SCC Lunar New Year Celebration

Cartoon images of lanterns and animals along with event details that are included in the text of the blog post.

Celebrate Lunar New Year at SCC and welcome the Year of the Snake with educational displays, food, and a talent show representing diverse cultures:

  • Learn about the many ways communities in the US and Asia celebrate Lunar New Year
  • Watch live music and performances from SCC students and friends
  • Enjoy Taiwanese Food and Tea from Looking for Chai
  • Taste snacks from a wide array of cultures that celebrate Lunar New Year
  • Get an animal in your zodiac sign from balloon artist and SCC student DiAngelo Baltazar of Hoopla Face Painting and Balloons

DATE: Thursday, 2/24/2025

TIME: 5:00 – 7:00 PM

PLACE: SCC Main Dining Room (9215)

The celebration will be preceded at 4:00pm by a talk from SCC alum, Hunter Ka’imi, “How I Gained 1.3 Million Followers on TikTok… And What I Learned,” also in the Main Dining Room.

All events are free and open to the public.

If you are interested in participating in the Talent Show, please click here to submit your request ASAP.

Sponsored by the WAVES Asian Pacific Islander Student Center with support from a coalition of student clubs, SCC offices, and community businesses.

Invitation to apply for NCORE

Yek Tunal, Everyone!

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

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

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

Please note the following details:

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

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

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

Best,

Brian Ramos

Vice President of DEIA

A Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Edwin Pratt

Please join us for the Edwin Pratt Day of Remembrance, a special event dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of Edwin Pratt, an influential civil rights leader and community advocate.

DATE: 1/30/2025

TIME: 5:00 – 7:00 PM

PLACE: Main Dining Room – Student Union Building

Click here to register for this free event https://ow.ly/EQCg50UGAGl 

Images of Edwin Pratt along with event details that are included in the text of the blog post.

The Philosophy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Paul Herrick, philosophy professor at Shoreline Community College, will discuss Dr. King’s philosophical ideas, including themes of equality, human rights, and interconnectedness.

Explore Dr. King’s views on morality, racism, and the sacredness of human life.

DATE: 1/21/2025

TIME: 11:30am – 12:30pm

PLACE: Quiet Dining Room – PUB 9208

Image: flyer for Social Justice Week that includes event details described in the text of this post.

Invitation to Apply for NCORE 2025 Attendance

Yek Tunal, Everyone!

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

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

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

Please note the following details:

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

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

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