******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS *****

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

HOLIDAY CLOSURE: PURCHASING
Purchasing will be closed from Friday December 23, 2005 until Tuesday January 3, 2006.  Please use Corporate Express at www.eway.com  to purchase office supplies.  Holly Woodmansee will be available on Tuesday December 27 at 6955 if any assistance is needed.  Happy Holidays.

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

COLLEGE WORK SCHEDULE - DEC. 23 and DEC. 30
Happy Holidays everyone.  There have been some questions about college hours on Friday December 23rd and Friday December 30th.  The College is officially open both days until 4:30.  The holidays are Monday December 26th and Monday January 2nd.  If you questions, please call Beverly at 4532.

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

COLLEGE WORK SCHEDULE - DEC. 23 and DEC. 30
Happy Holidays everyone.  There have been some questions about college hours on Friday December 23rd and Friday December 30th.  The College is officially open both days until 4:30.  The holidays are Monday December 26th and Monday January 2nd.  If you questions, please call Beverly at 4532.

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

DECEMBER 23 PAY DAY
The next pay day for faculty, classified and exempt employees will be Friday, December 23rd. If you normally pick up your paycheck from your division/department and you do not pick it up on the 23rd, it will be mailed by the next morning. Because it is a holiday weekend, please keep in mind that you may receive your check in the mail later than you normally do.

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

TIS THE SEASON : DEALING WITH THE HOLIDAYS
The months of November and December often can be a very joyous time for individuals and a very stressful and depressing time for others. Some acknowledge the holidays in November and December while others do not. We are a country of great diversity. Each person will determine how he or she experiences these times. Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell has provided helpful tips on how to manage the stress of the holiday season.  >more

STUDENT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Be sure to check out the Student Activities Calendar for the latest information of what the SCC Clubs are doing on campus. Other event information is also posted.  Thanks to Gavin Smith Smith in TSS, Shaina Cochrane, and PIO for putting this calendar together. You will be able to find the calendar via the Current Students page on the website or by clicking Calendar at the top of the Day at a Glance page.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

PARKING BY THE 2900 BUILDING WILL BE LIMITED
the roadway on the east side of campus will be blocked off while the contractors dig new trenches in the area. THE TIMING OF THIS ACTIVITY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM MONDAY TO A DATE TO BE DETERMINED. Half of the staff lot near the 2900 building will be available for parking.  We will have cones set up in the student area for people to turn around. This area will be blocked off for at least three days and perhaps for the entire week. Staff will need to find alternative parking areas for this short period of time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

MAIL SERVICES NOTICE
The Mail Room is being physically relocated today, Wednesday, December 21st.  It is not clear at this point if it will be possible to sort and deliver all incoming mail today; we will do our very best and should any special handling mail come in that will be delivered.  PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR MAIL DOWN TO THE MAILROOM--IT IS NOT PHYSICALLY ACCESSIBLE.  If you have outgoing mail that absolutely must be postmarked today, please call John Neally at x6933 or Mary Kelemen at x4733 and someone will pick it up. Thanks for your patience as the mailroom is moved to its new location.  Any questions please call Mary Kelemen.
 

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

DECEMBER 23 PAY DAY
The next pay day for faculty, classified and exempt employees will be Friday, December 23rd. If you normally pick up your paycheck from your division/department and you do not pick it up on the 23rd, it will be mailed by the next morning. Because it is a holiday weekend, please keep in mind that you may receive your check in the mail later than you normally do.

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

GET NET NEWS
The December version of news & events is now available online.  Top stories include: Message from the President -- SCC moves forward with new direction and organization; Shoubee Liaw is newest BOT member, Jensina Byington wins competition, and much much more!  >Click to read.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

SABBATICAL LEAVE PROPOSALS
Sabbatical leave proposals for fulltime faculty are due Friday, January 13th, 2006 by 12:30pm. Submit to Molly Morse, HOPE, Room 2328. The 2004-2007 contract Article XIII, Section A6, pages 29-32 outlines Sabbatical leave, purpose, application process and criteria for selection.

