This week, I was very fortunate to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Shoreline College students Atanu Baishnab and Camelia Liang, who were named to the 2026 All-Washington Academic Team – placing them among the top students in the state (in the top 16 in fact). Selected for their academic excellence and compelling work in engineering and nursing, their recognition reflects not only their dedication, but also the mentorship of faculty like Audrey Reuter and the continued support of our Board, including Trustee Rebecca Chan. Congratulations to both students for representing Shoreline with such distinction. 

I also had the opportunity to engage with the arts on campus through a compelling new media exhibition in the 1000 Building Art Gallery, featuring artists Chris Wille and Brian Franklin of the group Sphere. The exhibit explored the intersection of technology, data, and the environment – inviting our community to reflect on everything from satellite systems to digital networks and climate-responsive art. Really innovative and interesting! 

At the state level, I joined colleagues from across Washington for our monthly WACTC presidents meeting, continuing important conversations about how we best serve students and communities across the system in very challenging times. I am still attending these on Zoom and will reevaluate that next year. 

Thank you to everyone who joined my presentation on our recent delegation experience in India, organized by the Consulate General of India in Seattle. It was a meaningful opportunity to share insights on higher education, innovation, and the cultural richness we experienced during the visit. We were also fortunate to be able to host the Incredible India Photo Exhibit in conjunction with this visit, featuring the work of acclaimed Seattle-based photographer Sam Horine. The exhibit – previously inaugurated by U.S. Congressman Adam Smith, Kent Mayor Dana Ralph, Tukwila Mayor Tom McLeod, and Issaquah Mayor Mark Mullet – highlights India’s diversity, landscapes, and cultural vibrancy, and will continue traveling to universities across the Pacific Northwest. 

Looking ahead, I’m excited for our Day of Learning tomorrow. It’s a great opportunity for our campus community to come together, reflect, and continue strengthening how we support student success. 

Cheers, 

Jack 

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 Updates 

• Academic and Student Affairs Council 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) 

• Budget, Facilities, Safety & Technology Council 

Accreditation 

Instructional equipment requests due May 8, 2026: 

• Program Review sections “Background,” “Equity” and “Activity / Workload” must be completed. 

• If those sections and your Program Review from last year point to a need for instructional equipment, please request equipment via this form. 

Enrollments 

• Spring 2026 10^th Day Snapshot Enrollment Report 

• Shows a 5.9% decrease compared to last year.  

• Archives of past daily enrollment tracking reports. 

Grants 

• Thinking about applying for a grant?  

• Your first step is to contact the Grants Office.  

• We can help you plan a project, lead your team through the college’s required grant procedures, and guide you through developing and submitting a proposal.  

• Contact us at grants@shoreline.edu . 

Foundation/Advancement/Alumni 

Welcome Maya Hemachandra 

We’re thrilled to have Maya Hemachandra on board as the Shoreline College Foundation’s Interim Executive Director. Maya brings a wealth of experience to the role, having held many leadership positions with organizations like United Way of Snohomish County, Solid Ground, Wellspring, and others. She also teaches Nonprofit Management at the University of Washington and Seattle University, and she serves on the Board of Directors for the Association for Fundraising Professionals (AFP). 

While we’re sad to see Wendy Coates move on, we’re pleased that the Foundation will be in such capable hands while we conduct a full search for the next Associate Vice President of Development and Community Engagement. Please share the job description in your networks: Schooljobs.com | Shoreilne College Associate Vice President of Development and Community Engagement 

Shoreline College Foundation Staff Emergency Fund 

The Foundation has established an Employee Emergency Assistance Grant for staff members dealing with financial hardships because of the July 2025 salary range implementation error and the subsequent required repayments.  

All impacted employees are strongly encouraged to complete a brief online application to have the Foundation provide financial assistance to complete your repayment process. To apply for these one-time emergency assistance funds, please complete your application online: Shoreline Employee Assistance Grant Form. 

This is a powerful example of how your donations solve big problems! You can be an important part of finding more creative solutions by filling out an Employee Giving Form and making regular gifts to support our students, our academic programs, and our campus community. 

Thank you, scholarship reviewers! 

Thank you to all of the Scholarship Reader volunteers who helped out over the last few weeks with reading the 2026-2027 scholarship applications. Your support has been tremendous and enables us to award scholarships in a more equitable and timely manner. We couldn’t do it without you! 

Because of your hard work, we’ve been able to move into the awarding period this week (on time!). Students are expected to be notified of their scholarship award decision by May 8.  

If you’d like to learn more about our scholarship program or being a scholarship reader, email scholarships@shoreline.edu. 

