Follow-up: Temporary Pause on Federal Grants and Loans

January 28, 2025 by Leave a Comment

Further clarification has been received relative to the federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB)’s temporary pause on all federal grants and loans, effective today at 2:00pm PST/5:00pm EST. 

We have now received confirmation that the federal grant funding pause does not currently affect any type of Title IV federal funding. Title IV funding includes the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Federal Work Study and federal student loans. However, all other federal aid outside of Title IV funding is still unclear. Please note, Washington State aid programs, including Washington College Grant, Washington Bridge Grant, College Bound Scholarship, Passport to Careers, Opportunity Grant and State Work Study, are also not affected. 

We have also received word from the Department of Veterans Affairs Education Service that “GI Bill payments do not fall under this order and will continue to be made to schools and students without change.” 

At this time, there is no impact to full-time employees funded by federal grants. However, an impact to student and part-time staff positions funded through federal grants is anticipated. Executive Team members are actively working with their respective areas to address this situation. 

We will continue to keep you informed to the best of our ability as we receive more information.

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Urgent Update: Temporary Pause on Federal Grants and Loans

January 28, 2025 by Leave a Comment

Last night we received news of a significant development from the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) about a temporary pause on all federal grants and loans, effective today at 5 p.m. This directive impacts federal programs, including those that support higher education institutions like ours. 

We do not have a lot of details to share at this time, but this freeze may have implications for grants or programs that fund critical areas for the College. We are closely monitoring the situation to understand the full scope of its impact on our students, staff, and institutional operations. 

Please know that we are already taking steps to address this issue. Our leadership team is in direct communication with state and federal partners, including the offices of Sen. Patty Murray and other advocates in Congress, to urge clarity and advocate for resuming funding as quickly as possible. 

In the meantime, we are assessing how to mitigate potential disruptions to operations and student support services. If you oversee any programs or initiatives that rely on federal funding, please connect with your supervisor or department lead immediately to help us gather the necessary details for advocacy and planning. 

We recognize the urgency and uncertainty this news brings, and we remain committed to transparency as the situation evolves.  

Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we navigate this challenge together. 

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Trauma-Informed Training

January 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment

Transitional Studies invites all faculty, staff, and administrators to join us for a Trauma-Informed Training aimed at fostering supportive and inclusive learning environments for all students, particularly those who have experienced trauma. Understanding trauma and its impact is essential in creating spaces where every student can thrive academically and personally

Open to All Faculty, Staff, and Administrators

About the Trainer: Dr. Michele Andrasik

Our trainer for this session, Dr. Michele Andrasik, is a renowned expert in addressing psychosocial and structural factors related to HIV risk and health disparities among marginalized communities. With extensive experience in community-based research and public health, Dr. Andrasik is currently the lead Behavioral Scientist at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (FHCRC) and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Washington.

Her work focuses on improving health outcomes and addressing stigma, particularly in the context of HIV prevention and care. Dr. Andrasik holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Health Psychology from the University of Miami and has a strong background in qualitative methods and Community-Based Participatory Research. She has also served as the Director of AIDS services for a community-based organization in New York City before transitioning into academia and research.

Why Attend?

This session will provide valuable insights into the importance of trauma-informed practices and how they can be implemented within higher education settings. Participants will gain tools to better support students from diverse backgrounds, build trust, and create a more empathetic and responsive academic environment.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Do You Have an Open On-Campus Job?

January 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment

Do you have any open jobs (especially hourly), or are planning to have one soon? Please let the Career Center know!

We connect with motivated students and community members every day who are eager for on-campus work, and we’d love to help match them with your opportunities. (Including both Work Study and Hourly!)

Just email us your HR approved job description, and we’ll handle posting it on Handshake (our centralized and online job posting platform) to boost visibility and attract great candidates.

careercenter@shoreline.edu

Let us know if you have any questions!

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Invitation to apply for NCORE

January 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment

Yek Tunal, Everyone!

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for members of Shoreline Community College to represent our institution at the upcoming NCORE (National Conference on Race & Ethnicity). The conference is being held in NYC, NY from May 27-31, 2025. This year, we will be sending a select number of Staff, Faculty, & Admin to attend the conference. Selected participants will include a mix of individuals from the DEIA division and campus employees. This conference is open to ALL (faculty, admin/exempt and classified employees), we encourage anybody who is interested to apply. Deadline for submissions is January 31st at 5:00pm. Selected participants will be notified by February 10th. Any applications received after the deadline will not be taken into consideration. 

If you are interested in attending, please complete the following application form

. The DEIA office will review all submissions and select participants based on responses and availability. We want to ensure we have a good variety of participants from all employee classifications representing our College. 

Please note the following details:

  • Responsibility for Travel: Selected participants will be responsible for managing their own travel documents and arrangements. The DEIA Office is paying for the selected participants and will provide you with the necessary budget information. Participants are expected to submit their travel authorizations and obtain approval as soon as possible. You may seek additional support from your respective departments if needed. Shoreline Community College’s knowledge base articles are also a great resource. 
  • Orientation and Additional Sessions: If selected, you will be expected to attend a pre-conference orientation and debrief. Participants will also be participating in a community event once at NCORE. Details will be shared with selected participants once arrangements have been made. These components are designed to enhance your conference experience and professional growth.
  • Time Away from Office: Selected participants are responsible for notifying their supervisors of their absence and obtaining prior approval. Conference dates: May 27-31. 

Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to reach out to Alejandra Salgado (asalgado@shoreline.edu).

We encourage you all to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to contribute to and learn from this important conference.

Best,

Brian Ramos

Vice President of DEIA

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