TIS THE SEASON : DEALING WITH THE HOLIDAYS
The months of November and December often can be a very joyous time for individuals and a very stressful and depressing time for others. Some acknowledge the holidays in November and December while others do not. We are a country of great diversity. Each person will determine how he or she experiences these times. Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell has provided helpful tips on how to manage the stress of the holiday season.  >more

STUDENT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Be sure to check out the Student Activities Calendar for the latest information of what the SCC Clubs are doing on campus. Other event information is also posted.  Thanks to Gavin Smith Smith in TSS, Shaina Cochrane, and PIO for putting this calendar together. You will be able to find the calendar via the Current Students page on the website or by clicking Calendar at the top of the Day at a Glance page.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

EXCLUSIVE SONIC TICKETS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES
For the third year, the Seattle Sonics will recognize and honor your dedication to the state of Washington. This year, the team has designed an exclusive ticket offer for Washington State Employees. The Seattle Sonics salute your outstanding performance as state employees. For more information regarding tickets please view Washington State Employees Exclusive Sonics Mini-Plan Offer - and the Game Schedule.

PARKING BY THE 2900 BUILDING WILL BE LIMITED
the roadway on the east side of campus will be blocked off while the contractors dig new trenches in the area. THE TIMING OF THIS ACTIVITY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM MONDAY TO A DATE TO BE DETERMINED. Half of the staff lot near the 2900 building will be available for parking.  We will have cones set up in the student area for people to turn around. This area will be blocked off for at least three days and perhaps for the entire week. Staff will need to find alternative parking areas for this short period of time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

None.

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

PARKING BY THE 2900 BUILDING WILL BE LIMITED
the roadway on the east side of campus will be blocked off while the contractors dig new trenches in the area. THE TIMING OF THIS ACTIVITY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM MONDAY TO A DATE TO BE DETERMINED. Half of the staff lot near the 2900 building will be available for parking.  We will have cones set up in the student area for people to turn around. This area will be blocked off for at least three days and perhaps for the entire week. Staff will need to find alternative parking areas for this short period of time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

DECEMBER 23 PAY DAY
The next pay day for faculty, classified and exempt employees will be Friday, December 23rd. If you normally pick up your paycheck from your division/department and you do not pick it up on the 23rd, it will be mailed by the next morning. Because it is a holiday weekend, please keep in mind that you may receive your check in the mail later than you normally do.

GET NET NEWS
The December version of news & events is now available online.  Top stories include: Message from the President -- SCC moves forward with new direction and organization; Shoubee Liaw is newest BOT member, Jensina Byington wins competition, and much much more!  >Click to read.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

SABBATICAL LEAVE PROPOSALS
Sabbatical leave proposals for fulltime faculty are due Friday, January 13th, 2006 by 12:30pm. Submit to Molly Morse, HOPE, Room 2328. The 2004-2007 contract Article XIII, Section A6, pages 29-32 outlines Sabbatical leave, purpose, application process and criteria for selection.

TIS THE SEASON : DEALING WITH THE HOLIDAYS
The months of November and December often can be a very joyous time for individuals and a very stressful and depressing time for others. Some acknowledge the holidays in November and December while others do not. We are a country of great diversity. Each person will determine how he or she experiences these times. Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell has provided helpful tips on how to manage the stress of the holiday season.  >more

STUDENT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Be sure to check out the Student Activities Calendar for the latest information of what the SCC Clubs are doing on campus. Other event information is also posted.  Thanks to Gavin Smith Smith in TSS, Shaina Cochrane, and PIO for putting this calendar together. You will be able to find the calendar via the Current Students page on the website or by clicking Calendar at the top of the Day at a Glance page.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

EXCLUSIVE SONIC TICKETS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES
For the third year, the Seattle Sonics will recognize and honor your dedication to the state of Washington. This year, the team has designed an exclusive ticket offer for Washington State Employees. The Seattle Sonics salute your outstanding performance as state employees. For more information regarding tickets please view Washington State Employees Exclusive Sonics Mini-Plan Offer - and the Game Schedule.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

PARKING BY THE 2900 BUILDING WILL BE LIMITED
the roadway on the east side of campus will be blocked off while the contractors dig new trenches in the area. THE TIMING OF THIS ACTIVITY HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM MONDAY TO A DATE TO BE DETERMINED. Half of the staff lot near the 2900 building will be available for parking.  We will have cones set up in the student area for people to turn around. This area will be blocked off for at least three days and perhaps for the entire week. Staff will need to find alternative parking areas for this short period of time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

