Campus Updates 12/12/24

Events and News 

Hi everyone! Congratulations to all the faculty and students who are winding down classes (and grades!) for the quarter.  I am seeing a lot of “grading memes” on social media bringing back memories!  Oh, the grading memories!   

This was a pretty busy week as we move towards the end of the year. One of the learning practices we implemented this year in our Executive Team meetings is to have operational units join us and present how they do their work. This is great for our learning but even better for relationship building.  This week the stellar International Education team presented on the student funnel, and all the work that goes into recruiting and retaining our international students.  They shared how they use data to make decisions, and what their plans are for improvement in terms of working with new markets.  It was an informative presentation led by Sarah & Cynthia (and fun as well)! We have requests out for several of these for this winter and spring—if your unit wants to present just get in touch with your ED or VP! 

We also had a productive meeting this week with Ha, Yu Kyung, Education Director General from the Korean Department of Education and her colleagues Jeon Gi-Ho, Robin Jeon, Yongwook Lee, Jang Joyoung & Kim Jooyoung who were in the US on Education business. We discussed several topics including our wonderful partnership with the United Seattle & Bellevue Korean school and joint plans to offer Korean language for college-credit, SCC’s International Education program, as well as possibilities for other projects to support students and the Korean American community.  I’ll keep you posted as we make progress! 

And finally, last night we had a wonderful Nursing pinning ceremony! Congratulations to all our champion student nurses and the faculty, staff, and family members that support them! Great job to LeAnn De Luna and Ben Weng for your work as academic leaders supporting our program! Nurses are amazing! 

Now, don’t tell anyone but I have very few meetings today and intend to get a LOT done on policy work and evaluations in my office!!  Wish me luck and have a great week! 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Fall Quarter Updates: 

Executive Team (ET) Open Office Time 
The Executive Team (ET) is now scheduling and holding virtual open office time via Microsoft Bookings:  

Executive Team (ET) Open Office Time.  
 

Committee/Council Updates:  

• Accreditation Committee 
• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee 
• ctcLink Leadership Team 
• College Council Updates 
• Facilities Technology Committee 
• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

Earlier in December, College Council gave their thumbs up to the final version of the Participatory Governance Model. 2024 Shoreline Community College Participatory Governance Model final.pdf  

With this approval the college created three new councils: 

• Instructional and Student Services Council 
• Facilities, Budget, Technology Council 
• Community Advancement Council 

As we launch this model, the Vice Presidents and Participatory Governance Task Force members will work on drafts of the Council Charters, recruit Council members, and convene the first meetings of these groups. Look for calls for participation in January 

Enrollments: 

The winter 2025 daily enrollment report is available to all employees.   

Business and Administrative Services: 

We have updated the “Procurement Card Delegation of Authority” form, and it is available for to retrieve online. Currently the VPBAS will approve requests until we hire a number of vacant positions. The “Forms” repository may be accessed at https://www.shoreline.edu/intranet/forms.aspx. 

Printing Services    

Printing Services will be closed Thursday, Dec. 19th, through Friday, Dec. 20th, and will reopen on Monday, Dec. 30^th after the holiday break.  Please plan accordingly and contact Greg Jensen via email or phone at (206) 546-4674 if you need assistance with your printing needs.  

Foundation: 

We are updating the SCCF scholarship application process effective for the 25/26 academic year. For the past several months we have been meeting with groups and individuals across campus to ask questions and learn more about how your department/area interacts with the process. After speaking with several departments that have multiple scholarships in their area, we are talking with donors and asking them to update their gift contracts so we can ensure that as many students as possible will benefit from their generosity. This means that we will be combining some funds, and (hopefully) streamlining/simplifying the criteria of others. We also worked with other community college foundations in our area to learn more about how they serve both donors and students. Many of the changes we are making are in keeping with the best practices for college and university foundations and are meant to improve the application and awarding processes of the SCCF scholarship program. This is a big job with a lot of moving pieces, and we appreciate all the folks who have helped us! 

In order to help as many students as possible, honor donor wishes, and ensure integrity in awarding, the following changes are being incorporated into the 25/26 SCCF scholarship process: 

• SSCF donor-funded scholarships will be broken into two groups, need-based and merit-based 
• All SCCF donor-funded scholarships that are need-based will require students to have a “valid” FAFSA or WAFSA on file   
• There will only be one scholarship period per academic year – no quarterly scholarships will be offered during the 25/26 academic year – this could change for the 26/27 academic year depending on the availability of funds 
• Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, books, and “educational expenses” (this is a huge change as it will allow students to use scholarship funds for transportation, food, rent, etc.) 
• The SCC Financial Aid department will take over the distribution of funds to provide better transparency and simplification for students of their entire financial aid package 

The 25/26 application window will open at the end of January. We will have several information sessions and will be updating the website to better help students. We will keep you posted as we move forward.  

Again, thank you to all the folks who have met with us, shared feedback with us, and helped us think through the process! If you would like to discuss these changes or have any questions or comments, please reach out to Wendy.  

Human Resources: 

 Updates  

• Upcoming Holidays – Don’t forget to update your unit’s signage and personal messaging!  

• Dec 25^th – CLOSED for Christmas Holiday   
• Dec 23, 24, 26, 27 – CLOSED for Winter Campus Closure  
• Jan 1^st – CLOSED for New Year’s Day Holiday   

Payroll Reminders  

• TIMESHEETS are due: Friday 12/13 at noon by the employee and 5pm by the supervisor  
• LEAVE REPORTS are due: Friday 12/13 at noon by the employee and 5pm by the supervisor  
• Employees required to work 12/14 and/or 12/15, please submit at the end of your shift on the last day worked on/before 12/15.    
• Custodians, submit by the end of your shift, supervisor approve by the end of your shift on 12/13.   

  

Payroll questions? Join us online, Tuesdays from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.  

  

Do you know someone who wants to join our team? Visit: Job Opportunities at Shoreline Community College.   

Events and Updates 

• Continuing Education Winter Reg Now Open 
• Winter Holiday Basketball Camp 12/23 & 12/24 
• Three Performances Left of Gale This Weekend!! 
• VMSS Sock Drive- Now Through Jan 17, 2025! 

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Shoreline Community College MISSION – Our Purpose 

Shoreline Community College offers accessible, high-quality education and workforce training that empowers students for success. Rooted in our commitment to diversity, equity, and community engagement, we foster an educational environment that contributes to the enrichment of both our local and global communities.