Early Happy Halloween folks.  Hope all are doing well.  I know of a couple really cool Halloween events going on that you may want to check out, including The Cursed Library from 3-6 PM on Thursday. And look out for those super cute kiddos from the Parent Ed Center going all across campus on Friday morning! 

This week I have been pretty buried in the budget and related tasks to help prepare for the board meeting on Wednesday.  I also had the opportunity to meet with Community Colleges for International Development as I serve on the board.  We are working on the Strategic Plan and updating to align with current world conditions.  I also continue my professional development and met with two presidents in the region this week to get ideas.  I really urge folks to continually reach out to other colleges and learn what they are doing and what activities are leading to better outcomes.   

Other than that, I am looking forward to the Dia de los Muertos event and also want to wish the volleyball team good luck tonight! 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Fall 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 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) ***updated name 

• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

Enrollments 

• Fall 2025 enrollments are up overall compared to last year, a 3-year trend.  

• See the 10^th Day Snapshot Enrollment Report. 

International Education 

Upcoming Events 

International Transfer Fair: November 6, 10:00-12:00, PUB Main Dining Room 

Representatives from about 75 colleges and universities will be onsite to answer all of your questions! All students, staff, and faculty are welcome; reps will have primary focus on international students, but have been asked to prepare for some traffic from staff, faculty, and domestic students as well. 

Save the Date: International Education Week, November 17-21 

Join us for our annual series of events, including our IE Open House, International Coffee & Tea, and more! Details coming soon! 

Advancement & Foundation 

The Giving Table Luncheon: November 7, 11:30-1:00pm, PUB Main Dining Room 

Thank you for how much you all already give to our students every day. The Giving Table is an opportunity to amplify that impact, enjoy great company, and share the pride we all feel in supporting our students. Join us for an inspiring speaker line up, delicious food, and a performance by our student jazz ensemble. Let’s come together to raise funds and to raise hope. It’s not too late to RSVP Here! 

Want to volunteer for the event? Contact khaney@shoreline.edu 

Human Resources 

• Health Care – Annual Open Enrollment 10/27 – 11/24/25 

Learn more about open enrollment on the PEBB open enrollment webpage and in the October For Your Benefit newsletter. 

Have questions? See below:  

• Review your current healthcare enrollment info: Check Benefits 24/7 

• Get help logging in: Help with Benefits 24/7 Webpage, or call 1-866-335-0043. 

• Contact the health care plans with questions: PEBB Plan Contact Info 

• EMPLOYEE EVENT: 2025 Soupsgiving! 

• Who: All employees 

• What: Enter a soup to share, or join as a taste-tester/voter 

• When: Friday, 11/21/25 from 12:00pm – 1:30pm 

Supervisors: Please help support employee attendance, especially for those whose lunch schedules may not align with event time. 

To participate, please register by November 14, 2025👉 REGISTER HERE.  
Questions? Reach out anytime at hr@shoreline.edu 

• Supervisor Resource: How to Check Your Employee’s Onboarding Status 

Supervisors, are you wondering when your employee will be onboarded in HR?  Check out this document to find out how: Supervisor’s Guide to Viewing Onboarding Progress 

• New Employee I-9 Document Verification Hours 

Supervisors: Once your new employee has filled out their I-9 form in Onboarding, send them to HR during the following times ONLY for their I-9 document verification process:  

Where: Room 1011M  –  Admin Building 

When: New hires may visit HR to complete the I-9 verification process during the following times:  

• Tuesdays: 10:00 AM  – 11:00 AM 

• Wednesdays: 2:00 PM  –  3:00 PM 

What to Bring: To complete your I-9, please make sure you bring original, unexpired documentation. You can find the list of acceptable documents here: USCIS Acceptable I-9 Documents 

New Employee Can’t Make These Times? If your new hire is unable to visit HR during the times listed above, you can request an exception by contacting Veronica Zura at vzura@shoreline.edu for support. 

Payroll Reminders 

• LEAVE REQUESTS DUE: Thursday, 10/30/25 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

• TIMESHEETS DUE: Friday, 10/31/25 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

HOT Job Postings! 

