Day at a Glance

Dear Colleague,

Thank you to those who attended the Campus Budget Update meeting on Thursday, January 23. If you were not able to attend in person or by zoom, here is the video recording. 

Additionally, here are the latest responses to the budget questions you submitted last week. As always, you are welcome to submit budget-related questions, comments, and suggestions any time via the online feedback form as well as physical comment boxes in the following locations:

• FOSS 3rd Floor Break Room (Room 5325)
• PUB 2nd floor Break Room (Room 9212)
• 2800 Building (Math & Science Main Office Reception Desk)
• 2300 Building (Health Occupations Break Room 2340)
• Library Main Desk (4200 Floor)

This week we also shared the press release about Shoreline’s budget recommendations on DAAG to keep you informed and apprised of where we are in the budget planning process. I know this is a tender time on the campus and I am so grateful for your continued dedication to our students and each other.

Respectfully,

Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D.

President

• A wave of gratitude for Savena Garrett! “Savena helped me problem solve an issue I had with my budget. All looks good now! Thank you Savena.”

• A wave of gratitude for Megan Minto! “Thank you Megan for finding the long table to fit in my cube. I was pretty bummed with some office layout changes, but the table made all the difference in helping me reframe my thoughts. It is working out well!”

• A wave of gratitude for Alysen Laakso! “Thank you Alysen for all of your hard work with our students and scholarships! You have been supportive and collaborative, and it has been wonderful to work with a colleague who clearly cares about student success. Best wishes at your new position – you will be missed!”

• A wave of gratitude for Gavin Smith! “Gavin is always a calm guiding presence who is quick to tackle a data challenge in a creative way. He helped develop a new solution to a task that had been tedious in data entry, and was instead able to create a query that can be replicated in future quarters. Moreover, Gavin is kind and approachable to work with – thanks Gavin!”

• A wave of gratitude for Stephanie Baker! “Stephanie did a great job mapping out the ES business processes for the CTC Link workshops. She learned the new software and created clear understandable maps so that we could all align on the work to be done. She brought clarity to a process that can be unfamiliar to many. Well done, Stephanie!”

• A wave of gratitude for Joe Chiappa! “Joe did a great job bringing us all together on the new CTC Link mapping process. He is a calm guiding presence who can navigate complex business processes. He sees both the big picture and the small details, and is also delightful to share in meetings together. We are lucky to have Joe with us!”

• A wave of gratitude for Inez Olive!” Inez has just joined our college in January but has already made a terrific start! She has innovative and creative ideas to help us recruit adult learners for Workforce and all college programs. She brings a wealth of great ideas and moreover the practical tasks needed to make those ideas come to life. We are so grateful Inez chose to come to Shoreline!”

• Aura Erickson is sending a wave of gratitude to Nina Grishinchuk! “Nina is dedicated to her job. She not only excels at the work but is an amazing co-worker. Always thoughtful with other. She has given so much support to the office. Sometimes staying to work past her work hours and coming to work during the evenings. It is an honor to work with such professional co-worker. She is one of the unsung heroes of this college. Thanks Nina for your dedication to your work!”

If you would like to submit a wave of gratitude for your fellow colleagues please follow use this form.

-The Recognition Committee

Dear Colleague,

In light of rapid developments with the novel coronavirus (2019 n-CoV) outbreak, I wanted to provide some updated information since my January 28 message. (Students will be receiving a similar message.)

While the infection risk to our campus remains low, we understand employees and students alike may be feeling anxious, stressed, worried about loved ones in China, and/or have questions about how to best navigate this public health concern on our campus. 

Communicable Disease Task Force
Out of an abundance of caution, a task force has been assembled on campus to stay abreast of developments and be ready to quickly address any campus concerns, following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Public Health – Seattle & King County, and the College’s communicable disease policy and procedures. 

Employee Resources
If you have questions about your exposure risk, health care coverage, or other personnel-related questions or concerns, please reach out to Veronica Zura, Executive Director of Human Resources (206-546-7858). 

If you have symptoms and either have traveled to/from Hubei Province, mainland China, or have had contact with someone who is suspected to have coronavirus – stay at home and contact a health–care provider.

Student Resources
If you have questions about students who are asking about campus exposure risks (including in the residence hall), have recently returned from travel in China, have interacted with someone who has traveled to China, and/or are exhibiting signs of illness, please reach out to Derek Levy, Dean of Student Support & Success (206-546-4544), or Yushin Wung, International Student Engagement Manager (206-546-6924).

Consistent with other colleges and universities, the College will contact any persons who may have an increased risk and monitor their well-being. If potentially at-risk students are not exhibiting symptoms of illness, they may continue attending classes.

Some students may also benefit from the following resources: 

• Counseling Center – Health care information, community resources, and confidential mental health support 
• International Education – Support for international students, including health insurance and travel questions 

Coronavirus Symptoms May Include: 

• Fever 
• Difficulty breathing 
• Cough 
• Sore throat 
• Runny nose 
• Headache 
• A general feeling of being unwell 

 Preventive Measures

• Stay home when you are sick. 
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. 
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. 
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick. 
• Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or a tissue when you cough or sneeze; and immediately throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. 

 Further updates will be shared with the campus community as needed. 

In health,
Cheryl Roberts, Ed.D.
President 

Are you interested in being able to assist someone experiencing a mental health-related crisis or non-crisis situation and where to turn for help?

Before you can know how to help, you need to know when to help.

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an internationally recognized program designed to build mental health literacy within our communities — or a basic understanding of what different mental health illnesses and addictions are, how they can affect a person’s daily life, and what helps individuals experiencing these challenges get well.

You will learn about:
· Depression and mood disorders
· Anxiety disorders
· Trauma
· Psychosis
· Substance Use disorders
· How to help someone who may be experiencing thoughts of suicide or harm

Mental Health First Aid teaches about recovery and resiliency — the belief that individuals experiencing these challenges can and do get better, and use their strengths to stay well.

Just as CPR helps you assist an individual having a heart attack — even with no clinical training — becoming a Mental Health First Aider will train you to provide initial help to people experiencing mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis and substance use disorders as well as how to help someone who may be experiencing thoughts of harm or suicide.

This 9-hour training is FREE to Shoreline Community College employees and students and will be offered in two (2) – 4.5 hour sessions:

Friday, February 28 AND Friday, March 6 from 11:00 am – 3:30 pm (Bring your lunch – and an afternoon snack will be provided). 

You MUST attend BOTH training sessions to receive a MHFA handbook and become a certified Mental Health First Aider.

Please email Sheryl Copeland at scopeland@shoreline.edu to register and/or find out more information. Once registered, details as far as room location, etc. will be shared.

MHFA website: www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/cs/