Alumni Steering Committee 

The Shoreline College Alumni Office is actively seeking volunteers to join the Alumni Steering Committee. The College is strongest when all members of our college community, past and present, are fully engaged and working together. Our Alumni Steering Committee exists to engage Shoreline College alumni as ambassadors, advocates, and supporters by creating meaningful opportunities for connection, collaboration, and contribution that benefits current students, alumni, and the broader community. If you know of alumni who are looking for exciting ways to support the college, please have them contact us at alumni@shoreline.edu. 

Human Resources 

Updates 

• 2026 DAY OF LEARNING –  Friday May 1, 2026  

• Information and schedule found here: 2026 Day of Learning   

• NOTE: Registration closes April 24^th at 5:00pm  

• Registration Link: HERE  

• EXCEPTIONAL FACULTY AWARD NOMINATIONS NEEDED! 

• Who Can Nominate?  

• Administrator, alumni, classified employee, faculty member, Foundation Board member, student, or trustee and faculty members can also nominate themselves. 

• Nominate an individual or a group of faculty members who have shown: 

• Exceptional dedication, knowledge, or achievement in their field 

• Outstanding teaching, advising, counseling, or librarianship skills 

• Superior service in their duties 

• *For more detailed information, please see the campus wide notification. 

• Eligibility: 

• Individual faculty members need at least 9 quarters of full- or part-time work. 

• Groups need a combined 18 quarters of full- or part-time work. 

• Previous individual winners are eligible again after 5 years, and group winners after 5 years as well. 

• How to Nominate: 

• Complete the nomination form  

• Submit by end of day on Sunday, June 7th, 2026. 

Let’s show our amazing faculty how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication. Get your nominations in and help us celebrate the exceptional educators who inspire us every day. 

• 2026 SUMMER OPERATING HOURS   

• Beginning the week of July 6, 2026, 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.  

• These summer operating hours will be in effect Monday, July 6 through Friday, September 4, 2026.   

• Employees should work with their supervisor for communication and scheduling. 

• Once determined, supervisors will need to update their employees’ schedules in ctcLink 

• UPCOMING HOLIDAYs – Campus Closed 

• Memorial Day – Monday, May 25th 

• Juneteenth – Friday, June 19th  

• Independence Day – Friday, July 3^rd (Observed) 

• Need to Request a Recruitment or Need Onboarding Information? 

• Initiate the recruitment process by going to the HR Support Services page to start the request: Recruitment Guide & Request 

• Onboarding Requests & Guides 

Payroll Reminders 

• Leave Reports are due: Wednesday, 4/29/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

• Timesheets are due: Thursday, 4/30/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor) 

New Employees 

Please join us in welcoming the following new employees to Shoreline College starting May 1st:   

• Leslie Amaral – Customer Service Spec 2 – Welcome Desk 

• Christopher Darling – IT Systems Admin Journey – TSS 

• Jamie Holter – Customer Service Spec 2 (50%)  Welcome Desk 

• Timothy Mork – Instruction & Classroom Support Tech 3 – Chemistry Lab – STEM  

• Roger White – Campus Security Officer – Safety & Security 

New Job Postings! 

• Associate VP of Development & Community Engagement / Executive Director of the Foundation 

• Program Specialist 2 – Basic Food Employment & Training (BFET) 

• Program Specialist 3 – Center for Education & Career Opportunities (CECO) (Bilingual – Spanish)  

• COMING SOON! Tenure-Track Ford Automotive –CTE 

• COMING SOON! Tenure-Track General Service Technician (GST) – CTE 

• COMING SOON! Program Specialist 2 – Worker Retraining – Workforce 

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

Updates from DAAG 

• MMIWG Awareness Day 

• Pack the Stands: Support Shoreline Baseball & Softball 

• Deca International Conference Finalists: Celebrating Student Excellence! 

• Shoreline Shout-out 

• Construction Work in Building 1600 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

• Facebook 

• Instagram 

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. 

My apologies folks, no time for a full update here.  I’ll just remind you about my reflections on India presentation next week. 

I will be reliving my professor days by giving a one-hour presentation on the fantastic Seattle Consulate of India delegation trip to India that happened last month. I have 3 good jokes ready to go. 🙃 

As part of the Internationalization focus in our strategic plan, this is one of many initiatives to bring international learning to our college.  I hope you can join! 

Here are the details: 

Reflections:  Indian Delegation Experience 

Presented by Dr. Jack Kahn, Shoreline College President 

Join us for a photo tour of a recent international delegation experience to India.  Through the Seattle Consulate, the delegation explored culture, global partnerships, and new international initiatives for Shoreline College. 

