Event connects military-connected students and community members with career opportunities and resources
VANCOUVER —The Clark College Veterans Center of Excellence (VCOE) invites the community to theVeterans & Students Career and Resource Fair on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Clark College Gaiser Student Center.
The fair is designed to connect military-connected students, their family members, Clark College students, and community members with organizations offering employment, internships, and supportive resources. While the event focuses on the veteran and military-affiliated community, all students and community members are welcome.
“Our goal is to create an inclusive and welcoming environment where people can connect, build community, share opportunities for networking, employment and community resources,” said Kelly Aiello, Program Coordinator for Clark College Veterans Center of Excellence.
Representatives from the following organizations will be available to share information and opportunities:
- All Ways Caring HomeCare
- CDM Caregiving
- Clark College Career Services
- Clark College Human Resources
- Clark County Food Bank
- Clark County Sheriff’s Office
- Columbia River Detachment 926 Marine Corps League
- C-TRAN
- Disabled American Veterans Chapter 4
- Hire Heroes USA
- Impact ES Vancouver
- IQ Credit Union
- Madrona Recovery
- Monster Energy
- My HealtheVet Department of Veterans Affairs
- NW Staffing Resources
- Office of Behavioral Health Advocacy (OBHA)
- Pier 360
- Returning Veterans Project
- Small Business Administration
- Smith-Reynolds American Legion Post 14
- Tapani Inc.
- TSMC Washington
- VA Portland Health Care System
- VanderHouwen
- Veterans Hospital Administration
- Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
- Washington State Department of Social and Health Services / Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration
- Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs
- Washington State Guard
- Western Governors University (WGU)
- Work For Warriors
- WorkSource Vancouver
Event Details
Location: Clark College Main Campus, Gaiser Student Center at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA 98663
Parking: Green or Red lots – view online Campus map and directions here
All Are Welcome: Clark College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution.
Accommodations: If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to fully participate in this event, please contact: Clark College’s Human Resources Office. Phone: 360-992-2105 or email hr@clark.edu
Clark College expressly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs and activities. Learn more at www.clark.edu/nds.
Connect with the VCOE
- In person: Penguin Union Building (PUB015) lower level by Archer Gallery entrance
- Phone: 360-992-2073 or 360-992-2864
- Email: veterans@clark.edu
About Clark’s Veterans Center of Excellence
The Clark College Veterans Center of Excellence is dedicated to making Clark College the first choice for veterans, active duty, and military-affiliated students. The center engages, supports, and empowers students to achieve their educational and professional goals by coordinating comprehensive services that address academic, financial, physical, and social needs. Offerings include tutoring, academic supplies, quiet study spaces, a computer lab with printers, practical workshops, and more. Learn more at Veterans Center of Excellence (clark.edu).
About Clark College
Founded in 1933, Clark College is Southwest Washington’s largest public institution of higher education. Clark College provides residents of Southwest Washington with affordable, high-quality academic and technical education. This public community college offers more than 100 degree and certificate programs, including bachelor’s and associate degrees; professional certificates; high school diplomas and GED preparation; and non-credit community and continuing education. Clark serves over 8,500 students including high school students, veterans, displaced workers, multilingual and mature learners, and nearly half are first-generation students.
Information provided by Clark College Communications.
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