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CPTC Students Compete at National SkillsUSA Event

August 20, 2025

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CPTC alumnus Gerald Carver in his design shop, NW Creations. Behind him are displays of samples for decorating homes.

Learning by design

June 5, 2025

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Eastside Training Center opens its doors

April 16, 2025

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Congratulations to the 2025 SkillsUSA winners

April 3, 2025

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Male Engagement Center Grand Opening is Oct 2

October 1, 2024

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Dr. Thomas Broxson is shown wearing a navy suit and tie with a light blue shirt. He is smiling and squinting slightly against a bright light. He appears to be outdoors with a blurred building in his background.

Congratulations, Dr. Broxson!

April 23, 2024

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A beautiful duet

April 10, 2024

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Dr James Neblett

We’re pleased to welcome Dr. James Neblett!

February 1, 2024

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Career Conference Returns

May 26, 2023

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Jesus Villegas Rivera was appointed to Clover Park Technical College Board of Trustees on February 24, 2023

Jesus Villegas newest CPTC trustee

March 2, 2023

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Passion for policy and advocacy sets CPTC student on new course

February 27, 2023

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4 people standing beneath a banner reading "MOSAIC" at Clover Park Technical College

CPTC celebrates grand opening of MOSAIC Center

October 3, 2022

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2nd Annual Scramble FORE Students

July 18, 2022

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Good luck, Class of 2022!

June 17, 2022

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Mobile dental clinic van with dental assistant program students standing next to it.

Free Mobile Dental Clinic Coming to CPTC

November 12, 2021

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Fall leaves behind a banner that says Respect. Photo by Jeanna Dufour.

Microsoft Cybersecurity Scholarship Program Announced

October 28, 2021

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CPTC Pharmacy Technician program students

New fast-track Pharmacy Technician program begins Summer 2021

July 26, 2021

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Mecahtronics students with instructor

Bachelor of Applied Science degrees meet need for high-demand jobs

June 11, 2021

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CPTC Dental Assistant Faculty Discusses Education and Industry Changes During Pandemic

April 16, 2021

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Governor Inslee Confirms Alice Phillips as CPTC Board Trustee

March 15, 2021

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WABO scholarship winner Angel Esparza

CPTC Welding Students Receive WABO Scholarships

March 11, 2021

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Ryan Reygers, Retail Business Instructor

Reygers Path to Success Began with Technical Education

December 24, 2020

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Chris Lewis (in pink) at Dr. John W. Walstrum’s retirement

Chris Lewis Retires after 41 Years at CPTC

November 20, 2020

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Our Commitment to our Diverse Communities

October 30, 2020

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Chef Tomoko live from Osaka, Chef Nacho live from Peru, and/or Chef Ana live from Portugal

Cooking for a Cause! – CPTC Foundation’s 14th Annual Scholarship Celebration kicks off with live international cooking classes

September 28, 2020

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Lowe’s Donates $17,000 Worth of Masks

September 15, 2020

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Third Annual Trek for Tech goes Virtual

August 19, 2020

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CARES Act funds will help technical college students afford school

August 11, 2020

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Thinking Outside the Box, CPTC Faculty Make Hands-On Programs Accessible for Online Learning 

July 10, 2020

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Clover Park Technical College Building 21

Model of Excellence: Clover Park Technical College Advisory Committee

July 1, 2020

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Class of 2020 Crosses the Finish Line

June 23, 2020

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Dr. LaRita Mongomery-Mandley on zoom

A New Take on the CPTC All-College Celebration

June 17, 2020

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Governor Jay Inslee with Mabel Edmonds

VP of Instruction Mabel Edmonds Retires from CPTC

June 9, 2020

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Helping students in need through COVID-19

June 2, 2020

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Patient receiving dialysis treatment

Expanding Access to Hemodialysis: Interview With an Expert in Home-Based Care

May 26, 2020

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3D machine vision application from the combination of a 2D SICK TiM sensor with a 6 axis UR robotic arm.

Mechatronics Students Vie for SICK TiM $10K Challenge

May 12, 2020

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Dr. Tawny Dotson, National Presidential Fellow for Community College Leaders and Clover Park Technical College building 24.

Dr. Tawny Dotson Chosen for National Presidential Fellowship for Community College Leaders

May 5, 2020

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The Power of Partnerships During COVID-19

April 28, 2020

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Alumnus Soars with Bachelor’s in Operations Management

April 1, 2020

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Endowment Carries on Masons’ Commitment to Education

March 24, 2020

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Any Osborn standing with classic cars in the garage of his business.

Andy Osborne revved up his career with CPTC automotive programs

March 16, 2020

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Two Clover Park Students Accepted to 2020 All-Washington Academic Team

March 10, 2020

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Leaving a Lasting Legacy

March 3, 2020

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Elizabeth Bock is a Running Start Cosmetology student at Clover Park Technical College

Elizabeth Bock to Go from the Evergreen State to the Emerald Isle

February 24, 2020

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Clover Park Technical College Welcomes New Foundation Board President

February 4, 2020

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Dr.Loveday at the signing ceremony.

CPTC Confirms Partnership for New Apprenticeship Programs

January 14, 2020

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Carol Mitchell Appointed to Clover Park Technical College Board of Trustees

December 18, 2019

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Recognized CPTC Alum Brings Her Passion to Her Classroom

November 27, 2019

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Staff cut the ceremonial ribbon during the CPTC Fitness Center Grand Opening.

Clover Park Technical College Unveils State of the Art Campus Fitness Center

November 20, 2019

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Plaque displayed outside for CPTC’s newest addition, the John W. Walstrum Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology.

Grand Opening of The John W. Walstrum Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology

October 7, 2019

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John Schell in front of CPTC airplane

John Schell Clover Park Alumni and Instructor for Aviation Maintenance

September 13, 2019

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Sandy Mondragon and student speaker, Salvador Clark-Moran.

CPTC Holds First Latino Exploration Day

August 22, 2019

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Shareka Fortier-Edwards

Clover Park Technical College Hires First Executive Director for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

August 20, 2019

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Artwork depicting Rocky Sandoval

Clover Park Instructor Makes Music for His Community

August 14, 2019

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Candance Robles accepts large check for the first ever Andy Fritz Memorial Scholarship alongside Andy’s sons, Caleb and Jared.

Honoring Andy Fritz in the 2nd Annual Trek for Tech 5k

August 8, 2019

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Instructor, student, and CP Rotary representative

Clover Park Rotary Club Works With Graphic Technology Program for a New Logo

July 26, 2019

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Line of golf carts drive on the golf course.