• Tuesday, April 28, 2026 

• 4:30 – 5:30 pm 

• Quiet Dining Room (9208), Pagoda Union Building (PUB) 

• FREE 

Cheers, 

Jack 

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 Updates 

• Academic and Student Affairs Council 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) 

• Budget, Facilities, Safety & Technology Council 

College Council/ Governance Updates 

Last year, College Council and the Executive Team approved the formation of the Campus Art Task Force to guide how art is planned, funded, installed, and maintained across the College. In response to a donated sculpture that had remained in storage, the Task Force partnered with Facilities to evaluate potential locations and recommended placement in the green space near the 2000 Building (Visual Arts area) due to its visibility and feasibility. College Council recommended approval of this location, and the Executive Team approved the recommendation. Next steps include obtaining an installation quote funded by the Foundation and coordinating restoration efforts, including a proposed student‑led project to clean and prepare the sculpture 

Accreditation 

Instructional equipment requests due May 8, 2026: 

• Program Review sections “Background,” “Equity” and “Activity / Workload” must be completed. 

• If those sections and your Program Review from last year point to a need for instructional equipment, please request equipment via this form. 

Enrollments 

• Spring 2026 daily enrollment tracking report. 

• Archives of past daily enrollment tracking reports. 

Business Administration  

Cafeteria and Catering Service RFP 2526.01 Update:  

The due date for RFP submissions was Tuesday, April 21st, and we received four (4) proposals. Three (3) are WA State based businesses, and one (1) is headquartered out-of-state.  The RFP Review and Selection Committee is independently reviewing and ranking all proposals by Tuesday, May 5th, and the scores will be publicly posted on Wednesday, May 6^th.  The Committee will review the overall scores and may invite respondents for formal presentations.  We hope to have the awarded vendor on-site to begin operations in fall quarter 2026.  

Foundation/Advancement/Alumni 

Shoreline College Classified Staff Emergency Assistance 

The Shoreline College Foundation has established an Employee Emergency Assistance Grant for staff members who are facing financial hardships as a result of the July 2025 salary range implementation error and the subsequent required repayment. Impacted employees are strongly encouraged to complete a brief online application to have the Foundation provide financial assistance. Requests will be reviewed and responded to within 10 business days from receipt. To apply for these one-time emergency assistance funds, please complete your application request online at:  Shoreline Employee Assistance Grant Form – Fill out form. 

Celebrate Wendy Coates – Monday 4/27 

Join us at the Shoreline Theater Lobby on Monday 4/27 at 4:00pm as we say Bon Voyage to Wendy Coates before she sales away on a ferry boat to her new job at Olympic College. Light snacks will be provided. Please bring your stories, well wishes, silly limericks or songs to celebrate all the wonderful things Wendy has accomplished in her time at Shoreline College. 

Thank you, scholarship readers! 

Thank you to all of the dozens of readers on campus and throughout the community who reviewed more than 500 scholarship applications! Your efforts will reward students with funding and educational opportunities that will transform their lives. We appreciate you and we’re excited to be able to begin awarding this year’s scholarships soon! 

Calling all Alumni! 

The Shoreline College Alumni Office is actively seeking volunteers to join the Alumni Steering Committee. The College is strongest when all members of our college community, past and present, are fully engaged and working together. Our Alumni Steering Committee exists to engage Shoreline College alumni as ambassadors, advocates, and supporters by creating meaningful opportunities for connection, collaboration, and contribution that benefits current students, alumni, and the broader community. If you know of alumni who are looking for exciting ways to support the college, please have them contact us at alumni@shoreline.edu.  

Events 

TONIGHT! 

Our Grandmother The Inlet, Ask the Plantain, and our Sacred Earth 

Short Film Screening and Panel Discussion  

Film Creators: Directors Jaime Leigh Gianopoulos and Kayah George 

April 23, 2026 

5:30 – 6:30pm 

Shoreline College Theater  

This short film sheds light on the mental health challenges faced by Indigenous youth and the enduring spirit to reclaim their connection to culture, water, and land.  

Artist Series: Brian Patrick Franklin & Chris Willie: IN/OUT 

Artist Reception 

April 23, 2026 

4:00 – 5:30pm 

1000 Building | Art Gallery 

REFLECTIONS: Indian Delegation Experience  

Presented by Dr. Jack Kahn, Shoreline College President  

April 28, 2026  

4:30 – 5:30pm  

Pagoda Union Building | 9208  

Join us for a photo tour of a recent international delegation experience to India. Through the Seattle Consulate, the delegation explored culture, global partnerships, and new international initiatives for Shoreline College. 

The Politicization of Muslim Women Representations 

May 11 

3:00 – 4:30pm 

1104 | 1100 Building 

Session Description: The discourses surrounding Muslim women are profoundly influenced by intricate political, social, and cultural dynamics. The Muslim women identity remains highly politicized, emerging from deep historical colonial roots and presenting contemporary implications. This session critically examines the spaces, motives, and power structures that shape dominant representations of Muslim women and interrogates the enduring consequences of the notion of “saving Muslim women.” 

