The Central Lakes Wind Symphony, an ensemble at Central Lakes College, was selected as the featured collegiate band for the Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) State Convention. This is one of the highest honors a collegiate band can achieve in Minnesota. This recognition highlights the ensemble’s exceptional musicianship, artistry and dedication. …

Central Lakes College is excited to welcome Chris Hadfield as its new Automotive Technology instructor. Chris is a familiar face on campus. Hear more about Chris and his vision for this high-tech program. Please tell us about your professional career before you got to CLC. I started my career as …

Community members are invited to join one of Central Lakes College’s musical ensembles. There is a meet and greet with CLC music directors, as well as optional auditions, from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 26 in room E471, the Music Rehearsal Hall, Brainerd campus. An audition is required for those …

The CLC Performing Arts Center is excited to announce auditions for its upcoming fall 2024 and early 2025 productions: Radium Girls, A Christmas Carol, It’s Murder, Dontcha Know?, and The Tell-Tale Heart. These diverse and compelling plays offer a range of roles for actors of all ages and experience levels. Auditions will take place …

The community is invited to the Central Lakes College Ag & Energy Research Center’s annual Field Day from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Friday, August 30 at the Ag & Energy Center, 26505 County Road 2, Staples. This family-friendly event is free and open to the public.  This event is a …

By Jon Aga, Associate Vice President of Advancement and Foundation Executive Director  Central Lakes College has a long and storied history of building futures for the students who come here to learn, explore and develop both personally and professionally. This spring marked the 85th year of college graduations in Brainerd, …

Central Lakes College is pleased to announce the appointment of Coach Krystal Brodeen as its Athletic Director.   Brodeen served in an Interim Athletic Director role in the spring of 2023 and Assistant Athletic Director this past year. She is also the Women’s Head Basketball coach at the college.   “Krystal …