Day at a Glance

Friday, October 29, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

HOLLY ATTENDS WACTC; CAROL HENDERSON IS A-I-C
October  29
 President Holly Moore is attending the monthly statewide presidents meeting October 28 & 29 , to be held at Tacoma CC Thursday and Friday.  While she is off campus, VP Carol Henderson has been designated as Administrator-in-Charge.  Carol can be reached at ext. 4651. 

UPDATE ON CONSTRUCTION: TRAFFIC BACKUPS
October 28 & 29
The contractor for the campus water main project will be doing paving work on various roadways and parking lots on Thursday and Friday (October 28 & 29). This will cause some traffic and parking problems, but most should be of short duration. Those who are affected by the smell of asphalt fumes should also be aware of this work.  If you have questions, contact Randy Stegmeier at rstegmei@shoreline.edu .

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

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

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Thursday, October 28, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

GOODBYE MIKE DAHLAGER
Thursday, October 28 from 2:45 - 3:45 pm  in the Student Lounge in Building 5000
After 27 continuous years of attending classes on campus Mike Dahlager is leaving us to move to California. Mike started here in 1977. He finally received his Associate in Arts and Sciences degree in 2000. Please come and wish him well, and see him get his well deserved Dolphie award!

PRISM CONCERT
Thursday, October 28 at 7:30 in the Campus Theater
This special Music Department concert showcases our Choral, Funkngroove, Bluegrass, and Jazz Band groups with more great music from classical to pop.  Your ticket purchase benefits our O'Coyne Music Scholarship fund - a really good thing.  See you Thursday night!

HOLLY ATTENDS WACTC; CAROL HENDERSON IS A-I-C
 October 28 & 29
 President Holly Moore is attending the monthly statewide presidents meeting October 28 & 29 , to be held at Tacoma CC Thursday and Friday.  While she is off campus, VP Carol Henderson has been designated as Administrator-in-Charge.  Carol can be reached at ext. 4651. 

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

SUSPENDED OPERATIONS MEMO
As we move into our winter season, President Holly Moore has issued the annual reminder about Suspended Operations.  Suspending operations for all or part of a day is not a decision that is made lightly.  Every effort will be made to ascertain the weather conditions and the impacts to the safety of our students and employees.  Communications regarding suspended operations will be issued promptly by the Public Information Office using our email, website, and voicemail systems.  Additional information will be issued to the media via the Puget Sound Emergency Communications Systems website.  Please review the posted memo for additional information plus procedures for reporting employee absences during the time of suspended operations.  This information will be permanently posted to the DAAG homepage during the winter.

LEADERS IN THE CLASSROOM AND THE BIG EVENT
Wednesday, November  10 from 8:30 - 9:20 am in the Campus Theater
Leslie Jones, former regional vice president for Qwest Communications, kicks off the BIG Event (Business Information Gathering).  The BIG Event is sponsored by the Business Advisory Committee and faculty.  Students will be introduced to advisors in this area and have the opportunity to discuss their academic and career goals.  All students are invited to attend!

At the time of her retirement in 2002, Leslie provided leadership and direction for a 14-state area including 10 Regional Inbound Consumer Call Centers employing approximately 2000 union-represented employees and 150 management employees.  Leslie will share her thoughts on how to look for opportunities to climb the corporate ladder.

BOARD MEETING RECAP
The Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting on October 27, 2004.  Highlights from the meeting include: a presentation by faculty involved with the 2004 Summer Institutes to Jamaica, Peru, and China; report on a summer teaching contract to the First Nations of Canada by Speech Language Pathology Assistants faculty, report by Dr. Henderson and faculty who attended the AACC conference in China this summer; reports from Vice Presidents on the operations of the College, reports from the SCC Federation, Classified Staff, and the Student Body Association. 

The Board held elections for this year’s officers of the Board.  This year’s officers will include:  Elsa Welch, President; Jeff Lewis, Vice President; Michele Foley, Secretary to the Board.  A complete set of minutes from this meeting will be posted to the website once they have been approved by the Board.  Information from this meeting will also be presented in Net News.

OPEN FORUMS FOR VPHR
Tuesday November  2, TBD, 1000 Building, Board Room
Open Forums for the interview candidates for the Vice President for Human Resources will be held.  All interviews will take place in the Board Room of the Administration Building.  We encourage everyone to attend.  Please remember to bring any questions you would like to ask each candidate.  Each interview should last approximately 45 minutes.  Names of candidates and interview times will be posted on Day at a Glance the morning of November 2nd.