This session will address questions such as: 

• How are Muslim women portrayed in contemporary public discourse?   

• Why are these portrayals produced in particular ways, by whom, and for what purpose?  

• What political, cultural, or ideological purposes are served by framing Muslim women as oppressed and in need of rescue?  

By unpacking these narratives, this session invites participants to recognize the complexity, agency, and diversity of Muslim women’s lived experiences and to challenge reductive frameworks and imperialist feminism that continue to shape global and local understanding of Muslim womanhood.  

Session Objectives: 

• Participants will explore how colonial histories, geopolitical interests, and hegemonic power structures influence dominant portrayals of Muslim women in media, policy, and public discourse. 

• Participants will explore the motives and consequences behind framing Muslim women as voiceless or in need of rescue and consider how this narrative reinforces broader ideological agendas.  

• Participants will gain an understanding of contemporary portrayals of Muslim women and how the image of the Muslim woman has shifted throughout history. 

This workshop is open to all Staff, Faculty, and Students 

Human Resources 

Updates 

• 2026 DAY OF LEARNING –  Friday May 1, 2026 

• Information and schedule found here: 2026 Day of Learning  

• NOTE: Registration closes April 24^th at 5:00pm 

• Registration Link: HERE 

• 2026 SUMMER OPERATING HOURS  

Beginning the week of July 6, 2026, 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. These summer operating hours will be in effect Monday, July 6 through Friday, September 4, 2026.  Employees should work with their supervisor for communication and scheduling.  

• Upcoming HOLIDAYS 

• Memorial Day – Monday, May 25^th 

• Juneteenth – Friday, June 19^th  

Payroll Reminders 

• Leave Reports are due: Wednesday, 4/29/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

• Timesheets are due: Thursday, 4/30/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor) 

Current Job Postings! 

• Admin//Exempt – Associate Dean, Nursing 

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

Updates from DAAG 

• Mental Health First Aid 

• Building Demolition and Power Shutdown 

• Reflections: Indian Delegation Experience – Presented by Dr. Jack Kahn, Shoreline College President 

• Shoreline College and Faculty Union Reach Agreement to Avoid Faculty Layoffs  

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

• Facebook 

• Instagram 

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. 

Hello folks, I hope your week is going well.  This has been a busy week for me.  Some highlights include working with the Foundation to tour a donor around Bracken and other spaces, attending the great event with the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce (also touring them around our campus), speaking to partners in India, and prospective partners in Ghana, and seeing many of you on campus.  Other than that, it has been a lot of the same for me – moving policies through participatory governance, budget development, and preparing a lot of communications.   

It’s been a very heavy week with the passing of our colleague Bo Fu.  I was fortunate to travel with Bo in China, so I got to know him a bit better than I might have otherwise.  For those who know him, you won’t be surprised – he was so kind, conscientious, and always looking out for me to make sure I was OK and comfortable.  I learned a lot from him in the short time I knew him, and I am thinking about all of you and our international partners.  Thank you, Bo, for all you have done for international education and for championing a vision about people that, although we are all embedded in culture, we connect and love and care for one another beyond imposed boundaries and expectations.  Bo embodies our Mission from head to toe.  Thank you to all of you who embody this vision as well. 

Cheers, 

Jack 

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 Updates 

• Academic and Student Affairs Council 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) 

• Budget, Facilities, Safety & Technology Council 

Accessibility  

ADA Title II Update is Upon Us 

Believe it or not, it’s April 2026 and the ADA Title II Update will be enforced starting Friday, April 24. I appreciate all the hard work folks have been doing to improve the accessibility of their digital content! We still have a lot more work to do to be fully compliant. 

We have a great line up of accessibility training and support this Spring. Please download the document below for information about upcoming training opportunities.  

If you have accessibility questions or needs, please reach out to accessibleIT@shoreline.edu. 

Accreditation 
 

Find your 2025-26 Program Review here. 

Enrollments 

• Spring 2026 daily enrollment tracking report. 

• Archives of past daily enrollment tracking reports. 

Printing Services    

Printing Services will be closed the week of Monday, April 27 through Friday, May 1, and will reopen on Monday, May 4.  Please plan accordingly and contact Greg Jensen via email or phone at (206) 546-4674 if you need assistance with your printing needs.   

Technology Support Services (TSS) 

Outdated File Types and Message Quarantine 

Technology Support Services (TSS) would like to share an important update regarding email security and outdated file attachments that may require you to review and release messages from the Outlook quarantine. 

As part of our ongoing efforts to strengthen campus security, TSS has been enhancing Microsoft’s email quarantine protections to reduce spam and fraudulent messages reaching user inboxes. These improvements have been effective overall; however, we occasionally receive reports of legitimate emails being mistakenly blocked or quarantined. 

Many of these false positives involve attachments using older file formats such as .doc, .xls, or .ppt. Microsoft now considers these formats outdated and potentially unsafe. Current, supported file types include .docx, .xlsx, and .pptx, which are less likely to be blocked by our security systems. 

If you are experiencing issues sending or receiving emails with attachments in older formats, we recommend converting those files to the newer formats. Please note that you may need to notify outside vendors/contacts to ensure they are sending current file formats when documents are attached to an email.  You can find step‑by‑step instructions in the following article: 

Converting Old Office File Types 

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us maintain a secure campus environment. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact TSS. 

Communication and Marketing 

We are working on creating two new viewbooks for the college- one targeted at domestic students and one for international and we are looking for some info. 

1. In the domestic viewbook we will include a page with an infographic highlighting fun Shoreline stats and factoids, kind of like the example I included in the document below.  What kind of stats and factoids do you think would be compelling to students about Shoreline.  We’re not just looking for generalities that all community colleges can say, but what is specific to us. 

2. We will also be peppering the viewbook with fun facts- so what bitesize 1 sentence fun facts do you love to share with students about Shoreline, or maybe they share them with you! 

If you have something that fits either one of these categories, please add it to this document.  We really appreciate the help! 

Foundation/Advancement/Alumni 

Thank you to everyone who has volunteered as a Scholarship Application Reader this year; your help has been tremendous! We’re nearing the finish line – all scores are due April 19. After that, students are expected to be notified of their scholarship award decision by May 8.  

Events 

Guest Lecture: Contemporary Bosnia and Herzegovina: State Structures & Human Stories 

April 21, 2026 

5:30 – 6:30pm 

Pagoda Union Building | 9208 

Visiting Hubert Humphrey Fellow, Bojana Ilic, will present on Bosnia and Herzegovina, which has one of the most complicated political and legal systems in the world – with five Presidents sharing leadership! The presentation examines the institutional and political systems of contemporary Bosnia and Herzegovina nearly three decades after the Dayton Peace Agreement, while placing emphasis on the lived experiences of its’ citizens within those structures. Ms. Ilic will highlight the resilience, peacebuilding efforts and ongoing realities facing refugees and returnees. 

Our Grandmother the Inlet, Ask the Plantain, and our Sacred Earth

Short Film Screening and Panel Discussion 

Film Creators: Directors Jaime Leigh Gianopoulos and Kayah George

April 23, 2026 

5:30 – 6:30pm 

Shoreline College Theater 

This short film sheds light on the mental health challenges faced by Indigenous youth and the enduring spirit to reclaim their connection to culture, water, and land. 

REFLECTIONS: Indian Delegation Experience 

Presented by Dr. Jack Kahn, Shoreline College President 

April 28, 2026 

4:30 – 5:30pm 

Pagoda Union Building | 9208 

Join us for a photo tour of a recent international delegation experience to India. Through the Seattle Consulate, the delegation explored culture, global partnerships, and new international initiatives for Shoreline College. 

Human Resources 

Updates 

• Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Day of Learning on May 1, 2026 

• 2026 Day of Learning Website, for information and schedule 

• Registration Link: HERE 

Payroll Reminders 

• Leave Reports are due:  Wednesday, 4/29/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

• Timesheets are due:  Thursday, 4/30/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor) 

New Employees 

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

• Hannah Pope – Program Specialist 2 – Community Employment Program 

New Job Postings! 

• Associate Dean – Nursing (Exempt) 

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

Updates from DAAG 

• FY2025-26 Closing Memo 

• Financial aid office closure 

• Queer Folks and Friends 

• Two Shoreline College Students Named to 2026 All-Washington Academic Team 

• Spring Term ID Card Event 

• How Emergency Aid works 

• Short Film Screening and Panel Discussion 

• Earth Week Fair 

• Earth Week Events 

• Wave of Gratitude 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

• Facebook 

• Instagram 

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. 

Hey folks, hope all are well – very busy week. 

I wanted to let people know that we will have a special farewell event for Wendy Coates on April 27^th at 4 PM in the Theater Lobby. Bring your well wishes (and tissues)! 

This has been a pretty standard week for me with budget, policy work, and overall projects as primary activities.  I was able to have my quarterly check-in with Chancellor Dr. Rosie Rimando-Chareunsap from the Seattle District. It was good to catch up and learn from each other about the many things affecting our colleges.  I also met with Dr. Harden from Renton College to get some clarity and ideas for advocacy for our Medical Lab Technology program.   Today I am looking forward to touring the new Bracken building with a prospective donor and tomorrow I will be participating in the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce event here on campus. 

I wanted to let you all know that our Request for Proposal process for food services is going well so far.  We will keep you posted once we approach the deadline for applications and certainly if we are able to sign a contract!  In the meantime, I hope to see you at a food truck! 

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 Updates 

• Academic and Student Affairs Council 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) 

• Budget, Facilities, Safety & Technology Council 

Accreditation 

• Find your 2025-26 Program Review here. 

• The College fulfilled this accreditation recommendation: 

• Recommendation 1: Spring 2024 Mid-Cycle Review – Uses its goals, objectives and indicators of achievement to better define and clarify mission fulfillment. (2020 Standard(s) 1.B.2). 

• The College wrote a Fall 2025 Ad Hoc report to address that recommendation. 

• The NWCCU accepted the report and now considers that recommendation fulfilled (good news)! 

• The College now has just one last recommendation to address, which is on learning outcomes assessment. 

Enrollments 

• Spring 2026 daily enrollment tracking report. 

• Archives of past daily enrollment tracking reports. 

Foundation/Advancement/Alumni 

A Note from Wendy 

Hi Everyone,  

First of all, I want you to know how much I have enjoyed working here with you! I am excited for my new opportunity, but it is hard to leave Shoreline! As I shift away from Shoreline this month, we have hired an Interim AVP to overlap with me and begin working with Foundation staff to provide continuity in leadership and fundraising while the college conducts a full search for the next permanent AVP Development and Community Engagement. Please join me in welcoming Maya Hemachandra. Maya is a veteran instructor of nonprofit management and fundraising at the University of Washington, serves on the Board of Directors for the Association of Fundraising Professionals with me, and she recently served as the Interim President and CEO of the United Way of Snohomish County. I feel confident that I am leaving the Foundation and all of you in good hands! Thank you all for your kindness and your good work – I am grateful for you and the past three years. 

Alumni Steering Committee 

The Shoreline College Alumni Network is growing! And we need your help to ensure that your former students can take full advantage of the benefits, fun, and lifelong relationships that are connected to being a permanent member of the Shoreline College family.  

A volunteer Alumni Steering Committee is meeting quarterly to support existing college events and opportunities with a goal of building more exciting and empowering experiences for our alumni. If you know of individual alums from your department who you think would be interested in serving on the Alumni Steering Committee, or if you have an event coming up that would benefit from alumni support, please reach out to Josh Krupke at jkrupke@shoreline.edu, or have them contact alumni@shoreline.edu to express their interest in participating. 

Events – Save the Dates!  

Shoreline Short Short Film Festival 

April 18 | 6:00 p.m. 

Shoreline College Theater 

The 10^th Annual Shoreline Short Short Film Festival aims to support emerging and developing filmmakers in Washington State and encourage appreciation for the art of filmmaking in our community.  A program of twelve selected films, each film three – thirteen minutes long, will be screened. Sponsored by Shoreline College’s Drama and Film Department. 

Contemporary Bosnia and Herzegovina: State Structures and Human Stories 

Bojana Ilić, Hubert Humphrey Fellow 

April 21 | 5:30 p.m. 

9208 | Pagoda Union Building, 9000 

Bosnia and Herzegovina has one of the most complex political systems in the world, with five presidents sharing leadership. In this presentation, Hubert Humphrey Fellow Bojana Ilić will explore how this unique system shapes everyday life in the country. By weaving together political insight with personal stories, she will highlight the resilience of citizens, peacebuilding efforts, and the realities faced by refugees and returnees, nearly three decades after the Dayton Peace Agreement. 

Hubert Humphrey Fellow, Bojana Ilić is a human rights advocate and international project manager with the Helsinki Citizens’ Assembly in Bosnia and Herzegovina. With more than 20 years of experience leading regional and international initiatives, she specializes in advancing human rights, gender equality, and crisis response through advocacy, research, and capacity-building. She has collaborated with leading organizations such as UNDP, the Swiss Red Cross, the Nordic Institute, and other international NGOs, integrating gender perspectives into disaster risk reduction and humanitarian projects across Europe. During her Hubert Humphrey Fellowship at American University, Ilić aims to deepen her expertise in advocating for women’s participation in decision-making and humanitarian efforts. 

The Power of Storytelling as an Antidote 

April 23 | 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. 

Room 1104 | Building 1100 

Join us for this workshop that explores the alchemical power of cinema to heal and evolve. By viewing life challenges as raw material for change, we move through a three-stage creative process to identify personal and collective “poisons”—and transmute them into narrative “gold.” Through the lens of archetypes and visual symbolism, you will learn to craft stories that act as a bridge between your inner world and your community, turning storytelling into a practical tool for personal sovereignty and impact. 

Jaime Leigh Gianopoulos is a film director, producer, and editor based in Vancouver, BC and the Greek Aegean Islands. She is passionate about empowering women and advocating for social and environmental justice through her films. Jaime Leigh is currently working on an ancestral reclamation thesis related to cultural and artistic re-connection to her roots in Greece as well as working as an ally and partner with multiple Indigenous communities in Canada. Her work explores how we can re-establish land based cultural knowledge into our modern lives by becoming the living antidotes to the climate crisis through story, music, tradition, ceremony, food sovereignty, and community building. 

Jaime Leigh’s filmography includes works such as “Our Grandmother the Inlet,” produced by Boldly “Our Sacred Earth” produced by Earthrise Studios, “Ask the Plantain,” and “What About Our Future?” These thought-provoking films have been showcased at prestigious venues like The Natural History Museum of America in New York City, The Vancouver Museum and Museum of Anthropology, The Canadian Museum of Human Rights, The Polygon Gallery, and more. 

Earth Day Film Showing: Three short films – Our Grandmother the Inlet, Ask the Plantain & Our Sacred Earth  

April 23 | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 

Shoreline College Theater 

In collaboration with Student Life, The Office of yəhaw̓ presents three short films in honor of Earth Week!  

Join us as we watch Our Grandmother the Inlet, Ask the Plantain, and Our Sacred Earth followed by a panel discussion with Directors Kayah George of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Tulalip Tribes and Jaime Leigh Gianopoulos. This is an interactive experience where audience members may ask questions. 

The Politics and Consequences of Islamophobia: An Introductory session on the topic of Islamophobia   

May 11 | 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. 

Room 1104 | Building 1100 

This workshop explores the political, historical, social, and cultural forces that fuel Islamophobia in the U.S and globally. Islamophobia transcends individual or private anti-Muslim hatred or suspicion. Islamophobia is a dynamic industry and a political apparatus that is far reaching with tremendous consequences for Muslims in the United States and abroad. What is Islamophobia? What are the features and characterizations of Islamophobia? How do we understand Islamophobia as a vehicle to advancing empire, and what implications do historical events such as the Crusades have on modern advances of Islamophobia? Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the historical and contemporary dynamics that shape anti-Muslim bias, including media narratives, policy decisions, and racialized perceptions of Islam.  

Session Objectives:  

• Participants will gain an introductory understanding of the meaning of Islamophobia   

• Participants will understand how Islamophobia is embodied by private entities and public institutions  

• Participants will be introduced to the political apparatus that conceptualized, endorses, and perpetuates Islamophobia  

This session is open to students, staff, and faculty! 

The Politicization of Muslim Women Representations 

May 11 | 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. 

Room 1104 | Building 1100 

The discourses surrounding Muslim women are profoundly influenced by intricate political, social, and cultural dynamics. The Muslim women identity remains highly politicized, emerging from deep historical colonial roots and presenting contemporary implications. This session critically examines the spaces, motives, and power structures that shape dominant representations of Muslim women and interrogates the enduring consequences of the notion of “saving Muslim women.” 

This session will address questions such as: 

• How are Muslim women portrayed in contemporary public discourse?   

• Why are these portrayals produced in particular ways, by whom, and for what purpose?  

• What political, cultural, or ideological purposes are served by framing Muslim women as oppressed and in need of rescue?  

By unpacking these narratives, this session invites participants to recognize the complexity, agency, and diversity of Muslim women’s lived experiences and to challenge reductive frameworks and imperialist feminism that continue to shape global and local understanding of Muslim womanhood.  

Session Objectives: 

• Participants will explore how colonial histories, geopolitical interests, and hegemonic power structures influence dominant portrayals of Muslim women in media, policy, and public discourse. 

• Participants will explore the motives and consequences behind framing Muslim women as voiceless or in need of rescue and consider how this narrative reinforces broader ideological agendas.  

• Participants will gain an understanding of contemporary portrayals of Muslim women and how the image of the Muslim woman has shifted throughout history. 

This workshop is open to all Staff, Faculty, and Students 

Human Resources 

Payroll Reminders 

• Leave Reports are due Tuesday, 4/14/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor) 

• Timesheets are due:  Wednesday, 4/15/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

New Employees 

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

•  Leslie Amaral – Customer Service Specialist 2 – Welcome Desk 

Open Positions: 

• Executive Assistant – HR / Business & Admin Svcs (E) 

• Ford Automotive Instructor – Tenure-Track Faculty 

• Program Specialist 2 – Basic Food Employment & Training (BFET) (C) 

• Supervising Dentist Part-Time Faculty – Dental/Dental Hygiene 

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

Updates from DAAG 

• A Message of Support to Our Campus Community 

• King County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) SWAT Training Building 800 – 04/08 & 04/09 

• Mark Your Calendars – Commencement is Coming! 

