Campus Updates 10/17/24

October 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment

Events and News 

Good morning, all!  Well, actually as I write this it’s yesterday afternoon for you.  Hope you had a great day!  

This was another productive week full of meetings with partners in China.  We finished our time in Beijing by visiting a high school and another international school.  Both visits were interesting and showed much potential.  I think I mentioned it earlier, but one of our enrollment strategies is to build up more partnerships with institutions (in addition to agents) and China is an excellent place to do so, as interest is high. 

As of writing this, we have just arrived in Qingdao. In the hotel we are staying at there happens to be a Chinese dental technology conference occurring, so maybe we can partner with them and our awesome dental hygiene program! 

One of the best parts of this trip has been meeting the parents of our students who are attending Shoreline, which has been so moving.  They are so delighted with our program and our college! 

Thanks so much to the folks who inquired about the black tofu- glad you are reading these, and I love hearing from you as well. 

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.  

Accreditation 

  • Area Reviews are now called Program Reviews. 
  • We have been sending out Program Reviews to lead administrators for the last few months and now all have been sent out. 
  • Please begin work on your 2024-25 Program Review. 

Enrollments: 

Foundation 

The Giving Table Luncheon in support of students and programs at SCC is only 2 weeks away! Funds raised at this luncheon help bridge financial gaps for students struggling with basic needs insecurities, fund on-campus initiatives like the Ethnic Studies Lecture Series, and pay for equipment and tools to help us do our jobs more efficiently. This year, we are hoping to raise over $100,000! Attendance at the luncheon is free, but please be aware guests will be asked to make a gift that is personally meaningful during the event. You can learn more and/or RSVP by clicking here. 

The Foundation needs help with décor, set-up, and tear-down for the upcoming “Giving Table” event on November 1, 2024. Specifically, we are looking for help on: 

  • October 31 from 2:00pm-3:00pm to help set-up décor. There will be pizza! 
  • November 1 from 10:30am-11:30am to help with day-of-setup and handing out name badges.  

Employees interested in helping out can do so with supervisor approval as long as there is no impact to the completion of regular duties.  Contact sccfoundation@shoreline.edu once you’ve gained supervisor approval to do so and thank you in advance for your help! 

Hey everyone – here’s a great press release about how donors help students! Oh, and here is another one! 

Human Resources: 

 Updates  

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

  • Nov 11th – Veteran’s Day  
  • Nov 28th – Thanksgiving  
  • Nov 29th – Native American Heritage Day  

Classified Comp Time Accrual   

Don’t forget to complete your comp time accrual by November 30th for your use across the 2024 Winter Campus Closure (week of Christmas holiday)  

Payroll Reminders  

  • Leave Reports are due: Wednesday, 10/30 at noon by employee and 5pm by supervisor.  
  • Timesheets are due: Thursday 10/31 at noon by employee and 5pm by supervisor    

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

 New Employees  

Please join us in welcoming the following new employees to Shoreline Community College:    

  • Laura Brown – Program Specialist 3, SIP & Guided Pathways  
  • Jennifer Burrell – Cook 3, Parent Child Center  
  • Stephanie Carlson – Campus Security Officer, Safety & Security  
  • Micheal Chen – IE Marketing Manager, International Education   
  • Colleen Ferguson – Assoc. Director for Global Engagement, International Education   
  • Heather Harris – Customer Service Specialist 2, Enrollment Services 
  • Elle Rivera Soto – Student Outreach & Recruitment, Enrollment Services  
  • Aidan Sweney – Program Specialist 2, AANAPISI  

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

 Strategic Plan Updates 

In a follow up to the Opening week presentation on participatory governance, the Task Force asks that you review this draft document and provide feedback in this form.  

Study Abroad: 

Know anyone who might be interested in studying abroad in Rome?  if you do, please send them to our info session 

  • Date: Wednesday 10/23/24 
  • Time: 3:00-4:00pm 
  • Location: Online via Zoom- register below to get the link 

To register for the meeting, please visit: https://www.wcccsa.com/rome 

Events and Updates 

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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. 

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Press Release: Donors Bridge FAFSA Gap for Students at Shoreline Community College

October 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment

Donors Bridge FAFSA Gap for Students at Shoreline Community College 

Shoreline, WA – [October 17, 2024] – The U.S. Department of Education promised a streamlined financial aid process for students this year by reimagining the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). However, instead of making things easier, the rollout of the new form has been riddled with delays and technical issues. Released months behind schedule, the updated FAFSA left colleges scrambling to process aid packages. Errors in the form nearly cost students $1.8 billion in federal aid, and even after a fix was implemented, further delays ensued. Additionally, a technical glitch prevented many non-citizens and their children from completing the application, adding to the frustration. 

