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CBC offers over 300 scholarships through the CBC Foundation. A single scholarship application allows you to apply for all of them. We offer scholarships based on field of study, financial need, academic performance and more.

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CBC offers over 300 scholarships through the CBC Foundation. A single scholarship application allows you to apply for all of them. We offer scholarships based on field of study, financial need, academic performance and more. Each scholarship has its own set of criteria, but most require a minimum 2.0 GPA.

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CBC offers a sequential, three-quarter (15 credit) short-term certificate in Spanish Medical Interpreting. The program combines in-class instruction and guided skill-building activities with real-world experience in local healthcare clinics. Our faculty combine academic expertise with years of professional and extensive interpreting experience. Upon successful completion of the short-term certificate, students can sit for either the national or the state (Department of Social and Health Services - DSHS) medical interpreting certification examinations.

Our interpreting program only offers a fall quarter start.

The program takes nine months to complete.

All classes are held face-to-face, at the Pasco campus and attendance is required.

Each course is offered sequentially, you cannot take all the courses in one quarter.

Students register for one section each quarter. Each section meets twice a week for two hours, for a total of four hours per week.

There are additional lab times for short oral terminology tests.

Students must successfully pass each quarter to progress to the following quarter.

In addition to the class lecture and lab hours, each quarter students are required to complete clinical hours. These hours include a minimum number of shifts, which are performed at various healthcare clinics located throughout the Tri-Cities. Shifts are available during the week and on Saturdays. Students need to arrange to attend these required shifts, as attendance is mandatory.

During the program you will learn relevant bilingual medical terminology, along with definitions of important terms and concepts.

You will learn about standard interpreter protocols and state, national and international interpreter ethics and standards of practice.

There will be plenty of guided in-class interpreting practice, plus a chance to practice everything you learn in class with patients and healthcare providers during clinical hours.

We will practice taking tests to get you more comfortable and ready to take the state or national certification exams.

Lastly, we will have frequent guest speaker events to meet alumni and industry professionals, and to learn about the interpreting industry and the steps you need to take to begin work as an interpreter once you are certified.

All courses for the program are cross-listed as HSCI and SPAN. Cross-listed means that the same individual course can be designated in one of two places on your transcript, depending on your academic intent.

Students that complete all three quarters registered with the HSCI prefix will be eligible for the short-term certificate annotation on their transcript. Students that complete the courses using the SPAN prefix will not be eligible for the transcript annotation.

If you plan to apply to a CBC Health Science Program such as Nursing or Radiologic Technology, you should select the HSCI prefix, as the completion of the short-term SMIP certificate may count as a point on the admissions index.

If you qualify for financial aid, you may wish to select the SPAN prefix. If you qualify for financial assistance through the Workforce Education Center (WEC) or other vocational assistance, you should choose the HSCI prefix.

Course registration is an important decision, and we recommend that you speak to our Arts, Humanities and Communication (AHC) Completion Coach to help you decide.

Fall

HSCI 148 Spanish Medical Interpreting I (5 credits)
or

SPAN 281 Spanish Medical Interpreting I (5 credits)

Winter

HSCI 149 Spanish Medical Interpreting II (5 credits)
or

SPAN 282 Spanish Medical Interpreting II (5 credits)

Spring

HSCI 150 Spanish Medical Interpreting III (5 credits)
or

SPAN 283 Spanish Medical Interpreting III (5 credits)

There are no required prerequisite courses for the Spanish Medical Interpreting Program. For students who wish to improve their Spanish language proficiency, we recommend any of the Spanish for Spanish Speakers courses.

SPAN 205 Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5 credits)

SPAN 206 Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5 credits)

SPAN 207 Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5 credits)

We recommend students take Medical Terminology either before starting the program, or at the same time, however it is not a prerequisite.

HSCI 147 Medical Terminology (5 credits)

Applicants do not need to take any math or English assessment tests.

Students may qualify for traditional or vocational financial assistance with the Spanish Medical Interpreting Program through one of several programs. Additional information will be provided.

If you would like more information about our program, please attend one of our frequent Informational Sessions. During the session, questions will be answered by the Program Coordinator and an AHC Completion Coach. Anyone interested in a career as a healthcare interpreter should attend. These sessions are free and open to the public. Check out the dates for upcoming sessions and register via our CBC calendar.

Each state, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. protectorates vary in what professions they require to be licensed and the educational requirements for those licenses. It's important to understand whether the degree or certificate you obtain from CBC will meet the educational eligibility requirements for a license in the state in which you plan to practice.
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The test evaluates oral and reading proficiency in English and Spanish.

It can only be taken once per academic year.

There is no cost to take the test.

You do not need to be a CBC student to take the test.

Read the information in the Entrance Test Orientation Canvas Class to familiarize yourself with the entrance test.

The last step in this Canvas class is to schedule your entrance test.

Entrance tests are administered in-person, on our Pasco campus.

Dates will vary per calendar year, by a day or two, current dates will be listed in the Entrance Test Orientation Canvas Class. Generally they will be:

May 1 to June 30, and

Aug.15 to Sept. 1

To be accepted into the program each fall quarter, you must schedule an entrance test during these testing dates.

We do not have any booklets or materials to study for the entrance test. You do not need to study medical terminology in particular, as this will be taught during the program.

As you will work bi-directionally between your A and B languages, you need to have native or near-native abilities in both English and Spanish.

Applicants should be as fluent as possible in reading and speaking both English and Spanish with good grammar, pronunciation, and a wide range of vocabulary.

Here are some suggestions to improve your language proficiency. If you feel less fluent in one of these languages, focus on that language:

Read every day.

In particular in your nonnative language.

Read high-quality online newspapers and articles, or any well-written material that will help broaden your general knowledge and vocabulary.

Listen to audiobooks in both languages.

Watch TV news and listen to radio news and podcasts, such as TED talks, on current events in both languages.

Listen and analyze what you hear and/or read.

Make lists of new vocabulary terms you hear and/or read.

Live in a country where your nonnative language is spoken.

At least six months to a year is recommended.

Live with and/or frequently interact with native speakers of your nonnative language.

Practice speaking with friends, family and community members in both of your languages.

Take content-related classes in your nonnative language.

Work in a setting that requires high-level use of your nonnative language.

Become computer savvy.

Familiarize yourself with online navigation, search engines and electronic dictionaries.

Learn to use advanced functions of Word and Excel, such as spellcheck in both languages.

Be prepared for lifelong learning and be patient.

Bringing your language skills up to the level required of a professional interpreter is not a task that can be accomplished quickly. However, with a combination of determination and hard work, you can succeed in this challenging field.

In fulfilling this goal, the program includes the following:

concepts and relevant bilingual terminology in biomedicine

glossary building

basic medical prefixes, roots and suffixes in Greek and Latin

state, national, and international codes of ethics, standards of practice and their application

language access laws and HIPAA
interpreting positioning, protocols and

intervention techniques

ethical decision-making

foundational skills in healthcare interpreting modalities

guided interpreting practice

development of self-evaluation skills

business practices in the interpreting industry

guest speaker events with industry representatives and alumni

post-program completion guidance
job shadows at local hospitals

required service-learning hours at local clinics

access to internship opportunities

Spanish Medical Interpreter Program

"When I first started the Spanish Medical Interpreter Program, I had no idea I'd have the opportunity to serve and volunteer in our community. The shifts at both Grace Clinic and the CBC Dental Hygiene Clinic have given me not only an insight into what the interpreting field really is, but a sense of confidence as well."

- Itzel Ramirez SMIP Graduate 2018-2019

To become a certified medical interpreter you must pass either the state or the national certification exams. The coursework in the program prepares students for both options. However, the CBC certificate for the Spanish Medical Interpreter Program is not a substitute for state or national certification.

Washington State DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services) certified medical interpreters are certified to interpret in Washington State only. If you wish to work in other states including Oregon, you must become nationally certified.

Nationally certified medical interpreters can interpret anywhere in the US, including OPI (over the phone interpreting) and VRI (video remote interpreting) in all states.

Please note that CBC's Spanish Medical Interpreter Program prepares students in the career of oral interpreting, not as written translators. Although translation and interpretation have a lot in common, the practice of each profession requires different skill sets and professional certifications.

There are two national certifying organizations for healthcare interpreters, and both require that applicants complete a minimum 40-hour training program.

The Spanish Medical Interpreter Program satisfies this requirement and provides a much more comprehensive training than a 40-hour training program.

The State DSHS test has no requirements other than being 18 years old. However, the pass rate is very low. This is because without any training in interpreting skills, ethics, and medical terminology, it is very difficult to successfully pass the test. It would be comparable to taking a welding certification test without any training on how to be a welder.

Healthcare interpreters speak of their role as very rewarding; helping patients and family members of limited English proficiency communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

The program prepares you to enter the interpreting industry as a freelance or in-house interpreter or language professional. The language industry is booming and evolving fast, on a global and local scale. Certified healthcare interpreters are needed in virtually every healthcare facility, with Spanish being the most in-demand language. It's true that during the pandemic the demand for remote interpreting has increased, but there will always be a need for high-quality on-site interpreters when accurate, nuanced communication really matters.

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Have you or your parents ever worked in seasonal agriculture or have you participated in a (K-12) Migrant Program? The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) helps students who come from a migrant or seasonal farm-working background during their first year of college with life changing resources. CAMP offers academic, career, financial and support services to facilitate your transition into college. CAMP accepts new students every Fall quarter! If you are interested in applying for the upcoming school year, check out our eligibility requirements or contact the CAMP office for more information.