• Classified – Fiscal Specialist 1 – Accounts Payable 

• Admin/Exempt – Associate Dean – Nursing 

• Classified – Preschool Lead Teacher (PS3) – Parent Child Center 

• Classified – Program Specialist 3 – Benefits Hub 

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

Events 

Fish War: Film & Panel Discussion 

• November 14, 5:00 – 8:00 pm 
• College Theater 
• When the state of Washington made it illegal for tribes to fish for salmon in their usual and accustomed places, it was a declaration of war. Fish War follows the tribes’ flight to exercise their treaty-reserved fishing rights. Panel discussion follows the film, along with Native Artisan Vendors and Native Drumming. 

Holdfast 

By Q Quast 

• Shoreline College Art Gallery, Building 1000 
• October 27 – December 4 
• This body of work looks to the intertidal zone and to the holdfast as a structure of transformation – where movement and stillness meet, and change accumulates in place.  
• The artist, Q Quast, is a new Visual Arts and Sculpture faculty member at Shoreline College. 

Updates from DAAG 

• Construction Update: Building 1700 Closure at 3:30pm Today, 10/30

• STEAM/Bracken Construction Notice 

• Fish War: Film & Panel Discussion 

• The Cursed Library 

• Día de los Muertos 

• Notice of Campus Power Shutdown 

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. 

Hi folks, hope you are having a good week.  Last week, I attended – and really enjoyed – the artist’s reception at the “Through the Lens: Documentary Photography” exhibit. Our students and faculty did a wonderful job discussing their work and their passion for documentary photography! Music, art, students…what could be better?! Oh, and food- there you go. 

This week has been filled with a lot of “regular” meetings on campus with Council and Board prep, one-on-ones with folks, and continuing to prepare for challenges.  I met with the Presidents Alliance for immigration and international students this week to try to help increase access for trustees to advocate for these populations.  More information on that as it becomes available.   

Cheers, 

Jack 

Fall Quarter Updates 

October 15, 2025 Community Check-In Recording 

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 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) ***updated name 

• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

College Council Updates 

 The next College Council meeting: Tuesday, October 28, 2025; 2:30 PM; Board Room (#1010M). To view College Council meeting dates/times, the College Council’s charter, and meeting document, please visit the College Council’s SharePoint site. 

Enrollments 

Fall 2025 enrollments are up overall compared to last year, a 3-year trend. See Census Enrollment Report (aka 10^th day enrollment report).   

International Education 

Upcoming Events 

TONIGHT! Halloween Party: October 23, 6:00-9:00 p.m., PUB Main Dining Room 

Hosted by the International Student Leaders and Black Student Union 

Join us for food, performances, dancing, games, and of course, a costume contest! 

Advancement & Foundation 

The Giving Table is Almost Here – Just 2 Weeks Away! 
Join us for our annual fundraiser that supports our students and programs. This year’s event features an inspiring speaker lineup and offers a meaningful way to connect through community and philanthropy during this season of giving. 

Celebrate pride and solidarity as we stand together for our students. Don’t miss out and secure your spot today! 

• Register here: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GT25_RSVP 

• Learn more about the event: The Giving Table Luncheon – Day at a Glance 

If you’d like to volunteer for the event, please email us at sscfoundation@shoreline.edu. This is another wonderful way to participate and make an impact. Let’s make this year’s Giving Table unforgettable! 

Human Resources 

Updates 

• Supervisor Resource: How to Check Your Employee’s Onboarding Status 

Supervisors, are you wondering when your employee will be onboarded in HR?  Check out this document to find out how: Supervisor’s Guide to Viewing Onboarding Progress 

• How-To with HR: Benefits Open Enrollment! 

Human Resources invites you to mark your calendar for our new monthly series of virtual drop-in sessions, Your HR team will present information, provide helpful tips, and answer your questions about a timely HR topic – read on for details!  

Next Session: Oct. 21 @ 3pm on BENEFITS OPEN ENROLLMENT 

Click here for the Zoom link. 

• 30-minute virtual meetings, which are open to all employees. 

• No registration required, drop in at any point with questions during a session! 

