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Oct 12

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Work at CLC!
We're hiring a Heavy Equipment Operations faculty (Unlimited Full-Time). Apply online by Oct. 23 at https://tinyurl.com/y638jepz

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Oct 12

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Today, we honor Indigenous Peoples Day by celebrating the histories, cultures, stories and contributions of Indigenous peoples, past and present. At Central Lakes College, we believe in learning from one another, listening to Indigenous voices, and building a future rooted in understanding, respect and connection. #IndigenousPeoplesDay

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Oct 12

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Future healthcare professionals in action! 🩺
More than 100 students attended the 2026 Young Scientist Conference at CLC Staples. Thanks to Sourcewell's sponsorship and the support of our RN and LPN students, campers experienced a simulated emergency room and explored careers in healthcare. #YoungScientists #Healthcare #staplesmn #CLC #centrallakescollege

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Oct 10

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Our Arboriculture students recently got to work transforming the Alpine Currant planting bed in the north parking lot. Along the way, they gained hands-on experience in shrub hedge maintenance and put their new skills to the test. Stay tuned to see this space come to life. #Arboriculture #horticulture

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Oct 10

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Epic sunrise over our Brainerd campus earlier this week 💙❤

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Oct 9

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Horticulture students splitting a huge fern and bromeliad. Two plants turned into 20+ plants, which will grow for several months and be ready for the campus greenhouse sale this coming May! #horticulture #greenhouse #plants

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Oct 9

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Building skills. Building confidence. Building community.
CLC Women’s Basketball players joined the Brainerd Basketball Association at Forestview Middle School to lead a Fall Warm-Up Camp for girls in grades 5-8, helping young athletes grow their game and passion for basketball. 🏀🙌 #basketball #girlsbasketball #basketballcamp

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Oct 8

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New in the cafeteria: Dirty sodas! Let's make one together.

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Oct 8

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Music, food, performances, and connection. Celebration of Nations brought people together to honor cultures from around the world and the diversity that enriches our community. 🌍✨ #celebrationofnations

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Oct 8

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Join our team!
We're hiring a Student Parent Support Coordinator (Limited, Part-Time).
Please apply online by Oct. 19 at https://tinyurl.com/5n6mc42h

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Oct 8

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Nothing says fall like a warm bowl of soup! 🍂🥣 Occupational Skills students whipped up beer cheese and pumpkin soups in Critical Reasoning Lab. Their taste test results? Delicious all around! #fall #soupseason #soup #college #cooking

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Oct 6

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October is Manufacturing Month.
The next generation of makers, problem-solvers, and innovators is already getting to work. From precision machining to automated systems, students are building skills at CLC that keep Minnesota moving. ⚙️🔩 #ManufacturingMonth More on these three programs:
www.clcmn.edu/program_listings_alphabetical/ #octobermanufacturingmonth #robotics #engineering #machinetool #welding

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