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A migrant farmworker is a seasonal farmworker who had to travel to do the farm work so that he/she was unable to return to his/her permanent residence within the same date.

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Message from the Director

Welcome to the Central Washington University College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)!

We are a two decades established support program, funded by the US Department of Education. We are so happy you are here and look forward to providing you with resource and services that will assist you in your unique educational journey.

I believe in an open door policy and even when I am not physically in the office, please feel free to email, text or call me with questions or concerns about pretty much anything. As an older sister of four, I am a natural born problem solver and "advice giver." I abide by the philosophy that knowledge and experience should be garnered and shared amongst people and believe that we only have something to gain from these types of enriching interactions.

Your time with CAMP will fly by; I can only recommend you embrace it and ultimately leave with fond memories and knowledge you will pass on to the next cohort of students. I encourage you to ask questions and be present in your educational pursuits!

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To be eligible for the EWU College Assistance Migrant Program students be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, perform migrant or seasonal farm work due to economic necessity and meet the university's admission requirements.

What is considered migrant or seasonal farm work?

Because CAMP is funded by both the U.S. Department of Education and EWU, we follow federal definitions for migrant and seasonal farm work:

Migrant Work - Migrant farm workers migrate from their hometowns to other states or towns within the state for farm-work-related employment. Examples of farm work include soil preparation, planting, harvesting fruit and vegetables, and plowing. Some ranch work, such as feeding livestock and shearing sheep, and some fishing activity may also be used for eligibility purposes.

Seasonal Farm Work - Seasonal farm workers are families who perform the same type of work as described under migrant work but on a temporary basis.

You may also be eligible for CAMP if you meet one of these criteria:

Participated in a Migrant Education Program (MEP).

Enrolled in a High School Equivalency Program (HEP) within the last 12 months and completed your GED.

You or your parent/guardian participated in the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Program Section (167).

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College Assistance Migrant Program - CAMP

If you are applying to Heritage University and have a migrant/seasonal farmworker background, the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) is for you.

CAMP is designed to help students begin their college careers. CAMP participants will receive a variety of services including personalized one on one academic advising, peer mentor program, multicultural enrichment, and college success seminars.

Eligibility

You can participate in the CAMP if you meet the following:

U.S. Citizen or permanent resident

Enrolled full time (at least 12 credits per semester) at Heritage University and not beyond your first academic year in college

Eligible to participate, or have participated, in the Migrant Education Program or the National Farmworker Jobs Program

Have, or have at least one immediate family member who has spent a minimum of 75 days during the past 24 months as a migrant or seasonal farm worker - farm work is defined as any activity directly related to:

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Below are the enrollment requirements for the College Assistant Migrant Program (CAMP):

1. Apply and be accepted to Heritage University

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3. Apply for FAFSA and provide a copy to CAMP

4. Provided proof of eligibility - requires copies of the following:

1. Migrant Education Program Identification # or Certificate of Eligibility from Migrant Education Program

2. Work history affidavit of student and/or immediate family member

3. Official letter from employer and pay stubs verifying 75 days of migrant work in the last two years.

4. A copy of the eligibility contract from the WIA-167 (OIC Washington Farmworker Investment Program or NCAC).

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Congratulations CAMP Graduates!

The entire CAMP team is honored to celebrate our 2020 graduating CAMP Seniors Follow the link below to learn more about their journey and their plans after graduation!

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UW CAMP's CURRENT COHORT 10

We are so proud of our current cohort, welcome to UW!

Cohort 10

To request more information email uwcamp@uw.edu or call (206) 221-0527

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2020 CAMP SENIOR PROFILES We are so proud of our current cohort, welcome to UW! Like CAMP on Facebook or follow us on Instagram!

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Pacific Lutheran University offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, creative writing, education, kinesiology, marriage & family therapy and nursing. Find the program that fits for you.

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Pacific Lutheran University offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and graduate programs in business, creative writing, education, kinesiology, marriage & family therapy and nursing. Find the program that fits for you.

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Seattle Central College is a leading state college and part of the Seattle Colleges District, located in the vibrant Capitol Hill neighborhood and beyond.

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"To get the support and encouragement from faculty and staff at South to move forward with my goals was beautiful for me."

Angel D., 2018 Academic Transfer graduate

"South Seattle has knowledgeable instructors and advisors who go the extra mile to help students plan their future."

Avery I., Aviation Maintenance Technology student

"I've met some wonderful instructors at South Seattle. They are always available if you need help, and easy to understand."

Ibrahima S., Academic Transfer student

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"To get the support and encouragement from faculty and staff at South to move forward with my goals was beautiful for me." Angel D., 2018 Academic Transfer graduate "South Seattle has knowledgeable instructors and advisors who go the extra mile to help students plan their future."

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Seattle University is a modern, progressive, and global Jesuit Catholic university in the heart of tech-heavy Seattle's eclectic Capitol Hill neighborhood.

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About us

We are a nationally ranked, private Christian liberal arts university in Seattle, Washington.

We are fully committed to graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling a grace-filled community.

Seattle Pacific is recognized by U.S. News & World Report for its full range of undergraduate and graduate programs - more than 170 areas of study - and its commitment to groundbreaking research.

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Named a "Best National University" for the fourth year in a row.

U.S. News & World Report ( 2020)

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About us We are a nationally ranked, private Christian liberal arts university in Seattle, Washington. We are fully committed to graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling a grace-filled community. Seattle Pacific is recognized by U.S.

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@mycollegeguru Congrats to Canela on becoming a Logger! Watch out University of Puget Sound, she's a powerhouse! Theater performer, actor, singer, dancer, and amazing student. She does it all! Class of 2024! Go Loggers! #mycollegeguru #collegeplan #letsgotocollege #theaterarts #pugetsoundbound #loggerup

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Walla Walla University | Walla Walla University

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A private Christian liberal arts university, WWU offers rigorous academic programs achievable in a supportive atmosphere from dedicated professors.

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Summer 2021 Update

Whitman students are welcome on campus during the summer to work, do research, use Penrose Library and work out at fitness facilities. Students must request summer access and submit proof of vaccination to be approved to be on campus. Whitman employees may also return to campus this summer with a campus access badge. Campus buildings are closed to the public. Visitors wearing face coverings and following social-distancing protocols are welcome to walk through outdoor areas of campus.

Summer COVID Protocols Request Summer Access

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Summer 2021 Update Whitman students are welcome on campus during the summer to work, do research, use Penrose Library and work out at fitness facilities. Students must request summer access and submit proof of vaccination to be approved to be on campus. Whitman employees may also return to campus this summer with a campus access badge.

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Whitworth is a nationally ranked, private Christian liberal arts university in Spokane, Washington, which offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

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College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)

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Wenatchee Valley College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)

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The Foundation does not provide emergency funds directly to students. Instead, we will make a payment directly to the source of the bill either by paying online or by sending a check directly to the business. In our emergency fund request form, students need to directly upload documentation of their cost and include where to send payment. If a student needs supplies such as a laptop or book, the Foundation will buy these directly for the student and contact them when they are available for pickup. If you have questions about your specific need, please contact%20us directly.

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The Foundation does not provide emergency funds directly to students. Instead, we will make a payment directly to the source of the bill either by paying online or by sending a check directly to the business. In our emergency fund request form, students need to directly upload documentation of their cost and include where to send payment.

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ENG FAFSA ¿Sabes cómo pagar por tu colegio EVENT 3.17.21

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Gesa Credit Union, the largest financial cooperative in Southeastern Washington, located in the Tri-Cities, Walla Walla and Wenatchee of Washington State. One of America's Credit Unions (tm),where people are more valuable than money.(tm)" It's not where you bank. It's where you belong. (sm)

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Since 1991, HAAP has been awarding scholarships to some graduating seniors that meet HAAP's criteria. Scholarships applications are available from this HAAP website, HAAP participating school district's resources, or by contacting a HAAP representative in your area. For contact information, please go to the Contacts page.

HAAP scholarships are based on Hispanic heritage, financial need, leadership, civic and extra-curricular activities, academic achievement and higher education goals. All applications are screened and interviews are conducted to select scholarship winners. HAAP takes pride in providing resources for Hispanic youth to pursue a higher education and hope that through their college success, they will encourage other Hispanics to pursue a higher education. Our hope is students will graduate from college and become involved in their community so they give back to programs that help others.

If you would like to donate to the HAAP program, please complete the HAAP Donations
HAAP Contribution Form at the bottom of this page and email to gabe1suarez@gmail.com.
HAAP Scholarship Application
To apply for a HAAP Scholarship, please submit the Scholarship online form. Scholarship Applicants must be from one of the participating school districts for the Tri-Cities HAAP Program. Scholarship Deadline is March 15th.

HAAP Scholarship online application (see link below). For questions email haapscholarships@gmail.com
2020-2021 HAAP Scholarship Online Application
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Since 1991, HAAP has been awarding scholarships to some graduating seniors that meet HAAP's criteria. Scholarships applications are available from this HAAP website, HAAP participating school district's resources, or by contacting a HAAP representative in your area. For contact information, please go to the Contacts page.

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This year's scholarship deadline has passed.

We are proud to provide educational assistance to both entering freshmen and current college students continuing their education. Each year HAPO awards $30,000 in scholarships to students who have plans to pursue a higher degree of education.

