Campus Updates 10/27/22

October 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment

EVENTS AND NEWS  

Good afternoon all, 

I’m writing this introduction from New York City!  I honestly can’t remember the last time I was here.  While born in NY (and with relatives here) I do not get to the East Coast that much, and that certainly has been exacerbated by Covid.  I am here attending my first Association Community College Trustees (ACCT) conference with Trustees Lux and Wells. Attending as a team can really assist us in learning more about our roles and partnering on a shared mission.  One event I attended with the Trustees was the Improving Educational Outcomes for Men of Color Symposium. I will be sharing institutional recommendations with the campus upon my return. 

Next week I will be sending a summary memo to the campus with a brief summary of the “Trust” project we discussed during my opening remarks at Opening Week, and it will include links to the raw data. The number of great suggestions and ideas was staggering.  Taking the advice from a few of the respondents, we will be prioritizing suggestions and moving those to action as a first step. Some have already begun, and I will update you on those as well. As these are moving forward, we will re-engage and adopt additional suggestions as we go. 

In addition to these important methods of improving trust and communication, we will need to continue to engage in conversations that help us to identify the primary ways we will continue to serve, build our presence in the community, and align our work with the board goals (which were discussed this month and will be officially voted on in December).  We will begin working on our DEI Strategic plan. Until that plan is complete, we will need to focus on pre-planning to be sure we have plans and actions that align with our mission and board goals, serve those who are at Shoreline and those who should be.  This will also be in the memo next week. 

During my opening presentation (and certainly over the last few months) I have had many conversations with folks about the external challenges to the college as well as the internal ones. Those conversations also included proud moments of exciting work with students, progress on concerns, and joy. We do have genuine challenges and I do not want to diminish the frustration that comes with those challenges. However, we also have several committed folks, including myself. We will continue to work with you to build structures and relationships that can work together to take on these challenges. I am very much looking forward to more stories of joy and progress as we move forward. 

More soon- have a great week.   

Best, Jack 

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

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RETURN TO CAMPUS/COVID-19  

Cases   

  • Covid cases: 10 positive cases of COVID-19 were reported to the College during the week from October 19 through October 25, up 2 from last week. 

News  

  • 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. 

Questions?      

Shoreline Community College MISSION – Our Purpose 

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

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Shoreline Community College – New Positions Open!

October 27, 2022 by Leave a Comment

Greetings,

Shoreline Community College is recruiting for the following positions:

              Director of Financial Aid

              Date of first consideration: 11/15/22

Apply here!

Career Center Manager – Program Specialist 3

              Date of first consideration: 11/21/22

              Apply here!

Interested applicants may apply at www.shoreline.edu/hr for our full-time and part-time positions.  It’s easy to search for open positions using the search bar and filtering tools. 

The Office of Human Resources at Shoreline Community College appreciates your participation in the College’s ongoing recruitment efforts. 

Please share with your colleagues and professional networks!

Elise Robinson, M.Ed.

Human Resource Manager

Shoreline Community College

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National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

October 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment

Happy National Disability Employment Awareness Month from the Accessibility Advisory Committee!

What is National Disability Employment Awareness Month?

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is celebrated every October throughout the United States. NDEAM, headlined by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), has a theme each year, the 2022 theme being, “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” This NDEAM theme is a great reminder to all in this country that the disability community is a large and greatly underserved population that is very much a part of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. While NDEAM is particularly recognized during the month of October, we can acknowledge and celebrate throughout the year the reality that people do have the potential to be employed, regardless of ability. 

Is National Disability Employment Awareness Month recognized as a federal event?

The President of the United States makes a Presidential Proclamation about NDEAM. Joe Biden made his proclamation on September 30, 2022, and the Department of Labor presented a news release related to disability and equity in the workplace. ODEP has a number of resources on their website (shared below). One these resources is a great page describing Year-Round Employer Strategies for Advancing Disability Inclusion. ODEP also shares videos and the ability to download 2022 posters also posters from previous years’ NDEAM celebrations.

Feel free to drop by the Student Accessibility Services office in Room 5226, or contact Miranda Levy if you would like some NDEAM posters, or posters about mental health in the workplace from ODEP for your department!

How can I support National Disability Employment Awareness Month?