Scramble Fore Students Raises Over $20,000 for CPTC Students

July 18, 2019

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Year-End Celebration Recognizes Staff and Faculty Excellence

June 13, 2019

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Morell Carries CPTC Lessons Into Business and Politics

June 12, 2019

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attendees and awardees from the 2019 Student Awards Ceremony

Students, Staff, and Faculty Honored at Annual Awards Ceremony

June 7, 2019

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Graduating Veterans Recognized at Honor Cord Ceremony

June 6, 2019

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Man in pilot uniform sits in airplane cockpit

Alumni Award Winner Takes to the Skies

May 31, 2019

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Woman stands next to small tree and dedication rock in CPTC College Green.

Environmental Sciences Alumni Award Winner Promotes Sustainable Living

May 23, 2019

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AED Alumni Award Winner Looks to Give Back to CPTC

May 17, 2019

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Portrait of a man in military uniform in front of a United States flag with Clover Park Technical College Mount Rainier logo

CPTC Announces Brig. Gen. Jeremy Horn as Commencement Speaker

May 16, 2019

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Transitional Studies Instructor Awarded Tenure

May 15, 2019

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A group of 15 students sit in a hospital room

CPTC Students Celebrate Nurses Week with Massages

May 14, 2019

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Woman dressed in "Alice in Wonderland" card soldier costume for Halloween.

Human Services Alumni Award Winner Finds Joy Assisting Local Students

May 9, 2019

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Women holds award in front of program sign

Architectural Engineering Design Instructor Receives Honor

May 8, 2019

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Osaka Jikei students teach CPTC students how to write in Japanese Calligraphy.

Medical Assistant Program Joins the Osaka Jikei Cultural Exchange

April 26, 2019

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A group of CPTC scholarship recipients

Foundation Scholarship Dinner Honors Donors and Students

April 25, 2019

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Vernon Adams, Jr., speaking to a class of students

Former College Football Star Shares Experiences with High School Students

April 17, 2019

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CPTC Pharmacy Technician program alum Sara works at St. Clare Hospital in Lakewood and serves on CPTC's program advisory committee.

Pharmacy Tech Alum Finds Home at Local Hospital

April 9, 2019

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Alexandra Haley, CPTC logo and New Century Workforce Pathway Scholar logo

CPTC Student Leader Selected for Prestigious Scholarship

April 3, 2019

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2019 CPTC Foundation Scholarship Celebration Dinner

CPTC Foundation Set to Host Scholarship Celebration Dinner

April 2, 2019

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CPTC sent eight CNISS students to Highline College to compete in the PRCCDC March 22-24.

CPTC Team Competes at Cyber Defense Competition

March 29, 2019

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From left to right, CPTC Trustees Bruce Lachney and Eli Taylor, Jennifer Weinmann, Jay Lanphier, Michael Smith, CPTC Trustee Mark Martinez, and CPTC President Dr. Joyce Loveday.

Board of Trustees Awards Tenure to Three CPTC Faculty Members

March 26, 2019

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A total of 15 CPTC Interior Design students showcased their portfolios at the exhibition event on March 20.

Interior Design Students Showcase Portfolios

March 22, 2019

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CPTC President Dr. Joyce Loveday with All-Washington Academic honorees Ronald Hayes (left) and Nelson Nyland (right) at the luncheon ceremony on Thursday.

Two CPTC Students Receive All-Washington Academic Honor

March 21, 2019

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Mobile food bank visitors browse the food selection.

Mobile Food Bank Comes to CPTC’s Lakewood Campus

March 15, 2019

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Winter Fest attendees race on the oversize tricycles.

Rescheduled Winter Fest Features Fun and a Food Drive

March 8, 2019

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CPTC Cosmetology students enjoyed sharing their skills with local girls at the Lakewood Boys & Girls Club's Girls' Night.

Cosmetology Joins Boys & Girls Club For Girls’ Night

February 27, 2019

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Clover Park alumni Geoff and Tara Waits stand at the upstairs landing in Building 19, where they met in the late-1980s as students.

Alumni Love Story Began at Clover Park

February 14, 2019

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Heather Morgan served as the student speaker at CPTC's 75th Anniversary Gala in May 2018.

Morgan Recognized at Transforming Lives Dinner

January 25, 2019

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Benjamin Craighill

CPTC Helped Prepare Alum for Doctorate Success

January 22, 2019

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CPTC President Dr. Joyce Loveday and CAFUC Aviation Engineering Institute Deputy Dean Mr. Zou Qiang shake hands after signing a memorandum of understanding.

CPTC Continues Aviation Partnership with Chinese University

January 17, 2019

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Eli Taylor and CPTC logo

Eli Taylor Appointed to CPTC Board of Trustees

January 7, 2019

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Mary Moss (center) joins fellow CPTC Trustees (from left) Lua Pritchard, Wayne Withrow, and Bruce Lachney, along with CPTC President Joyce Loveday as the board recognized Moss at her final meeting in December.

Moss Reflects On 20 Years of Service to CPTC

January 3, 2019

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One of the giant turtles created by the CPTC Welding program on display at the 2018 Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park.

Welding Students Create Fantasy Lights Display

December 20, 2018

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CPTC's 20 fall LPN graduates recite the Modern Florence Nightingale Pledge.

CPTC Recognizes LPN Graduates at Pinning Ceremony

December 14, 2018

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CPTC students take a few minutes out of their day to take a picture with Santa Claus at CPTC's Holiday House event on Thursday, Dec. 6.

Holiday House Provides Gifts for Student Families

December 7, 2018

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CPTC's Office of Student Life distributed more than 100 Thanksgiving Baskets on Nov. 19-20.

Baskets Provide Students Food for Thanksgiving Feast

November 21, 2018

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Local cultural organizations hosted tables to provide information and activities for attendees.

CPTC Hosts Annual Diversity & International Fair

November 16, 2018

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CPTC Veterans Navigator and US Army SFC Notrip Ticey III led a processional to present a wreath at the Veterans Memorial on CPTC's campus following the annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 7.

CPTC Honors Veterans at Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

November 8, 2018

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The Dental Assistants Club's display won first place in the 12th annual Pumpkin Carving Contest at the 2018 Fall Fest on Oct. 31.

Students Enjoy Pumpkins and Activities at Fall Fest

November 2, 2018

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CPTC computer programming students (from left to right) Chad Drennan, Anthony McCann, Dakota Tominus, and Robert Wood join instructor Ken Meerdink to experiment with training their Donkey Cars.