CLOSURE AT CASHIERS OFFICE
Monday - Wednesday, November 8, 9 and 10th
Due to the remodel/recarpetting in the 5000 Building, the Cashier's Office will be open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm on November 8, 9 and 10th. We will resume the normal business hours of 8:00 am - 6:30 pm the week of November 15th. jfenske@shoreline.edu

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

Day at a Glance

Wednesday, October 27, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

VOLUNTEERS AND EXTRAS NEEDED
Wednesday, October 27, 3:00pm, Room 1524
The Film Club has started production on the shorts and documentaries for the Get Out the Vote event on Nov.1  Anyone who is interested in being involved in crew, acting, writing, etc... . contact Erik Wegner at (541) 300-0243 or erik_wegner@yahoo.com We shoot Monday-Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 and 3:00-5:00 p.m.  Everyone is invited to get involved.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET TODAY
4:00pm in the Building 1000 Board Room
Shoreline's Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting today beginning at 4:00pm in the Board Room of the Administration Building.  Click here to view the agenda, which is also posted to the Board's web page, accessible by clicking on the menu to the left of DAAG.  PIO will post a recap of the October Board Meeting on DAAG. 

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

PRISM CONCERT
Thursday, October 28 at 7:30 in the Campus Theater
This special Music Department concert showcases our Choral, Funkngroove, Bluegrass, and Jazz Band groups with more great music from classical to pop.  Your ticket purchase benefits our O'Coyne Music Scholarship fund - a really good thing.  See you Thursday night!

UPDATE ON CONSTRUCTION: TRAFFIC BACKUPS
The contractor for the campus water main project will be doing paving work on various roadways and parking lots on Thursday and Friday (October 28 & 29). This will cause some traffic and parking problems, but most should be of short duration. Those who are affected by the smell of asphalt fumes should also be aware of this work.  If you have questions, contact Randy Stegmeier at rstegmei@shoreline.edu .

GOODBYE MIKE DAHLAGER
Thursday, October 28 from 2:45 - 3:45 pm  in the Student Lounge in Building 5000
After 27 continuous years of attending classes on campus Mike Dahlager is leaving us to move to California. Mike started here in 1977. He finally received his Associate in Arts and Sciences degree in 2000. Please come and wish him well, and see him get his well deserved Dolphie award!

UW INFO DAY AT SHORELINE
Thursday, November 4 from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm in the PUB Grand Ballroom
UW Info Day features more than 25 UW Admissions and major/department advisors, right here on our campus.  There will also be presentations made during this day.  Click for a complete schedule.

WED NEWSLETTER - FALL QUARTER
Greetings and welcome back to fall quarter! WED hopes you enjoy the first edition of the Workforce and Economic Development (WED) newsletter.  This newsletter will be published quarterly and made available on-line in an effort to help keep the campus community informed of activities and opportunities through WED. Please feel free to contact us x 7859 with suggestions and ideas for improvement!

VIDEO:  "BOWLING FOR COLUMBINE"
Monday, November 1 from 12:30 -3:00 pm in the Canteen/958
Produced by Kathleen Glynn, Michael Donovan, Charles Bishop & Jim Czarnecki. "Bowling for Columbine" is an alternately humorous and horrifying film about the United States and the fact that 11,000 people die in America each year at the hands of gun violence.  This film is a journey through America, and the rough our past, hoping to discover why our pursuit of happiness is so riddled with violence. For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at 533-6618, epineiro@shoreline.edu  or Colleen Perrault at 546-6951, cperraul@shoreline.edu .

FREE MOVIE SHOWING OF 911 FAHRENHEIT, MICHAEL MOORE'S DOCUMENTARY
Thursday, October 28 from 12:30 - 3:00 pm in the CANTEEN
Come to a free showing of Michael Moore's movie 911 Fahrenheit.  Free snacks!  Learn about the Shoreline Student for Peace and Justice Club.

MICHAEL MOORE DOCUMENTARY FOOTAGE NOT SEEN IN THEATRES
Wednesday, October 27 from 12:30 - 2:00 pm in the PUB CANTEEN
Michael Moore's documentary footage for 911 Fahrenheit not seen with the original movie.  If you saw the movie and were amazed by it be sure to come see the footage - even if you didn't see the movie.

