Carolyn Long has taught Southwest Washington’s students for 24 years at WSU Vancouver. She was awarded the Iris H-RoC Award in 2017, which honors women in Southwest Washington who have promoted civil discourse, teamwork, collaboration, and cooperation. In 2018, Carolyn went to communities large and small, holding more than 40 in-person town halls. She is dedicated to listening and serving those who feel that Washington DC is not listening to them.