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.

Friday 1/17/25 

Events and News 

Hello all, hope you are having a great week. There’s a lot going on so let’s get started! 

We were very lucky this week to learn from historian Moon-Ho Jung from the University of Washington during our celebration of Korean American day. The presentation provided a critical lens regarding the history of Korean Americans in the United States. It was great seeing so many students participating – I was thrilled honestly. The food was delicious…but I think I ate too many Gimmari (fried seaweed rolls)!  Big thanks to Scott and the WAVES team for their great work.   

I also really enjoyed attending the Desserts with the Deans event.  It was fun connecting with students and the deans of course.  Hardworking deans need dessert.  Now that I think of it, I think I’m eating too much at these events. 

I was also able to stop by the MC winter welcome and chat with a few students as well.  They were doing Karaoke at the time, and I heard a student singing and wow what a great voice!  We have a lot of talented students here! 

As you know Monday is MLK Day and the campus will be closed to commemorate the holiday and celebrate Dr King’s Legacy. We have two great events happening next week and I would urge you to join. 

• Dr Paul Harrick will be discussing Dr King’s philosophy in the QDR on Jan 21 

• Edwin Pratt celebration event – we will honor the legacy of local shoreline civil rights leader on January 30^th in the PUB 

Both events are FREE 

And hey! Any interest in being a guest on my next Campus Update?  If so, email me!  jkahn@shoreline.edu  

Don’t forget to bookmark and share our community page!  https://www.shoreline.edu/about-shoreline/community.aspx  

Lastly, here is the link for this month’s President’s Campus Update: 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Winter 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.  
 

Committee/Council Updates:  

• Accreditation Committee 

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee 

• ctcLink Leadership Team 

• College Council Updates 

• Facilities Technology Committee 

• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

Accreditation: 
 
Program Reviews:  

• Need help? Inspiration? Collaboration? Join a Program Review Drop-In session from the comfort of your own office:   

• Thursday, January 23rd, 3-4 pm (Zoom link)  

• Wednesday, January 29th, 12:30-1:30 pm (Zoom link)   

• You should be implementing your goals for the 2024-25 year and documenting your actions in the “Progress on This Year’s Goals” section of the Program Review.  

• Instructional areas should be working on the “Student Success” section.   

• ProRata faculty position requests due by February 3: sections “Background,” “Equity” and “Activity / Workload” need to be finalized in the Program Review.  

Enrollments: 

The winter 2025 daily enrollment report is available to all employees.     

Communications and Marketing: 

I am pleased to announce that Steve Marshall will be taking on some new job responsibilities, and his title will now be Communication Specialist.  In addition to his work streamlining student communication, he will be assisting with employee communication efforts as well, including taking over sending this e-mail each week.  Moving forward he will also be the main point of contact for our calendar, and our DAAG and ST blogs, so if you have questions about an event or need assistance, please contact him a smarshall@shoreline.edu. Thanks Steve! 

Foundation: 

The 25/26 Academic Year Scholarship Application window will open on 1/29/25!   
 
https://www.shoreline.edu/foundation/scholarships.aspx  The scholarship awarding, criteria, and application are quite different than prior years. Kara Haney has been putting together a workshop. If you want to discuss one in your area, tell Kara!   
 
Thank you to all the departments and people across campus who helped us work through this new process! It was a big and at times complicated lift, but because of all your help, we are ready to launch!   

Please join us for the Edwin Pratt Day of Remembrance, a special event dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of Edwin Pratt, an influential civil rights leader and community advocate. Click here to register for this free event https://ow.ly/EQCg50UGAGl 

Human Resources: 

Updates  

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

• Jan 20^th – CLOSED for MLK Jr Day  

• Feb 17^th – CLOSED for Presidents’ Day   

• Admin & Classified Annual Eval Reminder (Links Below):  

• Administrative Performance Assessment (APA) Procedure  

• Administrative Performance Assessment (APA) Form  

• Classified Staff – Performance & Development Plan (PDP) Instructions  

• Classified Staff – PDP Evaluation Form   

• Classified Staff – PDP Expectations Form  

• 2024 W2s – Please stay tuned, they will be released shortly! 

Payroll 

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:    

• Lizbeth Agapito – Adult Outreach Recruiter – Access & Advising  

• Samaad Turner – Jr. Applications Programmer – TSS  

Open Permanent Positions;  

• Campus Security Officer – Safety & Security  

• Custodian 2 – Facilities & Capital Projects  

• Fiscal Specialist 1 – Accounts Payable  

• Machine Shop & Tool Room Manager Prog. Spec. 2 – Manufacturing  

• Manager – HR Engagement & Retention  

• Tenure-Track Faculty – Accounting  

• Tenure-Track Faculty – Automotive General Service Technician  

• Tenure-Track Faculty – Chemistry  

• Tenure-Track Faculty – Ford – Automotive  

• Tenure-Track Faculty – Manufacturing / Mechatronics  

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

Events and Updates 

• Call for Feedback on Clean Energy Technology Program 

• Winter Club & Resource Fair 

• The Philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

• Student Event – Dolphin Development Series 

• Invitation to Apply for NCORE 2025 Attendance 

• Academic Appreciation & Faculty Celebration 

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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.