CLOSURE AT CASHIERS OFFICE
Monday - Wednesday, November 8, 9 and 10th
Due to the remodel/recarpetting in the 5000 Building, the Cashier's Office will be open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm on November 8, 9 and 10th. We will resume the our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 6:00 pm the week of November 15th. jfenske@shoreline.edu

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

Day at a Glance

Tuesday, October 26, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC, we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

HOLLY MOORE'S OPEN OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday, October 26, 12:30 to 2:00pm, Room 1018
Take a mid-quarter break and stop by President Moore's office for Open Office Hours.  The door stays open, everyone is welcome--and all topics are open for discussion!  See you Tuesday!!

NINOTCHKA ROSCA - "Women and War"
Tuesday, October 26, 7:30pm, Gymnasium
Ninotchka Rosca is the Philippine’s pre-eminent novelist, author of five books and recipient of the 1993 American Book Award for Excellence in Literature. A political prisoner under the Marcos regime, Rosca is on the board of the Survivors Committee, a network of former political prisoners and human rights activists. Rosca is the founding chair of GABRIELA Network, a Philippine-U.S. women’s solidarity organization working against the trafficking of women, including the mail-order bride industry, the colonial imposition of prostitution on Third World women and the role of the IMF/World Bank/WTO in creating a global sex trade. She is currently the international spokesperson for the Purple Rose Campaign Against the Sex Trafficking of Filipinas and Filipino children. General admission is $10, $8 for seniors, students, SCC faculty and staff, and $4 for SCC students with College ID and children 14 and younger. 

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

WINTER 2005 CLASS SCHEDULE WILL BE ONLINE
Monday, November 1
The Winter 2005 Credit Class Schedule will go online next Monday, November 1.  Please direct students to the College website to begin researching their classes for next quarter.

PRISM CONCERT
Thursday, October 28, 7:30pm, Campus Theater
This special Music Department concert showcases our Choral, Funkngroove, Bluegrass and Jazz Band groups with more great music from classical to pop. Your ticket purchase benefits our O'Coyne Music Scholarship fund - a really good thing. See you Thursday night! Contact: mmelvin@shoreline.edu

FAST-A-THON
Tuesday, November 9, 4:30 - 6:30pm, PUB Cafeteria
Join us for a free dinner and some insight on Ramadan!!!
Contact: Umair Ahmad  president@shoreline.msanw.org

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

Day at a Glance

Monday, October 25, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

VIDEO:  "THE STRENGTH TO RESIST:  BEYOND KILLING US SOFTLY"
Monday, October 25, 12:30-2:00pm, Canteen/958
This documentary examines the image of women in advertising and the messages that dominate the media.  Young women and leading authorities in the fields of gender studies, violence against women, and media literacy speak about practical solutions and the best tactics for reclaiming our culture.  For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

ATHLETICS TRIPLE HEADER
Monday, October 25 ,  2:00, 4:00, 7:00  pm at the College Soccer Field and Gymnasium
Monday October 25 is Triple-Header Monday for the Athletic Department.  At 2:00 and 4:00 Shoreline will host Olympic in soccer.  The women's game is at 2:00 followed by the men's game at 4:00.  Then at 7:00pm, the women's volleyball team will take on north-end rival Edmonds.  All three teams are very competitive and fun to watch.  The volleyball team has already secured a spot in the NWAACC Championship tournament.  Come out and support your Dolphins.  Admission is free for all students and campus employees.

VOLUNTEERS AND EXTRAS NEEDED
Monday & Wednesday, October 25 and 27at 3:00 pm in  Room 1524
The Film Club has started production on the shorts and documentaries for the Get Out the Vote event on Nov.1  Anyone who is interested in being involved in crew, acting, writing, etc... contact Erik Wegner at (541) 300-0243 or erik_wegner@yahoo.com . We shoot Monday-Wednesday at 11:30 am-12:30 and 3:00-5:00 pm.  Everyone is invited to get involved.

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

HOLLY MOORE'S OPEN OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday, October 26, 12:30 to 2:00 pm, Room 1018
Take a mid-quarter break and stop by President Moore's office for Open Office Hours.  The door stays open, everyone is welcome--and all topics are open for discussion!  See you Tuesday!!