We provide:

Five scholarships of $2,000

Two scholarships of $5,000

One scholarship of $10,000

To be eligible, you must be a member in good standing with HAPO Community Credit Union and be enrolling in college as a full-time student with a 3.0 or greater cumulative high school GPA.

You must also create a profile or login to LIVENOW, and complete 5 of the following 9 courses with a minimum grade of 70% on each course. Upon completion, print out the certificates for the completed courses and submit them with your application:

View our complete Scholarship Guide for more information.

We will begin accepting applications for our 2021-2022 scholarships starting February 1, 2021.
Scholarships are another way that HAPO supports our communities and our members. It's another way we seek to defy expectations.

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This year's scholarship deadline has passed. We are proud to provide educational assistance to both entering freshmen and current college students continuing their education. Each year HAPO awards $30,000 in scholarships to students who have plans to pursue a higher degree of education.

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Local Scholarships for WSU Tri-Cities Cougs

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Local Scholarships for WSU Tri-Cities Cougs

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Bettering Women PEO Scholarship

Undergraduate or graduate, Scholarship may awarded based on any of the following criteria: Women who are returning to school to support self and/or family; those who may have had a break in their education; community and/or school service; financial need; GPA; leadership; and or strength of personal statement or recommendation letter

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betteringwomenscholarship@gmail.com for scholarship application

Varies

April 1 and Oct 1 Every Year

Jim Thomas Scholarship
Students enrolled or accepted for enrollment for the next Academic Year at Washington State University at Tri-Cities (WSU-TC)
Membership in IEEE as a Student or Graduate Student member
Neither receipt of other scholarships or aid nor previous receipt of the IEEE Richland Section Scholarship shall preclude consideration for the award

Interest in an IEEE field of interest
o Engineering,
o Computer Sciences and Information Technology,
o Physical Sciences,
o Biological and Medical Sciences,
o Mathematics,
o Technical Communications,
o Education,
o Management, and
o Law and Policy

1000

12-Nov &
19-Feb

PMI Columbia River Basin Scholarship
‰Û¢ Any individual who is a member of the PMI Columbia River Basin Chapter or a family member of a current member of the PMI Columbia River Basin Chapter. For family members, the closest familial relationship would be awarded first (i.e., child, grandchild, niece/nephew)
‰Û¢ Any individual whose primary residence is within the geographical area of the PMI Columbia River Basin Chapter. The geographic boundary of the Chapter is defined by the following zip code ranges: 988xx ‰ÛÒ 989xx and 993xx.
‰Û¢ Any individual residing in the state of Washington, USA.

Interest in Project Management

2000

1-May

Washington Women in Need Grant
You must be female, as indicated on your Washington State Identification
You must be 18 years of age or older
You must have resided in Washington for the past twelve (12) months
You must be a United States citizen or permanent resident to the United States
You must be admitted into or registered at an approved college or university that is in good standing with the State Need Grant Program, and are enrolled in a specific program.

Any

up to $5000

Apply between March 1 and March 30

OIC of Washington

You or a a parent worked in seasonal agricultural work for at least 2 years, household qualified as low income or receives SNAP, TANF, or Apple Health, and authorized to work in the U.S.

Any

1000

Call 509-545-0484 to schedule an appointment

FOOD NORTHWEST PROCESSOR MEMBER SCHOLARSHIPS
A full-time or full-time seasonal employee, or a family member of an employee, at a Food Northwest processor member company.

Be currently enrolled (or enrolling) as an undergraduate or graduate student in a 4-year college or university, or enrolled (or enrolling) in a 2-year community college, accredited trade school or technical school. If attending the University of Idaho, Oregon State University, or Washington State University, you have the option to apply for the University Scholarship.

Be pursuing a degree in an academic discipline and strong interest/intent to work in the Northwest food processing industry. Disciplines include, but are not limited to, agricultural sciences, food science and technology, production, operations management engineering, horticulture, agriculture and resources economics, business management, accounting, environmental sciences, industrial systems, operator, process technician, control technician, electrician, maintenance, mechanic, refrigeration, sanitation.

Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher

ERI Board of Directors, Officers, and their family members are not eligible

Interest in working in the food industry

1500

June 30

Food Northwest University Scholarship
Open to students pursuing a 4-year degree or graduate degree in an academic discipline and a strong interest and intent to work in the Northwest food processing industry. Examples include, but are not limited to agricultural sciences, food science and technology, nutrition and dietary science, production, operations management, engineering, horticulture, agriculture and resources economics, business management, accounting, environmental sciences. Students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher.

Employees and families of Food Northwest member companies are encouraged to apply for these scholarships. ERI Board of Directors, Officers, and their family members are not eligible for these scholarships.

Strong interest and intent to work in the Northwest Food Industry

2500

June 30

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Bettering Women PEO Scholarship Undergraduate or graduate, Scholarship may awarded based on any of the following criteria: Women who are returning to school to support self and/or family; those who may have had a break in their education; community and/or school service; financial need; GPA; leadership; and or strength of

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Eligibility Criteria for the National Scholarship - TheDream.Us

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The application for the 2023-24 National Scholarship will open on November 1, 2022 and close February 28, 2023. Final notifications will be sent via email in late April 2023.

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Free access to over 7 million scholarships! Get Started The TFS difference - Our massive scholarship database provides you with access to $41 billion in funding, and grows at a rate of 5,000 new awards per month. The best part is most of these opportunities come directly from colleges and universities - not just from competitive, national pools.

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Looking for scholarships? theWashBoard.org makes it simple.
We connect Washington students of all types with Washington scholarship providers....for FREE.

Whether you'll be attending in state or out, you save time by entering your profile once and letting us find the scholarship opportunities that fit. theWashBoard.org is spam-free and will never sell your information.

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Looking for scholarships? theWashBoard.org makes it simple. We connect Washington students of all types with Washington scholarship providers....for FREE. Whether you'll be attending in state or out, you save time by entering your profile once and letting us find the scholarship opportunities that fit. theWashBoard.org is spam-free and will never sell your information.

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3 steps to apply for WGU scholarships.

Now that you've looked at scholarship requirements and found one to apply for, here are the steps to apply.

1. Complete the admissions application.

To be considered for any WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student. Complete the admissions application and work with your enrollment counselor to move through the admissions process. NOTE: Returning WGU graduates should complete the Returning Graduate Application.

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2. Complete the general scholarship application.

The general application is required for all WGU scholarships and lets us learn more about you and which scholarships you may be eligible for. To access the application, you will need your MyWGU student portal credentials, which will be sent to you shortly after Step 1. NOTE: You are eligible to apply for scholarships within 90 days of starting a degree program, either before or after. You must complete the application within 90 days of your intended start date.

General scholarship application

3. Log in to the scholarship portal and apply.

Based on what you tell us in Step 2, we'll let you know which scholarships you might be eligible for. Finish up by reviewing the recommended opportunities and completing the supplemental application for each scholarship you'd like to be considered for by logging into the Scholarship Portal. These additional applications need to be submitted within 5 days of submitting the general application.

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Now that you've looked at scholarship requirements and found one to apply for, here are the steps to apply. 1. Complete the admissions application. To be considered for any WGU scholarships, you must be provisionally accepted as a WGU student. Complete the admissions application and work with your enrollment counselor to move through the admissions process.

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Most WorkSource offices are now serving customers in-person AND virtually. Please contact the location nearest you to get help finding your next career or educational opportunity!

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Most WorkSource offices are now serving customers in-person AND virtually. Please contact the location nearest you to get help finding your next career or educational opportunity!

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Join others in creating change and investing in our shared future for the well-being of Latino families, youth and children.

The Latino Community Fund cultivates new leaders, supports cultural and community based non-profit organizations, and improves the quality of life for all Washingtonians.

To achieve its mission and address the needs of Latinos, LCF programs create a vibrant community through civic engagement, healthy families, arts and culture.

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LCF provides free and unbiased counseling to over 1,200 individuals each year, helping connect underrepresented communities to health care related resources. In addition to being part of a statewide Benefits Enrollment Center, LCF also offers community engagement, outreach, and education services regarding different environmental issues that affect the health of families through the King County Dirt Alert program.

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LCF Leadership team: Our success is directly attributed to leadership, expertise, and visionary insight of this team.
Learn more about the dynamic individuals leading the way to a stronger community.

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We are always striving to help our friends and members get involved. If you or anyone you know is interested in joining us and supporting one of our listed programs and events, please contact us at [email protected] .

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The Latino Community Fund of Washington invests in the Latino community to cultivate new leaders, support effective nonprofit organizations, and improve the quality of life for all Washingtonians.

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Answer questions about the type of work you might enjoy. It will suggest careers that match your interests and training.

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My Next Move provides streamlined career search and discovery for students and job seekers. Includes a built-in interest assessment and access to training, education, and job opportunities. Straightforward, easy-to-read one-page career reports help guide individuals’ next move on their road to a satisfying career.

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Mi Próximo Paso es un sitio en español con búsqueda y descubrimiento de carreras optimizados para estudiantes y solicitantes de empleo. Incluye una evaluación de intereses incorporada y acceso a capacitación, educación y oportunidades laborales. Los informes de carrera de una página, sencillos y fáciles de leer, ayudan a guiar el próximo paso de las personas en su camino hacia una carrera satisfactoria.

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This tool calculates potential awards from the Washington College Grant and Pell Grant programs. There may be more aid available to you from other state and federal programs

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Maintained by the Washington Student Achievement Council.