• UPDATED: New Employee I-9 Document Verification Hours 

Supervisors: Once your new employee has filled out their I-9 form in Onboarding, send them to HR during the following times ONLY for their I-9 document verification process:  

Where: Room 1011M  –  Admin Building 

When: New hires may visit HR to complete the I-9 verification process during the following times:  

• Tuesdays: 10:00 AM  – 11:00 AM 

• Wednesdays: 2:00 PM  –  3:00 PM 

What to Bring: To complete your I-9, please make sure you bring original, unexpired documentation. You can find the list of acceptable documents here: USCIS Acceptable I-9 Documents 

New Employee Can’t Make These Times? If your new hire is unable to visit HR during the times listed above, you can request an exception by contacting Veronica Zura at vzura@shoreline.edu for support. 

• Operational Leadership Team (OLT) Meetings  

A reminder that supervisors are required to attend all OLT meetings.  

• OLT 1 Meetings – Supervisors of individual contributors –  from first-time managers to seasoned team leads –  who oversee front-line operations and day-to-day workflows. 

• 11/19/25 @ 10:30am (Room 1515) – Performance Management  Level 2 

• 12/17/25 @ 1:30pm (Room 1104) – Union Process for Managers 

• OLT 2 Meetings – Supervisors who lead other supervisors, often managing full departments or units, and responsible for aligning operations with broader strategy. 

• 11/13/25 @ 3:00pm (Room 1102) – Performance Management 

• 12/11/25 @ 2:00pm (Room 1104) – Union Process for Managers  

Need support managing your schedule to attend these required meetings? Contact HR at hr@shoreline.edu for support.  

Payroll Reminders 

• LEAVE REQUESTS DUE Thursday, 10/30/25 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

• TIMESHEETS DUE Friday, 10/31/25 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

New Job Postings! 

• Classified – Fiscal Specialist 1 – Accounts Payable 

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

Events and Updates 

 
Shoreline College hosted Shorelake Arts 6 X 6 NW Art Show on Saturday, October 18. The event was sponsored by the Humanities Division. Hundreds of budding artists submitted their artwork with over 700 entries. Dessert and refreshments were enjoyed by all. 

This annual event is very popular in the community, inviting artists from ages 6 – 80. 

The College continues to thrive in partnership with Shorelake Arts to bring film and the arts to our community. 

• Mental Health First Aid Training 

• Switch Your Trips – Reminder! 

• Faculty/Staff Handshake Training 12/2/25 

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. 

Hi folks, I hope you’re doing well. 

I am in the UAE this week with Samira Pardanani and Sarah Stackhouse, promoting our international program. We are hoping to increase enrollment from this region and so far the meetings have been going really well. One thing I learned is that high school costs are as much or more than it would cost students to go to Shoreline College, so we are really emphasizing that as an option here, particularly for the High School Completion program. We actually met two high school age students yesterday, one of whom is going to attend Shoreline!  I’ll provide more information when I get back next week.  

I also wanted to let you know that Participatory Governance training is live and available to the college community.  

Cheers, 

Jack 

Fall 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 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) ***updated name 

• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

Enrollments 

• Fall 2025 enrollments are up overall compared to last year, a 3-year trend (see 10^th day enrollment report). 

• Archives of past daily enrollment reports.   

Advancement & Foundation 

The Giving Table Luncheon is only 1 month away! Last year we raised over $100,000—this year we’re aiming for $120,000! Attendance at the luncheon is free, but please be aware guests will be asked to make a gift that is personally meaningful during the event. You can learn more and/or RSVP by clicking here.  

The Foundation needs help with décor, set-up, and tear-down on November 7, 2025 for the luncheon. Specifically, we are looking for help on:  

• November 6 from 2:00pm-3:00pm to help set-up décor and stuff name tags. 

• November 7 from 10:30am-11:30am to help with day-of-setup, handing out name badges, and ushering guests to tables.   

Employees interested in helping can do so with supervisor approval as long as there is no impact to the completion of regular duties. Contact sccfoundation@shoreline.edu once you’ve gained supervisor approval to do so and thank you in advance for your help! 