INTERNATIONAL TRANSFER FAIR
Wednesday, November 3 from 9  - 2 p.m. in the PUB Ballroom
In & out of state university admission representatives provide information and answers to unique and complicated admission requirements for Shoreline international students.  In addition, university representatives may have some information available for domestic students as well.

NINOTCHKA ROSCA - "Women and War"
Tuesday, October 26 at  7:30 pm in the SCC Gymnasium
Ninotchka Rosca is the Philippine’s pre-eminent novelist, author of five books and recipient of the 1993 American Book Award for Excellence in Literature. A political prisoner under the Marcos regime, Rosca is on the board of the Survivors Committee, a network of former political prisoners and human rights activists. Rosca is the founding chair of GABRIELA Network, a Philippine-U.S. women’s solidarity organization working against the trafficking of women, including the mail-order bride industry, the colonial imposition of prostitution on Third World women and the role of the IMF/World Bank/WTO in creating a global sex trade. She is currently the international spokesperson for the Purple Rose Campaign Against the Sex Trafficking of Filipinas and Filipino children. General admission is $10, $8 for seniors, students, SCC faculty and staff, and $4 for SCC students with College ID and children 14 and younger. 

SCC FOUNDATION COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
Tuesday, November  9 at 7:00 am in the Grand PUB Ballroom
Mark your calendars for the 7th annual SCC Foundation Community Breakfast to honor several of our community partners and the SCC Alumni of the Year.  Tickets are $40 per person.  RSVP to Lynn Yaw at lyaw@shoreline.edu by Nov. 1. Proceeds from the breakfast will be used to benefit SCC students.

DISABILITY MOVIE: "WITHOUT PITY"
Monday, November 1 from 3:00 - 4:30 pm in the PUB, Room 958 near the cafeteria
This documentary is narrated by late Christopher Reeve about the struggles and successes of seven individuals with disabilities in their determination to be self-sufficient.
 

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

Day at a Glance

Thursday, October 21, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

ADMINISTRATOR-IN-CHARGE
Vice President Beverly Brandt will assume the A-I-C responsibilities on Thursday, October 21, and Friday, October 22.  You can reach Brandt at ext. 4532 or via Michele Foley at ext. 4552.

JAVA APPLET WORKSHOP
Thursday, October 21, 1:30–3:00pm, Room 4214
Come see what you can do with Java Applets in your web pages for your face-to-face and distance learning courses.  We will brainstorm how these techniques might help students in various disciplines ranging from art to math to engineering.  For samples (mostly done by others) involving text, color, sound, and graphs, click here.   Please reserve your space by contacting Distance Learning (dl@shoreline.edu or x 6966).   Instructor:  John Taylor, Math Department.

CLOTHESLINE PROJECT
Wednesday - Friday, October 20 - 22, PUB, 900 Bldg Stage
The Clothesline Project is an interactive art display designed to promote awareness around issues of domestic violence. People who have experienced domestic violence, and those who care about them, hang shirts that they have decorated to speak to their individual experiences. Shirts then become part of a permanent collection, each new year of shirts adding on to the last. For more information please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

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

GET OUT AND VOTE
Monday, November  1 at 8 am-1 pm in the Pagoda Union Building
On Monday November 1, the Student Body Association will be holding a Get out and Vote celebration. It will take place inside the Pagoda Union Building from eight AM until one PM. The End, a local radio station, will be parked in front of the Pagoda Building helping to promote voting as well to give away free prizes to students. Campaign Representatives will be present and speaking at the celebration. The Hip-Hop club will be holding an open MC. The Black Student Union will be performing skits and the Film club will be showing shorts films. The Rainbow Club, Action 4 Change, the Worldly Philosopher's Club, and other campus groups and individuals are also planning tables, workshops and events. Our main goal is to have as many participating clubs as active as possible sharing on policies and initiatives that directly affect students at large. We would greatly appreciate your assistance in promoting the e!
 vent to your students on November 1. If you have any questions or would like participate, please contact Megan Ballock at X6996.

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

THE SCC COMBINED FUND DRIVE CAMPAIGN IS IN MOTION
The Combined Fund Drive allows Washington State employees and public agency retirees to improve their world, their state and their communities by making it easier for them to support charitable organizations.  Employees may ask for a one-time only or regular paycheck withdrawal to be made and send to the agency of their choice.  Donations may also be sent directly to an agency.  This Campaign, in its 20th year, is one of the largest in the country.  You will receive more information from your CFD representative in the next day.

