ANNOUNCEMENTS

Campus Climate Task Force
At the February all-campus meeting, President Moore announced the formation of a Campus Climate Task Force. The purpose of the Climate Task Force is to develop a thoughtful plan to address the issues of campus climate at Shoreline Community College. This task force will gather information from the campus on specific issues related to the teaching, learning and working environment for staff and students and other related issues; review and analyze the data and feedback; and recommend an action plan to address key concerns. The Task Force will set a timeline to accomplish development of a draft plan by August 1, 2005, and will disband sometime next year. The Task Force reports directly to the President and the Board of Trustees.

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Three years of Academic Calendars approved by Board of Trustees
At the March meeting of the Board of Trustees, the Calendar Committee, chaired by Registrar Robin Young, presented academic calendars for the next three years.  The Calendar Committee, comprised of faculty, classified and administrative staff, and students, tackled the issues of scheduling each of the academic quarters while being mindful of considerations presented by the Joint Union Management Committee (JUMC).  These issues included an equal number of instructional days for each day of the week, in-service day beginning in 2006, prep day, three exam days, and other key issues.  Calendars have been approved for 2005-06, 2006-07, and tentatively for 2007-08.

The academic calendars will be distributed by the President's Office or you can download copies of the calendar from the College web site.

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Update on the TRIO Grant
Word was received from Senator Murray's office Friday morning that Shoreline's TRIO Student Support Services grant application to the U.S. Department of Education was denied. A proposal score and other written feedback from the Department's scoring panel should be available in the next few weeks. The 4-year project would have supported additional staff and resources to provide intensive student retention services for low income, disabled, and first-generation students. Unlike most other grants, TRIO grants are refundable. It is rare for first-time TRIO proposals to be funded. At this point, the plan is for the Grants Office and Student Services to closely review the proposal feedback and try again in three years at the next opportunity to apply for this grant. If you have any questions, contact John Lederer in the Grants Office (ext. 6708 or jlederer@shoreline.edu).

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New practice in computer lab promises to cut down on waste
Who wouldn't agree?  We all need to be more cognizant of waste -- and at the College, we can help by being more aware of the amount of paper that is being wasted each day.  Beginning Spring Quarter 2005, a print management solution will be implemented to help curb paper and resource waste on campus.  It is anticipated that there will be a reduction of waste of up to 70%, or 1.3 million sheets of paper per year in the General Use Student Lab.  This solution will be placed on the open computers on the main floor of the Library Technology Center and on the computers in the General Use Student Lab.  This will be funded by a printing fee of 2 cents per page.  Keep in mind that there will be no refunds for unused credits at the end of the quarter.  These credits can be purchased at a Value Add Machine located on the main floor of the Library Technology Center, and will be stored on your student ID card. These are the lowest printing rates in the country for college and university students.   Questions or concerns?  Email: printing@shoreline.edu.  The photo above shows the amount of paper that needs to be recycled from only one computer lab for only one day. 

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Running Start Informational Night
Running Start is hosting an Informational Meeting at the College, Wednesday, April 6, 2005 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.  Eligible high school juniors and seniors are invited to attend the  informational session to learn more about the program. Call x4591 for more information or visit the website at www.shoreline.edu.

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Reminder:
The campus community is reminded to take a quick look at Day at a Glance (DAAG) each day as that is where you will find important College announcements.  Simply double click on the link provided in the DAAG email or type in the address:  http://intranet.shoreline.edu/intranethome/. 

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HR CORNER

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Lisa Smith is Star of the Quarter
Student Programs' Lisa Smith was selected the SCC Star of the Quarter for Winter Quarter 2005.  One nominator said, "When I walk into the Student Programs office, Lisa is surrounded by a ring of students.  She is extremely student-centered and it is obvious that our students feel that she provides a safe place for them on campus.  Students' adoration of Lisa is very evident.  In each of Lisa's interactions with students that I've observed, she has been helpful, kind and respectful ― always ready to lend a hand or provide a hug."  Another letter of nomination said, "I have just been getting the Film Club restarted and she has helped me everyday so far, allowing me to be able to restart the club, and she has been very friendly. She has definitely gone above and beyond to help, which I greatly appreciate."  Congratulations, Lisa!

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KUDOS

New trustees honored at welcoming reception
Trustees Gidget Terpstra and Dick Stucky were recently confirmed by the Washington State Senate Committee on Higher Education to serve as trustees at Shoreline Community College.  Shoreline CC's newest trustees enjoyed conversation with Sen. Rosemary McAuliffe, chair of the Early Learning, K-12 & Higher Education Committee at a welcoming reception. 

Gloria Anderson completes master's degree
Health Care Information Instructor Gloria Anderson recently received her master's degree in education from Antioch University Winter Quarter 2005.  Anderson earned her bachelor's degree in health care information administration from Northeastern University in Boston.  Congratulations, Gloria -- and thanks to Linda Barnes for letting us know!

Mary March publishes book
Associate ESL faculty Mary March has written a French book for travelers.  Great work, Mary!

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EVENTS & SPORTS

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COLLEGE GALLERY

Adolescent: Portraits 1992-2004
Unique paintings on glass by Seattle artist Jessica Dodge
The works of Seattle artist, Jessica Dodge will be exhibited at the College Gallery at Shoreline Community College through April 7, 2005.  Adolescent: Portraits 1992-2004 is an exhibit of portraits of adolescents as they begin their journey away from childhood.

"I'd like to add something about reverse painting on glass, my most common media," says Dodge. "When I started using this technique, just out of art school (twenty years ago) I found that conceiving a composition in reverse and layering the color on from behind the viewing surface was an intriguing challenge, and the luminous quality of the oil paint, when viewed through the glass, was exciting. Canvas is expensive and old windows are generally cheap or free, so I was able to experiment for many years, developing several techniques that integrated my drawing and painting styles with the properties of the glass. Finally, though I don't always use actual windows any longer (as it's the glass, not the frame, that's important) I still paint on glass because it continues to challenge and intrigue me."

Dodge has painted this series of works over the last 12 years.  She has included paintings of her own daughter, Laurel, since her first few weeks.  “One of the things I most enjoy about painting people who are not yet adults is the feeling that I'm catching them at a fleeting, transient moment in their narrative as they move away from childhood,” says the artist.

Artist quote:  “In addition to the persistent presence of storytelling and mythology in my work, I often have an interest in traditional subject matter; the still life, the landscape and the portrait, either in service to a narrative piece, or to stand on their own.

For more information about the exhibit or upcoming exhibits, please contact Gallery Director Natalie Niblack at x4433.  The College Gallery is located in the Administration Building, 1000.  Gallery hours are 9 am. To 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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