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All community members are invited to attend a special Anti-Trafficking Initiative Training hosted by Clark State College from 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Monday (Feb. 3) on the Springfield Campus, 570 E. Leffel Lane, LRC Building, Room 207. Event attendance and parking are free.
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The Clark State College Board of Trustees unanimously accepted the appointment of Sharon Evans of Springfield as Board chairperson during their Jan. 21 reorganization meeting. Evans will replace David Ball of Fairborn who has served as Board member since 2015 and chairperson since 2023. Ball will continue his term as a Board member through 2026.
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Clark State College has received a grant of more than $439,000 from the Ohio Department of Higher Education, distributed through the Ohio School Safety Center to enhance campus safety, including installing high-resolution cameras, improving building access and strengthening partnerships with first responders and emergency management agencies.
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Clark State College will hold a Board of Trustees meeting at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday (Jan. 21).
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Clark State College’s Theatre Arts Program will present "Steel Magnolias," a play by Robert Harling that delves into the lives of six women navigating love, loss and laughter in Louisiana.
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On Jan. 17, Clark State College will hold the 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon and Awards Ceremony from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Hollenbeck Bayley Creative Arts and Conference Center, 275 S. Limestone St. in Springfield. The community event honors the life and legacy of MLK and celebrates local youth and community members who exemplify his values.
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As part of Clark State College’s work to provide robust academic programming that meets workforce needs, the Ohio Department of Higher Education recently approved Clark State’s application to offer students a bachelor of science in nursing program. With ODHE approval in hand, Clark State is now working toward obtaining final program approval from the Higher Learning Commission, with the hopes of launching a nursing bachelor’s degree option, also known as a BSN completion program, in the fall of 2025.
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The Clark State Lady Eagles volleyball team is making headlines as they advance to the 2024 NJCAA Volleyball Championship on Nov. 7 at 2 p.m. The Lady Eagles will face the Muskegon Jayhawks on the campus of St. Clair County Community College in Port Huron, Mich., as they battle for the NJCAA Great Lakes District B crown.
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Clark State College is proud to announce a series of events across all campuses from Nov.4-8 to honor Veterans.  All community members are invited to each event to join in celebrating the service and sacrifices of those who have served.
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The Clark State College theatre arts department invites audiences to experience the gripping and haunting production of William Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy, “Macbeth,” from Nov. 1-10 at the Clark State Performing Arts Center, Turner Studio Theatre, 300 S. Fountain Ave.
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Clark State College, a founding member of the Community College Alliance for Agriculture Advancement and the hub for the Ohio Center for Precision Agriculture, has announced a groundbreaking initiative with the U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service: a $9 million, four-year program to create a national agriculture center for two-year colleges and connect more students to agriculture career pathways.
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Clark State College has announced two workforce professional development opportunities: a one-day Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification workshop and a comprehensive Professional Supervisor Training program. Designed to enhance career opportunities and equip professionals with highly-sought after skills, both workshops will be held at Clark State’s Brinkman Education Center, 100 S. Limestone St. in Springfield.
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Clark State College has forged a partnership with Mercy Health to remove financial barriers for nursing students through a groundbreaking deferred tuition program.
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Statement on the Passing of Congressman Dave Hobson by Jo Alice Blondin, Ph.D., President, Clark State College: I am deeply saddened by the passing of an iconic leader: Congressman Dave Hobson. His tireless efforts and impact as a legislator are widely seen throughout southwestern Ohio and beyond. While he was no longer serving in Congress when I came to Clark State in July 2013, Hobson was a trusted and incredibly knowledgeable community leader and resource who provided advocacy, perspective and advice that positively impacted Clark State College and Clark County, Ohio. Due to his leadership and vision, Clark State’s Beavercreek campus was established to better serve and extend Clark State’s educational reach to Greene County. His wisdom, kindness, and advocacy will truly be missed.
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Clark State College recently recommitted to being an advocate for the military by signing a Statement of Support with Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. As such, Clark State remains committed to honoring the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, providing resources for managers, and recognizing the unique skills and leadership that service members bring to the workforce.
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The Clark State College Scholars Program hosted its third annual Nest Fest event last week on the Springfield main campus, welcoming high school scholars from Springfield, Clark-Shawnee, Global Impact STEM Academy, Graham, Tecumseh and Urbana.
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Erica Kelly, a Clark State student in the diagnostic medical sonography program, has been awarded the 2024 Excellence in Sonography Student Award from BB Imaging for her academic achievement, demonstrating a passion for sonography, elevating the industry through her skills and inspiring others.
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The Dayton Business Journal has named Jo Alice Blondin, Ph.D., Clark State College president, a recipient of a 2024 Women Who Mean Business Award for her leadership, professional achievements, community service and entrepreneurial skills.
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Clark State College is excited to report a 13 percent increase in overall headcount and an 11 percent in credit hours for fall 2024 compared to the previous year, highlighting a strong commitment to education within the community.
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Clark State College will host an Open House for Rhodes Hall on their Springfield campus, 570 E. Leffel Lane, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 17.
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