Remote Control Cars Provide AI Training Opportunity

October 24, 2018

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CPTC student Christen Henry cares for children at the on-campus Hayes Child Development Center as part of her Early Care and Development practicum.

CPTC’s Hayes Center Receives Grant to Support Low-Income Parents

October 18, 2018

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Visitors to CPTC's Fall Program Expo check out the Cosmetology and Massage Studies tables.

Prospective Students Sample CPTC’s Offerings at Program Expo

October 16, 2018

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CPTC Computer Programming instructor Ken Meerdink leads a breakout session showcasing the "Donkey Car" built by the his program to transform ordinary remote control cars into autonomous vehicles.

Manufacturing Day Provides Hands-On Opportunities for Students

October 10, 2018

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Clover Park Technical College Pastry Arts alum Mollie Stewart experiments with different color and flavor combinations for her chocolate creations.

Pastry Arts Alum Explores Creativity with Chocolate

September 28, 2018

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CPTC alum Joe Lydic works as the art director at ProAmpac in Auburn.

CPTC Training Prepared Alum for Packaging Success

September 12, 2018

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Maylyn Rivera

Nursing Assistant Alum Spreads Encouragement

September 4, 2018

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New 13th Year Program Aims to Support Local Students

August 23, 2018

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Erika Boquet and her children participate in a craft activity with Sheli Sledge at CPTC's Holiday House event in December 2017.

CPTC Community Remembers Student’s Impact On Campus

August 17, 2018

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Goodwill brought a 27-foot truck to Clover Park Technical College's Lakewood Campus Friday, Aug. 3, for the college community to fill with donations.

CPTC Community Loads Goodwill Truck for Student Support

August 9, 2018

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CPTC Environmental Sciences & Technologies Instructor Kathryn Smith and Col. Edward Fritz place a commemorative plaque next to the Garry Oak planted in honor of Andy Fritz.

CPTC Honors Andy Fritz with Trek for Tech

August 3, 2018

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The new Personal Care Pantry is a self-serve cabinet with a selection of essential care items for student use.

New Personal Care Pantry Provides Essentials to Students

July 26, 2018

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The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce officiated the official ribbon cutting with members of the chamber and CPTC staff and faculty. Photo courtesy of David Lobban, Lobban Photography.

CPTC Officially Opens New Welcome Center

July 6, 2018

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CPTC's Mechatronics program attended the 2018 CAMPS Conference in June.

Glimpsing the Future of American Manufacturing

June 28, 2018

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Nearly 450 graduates attended CPTC's 22nd Commencement Ceremony on June 19.

CPTC Celebrates Graduates at 22nd Commencement

June 22, 2018

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All award nominees in attendance at the 2018 Student Awards Ceremony gathered for a group photo.

CPTC Honors Excellence at Student Awards Ceremony

June 14, 2018

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CPTC sent 13 students and three faculty members from the Mechatronics program to the 2018 CAMPS Conference. MIRU also made the trip (pictured in center of the group).

Mechatronics & Club MEC Recognized at 2018 Manufacturing Conference

June 13, 2018

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Representatives from CPTC's administration and Mechatronics program joined President Dr. Joyce Loveday for a ceremonial groundbreaking of the new Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology on June 6, 2018.

CPTC Hosts Groundbreaking for Center for Advanced Manufacturing Technology

June 8, 2018

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CPTC's Veterans Resource Center hosted the annual Honor Cord Ceremony on Tuesday, June 5, 2018. All graduating veterans in attendance received honorary coins and cords to wear during CPTC's commencement ceremony.

Annual Honor Cord Ceremony Recognizes Graduating Veterans

June 6, 2018

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CPTC students, staff, faculty, friends and family joined the festivities for the annual Spring Fest, which featured an inflatable obstacle course.

Spring Fest Brings Campus Together for Fun and Food

June 1, 2018

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Clover Park's 75th Anniversary Gala raised a record-setting $88,000 to support CPTC students.

CPTC Sets Records with 75th Anniversary Gala

May 24, 2018

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Magician Nate Jester spent the first half of his performance performing tricks to individual table audiences.

A Night of Magic, Mind Reading, and Comedy

May 18, 2018

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High school students learn about CPTC's Nursing program during the 2018 Career Conference on May 10, 2018.

CPTC Welcomes High Schoolers for Annual Career Conference

May 16, 2018

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CPTC 75th Anniversary Logo and gala date information

CPTC to Host 75th Anniversary Gala

May 14, 2018

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CPTC Dental Assistant student Jessica McElroy and her husband Robbie work on their sunflower paintings at ASG's Paint and Sip event on April 30.

Paint and Sip Event Provides Creativity and Community

May 3, 2018

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CPTC Convergence Technologies program alum Steve Peterson has worked at Continuant for more than 20 years after the program helped connect him to the company.

CPTC Program Helped Alum Find Communications Career

April 26, 2018

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CPTC Culinary Arts alum Jo Soeung conducts a culinary demonstration.

CPTC Support Helps Alum Achieve Culinary Dream

April 20, 2018

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CPTC Entry Services Specialist Kiko Salas speaks with visitors at CPTC's Program Expo on Wednesday, April 11, at the McGavick Conference Center.

Spring Program Expo Welcomes Prospective Students to Campus

April 13, 2018

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Eight CPTC Computer Networking & Information Systems Security students competed at the 2018 Pacific Rim Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition March 23-25 at Highline College.

CNISS Students Test Skills at Cyber Defense Competition

March 30, 2018

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CPTC Interior Design students showcased their work from the past six quarters at the Student Portfolio Exhibition on March 15.

Portfolio Exhibition Highlights Interior Design Students’ Work

March 27, 2018

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Nearly 200 students, staff, faculty and community members attended the screening and discussion of "Crazywise" at CPTC's Lakewood Campus on March 14.

Documentary Screening Promotes Mental Health Conversation

March 23, 2018

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CPTC students Lam, Ho, Christina Pruitt and Holly Williams were recognized as members of the All-Washington Academic Team March 22 in a ceremony at South Puget Sound Community College.

Three CPTC Students Receive All-Washington Recognition

March 22, 2018

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CPTC's four Aviation Maintenance Technician international student graduates join instructors and Student Success staff members to celebrate the conclusion of their program.

CPTC Hosts International Student Graduation Ceremony

March 15, 2018

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Clover Park Technical College's Aviation Maintenance Technician competition team holds up the trophy after winning the skills competition at the 2018 Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show on Feb. 24.

Aviation Maintenance Students Showcase Skills with First-Place Performance

March 6, 2018

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Living Voices actor Robert Williams performs the story "Our Revolution" at CPTC on Feb. 20.

