, and support! Want to contact us? Check our BlueSky.
Music, Art, & Theater
Artist Talk: Bruce Conkle, April 16, 1:00 p.m. - 2:200 p.m. in PUB 161
Bruce Conkle declares an affinity for mysterious natural phenomenon such as snow, fire, rainbows, crystals, volcanos, tree burls, and meteorites. He examines contemporary attitudes toward the environment, including deforestation, climate change, and extinction. Conkle's work often deals with man's place within nature, and frequently examines what he calls the "misfit quotient" at the crossroads. His work has shown around the world, including Reykjavik, Ulaanbaatar, Rio De Janeiro, New York, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, Miami, Seattle, and Portland.
Recent projects include public art commissions for the Oregon Department of Transportation, TriMet/MAX Light Rail, and Portland State University's Smith Memorial Student Union Public Art + Residency. In 2011 Bruce received a Hallie Ford Fellowship in 2010 and an Oregon Arts Commission Artist Fellowship. His 2012 show Tree Clouds and Surface Glitch, 2016 were awarded project grants from the Regional Arts and Culture Council.
For this artist talk Conkle will share and speak about his art, process, and current exhibit on display at the archer Gallery. This event is free and open to everyone.
Athletics
2025 Baseball Schedule – Games are scheduled for Kindsfather field on the campus of Clark College
Apr 5 (Sat) 1:00PM / 4:00PM Home Tacoma
Apr 12 (Sat) 1:00PM / 4:00PM Home Grays Harbor
Apr 18 (Fri) 1:00PM / 4:00PM Home Lower Columbia
Apr 26 (Sat) 1:00PM / 4:00PM Home Centralia
May 3 (Sat) 1:00PM / 4:00PM Home Pierce
May 10 (Sat) 1:00PM / 4:00PM Home Olympic
2025 Softball Schedule – Games are scheduled for Raines Field (formerly softball complex) on the campus of Clark College:
Mar 29 (Sat) 12:00PM / 2:00PM Home Grays Harbor
Apr 5 (Sat) 12:00PM / 2:00PM Home Mt. Hood
Apr 19 (Sat) 12:00PM / 2:00PM Home Chemeketa
Apr 25 (Fri) 3:00PM / 5:00PM Home Lower Columbia
May 2 (Fri) 3:00PM / 5:00PM Home Centralia
May 6 (Tue) 3:00PM / 5:00PM Home Southwestern Oregon
Reminders
New Penguin Pantry Hours
The Penguin Pantry, located in PUB 162, is now open for in-person shopping every
Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Thursday from 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Clark students currently enrolled can stop by during open hours to pick up fresh produce, meat, bread, pantry staples, and more. Please bring your own bags. Questions? Email Penguin Pantry.
Apply Now for Scholarships!
Clark College Foundation scholarship applications for 2025-2026 are now open. Students returning to Clark with a minimum 2.5 GPA are eligible to apply for multiple scholarships through the Clark College Foundation Scholarship application. Scholarship Deadline: April 17, 2025. Visit the Clark College Foundation website to learn more about this and other scholarship opportunities.
Achieve Your Goals with Clark College's Academic Advising
Ready to map out your academic journey? Our Academic Advisors at Clark College can help you create a personalized long-term plan to achieve your educational and career goals. Book a 45-minute appointment for an in-depth discussion of your goals, progress, and future terms.
A long-term plan includes required courses each term, helping you take the right classes at the right time, saving you time and money. It also outlines academic milestones to keep you motivated and important deadlines to manage your time effectively. Schedule your 45-minute advising appointment today! With Summer and Fall registration opening in May, appointments will fill up quickly. We schedule appointments two weeks in advance, so check back daily for new availability if needed. Let's work together to ensure your academic success!
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.
Discounted Student Fitness Center Membership: $10 Per Term
Where else can you work out for $10 per term? Join the Clark College Fitness Center. Students can go directly to the Cashier’s Office in Gaiser Hall 128 to pay.
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.
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!
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.