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On Jan. 16, Clark State College will hold the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon and Awards Ceremony from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hollenbeck Bayley Creative Arts and Conference Center, 275 S. Limestone St. in Springfield. The annual community event honors King’s life and legacy and recognizes local youth, organizations, community members and Clark State employees who reflect his mission and commitment to service.
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The Clark State Performing Arts Center has announced a new addition to its 2026 lineup: Becky Robinson and Entitled Housewife, taking the stage March 20 at 8 p.m.
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Clark State College has been relentlessly focused on how best to serve students since its founding in 1962.
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Students, faculty and staff at Clark State College came together on Nov. 17 for the third annual Culture Fest – a day dedicated to celebrating community, connection and the many cultures that contribute to the Clark State College community. 
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If Clark State announces a weather-related delay or closure, information will be shared via Eagle Alerts that send text, phone and email notifications through an emergency notification system. To sign up for these alerts, visit clarkstate.edu.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has appointed Jo Alice Blondin, Ph.D., president of Clark State College, to the Ohio Commission on Service and Volunteerism. Her term will run from Oct. 31, 2025, through April 21, 2028.
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The Clark State Performing Arts Center will welcome JJ Grey & Mofro to the Kuss Auditorium, 300 S. Fountain Ave., on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. Tickets will be on sale beginning Nov. 7 at 10 a.m.
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Clark State College celebrates veterans, active-duty service members and military families this Veterans Day and throughout the year by providing support and paths to education, career advancement and lifelong opportunity.
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Clark State College has been named one of 200 community colleges nationwide eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges.
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The Clark State theatre arts program will present a stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “To Kill a Mockingbird,” bringing to life the timeless story of family, courage and justice in Depression-era Alabama.
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For adults who have not yet earned a high school diploma, which can be the key to unlocking new opportunities in employment, career advancement and higher education, Clark State College offers free preparatory courses through its Aspire High School Equivalency Program, helping students build the skills and confidence they need to successfully pass the GED exam.
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The Clark State Performing Arts Center will welcome acclaimed pianist and singer-songwriter Vienna Teng to the Kuss Auditorium stage at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 9.
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In the 2024-25 academic year, Clark State helped 168 individuals earn professional credit certificates in high-demand fields such as healthcare, manufacturing, information technology and the skilled trades.
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The Clark State College Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at 5 p.m. on June 24.
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Clark State College is answering the call to strengthen public safety by launching a 9-1-1 Communications Dispatch Academy this fall. The six-week, hands-on training program will prepare individuals to step into one of the most vital roles in emergency response: the 9-1-1 communications operator.
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Clark State College is celebrating 491 students who achieved Dean's List honors during the summer 2025 semester.  These students earned a 3.5 grade point average and are enrolled for six or more credit hours.
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The Phi Theta Kappa Foundation awarded Caitlyn Leonard, Clark State College student, a $1,000 Chime Workforce Scholarship in recognition of her academic success and commitment to career and technical education.
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The Association on Higher Education and Disability has appointed Elecia Spain, Clark State College associate dean of access and retention, to serve on a task force that shapes and updates national standards for evaluating disability documentation and accommodation requests in higher education. The updated publication will reflect current research, evolving legal frameworks and experiences of students and practitioners.
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As the new academic year begins, Clark State College continues to focus on student success with a Student Engagement Conference themed “What is your Legacy?”  This one-day conference is designed to spark inspiration, open doors to new opportunities and empower students to reflect on their purpose, passion and potential, both on campus and in their daily lives.
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