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To advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, housing, health and civil rights of the Hispanic population of the United States.

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The Academic Success Center

The Academic Success Center (ASC) is here to help all Hawks succeed! Our services focus on helping students with academic resources. The ASC is a great space on campus to do homework, study, do group work and get tutoring as needed. Our tutoring is always free and we cover a variety of subjects.

Starting in fall 2022, we'll be providing a Peer-to-Peer Mentoring program for CBC students. Peer Mentors will provide support in several areas, some of which include:

Developing academic skills and confidence - learning new strategies around taking notes, using office hours, how to study, test-taking, engaging with Faculty and staff around campus, etc.

Serving as a navigator to campus resources - where to go for financial aid, checking out a laptop, meeting about future careers and all of the other amazing resources available to CBC students

Helping students understand that college has its difficult moments, and the Mentor will be able to give options on what could be done to make it through the tough times

Other services we provide include reviewing previous exams, improving your math placement test scores, studying for upcoming tests, overcoming challenges when completing homework and answering other questions in one-on-one or small group settings. You can also come visit the ASC in the T Building to access computers/printers, use our books and other academic resources, or just as a place to focus on studying. We have rooms that you can book for small group work, or to have a place to access remote services while on campus.

Our Mission

The mission of the Academic Success Center at Columbia Basin College-a Hispanic-Serving Institution-is to provide the guidance, strategies and resources needed to support students through their CBC coursework and to build self-efficacy in our diverse student body, so that every CBC student is confident in their own ability to succeed, no matter their background.

The ASC provides a safe, collaborative space where our peer and professional tutors and other ASC staff can create and encourage opportunities for transformative learning on students' path to completion, and where students can feel that they are not alone in their academic and learning journeys.

We offer tutoring in the following subjects:

Accounting

Biology

Chemistry

Computer Science

Economics

Japanese

Math (Pre-College through Calculus)

Physics

Psychology

Spanish

Writing for all subjects & classes

Bilingual Spanish/English support in a variety of disciplines

Visit us at our ASC Canvas page to view our current tutoring schedule and to book an appointment with a writing tutor.

ASC Tutoring

The ASC is certified by the College Reading & Learning Association, under the International Tutor Training Program. This means our tutors are trained to not just help you with course concepts and challenges, but also to help you learn how to learn better. ASC tutors receive regular training in learning and tutoring theories and tutors who complete our CRLA-approved training plan are eligible to earn International Tutor Training Program Certification (ITTPC) as Stage 1, Level 1 tutors. Faculty, staff, students or tutor applicants interested in learning more can contact our department at the telephone number or email address below.

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The Academic Success Center (ASC) is here to help all Hawks succeed! Our services focus on helping students with academic resources. The ASC is a great space on campus to do homework, study, do group work and get tutoring as needed. Our tutoring is always free and we cover a variety of subjects.

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Service and Activity (S&A) Fees are for the purpose of supporting student activities and programs. The boards of trustees of the state's colleges and universities have the express and exclusive authority to determine what constitutes bona fide student activities. In its ordinary and usual meaning, "student activities" refers to any college/university co-curricular or extra-curricular activity in which students participate in the furtherance of their education.

ASCBC has a strong voice in how these fees are allocated and spent. Once the S&A budget has been recommended by ASCBC and approved by the College's Board of Trustees, the College has the responsibility to ensure that state and institutional regulations and guidelines are followed.

Per RCW 28B.15.045, the S&A budget for the current year, along with the S&A expenditures from the previous year, must be posted publicly by September 30 of each year.

2020 S&A Expense Report 2020-21 S&A Budget

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A seasonal farmworker is a person who during the preceding 24 months has worked an aggregate of 75 or more days or parts of days in which some work was performed in farm work, earned at least half of his/her income from farm work and was not employed in farm work year round by the same employer.

A migrant farmworker is a seasonal farmworker who had to travel to do the farm work so that he/she was unable to return to his/her permanent residence within the same date.

WIA Section 167 is a national customer-centered, goal-oriented farmworker program that guides participants through a holistic case management system (e.g. JTPA 402 Program, High School Equivalency Program [HEP]).

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College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)

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We're here to help you soar!

Everyone has different paths, varied goals and lots of commitments. CBC is a great place to explore those paths, reach for those goals and make a commitment to yourself to improve your life! We understand that getting started can be overwhelming. That's why you should come see us at the Counseling & Advising office today!

We are here to help you. From creating an academic plan to exploring career options; from dealing with short-term personal issues to getting connected with more involved mental health resources in the community - CBC's Counseling & Advising team wants to help you reach your goals and realize your dreams!

Appointment Options
We are currently holding appointments via phone, Zoom, or in person. Please call or email us to schedule an appointment: 509-542-5505 or counselingFREECOLUMBIA_BASIN.
To schedule an appointment via email, please include the following information in your email:

SID

Phone number

Degree path

Availability

Please arrive on time for your appointment. You might be asked to reschedule if you arrive late. If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment time, please let us know. We will be happy to find a time that works best for you!

Academic Advising

At CBC, we call our academic advisors Completion Coaches. Advising works best as a shared responsibility between you and your Completion Coach. With that in mind, we encourage you to meet with your Completion Coach each quarter to develop a plan and make sure you stay on track for graduation.

Completion Coaches can help you with:

Clarification of prerequisites and program and degree requirements

Course selection and registration

Understanding your advisement report

Review of transfer requirements

Creation of academic and financial aid plans

Graduation applications

Adding or dropping classes

Success coaching and connection to campus and community resources

Although we offer many degrees at CBC, the AA Transfer Degree is the most popular. You can download the fillable worksheet and degree requirements before you meet with your Completion Coach!

AA Transfer Degree

Quarter by Quarter Plan Sheet
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What is Career Services?

Career Services at CBC aims to provide you- at any stage of professional development- with essential career readiness skills. Empowering you to successfully navigate through your career journey is our goal! We are dedicated to supporting your career exploration and education.

Find Out More!

Need help determining which career path to take? Explore your options with one of our counselors!

Watch the video!

Personal Counseling

Watch the video!

We provide free, short-term personal counseling services for all current students. If you need immediate assistance, please come to the Counseling & Advising Center - someone is available to help you now!

Personal counseling can help if you are experiencing:

Stress, anxiety and/or depression

Grief and loss

Overwhelmed feelings

Test anxiety

Relationship problems and/or abuse

Substance abuse

Questions relating to gender and/or sexuality

Anger management issues

Concerns regarding balancing school, work and home life

C.A.R.E. Counseling Services

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Yes, prospective students can apply to CBC regardless of their immigration status. There is no federal or state law that prohibits undocumented students' admissions to public or private universities in Washington state. All prospective students will be reviewed under the same admissions criteria regardless of status.

The Washington State Higher Education Residency Affidavit allows eligible undocumented students to pay in-state tuition at Washington state colleges and universities.

To be eligible to sign this affidavit, you must:

Earn a high school diploma, GED, or diploma equivalent before your first term at the college determining residency, and

Maintain a primary residence in Washington for at least 12 consecutive months immediately before your first term at the college determining residency. The Washington residence must be for purposes other than college. If you take any courses at another Washington college during the prior 12 months, you cannot have taken more than six credits in any given term. If you exceed that limit you must prove that you have a Washington residence for non-college reasons.

If you do not yet have a high school diploma or GED and would like additional information, please visit our High School Programs page. These resources are available for undocumented students.

Washington State Higher Education Residency Affidavit

Yes, you do not need to be a DACA recipient to be eligible for state financial aid through the WASFA. You must meet the following requirements to be eligible for state financial aid through the WASFA:

You have received a high school diploma (or equivalent).

You maintained a primary residence in Washington for at least 12 consecutive months immediately before your first term at the college determining residency. The Washington residence must be for purposes other than college. If you take any courses at another Washington college during the prior 12 months, you cannot have taken more than six credits in any given term. If you exceed that limit you must prove that you have a Washington residence for non-college reasons.

You will affirm that you are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or that you will file an application to become a permanent resident of the United States as soon as you are eligible to apply.

No, completion of the WASFA is not required for admission to CBC.

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Resources for DACA and Undocumented Students

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Yes, prospective students can apply to CBC regardless of their immigration status. There is no federal or state law that prohibits undocumented students' admissions to public or private universities in Washington state. All prospective students will be reviewed under the same admissions criteria regardless of status.

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What is Disability Support Services?

Disability Support Services (DSS) is dedicated to ensuring equal access and inclusion for all students with either provisional or permanent physical, health, learning, sensory or psychological disabilities. Accommodations may include adaptive equipment, technology, testing, classroom tools and information.

Are you experiencing learning challenges? Do you study, but don't get the grades you want? Do you have trouble understanding what you read? Is there a subject that seems harder than it should? Is it difficult to pay attention in class?

DSS might be able to help you get the answers you need! Come in or call us for an appointment today. We may be able to refer you for a formal evaluation at no cost to you!

Privacy is our priority, however, faculty and staff may be informed of your need for reasonable accommodations once you qualify for services. Information regarding a student's disability is considered confidential and will not be released without written permission.

DSS Office Location

New to DSS?

Getting started with the DSS office is a simple two-step process, which will be complete when you have activated your accommodation and receive an Accommodation Letter to share with your instructors. So, let's get started.

