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Dr. Hara Charlier, President, Central Lakes College Big things are on the horizon as we introduce the North Star Promise (NSP) Scholarship program, set to launch in fall 2024. This marks a significant stride towards our commitment to providing an accessible, affordable, and transformative education at Central Lakes College. The …
Read More »CLC to host Hmong poet Mai Der Vang
Verse Like Water: The visiting poet program of Central Lakes College presents Hmong poet Mai Der Vang for a poetry reading at noon on February 21 in the Chalberg Theatre, Brainerd campus. A book signing and informal craft talk will follow at 1:30pm. The event is free and open to …
Read More »BCT presents PUFFS The Play – A hilariously heartfelt magical adventure
The Brainerd Community Theatre and CLC Performing Arts Center is proud to present PUFFS The Play by Matt Cox, a side-splitting comedy set in an enchanting world of wizardry, where the unsung heroes take center stage. This clever and inventive production leaves audiences in stitches, offering a fresh and humorous perspective on …
Read More »CLC announces fall 2023 honors lists
Central Lakes College, Brainerd and Staples, has announced its 2023 fall semester honors lists. The President’s List includes 369 students who earned a grade-point average of 3.75 to 4.0 while enrolled for at least 12 credits. The Dean’s List includes 341 students who earned a grade-point average of 3.25 to …
Read More »Raiders honored by MCAC for academic achievements
The Minnesota College Athletic Conference has announced its 2023 Fall MCAC All-Academic Team. Recognized individuals combined athletic and academic accomplishments while competing at a member MCAC institution during the Fall 2023 semester. The honored student-athletes listed all met sport-specific athletic requirements and possess a cumulative grade point average at or above the standards as established by the …
Read More »Community invited to Cultural Thursday: “24” and Ukraine
The community is invited to attend Central Lakes College’s next Cultural Thursday event, happening at noon on Thursday, February 8 in the Chalberg Theatre, Brainerd campus. Speaking will be CLC Ukrainian student Mary Kharytonova, who will discuss her book “24” and her experiences after Russia invaded her country. Kharytonova’s life changed forever …
Read More »CLC names head football coach
Central Lakes College is pleased to announce the hire of Charles ‘Toby’ Thurman as its new Raider head football coach. Thurman replaces Greg Medeck, who now serves as Athletic Director at the college. Thurman has a rich history in coaching football, having done so at both high school and college …
Read More »CLC names head volleyball coach
Central Lakes College is pleased to announce the hire of Michaela Laudenbach as its new Head Volleyball Coach. Laudenbach replaces longtime Coach Jane Peterson, who is retiring. “I am excited and honored to have been selected to take over the volleyball program at Central Lakes College. My mission is to …
Read More »Rosenmeier Board elects new president, board member
The Gordon Rosenmeier Center for State and Local Government at Central Lakes College has appointed a new president and board member. Jim Russell was elected its new president. He replaces outgoing president Mike O’Rourke. Jeff Meyer, from Avon, was appointed to the board. Steve Wenzel, Executive Director of the Gordon …
Read More »Community invited to ConnectEffect, an innovative interactive entertainment experience
Central Lakes College, in partnership with the Central Lakes Community Performing Arts Center, proudly presents ConnectEffect, an innovative interactive entertainment experience that aims to tackle the prevailing issues of loneliness and social isolation. The event is free, open to the public, and runs January 23-25, 2024, at 6 pm at …
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