Walla Walla Community College’s board voted to close its Clarkston, Washington satellite campus as the institution works to close a $4.3 million budget gap. The college will run a two-year teach-out through June 2028 so current students can complete programs. WWCC said it is seeking alternative funding to preserve some presence in Clarkston beyond the teach-out, including discussions with local healthcare executives about a cost-share model for nursing and healthcare programs. College leaders also put forward staffing reductions as part of the longer-term response, citing rising operating costs and reduced state funding. The board’s decision emphasizes how quickly community colleges are being forced to restructure instructional footprint under budget pressure—especially where personnel costs dominate and specialized programs carry fixed staffing needs.