1. Gather your documentation, for help, see our Documentation Guidelines.

2. Call the office at 509-542-4412 to schedule an Intake Appointment with an Accessibility Specialist, and email your documentation at this point to .dssFREECOLUMBIA_BASIN

Individualized Interactive Accommodation Process (Step-by-Step)

The student contacts Disability Support Services (DSS) and our office schedules a meeting for the student with an Accessibility Specialist to discuss their current academic accessibility needs. Students are encouraged to bring supporting medical documentation to the meeting. A student may meet with a Specialist multiple times before their accommodation request is submitted.

*Please Note: The accommodation request takes about 7-10 business days to process after the intake meeting.

The DSS Office staff reviews and evaluates the information and documentation provided by the student to determine whether the requested accommodation is necessary and reasonable.

When an accommodation request is approved, the student will receive an approval/activation email from their Accessibility Specialist. The email will include a link to the Quarterly Activation Form.

1. The student is responsible for clicking the link and completing the short Quarterly Activation Form to activate their accommodations.

2. After activating the accommodations, the student will receive an email from the DSS office with an accommodation letter for the current quarter.

*If the student does not complete the activation form, the accommodation letter will not be sent and their accommodations will not be activated for the current quarter.

After activating and receiving an accommodation letter, students are responsible for giving a copy of their accommodation letters to their instructors. This can be a physical copy or a virtual one.

*If the student does not give their instructor the accommodation letter, then the accommodations cannot be implemented.

Accommodations are denied if they are unnecessary and/or unreasonable. Some of the factors considered include, but are not limited to, lack of medical documentation, or disability related need for the accommodation, or the requested accommodation imposes an undue financial and/or administrative burden on the College, fundamentally alters the standards of a course or program, or would pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others or would cause substantial damage to the property of others.

If an accommodation request is denied, the student will receive a notification email from their Accessibility Specialist, which will include the reason for the denial. The student may contact their Accessibility Specialist to provide the necessary documentation, adjust the accommodation or learn about alternative available resources.

If the student is dissatisfied with the outcome after working with the Accessibility Specialist to address a denial of accommodation, the student may request a Reconsideration Meeting with the DSS Director by contacting their Accessibility Specialist or the DSS Office at dssFREECOLUMBIA_BASIN.

The Accessibility Specialist and DSS Director will meet with the student to discuss the accommodation request.

1. The student will have an opportunity to share any new information and/or documentation pertaining to the request for accommodation.

2. Following the meeting, the DSS Director will evaluate any new information and/or documentation provided by the student.

3. The DSS Director may consult with other College officials as needed regarding course and/or program requirements, applicable policies or regulations or other information relevant to the accommodation request to make a final determination.

4. The DSS Director will notify the student of the final determination or need for follow-up within 5 business days of the meeting.

How Disability Services Differ Between High School and College:

High School: School personnel may suspect there is a problem and notify the parents or guardian. The school may request permission to either test the student, or recommend the parents or guardian take the student to see a specialist.

High School: The parents are the main point of contact for the school, although this may change over time.

College: The student is the only point of contact for the college unless the student has specifically allowed it by filling out a Release of Information (ROI).

High School: Usually only done once a year in a meeting that is organized by the student's case manager, this may also be their teacher.

High School: The meeting is usually attended by the student, guardian, case manager and likely several members of the school staff including teachers and administrators.

High School: The student may take special classes that address their disability. They may also receive extra help studying by school personnel. Graduation may not be dependent on passing specific standards.

Meet Our Team

As the Director of Disability Support Services, my job is focused on reducing and removing barriers to access across campus. By reviewing accommodation requests, creating accessibility initiatives and collaborating on institutional practices, I am able to help improve student success both inside and outside the classroom.

Contact me:
509-544-4904
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My job helps students have the right tools for the job, which includes the belief that they are capable of great things.

Contact me:
509-542-4661
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My role as an accessibility specialist allows me to work alongside my students to gather them a supply of tools and resources that they can then use to build and create their own success. I may help students get started or steady, but in the end, they can attribute their success to being the phenomenal individuals that they prove themselves to be each day.

Contact me:
509-542-5557
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As part of the Assistive Technology team, I help students find technology-based solutions to ensure they can access content in their coursework and across campus, as well as the training they need to utilize the technology they use. I also help ensure our digital content is accessible to students and the greater community.

Contact me:
509-543-1448
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I influence student success while interacting with students at the front desk, making it a supportive encounter and through the management of Test Proctoring, making sure it is run as smoothly as possible for our students and instructors. Behind the scenes, I work on the budget and organization for the group that help to ensure a positive experience for students who utilize our services.

Contact me:
509-542-5525
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"Disability Support Services is awesome. They are always helpful and courteous to both faculty and students. The team is there not only to help students achieve, but also to facilitate faculty in equitably assessing student progress."

-Cara Anderson, Assistant Professor for Business

"I am so grateful for the dedicated staff of Disability Support Services (formerly Resource Center) for their commitment to helping faculty provide necessary accommodations to qualifying students. In my nearly 30 years at CBC, many of my students have used their services, mostly for students requiring extra time or other testing accommodations. They have been well organized, giving clear directions and protocols to both students and faculty. When I have forgotten to provide some necessary item, they have given reminder emails or calls. When something goes wrong, they are flexible and make sure that the end result is that the student gets their full accommodation. They go out of their way, including working long hours, to make sure that the student (and faculty) gets what they need. In their capacity, they could take a bureaucratic and officious position, but they go the extra mile with a smile, instead."

-Meg Bartrand, Senior Professor of Mathematics

What are your rights?

You have a right to services and reasonable accommodations which ensures that you have equal access to all programs and services provided by Columbia Basin College.

Faculty and staff may be informed of your need for reasonable accommodation once you qualify for services. Information regarding a student's disability is considered confidential. Information will not be released without the expressed written permission of the student.

FEDERAL LAW STATES:

"No qualified individual with a disability shall, by reason of such disability, be excluded from the participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of any public entity, or be subject to discrimination by any such entity."

Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990
Section 202

"No otherwise qualified, handicapped individual in the United States shall solely by reasons of his/her handicap, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance."

Rehabilitation Act of Congress, 1973 Title V; Section 504

Students are encouraged to resolve concerns by first contacting Disability Support Services, 509- 542-4412 or 1-800-833-6384 Relay Services for deaf and hard of hearing, to discuss their issues. It is in everyone's best interest that disputes over reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities be settled as quickly and informally as possible. Columbia Basin College also offers a formal procedure for students to lodge a complaint or grievance with the institution. However, anyone who believes there has been an act of discrimination by the College on the basis of disability against any person or group may file a complaint with the:
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights
1-800-421-3481 (VOICE)1-800-877-8339 (TDD)
Washington State Human Rights Commission
1-800-233-3247

If you need this notice in an alternative format, please Contact Disability Support Services.

T Building, Room T403 2600 N. 20th Avenue MS-T7
Pasco, WA 99301 509-542-4412

MAILING ADDRESS:

Disability Support Services
Columbia Basin College
2600 N. 20 th Ave, MS-T7
Pasco, WA 99301

PHYSICAL ADDRESS:

Disability Support Services
Columbia Basin College
2600 N. 20 th Ave,
T Building, Room T403
Pasco, WA 99301

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For as little as $25 per quarter, you can take English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes at CBC to:

improve your reading, writing, speaking, listening and employability skills in English.

develop your English language skills from basic to advanced levels.

Varying levels of instruction are offered to serve a range of English skill levels, whether you have no prior experience or are nearly ready for college-level work.

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Applying for financial aid can help you cover the costs of tuition, books and living expenses during your time at CBC so you can focus on being a successful student.

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Apply for a CBC Foundation Scholarship

CBC offers over 300 scholarships through the CBC Foundation. A single scholarship application allows you to apply for all of them. We offer scholarships based on field of study, financial need, academic performance and more.

Each scholarship has its own set of criteria, but most require a minimum 2.0 GPA. You do not have to be FAFSA or WASFA eligible in order to apply.

Did you miss the deadline for scholarships this year? Good news! The CBC Foundation opened up a second scholarship cycle for anyone who was not able to apply in the first round. This cycle opened on September 1 and will close October 9. These awards will be applying to winter and spring quarter only.

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CBC’s High School Equivalency Program (HEP) helps close the educational gap experienced by migrating families. Our program provides migrant and seasonal farmworkers and their children with an intensive study program to earn their GED® and continue on to college or employment.

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Be prepared to serve effectively in cross-cultural communities around the globe!

Do you want a deeper understanding of other cultures as well as your own? Intercultural Studies at Columbia Basin College (CBC) exposes you to the immense cultural diversity in the world through the study of politics, communications, history, language and culture.

Intercultural Studies enhance your communication skills and build your cultural competency, and can serve as a stepping stone to a four-year degree in several subject areas, such as:

Latin American Studies

Asian Studies

Native American or Indigenous Studies

Ethnic Studies

History

Sociology

Intercultural Studies will benefit you no matter what career path you pursue.

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Math, Engineering & Science Achievement (MESA)

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What is MESA?

You've probably heard a lot about STEM already, right? Degrees in science, technology, engineering or math have become more popular than ever before as the world rushes to keep up with innovations, theories and design burgeoning before us. The MESA program at CBC wants to help students like you, who are interested in pursuing degrees and careers in these important fields, by providing extra support through advising, internship and career opportunities as well as professional development even while you are still a student.

The goal of MESA is to increase the number of historically underrepresented community college students who transfer to a four-year institution and earn a STEM bachelor's degree. Ultimately, we aim to diversify the STEM workforce by addressing challenges students like you face in education and career development.