Other Upcoming Events 

Cima Cultural – Latine/x Heritage Month 

Wednesday, October 15 @ 4:00 pm  

Main Dining Room, Pagoda Union Building (9000) 

Join us as we celebrate Latine/x Heritage Month! A Shoreline twist on a traditional feira/feria-a fair to celebrate what it means to be Latine/x. Including a proclamation issued by the Mayor of Shoreline and a live performance of Folklorico dancers. 

Through the Lens: Documentary Photography 

Artist Reception 

Thursday, October 16 @ 4:00 pm 

Shoreline Art Gallery, Building 1000, Lobby 

Human Resources 

Updates 

• How-To with HR!  

Human Resources invites you to mark your calendar for our new monthly series of virtual drop-in sessions, Your HR team will present information, provide helpful tips, and answer your questions about a timely HR topic – read on for details!  

Quick facts: 

• 30-minute virtual meetings, which are open to all employees. 

• No registration required, drop in at any point with questions during a session! 

Next Session: Oct. 21 @ 3pm on BENEFITS OPEN ENROLLMENT 

Click here for the Zoom link. 

• REMINDER: Operational Leadership Team (OLT 1) – Thursday, October 23rd.  

What is OLT?  

The Operational Leadership Team (OLT) is a professional development and collaboration space for supervisors. These sessions focus on leadership training, operational strategy, and peer support – helping build stronger connections and shared understanding across departments. 

There are two OLT groups: 

• OLT Level 1: Supervisors of individual contributors –  from first-time managers to seasoned team leads –  who oversee front-line operations and day-to-day workflows. 

• OLT Level 2: Supervisors who lead other supervisors, often managing full departments or units, and responsible for aligning operations with broader strategy. 

Why share this with all employees?  

Even if you’re not a supervisor, it’s helpful to know: 

• What professional development is available for leaders at Shoreline 

• How your supervisor may be engaging in ongoing learning to better support your team 

• What pathways may be available if you’re interested in future leadership roles 

If you’re a supervisor and not yet participating in OLT, or you’re curious about the group, feel free to reach out. Thanks for helping us build a strong leadership culture at Shoreline!00 

Payroll Reminders 

• LEAVE REQUESTS DUE Tuesday, 10/14/25 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

• TIMESHEETS DUE Wednesday, 10/15/25 at noon (employee) and 5pm (supervisor)  

New Employees 

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

• Laura Culberg – Business Instructor Tenure-Track – Business Administration 

• Alaina Forbes – Chemistry Instructor Tenure-Track – STEM 

• Rebeca Gomez Rivas – Dental Hygiene Instructor Tenure-Track – Health Occupations 

• Seth Harp – Ford Instructor Tenure-Track – Automotive 

• Debra Salas-Haynes – Program Specialist 2 – Nursing 

 New Job Postings! 

• Admin/Exempt – Director – Safety & Security 

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

Events and Updates 

• BECU and Coastal Community Bank Invest in Shoreline College Foundation’s Basic Needs Support Program 

• Worried About a Student? CARE Team is Here to Help! 

• Financial Aid Office Closed Oct. 8 – 17 

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. 

Well, it has been a very busy first week of the quarter for all of us. I have spent much of my time this week in meetings with local team members and others to better understand fiscal issues impacting the colleges.  The Federal shutdown is another potentially impactful event, depending on how long it lasts.   

Last week I was so impressed with the Donors & Scholars celebration.  Faculty and student scholarship recipients joined donors, community members, and staff from the college.  The event highlighted our wonderful students and the donors who support them.  It was a packed house and generated a lot of positivity and hope – well needed for all of us.  Thank you so much to the Foundation board and donors for all you do for our students.   

This week we hosted a Pizza with the President event with the students.  It was great chatting with students and learning more about what they are majoring in and how they are doing as they transition into their first quarter.  The attendance doesn’t represent all students, of course, but the mood was very positive. Students were happy and excited about college and getting to know one another.    

I also attended the Nursing accreditation visit.  The nursing faculty and staff did such a wonderful job with the report and in addressing all the elements required to demonstrate our success.  I want to personally thank Mary Burroughs for all her work in bringing this report together. 