You may also want to check out online giving, a new feature of this year's campaign.  Go to the CFD website and follow their links.  It's quite simple!  If you have any questions, please contact Marci Riedinger at mriedinger@shoreline.edu.

WINTER QUARTER SUPPLY ORDER
Monday, November 22
Those of you who are responsible for ordering supplies for your department should send your WINTER QUARTER ORDERS to Dawn Azure, Bookstore General Merchandise Buyer, the week of November 22nd. The reward for your effort is an ADDITIONAL 10% discount on this order.

Day at a Glance

Wednesday, October 20, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

2004 REGIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE SPONSORED BY SEATTLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
October 20-22, Vancouver, BC
At the request of the State Board, President Holly Moore and Sr. Executive Kae Peterson will travel to Vancouver to participate in the 2004 Regional Leadership Conference sponsored by the Seattle Chamber of Commerce.  This conference will focus on the collaboration and partnerships needed to make the four-county region more conducive to economic vitality and a high quality of life.

The conference will examine the most important driver of the future economy: the "research industry." Leaders will review the public policies and civic activities needed to maintain the research base currently in the region and what is needed to expand this sector.  Education is a critical factor in the model to attract research investments to this region.  More information will be available in Net News.  Trustee Jeff Lewis will also attend the conference on behalf of Shoreline Bank.

ADMINISTRATOR-IN-CHARGE
Vice President Carol Henderson will serve as Administrator-in-Charge today beginning at noon.  Henderson can be reached at ext. 4651. Vice President Beverly Brandt will assume the A-I-C responsibilities on Thursday, October 21, and Friday, October 22.  You can reach Brandt at ext. 4532.

WATER SHUT OFF NOTICE
On Wednesday (October 20, 2004), the water service for the 1700 and 1800 classroom buildings and the Library (4000 Building) will be shut off for about one hour from 2:00-3:00 p.m. This shut-off is required as part of the ongoing construction work on the campus water main.  Please make note of the locations and time of the shut-off, so you can make alternative arrangements for restroom use during this time period.  Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this construction period

JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Wednesday, October 20, 10am -12:30pm
PUB Canteen
The annual Japanese Cultural Festive put on by the HTC Japan Hotel School students will be held tomorrow in the PUB Canteen. Come and join us and learn how to make your favorite origami shape, play a Japanese game, get your name drawn by students artists in Japanese calligraphy to take home with you. Those are just a few things you can do at the festival.  Bring your office mates, your students, or just come alone and make a friend. bzwingli@shoreline.edu

CLOTHESLINE PROJECT
Wednesday - Friday, October 20 - 22, PUB, 900 Bldg Stage
The Clothesline Project is an interactive art display designed to promote awareness around issues of domestic violence. People who have experienced domestic violence, and those who care about them, hang shirts that they have decorated to speak to their individual experiences. Shirts then become part of a permanent collection, each new year of shirts adding on to the last. For more information please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

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

SAVE THE DATE - NOVEMBER 19
Please mark your calendars for our first All-campus meeting for this academic year on Friday, November 19th in the PUB Ballroom.  A number of critical issues related to communications and campus climate will be brought forward for discussion. This will be an opportunity for the campus community to provide their input and ideas on these issues and to contribute towards developing an action plan.  More information will be forthcoming closer to the meeting date.

HOLLY MOORE'S OPEN OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday, October 26, 12:30 to 2:00 pm, Room 1018
Take a mid-quarter break and stop by President Moore's office for Open Office Hours.  The door stays open, everyone is welcome--and all topics are open for discussion!  See you Tuesday!!

PRESENTATION:  GOSPEL MUSIC
Tuesday October 26, 8:30-10:10am, Room 818
Presented by Phyllis Byrdwell, director of the Mt. Zion Baptist Gospel Choirs and the University of Washington Gospel Choir. Participants in this session learn about the history of gospel music in the U.S. and a song, too.  For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

VIDEO:  "THE STRENGTH TO RESIST:  BEYOND KILLING US SOFTLY"
Monday, October 25, 12:30-2:00pm, Canteen/958
This documentary examines the image of women in advertising and the messages that dominate the media.  Young women and leading authorities in the fields of gender studies, violence against women, and media literacy speak about practical solutions and the best tactics for reclaiming our culture.  For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

"GLOBAL EYES" SERIES - IN SEARCH OF THE GIANT MACAWS OF THE AMAZON BASIN
Tuesday, October 26, 3:00-4:00pm, Room 1102
Traveling from Lima to Cusco, the Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and on to the Peruvian Amazon, Don McVay (Emeritus Biology and Zoology Professor) and his wife Sandi will share photos of their recent adventures.  The McVays’ presentation will include stories about Peru and their research project on the large Macaws (Scarlet, Red and Green, and Yellow and Blue) at the Tambopata Research Center.  Staff, students and faculty are encouraged to attend!