MESA Eligibility

You are invited to join MESA if you:

Belong to a historically underrepresented population in STEM, including African American, Native American, Hispanic, Pacific Islander and female-identified groups

Intend to transfer to a four-year institution in pursuit of a calculus-based STEM degree

Are a first-generation college student

Come from an economically disadvantaged background

Do not hold a bachelor's degree in any field

Are a citizen or resident of the United States, DACA-eligible or undocumented

Benefits of Joining MESA

Once you qualify, you can receive a wide range of services to help you excel academically and professionally, including:

Academic advising

Academic excellence workshops

Career and professional development

Industry connections

Study center (located in T128)

Transfer assistance

STEM conferences

University tours

STEM 101 Orientation Module

Apply today!

"MESA not only helped guide me while choosing my classes, major and possible universities to transfer to while at CBC; it gave me a family-like support system that I feel confident returning to for support and guidance."

-Lourdes Romero, CBC MESA Graduate

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M.A., B.A., Washington State University

Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Educator of the Year, 2020

LULAC Club Faculty Advisor, 2019 to present

CBC Faculty Mentor, 2018 to present

Student Conduct Board and Student Appeals Board Member, 2018 to present

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Member, 2018 to present

School Advisory Council Member for St. Patrick Catholic School, 2014 to 2017

World Languages Department Lead, Columbia Basin College, 2002 to 2017 and 2020 to present

Latino Leadership Advisory Committee, 2014 to 2016

CBC Faculty Senator, 2004 to 2006 and 2010 to 2012

Latina/o Culture Club Faculty Advisor, 2009-2012

CBC Board of Trustees, Celebrating Excellence Honoree, 2011

Coordinator & Instructor for the CBC Centro Bilingüe Summer Camps, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2010

NISOD Excellence in Teaching Award Recipient, 2007

CBC Foundation Faculty Excellence Award Recipient for a U.S. Latino Culture Lecture Series in South America, 2006

National Endowment for the Humanities Institute Fellow in a program entitled, Mesoamerica and the Southwest: A New History for a New Land, traveling throughout Mexico and the U.S. Southwest, 2004

CBC Upward Bound Program, Latino Culture Instructor, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2005

"Zoot Suit," CBC Theatre Production Consultant, Casting Assistant and Actor, 2001

Chairperson for the Pasco Southwest Voter Registration Education Project, 2000

Dolores Huerta visits and guest speaks at CBC, Lead Coordinator, March 2000

Program Director for the Bilingual Reading Outreach Program, a $40,000 community service project that provided tutoring for elementary and middle school students in the Pasco School District by Columbia Basin College bilingual students, 1999 to 2001

Hispanic Academic Achievement Project (HAAP) Member, 1998 to 2000

CBC Multicultural Advisory Committee Chairperson, 1998 to 2000

Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán (MEChA) Faculty Advisor, 1996 to 2004

Washington Association of Foreign Language Teachers (WAFLT) Member, 1996 to present

CBC Student Wellbeing and Learning Equity Scale (SWALES) Pilot Study, 2019

Interviewee for an article entitled "Analyzing the Vocabulary Demands of Introductory College Courses" published in The American Biology Teacher journal, March 2016

StoryCorps Alumnus for recorded interviews archived at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C., 2011

Presenter for a Caminos Hacia Aztlán (Road to Aztlán) lecture series in Argentina on the Mexican-American Experience, 2009

Project Faculty Member for the Race and Ethnicity in the Mid-Columbian Basin, National Endowment for the Humanities Grant Program, 2004 to 2006

National Endowment for the Humanities Institute Fellow in a program entitled, Mesoamerica and the Southwest: A New History for a New Land, traveling throughout Mexico and the U.S. Southwest, 2004

HACU International Conference Participant in Guadalajara, Mexico, Summer 2003

Travel Abroad Assistant Coordinator for international group travel to Portugal, Spain, Italy and Japan 2000, 2004, 2005 and 2008

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Spanish Medical Interpreter Program (SMIP)

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CBC offers a sequential, three-quarter (15 credit) short-term certificate in Spanish Medical Interpreting. The program combines in-class instruction and guided skill-building activities with real-world experience in local healthcare clinics. Our faculty combine academic expertise with years of professional and extensive interpreting experience. Upon successful completion of the short-term certificate, students can sit for either the national or the state (Department of Social and Health Services - DSHS) medical interpreting certification examinations.

Our interpreting program only offers a fall quarter start.

The program takes nine months to complete.

All classes are held face-to-face, at the Pasco campus and attendance is required.

Each course is offered sequentially, you cannot take all the courses in one quarter.

Students register for one section each quarter. Each section meets twice a week for two hours, for a total of four hours per week.

There are additional lab times for short oral terminology tests.

Students must successfully pass each quarter to progress to the following quarter.

In addition to the class lecture and lab hours, each quarter students are required to complete clinical hours. These hours include a minimum number of shifts, which are performed at various healthcare clinics located throughout the Tri-Cities. Shifts are available during the week and on Saturdays. Students need to arrange to attend these required shifts, as attendance is mandatory.

During the program you will learn relevant bilingual medical terminology, along with definitions of important terms and concepts.

You will learn about standard interpreter protocols and state, national and international interpreter ethics and standards of practice.

There will be plenty of guided in-class interpreting practice, plus a chance to practice everything you learn in class with patients and healthcare providers during clinical hours.

We will practice taking tests to get you more comfortable and ready to take the state or national certification exams.

Lastly, we will have frequent guest speaker events to meet alumni and industry professionals, and to learn about the interpreting industry and the steps you need to take to begin work as an interpreter once you are certified.

All courses for the program are cross-listed as HSCI and SPAN. Cross-listed means that the same individual course can be designated in one of two places on your transcript, depending on your academic intent.

Students that complete all three quarters registered with the HSCI prefix will be eligible for the short-term certificate annotation on their transcript. Students that complete the courses using the SPAN prefix will not be eligible for the transcript annotation.

If you plan to apply to a CBC Health Science Program such as Nursing or Radiologic Technology, you should select the HSCI prefix, as the completion of the short-term SMIP certificate may count as a point on the admissions index.

If you qualify for financial aid, you may wish to select the SPAN prefix. If you qualify for financial assistance through the Workforce Education Center (WEC) or other vocational assistance, you should choose the HSCI prefix.

Course registration is an important decision, and we recommend that you speak to our Arts, Humanities and Communication (AHC) Completion Coach to help you decide.

Fall

HSCI 148 Spanish Medical Interpreting I (5 credits)
or

SPAN 281 Spanish Medical Interpreting I (5 credits)

Winter

HSCI 149 Spanish Medical Interpreting II (5 credits)
or

SPAN 282 Spanish Medical Interpreting II (5 credits)

Spring

HSCI 150 Spanish Medical Interpreting III (5 credits)
or

SPAN 283 Spanish Medical Interpreting III (5 credits)

There are no required prerequisite courses for the Spanish Medical Interpreting Program. For students who wish to improve their Spanish language proficiency, we recommend any of the Spanish for Spanish Speakers courses.

SPAN 205 Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5 credits)

SPAN 206 Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5 credits)

SPAN 207 Spanish for Spanish Speakers (5 credits)

We recommend students take Medical Terminology either before starting the program, or at the same time, however it is not a prerequisite.

HSCI 147 Medical Terminology (5 credits)

Applicants do not need to take any math or English assessment tests.

Students may qualify for traditional or vocational financial assistance with the Spanish Medical Interpreting Program through one of several programs. Additional information will be provided.

If you would like more information about our program, please attend one of our frequent Informational Sessions. During the session, questions will be answered by the Program Coordinator and an AHC Completion Coach. Anyone interested in a career as a healthcare interpreter should attend. These sessions are free and open to the public. Check out the dates for upcoming sessions and register via our CBC calendar.

Each state, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. protectorates vary in what professions they require to be licensed and the educational requirements for those licenses. It's important to understand whether the degree or certificate you obtain from CBC will meet the educational eligibility requirements for a license in the state in which you plan to practice.
View educational licensure requirement by state.

The test evaluates oral and reading proficiency in English and Spanish.

It can only be taken once per academic year.

There is no cost to take the test.

You do not need to be a CBC student to take the test.

Read the information in the Entrance Test Orientation Canvas Class to familiarize yourself with the entrance test.

The last step in this Canvas class is to schedule your entrance test.

Entrance tests are administered in-person, on our Pasco campus.

Dates will vary per calendar year, by a day or two, current dates will be listed in the Entrance Test Orientation Canvas Class. Generally they will be:

May 1 to June 30, and

Aug.15 to Sept. 1

To be accepted into the program each fall quarter, you must schedule an entrance test during these testing dates.

We do not have any booklets or materials to study for the entrance test. You do not need to study medical terminology in particular, as this will be taught during the program.

As you will work bi-directionally between your A and B languages, you need to have native or near-native abilities in both English and Spanish.

Applicants should be as fluent as possible in reading and speaking both English and Spanish with good grammar, pronunciation, and a wide range of vocabulary.

Here are some suggestions to improve your language proficiency. If you feel less fluent in one of these languages, focus on that language:

Read every day.

In particular in your nonnative language.

Read high-quality online newspapers and articles, or any well-written material that will help broaden your general knowledge and vocabulary.

Listen to audiobooks in both languages.

Watch TV news and listen to radio news and podcasts, such as TED talks, on current events in both languages.

