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 bachelor's 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.
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If you want to learn more about CBC, our Student Recruitment team is always excited to share information 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.
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 is 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.
Presentation 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.
Presentations 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. Ambassadors receive a tuition waiver to cover their cost of tuition in exchange for their service to the campus community.
All applications must be submitted no later than April 30th, 2025.
Meet the Recuitment Team!
![]() Erika EspinozaRecruitment Specialist ejespinoza@columbiabasin.eduErika EspinozaRecruitment Specialist ejespinoza@columbiabasin.eduHabla Espanol
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![]() Emily KraynakRecruitment Specialist ekraynak@columbiabasin.eduEmily KraynakRecruitment Specialist ekraynak@columbiabasin.eduI serve the following regions:
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![]() Vanessa WertzRecruitment Specialist vwertz@columbiabasin.eduVanessa WertzRecruitment Specialist vwertz@columbiabasin.eduI serve the following regions:
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![]() Jason McCollumReentry Navigator jmccollum@columbiabasin.eduJason McCollumReentry Navigator jmccollum@columbiabasin.eduI serve the following regions:
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![]() Shantoria VanceDirector for Student Recruitment slvance@columbiabasin.eduShantoria VanceDirector for Student Recruitment slvance@columbiabasin.eduI serve as:
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![]() Debbie VerlingProgram Support Supervisor dverling@columbiabasin.eduDebbie VerlingProgram Support Supervisor dverling@columbiabasin.eduI serve as:
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Meet the Financial Aid Outreach Specialist Team!
The Financial Aid Outreach Specialist team at CBC is excited to help you learn more about the financial aid process and navigate the necessary applications! To connect with a Financial Aid Specialist in your area, check out our biographies and be sure to reach out! We look forward to meeting you soon in you high school or at a community event nearby.
![]() Colleen HallAssistant Director for Student Recruitment crhall@columbiabasin.eduColleen HallAssistant Director for Student Recruitment crhall@columbiabasin.eduFinancial Aid Specialist for Richland High School. |
![]() Jennifer Silva-GutierrezFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist jsilva-gutierrez@columbiabasin.eduJennifer Silva-GutierrezFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist jsilva-gutierrez@columbiabasin.eduHablo Español
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![]() Isaac MarroquinFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist imarroquin@columbiabasin.eduIsaac MarroquinFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist imarroquin@columbiabasin.eduHablo Español |
![]() Celia VargasFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist cdvargas@columbiabasin.eduCelia VargasFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist cdvargas@columbiabasin.eduHablo Español |
![]() Cassandra MillerFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist ccmiller@columbiabasin.eduCassandra MillerFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist ccmiller@columbiabasin.eduFinancial Aid Specialist for:
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![]() Estreyita RosalesFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist erosales@columbiabasin.eduEstreyita RosalesFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist erosales@columbiabasin.eduHablo Español
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![]() James RenshawFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist jrenshaw@columbiabasin.eduJames RenshawFinancial Aid Outreach Specialist jrenshaw@columbiabasin.eduFinancial Aid Specialist for:
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