Hey folks, hope all are well.
This last week has been more “nose to the grindstone” than community connections. Working on budget, policy prep for next year, as well as various other projects. At the end of last week, I participated in the WACTC monthly presidents meeting via Zoom. I missed seeing my colleagues in-person but did get some info I will bring to future meetings.
Also, I wanted to thank folks who filled out suggestions and comments at Convocation. We are just going through these, but I wanted to share some things that people are already doing to support students – THANK YOU!
- Supporting recruitment events
- Choosing readings they can relate to and benefit from
- Providing students & applicants a way to connect w/ our team via text message
- Keeping the landscape nice so they want to be on campus
- Discussing nursing education options and opportunities with young adult kids of friends and family.
- Creating easy to understand instructions on how to apply to our program.
- Clarifying misconceptions about our services (yes, they are for you, too!)
- Building partnerships with K-12
- Attending events such as orientations and working with students individually
- Helping them get logged into their ctclink account.
- Streamlining department processes to maximize customer service for all students, faculty, and staff
Hope the rest of the week goes well for you.
Cheers,
Jack
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 Updates
Enrollments
Fall 2026 Daily Enrollment Tracking Report (DENTR).
Ballot Boxes
Just in time for election day, Shoreline College is now home to a ballot drop box!
This year, election day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, and the new drop box, located across from the 1000 Building next to the visitor parking lot, provides a secure and convenient place to return your ballot.
A special thank you to Joe Mazur, Lavina Seawright, Derek Levy, Julie Bathke, Campus Safety, and Facilities for their work in bringing this important resource to our campus!
International Education
Here at Shoreline, we have a working group of faculty and staff called Global Learning at Shoreline or GL@S for short. GL@S work group members are those with interest in partnering with the International Education department to host international guest lecturers, to present global-themed open lectures in one’s area of expertise and/or recent research, to support Shoreline study abroad programs, and other similar work.
Please join us for our Fall meeting:
Fall GL@S Meeting
Wednesday, October 14th
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Meet in-person in Library 4202 (or) Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88326815975
Agenda
- Update on International student outreach efforts and enrollment
- Update on study abroad programming
- Request for faculty presenters during International Education Week (Nov. 16-20)
- Request for hosts for 2027 Hubert Humphrey Fellow(s) and other international guests
For more information, contact Colleen Ferguson at cferguson@shoreline.edu
Business Administration
Temporary Relocation of Avanti Markets PICO 360 Coolers to Maple Student Union (9000) Seating Area
The Avanti Markets PICO 360 Coolers will be temporarily relocated along the walls of the seating area in the Maple Student Union, Building 9000, in the coming days. Two microwaves will also be moved and installed on the counters by the self-service coffee dispensers (not pictured). The coolers and microwaves are being moved so the Upper Crust Food Service can prepare the space for expected opening on November 1st. Please see two generative AI assisted pictures below for the proposed locations of the coolers. Please note that the final number of installed machines may vary from what is pictured below due to the space limitations and power requirements needed:
Technology Support Services (TSS)
Action Required: Email MFA Option Being Retired October 26, 2026
Hello Campus Community,
To align our authentication methods with current security best practices and strengthen the overall security of the ctcLink environment, the SBCTC will be making a change to the way Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is used with ctcLink.
Beginning Monday, October 26, 2026, the Email option will no longer be available as a Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) method within ctcLink.
Why is this changing?
As part of a systemwide security initiative across Washington’s community and technical colleges, Email is being removed as an MFA option because email accounts can be vulnerable to phishing, password reuse, and other forms of compromise. Removing Email as an authentication factor helps reduce security risks and encourages the use of stronger, more secure methods.
Recommended MFA options include:
- Authenticator Apps (Google, Okta Verify, Microsoft)
- Security keys (such as YubiKeys)
What do I need to do?
Prior to October 26, 2026, please verify your selected MFA options in ctcLink. If you are already using an MFA method other than Email, no additional action is required at this time.
If Email is currently your only MFA method, you will be prompted to choose and enroll in another MFA option the next time you log in after October 26, 2026. We encourage you to update your MFA settings before that date to avoid any login interruptions when accessing ctcLink services.
Need Help?
Instructions for setting up and managing MFA options are available through the ctcLink Reference Center:
Employees: HCM Employee Self Service Okta – Multi-Factor Authentication - select Setting Up Your Multi-Factor Recovery Options
Students: Student Self Service Okta – Multi-Factor Authentication - select Setting Up Your Multi-Factor Recovery Options
Questions?
If you need assistance updating your MFA settings or have questions about this change, please contact TSS by visiting https://support.shoreline.edu.
Thank you for helping us maintain a secure and reliable technology environment for our college community.
Foundation/Advancement/Alumni
You’re invited to the Shoreline College Foundation’s Giving Table Luncheon on Friday, November 6 at 11:30 AM in the Main Dining Room. This powerful event brings the community together to raise funds for scholarships, emergency assistance, and academic program support for the student at Shoreline College. The Luncheon is a free event, but registration is required, and donations will be requested. Let’s come together to make a difference for our students at The Giving Table.
Register to attend: Giving Table Luncheon | Registration
Why wait? Give a Gift Today: Online Donation Form | Employee Donation via Payroll Deduction Authorization
Fall Scholarship Cycle
Please share with students! – We are offering a small scholarship cycle this quarter that will provide funding for Winter and Spring quarters. Funding is limited, so only students who did not receive 2026-2027 annual scholarships are eligible to apply for these.
The Fall application will be available October 12 – November 15.
Scholarship Classroom Visits: If you’d like us to do a 10-15 minute scholarship presentation for your class, please complete this form and we’ll be in touch soon: Classroom Visit – Scholarship Outreach – Fill out form.
Events
Dolphin Double-Header and Alumni Reception – October 24
All Shoreline staff and alumni are invited to cheer on our Shoreline College soccer teams at Twin Ponds Park on Saturday, October 24. The Shoreline College Foundation and Alumni Steering Committee will be hosting a reception with fun fall snacks between the games. Families and kids are welcome. Stay for one or both games and enjoy reconnecting with past students and old friends.
12:00 PM – Shoreline College Women’s Soccer Team vs Peninsula College
1:30 PM – Alumni Reception (Please RSVP)
2:15 PM – Shoreline College Men’s Soccer Team vs Peninusla College
Both games and the Alumni Reception are free to attend. Go Phins!
Human Resources
Payroll Reminders
- Leave Reports are due: Wednesday, 10/14/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)
- Timesheets are due: Thursday, 10/15/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)
New Job Postings!
Do you know someone who wants to join our team? Visit: Job Opportunities at Shoreline Community College.
Find resources for Colleges employees on the Human Resources Intranet page
Updates from DAAG
Follow Shoreline College on social media!
Shoreline College MISSION – Our Purpose
Shoreline 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.
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