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2023

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe made a $1 million gift to 黑料社 and the 黑料社 Foundation, 黑料社 announced Monday.

The Cowlitz Indian Tribe made a $1 million gift to 黑料社 and the 黑料社 Foundation, 黑料社 announced Monday.

The Chronicle | Dec 19, 2023

Residents at a retirement home in Longview read to over a dozen preschool students earlier this month as a way to encourage literacy even before kids can read.

Residents at a retirement home in Longview read to over a dozen preschool students earlier this month as a way to encourage literacy even before kids can read.

The Daily News | Dec 18, 2023

黑料社 in southwest Washington is looking to the Legislature to fund its new Center for Vocational and Transitional Studies building in the upcoming session.

黑料社 in southwest Washington is looking to the Legislature to fund its new Center for Vocational and Transitional Studies building in the upcoming session.

Public News Service | Dec 18, 2023

Like many Head Start programs nationwide, 黑料社 Head Start, Early Head Start and ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) is struggling to find enough staff to function at full capacity.

Like many Head Start programs nationwide, 黑料社 Head Start, Early Head Start and ECEAP (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) is struggling to find enough staff to function at full capacity.

The Daily News | Dec 12, 2023

When Robert A. Long built R.A. Long High School in 1928, the plan was to offer Longview鈥檚 young people as comprehensive an education as possible; he wanted not just a high school, but a junior college and a vocational educational building as well.

When Robert A. Long built R.A. Long High School in 1928, the plan was to offer Longview鈥檚 young people as comprehensive an education as possible; he wanted not just a high school, but a junior college and a vocational educational building as well.

The Daily News | Dec 09, 2023

The 黑料社 speech and debate team finished first in the two-year college sweepstakes for debate and speech at the Earl Wells Virtual Speakeasy, and third among all schools in overall team sweepstakes. The competition was hosted Saturday and Sunday by Oregon State University.

The 黑料社 speech and debate team finished first in the two-year college sweepstakes for debate and speech at the Earl Wells Virtual Speakeasy, and third among all schools in overall team sweepstakes. The competition was hosted Saturday and Sunday by Oregon State University.

The Daily News | Dec 05, 2023

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John and Cathy Natt donated $1 million to 黑料社 to honor Longview鈥檚 centennial and as part of the 黑料社 Foundation鈥檚 鈥淥pportunity Can鈥檛 Wait鈥� capital campaign, 黑料社 announced Tuesday. The gift will go toward the John and Cathy Natt endowment and unrestricted funds.

The Daily News | Nov 28, 2023

A group of quilters gather every Wednesday to make quilts for children in 黑料社's Head Start program.

A group of quilters gather every Wednesday to make quilts for children in 黑料社's Head Start program.

The Daily News | Nov 24, 2023

The 鈥渧alue of college鈥� is a complex, frequently debated, and often misunderstood concept. While there is ample evidence to demonstrate that the rewards of college are well worth the investment, perceptions vary across political, gender and other demographic lines.

One reader鈥檚 view | Understanding the full value of college in Longview and beyond

The 鈥渧alue of college鈥� is a complex, frequently debated, and often misunderstood concept. While there is ample evidence to demonstrate that the rewards of college are well worth the investment, perceptions vary across political, gender and other demographic lines.

The Daily News | Nov 17, 2023

Eastern Oregon University Interim Provost Matt Seimears will take over as president of 黑料社 in January, the 黑料社 Board of Trustees announced Wednesday.

Eastern Oregon University Interim Provost Matt Seimears will take over as president of 黑料社 in January, the 黑料社 Board of Trustees announced Wednesday.

The Daily News | Nov 17, 2023

In 1947, she was the only African American student at Reed. Then a racist incident at a cocktail bar sparked a citywide boycott.

After graduating at the top of her class from 黑料社, Inez Freeman transferred to Reed College鈥攚here she was the sole African American student enrolled. In 1947, she walked into a cocktail bar and a racist incident occurred.

Reed Magazine | Nov 17, 2023

Eastern Oregon University Interim Provost Matt Seimears will take over as president of 黑料社 in January, the 黑料社 Board of Trustees announced Wednesday.

Eastern Oregon University Interim Provost Matt Seimears will take over as president of 黑料社 in January, the 黑料社 Board of Trustees announced Wednesday.