These delays have disproportionately impacted low-income students who rely on federal aid to meet essential needs such as rent, childcare, and food. Without timely access to these funds, many students faced frustration and financial insecurity, threatening their ability to remain in school. 

In response, this summer the Shoreline Community College Foundation (SCCF), supported by generous donors, established a special emergency fund to bridge the gap between when students were awarded aid and when they received the funds. The Shoreline Community College (Shoreline) Financial Aid Office administered these funds to ensure students could stay enrolled despite the delays. 

“Research from 2024 highlights that financial barriers remain one of the leading causes of student attrition,” said Ryan Aiello, Vice President of Student Services at Shoreline Community College. “A recent survey conducted by Western Washington University and the Washington State Achievement Council found that nearly 50% of students at two-year colleges have experienced food or housing insecurity.” Using Donor funds in this way alleviated financial stress on low-income students, keeping these students in school, giving them a better chance to complete their degree or certificate training, and move into living-wage jobs. 

Wendy Coates, Executive Director of the SCCF, praised the donors whose contributions made this initiative possible: “This was such a unique situation. We knew the FAFSA rollout was delayed so we were able to find a solution to bridge the gap for our most financially fragile students before they were negatively impacted.” Through this program, 111 students received stipends ranging from $500 to $1,000 totaling $60,000 overall to cover critical living expenses, including rent, food, childcare, and transportation. 

“I am deeply grateful to the donors to the SCCF who make emergency programs like this possible.,” Coates added. Every dollar not only impacts individual students but strengthens the entire Shoreline community.” 

Aiello also underscored the emotional and mental health benefits of the emergency support: “This donor-backed initiative provided immediate relief for over 100 students, alleviating their financial stress as they prepared for the academic term. Beyond addressing physical needs, this assistance also contributed to students’ mental wellbeing by reducing the overwhelming anxiety that often accompanies financial uncertainty.” 

“I am incredibly proud of our financial aid staff for their incredible dedication to our students at this time and to our Foundation and donors who really stepped up to serve students during this national federal aid crisis. It really demonstrates the commitment our community has for student success,” said Shoreline President Dr. Jack Kahn about this important initiative. 

If you’d like to learn more about the work the Shoreline Community College Foundation does, or if you are interested by playing a positive role in the lives of our students by becoming a donor, please visit https://www.shoreline.edu/foundation/ or contact Wendy Coates at wcoates@shoreline.edu 

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Continuing Education Flagger Training Course- Starts 10/26/24

October 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment

Did you know that Continuing Education is offering certified Flagger Training courses this fall? Spread the word if you know someone who likes the outdoors and needs a flexible job.

Classes begin 10/26/24

Learn more here: https://www.campusce.net/shoreline/Course/Course.aspx?c=282

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Puget Sound Mycological Society presents 61st Annual Wild Mushroom Show 10/19-10/20/24

October 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment

The 61st annual Wild Mushroom Show is on campus Saturday October 19 (noon-6pm) and Sunday October 20 (10am-5pm) in the #9000 PUB Building and #1600 Theater. The show is a fund-raiser, a classroom, an eatery, a boutique, a garden, a laboratory, and a crafts project! There will be lectures on a variety of mushroom topics, mushroom cooking/tasting, photos of mushrooms, commercial vendors, arts and crafts, and a cultivation table where you can make your own oyster mushroom-growing kits. Check out the fluorescent mushrooms in the spooky glowing haunted house this year. All these activities help us introduce the public to the incredible diversity of mushrooms and other fungi.

  • Date: Saturday & Sunday 10/19/24-10/20/24
  • Times:
    • Saturday: 12:00-6:00pm
    • Sunday: 10:00am-5:00pm
  • Location: 9000 Building (PUB) and 1600 Building (Theatre)
  • Cost:
    • General Admission: $10
    • Student Admission: $5.
      • Free for children under 12 

To get more information about the show, visit https://psms.org/ and download the show flier

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Through the Lens Artist Reception Happening Tomorrow 10/17/24

October 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment


SCC emerging artists and Seattle non-profits collaborate!

​Join us for an Artist Reception featuring food, drinks, music, art!

  •   Date: Thursday 10/17/24
  •   Time: 4:00-6:00pm
  •   Location: 1000 Building, Art Gallery

Documentary Photography coursework, taught by faculty member Lauren Greathouse at Shoreline Community College, focuses on the culmination of an entire quarter of visual storytelling and service to the community. These Shoreline student artists spent an entire quarter working in collaboration with a non-profit of their choosing within the Seattle area, merging art and agency through the selection of images on display.

WITH A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY SCC MUSIC DEPARTMENT STUDENTS!!

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