The Community Read of Octavia’s Brood is kicking off with its first meeting, Wed., Jan. 20

January 19, 2016 by Leave a Comment

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Join us Wed., Jan. 20 at 12:30 p.m. for the first meeting of the Community Read of Octavia’s Brood. We’ll meet weekly on Wednesdays in the PUB 9208 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. 

Don’t know what Community Read is? Read on:

Each year a new book is selected for our Community Book Read. Together we share our impressions and ideas. Weekly analyses of the text are led by a variety of college volunteers, bringing with them their unique backgrounds, expertise and perspectives. This keeps the discussion fresh, lively and relevant.

This year’s book is Octavia’s Brood: Science Fiction Stories from Social Justice Movements. Octavia’s Brood is a collection of social justice-themed science fiction stories that feature things like time travel, shape shifting, dystopian worlds, re-imaginings of “model minorities” and the possibilities of using visionary fiction to develop new ideas of future worlds. The works are inspired by the writings of Octavia Butler, an award-winning science fiction writer (Kindred, Parable of the Sower, and Lilith’s Brood) who lived in Lake Forest Park before her death in 2006.

The entire campus community is invited to read and discuss the stories inside Octavia’s Brood during winter quarter. Students will be able to receive a FREE copy of the book after signing up!

You can explore the book, its message and its authors at the library’s learning guide here.

You can find more information and a link to sign up on the SLC web page and you can also sign up to join the read here.

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Remembering Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 19, 2016 by Leave a Comment

(This message from President Cheryl Roberts was sent by email to all employees on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016)

Dear Colleagues,

During our three-day weekend, I hope you found time to remember Martin Luther King, Jr. and all those who work each day to “let freedom ring.” Our college, community, and world need the sensibilities and determination he embodied of love and service, equity and opportunity for all! In the coming week, I hope you will join in the conversation and various MLK events on campus! You can check DAAG and the college calendar for event days and times.

May we work each day to realize his dream and the best in each of us.

Gratefully,
Cheryl

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MLK events, Tuesday, Jan. 19

January 19, 2016 by Leave a Comment

MLK events, Tuesday Jan. 19, 2016

Rally Discussion & Debrief – 12:30pm PUB 9208

Shoreline joined the MLK Jr. Day March & Rally in Seattle on Jan. 18. Join us for an informal discussion reflecting on the March and the power of demonstrations.

Selma Movie (1st showing) – 1:30pm approximately (Follows Rally Discussion)

Although the Civil Rights Act of 1964 legally desegregated the South, discrimination was still rampant in certain areas, making it very difficult for blacks to register to vote. In 1965, an Alabama city became the battleground in the fight for suffrage. Despite violent opposition, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (David Oyelowo) and his followers pressed forward on an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, and their efforts culminated in President Lyndon Johnson signing the Voting Rights Act of 1965. (128 minutes) Join us for the discussions on Thursday, Jan. 21.

See all MLK events on the college calendar.

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Choosing a Major or Career Path workshop, Wed., Jan. 20

January 18, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Please tell your students about this informative workshop, and please feel free to come and join us yourself!
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Join us Wed., Jan. 20 at 12:30 p.m. for the workshop Choosing a Major or Career Path. We’ll meet in room 1305 (computer lab).

Unsure about your major or career?  Want to learn how to connect your strengths, interests, and values to major and career options?  If so, join Gwyn Hoffman-Robinson, SCC counselor, for an interactive workshop to learn more about the process of identifying your educational and career path.

Workshop is open to all and no RSVP needed.

Questions about the workshop? Contact Gwyn Hoffman-Robinson at gehoffman@shoreline.edu or 206.533-6613.

Interested in Career Counseling with a professional counselor? Stop by Counseling Services in FOSS 5229 or call us at 206.546.4559 to schedule an appointment with a professional counselor.

Interested in taking a 2-credit career exploration and planning course? Check out SCC’s class schedule under Human Development!

Hope you can join us!

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Martin Luther King Week events for Tues., Jan. 19

January 18, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Our Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration continues with a Rally Discussion & Debrief followed by a showing of the film Selma.

Join the Multicultural Center at 12:30 p.m. in the PUB 9208 for an informal discussion reflecting on the MLK day march and the power of demonstrations. Come on by even if you didn’t attend the march – there’s always something you can take away from the discussion!

Then stick around until 1:30 p.m. for a free showing of the acclaimed movie Selma, which chronicles King’s march from Selma to Montgomery to push for the signing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

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