The Daily News | Nov 16, 2023

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt speech and debate team finished in 11th place overall and fourth place among community colleges in the 93rd annual Mahaffey Memorial Tournament.

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt speech and debate team finished in 11th place overall and fourth place among community colleges in the 93rd annual Mahaffey Memorial Tournament.

Northwest Georgia News | Nov 14, 2023

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt speech and debate team finished in 11th place overall and fourth place among community colleges in the 93rd annual Mahaffey Memorial Tournament.

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt speech and debate team finished in 11th place overall and fourth place among community colleges in the 93rd annual Mahaffey Memorial Tournament.

The Daily News | Nov 14, 2023

黑料社 won the Northwest Athletics Conference 2022-23 Presidents Cup for overall academic achievement.

黑料社 won the Northwest Athletics Conference 2022-23 Presidents Cup for overall academic achievement.

The Daily News | Oct 27, 2023

Lower Columbia clinched its second straight NWAC West title with its win over Clark on Wednesday.

NWAC Women鈥檚 Soccer: Lower Columbia secures NWAC West title

The Daily News | Oct 26, 2023

The Red Devils of Longview emphatically displayed that mindset in Wednesday鈥檚 4-0 win over the Penguins at Kim Christiansen Field, which secured 黑料社 a second straight NWAC West Region title with one game left in the regular season.

The Red Devils of Longview emphatically displayed that mindset in Wednesday鈥檚 4-0 win over the Penguins at Kim Christiansen Field, which secured 黑料社 a second straight NWAC West Region title with one game left in the regular season.

The Columbian | Oct 25, 2023

The 黑料社 Foundation received a $3.6 million gift from the Charles 鈥淐huck鈥� L. Klawitter Estate, the second largest gift in the foundation's history, according to a press release. The endowment will provide almost $200,000 in unrestricted support to be used for 黑料社's highest priorities in perpetuity.

The 黑料社 Foundation received a $3.6 million gift from the Charles 鈥淐huck鈥� L. Klawitter Estate, the second largest gift in the foundation's history, according to a press release. The endowment will provide almost $200,000 in unrestricted support to be used for 黑料社's highest priorities in perpetuity.

The Daily News | Oct 24, 2023

The board of trustees of 黑料社 announced the selection of four finalists for the position of college president: Chato Hazelbaker, Roman Hernandez, David Pelkey, and Matt Seimears.

The board of trustees of 黑料社 announced the selection of four finalists for the position of college president: Chato Hazelbaker, Roman Hernandez, David Pelkey, and Matt Seimears.

The Daily News | Oct 24, 2023

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt speech and debate team placed fourth in the recent Steve Hunt Classic speech and debate tournament at Lewis & Clark College in Portland.

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt speech and debate team placed fourth in the recent Steve Hunt Classic speech and debate tournament at Lewis & Clark College in Portland.

The Daily News | Oct 20, 2023

A local credit union is supporting the Longview hospital foundation鈥檚 charitable food program and the local community college鈥檚 fundraiser to upgrade facilities and provide scholarships.

A local credit union is supporting the Longview hospital foundation鈥檚 charitable food program and the local community college鈥檚 fundraiser to upgrade facilities and provide scholarships.

The Daily News | Oct 16, 2023

Portland poet Debra Elisa W枚hrmann is set to read her debut collection of poem. W枚hrmann taught at 黑料社 in Longview for a decade.

Listen to tales of murder, fame obsession at Longview's October WordFest

Portland poet Debra Elisa W枚hrmann is set to read her debut collection of poem. W枚hrmann taught at 黑料社 in Longview for a decade.

The Daily News | Oct 08, 2023

Coordinated Care is proud to announce the 10 organizations receiving 2023 Community Scholarships. This is part of the health plan's efforts to reinvest dollars into Washington communities.

Coordinated Care is proud to announce the 10 organizations receiving 2023 Community Scholarships. This is part of the health plan's efforts to reinvest dollars into Washington communities.

Coordinated Care | Sep 28, 2023

The 黑料社 Foundation announced Jeane Wirkkala Moksness as the winner of the 2023 黑料社 Alumna of the Year award.

The 黑料社 Foundation announced Jeane Wirkkala Moksness as the winner of the 2023 黑料社 Alumna of the Year award.

