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Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Program for King County Sheriff’s Office

...In partnership with Shoreline Community College, 14 law enforcement officers are now trained as Washington State Medical Assistant-Phlebotomists.
Shoreline Area News, April 1, 2025

CBC's planetarium offers bilingual shows and unique events, like tonight's double-feature

...The planetarium, located at [Columbia Basin College's] campus in Pasco, is a fully panoramic, state-of-the-art display system. ... The Planetarium offers various services to the community, including free campus field trips for public schools, private show rentals, and bilingual shows.
NBC Right Now, March 31, 2025

Wenatchee Valley College Earth Day celebration April 19

...“Our community will have the opportunity to see the amazing work our college and local organizations do every day to create a more sustainable environment across North Central Washington,” said [Wenatchee Valley College] President Faimous Harrison.
News Radio 560 KPQ, March 31, 2025

Editorial | In Our View: Cheers & Jeers: Clark on the rise; vax rates fall

Cheers: To Clark College. Administrators report that enrollment has increased this year, surpassing the community college’s goal of 5 percent growth over the past three years.
The Columbian, March 31, 2025

Yakima Valley College names Johnny Woods Jr. as new vice president for administrative services

Yakima Valley College has named Johnny Woods Jr. as its new vice president for administrative services, effective May 1. ... “Our college looks forward to the experience and passion for helping all students achieve success that Dr. Woods brings with him,” YVC Interim President Teresa Rich said.
NBC Right Now, March 27, 2025

Higher Education and Politics

How federal law could hinder Trump’s plans to dismantle the Education Dept.

Many of the agency’s offices and programs are codified in federal law, raising questions about how much McMahon can reduce the department without Congress.
Inside Higher Ed, March 31, 2025