Clark College

1933 Fort Vancouver Way

Vancouver, WA 98663

360-699-NEXT

www.clark.edu

General Information

Founded: October 1, 1933

Mission: Clark College provides opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds to pursue their educational goals. The college offers accessible, comprehensive education; provides services to support student success; and fosters community partnerships that enhance student learning. The college focuses on professional/ technical training, academic transfer, pre-college and basic skills, personal development, and cultural enrichment.

Student enrollment: 12,500.

Form of Government

Board of trustees appointed by the Governor of Washington state

Board of Trustees

The Clark College Board of Trustees consists of five members who are appointed by the Governor of Washington. Members serve a five-year term and must live in the college’s service district. The board seeks to ensure the quality and relevance of college programs and provide stewardship of public resources. In this role, the board is responsible for strategic planning; development and approval of college policies; and approval and oversight of the operating budget.

Rhona Sen Hoss

Term expires: 2012

Sherry Parker

Term expires: 2013

Addison Jacobs

Term expires: 2010

Jack Burkman

Term expires: 2012

John White

Term expires: 2010

Engagement Opportunities

Open meetings are typically held on the last Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in Rooms 258 B&C of the Penguin Union Building. For additional information about the Board of Trustees, contact the President's Office.

Staff

Robert K. Knight, president
Phil Sheehan, interim vice president of administrative services
Dr. Rassoul Dastmozd, vice president of instruction
Dr. Rachel Ruiz, vice president of student affairs
Katrina Golder, associate vice president of human resources
Candy Bennet, executive dean of planning and advancement
Barbara Kerr, executive director of communications and marketing
Todd Oldham, executive director of corporate and continuing education
Leann Johnson, director for equity and diversity
Lisa Gilbert, Clark College Foundation president

Notes of Special Interest

Classes in over 100 programs to earn certificates and associate degrees. Free "Admissions 101" sessions are held every month and feature a tour of the main campus.
Over 30 chartered student clubs offer a wide array of opportunities for personal growth, development and enjoyment. Student government plays an active role in the life of the college.
A student newspaper, The Independent, covers college news. Phoenix, the college's literary and art magazine, wins regional and national awards.
The college's music and theater departments offer exciting, vibrant performances that attract audiences from throughout Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon.
The Clark College Penguins have a proud history of championships in women's cross country, men's soccer, men's and women's basketball, baseball, men's tennis, men's and women's track and field, and men's golf, as well as many regional and tournament honors.