Shoreline College Name Change Timeline

June 10, 2025 by Leave a Comment

As you may know, our Board of Trustees recently approved a name change from Shoreline Community College to Shoreline College. We’re excited about this evolution and want to share some details on how and when the name change will occur. Below is a high-level roadmap for how we’ll roll out the name change and new brand identity. 

Phase 1: Now-Start of the Summer Quarter 2025

Goal: Provide clarity, get ahead of rumors, and start using the new name strategically.

  • We will begin the process of changing our name administratively (e.g. paperwork for taxes, etc.) and that may take some time. 
  • We’ll begin using Shoreline College in select, targeted ways, particularly in international outreach, swag etc., where clarity and recruitment are key. 
  • Materials may include a note like: “Formerly Shoreline Community College” for continuity. 
  • We will not be releasing a temporary logo or any kind of updated branding during this phase. 
  • A blog post/announcement will go live the week of June 9th to reinforce the message publicly. 
  • We’ll continue to use our current logo and name across most materials until the full launch. 

Internal communication is key: You’ll be our ambassadors in helping answer questions and avoid confusion. Thank you in advance for your help! 

Phase 2: Summer–Fall 2025

Goal: Engage our community in logo design

  • We’ll begin developing new logo concepts this summer. 
  • Just like we did for the 60th Anniversary mark, early logo concepts will be reviewed internally, then shared publicly for a college-wide vote in early fall. 
  • Depending on the feedback, we may run a second round of voting. 
  • We’ll launch a “What’s Next for Shoreline College?” landing page with:
    • A timeline of the transition 
    • FAQs 
    • A placeholder for the logo reveal 

Phase 3: Early 2026 – June 2027

Goal: Full brand launch

  • We’ll officially unveil the new logo and visual identity in early 2026. 
  • Beginning in the first half of 2026, we’ll update signage, digital assets, email signatures, printed materials, social media, and more. 
  • All use of the old name and logo will be phased out by June 30, 2027. 
  • This will give us time to cycle through any remaining swag, stationary etc. and to transition our marketing materials  

A list of quick FAQs is below.  Please keep in mind that this plan is a work in progress and remains flexible.  As we move through the steps, we may find that some things take longer than others, so we appreciate your patience. If you have any other questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 

Quick FAQ for Faculty, Staff, and Students

Why are we using the new name before the new logo is ready?
We’re being strategic about where we use the name early (like in international marketing- we think the name change will be helpful in recruiting new students abroad) while keeping the current logo in place until we roll out a complete brand package in 2026. 

Are we designing a new logo?
Yes! Logo development will take place this summer, and the top options will be shared for community voting in early fall after classes begin. 

How can I get involved?
Watch for opportunities this fall to vote on logo options and provide input. We’ll also post updates on a new landing page later this summer. 

When will the new logo be official?
The full launch is planned for the first half of 2026. We’ll begin using it in stages, with all materials updated by June 2027.  It will take time to make all of the necessary updates. 

Can I still use the old name or logo?
Yes, for now. Please continue to use Shoreline Community College branding unless you’re working on a project where Shoreline College has been approved for strategic use (e.g., international outreach). We’ll provide clear guidance as the transition unfolds. 

What if I get questions from students or the public?
Let them know the name has officially changed, the new logo is coming in 2026, and all services, programs, and commitments remain the same. 

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Wave of Gratitude

June 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment

A Wave of Gratitude to Brandon Fryman for Inclusive Excellence, Community Engagement and Training.

I want to recognize Brandon Fryman for his incredible presentation at the Day of Learning. His talk on Native Americans in our region was powerful, thought-provoking, and deeply humanizing. He didn’t just talk about the past—he helped us understand where Native communities are today. Brandon highlighted that Native people in Washington are artists, politicians, business owners, and nonprofit leaders. They are shaping the future while carrying forward the strength and resilience of their ancestors.

Brandon also shared the important work he’s doing in the community—supporting Native students, working with nonprofits and tribal leaders, and collaborating with different departments on campus to build stronger support systems. His presentation helped me realize how much I still have to learn, and it inspired me to do better in my own role. The activities he led helped me connect more deeply and made me reflect on how I can more thoughtfully serve Native students and colleagues. Now if you walk in the FOSS building, you see all the maps of the tribes within our state. This will have a long-lasting impact on what I do here on campus.

