In 2007, Lower Columbia College faculty developed the following set of outcomes for LCC students. The outcomes describe the knowledge, skills and abilities that the College expects all students to possess by the time they earn their associate degree. The College regularly evaluates student progress in these areas to help plan improvements and ensure quality in every area.

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Citizenship
Contribute to the betterment of the community through participation, volunteer work, personal/civic respect for the environment and our fellow species, as well as for humans.

Communication
Express ideas and information in writing and speaking in a manner that is clear and appropriate to the audience, and read and listen effectively.

Critical Thinking
Gather information from a variety of sources, make judgements about the validity of the information, and draw inferences from the information.

Interpersonal Skills
Interact effectively with individuals and within groups.

Multiculturalism
Develop an understanding of the world as a community through the study of diverse groups in society.

Numeracy
Achieve competency with numbers and graphical skills to interpret and communicate quantifiable information, and apply mathematical and statistical skills in practical and abstract contexts.

Problem Solving
Apply various techniques and processes using information, data or situations, to produce logical, rational, ethical and coherent solutions.