2023

Washington Senate budgets for LCC projects
The Washington Senate proposed full funding of nearly $40 million for the construction of a new vocational training center — by far the largest Cowlitz County budget item.
The Daily News | Mar 25, 2023

column: Opportunity can’t wait when it comes to education
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

LCC Foundation scholarship fund helps Woodland man pursue dreams of auto mechanics
The LCC Foundation and The Daily News’ 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

New appointee to LCC Board of Trustees
Lower Columbia College has announced the appointment of Bogyeong Kim to the LCC Board of Trustees.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Mar 09, 2023

Longview college offers continuing education classes on grant writing, art, software
Registration is open for winter quarter continuing education classes available at Lower Columbia College 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

Longview charity named as Lower Columbia College's benefactor of 2022-23
Lower Columbia College 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

LCC Speech & Debate impresses at OSU tournament
The Lower Columbia College 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

Lower Columbia College debate team ahead of rivals after two competitions
Lower Columbia College’s speech and debate team competed in two recent tournaments and are now ahead of local rivals.
The Daily News | Feb 14, 2023

Ridgefield High School students earn dual credits in welding
Thanks to a partnership with Lower Columbia College, Ridgefield High School students interested in welding can simultaneously earn both high school and college credits.
The Columbian | Feb 11, 2023

LCC plans for vocational center building
Informational video of Lower Columbia College's expected new Vocational Building.
the Daily News | Feb 06, 2023

Lower Columbia College plans for $42M trade skill building
Lower Columbia College 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

LCC will host Northwest Voices event February 16
Lower Columbia College has announced that Author Stephen Robinson will be featured at the February 16 Northwest Voices event in Longview.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Feb 02, 2023

LCC Athletics 2023 Hall of Fame class announced
Five individuals and a championship baseball team will soon be inducted into the Lower Columbia College Athletics Hall of Fame.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Feb 02, 2023

LCC to hold Education Job Fair in February
Lower Columbia College has announced that it will hold an Education Job Fair on February 21 for current high school and college students and community members interested in employment in teaching, substitute teaching, or paraeducation.
The Wahkiakum County Eagle | Jan 26, 2023

LCC holds job, education fair for future educators in February
Lower Columbia College is holding a job fair in February for anyone interested in becoming a teacher, substitute teacher or paraeducator. The free event is scheduled for 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., Feb. 21 in the LCC Student Center.
The Daily News | Jan 26, 2023

Northwest Voices event set for January 24
Lower Columbia College has announced that Author Elaine Cockrell will be featured at the January 24 Northwest Voices event in Longview. The event features the author's latest work, A Shrug of the Shoulders.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Jan 19, 2023

Washington Legislature looks to aid rural districts, expand trades, cut costs for students
Filed state education bills that would have a direct effect on Southwest Washington prioritize students earning dual credit while in high school and eliminating cost barriers to programs like Running Start. - Photo of Guadalupe Rodriguez by Katelyn Metzger
The Daily News - Photo of Guadalupe Rodriguez by Katelyn Metzger | Jan 13, 2023

LCC lecture series line-up announced
Lower Columbia College has announced the line-up for the Winter 2023 Community Conversations lecture series focusing on “Books that Move Us.”
The Wahkiakum County Eagle | Jan 05, 2023

Lower Columbia College announces President's and Dean's lists for Fall 2022
To be named on the President’s List, students must be enrolled in 12 or more credits and earn between a 3.8 and 4.0 grade-point average for the quarter. To be named on the Dean’s List, students must be enrolled in 12 or more credits and earn between a 3.25 and 3.79 grade point average for the quarter.
The Daily News | Jan 01, 2023

Free lecture series on books kicks off in January at Lower Columbia College
The theme for the “Winter 2023 Community Conversations” lecture series is “Books that Move Us.” Organizers say discussions will focus on literary giants, popular fiction and how reading brings us together. No tickets or reservations are needed to attend.
The Daily News | Jan 01, 2023
2022