LONG TIME COMMUNITY COLLEGE BUSINESS OFFICER PASSES
Jim St. Germain, former Vice Chancellor at the Seattle Community College District, chief business officer for Seattle Central CC, and long-time advocate for community colleges state-wide, passed away Friday, December 16, after a long battle with cancer.  Services will be held Tuesday, December 20, 11:00 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, 1411 1st W., in Seattle (top of Queen Anne Hill). 

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

TESTING CENTER CLOSURE
The Testing Center on the main campus will be closed December 19 - December 27 for energy efficiency and will re-open on December 28th. The Testing Center at Lake Forest Park will be open for COMPASS testing on Monday Dec. 19 at 11 am, Tuesday December 20 at 5 pm and Wednesday December 21 at 5 pm. Remember to arrive 1/2 hour early. The Testing Center at Lake Forest Park will be closed from December 24-January 3 and re-opens for testing on Wednesday Jan. 4 at 4 pm.

DECEMBER 23 PAY DAY
The next pay day for faculty, classified and exempt employees will be Friday, December 23rd. If you normally pick up your paycheck from your division/department and you do not pick it up on the 23rd, it will be mailed by the next morning. Because it is a holiday weekend, please keep in mind that you may receive your check in the mail later than you normally do.

GET NET NEWS
The December version of news & events is now available online.  Top stories include: Message from the President -- SCC moves forward with new direction and organization; Shoubee Liaw is newest BOT member, Jensina Byington wins competition, and much much more!  >Click to read.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

MULTICULTURAL WEEK 2006
Mark your calendar!! SCC’s annual Multicultural Week takes place January 23-27, 2006. This year’s theme is “Local Eyes: Seeing and Being Shoreline’s Vibrant, Diverse Community.” Watch for a complete schedule at the end of December.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

SABBATICAL LEAVE PROPOSALS
Sabbatical leave proposals for fulltime faculty are due Friday, January 13th, 2006 by 12:30pm. Submit to Molly Morse, HOPE, Room 2328. The 2004-2007 contract Article XIII, Section A6, pages 29-32 outlines Sabbatical leave, purpose, application process and criteria for selection.

TIS THE SEASON : DEALING WITH THE HOLIDAYS
The months of November and December often can be a very joyous time for individuals and a very stressful and depressing time for others. Some acknowledge the holidays in November and December while others do not. We are a country of great diversity. Each person will determine how he or she experiences these times. Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell has provided helpful tips on how to manage the stress of the holiday season.  >more

STUDENT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Be sure to check out the Student Activities Calendar for the latest information of what the SCC Clubs are doing on campus. Other event information is also posted.  Thanks to Gavin Smith Smith in TSS, Shaina Cochrane, and PIO for putting this calendar together. You will be able to find the calendar via the Current Students page on the website or by clicking Calendar at the top of the Day at a Glance page.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A NURSING ASSISTANT CERTIFIED?
WorkFirst has limited space available in the Winter Quarter Nursing Assistant Program. Training meets the state requirements for Fundamentals of Care, Nurse Delegation and Nursing Assistant Certified. It also includes AIDS / HIV Training, First Aid / CPR for the Health Care Professional, Medical Terminology, & Essential Skills, plus a clinical internship in a healthcare facility. Space is limited to students who are low income parents of a child 18 years or younger. Please contact 2066-546-6957 or drop by room 5211 for further details.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

EXCLUSIVE SONIC TICKETS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES
For the third year, the Seattle Sonics will recognize and honor your dedication to the state of Washington. This year, the team has designed an exclusive ticket offer for Washington State Employees. The Seattle Sonics salute your outstanding performance as state employees. For more information regarding tickets please view Washington State Employees Exclusive Sonics Mini-Plan Offer - and the Game Schedule.