SERVING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Friday, October 22, 1:30 – 2:30pm, Room 1102
Kim Thompson, director of Special Services, and Rosemary Dunne, manager of the Community Integration Program, present information and practical tips for accommodating students with disabilities.  They will also speak to the rights and responsibilities of professionals in education as related to state and federal disabilities laws.  Workshop will include both presentation and time for Q & A.  Facilitated by Dunne and Thompson, M.S.W.

"SMART" CLASSROOM TRAINING
Friday, October 22, 12:30-1:30pm, Room 2925
Now that Shoreline has many classrooms equipped with media and other equipment, including several “SMART” classrooms, have you wondered how to get the training needed to effectively utilize these learning tools?  If so, this workshop is for you.  Presenter is Larry Cheng, Library Media Center.

ARTSTOR: THOUSANDS OF IMAGES FOR INSTRUCTIONAL USE
Tuesday, October 26, 12:30-1:30pm, Room 4214
ARTstor is a non-profit initiative, founded by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, with a mission to use digital technology to enhance scholarship, teaching and learning in the arts and associated fields.  Their aim is to assemble image collections from across many time periods and cultures that will, in the aggregate, have sufficient depth, breadth, and coherence to support a wide range of educational and scholarly activities. The collection includes a repository of hundreds of thousands of digital images drawn from different sources, such as museums, archaeological teams, photo archives, slide collections, and art reference publishers. Most importantly, the tools to actively use those images are included in the database. Instructors from a wide variety of disciplines will find this a most valuable resource. Presented by Tom Moran, librarian, Leslie Potter-Henderson, librarian and Mary Wills, art history.

JAVA APPLET WORKSHOP
Thursday, October 21, 1:30–3:00pm, Room 4214
Come see what you can do with Java Applets in your web pages for your face-to-face and distance learning courses.  We will brainstorm how these techniques might help students in various disciplines ranging from art to math to engineering.  For samples (mostly done by others) involving text, color, sound, and graphs, click here.   Please reserve your space by contacting Distance Learning (dl@shoreline.edu or x 6966).   Instructor:  John Taylor, Math Department.

LETITIA PAGE RECITAL
Friday, October 22, 12:30pm, Room 818
Vocal student Letitia Page presents a full recital on Friday, October 22 at 12:30 p.m. in room 818.  The program will consist of works by Handel, Mozart, Schubert, Fauré, Debussy, Bowles, Bernstein and Creston.  This is a wonderful opportunity for Letitia to perform in front of an audience before her San Francisco recital during Thanksgiving vacation.  She will be accompanied by Dr. Charles Enlow.  We welcome the campus community to this event.

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

THE SCC COMBINED FUND DRIVE CAMPAIGN IS IN MOTION
The Combined Fund Drive allows Washington State employees and public agency retirees to improve their world, their state and their communities by making it easier for them to support charitable organizations.  Employees may ask for a one-time only or regular paycheck withdrawal to be made and send to the agency of their choice.  Donations may also be sent directly to an agency.  This Campaign, in its 20th year, is one of the largest in the country.  You will receive more information from your CFD representative in the next day.

You may also want to check out online giving, a new feature of this year's campaign.  Go to the CFD website and follow their links.  It's quite simple!  If you have any questions, please contact Marci Riedinger at mriedinger@shoreline.edu.

WINTER QUARTER SUPPLY ORDER
Monday, November 22
Those of you who are responsible for ordering supplies for your department should send your WINTER QUARTER ORDERS to Dawn Azure, Bookstore General Merchandise Buyer, the week of November 22nd. The reward for your effort is an ADDITIONAL 10% discount on this order.