I participated in an interesting roundtable this morning with presidents and leaders across the country (including our previous president, Lee Lambert!) called ” How to Stay Relevant When Students Can Learn Anything, Anywhere, From Anyone”.  I heard a lot of challenges across the country and some newer ways of responding and rethinking higher education.  I will share what I learn.  

I am also looking forward to the film “Madre Agua” today.  Hope to see you there. 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Fall 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 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) ***updated name 

• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

Accreditation 

A self-study of the Nursing program and a systematic plan for evaluation was submitted to the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) in preparation for this week’s site visit on campus September 30-October 2, 2025. 

Enrollments 

• Fall 2025 daily enrollment reports.     

• Archives of past daily enrollment reports.   

Advancement & Foundation 

Donors & Scholars Event Recap: A Meaningful Start to the School Year! 

Thank you to everyone who helped make our recent Donors & Scholars Celebration such a memorable evening last week. It was inspiring to see proud scholarship recipients alongside their guests (parents, partners, grandparents) and our generous donors, all gathered to celebrate student success. A highlight of the night was keynote speaker and Shoreline College alum (Class of 1979), Senator John Lovick, whose powerful message about doing the right thing and expressing gratitude reminded us of the strength found in community and perseverance. Together, we honored the transformative impact of education and the resilience of our students. 

The Giving Table is coming! We need your help! This event raises about $100,000 for student and program support. Now more than ever we need our donors to help fill the gaps! If you want to help us create a great event, get in touch with Taisa (twelhasch@shoreline.edu). 

Human Resources 

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

Events and Updates 

• How-To With HR 

• Loud & Proud National Coming Out Day 

• Switch Your Trips is Here! 

• All-Campus Fire Drill, Thursday, 10/2 

• Message from the President’s Office: Monitoring Federal Government Shutdown and Shoreline Impacts 

• Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (CLERY) 

• Fall Term ID Card Event 

• Upcoming Events: “Alimento para [el] Cérebro,” “Vamos [a] Aprender,” and “Cima Cultural” 

• Message from the President’s Office: Leadership Updates for the 2025–26 Academic Year 

• Wave of Gratitude 

• Farewell to 800 Music building 

• The 7th Annual Shoreline Music Summit 

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. 

Hi Folks, 

Welcome to fall quarter – it’s always so heartwarming to see our students back on campus! I hope you have a wonderful first week of classes, and I’m looking forward to all the amazing work we will do together. 

Cheers, 

Jack 

Fall 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 

• Accessibility Advisory Committee  

• College Council Updates  

• ctcLink Leadership Team  

• Facilities Technology Committee  

• Learning Outcomes Assessment Committee (LOAC) 

• Planning & Accreditation Committee (PAC) ***updated name 

• Strategic Planning Budget Council 

Enrollments 

• Fall 2025 daily enrollment reports.     

• Archives of past daily enrollment reports.   

Printing Services    

 Printing Services will be closed Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, Oct. 1, 2, & 3^rd, respectively, and will reopen on Monday, Oct. 6^th.  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 

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

Advancement & Foundation 

Alumni Engagement: Let Us Support You 

We just recently launched an official Alumni Network (Alumni Network Link) . The Advancement team supports alumni engagement, including retired and former faculty and staff, and we welcome your ideas: contact lists, event suggestions, speakers, spotlights, steering committee candidates, and scholarship naming opportunities. We’ll be rolling out more specific guidelines in the coming months to make collaboration even easier. 

Many alumni, retired faculty, and staff are generous donors who love returning to campus. One of our most meaningful traditions is The Giving Table, featuring student voices, guest speakers, and program highlights – a special way to stay connected to Shoreline and its mission. 

Save the Date: November 7 – The Giving Table Luncheon 
Please share the invite and let us know if you’d like to help bring alumni to the event! 

Human Resources 

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

Events and Updates 

• September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 

• Update, 9:30am: Campus Network Instability 

• Campus Network Instability 

• (UPDATE) Innis Arden – Sidewalk Project 

• A 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.