Living Voices Performance Invites CPTC Attendees to Experience History

March 1, 2018

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CPTC Graphic Technologies student John Barger designed 80th Anniversary logo for the Lakewood Playhouse as part of a collaboration between the local theatre and CPTC.

Graphic Technologies Student Designs New Lakewood Playhouse Logo

February 22, 2018

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The CPTC Cosmetology and Esthetics programs partnered to put on a Red Carpet Fashion Show during the 2018 Winter Fest.

Fashion Show and Food Sculptures Make for Successful Winter Fest

February 21, 2018

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Puyallup Tribe chairman Don Coats, commissioner Brandon Reynon and vice-chair James Miles present the grant check to Heather Morgan and Rae Baghirov from the CPTC Foundation on Friday, Feb. 2.

Puyallup Tribe Partners with Foundation to Provide Emergency Assistance

February 8, 2018

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Clover Park Technical College alum Bryant Watts speaks at the Minority Student Engagement Open Forum on May 9.

Human Services Grad Turned Uncertainty Into Education

January 24, 2018

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CPTC, SBCTC and College Spark logos

CPTC Selected to Receive $1 Million Guided Pathways Grant

January 16, 2018

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Seven CPTC students and instructor Ken Meerdink from Club OOPS visited the Living Computers: Museum + Labs in Seattle.

Programming Students Get Hands-On History Lesson

January 12, 2018

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Krissy Gala earned her Interior Design degree and high school diploma at the same time through CPTC and NWC&THS.

Interior Design Alum Turned Passion Into Career with CPTC and NWC&THS

January 5, 2018

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Clover Park Technical College Trustees and President Dr. Joyce Loveday pose with Health Unit Coordinator instructor Joylene Perez after awarding Perez tenure at the December Board of Trustees meeting.

HUC Instructor Awarded Tenure at December Board of Trustees Meeting

December 20, 2017

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CPTC's own personal Santa Claus took photos with children and helped spread holiday cheer at the Holiday House event on Dec. 7.

Holiday House Provides Gifts for 100 Families

December 15, 2017

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CPTC Dental Assistant students continued a decade-long partnership by serving at the Project Homeless Connect event at the Tacoma Dome in October.

CPTC Dental Students Serve at Project Homeless Connect

December 12, 2017

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More than 150 CPTC students, staff and faculty members attended the Minority Student Engagement Leadership Luncheon on Nov. 29.

Leadership Luncheon Promotes “A Better Idea”

December 8, 2017

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More than 200 people and nearly 20 vendors attended the Health Fair on Nov. 16.

Health Fair Informs Attendees about Local Resources

December 1, 2017

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Giving Tuesday is Nov. 28.

CPTC Foundation Raising Emergency Assistance Funds on #GivingTuesday

November 28, 2017

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CPTC's Fourth Annual Diversity & International Fair introduced attendees to various cultural artifacts from around the world.

CPTC Hosts Fourth Annual Diversity & International Fair

November 15, 2017

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CPTC President Dr. Joyce Loveday presented pins to each veteran in attendance at the college's annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday.

CPTC Hosts Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

November 9, 2017

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Two hundred local high school students had the chance to tour CPTC's Advanced Manufacturing labs during the college's Manufacturing Day celebration on Friday, Oct. 13.

CPTC Celebrates Manufacturing Day’s Cool Tech & Hot Careers

October 17, 2017

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More than 200 visitors attended CPTC's Fall Open House on Oct. 11, as the college hosted fair-style booths for all 44 programs at the McGavick Conference Center.

CPTC’s Open House Welcomes Potential Students to Campus

October 12, 2017

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Lakewood Mayor Don Anderson shakes hands with Clover Park Technical College President Dr. Joyce Loveday and hands over a copy of the city's proclamation honoring the college.

CPTC Kicks Off 75th Anniversary with Celebratory Event

October 5, 2017

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CPTC Surgical Technology alum Mitchell Sweet

Surgical Tech Alum Found the Training & Career He Wanted

September 22, 2017

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CPTC 75th Anniversary Kickoff

CPTC to Open 75th Anniversary Year with Kickoff Ceremony

September 8, 2017

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A total of 15 CPTC Interior Design students showed off their work from their six quarters in the program at the Student Portfolio Exhibition on Aug. 29.

Students Showcase Work at Interior Design Exhibition

September 1, 2017

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AMT Instructor Mike Potter Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

August 23, 2017

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Trays of cupcakes prepared by CPTC's Pastry Arts program featured listings of competencies taught in the Mechatronics program.

Mechatronics Combines “Cupcakes & Competencies” at Employer Demo Event

August 15, 2017

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CPTC students, faculty and alumni volunteered their time and hair cutting skills Saturday, Aug. 5, to help get local students ready for the 2017-18 school year.

Cosmetology Program Helps Local Students “Get Ready to Learn”

August 11, 2017

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CPTC accounting instructors Suzanne Cooke and Lucy Dorum walking on the Walk-A-Thon path Wednesday, Aug. 9. Cooke completed fellow instructor Wayne Bridges' challenge to walk five miles in one day.

Walk-A-Thon Builds Campus Spirit & Emergency Assistance Funds

August 9, 2017

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CPTC Nursing instructor David Bahrt discusses the birthing process with Nurse Camp attendees following a simulated birth.

CPTC Offers Nurse Camp Students a Glimpse at Health Care Options

July 26, 2017

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The CPTC Board of Trustees awarded tenure to Nondestructive Testing instructor Charles Musson (center) at July's meeting.

Board of Trustees Awards Tenure to NDT Instructor

July 21, 2017

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Adam Hougland, one of the graduates of Clover Park Technical College's first cohort from the Bachelor of Applied Science in Operations Management program in 2016.

CPTC Alum Hougland Found Perfect Fit in BAS-OPM Program

July 14, 2017

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Award-winning journalist Chris Daniels served as emcee for the 11th Annual CPTC Foundation Scholarship Banquet in April.

CPTC Radio Class Helped Spark Award-Winning Career

June 30, 2017

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CPTC faculty form a tunnel of support as graduates make their way to the Tacoma Dome floor for the 21st Commencement Ceremony on June 20.

CPTC Honors Graduating Class at 21st Commencement

June 23, 2017

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Award winners pose with their plaques following the conclusion of the Fifth Annual Student Awards Ceremony on June 7 in the McGavick Conference Center.

Fifth Annual Student Awards Ceremony Recognizes Excellence

June 15, 2017

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CPTC student honor cord recipients stand with keynote speaker Shellie Willis (left) and CPTC President Joyce Loveday and Veterans Resource Center Coordinator Hope Stout (right).

