Campus Updates 10/13/22

EVENTS AND NEWS  

Good afternoon all, 

I can’t believe the week has just flown by.  It’s been a busy one here for sure with a lot going on- I imagine it is the same for you.  I am very much looking forward to meeting our colleagues from the NWCCU Accreditation team tomorrow and discussing all the progress we have made on our accreditation recommendations.   A HUGE thank you to the faculty, staff, and admin teams who have spent countless hours making much progress on our learning outcomes assessment and academic planning processes.  These initial steps help set the stage for our next steps in planning and tying everything we do to data, DEI, and the mission.  Looking forward to all of that movement into the future.  More updates soon! 

At the end of last week, I attended the WACTC meeting virtually and heard updates from the state board and presidents across the state.  It was a very informative meeting.  It is always great to hear how other colleges are handling different issues and also to make new connections.  Speaking of which, I will be meeting with the president of Cascadia this week just to connect and share ideas.  I am looking forward to getting to know President Murray and learning about his experiences in the region.   

This weekend I came to the campus theater to help introduce Councilperson Chris Roberts who introduced the film Promised Land to an audience of community members and students.  The film is a documentary about the Duwamish and Chinook struggle toward Federal recognition.  It was powerful.  Councilmember Roberts shared his own experiences as a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and his support for our local communities.  The panel following was also very moving.  It was great to connect with panel members afterward to discuss other ways the college may connect in the future. 

I also stopped by the 6×6 Northwest event.  It was PACKED! It was great seeing all the people and children there waiting to see if anyone was interested in buying their art. It was awesome to see so many people come out for it. I did see Shoreline folks in attendance as well.  

Finally, thank you to everyone who attended virtually or in-person to our first community check-in event. Even at 8 am, we had an impressive showing!! I really appreciate the candor and honesty with which folks brought up concerns as well as the willingness to be silly and have some fun (and coffee of course). I will be following up on a couple concerns that were brought up and report updates to campus. 

Best,  

Jack 

JACK KAHN | PRESIDENT Virtual Office Hours 
Open Office Hours Zoom Link – Meeting ID: 843 6934 7745 – Dial In: (253) 215-8782 

• Wednesday, November 9, 2022: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 
• Wednesday, December 14, 2022: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM 

Community Check-ins are a great way to do just that—check-in!  

Creating space for conversations, check-ins, and feedback is important to the Executive Team (ET) and President Kahn. Join us to check-in for the fall, enjoy light refreshments, listen, and share in growing our campus community. We appreciate you!  

First Fall 2022 Community Check-In Photos! 

Two other Community Check-ins are scheduled for the Fall 2022 quarter: 

• Thursday, November 10, 2022; 2:00 PM-3:00 PM; Main Dining Room (#9215) 
• Thursday, December 8, 2022; 8:00 AM-9:00 AM; Main Dining Room (#9215) 

Fall Quarter Updates 

• Ad Hoc Accreditation Visit, Friday, October 14 
• Ad Hoc Accreditation Visit:  Faculty open forum 10/14, 12:30 – 1:00pm 
• Transition of IADM Addresses Accreditation Recommendations 
• Meet Maribel Tirado, Career Navigator at Shoreline Community College! 

C&M Marketing Office Hours- See Employee Calendar 

• Every Monday 11:00 am – 12:00 noon 
• Stop in and talk about projects, ideas, or questions! 

For all Communication and Marketing Requests, please send the following: 

• Graphic Design Requests: designrequest@shoreline.edu 
• Web Design Requests: websupport@shoreline.edu 
• Marketing and Social Media requests: crystal.berry@shoreline.edu 
• Please include a timeline for your project. We will respond within 24-48 hours. Sending requests for design or web support creates a ticket in Zendesk. 

ctcLink Updates: 

If you have questions, please visit shoreline.edu/ctclink or our Support Center at support.shoreline.edu. 

Foundation Events: 

• Seattle Latino Film Festival – SCC Showtimes – TWO DAYS LEFT! 10/13, and 10/14! 
• Change futures at the 25th Annual Student Success Luncheon -November 4th!  

Human Resources 

Know someone who wants to join our teams? Visit: Job Opportunities at Shoreline Community College 

• Introduction to Title IX 10/19/22 2:00-3:20pm 
• Title IX Refresher Training 10/26 2:00-3:00pm 
• Shoreline Community College Board of Trustees announces newly appointed member 
• Save the date! VP for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Open Forums 10/20 & 10/21 
• New director for the Shoreline Concert Band at Shoreline Community College 

Events and Updates 

• Please nominate a current or former student for the ACT’s 2023 Transforming Lives Awards 
• News Links | Oct. 11, 2022 

• Are you interested in taking a Continuing Education course this fall? We have a variety of enrichment and personal interest courses for you and your family. Check out fall CE classes. Register here! 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

• Facebook 
• Instagram 

RETURN TO CAMPUS/COVID-19  

• Cases  

• For the week of October 5 through October 11, Shoreline saw 5 cases of Covid reported. This is down 5 from last week’s count of 10. 
• A reminder: if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or test positive, please submit a report! Coronavirus (COVID-19) Exposure Report Form – Formstack 

• On over-the-counter tests: If you have tests in your medicine cabinet that have expired, don’t throw them out! Their expiration date may have been extended by the FDA. Check this page to see what tests are affected: At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests | FDA 
   

• News 

• Getting boosted is still the best way to fight COVID. You can find vaccines through this site: Vaccinate WA: Find COVID-19 Vaccine Providers Near You. 

• As we approach flu season, the CDC recommends that everyone get a flu shot as well. And yes, you can get your flu shot and your COVID booster at the same time. 
• Upcoming vaccine clinic: Shoreline Area News: Vaccine clinic at Senior Center Friday October 14, 2022 for 6mo old and above – free 

• Questions?       

• Email covidsupervisor@shoreline.edu or check the COVID-19 Updates site for the latest information.       
• Federal COVID.gov site    
• Washington State Department of Health Coronavirus       

• Public Health Seattle and King County Coronavirus Disease     
• Public Health Seattle and King County Health Blog 

Getting vaccinated and boosted is still the best way to fight COVID-19. The Washington State Department of Health vaccine locator at Vaccinate WA: Find COVID-19 Vaccine Providers Near You can help you find the most convenient option for you. The CDC recommends getting a bivalent Pfizer (ages 12+) or Moderna vaccine (ages 18+) if it’s been two months or more since your last booster or vaccination. 

Shoreline Community College MISSION – Our Purpose 

We serve the educational, workforce, and cultural needs of our diverse students and communities.