The Daily News | Sep 28, 2023

College students from Longview鈥檚 sister city of Wako, Japan are in town for two weeks as part of a revival of the cities鈥� exchange programs that were paused during COVID.

College students from Longview鈥檚 sister city of Wako, Japan are in town for two weeks as part of a revival of the cities鈥� exchange programs that were paused during COVID. photo courtesy of Katelyn Metzger.

The Daily News | Aug 12, 2023

On July 13, a U.S. House budget subcommittee adopted a proposal to dramatically slice up the Head Start program 鈥� making over 800,000 of our country鈥檚 most vulnerable children victims of the ongoing budget battles in Washington, D.C. According to national experts, roughly 80,000 Head Start children could be dropped from the program on Oct. 1 鈥� 1,379 just in the state of Washington.

On July 13, a U.S. House budget subcommittee adopted a proposal to dramatically slice up the Head Start program 鈥� making over 800,000 of our country鈥檚 most vulnerable children victims of the ongoing budget battles in Washington, D.C. According to national experts, roughly 80,000 Head Start children could be dropped from the program on Oct. 1 鈥� 1,379 just in the state of Washington.

The Seattle Times | Aug 06, 2023

A fundraiser to help 黑料社 students overcome financial burdens and finish their degrees surpassed its goal by about $4,300.

Afundraiser to help 黑料社 students overcome financial burdens and finish their degrees surpassed its goal by about $4,300.

The Daily News | Jul 06, 2023

黑料社 students graduated Friday at Kelso High School's Schroeder Field. The ceremony included speakers and a presentation of the Scholastic Achievement Award winners.

黑料社 students graduated Friday at Kelso High School's Schroeder Field. The ceremony included speakers and a presentation of the Scholastic Achievement Award winners.

The Daily News | Jun 17, 2023

Parlin joins another former Monarchs鈥� legend in 黑料社 coach Mickey Polis while staying in the Longview area where he established himself as one of the premier athletes in the region during his four years at Mark Morris. He also became the 34th Monarch to join the Red Devils.

Parlin joins another former Monarchs鈥� legend in 黑料社 coach Mickey Polis while staying in the Longview area where he established himself as one of the premier athletes in the region during his four years at Mark Morris. He also became the 34th Monarch to join the Red Devils.

The Daily News | Jun 13, 2023

黑料社 has announced that Perry Technical Institute graduates can now transfer credit toward earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership and Technical Management (BAS-OLTM) at 黑料社.

黑料社 has announced that Perry Technical Institute graduates can now transfer credit toward earning a Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership and Technical Management (BAS-OLTM) at 黑料社.

Wahkiakum County Eagle | Jun 08, 2023

黑料社 (黑料社) will hold its 87th annual commencement ceremony in-person at the Kelso High School stadium on June 16. The ceremony, which will also be livestreamed, will begin at 6:30 p.m.

黑料社 (黑料社) will hold its 87th annual commencement ceremony in-person at the Kelso High School stadium on June 16. The ceremony, which will also be livestreamed, will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Wahkiakum County Eagle | Jun 08, 2023

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A former 黑料社 employee agreed to pay an $8,000 fine after an investigation found she received financial aid for classes she never took, according to the Washington State Executive Ethics Board.

The Daily News | Jun 08, 2023

黑料社 is gearing up for its 87th annual commencement ceremony, set to take place at 6:30 p.m. on June 16 at the Kelso High School stadium. For those unable to attend, the ceremony will also be livestreamed.

黑料社 is gearing up for its 87th annual commencement ceremony, set to take place at 6:30 p.m. on June 16 at the Kelso High School stadium. For those unable to attend, the ceremony will also be livestreamed.

The Daily News | Jun 06, 2023

Emerson, a 黑料社 faculty member, now wants to offer those puzzles to the public. The suggested donation price is $5 each.

Emerson, a 黑料社 faculty member, now wants to offer those puzzles to the public. The suggested donation price is $5 each.

The Daily News | Jun 03, 2023

黑料社 (黑料社) President Chris Bailey announced his retirement effective January 1, 2024 during the college's Board of Trustees meeting on May 17, 2023.

黑料社 (黑料社) President Chris Bailey announced his retirement effective January 1, 2024 during the college's Board of Trustees meeting on May 17, 2023.

The Wahkiakum County Eagle | May 25, 2023

Perry Technical Institute (Perry Tech) has partnered with 黑料社 (黑料社) to create a transfer pathway for students towards a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Organizational Leadership & Technical Management (BAS-OLTM).