CPTC Recognizes Graduating Veterans at Honor Cord Ceremony

June 9, 2017

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CPTC alum Mick Flaaen can be seen in the reflection of the glass covering a poster promoting the premiere of his documentary "A Totem Tale" at Tacoma's historic Rialto Theater.

CPTC Alum’s Documentary Set to Screen with Historic Film

June 7, 2017

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CPTC MLT students present their projects and converse with clinical site representatives

MLT Meet and Greet Provides Key Networking Opportunity

June 6, 2017

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Attendees enjoyed a rock climbing wall, giant Jenga and more at the 2017 Spring Fest on May 25.

Spring Fest Provides Fun Break for Students, Staff and Families

June 1, 2017

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Osaka Jikei students demonstrated calligraphy as part of the cultural exchange element of their recent trip to CPTC.

Culture Exchange and Learning Highlight Osaka Jikei Trip to CPTC

May 25, 2017

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CPTC Medical Histology student Allison Hughes (center) opens the envelope containing her American Society of Clinical Pathologists National Honor Student Award during her morning class on May 17.

CPTC Histology Student Receives Prestigious ASCP Award

May 23, 2017

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From left, CPTC Trustee Lua Pritchard, Trustee Wayne Withrow, instructor Kenneth Meerdink, Trustee Mary Moss and instructor Robert Carver following the Board of Trustees Meeting on May 10.

Two Faculty Members Awarded Tenure

May 22, 2017

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Study Shows CPTC Generates $187.9 Million Impact on Economy

May 18, 2017

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A group of middle school and high school students gather around a Pastry Arts demonstration in Building 23 during the CPTC Career Conference on May 11.

CPTC Shows Off Cool Tech & Hot Careers at Career Conference

May 16, 2017

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Congressman Denny Heck spoke and answered questions as part of the latest Leadership Luncheon at Clover Park Technical College on May 10.

CPTC Hosts Congressman Heck for Leadership Luncheon

May 12, 2017

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Clover Park Technical College staff, faculty and administrators introduce themselves as resources to assist students during the Minority Student Engagement Open Forum on May 9.

Minority Student Engagement Committee Hosts First Open Forum

May 11, 2017

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Ben Donan stands in front of the Student Leadership and Service Center, where he works for Associated Student Government as a graphic designer.

Graphic Design Student Earns Prestigious Fellowship

May 3, 2017

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Four-time Iditarod champion Dallas Seavey served as the keynote speaker at the 2017 CPTC Foundation Scholarship Banquet on April 18 at the McGavick Conference Center.

Foundation Hosts Record-Breaking Scholarship Banquet

April 28, 2017

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From left to right: Schuyller Nagorski (RPM Scholar), Renee Crist (America's Car Museum Collections Manager), Ericka DeBoer (RPM Scholar) and Manfred Scharmach (BMW Northwest President and CEO) at the CPTC Foundation Scholarship Celebration Luncheon April 18, 2017. Image Credit: Lori Randall.

New Scholarship Opportunity Announced for CPTC Automotive Students

April 21, 2017

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CPTC and Pierce Transit administrators and student leadership staff celebrate the unveiling of a new bus pass partnership Wednesday, April 12.

Bus Pass Partnership Unveiled at Kickoff Ceremony

April 13, 2017

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Barbara Van Hise will share her story of addiction, recovery and reconciliation at the CPTC Foundation Scholarship Luncheon on April 18.

CPTC Student Seeks to Help Others Through Addiction Recovery

April 7, 2017

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Dallas Seavey became the youngest winner in Iditarod history when he won the 2012 race at the age of 25.

Historic Iditarod Champion to Keynote Scholarship Luncheon

March 30, 2017

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Ericka DeBoer is working on customizing her Chevrolet Blazer, cutting off the back to turn it into a truck and changing the axle to make it more conducive to off-road driving.

Automotive Student Finds Art in Restoration and Customization

March 22, 2017

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The CPTC Interior Design program hosted its Winter Student Portfolio Exhibition titled "Design Is..." Friday, March 17, at the McGavick Conference Center.

Interior Design Hosts Showcase and Sets Sights on Paris

March 20, 2017

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The CPTC Mechatronics program hosted a local employer discussion as part of the Mechatronics for Military Info Session and Lab Tour on March 10.

CPTC Hosts Mechatronics for Military Info Session

March 17, 2017

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CPTC students Jessica Bracken (left) and AnneMarie Mafi (right) will be recognized as All-Washington Academic Team honorees at a March 23 ceremony.

Congrats to CPTC’s Two All-Washington Academic Honorees

March 16, 2017

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The Clover Park Technical College Board of Trustees awarded tenure to four instructors at its March meeting.

Board of Trustees Awards Tenure to Four Instructors

March 15, 2017

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Local employers speak with CPTC students, alumni and community members at the 2017 Spring Career & Job Fair March 2 at the McGavick Conference Center.

Career Center Connects Students & Employers at Spring Fair

March 9, 2017

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Recipients of CPTC Foundation Scholarships during the 2017 Winter Quarter offer their thanks to donors.

Foundation Set to Host Scholarship Luncheon

March 1, 2017

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Clover Park Technical College hosted a media event to raise awareness of a grant-funded environmental remediation course Friday, Feb. 24, at the CPTC Lakewood Campus.

Environmental Remediation Course Making an Impact

February 27, 2017

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Clover Park Technical College Esthetic Sciences instructor Jennifer Whipple is joined by her colleagues and college administrators in recognition of her selection as the 2017 NISOD Excellence Award recipient.

Whipple Selected for NISOD Recognition

February 24, 2017

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Clover Park Technical College Vice President of Strategic Development Tawny Dotson, CPTC Associated Student Government President Annie Mafi and ASG Legislative Officer Michael Clarke visit Congressman Derek Kilmer while in Washington, D.C., for the Association of Community College Trustees National Legislative Summit.

Trip to DC Inspires CPTC Student Leaders

February 22, 2017

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Dream Job Comes Early for CPTC Student

February 17, 2017

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Winter Fest Offers Students Free Food and Fun

February 10, 2017

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CPTC student Schuyller Nagorski with his two young daughters when he was in the military (left) and Nagorski in the CPTC auto shop (right)

From Military Medic to Automotive Mechanic

February 3, 2017

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CPTC Alum Honored at Transforming Lives Dinner

January 26, 2017

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Discount Monthly Bus Passes

ASG Helps Students Reach Campus with Pilot Bus Pass Program

January 20, 2017

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Dr. Joyce Loveday poses with the CPTC Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees Appoints Dr. Loveday President

January 11, 2017

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CPTC Alum Becomes Stylist for the Stars

January 5, 2017

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CPTC alum Danielle Perkins, with two of her Schoolhouse Clothing designs on the left.

