Central Lakes College instructor Kari Frisch recently received national recognition for earning the 2015 Distinguished eLearning Educator award. Only six faculty in total were recognized. Frisch was also one of two instructors from that group chosen to receive the ITC 2015 Award for Excellence in eLearning Outstanding eLearning Faculty. The …
Read More »CLC Robotics Students are in High-Demand
Jeff Keyes, Arnie Anderson and Barry Norenberg from Bosch Packaging recently came to the Central Lakes College (CLC) Staples campus to give a presentation to students of the robotics program and to interview the second year students. Bosch needs to fill multiple positions and internships in their Shell Lake and …
Read More »Merry Tuba Christmas a “Booming” Success
The CLC Music Department sponsored its annual “Merry Tuba Christmas” on Saturday, December 6 at the Westgate Mall in Brainerd. The low brass ensemble was directed by Steve Anderson, CLC Instrumental Music Instructor. Merry Tuba Christmas is a low brass player tradition going back to 1971 when it started in …
Read More »CLC Diesel and Heavy Equipment Students Honored
The 2014 Fall Celebration recognized and honored students graduating from the Heavy Equipment Operations and Maintenance Program and Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technician Program. The guest speaker for this year’s celebration was Patrick Hockett of Kindred Plumbing & Heating Incorporated. CLC Student Representative Hunter Fairchild also provided remarks during the …
Read More »Merry Tuba Christmas
The CLC Music Department will sponsor its annual “Merry Tuba Christmas” on Saturday, December 6. Merry Tuba Christmas is a low brass player tradition going back to 1971 when it started in honor of Bill Bell, one of the greatest tuba players and teachers. Low Brass Players gather in groups …
Read More »Brainerd Woman Continues to Raise Funds for Late Husband’s Scholarship
In the fall of 2013, Faye Abrahamson helped establish a scholarship fund for her late husband, Pat Abrahamson, at Central Lakes College (CLC). On Thursday, October 2, Faye presented a check for $1,470 to Pam Thomsen, CLC director of research development and director of the CLC Foundation, for the “Patrick …
Read More »75 Outstanding Alumni Recognized at Special Ceremony
Central Lakes College honored 75 outstanding alumni at a special recognition ceremony on Saturday, June 21 at the Brainerd campus. As Central Lakes College celebrates its 75th anniversary, officials recognized and honored 75 outstanding alumni throughout the college’s history. The honorary award was established to recognize alumni who are noteworthy …
Read More »CLC 2014 Brainerd Campus Commencement
The Brainerd campus commencement event was held Thursday, May 15 at the Brainerd high school gymnasium. 290 graduates were honored at the 2014 commencement program. Approximately 2,200 family and friends of the graduates were in attendance for this year’s event. The music for commencement was performed by the CLC Community …
Read More »CLC 2014 Staples Campus Commencement
The Staples campus commencement event was held Wednesday, May 14 at the Staples-Motley high school gymnasium. Approximately 140 graduates were honored at the 2014 commencement program. Platform guests included Dr. Larry Lundblad – CLC President, Chris Hadfield – CLC Dean of Career and Technical Programs and the Staples Campus, Anna …
Read More »75 Outstanding Alumni
As Central Lakes College celebrates its 75th anniversary, officials are recognizing and honoring 75 outstanding alumni throughout the college’s history. This honorary award was established to recognize alumni who are noteworthy for their significant professional achievements and/or exemplary leadership in community activities. The honorees depicted below are an inspiration to the next …
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