ELECTRONIC (PAPERLESS) ADVICES
Please check your paycheck or advice for an insert explaining how you will access your payroll information online if you have direct deposit beginning January, 2006. The Board of Trustees has approved elimination of paper advices (pay stubs for direct deposit) effective January 1, 2006 as an expense reduction to help balance the 2005-06 budget and reduce expenses for future budgets.

You will be able to access Web Earnings by clicking the "earnings" link on the left-hand side of Day at a Glance (DAAG). Enter your SID or Social Security Number and then your PIN on the log in page. If you have forgotten your numbers, a reminder notice will be sent to your department/division for distribution in the next few days. Please give it a try. If you have any problems or would like a training for your division/department, please let me know.

PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE ANNOUNCED
At the BOT meeting, an announcement was made regarding the members of the Presidential Search Committee.  They are: Faculty: Karen Toreson – Bus Ad; Pam Dusenberry – Humanities/Human Resources; Ernest Johnson – IA/SS, Karen Kreutzer – Science; Alternate – Donna Wilde – HOPE  Exempt/Prof Tech: Susan Hoyne – Science; Susana Villamarin – WED; Jeff Omalanz-Hood – Student Success; Alternate – Michele Foley – President’s Office; Classified: Stephen Gibler – Academic Affairs; Tony Costa – Professional Technical Education; Cindy Mix – CEO; Alternate – Arlene Strong – IA/SS; Associate Faculty: Carol Dyksterhuis – Athletics/HOPE; Alternate – Susan Lulu – IA/SS; Students; Lucas Meserve; Matt Fitzsimmons; Misa Tanoue.  Be sure to check the Presidential Search website for current information.

PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH FOCUS GROUP INFORMATION POSTED
The input collected from the campus and the community regarding the characteristics of a president has been posted to the Presidential Search website.
Question1: What does Shoreline Community College and the surrounding community have to offer a new president? Question2: What challenges do we face as a college? Question 3: What are the essential responsibility of a college president?  Question 4: What characteristics should the college president possess to meet these responsibilities

ADMINISTRATOR-IN-CHARGE
While Interim President Lee Lambert is on annual leave, the following schedule will apply:
Monday, December 19 - Acting VPHR Paulette Fleming will serve as A-I-C
Tuesday, December 20, through Tuesday, December 27, VPAS Beverly Brandt will serve as A-I-C
If you have any questions, please contact Paulette, Beverly or Michele Foley (ext. 4552). 
Lee will return to campus Wednesday, December 28.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

BUILDINGS OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAY BREAK
Per an earlier memo issued by HR, a survey of the College was taken of those who are working on campus during the holiday break (Dec. 27 - Jan. 2).  The following buildings will remain OPEN during this time: FOSS, GYM, PUB, Library, 800, 1000, 1200, Parent Child Center, Automotive Center. All other buildings will be closed.  If you plan to work during the holidays and work in a building that is closed, please contact Ruth Clark in HR so that an alternative work site can be identified for you.

SOULFUL SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS XV
Kick off the holiday season with this great uplifting musical event.  Mark your calendars now for this annual holiday gospel concert performed by the Total Experience Choir, featuring Director Pat Wright and Nichol Venee' Eskridge.  The concert will be held at 7:30 p.m., December 19th in the campus theater.  For ticket information contact the ticket line at x4606 or purchase at the door.

TESTING CENTER CLOSURE
The Testing Center on the main campus will be closed December 19 - December 27 for energy efficiency and will re-open on December 28th. The Testing Center at Lake Forest Park will be open for COMPASS testing on Monday Dec. 19 at 11 am, Tuesday December 20 at 5 pm and Wednesday December 21 at 5 pm. Remember to arrive 1/2 hour early. The Testing Center at Lake Forest Park will be closed from December 24-January 3 and re-opens for testing on Wednesday Jan. 4 at 4 pm.

DECEMBER 23 PAY DAY
The next pay day for faculty, classified and exempt employees will be Friday, December 23rd. If you normally pick up your paycheck from your division/department and you do not pick it up on the 23rd, it will be mailed by the next morning. Because it is a holiday weekend, please keep in mind that you may receive your check in the mail later than you normally do.

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

GET NET NEWS
The December version of news & events is now available online.  Top stories include: Message from the President -- SCC moves forward with new direction and organization; Shoubee Liaw is newest BOT member, Jensina Byington wins competition, and much much more!  >Click to read.