Thank you, Brandon, for your leadership, your heart, and your dedication to this work. I hope we get to hear more from you in the future. – Submitting person wishes to remain 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.

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Campus Updates 6/5/2025

June 5, 2025 by Leave a Comment

 Events and News 

My apologies for the lack of update last week—it’s been a bit (more) of a whirlwind the last couple of weeks. 

Last month our DEIA office hosted a meeting for the Tlingit & Haida community to come to our campus and discuss how our region can best support them (and each other). Alaska Natives make up a large proportion of our indigenous students in this region of WA state and with a new office just up the street, collaboration becomes even easier. In addition to our folks, we also had the DEI leaders of Everett Community College, Cascadia College, Edmonds College, and Lake Washington Institute of Technology. Can’t wait for next steps! 

Another exciting partnership development is with Crescent Hill School in India.  This High school has been around for 50 years and is well known in Maharashtra (and beyond) to have a great reputation.  It usually takes a while for these new partnerships to get to outcomes, but nevertheless we are excited about this step and seeing students attend SCC in the near future.  

I was able to get to a few on-campus events as well. I attended the Veterans Center/Student Services Memorial Day flag event commemorating loved ones who perished in the line of duty. It was a wonderful idea and I’m so pleased folks were able to attend, participate, and share stories of their families and loved ones. I also attended author Dr. Mark Padoongpat’s presentation.  He shared highlights from his latest book “Flavors of Empire” and we learned a lot about food, culture, and the culture of food. This was part of the “Lunch and Learn” series brought by the DEI office & WAVES center. And we ate delicious Thai food as well!  There was also a wonderful Gallery/AFA Thesis Exhibition Artist Reception for our graduating associate in fine arts students.  It gave us all the opportunity to view their exhibited portfolio work. Our students are so talented! Thank you so much to Zach Mazur for providing this opportunity for our students and the community. 

Last week I was at the NAFSA: Association of International Educators conference for about half the week.   It was great to spend time with Samira Pardanani and the International Education team who also joined. We met some of our previous partners and we made some new ones, with a lot of promise for more partnerships.  I was also interviewed at the conference – enjoy!  

Last week we hosted WA state Governor Bob Ferguson on campus with representatives from all 34 Washington state colleges and colleagues from the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. Governor Ferguson was warm, kind, welcoming, and very supportive of our concerns as educators. We were also lucky to have our very own Colleen Ferguson from our International program join the event!  Our wonderful international students brought us teas and coffees symbolic of our love ❤️ of students and commitment to global learning and friendship. 

And on the announcement side—stay tuned for a soft-launch of Black Coffee Northwest in July!! Hot coffee is coming!! 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Spring 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 

Thursday, June 12th: final due date for remaining Program Reviews. 

Committee Updates:  

Enrollments 

  • Archives of past daily enrollment reports are available to all employees. 

TSS 

Starting this summer, TSS will begin migrating student email accounts from Google to our Microsoft platform to enhance the technical experience for our students and ensure optimal support and management of student accounts. As part of this change, student email addresses will shift from @go.shoreline.edu to @shoreline.edu. Emails sent to the old addresses will be automatically redirected to the new ones. 
 
This transition is necessary for several key reasons, including:  

  • Google’s discontinuation of unlimited free accounts for students  
  • Reduced storage capacity on Google accounts  
  • Enhanced systems management capabilities available through Microsoft  

In light of Google’s policy change, it will also be necessary to decommission older Gmail @go.shoreline.edu accounts. TSS has already begun notifying affected users and will work with alumni to help them migrate their data to a personal account of their choice. 
 
Due to the significant amount of data and configuration work involved, the migration process will begin in the Summer 2025 quarter, with the official go-live date projected for Winter 2026. All student emails and data will be preserved during this transition. 
 
To support this transition, TSS will provide comprehensive documentation and training materials for all students, faculty, and staff who have Gmail accounts ending in @go.shoreline.edu. Additional notifications and updates will be shared as we approach the transition period. 

Communication and Marketing 

In case you didn’t get a chance to see it yet, we have published our first Annual Report (or at the very least the first one in a very long time!).  A huge thank you to everyone who participated.  It was so much fun to tell your stories. If you’d like a physical copy, please stop by my office in the 1000 building as we have some extra printed copies.  Otherwise, you can enjoy the Annual Report online. 