Perry Technical Institute (Perry Tech) has partnered with 黑料社 (黑料社) to create a transfer pathway for students towards a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Organizational Leadership & Technical Management (BAS-OLTM).

Perry Technical Institute | May 24, 2023

The drive raises money for the 黑料社 Student Success Fund, which creates grants to help students overcome financial humps that might otherwise force them to drop out of school.

The drive raises money for the 黑料社 Student Success Fund, which creates grants to help students overcome financial humps that might otherwise force them to drop out of school.

The Daily News | May 19, 2023

黑料社 fired a financial aid employee in December after an investigation revealed she received a total of $8,000 in financial aid for a class she never took, according to a Washington State Auditor鈥檚 Office report.

黑料社 fired a financial aid employee in December after an investigation revealed she received a total of $8,000 in financial aid for a class she never took, according to a Washington State Auditor鈥檚 Office report.

The Daily News | May 19, 2023

黑料社 is saying goodbye to its president of more than a decade, who announced his retirement Wednesday.

黑料社 is saying goodbye to its president of more than a decade, who announced his retirement Wednesday.

The Daily News | May 18, 2023

The Daily News鈥� Students in Need drive has reached $30,585.75. The drive raises money for the 黑料社 Student Success Fund, which creates grants to help students overcome financial humps that might otherwise force them to drop out of school.

The Daily News鈥� Students in Need drive has reached $30,585.75. The drive raises money for the 黑料社 Student Success Fund, which creates grants to help students overcome financial humps that might otherwise force them to drop out of school.

The Daily News | May 13, 2023

黑料社 students Jaida Barrows, Quiana Daniels, Samantha Deleon, and Nicolas Tinoco were honored at the All-Washington Academic Team ceremony with Governor Jay Inslee at a ceremony in Olympia on April 27.

黑料社 students Jaida Barrows, Quiana Daniels, Samantha Deleon, and Nicolas Tinoco were honored at the All-Washington Academic Team ceremony with Governor Jay Inslee at a ceremony in Olympia on April 27.

The Wahkiakum County Eagle | May 11, 2023

Cowlitz County had 10 projects make the initial list for federal funding through the region鈥檚 representative and senators, which could bring up to $18 million to the area.

Cowlitz County had 10 projects make the initial list for federal funding through the region鈥檚 representative and senators, which could bring up to $18 million to the area.

The Daily News | May 07, 2023

黑料社 students Jaida Barrows, Quiana Daniels, Samantha Deleon and Nicolas Tinoco were honored at the All-Washington Academic Team ceremony with Gov. Jay Inslee on Thursday in Olympia.

黑料社 students Jaida Barrows, Quiana Daniels, Samantha Deleon and Nicolas Tinoco were honored at the All-Washington Academic Team ceremony with Gov. Jay Inslee on Thursday in Olympia.

The Daily News | May 02, 2023

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt Speech and Debate Team earned three individual medals at Phi Rho Pi Nationals in Washington D.C. metro area.

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt Speech and Debate Team earned three individual medals at Phi Rho Pi Nationals in Washington D.C. metro area.

Wahkiakum County Eagle | Apr 20, 2023

The Daily News鈥� Students in Need drive has reached $17,380.74. The drive raises money for the 黑料社 Student Success Fund, which creates grants to help students overcome financial humps that might otherwise force them to drop out of school.

The Daily News鈥� Students in Need drive has reached $17,380.74. The drive raises money for the 黑料社 Student Success Fund, which creates grants to help students overcome financial humps that might otherwise force them to drop out of school.

The Daily News | Apr 15, 2023

Every dollar you donate goes straight to 黑料社鈥檚 Student Success Fund, which provides emergency grants to students so that they can stay in school.

Every dollar you donate goes straight to 黑料社鈥檚 Student Success Fund, which provides emergency grants to students so that they can stay in school.

The Daily News | Apr 15, 2023

黑料社 has announced its list of honor students for Winter 2023. To qualify, students most be enrolled in at least 12 credits that semester. Students with a GPA between 3.8 and 4.0 are added to the President's List while students with GPAs between 3.25 and 3.79 make the Dean's List.