NDEAM is an opportunity to recognize that individuals with disabilities are the same as those who do not have disabilities in that if they want to be employed, this is a possibility. Reflect on what you do and do not know, and seek resources to learn, such as checking out the What Can You Do Campaign. If you are an employee with a disability and feel that accommodations would assist you in your success at work, contact Human Resources. This is about reasonable accommodations under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act at Shoreline Community College (SCC), given that we are not a federal agency. Also, don’t forget that SCC now has a Career Center for all students, located in the PUB. Feel free to post about National Disability Awareness Month on your social media with the hashtag #NDEAM2022 as well!

Resources

How are we doing?

Please submit feedback about the information that the Accessibility Advisory Committee shares to Miranda Levy via email at mlevy@shoreline.edu so that the committee can review together and serve the campus community better.

disability is part of the equity equation graphic dol.gov/ODEP

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News Links | Oct. 25, 2022

October 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment
SYSTEM NEWS | OPINIONS
Centering equity in community college baccalaureate programs
From the time community college baccalaureate (CCB) degrees were envisioned, Washington state centered new programming on creating more equitable access and outcomes for students with limited opportunity to attend the university. [Skagit Valley College, Lake Washington Institute of Technology, Highline College, Green River College, Yakima Valley College, Centralia College, Edmonds College]
Community College Daily, Oct. 24, 2022

Hi-tech business a buzz in Clark County
… Clark College’s center, located in its Columbia Tech Center campus, is one of a number of industry-specific education centers that receives support through the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
Reflector, Oct. 24, 2022

Seattle Colleges’ $14 million financial forecast flub frustrates staff
Unexpected savings usually elicit joy, but news that the Seattle Colleges budget shortfall is a fraction of what was forecast is triggering frustration among staff and more turnover among top-level leadership. [North Seattle College, South Seattle College, Seattle Central College, State Board for Community and Technical Colleges]
The Seattle Times, Oct. 22, 2022

SPSCC one step closer to offering Its first BAS degree
South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) is now one step closer to offering its Bachelor in Applied Science (BAS) degree in Craft Beverage Management and Quality Assurance. The proposed degree was approved today by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
Thurston Talk, Oct. 21, 2022

Bellingham Technical College announces new president
A new leader will take the helm of Bellingham Technical College in the new year. BTC’s Board of Trustees announced that Dr. James Lemerond will serve as President, beginning on January 1st. Dr. Lemerond previously served as the Vice President of Lakeshore Technical College in Wisconsin.
KGMI, Oct. 21, 2022

First lady Jill Biden highlights high school programs at Bates Technical College
First lady Dr. Jill Biden visited Bates Technical College’s South Campus on Friday, Oct. 7 to tour youth apprenticeship and the Technical High School programs that connect youth to hands-on workforce education while they earn their high school diploma.
Suburban Times, Oct. 20, 2022

Local colleges work to educate students on the importance of voting
Yakima Valley College and WSU Tri-cities are working to educate their students on the importance of voting this election season. Both schools have people in place to answer questions and are providing easy ways to register. Yakima Valley College has been setting up information booths at all student events since fall quarter started.
NBC Right Now, Oct. 19, 2022
TRENDS | HORIZONS | EDUCATION
Student aid eligibility changes under FAFSA simplification
Most students shouldn’t see their student aid eligibility change too much under the new rules, but there are some situations colleges and universities should be aware of.
Inside Higher Ed, Oct. 25, 2022

DataPoints: Growth areas among community college baccalaureate programs
The bulk of new community college baccalaureate (CCB) programs focus on health sciences and nursing, followed by business-related programs, according to the Community College Baccalaureate Association (CCBA).
Community College Daily, Oct. 24, 2022

Viewpoint: Working on our weaknesses
Advice is not usually hard to come by. We have all been on the receiving end of unsolicited, well-intentioned advice. We have likely been the giver of advice, as well. When it comes to leadership, there is no shortage of advice.
Community College Daily, Oct. 21, 2022

Students who ‘stand to lose the most’
A new report, based on a survey of tens of thousands of community college students, found that they face rampant food and housing insecurity that may outpace the on-campus assistance services available to them.
Inside Higher Ed, Oct. 21, 2022
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Shoreline Shoutout!

October 26, 2022 by Leave a Comment

A Shoreline Shoutout to Safety and Security. Thanks to our officers on duty every day. We appreciate all you do for our students, the campus, and the community. You all are dedicated to serve and we wouldn’t be as successful or safe without you. – Anonymous

As a reminder, for those wishing to acknowledge the work of fellow shoreline staff members or a group at Shoreline, you need only submit a Waves of Gratitude form for individuals or a Shoreline Shoutout for groups.  Thank you from the Employee Recognition Committee – Rob, Wanda, and Megan.

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