Listen and analyze what you hear and/or read.

Make lists of new vocabulary terms you hear and/or read.

Live in a country where your nonnative language is spoken.

At least six months to a year is recommended.

Live with and/or frequently interact with native speakers of your nonnative language.

Practice speaking with friends, family and community members in both of your languages.

Take content-related classes in your nonnative language.

Work in a setting that requires high-level use of your nonnative language.

Become computer savvy.

Familiarize yourself with online navigation, search engines and electronic dictionaries.

Learn to use advanced functions of Word and Excel, such as spellcheck in both languages.

Be prepared for lifelong learning and be patient.

Bringing your language skills up to the level required of a professional interpreter is not a task that can be accomplished quickly. However, with a combination of determination and hard work, you can succeed in this challenging field.

In fulfilling this goal, the program includes the following:

concepts and relevant bilingual terminology in biomedicine

glossary building

basic medical prefixes, roots and suffixes in Greek and Latin

state, national, and international codes of ethics, standards of practice and their application

language access laws and HIPAA
interpreting positioning, protocols and

intervention techniques

ethical decision-making

foundational skills in healthcare interpreting modalities

guided interpreting practice

development of self-evaluation skills

business practices in the interpreting industry

guest speaker events with industry representatives and alumni

post-program completion guidance
job shadows at local hospitals

required service-learning hours at local clinics

access to internship opportunities

Spanish Medical Interpreter Program

"When I first started the Spanish Medical Interpreter Program, I had no idea I'd have the opportunity to serve and volunteer in our community. The shifts at both Grace Clinic and the CBC Dental Hygiene Clinic have given me not only an insight into what the interpreting field really is, but a sense of confidence as well."

- Itzel Ramirez SMIP Graduate 2018-2019

To become a certified medical interpreter you must pass either the state or the national certification exams. The coursework in the program prepares students for both options. However, the CBC certificate for the Spanish Medical Interpreter Program is not a substitute for state or national certification.

Washington State DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services) certified medical interpreters are certified to interpret in Washington State only. If you wish to work in other states including Oregon, you must become nationally certified.

Nationally certified medical interpreters can interpret anywhere in the US, including OPI (over the phone interpreting) and VRI (video remote interpreting) in all states.

Please note that CBC's Spanish Medical Interpreter Program prepares students in the career of oral interpreting, not as written translators. Although translation and interpretation have a lot in common, the practice of each profession requires different skill sets and professional certifications.

There are two national certifying organizations for healthcare interpreters, and both require that applicants complete a minimum 40-hour training program.

The Spanish Medical Interpreter Program satisfies this requirement and provides a much more comprehensive training than a 40-hour training program.

The State DSHS test has no requirements other than being 18 years old. However, the pass rate is very low. This is because without any training in interpreting skills, ethics, and medical terminology, it is very difficult to successfully pass the test. It would be comparable to taking a welding certification test without any training on how to be a welder.

Healthcare interpreters speak of their role as very rewarding; helping patients and family members of limited English proficiency communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

The program prepares you to enter the interpreting industry as a freelance or in-house interpreter or language professional. The language industry is booming and evolving fast, on a global and local scale. Certified healthcare interpreters are needed in virtually every healthcare facility, with Spanish being the most in-demand language. It's true that during the pandemic the demand for remote interpreting has increased, but there will always be a need for high-quality on-site interpreters when accurate, nuanced communication really matters.

Courses Taught: First-Year Spanish and Spanish Medical Interpreting

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CBC offers a sequential, three-quarter (15 credit) short-term certificate in Spanish Medical Interpreting. The program combines in-class instruction and guided skill-building activities with real-world experience in local healthcare clinics. Our faculty combine academic expertise with years of professional and extensive interpreting experience.

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Service and Activity (S&A) Fees are for the purpose of supporting student activities and programs. The boards of trustees of the state's colleges and universities have the express and exclusive authority to determine what constitutes bona fide student activities. In its ordinary and usual meaning, "student activities" refers to any college/university co-curricular or extra-curricular activity in which students participate in the furtherance of their education.

ASCBC has a strong voice in how these fees are allocated and spent. Once the S&A budget has been recommended by ASCBC and approved by the College's Board of Trustees, the College has the responsibility to ensure that state and institutional regulations and guidelines are followed.

Per RCW 28B.15.045, the S&A budget for the current year, along with the S&A expenditures from the previous year, must be posted publicly by September 30 of each year.

2020 S&A Expense Report 2020-21 S&A Budget

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Service and Activity (S&A) Fees are for the purpose of supporting student activities and programs. The boards of trustees of the state's colleges and universities have the express and exclusive authority to determine what constitutes bona fide student activities.

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What is a Student Ambassador?

The Student Ambassador program at CBC plays a vital role on campus and in the community. The ambassadors work ten hours per week with the Outreach & Recruitment team to support campus events such as the Open House, provide campus tours to prospective students and visitors, and assist at community events such as the Benton-Franklin Fair and STEM events in elementary schools. They represent what it means to be a Hawk.

How can I become a Student Ambassador?

Do you have excellent communication skills? Can you manage your time well? Do you work well independently and as a team? Do you want to learn more about CBC, the campus through experience, involvement and engagement with various campus services, resources and activities?

Criteria for Student Ambassadors:

Be enrolled full-time at CBC (minimum 12 credits per quarter)

Have a minimum 2.5 GPA (maintain this GPA)

Have completed a financial aid application (FAFSA or WASFA)

Agree to participate fully in the program for the full academic year (fall-spring quarters)

If you do NOT meet one of these criteria, you will need to submit a written statement on why you don't meet the criteria and why you still feel qualified for this role

Commit to work 10 hours per week and participate fully in the program for the full academic year (fall to spring quarters)

Application period is closed.

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What is a Student Ambassador? The Student Ambassador program at CBC plays a vital role on campus and in the community. The ambassadors work ten hours per week with the Outreach & Recruitment team to support campus events such as the Open House, provide campus tours to prospective students and visitors, and assist at community events such as the Benton-Franklin Fair and STEM events in elementary schools.

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What is Outreach & Recruitment?

If you are new to the Tri-Cities, new to planning for college or looking at college options, the CBC Outreach & Recruitment team is excited to help you! Our Outreach team partners with local schools and community organizations to provide presentations, workshops, exhibit booths and information sessions on college and career options. If you are looking to schedule a visit to campus or a guest speaker for your classroom, we are excited to connect with you!

Who Are We?

The Outreach & Recruitment team at CBC are excited to help you learn more about the college. To connect with a Recruitment Specialist in your area, check out our biographies and be sure to reach out! We look forward to meeting you soon in your high school or at a community event nearby.

Hi, I'm Maira. I grew up in Basin City and graduated from Connell High School, received my Associates degree from CBC as a Running Start student and my Bachelors degree in Business Administration from University of Washington.

I am the Recruitment Specialist for:

Chiawana High School

Columbia High- Burbank

Connell- North Franklin

Kiona-Benton High

Moses Lake

Othello High School

Pasco High School

Prescott

Wahluke High- Mattawa

Warden

Hi, I'm Daron. I graduated from Prosser High School, and enrolled at Yakima Valley CC before transferring to WSU to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.

I am the Recruitment Specialist for:

College Place

Delta High

Kennewick High

Kamiakin High

Legacy High

New Horizons

Rivers Edge

River View- Finley

Southridge High

Touchet

Walla Walla

Hi, I'm Cecia. I grew up in Prosser, Washington and graduated from Prosser HIgh School, and attended CBC where I received my Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Applied Management with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration.

As a CBC Recruitment Specialist, I look forward to working with students on their education journey.

I am the Recruitment Specialist for:

Grandview

Granger

Hanford High School

Mabton

Richland High School

Sunnyside

Toppenish

Wapato

Zillah

Hi, I'm Jason. I grew up in the Tri Cities and graduated from Kennewick High School. I attended CBC before joining the Air Force, then moved back to Pasco and attended WSU Tri Cities where I received a Bachelor degree in Social Sciences.

As the Reentry Navigator, my goal is to help create a welcoming, supportive, and respectful process for all currently and formerly incarcerated students in the area. I look forward to applying my knowledge and skills to recruit, enroll, and retain justice-involved individuals into academic, vocational, and pre-college classes and programs.

I serve the following region:

Adams County

Asotin County

Benton County

Columbia County

Franklin County

Garfield County

Grant County

Whitman County

Walla Walla County

Coyote Ridge Corrections Center

Washington State Penitentiary

Tri Cities Work Release

Hi, I'm Melanie. I grew up in Oregon where I earned my Masters in Business Administration (MBA). I have worked in higher education advocating for students through roles in both admission and financial aid.

At CBC, I work to coordinate opportunities for CBC to connect with schools and in our community. My goal is to to help individuals see how higher education can benefit them in their future goals.

I also serve as:

Contact for Financial Aid Workshops

Contact for Campus Visits

Contact for CBC representation at events

Why choose CBC?

You might be asking, "why would I attend CBC"? There are so many reasons, but why not hear why our current students choose us:

Affordable tuition

You can stay close to home for the first two years of college or stay all four and get your bachelors degree!

Sense of community

You're able to get involved in so many different ways on campus.

Employees and faculty are kind and will help answer any questions you have.

You get to know your professors on a personal level because of smaller class sizes.

Download Viewbook PDF
If you want to learn more about CBC, our Student Recruitment team is always excited to share about the college. We enjoy hosting individuals and groups on campus and going into the community presenting to businesses or visiting a classroom.