T-Shirts Just One Way CPTC Alum Gives Back

December 23, 2016

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The Clover Park Technical College Board of Trustees awarded tenure to faculty members Kevin Kildun and David Bahrt on Dec. 14, 2016.

Congratulations to CPTC’s New Tenured Faculty

December 19, 2016

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A total of 87 CPTC student families received hundreds of gifts through Holiday House, a longstanding tradition of generosity at CPTC.

CPTC Continues Holiday House Tradition of Giving

December 15, 2016

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Mechatronics and FSME students listen to representatives from local employers as part of an employer panel

Mechatronics Workshop Prepares Students for Job Search

December 9, 2016

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The HAS-200

New Mechatronics Equipment Increases Automation Ability

December 6, 2016

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#GivingTuesday Raises Emergency Support for Students

December 2, 2016

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Diversity Fair Celebrates International Culture

November 23, 2016

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CPTC Unveils New Twin-Engine Plane

November 18, 2016

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CPTC Offers Thanks at Veterans Day Ceremony

November 8, 2016

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Local Donors Help Make Education Possible

November 7, 2016

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Weise Shares Surgical Technician Experiences at Leadership Luncheon

November 3, 2016

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Lunch and Learn Event Focuses on Defining Success

October 28, 2016

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CPTC Alum Takes Sugar Skills to “Halloween Wars”

October 26, 2016

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Cross-Pacific Partnership Continues with Osaka Jikei Visit

October 20, 2016

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CPTC Welcomes Potential Students for Fall Open House

October 14, 2016

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CPTC Esthetics Program Named School of the Year

October 11, 2016

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CPTC Students Share Massage Skills with Screening Patients

October 5, 2016

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Pritchard Appointed to Second Term on CPTC Board of Trustees

September 30, 2016

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CPTC Cosmetology Student Receives Matrix Scholarship

September 27, 2016

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Interior Design Exhibition Showcases Student Work

September 1, 2016

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Waste Site Simulation Shows Hazards of the Job

August 26, 2016

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Ahead of the Game: Architecture Alum Gets Career Head Start

August 19, 2016

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CPTC’s Haircuts Help Students Get “Ready to Learn”

August 8, 2016

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AAWCC Luncheon 2016

Authentic Leadership at the AAWCC Luncheon

August 4, 2016

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CPTC Joins Springbrook Summer Block Party

August 2, 2016

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Forever Learning: CPTC Grad Takes Hold of All Opportunities

July 29, 2016

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Interior Design Alumni Share Experiences

July 26, 2016

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Dakota Myers

From High School to Politics: CPTC Student Finds His Passion

July 22, 2016

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Local Dealer Shares Volt with Hybrid Students

July 21, 2016

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CPTC Welcomes Prospective Students to Visit Campus for Evening Open House

July 15, 2016

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CPTC Offers Nurse Camp Students Hands-On Experience

July 14, 2016

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Clover Park Graduate Reaches New Heights Despite Lacking Home

July 8, 2016

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A Cut Above: CPTC Instructor Helps Barber Find His Voice

June 29, 2016

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CPTC Manufactures Professional Managers

June 23, 2016

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Loveday Steps Into New Role as CPTC Interim President

June 21, 2016

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CPTC recognizes more than 400 graduates at 20th Commencement Ceremony

June 20, 2016

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MLT Students Meet and Greet Lab Professionals

June 16, 2016

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Computer Programming Students Present Spring Quarter Projects

June 14, 2016

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Students Honored Under Candlelight at Fourth Annual Awards Ceremony

June 10, 2016

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CPTC Friends Old and New Unite for Retiree Luncheon

June 9, 2016

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Student Involvement: CPTC Awakens the Force

June 6, 2016

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Congressman Derek Kilmer speaks at podium.

Rep. Kilmer: This is a school that’s got your six

June 2, 2016

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Student Involvement: First-Ever Field Day at CPTC

June 2, 2016

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Student Involvement: The Great CPTC Get Together

May 31, 2016

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Bridging the gap: CPTC hosts Japanese medical lab students

May 22, 2016

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Students pin down their future at Clover Park Technical College

May 17, 2016

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CPTC President: My Transition

May 3, 2016

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CPTC Foundation: Reflecting on Transforming Lives Campaign

May 3, 2016

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Transforming Lives Through Scholarships

May 2, 2016

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An Innovative Partnership

April 12, 2016

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A Human Services Family Network

April 11, 2016

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Emergency Phone Towers Coming Soon

April 6, 2016

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Career Center Prepares Students for Employment

March 30, 2016

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Remembering Beloved Community Member, Elnora Medley

March 24, 2016

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A Career in the Outdoors

March 23, 2016

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Veterans Resource Center Opens Doors to New Space

March 15, 2016

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Studying for a Promotion

March 14, 2016

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Graphic Technologies Graduate Designs His Career

March 10, 2016

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Mechatronics Students Learn Robotics

March 4, 2016

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Students Get Career Ready

March 3, 2016

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Culinary Arts Learns Outside the Classroom

March 2, 2016

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Graphic Technologies Enjoys Memorable Assignment

March 2, 2016

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Putting Skills to the Test

February 24, 2016

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Hometown Hero Jermaine Kearse Visits CPTC

February 18, 2016

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Student Chef Specials Highlight Culture, Creativity

February 11, 2016

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Instructor Ken Markovits Receives 2016 NISOD Excellence Award

February 10, 2016

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Dr. John E. Roueche Highlights CPTC, Bates Joint Faculty Inservice Event

February 5, 2016

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Congratulations to CPTC’s Newest Tenured Faculty, Dana Guinn

February 3, 2016

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Graduate Finds Niche as Cosmetologist

January 29, 2016

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Sustainability in the Community

January 21, 2016

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Former Running Start Student Lands on Reality TV

January 12, 2016

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Get to Know ASG President Myra Morales

January 6, 2016

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Student Leader Finds Success as Software Engineer

December 21, 2015

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Never Stop Learning

December 16, 2015

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Coding Their Future

December 9, 2015

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From Soldier to Welder

December 2, 2015

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Pharmacy Technician Instructor Receives State Award

November 24, 2015

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Earning a Bachelor’s Degree at CPTC

November 20, 2015

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Celebrating Diversity and International Education

November 18, 2015

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Bringing Together the Aviation Community