PARKING BY THE 2900 BUILDING WILL BE LIMITED
Starting next Monday, December 19, the roadway on the east side of campus will be blocked off while the contractors dig new trenches in the area. Half of the staff lot near the 2900 building will be available for parking.  We will have cones set up in the student area for people to turn around. This area will be blocked off for at least three days and perhaps for the entire week. Staff will need to find alternative parking areas for this short period of time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

MULTICULTURAL WEEK 2006
Mark your calendar!! SCC’s annual Multicultural Week takes place January 23-27, 2006. This year’s theme is “Local Eyes: Seeing and Being Shoreline’s Vibrant, Diverse Community.” Watch for a complete schedule at the end of December.

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

COMBINED FUND DRIVE UPDATE
Many thanks to those of you who participated in this years Combined Fund Drive.  So far, over $27,800 has been given or pledged to employee-selected non-profit organizations.  Over the years, SCC employees have been generous in supporting this annual campaign and along with our fellow state employees we have indeed "made a world of difference".  Thank you!

SABBATICAL LEAVE PROPOSALS
Sabbatical leave proposals for fulltime faculty are due Friday, January 13th, 2006 by 12:30pm. Submit to Molly Morse, HOPE, Room 2328. The 2004-2007 contract Article XIII, Section A6, pages 29-32 outlines Sabbatical leave, purpose, application process and criteria for selection.

TOY DRIVE
This is the last week to participate in the Enrollment Services Toy Drive, which is being done in cooperation with the Shoreline Fire Department. Bring a new toy (unwrapped please) and place it in the box outside Chris Melton's office, Room 5249, and help make this a happier holiday for a child.

TIS THE SEASON : DEALING WITH THE HOLIDAYS
The months of November and December often can be a very joyous time for individuals and a very stressful and depressing time for others. Some acknowledge the holidays in November and December while others do not. We are a country of great diversity. Each person will determine how he or she experiences these times. Dr. Yvonne Terrell-Powell has provided helpful tips on how to manage the stress of the holiday season.  >more

STUDENT ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
Be sure to check out the Student Activities Calendar for the latest information of what the SCC Clubs are doing on campus. Other event information is also posted.  Thanks to Gavin Smith Smith in TSS, Shaina Cochrane, and PIO for putting this calendar together. You will be able to find the calendar via the Current Students page on the website or by clicking Calendar at the top of the Day at a Glance page.

LIBRARY CATALOG DOWN-TIME
December 19 and 20 (Monday and Tuesday)
The Library and Media Center's online catalog will be unavailable on December 19 and 20 (Monday and Tuesday) due to a scheduled system upgrade. This will make finding materials a little more time-consuming, but the staff and faculty at the library will do our best to continue to provide high-quality service to our patrons. Fortunately this down-time will occur during the relatively quiet period following final exams for the fall quarter. This downtime will not impact our patrons' ability to borrow materials nor will it impact the necessity to return materials by their due dates. Any questions or concerns? Contact Owen Rogers at orogers@shoreline.edu.

HONG KONG STUDENT UNION ANNUAL SKI TRIP
Sunday, December 18, 8:30am, Snoqualmie Pass
HKSU are having their annual ski trip. Event is open to all. If interested, please contact Gabriel Wan at gawan@shoreline.edu.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A NURSING ASSISTANT CERTIFIED?
WorkFirst has limited space available in the Winter Quarter Nursing Assistant Program. Training meets the state requirements for Fundamentals of Care, Nurse Delegation and Nursing Assistant Certified. It also includes AIDS / HIV Training, First Aid / CPR for the Health Care Professional, Medical Terminology, & Essential Skills, plus a clinical internship in a healthcare facility. Space is limited to students who are low income parents of a child 18 years or younger. Please contact 2066-546-6957 or drop by room 5211 for further details.

TUITION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Worker Retraining and WorkFirst programs have funds available to help students with Winter Quarter tuition and books. Students who are parents of a child (18 years or younger), and currently receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or meet income guidelines may be eligible for WorkFirst funding. Dislocated workers, displaced homemakers, and students receiving unemployment benefits or who have exhausted unemployment benefits in the last two years may be eligible for Worker Retraining tuition assistance. Please contact Ann Ludwig in Career and Employment Services, Room 5228, or call 206-546-5882.