Check out what we offer below but don't hesitate to ask if we can customize a presentation based on your needs.

Presentations Options Include:

Elementary Audience:
"College Planning Starts Now!"

Middle School Audience:
"Why Go To College?"

High School Audience:
"College 101"

Financial Literacy/Financial Aid

CBC Programs & Options

Residence Life (Dorms) at CBC

Health Science Programs/Career Options

Workforce Program Options

Most presentations can be offered in English and Spanish. Presentation are available virtually and in-person.
Campus Visit Options Include:

Individual/Small Group Scheduled Tour

Individual/Small Group Drop-In Tour

Group Visits

Class Field Trips

Special Events (To showcase specific academic areas on campus)

Tours will be modified for class trips to provide age appropriate college information.

Tours can be provided in Spanish upon request and availability.
Student Ambassador Program

Each year CBC hires engaging and motivated students to serve as leaders on campus through the Student Ambassador program. Ambassadors provide a vital role in sharing a message on campus and in our community about going to college and student life at CBC.

Apply to become a CBC Ambassador annually in April.

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If you are new to the Tri-Cities, new to planning for college or looking at college options, the CBC Outreach & Recruitment team is excited to help you! Our Outreach team partners with local schools and community organizations to provide presentations, workshops, exhibit booths and information sessions on college and career options.

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What is TRIO Student Support Services (SSS)?

Student Support Services (TRIO SSS) at CBC is a federally-funded grant that empowers first-generation, low income students and students with disabilities to seize opportunities and successfully navigate barriers in order to realize dreams and accomplish educational goals.

Are you looking for extra academic assistance and dedicated support both as you meet challenges here at CBC and also commit to transferring to a four-year institution? You have found the right program! TRIO SSS students find that the extra support they receive helps them achieve success not only here at CBC, but also in their four-year graduation goals and careers beyond college.

TRIO SSS Benefits

Are you eligible for TRIO SSS?
You are qualified to apply for TRIO SSS if you:

Are a U.S. citizen or registered permanent resident.

Have been accepted for enrollment or are currently enrolled at CBC.

Are one or more of the following:

Financially limited (according to federal guidelines).

A first-generation college student (neither of your parents obtained a bachelor's degree).

A person with a documented disability.

Demonstrate academic need.

Have a 2.2 or higher college-level GPA.

Are highly motivated to graduate and transfer to a four-year college or university.

Test at the following levels in math, reading and writing skills:

50 or higher in math

College-level reading

English 99 or above

Apply today!

Meet the TRIO SSS team!
TRIO SSS at CBC serves approximately 200 students each year and is funded at 100% by the U.S. Department of Education (Award number P042A150574).

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Student Support Services (TRIO SSS) at CBC is a federally-funded grant that empowers first-generation, low income students and students with disabilities to seize opportunities and successfully navigate barriers in order to realize dreams and accomplish educational goals.

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Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce  

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Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce  

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Membership

Click on the buttons below to learn more about the membership benefits and/or to apply for membership. For the application process please download the application form and email it to us at info@tchispanicchamber.com with the subject NEW MEMBER! We will get back to you as soon as possible, thank you!

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Click on the buttons below to learn more about the membership benefits and/or to apply for membership. For the application process please download the application form and email it to us at info@tchispanicchamber.com with the subject NEW MEMBER! We will get back to you as soon as possible, thank you!

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The Tri-Cities Latino Community Network (TCLCN) is a partnership of Mid-Columbia Libraries, Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber, and Kennewick School District Migrant and Bilingual Program, which was founded in 2015. Our mission is to leverage the expertise of our members and local leaders to activate positive influence in our community.

We host quarterly luncheons featuring a keynote speaker and recognizing a local Latino/a/x leader. We also host the popular annual Sembrando Esperanza / Planting Hope family event together with Kennewick School District Migrant and Bilingual Program and have produced the award-winning video series, "Inspiring Latinos / Latinos Inspiradores."

The network is free and open to all; many of our members represent community service organizations, especially those serving the Latino community. Join our mailing list to receive notice of upcoming events and to share and receive community announcements.

If you are interested in joining the network, sponsoring an event, or nominating a speaker or Latino/a/x leader, email us at tricities.lcn@gmail.com.
Our Mission
Our mission is to leverage the expertise of our members and local leaders to activate positive influence in our community.
Our Values

EDUCATION: Members will increase their knowledge about key issues affecting the Latino community.

ACTION: Members will act upon their expertise to affect positive change in their communities.

CONNECTION: Members will grow their network by connecting with each other and fellow leaders in the Latino community.

Our Leadership
Chair: Cinthia Alvarez Lucatero

Outreach Specialist, High School Equivalency Program, Columbia Basin College

Co-Chair: Sandy Quiroga

Community Relations Coordinator, Coordinated Care Health

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The Tri-Cities Latino Community Network (TCLCN) is a partnership of Mid-Columbia Libraries, Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber, and Kennewick School District Migrant and Bilingual Program, which was founded in 2015. Our mission is to leverage the expertise of our members and local leaders to activate positive influence in our community.

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Learning Center Community Events Welcome in! We're glad you've found us, have a look around. Wherever you are along your journey PFLAG BF is here for you. Don't hesitate to reach out if you or a loved one needs support. Are you a parent who is LGBTQIA2+ or have a child who is?

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Columbia Basin Transgender Support Community (Facebook Group)

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Columbia Basin Transgender Support Community (Facebook Group)

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Crisis Intervention

Text CONNECT to 741741. Standard text messaging rates apply. Available 24/7/365.

National Suicide Prevention
Call or Text: 988 (online chat available)
En Español: 1-800-344-7432
TTY: dial 711 then 988.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Tri-Cities
Local 24/7 Crisis Line: (509) 792-1747

The Trevor Project (for Youth 13-24)
1-866-488-7386 (online chat available)
Text "START" to 678678. Standard text messaging rates apply. Available 24/7/365.

Rape Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)
U.S. - 1-800-656-4673 (online chat available)
TTY - 1-800-810-7440

Domestic Violence Services of Benton & Franklin Counties
Local 24/7 Crisis Line: 509-582-9841
Toll-Free 24 Hour Hotline: 1-800-648-1277

U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline
Services in Spanish and English. Referral services in over 170 languages.
U.S. - 1-800-799-7233
TTY - 1-800-787-3224
Text START to 88788. Standard text messaging rates apply. Available 24/7/365.

HIV/AIDS Information

AIDS in Prison Project Hotline
This hotline provides HIV and AIDS information for prisoners, and accepts collect calls.
718-378-7022 (English y Español)

Youth Information

The Trevor Project (for Youth 13-24)
1-866-488-7386 (online chat available)
Text "START" to 678678. Standard text messaging rates apply. Available 24/7/365.

LGBT National Youth Talkline (for anyone under 25)
1-​800-246-7743

Teen Link
Talk with another teen by phone from 6-10 pm and chat, or text from 6-9:30 pm every night. You can also call to connect with our substance use specialist from 2-10 pm Mon-Fri (Call the same number and press 2). Call or Text - 1-866-833-6546 (online chat available)

The National Runaway Safeline
1-800-786-2929 (online chat available)

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You can find our most up-to-date info on events at our Facebook and Instagram pages.

SAFE Socials (18+)
PFLAG's SAFE (Sexuality Advocacy for Everyone) Socials are monthly hangouts for LGBTQIA2+ adults and their allies where we can come together, connect with others in our community, and make new friends.

Our Youth Nights provide a variety of fun activities and educational topics in a safe environment for local LGBTQIA2+ teens and their allies.

Proud Playdates (All Ages)
Bring the kids and come connect with others in our community. Meet other LGBTQIA2+ families in the area in a fun and welcoming environment.

Family Support Nights (18+)
These meetings are for those who are 18+ family and friends of LGBTQIA2+ people seeking support and guidance.

The Climb (All Ages)
This annual fundraiser is a hike up Badger Mountain in Richland, WA to raise awareness around the issues and prevention of bullying, suicide, and self-harm. All proceeds from this event will go to continue education and awareness within our community.

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You can find our most up-to-date info on events at our Facebook and Instagram pages. SAFE Socials (18+) PFLAG's SAFE (Sexuality Advocacy for Everyone) Socials are monthly hangouts for LGBTQIA2+ adults and their allies where we can come together, connect with others in our community, and make new friends.

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Pride Foundation is building a better, safer, and more equitable world for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people and our families in the Northwest.

Our work is motivated by the fundamental belief that every person should be able to live safely, openly, and genuinely in the places we call home.

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Pride Foundation is building a better, safer, and more equitable world for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people and our families in the Northwest. Our work is motivated by the fundamental belief that every person should be able to live safely, openly, and genuinely in the places we call home.

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While much has changed for the LGBTQ+ community in recent years, educational support remains critical for students who face challenges on their educational journeys.

Pride Foundation Scholars are leaders in their communities with incredibly varied educational goals and lived experiences-and are oftentimes overcoming a lack of support system, tremendous societal barriers, and significant financial need in order to pursue their dreams.

Receiving a Pride Foundation Scholarship connects students to a growing community of support, providing important affirmation, encouragement, and resources to realize their dreams.

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Pride Foundation provides essential financial resources and community support to LGBTQ+ student leaders across the Northwest. Since awarding our first scholarship in 1993, we've awarded more than $7 million to more than 2,200 students in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington.