Campus Updates 7/31/2025

Events and News 

Hello all, I hope you are doing well.

This week has been pretty rote on my end – working on evaluations, policy development, budget work, one on ones, etc. I did meet with a prospective board member with our board chair last Friday, which was really great. 

Last Saturday I attended the Latino Educational Training Institute at Edmonds College. Music, food, community resources, and much celebrating of our diverse community. I even got to hang out with President Singh!  Shoreline College also had a presence at the event, and I had the privilege of observing Lizbeth Agapito & Elle Rivera Soro doing their magic, speaking with parents and families in Spanish, and connecting them to our many wonderful opportunities.  It was awesome! 
 
We also had a productive meeting and tour with President Sabah Randhawafrom and his team from Western Washington University.  We discussed how to strengthen pathways for students who wish to study at WWU. Looking forward to next steps! Thanks to Ryan Aiello, Lianne Almughirah,  Samira Pardanani, and Lucas Rucks for leadership on this first step.  

Come to think of it, this wasn’t such a rote week after all.   

Hope folks are enjoying the weather and the weekend! 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Summer 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:  

College Council Updates 

Following review by College Council and based on the recommendation of the Executive Team, the College has adopted the following policies and procedures: 

Enrollments  

  • Archives of past daily enrollment reports. 

Mail Services 

As operations and coverage of the Mail Services Department continues among different employees, we need your help as we adjust our mail and package handling and delivery procedures.  

To help complete our mission to timely send and receive interoffice mail, USPS mail, and other carrier packages, please pick up and drop off your items at the Mail Services Office (Room 9100) located at the external loading dock on the ground floor of the PUB 9000 Building. Please do not come to the interior door as the noise levels inside cover up door knocking sounds. 

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact Joe Mazur, Kimberlee Clark, Aimee Henson, or Gayla Hocker. 

Technology Support Services (TSS) 

Summer Surplus and eWaste Initiative Update: Work progresses to remove and responsibly dispose of outdated equipment across campus. We sincerely appreciate everyone who has reached out to identify surplus items and help coordinate pickups. Your support in this endeavor has been invaluable. 

We are in the final stages of the project, reporting item quantities to the State, and scheduling final pickup appointments. As a result, TSS will temporarily pause any new surplus pickup requests until the current phase is complete. 

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your continued cooperation and understanding. 

Facilities and Capital Projects 

Facility Work Orders: Are you having an issue with room temperatures, lights, custodial, or other facilities issues?  Here’s the link to enter a Facilities work order on the Megamation site.  If you need them, here are the instructions to enter a Megamation work order. 

Foundation 

The inaugural meeting of the Shoreline College Alumni Steering Committee is Monday, August 4. This group of Alumni, who live and work in our community, will help advance a key priority of the College’s Strategic Plan: build a strong, connected alumni network. Members will shape alumni programming, expand engagement, and serve as ambassadors to the broader Shoreline community. The Committee will also collaborate with the Advancement Council to align alumni efforts with Shoreline’s fundraising, outreach, and strategic initiatives.  

The Foundation Office will be closed on August 7 and 8 so staff can virtually attend the Washington Advancement and Foundation Leaders (WAFL) training and conference. WAFL is an organization made up of Washington State Community and Technical College foundation and advancement staff. Topics this year are focused on helping foundation staff understand the quickly changing landscape around nonprofit tax law, ensuring equity in scholarship programs, and WA nonprofits and charities registration compliance. 

Miss the Foundation July Newsletter? You can read it here.  

Human Resources 

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

Events and Updates 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

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. 

Campus Updates 7/24/2025

Events and News 

Thursday 07/24/2025 from WWU  

Hey folks,  

Hope all are doing well.  I spent much of last week with the presidents from across WA State to discuss various topics, including overall budget items for the immediate future.  It was great to meet with colleagues, but of course many of the challenges discussed were tough at times. 

The rest of the week was mostly catching up on summer projects (working on policies for example).  We had a great meeting on our campus with Dr. Sabah Randhawa and his team from Western Washington University to talk about strengthening our partnership and finding new ways to support students who wish to transfer there.  Keep an eye out for updates.    

Cheers, 

Jack 

Summer 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 

Enrollments 

  • Summer “10th day” enrollment report shows a 4.3% increase compared to last year, a 3-year upward trend. 
  • Archives of past daily enrollment reports are available. 

Mail Services 

As operations and coverage of the Mail Services Department continues among different employees, we need your help as we adjust our mail and package handling and delivery procedures.  

To help complete our mission to timely send and receive interoffice mail, USPS mail, and other carrier packages, please pick up and drop off your items at the Mail Services Office (Room 9100) located at the external loading dock on the ground floor of the PUB 9000 Building. Please do not come to the interior door as the noise levels inside cover up door knocking sounds. 

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact Joe Mazur, Kimberlee Clark, Aimee Henson, or Gayla Hocker. 

Facilities and Capital Projects 

Facility Work Orders: Are you having an issue with room temperatures, lights, custodial, or other facilities issues?  Here’s the link to enter a Facilities work order on the Megamation site.  If you need them, here are the instructions to enter a Megamation work order. 

Foundation 

The Foundation has sent a direct mail appeal to nearly 4,000 constituents asking them to make a gift in support of the BEdA program at Shoreline College. The letter helps folks understand what BEdA is, who it serves, and why it is important. It also provides folks with a link to make a gift in support of this and other threatened resources. If you would like to make a gift to help this effort, you can do so by: 

  1. Clicking this link to make a gift with your credit card 
  1. Clicking here to make a gift through payroll deduction, or  
  1. Emailing Wendy wcoates@shoreline.edu to find out more about wire transfers, pledges, and donations of stock.  

A link to the appeal is available for you to share: July 14.docx  Please feel free to share the appeal and the QR code with your friends, family, and other networks. Every dollar helps. 

Human Resources 

Updates 

  • ONBOARDING UPDATE – Wondering what is taking so long to get your hourly employee onboarded?  Supervisors can look at paperwork completion as well as PA progress in NEOED Onboard AND moving forward, once you enter an employment initiation/change request, you will receive a link where you can track the current status of your employees’ onboarding tasks- both the supervisor and the support staff onboarding employees will have access. 

Payroll Reminders 

  • LEAVE REQUESTS DUE          Wed, 7/30/2025 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  
  • TIMESHEETS DUE             Thurs, 7/31/2025 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

If you have questions regarding the timesheet approval process, please see the following resources: 

Recruitments 

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

Events and Updates 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

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. 

Campus Updates 7/17/2025

Events and News 

Hi folks, 

I am at the WACTC Presidents meeting this week and will be back for the board meeting.  Hope everyone has a great week. 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Summer 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 

Enrollments   

  • Summer “10th day” enrollment report shows a 4.3% increase compared to last year, a 3-year upward trend. 
  • Archives of past daily enrollment reports are available. 

Mail Services 

As operations and coverage of the Mail Services Department continues among different employees, we need your help as we adjust our mail and package handling and delivery procedures.  

To help complete our mission to timely send and receive interoffice mail, USPS mail, and other carrier packages, please pick up and drop off your items at the Mail Services Office (Room 9100) located at the external loading dock on the ground floor of the PUB 9000 Building. Please do not come to the interior door as the noise levels inside cover up door knocking sounds. 

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact Joe Mazur, Kimberlee Clark, Aimee Henson, or Gayla Hocker. 

Printing Services    

Printing Services will be closed Monday, July 21st through Thursday, July 24th and will reopen on Monday, July 28th.  Please plan accordingly and contact Greg Jensen via email or phone at (206) 546-4674 if you need assistance with your printing needs. 

Facilities and Capital Projects 

Facility Work Orders: Are you having an issue with room temperatures, lights, custodial, or other facilities issues?  Here’s the link to enter a Facilities work order on the Megamation site.  If you need them, here are the instructions to enter a Megamation work order. 

Foundation 

The Foundation has sent a direct mail appeal to nearly 4,000 constituents asking them to make a gift in support of the BEdA program at Shoreline College. The letter helps folks understand what BEdA is, who it serves, and why it is important. It also provides folks with a link to make a gift in support of this and other threatened resources. If you would like to make a gift to help this effort, you can do so by: 

  1. Clicking this link to make a gift with your credit card 
  1. Clicking here to make a gift through payroll deduction, or  
  1. Emailing Wendy wcoates@shoreline.edu to find out more about wire transfers, pledges, and donations of stock.  

A link to the appeal is available for you to share: July 14.docx  Please feel free to share the appeal and the QR code with your friends, family, and other networks. Every dollar helps.  

Human Resources 

Updates  

  • Full-Time Faculty – Notices for annual turnover savings and 3% COLA will be sent via email soon!  

  Payroll Reminders  

  • LEAVE REQUESTS DUE Wed, 7/30/2025 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)   
  • TIMESHEETS DUE Thurs, 7/31/2025 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)   

  If you have questions regarding the timesheet approval process, please see the following resources:  

  2025-26 Updated Faculty Pay Rates:  

Comp Type 2025-26 Rates Effective Date CBA Reference Contact for Questions 
General Hourly Rate  $67/hr July 2025 Appendix A.I.G Please reach out to hr@shoreline.edu for questions 
Supervising Dentist $78/hr Fall 2025 Appendix A.VII  
Music Individual Instructors $71/hr Fall 2025 Appendix A.XI.B 
Club Advising  – Level 1  $385/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A,III 
Club Advising – Level 2  $736/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A.III 
Club Advising  – Level 3  $1,120/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A.III 
Ebbtide/Spindrift Lead  $5,321/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A.III 
Ebbtide Ad Advisor $2,663/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A.III 
Spindrift Art $2,663/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A.III 
Delta Epsilon Chi $5,321/qtr Fall 2025 Appendix A.III 
Music Ensembles $608/event Fall 2025 MOU – Music Performances  

  New Employees  

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

  • Ricky Castañeda – Manager-Payroll, Human Resources    
  • Lyanne Scott – Fiscal Analyst 5 – Senior Accountant, Financial Services  

Job Postings!  

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

   Events and Updates 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

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. 

Campus Updates 7/10/2025

Events and News 

Hey folks,  

If you get a chance, wish Cat a happy birthday!  It was Wednesday this week.   

Our office has been busy with summer prep work.  On Monday, most of the ET and I spent time organizing our work on policies to bring to campus in the fall.  We are now having policy retreats during the summer to do the initial work so that we can get our governance councils to review and provide feedback.  This week has also been busy with budget work and overall work for the college.  No new partnerships to report on this week.   

Hope all is well. 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Summer 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  

Enrollments 

  • Summer “10th day” enrollment report shows a 4.3% increase compared to last year, a 3-year trend. 
  • Archives of past daily enrollment reports are available. 

Business Administration  

Repost of last week’s updates related to on-campus food service:  

1. Avanti Market Card Balance Refunds:  

Avanti Market Cards are not compatible with the new Pico Self-Service Food and Beverage Coolers. Users that have an existing balance on their Avanti Market Card may reach out to Evergreen Refreshments via telephone at (206) 242-5700 or email recept@evergreenrefreshments.com to request a refund.  

Users will need to provide the following information:  

  • The Avanti Market Card number located on the back of card 
  • First and Last Name  
  • Mailing address  

A check refund will be mailed to the mailing address provided by the User.  

2. Seattle Food Trucks Summer Service:  

Seattle Food Trucks will have one food vendor on campus every Tuesday from 7/8/25 through 9/16/25 with potential schedule adjustments as we near Fall quarter. We are trying something new this summer as we did not have them on campus last summer.  

Please contact Gayla Hocker or Joe Mazur if you have any questions. 

Printing Services    

Printing Services will be closed Monday, July 21st through Thursday, July 24th and will reopen on Monday, July 28th.  Please plan accordingly and contact Greg Jensen via email or phone at (206) 546-4674 if you need assistance with your printing needs. 

Facilities and Capital Projects 

Facility Work Orders: Are you having an issue with room temperatures, lights, custodial, or other facilities issues?  Here’s the link to enter a Facilities work order on the Megamation site.  If you need them, here are the instructions to enter a Megamation work order. 

Grants 

Have an idea for a grant? Get started by submitting a Grant Intake form. 

Human Resources 

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

Events and Updates 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

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. 

Campus Updates 7/3/2025

Hello all – hope you are having a good week.  I have been here at Shoreline doing the weekly items.  The week has been packed with budget planning, one-on-ones with colleagues, and catching up on professional development.  No events on or off campus nor partnership work this week. 

Hope you have fun plans for the weekend.  I’m looking forward to some sleep and hanging out with the fam.  The dogs need some outings! 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Summer 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 

Enrollments 

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

Business Administration  

Two updates related to on-campus food service:  

1. Avanti Market Card Balance Refunds:  

Avanti Market Cards are not compatible with the new Pico Self-Service Food and Beverage Coolers. Users that have an existing balance on their Avanti Market Card may reach out to Evergreen Refreshments via telephone at (206) 242-5700 or email recept@evergreenrefreshments.com to request a refund.  

Users will need to provide the following information:  

  • The Avanti Market Card number located on the back of card 
  • First and Last Name  
  • Mailing address  

A check refund will be mailed to the mailing address provided by the User.  

2. Seattle Food Trucks Summer Service:  

Seattle Food Trucks will have one food vendor on campus every Tuesday from 7/8/25 through 9/16/25 with potential schedule adjustments as we near Fall quarter. We are trying something new this summer as we did not have them on campus last summer.  

Please contact Gayla Hocker or Joe Mazur if you have any questions. 

Facilities and Capital Projects 

Innis Arden – Sidewalk Project: An email was sent on July 1st to notify the Campus Community of pending campus road closures and King County Metro bus stop closures that will occur due to work along NW Innis Arden Way. This work is required by the City of Shoreline due to our ongoing campus building projects. The work will extend the sidewalk the runs from Greenwood Avenue North to our Main Gate/Entrance; having the ADA sidewalk extended all the way to the West Gate (entrance nearest Bldg. 1900). The dates below are the current estimated dates of closure, and all dates are subject to change. Any known changes will be promptly communicated to campus: 

  • West Gate Closure: 
  • Wednesday, July 9 – Friday, July 11 
  • During this closure, the East Gate and Main Gate will be open to enter campus. 
  • During this closure, the East Gate, Main Gate, and Exit Only will be open to exit campus.  
  • Main Gate Closure: 
  • Wednesday, July 23 – Thursday, July 31 
  • During this closure, the East Gate and West Gate will be open to enter campus. 
  • During this closure, the East Gate, West Gate, and Exit Only will be open to exit campus.  
  • During this closure, King County Metro buses will not stop on campus. All routes that pick up on campus will be moved to stops on NW Innis Arden Way and Greenwood Ave N. Access the King County Metro route revisions on their KCM Route Revisions webpage. 
  • During this closure, a temporary ADA accessible sidewalk will be placed connecting the existing NW Innis Arden Way sidewalk and the campus sidewalk just inside the Main Gate. 
  • Exit Only Closure: 
  • Thursday, September 4 – Wednesday, September 24 
  • During this closure, the East Gate, West Gate, and Main Gate will be open to enter campus. 
  • During this closure, the East Gate, Main Gate, and West Gate will be open to exit campus.  
  • During this closure, King County Metro buses will not stop on campus. All routes that pick up on campus will be moved to stops on NW Innis Arden Way and Greenwood Ave N. 
  • The row of student parking along NW Innis Arden Way, between the Main Gate and West Gate, will be closed intermittently to assist with the work. 

See below image for visual representation of road closures. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Director of Facilities Kim Clark, kclark@shoreline.edu or Acting Director of Safety & Security Gregory Cranson, gcranson@shoreline.edu. 

Map of campus with arrows pointing to the gate closures references in the text of this blog post.

Facility Work Orders: Are you having an issue with room temperatures, lights, custodial, or other facilities issues?  Here’s the link to enter a Facilities work order on the Megamation site.  If you need them, here are the instructions to enter a Megamation work order. 

Grants 

Have an idea for a grant? Get started by submitting a Grant Intake form. 

Foundation 

The Givng Table Luncheon is only a couple months away… YIKES! If you would like to help plan or volunteer for this impactful fundraising event, please let Taisa (twelhasch@shoreline.edu) know! 

Human Resources 

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

Events and Updates 

Follow Shoreline Community College on social media! 

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.