Foundation 

Scholarships 25/26 – The deadline for students to accept their award was 6/2 at 4PM. Unclaimed scholarships will be re-awarded this week.  

Thank You for Supporting SIFF Opening Night! 

Thank you to faculty and staff who joined us for our Annual SIFF Opening Night Benefit Party. We’re so grateful for your presence and support! Your involvement helped make the evening not only a celebration of film and creativity, but also a meaningful investment in student success.  

Graduation – new this year… Some graduates may be wearing white cords as part of their regalia. Graduates wearing single white cords are recipients of a Shoreline Community College Foundation scholarship. These scholars worked diligently to earn this honor, demonstrating a commitment to their education and future aspirations. These cords serve as a testament to the students who wear them as well as the generosity of our donors, whose contributions empower students to achieve their dreams, reinforcing the transformative power of education and community investment. 
 
We are ramping up the Alumni program at Shoreline, and we need your help! Have some thoughts or ideas? Please contact Taisa at twelhasch@shoreline.edu    

Human Resources 

Updates 

  • 2024-25 Retiree Recognition Event  
  • Join us Friday, June 6th from 2:30 – 3:30pm in the Admin Bldg Board Room to celebrate this year’s retirees. Your attendance will be welcomed with cake and camaraderie! 
  • Campus Closure for Commencement  
  • To allow employee attendance at this year’s attendance, campus will be closed to the public effective 1:30pm – 4:30pm on Friday, June 20, 2025.  
  • Please ensure appropriate signage/messaging is in place reflecting this campus wide closure of services within your units.  
  • Employees are welcome to watch the ceremony virtually in the Main Dining Room (9215) or Theater (1600) locations. Don’t forget to join the commencement reception (post-ceremony) in the PUB/Bldg 9000! 
  • 2025 Summer Hours  
  • Effective 7/7/25 – 8/29/25, the College will move to public operating hours of Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with campus closed on Fridays/  
  • Supervisors – Please ensure offices remain staffed on campus across all business hours when considering schedule requests.  
  • CLASSIFIED STAFF: 2024-25 Personal Leave Days – Expiring after June 30th! 
  • Don’t forget to use your personal leave days no later than June 30, 2025.  

Payroll Reminders 

NOTE: There are “early” deadlines for leave requests and timesheets because the last day of the pay period lands on a Sunday.  

  • LEAVE REQUESTS DUE: Thursday, 6/12 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  
  • TIMESHEETS DUE: Friday, 6/13 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

New Employees 

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

  • Melanie Durant –- Customer Service Specialist 2, Welcome Desk 

  

New Job Postings! 

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

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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Undergraduate Research Showcase

June 5, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Photos of students doing lab work and giving presentations.

The Undergraduate Research Showcase highlights the in-depth research completed by Shoreline Students participating in the Honors College Research Track, Post-Baccalaureate Program, and Biotechnology. 

This FREE event is open to the public.

Join us for a poster session followed by a student panel and Q&A session with student researchers!

  • DATE: June 11, 2025
  • TIME: 4:00 – 6:00 pm
  • PLACE: PUB, Main Dining Room

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International Day of Yoga

June 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Silhouette of a person in a yoga pose.

The International Education Department and the Consulate General of India, Seattle, invite you to participate in an International Day of Yoga event! Join us for a free yoga class, refreshments, a henna booth, and more!

  • WHEN: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 11:00am – 12:30pm
  • WHERE: Shoreline College, 9000 building, room 9215, Main Dining Room

A NEW yoga mat will be provided for each registered participant. Please bring your own water bottle.

RSVP to this event as space is limited!  Click here to register.

The International Day of Yoga is recognized by the United Nations, and is celebrated around the world.

In 2014, India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, in his United Nation’s address, suggested an annual Day of Yoga on June 21, as it is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and shares a special significance in many parts of the world. The goal was to recognize and celebrate yoga as an instrument to global health, harmony and peace.

The first International Day of Yoga was observed around the world on June 21, 2015. 35,985 people, including Prime Minister Modi and dignitaries from 84 nations, performed 21 asana (yoga postures) for 35 minutes at Rajpath in New Delhi, becoming the largest yoga class ever held.

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