LCC applies new 'Sam's Law'
Lower Columbia College has implemented new anti-hazing policies to match efforts by state lawmakers and the family after the death of a 19-year-old Washington State University during a fraternity initiation event in 2019.
Big Country News | Dec 08, 2022

LCC applies new 'Sam's Law'
Lower Columbia College has implemented new anti-hazing policies to match efforts by state lawmakers and the family after the death of a 19-year-old Washington State University during a fraternity initiation event in 2019.
The Daily News | Dec 08, 2022

LCC applies new 'Sam's Law'
Lower Columbia College has implemented new anti-hazing policies to match efforts by state lawmakers and the family after the death of a 19-year-old Washington State University during a fraternity initiation event in 2019.
NCW Life | Dec 08, 2022

Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble Names Ryan Meagher Artistic Director
Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble has appointed Ryan Meagher as its new artistic director. Meagher (pronounced Marr) is an established guitarist in Portland, Oregon’s jazz community and is also known for his roles as a co-founder and programming director of Montavilla Jazz, PJCE’s director of operations and director of PJCE Records, an editor of Jazzscene Magazine, as well as in his role as an educator with Mt. Hood Community College, University of Portland, Lower Columbia College, and with Metropolitan Youth Symphony.
Downbeat | Dec 06, 2022

Longview’s Lower Columbia college - like community colleges nationwide - sees enrollment drops
Fewer students are enrolling at the Lower Columbia College than in recent years, with administrators making efforts to keep up with the change of student population likely exaggerated by the COVID-19 pandemic and flexible work options in an area known for its construction and manufacturing trades.
The Daily News | Nov 20, 2022

Study abroad options now available for LCC students in Italy, Japan, Peru and more
Lower Columbia College (LCC) has announced a new opportunity for students: participation in study abroad programs. The new option allows students to take courses with an LCC or other Washington community college instructor for a quarter or summer in another country.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Nov 18, 2022

Lower Columbia College debate team places at McPherson Classic tournament
The Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech and Debate Team won fifth-place in overall team sweepstakes and first place among community colleges at the McPherson Classic tournament hosted by Whitworth University.
The Daily News | Nov 07, 2022

Next Northwest Voices will feature author Sallie Tisdale
Lower Columbia College has announced that Author Sallie Tisdale will be featured at the November 16 Northwest Voices event in Longview. The event features the author's latest work, The Lie About the Truck.
The Wahkiakum County Eagle | Nov 03, 2022

Lower Columbia College instructor returns to Jeopardy!
Who is Courtney Shah? The answer is: The longtime Lower Columbia College instructor returning to the international game show “Jeopardy!” Thursday to take on two other high-ranking contestants in a chance to win more money.
The Daily News | Nov 01, 2022

As seen on TV: Joe Kent, Marie Gluesenkamp Perez take attacks to WA debate stage
More than 300 people filled the auditorium at Lower Columbia College on Thursday night for Oregon Public Broadcasting’s debate between Republican Joe Kent and Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez for the state’s 3rd Congressional District.
The Seattle times | Oct 31, 2022

Kent and Gluesenkamp Perez trade jabs, talk policies during debate at Lower Columbia College
More than 300 people filled the auditorium at Lower Columbia College Thursday night for Oregon Public Broadcasting’s debate between Republican Joe Kent and Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez for the state’s 3rd Congressional district.
The Daily News | Oct 28, 2022

Candidate debate at LCC tonight (Thursday)
Candidates for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District seat will participate in a live, hour-long debate tonight (Thursday) at 6 p.m. in Lower Columbia College’s Wollenberg Auditorium during an event hosted by Oregon Public Broadcasting’s (OPB’s) “Think Out Loud” radio program. The candidates are Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Republican Joe Kent.
The Wahkiakum County Eagle | Oct 27, 2022

LCC's Courtney Shah returns to Jeopardy! Tournament of the Champions Nov. 3
Our very own Dr. Courtney Shah, LCC history instructor and previous Jeopardy! winner, is returning to the show to compete in the Tournament of Champions on November 3.
Jeopardy | Oct 27, 2022