• Fraudulent text messages to students 

• WSDOT E-Bike Rebate Program 

• Construction Work in Building 1600 

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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. 

Hi folks, hope you are doing well.  And happy spring!

As always, it’s great seeing students back on campus.  I had a fun time with some students yesterday at the henna event, and I shared some photos of my recent henna experience as well.  The students were really talented – the freehand was very well done! 

This week, March 31st was Trans Day of Visibility.  Giving a shout out here to all the trans-identified folks who are part of our community!  Given the increase in proactive attempts to silence trans experiences and identity, it is important as a reflection of our Mission to continue to celebrate all community members.  The college usually does an event for Trans Day of Remembrance in November, but every day is a good day to recognize community accomplishments! 

I also wanted to remind you of our first-ever Shoreline Preview Day on May 14, 2026, from 4:00-7:00 PM. 

What is Shoreline Preview Day? 

It’s an interactive open house where prospective students and their families can: 

• Tour the campus  

• Meet faculty, staff, and current students to ask questions 

• Try hands-on, interactive demos 

• Learn about campus resources and support services such as advising, tutoring, and student services 

• Get support with admissions and financial aid 

This open house is a great opportunity to showcase your department, highlight support services, and share what makes Shoreline special and unique. 

We’d love for you to be part of this interactive open house, whether by hosting a table, leading a demo, volunteering, or helping with campus tours.  

Fill out the Preview Day Participation Form to let us know how you’d like to get involved. Please submit your responses no later than April 10th. 🙂  

Thank you for helping make Shoreline Preview Day a great experience for our future students! 

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 Updates 

• Academic and Student Affairs Council 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) 

• Budget, Facilities, Safety & Technology Council 

Accreditation 

• Find your 2025-26 Program Review here. 

• The College fulfilled this accreditation recommendation: 

• Recommendation 1: Spring 2024 Mid-Cycle Review – Uses its goals, objectives and indicators of achievement to better define and clarify mission fulfillment. (2020 Standard(s) 1.B.2). 

• The College wrote a Fall 2025 Ad Hoc report to address that recommendation. 

• The NWCCU accepted the report and now considers that recommendation fulfilled. 

• This is good news! 

• The College now has just one last recommendation to address: on learning outcomes assessment. 

Enrollments 

• Spring 2026 daily enrollment tracking report. 

• Archives of past daily enrollment tracking reports. 

Foundation/Advancement/Alumni 

Fun Fact: Shoreline College is currently the #3 employer of our own alumni, which means many of you are already an important part of the Shoreline alumni family! 

Shoreline’s Alumni Network plays a key role in growing volunteer efforts, boosting enrollment, and supporting the College financially, both in the community and beyond. 

 
Here’s how you can help: 

• Join Shoreline’s official Alumni Network. 

• Give a gift through the Foundation’s Employee Giving program. 

• Or simply follow, like, comment, and share on social media: LinkedIn – Shoreline College Alumni & Friends. 

Events 

Procedures for Campus Events are being developed! The Communications and Community Development Council met on Monday, March 23 to discuss campus-wide procedures for events at Shoreline College. This work is part of an ongoing effort to refine a shared framework for planning and coordinating events across campus. The goal is to ensure events align with the college’s mission and strategic priorities, use resources responsibly, follow appropriate approval processes, and create positive, engaging experiences for students, employees, and the broader community. Stay tuned for more information. If you are interested in joining this Council, please email Wendy Coates.   

Human Resources 

Updates 

• Save the Date for the 2026 Day of Learning!   

• Friday, May 1, 2026 

• Session information and registration link will be coming soon! 

• Campus will be closed to the public, noting that classified staff, full-time faculty, and administrators are required to attend all scheduled activities. 

• Part-time faculty can receive compensation for up to 7 hours of attendance/participation.   

• Hourly and student employees will be paid for their attendance/participation, as arranged by their supervisor.   

• 2026 Summer Operating Hours 

• Beginning the week of July 6, 2026, 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. These summer operating hours will be in effect Monday, July 6 through Friday, September 4, 2026.  Employees should work with their supervisor for communication and scheduling. 

Payroll Reminders 

• Leave Reports are due Tuesday, 4/14/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor) 

• Timesheets are due Wednesday, 4/15/26 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor) 

Open Positions: 

Executive Assistant – HR & Business & Admin Services 

Fiscal Analyst 5 – Sr. Accountant (c) 

Ford Automotive Instructor – Tenure-Track Faculty 

Program Specialist 2 – Basic Food Employment & Training (BFET) 

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

Updates from DAAG 

• Executive Team Leadership Update: Wendy Coates 

• DECA students excel at state competition 

• Commencement Student & Faculty Speakers and Student Service Award Nominations 

• Spring Quarter Parking Grace Period 

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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.