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Is there someone at Central Lakes College that made an impact on your life but doesn’t know it? With Thanksgiving approaching, the Central Lakes College Alumni Association announced the launch of its “Give Thanks” campaign during the entire month of November. The Give Thanks campaign is a chance for CLC …
Read More »CLC conducts Propane Emergencies Course for Mission Township Fire Department
Twenty firefighters from the Mission Township Fire Department participated in Central Lakes College’s Fire Fighter Propane Emergencies Course this week. The goal of the class is to train firefighters about the physical hazards associated with propane gas and how to fight a propane gas fire. “When dealing with propane emergencies, …
Read More »New “Math without Fear” class to start at CLC
A new math course at Central Lakes College will offer an avenue for students who test below the lowest developmental math class. The new course, called “Math Without Fear,” is a full credit-bearing, financial aid-eligible option for students who need an extra hand in the subject. It’s scheduled to be …
Read More »CLC Law Enforcement students help at fallen deputy’s funeral
Law Enforcement classes were cancelled Friday at Central Lakes College. Instead, students and instructors assisted at the funeral of Aitkin County Sheriff’s Investigator Steven Sandberg. About 20 students helped out with parking and traffic control during the funeral. “We have come together as a community to assist these agencies,” said …
Read More »CLC students participate in beer poster design competition
Three Central Lakes College students recently participated in the American Advertising Federation’s CMYK beer poster design competition. The students – Mitchell Nelson, Martin Nelson and Tyler Huss – entered their designs, along with more than two-dozen other entries from industry and other college students. The competition was Oct. 14 in …
Read More »Bridges inspires students at new Career Skills Camp
On Wednesday and Thursday, October 21-22, 2015, more than 80 students from 13 school districts will gather at Camp Shamineau in Motley, MN, to participate in the first ever Bridges Career Skills Camp. This 2-day learning adventure will offer students the opportunity to strengthen their relationship skills, teach team-building, expand …
Read More »Welding, football and farming: CLC student does it all
Nineteen-year-old Curtis Brisk wears a lot of hats. He’s a farmer, helping his parents on the family land. He’s a football player, having been recruited to play offensive line at CLC. He’s also a welder, and is mentoring other students in the craft. The Pierz native never wants to stop …
Read More »Preimesberger named new Director of Secondary Relations
Paul Preimesberger has been appointed to the role of Director of Secondary Relations for Central Lakes College. He replaces Betsy Picciano, who is returning to her faculty post after a sabbatical. Preimesberger has been working under Picciano since Sept. 14, and will take over the position Dec. 1. Picciano said her …
Read More »CLC awarded five-year, $1.176 million TRIO grant
Central Lakes College’s TRIO Student Support Services was awarded a five-year, $1.176 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The award will fund CLC’s TRIO Student Support Services at $235,235 per year during the five-year grant period. Charles Black Lance, director of TRIO Programs at CLC, said the grant …
Read More »CLC students to celebrate Medical Assistants Recognition Week
The Medical Assistant students at Central Lakes College in Staples are gearing up to celebrate Medical Assistants Recognition Week, Oct. 19-23, as designated by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Medical assistants across the country will be recognized during this week and honored on Medical Assistants Recognition Day, Wednesday, …
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