Joseph Lohmolder

Joseph Lohmolder is the Editor in Chief for the Clackamas Print. He was the previous Managing Editor and News Editor. Joe has been on staff at The Clackamas Print and a member of the Digital Media Communications program since the fall of 2020. In his free time, Joseph enjoys writing and taking photos.

  • First COVID-19 case of fall term reported during week three

    By Joseph Lohmolder | October 29, 2021 | Comments Off on First COVID-19 case of fall term reported during week three

    A mass email sent by Clackamas Community College on Oct. 14 announced the first confirmed case of COVID-19 on campus since the return to in-person learning for fall term. The college shared that the student had last been on the Oregon City campus on October 11, in the Pauling Center.  The email was like others …

  • When is the Wacheno Welcome Center going to open?

    By Joseph Lohmolder | October 28, 2021 | Comments Off on When is the Wacheno Welcome Center going to open?

    The long anticipated Wacheno Welcome Center at the CCC, Oregon City campus is unfortunately still inaccessible to students. Previously expected to be finished over the summer and ready for the start fall term, the WWC is still undergoing renovations after a leak caused significant delays.  The Clackamas Print reached out to Lori Hall, the Executive…

  • CCC celebrates the graduating class of 2021

    By Joseph Lohmolder | June 17, 2021 | Comments Off on CCC celebrates the graduating class of 2021

    On Friday, June 11, Clackamas Community College held a ceremony to celebrate the graduating class of 2021. Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony was held in a way that accommodated social distancing guidelines.

  • Movie Review: It’s Quiet, 2 Quiet

    By Joseph Lohmolder | June 8, 2021 | Comments Off on Movie Review: It’s Quiet, 2 Quiet

    Going into “A Quiet Place Part 2,” I wasn’t sure what to expect. Part of me didn’t want there to be a sequel to the hit original film. However, I was pleasantly surprised that this film did not fall victim to the classic blunders that typically ruin follow-up films. 

  • College cancels classes in anticipation of protest

    By Joseph Lohmolder | June 2, 2021 |

    When I arrived at the Berry Hill shopping center in Oregon City on Friday, May 21, I felt as though I had entered a Call of Duty game.  In the corner of the parking lot, dozens of men were gathered around a massive American flag. Many were dressed in tactical gear and were armed with…

  • Interview with Peace Corps recruiter Mychal Castro

    By Joseph Lohmolder | May 12, 2021 | Comments Off on Interview with Peace Corps recruiter Mychal Castro

    The Clackamas Print had the pleasure of meeting with Mychal Castro, a Peace Corps recruiter, over Zoom. Castro shared general information about the Peace Corps as well as his own unique experiences, serving in Costa Rica, participating in a pride event there, as well as his process of joining the organization.    The Clackamas Print How…

  • COVID-19 vaccinations offered at CCC Wilsonville campus

    By Joseph Lohmolder | April 29, 2021 | Comments Off on COVID-19 vaccinations offered at CCC Wilsonville campus

    Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue is offering COVID-19 vaccinations at the Clackamas Community College Wilsonville campus every Wednesday. Appointments at this location are provided by the Clackamas County Health Authority, and appointments can be made on the Clackamas County website as well as the Get Vaccinated Oregon website. The CCC Wilsonville location administers, on average,…

  • College administrators say academic programs no longer at risk

    By Joseph Lohmolder | April 14, 2021 | Comments Off on College administrators say academic programs no longer at risk

    Several academic programs at Clackamas Community College are no longer under the threat of elimination, according to a Wednesday, March 31, announcement by Tim Cook, president of the college.  Cook credited federal stimulus, anticipated state funding, current year operational savings, and the dedication of everyone at CCC for the expected closing of the budget gap…

  • CCC administration asks for tuition increase

    By Joseph Lohmolder | March 4, 2021 | Comments Off on CCC administration asks for tuition increase

      College administrators proposed a $5 increase to tuition, per credit hour during the Feb. 23 CCC Board of Education meeting. Administrators said a proposed $5 increase would help a decrease in student registration and budget shortfalls.  According to Alissa Mahar, Vice President of College Services, if the tuition increase were to pass, the college…

  • Oregon Zoo reopens to visitors

    By Joseph Lohmolder | February 25, 2021 | Comments Off on Oregon Zoo reopens to visitors

    As of Friday, Feb. 19, the Oregon Zoo  reopened to visitors with precautions in place to protect public health. Face masks are required for all guests older than five years old and visitors are expected to maintain social distancing.  In addition, pathways have been marked throughout the zoo to help guests maintain healthy distances from…