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Columbia Basin College Foundation Receives Grant From The Wildhorse Foundation To Enhance Surgical Technology Training - 07/23/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Pasco, WA, July 23, 2026 – Students in Columbia Basin College's (CBC) Surgical Technology program will gain access to new hands-on training technology thanks to a $10,000 grant awarded to the Columbia Basin College Foundation by the Wildhorse Foundation.

 

The grant will fund laparoscopic simulation equipment that allows students to practice and develop critical surgical skills, including anatomy identification, hand-eye coordination, camera navigation and instrument handling. The technology provides a realistic learning environment where students can build confidence and competency before entering clinical settings.

 

"The simulation equipment is just one more tool to help ensure students are ready for the workforce at graduation," said Sarah Rogers, director of Surgical Technology. "It gives students valuable hands-on experience with the techniques and equipment they will use in today's operating rooms."

 

The investment supports CBC’s commitment to preparing highly skilled surgical technologists to meet the growing workforce needs of health care providers throughout the region.

 

Each year, the Wildhorse Foundation makes grants to eligible nonprofit, government, and Tribal organizations within the homeland area of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla people. Also eligible for funding are Tribal government agencies or Native American charitable organizations with their base of operations within Oregon, as well as national or regional Indian organizations. The Wildhorse Foundation has awarded a total of over $19 million in grant funding since its establishment in 2001. Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis with the deadlines being January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1. For more information, visit the Foundation’s website at www.thewildhorsefoundation.com.

 

About Columbia Basin College (CBC): CBC is a public community college serving the Tri-Cities and surrounding communities since 1955. CBC's mission is to inspire, educate, and support all students in an environment of academic excellence leading to the completion of degrees, certifications, and educational transfers, while fostering meaningful employment, engaged citizenship, and a life-long joy of learning. CBC offers both two and four-year degrees and one-year Certificates. Bachelor of Applied Science degrees are offered in Applied Management, Applied Management in Agriculture or Healthcare Administration, Cyber Security, Dental Hygiene, Information Technology, Health Physics, Teacher Education and Project Management. CBC also offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

 

About the Wildhorse Foundation: The fund reflects the commitment of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation to take a proactive, positive role in the well-being of the community. Funds, derived from a percentage of revenues from Wildhorse Resort & Casino, are managed and distributed by a Board of Directors comprised of community leaders and representatives of the CTUIR.

 

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Columbia Basin College Foundation Receives Grant From The Wildhorse Foundation To Enhance Surgical Technology Training - 07/23/26

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Pasco, WA, July 23, 2026 – Students in Columbia Basin College's (CBC) Surgical Technology program will gain access to new hands-on training technology thanks to a $10,000 grant awarded to the Columbia Basin College Foundation by the Wildhorse Foundation.

 

The grant will fund laparoscopic simulation equipment that allows students to practice and develop critical surgical skills, including anatomy identification, hand-eye coordination, camera navigation and instrument handling. The technology provides a realistic learning environment where students can build confidence and competency before entering clinical settings.

 

"The simulation equipment is just one more tool to help ensure students are ready for the workforce at graduation," said Sarah Rogers, director of Surgical Technology. "It gives students valuable hands-on experience with the techniques and equipment they will use in today's operating rooms."

 

The investment supports CBC’s commitment to preparing highly skilled surgical technologists to meet the growing workforce needs of health care providers throughout the region.

 

Each year, the Wildhorse Foundation makes grants to eligible nonprofit, government, and Tribal organizations within the homeland area of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla people. Also eligible for funding are Tribal government agencies or Native American charitable organizations with their base of operations within Oregon, as well as national or regional Indian organizations. The Wildhorse Foundation has awarded a total of over $19 million in grant funding since its establishment in 2001. Grants are awarded on a quarterly basis with the deadlines being January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1. For more information, visit the Foundation’s website at www.thewildhorsefoundation.com.

 

About Columbia Basin College (CBC): CBC is a public community college serving the Tri-Cities and surrounding communities since 1955. CBC's mission is to inspire, educate, and support all students in an environment of academic excellence leading to the completion of degrees, certifications, and educational transfers, while fostering meaningful employment, engaged citizenship, and a life-long joy of learning. CBC offers both two and four-year degrees and one-year Certificates. Bachelor of Applied Science degrees are offered in Applied Management, Applied Management in Agriculture or Healthcare Administration, Cyber Security, Dental Hygiene, Information Technology, Health Physics, Teacher Education and Project Management. CBC also offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

 

About the Wildhorse Foundation: The fund reflects the commitment of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation to take a proactive, positive role in the well-being of the community. Funds, derived from a percentage of revenues from Wildhorse Resort & Casino, are managed and distributed by a Board of Directors comprised of community leaders and representatives of the CTUIR.

 

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