Established in 1934, Lower Columbia College was founded during the Great Depression by community leaders seeking a better future for high school graduates. Today, LCC is a comprehensive community and technical college offering 70+ programs and serving over 4,000 students each year. Recognized for its excellence in nursing, workforce training, academic preparation, and athletics, the college serves as the educational center for the entire Lower Columbia Region. LCC Campaigns elevate opportunity for our students and our region. Funds will be raised over three years, 2023 through 2025.
Lower Columbia College Family Campaign
The Opportunity Can’t Wait Campaign has already raised over $14.4 million to support scholarships, athletics facilities, and the new Center for Vocational & Transitional Studies. In addition, the Washington State Legislature approved $45.2 million for the new center—construction is now underway.
The LCC Family—faculty, staff, and retirees—plays a key role in carrying the campaign across the finish line. Every gift matters, whether through payroll deduction, estate planning, or giving in honor/memory of a colleague.
Campaign activities include Wear Your Support Wednesdays, trivia, prize patrols, and more fun events leading up to the campaign’s close on October 17. A friendly challenge is also underway: current employees vs. retirees in a participation competition, with a celebratory event for the winning group.
Campaign Leadership:
Co-Chairs – Michaela Jackson (LCC Staff) and Ann Williamson (LCC Retiree)
Committee – Armando Herbelin, Adam Wolfer, Natalie Richie, Nolan Wheeler, Tracy Stanley, Danielle Casey, and Don Correll (Retiree)
[Trivia Link – Coming Soon]
The new Welding Lab in the Center for Vocational & Transitional Studies will be named in honor of Allan Evald, who taught welding at LCC for 25 years. Known for his dedication and impact on countless students, Allan’s legacy is being recognized through a tribute made possible in part by the LCC Family Giving Campaign. This lasting recognition ensures future students will know his name and the difference he made in vocational education.
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