Lower Columbia College debate team takes third place
Members of the Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech and Debate Team won third place in two-year college team sweepstakes at the Steve Hunt Classic tournament hosted by Lewis and Clark College.
The Daily News | Oct 22, 2022

3rd District Candidates Kent, Gluesenkamp Perez to Debate in Cowlitz County Oct. 27
Southwest Washington congressional candidates Joe Kent and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez are scheduled to be in Longview Oct. 27 for a live, hour-long debate leading into November’s election. The debate, which starts at 6 p.m. at Lower Columbia College’s Wollenberg Auditorium, is organized by Oregon Public Broadcasting’s “Think Out Loud” program and will be moderated by radio host Dave Miller.
The Chronicle | Oct 21, 2022

Public invited to share ways to ease divisiveness in Cowlitz County in final ‘Civil Dialogue’ forum
The final part of the five-part series “Community in the Crossfire: Seeking Civil Dialogue in Uncivil Times,” is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday in the Laufman Lecture Hall in the Lower Columbia College Health and Science Building.
The Daily News | Oct 17, 2022

FAFSA season starts: What you need to know for financial aid
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid filing season starts Oct. 1 for the 2023-2024 school year. If you plan to attend college next year, experts say you might want to fill out the FAFSA application as close to the opening date as possible.
AP | Oct 17, 2022

LCC announces Northwest Voices event
Lower Columbia College has announced that Author, Poet and Artist Krysten Ralston will be featured at the October 18 Northwest Voices event in Longview. The event features the author’s latest work, Ink Blots.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Oct 13, 2022

LCC Speech & Debate opens competition season with strong result
The Lower Columbia College Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team finished 3rd place in 2-year college sweepstakes at the Steve Hunt Classic tournament hosted by Lewis & Clark College.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Oct 13, 2022

LCC announces Northwest Voices event
Lower Columbia College has announced that Author, Poet and Artist Krysten Ralston will be featured at the October 18 Northwest Voices event in Longview. The event features the author’s latest work, Ink Blots.
Wahkiakum County Eagle | Oct 13, 2022

Fibre Federal Credit Union supports hospitals, colleges through Communities First Program
Lower Columbia College’s new Vocational Building Equipment Fund is a 2022 beneficiary of Fibre Federal Credit Union’s Communities First Program. The building will be used by students pursuing careers in information technology, machine trades, welding and manufacturing, as well as students enrolled in transitional studies, according to a press release from the credit union.
The Daily News | Oct 08, 2022

TDN raises nearly $40K for Students in Need
A fundraiser to help Lower Columbia College students overcome financial burdens and finish their degrees surpassed its goal by nearly $4,000.
The Daily News | Aug 18, 2022

Senator Murray announces additional pandemic relief for colleges
Lower Columbia College was awarded an additional $637,202 in federal pandemic relief funds, one of only three community and technical colleges in the state to receive an award.
KXRO | Jul 25, 2022

LCC announces a celebration of Lawetlat'la volcano
Community members are invited to Lower Columbia College (LCC) on May 18 for an interactive celebration of our local volcano. The event, which is free and open to the public, is part of LCC’s annual Earth Science’s annual celebration of the May 18, 1980 eruption of the Mt. St. Helens volcano, known as Lawetlat’la to the local Cowlitz tribe.
The Wahkiakum County Eagle | May 12, 2022

Students in Need Fundraiser has improved lives
Chris Bailey, President at Lower Columbia College writes a letter to the editor about the Students in Need Fundraiser. "Lower Columbia College’s Student Success Fund is the tool our community needs to help students fulfill their dreams of careers that sustain families..."
The Daily News | Mar 24, 2022

Kelso woman transforms after prison, Lower Columbia College graduation with help of Students in Need fundraiser
When Brittany Lovely, 31, of Kelso met an adviser her first year at college, the recently incarcerated felon said she opened up for the first time since prison about life before her enrollment into Lower Columbia College.
The Daily News | Mar 22, 2022