EXCLUSIVE SONIC TICKETS FOR STATE EMPLOYEES
For the third year, the Seattle Sonics will recognize and honor your dedication to the state of Washington. This year, the team has designed an exclusive ticket offer for Washington State Employees. The Seattle Sonics salute your outstanding performance as state employees. For more information regarding tickets please view Washington State Employees Exclusive Sonics Mini-Plan Offer - and the Game Schedule.

ELECTRONIC (PAPERLESS) ADVICES
Please check your paycheck or advice for an insert explaining how you will access your payroll information online if you have direct deposit beginning January, 2006. The Board of Trustees has approved elimination of paper advices (pay stubs for direct deposit) effective January 1, 2006 as an expense reduction to help balance the 2005-06 budget and reduce expenses for future budgets.

You will be able to access Web Earnings by clicking the "earnings" link on the left-hand side of Day at a Glance (DAAG). Enter your SID or Social Security Number and then your PIN on the log in page. If you have forgotten your numbers, a reminder notice will be sent to your department/division for distribution in the next few days. Please give it a try. If you have any problems or would like a training for your division/department, please let me know.

PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH COMMITTEE ANNOUNCED
At the BOT meeting, an announcement was made regarding the members of the Presidential Search Committee.  They are: Faculty: Karen Toreson – Bus Ad; Pam Dusenberry – Humanities/Human Resources; Ernest Johnson – IA/SS, Karen Kreutzer – Science; Alternate – Donna Wilde – HOPE  Exempt/Prof Tech: Susan Hoyne – Science; Susana Villamarin – WED; Jeff Omalanz-Hood – Student Success; Alternate – Michele Foley – President’s Office; Classified: Stephen Gibler – Academic Affairs; Tony Costa – Professional Technical Education; Cindy Mix – CEO; Alternate – Arlene Strong – IA/SS; Associate Faculty: Carol Dyksterhuis – Athletics/HOPE; Alternate – Susan Lulu – IA/SS; Students; Lucas Meserve; Matt Fitzsimmons; Misa Tanoue.  Be sure to check the Presidential Search website for current information.

PRESIDENTIAL SEARCH FOCUS GROUP INFORMATION POSTED
The input collected from the campus and the community regarding the characteristics of a president has been posted to the Presidential Search website.
Question1: What does Shoreline Community College and the surrounding community have to offer a new president? Question2: What challenges do we face as a college? Question 3: What are the essential responsibility of a college president?  Question 4: What characteristics should the college president possess to meet these responsibilities

TESTING CENTER CLOSURE
December 19-27
The testing center will be closed the week of December 19-27 on the main campus. We will reopen on December 27th. Compass testing will be available at the Lake Forest Park testing center on Monday 11 am, Tuesday and Wednesday at 5 pm that week. The LFP Testing Center will be closed the week of Dec. 27-Jan. 2. We expect to begin using an online test scheduling and fee payment process with the new schedule beginning December 27th.

ALL CAMPUS HOLIDAY PARTY
Thursday, December 15, 9:30-11:30am, 1000 - The Gallery
The Shoreline Community College Federation of Teachers and the Foundation warmly extend an invitation to one and all to join us for some holiday cheer on Thursday, December 15th from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the Gallery (1000 Building). Take a break from your breakneck pace and join your colleagues for food, live music and esprit de corps. Please bring four canned food items for donation to a food bank. Mark your calendars! We hope to see you there. (You could even win a prize!)

FINALS FOR FALL QUARTER
Finals continue today.

TSS WILL BE OFF CAMPUS
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 12 NOON to 5:00 P.M.
The TSS Department will be off campus for its Annual Staff Retreat on Thursday, December 15 from 12 NOON until 5:00 P.M. If you need technology assistance during that time, please call the HelpLine at ext. 5872 and leave a message. We will be checking the line regularly so that we will be able respond to any emergency situations.

******* NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS ******

GET NET NEWS
The December version of Net News is now available online.  Top stories include: Message from the President -- SCC moves forward with new direction and organization; Shoubee Liaw is newest BOT member, Jensina Byington wins competition, and much much more!  >Click to read.

PARKING BY THE 2900 BUILDING WILL BE LIMITED
Starting next Monday, December 19, the roadway on the east side of campus will be blocked off while the contractors dig new trenches in the area. Half of the staff lot near the 2900 building will be available for parking.  We will have cones set up in the student area for people to turn around. This area will be blocked off for at least three days and perhaps for the entire week. Staff will need to find alternative parking areas for this short period of time. Sorry for the inconvenience.

NURSING GRADUATION CEREMONY
Wednesday, December 14  at 4:00 pm in the College Theater
Join with family, friends & faculty of the Fall Graduating Class to celebrate!  We also acknowledge six graduates of the Healthcare Career Advancement Program (HCAP) which was a partnership project with Swedish Medical Center and the Service Employee's International Union.Thirty-four graduates in all!

AUXILIARY SERVICE HOURS FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK & CONSTRUCTION
The Bookstore, Mail Services and Copy Center will maintain regular hours and service through Friday December 23rd. DECEMBER 27-30TH ALL AREAS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 10AM-2PM. THERE WILL BE NO MAIL DELIVERY DECEMBER 27-30TH. You may pickup/drop off mail during the hours of 10 am-2 pm. Normal hours resume the week of January 3rd and extended Winter Qtr hours will begin Saturday the 7th of January and extend the following week. The Auxiliary Services staff wish everyone a Happy and safe Holiday Season. Any questions please contact Mary at #4733 or mkelemen@shoreline.edu.

AUTOMOTIVE PROGRAM TO RECEIVE $10,000 GRANT
FROM DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION FUND
The Automotive Program will receive a $10,000 grant from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund. These funds will be used to purchase laptop computers and diagnostic scan tools for the students in the DaimlerChrysler College Automotive Program. This assistance from the DaimlerChrysler Corporation Fund will help our programs stay up-to-date with the latest technology. The laptops and scan tools will greatly enhance learning and teaching by allowing each student to spend more time with this sophisticated diagnostic equipment, increasing both confidence and competence in using these tools.

MULTICULTURAL WEEK 2006
Mark your calendar!! SCC’s annual Multicultural Week takes place January 23-27, 2006. This year’s theme is “Local Eyes: Seeing and Being Shoreline’s Vibrant, Diverse Community.” Watch for a complete schedule at the end of December.

***** PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS ****

TAKE THE BUDGET SURVEY
The Budget Committee asks the campus to respond to a campuswide survey.  The purpose of the survey is to gather feedback from the campus community on this fall’s process for deciding on budget reductions of approximately $500,000. The Budget Committee and President’s Leadership Team will use this evaluation to improve processes in the future.  The survey will reside on the Budget Committee website.  >take survey

BOARD OF TRUSTEES GOALS
At a half-day retreat, the Board of Trustees developed a series of goals and conducted a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis.  The Board is sharing their goals with the campus and invites you to provide feedback.  Click for a copy of the Board goals and the SWOT analysis.  You may email the BOT at scc_bot@shoreline.edu with your comments.

COMBINED FUND DRIVE UPDATE
Many thanks to those of you who participated in this years Combined Fund Drive.  So far, over $27,800 has been given or pledged to employee-selected non-profit organizations.  Over the years, SCC employees have been generous in supporting this annual campaign and along with our fellow state employees we have indeed "made a world of difference".  Thank you!

SABBATICAL LEAVE PROPOSALS
Sabbatical leave proposals for fulltime faculty are due Friday, January 13th, 2006 by 12:30pm. Submit to Molly Morse, HOPE, Room 2328. The 2004-2007 contract Article XIII, Section A6, pages 29-32 outlines Sabbatical leave, purpose, application process and criteria for selection.

TOY DRIVE
This is the last week to participate in the Enrollment Services Toy Drive, which is being done in cooperation with the Shoreline Fire Department. Bring a new toy (unwrapped please) and place it in the box outside Chris Melton's office, Room 5249, and help make this a happier holiday for a child.

TIS THE SEASON : DEALING WITH THE HOLIDAYS