November 16, 2015

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Veterans Day Ceremony 2015

November 12, 2015

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Massage Studies Program Sets Up Students for Success

November 6, 2015

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Automotive Student Awarded Grainger Scholarship

November 5, 2015

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CPTC Faculty Receives Training on Active Threats

November 2, 2015

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Community Visits CPTC for Fall Open House

October 30, 2015

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Shrimp Cocktail, Reinvented: Chef Instructor Shares Popular Recipe at Holiday Show

October 28, 2015

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Designing Her Future: CPTC Alumna Credits Instructors, Degree with Job Success

October 27, 2015

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HVAC Welcomes Industry Members to Open House

October 23, 2015

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From Pilot to Inventor to HVAC Student: Tacoma Man’s Career Brings Him Back to CPTC

October 22, 2015

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CPTC Sends Expression of Support to Umpqua Community College

October 21, 2015

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Pastry Arts Grad Does Stint in France, Whips Up New Career

October 14, 2015

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Former Marine Forges Industry Connections, New Career in Manufacturing

October 2, 2015

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Cosmetology Student Surprised with Scholarship

October 1, 2015

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Instructor Receives PSE Distinguished Faculty Award

September 29, 2015

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Opening Day 2015: Operation Student Success

September 21, 2015

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Peer Ambassador Receives Statewide Leadership Award

September 17, 2015

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CPTC Launches Bachelor’s Degree Holders into In-Demand Field

September 15, 2015

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CPTC official joins Washington Governor Jay Inslee on trade mission to Asia

September 10, 2015

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Daughters Follow Mother’s Footsteps into Nursing

September 2, 2015

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Transforming Lives Campaign: Giving Students the Power to Grow

August 21, 2015

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Community Helps Nursing Student Overcome Obstacles

August 19, 2015

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Student Success offices return to Building 17

August 18, 2015

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Hayes Child Development Center Receives NAEYC Reaccreditation

August 13, 2015

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One Quarter, 10 English Credits

August 13, 2015

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‘Lunch on Lonnie’

August 10, 2015

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Small Investment, Big Return

July 29, 2015

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Health Unit Coordinator Student Wants to Give Back

July 28, 2015

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Growing & Showing Leadership

July 27, 2015

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for July

July 20, 2015

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Earning His Wings

July 20, 2015

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Instructor Receives National Award

July 16, 2015

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Learning from the Experts

July 6, 2015

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A New Start, A New Career

June 29, 2015

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CPTC Celebrates Class of 2015

June 22, 2015

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End of Quarter Presentation Highlights CIT Students

June 15, 2015

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Hands-on History Lesson

June 9, 2015

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The Start of the Next Mission

June 9, 2015

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A Night to Celebrate Leadership

June 8, 2015

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Preparing for Summer Internships

June 4, 2015

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Ready for the Final Course

May 29, 2015

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Learning Across Cultures

May 27, 2015

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James Johnson Receives Posthumous Honorary Degree

May 21, 2015

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Military Appreciation Month: Camaraderie at the VRC

May 20, 2015

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for May

May 18, 2015

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The ‘Esthe Sisters’

May 15, 2015

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CPTC Welcomes 3,500 for Annual Career Conference

May 14, 2015

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Medical Lab Tech Students Meet and Greet

May 7, 2015

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Tutors Help Students Succeed

May 6, 2015

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Preparing for Management Level with BAS-OPM

April 24, 2015

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Foundation Celebrates Scholarship Recipients

April 22, 2015

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for April

April 21, 2015

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From Students to Surgical Technologists

April 20, 2015

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Student Takes CPTC Degree to Japan

April 13, 2015

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McGranahan Architects Wins Design Award for CPTC Building

April 10, 2015

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Finding Community in Painting

April 7, 2015

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Preparing to Launch

April 2, 2015

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Congratulations to All-WA Academic Team Honorees

March 31, 2015

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Student Veteran Shares Story with Local Legislators

March 26, 2015

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LPN Students Receive Their Pins

March 20, 2015

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Interior Design Students Present at Portfolio Event

March 19, 2015

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for March

March 16, 2015

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CNISS Student Named All-USA Gold Scholar

March 13, 2015

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Esthetic Sciences Students Volunteer at Women’s Health Event

March 11, 2015

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Congratulations to Our New Tenured Faculty

March 9, 2015

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Histology Students Volunteer at Madigan

February 25, 2015

When the Department of Pathology at Madigan Army Medical Center on JBLM had a need for histology technicians, students from CPTC stepped up to help.

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Designing Her Future

February 18, 2015

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for February

February 17, 2015

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Comfortable in Her Own Skin

February 12, 2015

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A Sweet Side of Chicago

February 6, 2015

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CPTC Hosts Regional Automotive Competition

February 4, 2015

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Teaching Excellence: An Aerial View

February 3, 2015

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Preparing for the Aerospace Industry

February 2, 2015

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A Design Network

January 26, 2015

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CPTC President Participates in Local MLK Events

January 23, 2015

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Congratulations to the Winter Quarter President’s Scholarship Recipient

January 22, 2015

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Graphic Technologies Students ‘CPTC Themselves’ in the Industry

January 21, 2015

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for January

January 20, 2015

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Surgical Technology Instructor Granted Tenure

January 9, 2015

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noah hebert, a student in the computer information technology program at clover park technical college

Preparing for the Next Career

December 19, 2014

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Cosmetology Student Gives Back

December 12, 2014

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Building to Sustain

December 9, 2014

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CPTC Spreads Holiday Cheer on Campus

December 5, 2014

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CIT Students Present Quarter Projects

December 2, 2014

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Hayes Child Development Center Gets Crafty

November 21, 2014

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Celebrating Diversity

November 21, 2014

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The Entrepreneurial Spirit

November 19, 2014

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Congratulations to Cindy Overton, the President’s Unsung Hero for November

November 17, 2014

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CPTC Celebrates Veterans

November 13, 2014

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Teaching Excellence: Encouraging Creativity

November 13, 2014

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CPTC President Reflects on His First Year of Tenure

November 10, 2014

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Japanese Students Visit CPTC for Study Tour

November 7, 2014

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Workshop Helps Identify True Colors

November 5, 2014

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Students Empowering Other Students

November 3, 2014

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Recipes with Memories

October 27, 2014

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Campus Event Caters to Student Veterans

October 24, 2014

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Holiday Cooking with CPTC’s Culinary Arts

October 23, 2014

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Congratulations to Bryan Powell, the President’s Unsung Hero for October

October 20, 2014

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CPTC Student Wins On Wheel of Fortune