LCC's on campus eatery Fork & Flame reopens for first time since 2020
The sole option at LCC’s cafeteria held a soft reopening for the coffee bar Jan. 4 with a new set of drinks from Red Leaf Organic Coffee. More meal options and varieties have rolled out in the weeks since as the eatery prepared for the rest of the school year.
The Daily News | Feb 11, 2022

LCC Speech & Debate "Three-Peat" as Conference Champions
The LCC Fighting Smelt Speech & Debate Team won first place in their division of the tournament and was also honored as a Division III Gold Program in the conference, which represents schools in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Utah, and Alaska.
The Wahkiakum County Eagle | Feb 07, 2022

Lower Columbia College to honor six new Hall of Fame Members
The LCC Hall of Fame Committee recently announced the addition of six new members to the Lower Columbia College Athletics Hall of Fame and will honor their 2022 inductees during halftime of the LCC men’s game against Centralia at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
The Daily News | Jan 31, 2022

Lower Columbia College working to increase male enrollment and women in trade programs
As Lower Columbia College President Chris Bailey dug through the college’s enrollment data for the current school year, he ran into a surprising number: only 28% of the college’s current students are men.
The Daily News | Jan 19, 2022

LCC Foundation names estate of Castle Rock teacher Don Lansing as Benefactor of the Year
The Lower Columbia College Foundation named the estate of former Castle Rock teacher and fire chief Donald Lansing the Benefactor of the Year for 2021-2022.
The Daily News | Jan 05, 2022

Lower Columbia College opens applications for new groups of four-year degree students
LCC is accepting applications for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership and Technical Management program and the Bachelor of Applied Science in Teacher Education program for classes starting this summer.
The Daily News | Jan 05, 2022
2021

Cowlitz Indian Tribe donates $50,000 to Lower Columbia College
Lower Columbia College’s scholarships got a boost from the Cowlitz Indian Tribe in the form of a $50,000 donation that will double the number of Cowlitz Tribal Scholarships the school can give.
The Daily News | Dec 01, 2021

Washington State Opportunity Scholarship helps local students
For 10 years now, the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship has been giving students from under represented backgrounds the chance to chase their educational dreams, and Longview-born Anthony Garay is one of them.
The Daily News | Nov 24, 2021

Manufacturing's New School
Natasha Allen was a tattoo artist before the night and weekend hours became incompatible with her family life. She needed a career that paid well and let her take care of her children
Oregon Business | Nov 24, 2021

LCC reports 90.9% vaccination rate, K-12 schools see lower percentages of staff choosing shots
Out of area K-12 schools, Kalama has the highest percentage of vaccinated staff at 88%, while Lower Columbia College is reporting a 90.9% vaccination rate.
The Daily News | Oct 25, 2021

LCC still seeing low enrollment, but numbers are stabilizing
Lower Columbia College still is seeing lower enrollment than pre-pandemic, President Chris Bailey told the board of trustees Wednesday evening. Last year, the college dropped 15.2% in full-time enrollment, and then fell another 3.4% last spring and 3.3% combined this year in the summer and fall quarters.
The Daily News | Oct 25, 2021

Lucas Myers recognized as (national) 2021 Educator of the Year by Instructure
Congratulations to Lucas Myers on being named a (national) 2021 Educator of the Year by Instructure. Lucas was recognized by Instructure, the company behind Canvas, for his role in improving STEM education in the Washington CTC system.
The Daily News | Oct 06, 2021

2021 Summer Quarter President's and Deans' list announced
The Lower Columbia College 2021 Summer Quarter President's and Deans' lists have been announced.
The Daily News | Oct 04, 2021

Longview Outdoor Gallery updates and Install by LCC Welding Department
On Saturday, Sept. 11, the Longview Outdoor Gallery installed new sculptures. Board member David Pittsley and the Lower Columbia College welding department deserve special thanks for welding all the sculptures in place.
The Daily News | Oct 04, 2021