黑料社 has announced its list of honor students for Winter 2023. To qualify, students most be enrolled in at least 12 credits that semester. Students with a GPA between 3.8 and 4.0 are added to the President's List while students with GPAs between 3.25 and 3.79 make the Dean's List.

Cassy Rosales | Apr 04, 2023

The debate team travelled to Boise State University on March 23 through 25 to participate in the International Public Debate Association Championship Tournament and finished third among community colleges from across the United States.

The debate team travelled to Boise State University on March 23 through 25 to participate in the International Public Debate Association Championship Tournament and finished third among community colleges from across the United States.

The Daily News | Mar 31, 2023

The Washington Senate proposed full funding of nearly $40 million for the construction of a new vocational training center 鈥� by far the largest Cowlitz County budget item

The Washington Senate proposed full funding of nearly $40 million for the construction of a new vocational training center 鈥� by far the largest Cowlitz County budget item.

The Daily News | Mar 25, 2023

I believe in the power of opportunity and access to education. Communities with higher educational attainment rates tend to fare better across a variety of indicators.

I believe in the power of opportunity and access to education. Communities with higher educational attainment rates tend to fare better across a variety of indicators.

The Daily News | Mar 19, 2023

The 黑料社 Foundation and The Daily News鈥� Students in Need funding program began eight years ago as a way to provide emergency grants for students like Villagran, who have the determination but little access to resources that help with costly classes.

The 黑料社 Foundation and The Daily News鈥� Students in Need funding program began eight years ago as a way to provide emergency grants for students like Villagran, who have the determination but little access to resources that help with costly classes.

The Daily News | Mar 19, 2023

黑料社 has announced the appointment of Bogyeong Kim to the 黑料社 Board of Trustees.

New appointee to 黑料社 Board of Trustees

黑料社 has announced the appointment of Bogyeong Kim to the 黑料社 Board of Trustees.

Wahkiakum County Eagle | Mar 09, 2023

Registration is open for winter quarter continuing education classes available at 黑料社 in Longview. To register or learn more, visit www.campusce.net/lcc. To ask questions, propose new courses or apply to be an instructor, email ehoff@lowercolumbia.edu.

Registration is open for winter quarter continuing education classes available at 黑料社 in Longview. To register or learn more, visit www.campusce.net/lcc. To ask questions, propose new courses or apply to be an instructor, email ehoff@lowercolumbia.edu.

The Daily News | Mar 03, 2023

黑料社 Foundation this week announced it chose a Longview-based family-run charity as its benefactor for the 2022-23 year.

黑料社 Foundation this week announced it chose a Longview-based family-run charity as its benefactor for the 2022-23 year.

The Daily News | Feb 16, 2023

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team competed alongside 25 other colleges and universities at the Earl Wells Virtual Speakeasy tournament, hosted by Oregon State University.

The 黑料社 Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team competed alongside 25 other colleges and universities at the Earl Wells Virtual Speakeasy tournament, hosted by Oregon State University.

The Wahkiakum County Eagle | Feb 16, 2023

黑料社鈥檚 speech and debate team competed in two recent tournaments and are now ahead of local rivals.

黑料社鈥檚 speech and debate team competed in two recent tournaments and are now ahead of local rivals.

The Daily News | Feb 14, 2023

Thanks to a partnership with 黑料社, Ridgefield High School students interested in welding can simultaneously earn both high school and college credits.

Thanks to a partnership with 黑料社, Ridgefield High School students interested in welding can simultaneously earn both high school and college credits.

The Columbian | Feb 11, 2023

Informational video of 黑料社's expected new Vocational Building.

Informational video of 黑料社's expected new Vocational Building.

the Daily News | Feb 06, 2023

黑料社 is moving forward on its efforts to build a $42 million, multistory vocational skill center in the heart of its Longview campus.

黑料社 is moving forward on its efforts to build a $42 million, multistory vocational skill center in the heart of its Longview campus.

The Daily News | Feb 06, 2023

黑料社 has announced that Author Stephen Robinson will be featured at the February 16 Northwest Voices event in Longview.

黑料社 has announced that Author Stephen Robinson will be featured at the February 16 Northwest Voices event in Longview.

Wahkiakum County Eagle | Feb 02, 2023

News and Media Contact:

 Wendy Hall, Vice President, Effectiveness & College Relations, 黑料社

  (360) 442-2491
  whall@lowercolumbia.edu