October 15, 2014

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‘Math is What You Do’

October 9, 2014

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Automotive Students Participate in Public Service Event

October 9, 2014

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Getting to Know CPTC’s ASG President

October 6, 2014

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Medical Lab Technician Students Learn Hands On

October 1, 2014

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Preparing for a Career in a High-Demand Field

September 30, 2014

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‘I’m Doing This for My Future’

September 25, 2014

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Staff and Faculty Celebrate Change at Opening Day

September 19, 2014

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Student Finds Second Chance at CPTC

September 18, 2014

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Introducing CPTC Veteran Navigator Shawn Durnen

September 15, 2014

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Peer Ambassador Program Recognized at Conference

September 10, 2014

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Congratulations to the Fall Quarter President’s Scholarship Recipients

September 8, 2014

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Out and About with CPTC President Dr. Lonnie L. Howard

September 5, 2014

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Nursing Students Celebrate Program Completion with Pinning Ceremonies

September 3, 2014

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Teaching Excellence: Nationally Recognized Instructor Dedicated to CPTC

September 2, 2014

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CPTC’s Security Department Receives Vehicle Upgrade

August 28, 2014

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Dental Student Prepares to be on Top of Different Game

August 27, 2014

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Online Program Advances Students in Retail Industry

August 20, 2014

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Congratulations to Janet Holm, the President’s Unsung Hero for August

August 18, 2014

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New Career Track Starts at CPTC

August 15, 2014

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‘You Can Go Back to School’

August 12, 2014

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Female Leaders Highlight Annual AAWCC Luncheon

August 11, 2014

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2014 Puget Sound Energy Distinguished Faculty Award

August 7, 2014

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Alum’s Software Benefits Hemodialysis Technician Students

August 1, 2014

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Navigator Guides Students to Careers

July 30, 2014

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Nurse Camp

July 28, 2014

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Student Pursues Career to Help Others

July 18, 2014

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Congratulations to the President’s Unsung Hero for July, CPTC’s Graduation Committee

July 14, 2014

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CPTC to Debut Two New Programs Fall Quarter

July 10, 2014

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Local Artist Creates Public Artwork for Clover Park Technical College

July 9, 2014

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Automotive Technician Program Receives Biodiesel Machine

July 8, 2014

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From Football to the Classroom

July 1, 2014

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Human Services Student Receives Volunteer Recognition

June 30, 2014

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Student Finds Direction in Army Reserves and CPTC

June 26, 2014

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College 101 Introduces New Students to CPTC

June 25, 2014

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Vision Loss Not a Barrier for Massage Studies Student

June 23, 2014

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CPTC Peer Ambassador Program Gives Students Meaningful Experiences

June 20, 2014

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2014 CPTC Commencement Ceremony

June 19, 2014

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CIT Students Showcase Programming at End of Quarter Presentation

June 17, 2014

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CPTC Diversity Committee Presents ‘The Men of Atalissa’

June 16, 2014

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Academic and Community Leadership Recognized at Annual Awards Ceremony

June 13, 2014

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Sustainability in Action: Flett Creek Habitat Continues to Improve

June 11, 2014

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Nursing Student Named Assisted Living Nurse of the Year

June 9, 2014

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Running Start Student Gets Jump Start in Architectural Field

June 4, 2014

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Seventh Graders Learn From Environmental Sciences and Technology Students

June 2, 2014

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CPTC Graphic Technologies Student Wins Poster Design Contest

May 30, 2014

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CPTC Hosts Study Tour for Japanese Students

May 29, 2014

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Education Helped in Soldier’s Transition

May 28, 2014

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‘Awesome Guaranteed’ at 2nd Annual Spring Fest

May 27, 2014

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Grad’s Career in Human Services Started at CPTC

May 21, 2014

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Congratulations to Michelle Barre, the President’s Unsung Hero for May

May 19, 2014

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CPTC Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Earns Five-Star Status

May 19, 2014

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Cosmetology Couple Finds Love and Success after CPTC

May 13, 2014

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Veterans Gather for Forum at Lakewood Campus

May 2, 2014

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Hayes Child Development Center Takes Field Trip to Nursing Lab

May 1, 2014

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Congratulations to Sharon Freeman, the President’s Unsung Hero for April

April 14, 2014

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Welcome to Our New International Students!

April 9, 2014

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Surgical Technology Students Take First and Second in Scrub Bowl

April 3, 2014

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Forty-Two Students Celebrate Completion of LPN Certificate at Pinning Ceremony

March 28, 2014

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The President’s Unsung Hero for March: CPTC’s Automotive Program

March 17, 2014

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Interior Design Students Show Their Work at Portfolio Event

March 14, 2014

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Two CPTC Students Named to All-Washington Academic Team

March 11, 2014

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Sustainability in Action – CPTC Finds New Use for Older Computers

February 25, 2014

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CPTC Esthetics Students Are Bringing Beauty Back

February 19, 2014

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The President’s Unsung Hero Award for February Goes to You, CPTC!

February 18, 2014

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CPVTI Alum Learns to Drive Donated Model-T

February 13, 2014

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Program Spotlight – Manufacturing Technologies

February 7, 2014

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CPTC Hosts 2014 SkillsUSA Regional Automotive Competition

February 4, 2014

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In the Spotlight: Hayes Child Development Center

January 27, 2014

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CPTC Students Can Save Money in 2014 by Signing Up for SALT

January 23, 2014

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Dr. Lonnie L. Howard congratulates the recently tenured faculty.

Congratulations to CPTC’s Newly Tenured Faculty

January 21, 2014

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Cosmetology Department

Cosmetology Staff Named President’s Unsung Heroes

January 17, 2014

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Dr. Lonnie L. Howard with Elnora Medley

The President’s Unsung Hero for January 2014

January 13, 2014

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Out with the Old and in With the New – CPTC Unveils Restored Model-T

January 6, 2014

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CPTC Gives the Gift of Hope with Annual Holiday House

December 17, 2013

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CPTC Students Build Machine to Quickly and Efficiently Cool Soda

December 9, 2013

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In the Spotlight Profile: Humbled to Serve

November 27, 2013

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CPTC Instructor Appointed to State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission

November 15, 2013

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Congressman Heck Reminds Ceremony Attendees to Restate Commitment to Veterans

November 8, 2013

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Dr. Lonnie L. Howard and Dr. John Walstrum at the opening of Clover Park Technical College's Health Sciences Facility

Health Sciences Facility Dedicated

September 20, 2013

On Sept. 20, 2013 CPTC dedicates the new Health Sciences Facility.

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