Day at a Glance

Tuesday, October 19, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

COLLEGE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 19
Tuesday, 2:00 to 4:30pm, Building 1000 Board Room
The regular meeting of the Shoreline Community College Council will be held today, October 19, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Board Room.  Click here for an agenda or click "governance committees" on the menu to the left of DAAG to access the Council's web page, which includes all previous agendas and meeting summaries. Questions, call Michele Foley at ext. 4552.

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

FACULTY CONTRACT IS NOW RATIFIED
At a special meeting of the Board of Trustees on Monday, October 18, 2004, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted to ratify the contract between the Board and the Shoreline Community College Federation of Teachers, Local 1950, AFT WA/AFT/AFL-CIO, effective July 1, 2004, through June 30, 2007.

Paul Burton, Chair of the Board of Trustees, commented that he was particularly pleased with the increased allocations for training for faculty, noting that learning is lifelong.  He thanked the members of both negotiations teams for their fine work.

Holly Moore and Carol Henderson thanked the faculty members on the negotiations team who were in attendance, Karen Kreutzer and Donna Wilde.  In addition, Ken LaFountaine, past president of the Federation and member of the negotiations team for a number of contracts was recognized for his service on an issues team for this contract.

JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Wednesday, October 20, 10:00 a.m.-12:30p.m
Canteen in the PUB
Tomorrow is the annual Japanese Cultural Festive put on by the HTC Japan Hotel School students. Come and join us in the Canteen and learn how to make your favorite origami shape, play a Japanese game, get your name drawn by students artists in Japanese calligraphy to take home with you. Those are just a few things you can do at the festival. Bring your office mates, your students, or just come alone and make a friend. bzwingli@shoreline.edu

FLEXIBLE BENEFIT OPEN ENROLLMENT
Monday, October 18, 1015 rm
Enrollment is now open for the 2005 Flexible Benefit Plan. Take advantage of this opportunity to set aside non-taxed money for your health expenses not covered by insurance. Examples are deductibles, non covered dental expenses, co pays and certain over the counter medications. Please remember - If you participated in 2004, you must re-enroll in order to participate in 2005. Contact Colleen Higbee at chigbee@shoreline.edu or ext 4510 for enrollment materials.

MAIL ROOM REMINDER!
A reminder to everyone concerning postage costs; the postage cost for bulk mailings, business reply, insufficient postage and returned for incorrect address mail is charged back to the originating department. The mail room can work with you on cleaning and certifying your mailing lists to save you time and money. This is an excellent option for all mail, not just bulk mailings. If you have questions please call John at 6933.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PROGRAM
Friday, October  22, 1:00 - 2:00pm, 1402rm
Need to add more to your long term savings and lower your taxable income? Stacie Rundell from the Washington State Deferred Compensation program will explain the Deferred Compensation program in rm 1402. Please e-mail Colleen Higbee chigbee@shoreline.edu. We would like to get an estimate of number of attendees. Stacie will be available for individual appointments after the presentation.

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

THE SCC COMBINED FUND DRIVE CAMPAIGN IS IN MOTION
The Combined Fund Drive allows Washington State employees and public agency retirees to improve their world, their state and their communities by making it easier for them to support charitable organizations.  Employees may ask for a one-time only or regular paycheck withdrawal to be made and send to the agency of their choice.  Donations may also be sent directly to an agency.  This Campaign, in its 20th year, is one of the largest in the country.  You will receive more information from your CFD representative in the next day.

You may also want to check out online giving, a new feature of this year's campaign.  Go to the CFD website and follow their links.  It's quite simple!  If you have any questions, please contact Marci Riedinger at mriedinger@shoreline.edu.

WINTER QUARTER SUPPLY ORDER
Monday, November 22
Those of you who are responsible for ordering supplies for your department should send your WINTER QUARTER ORDERS to Dawn Azure, Bookstore General Merchandise Buyer, the week of November 22nd. The reward for your effort is an ADDITIONAL 10% discount on this order.

NEW PICNIC TABLES CREATE GREAT SPACE FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF
Thanks to a discovery by Susan Hoyne and Libby Fiene, new outdoor spaces for students and staff have been created.  Facilities has placed 20 tables where people can sit and study, eat, or just visit in various locations across campus. These tables are all made from recycled products.  Several of them are ADA accessible.  They were paid for from capital site improvement funds that were ready to lapse back to the state. 

STREAMING VIDEO AND AUDIO OVER THE INTERNET
Sounds cool doesn’t it?  Well it is, BUT it’s not for everyone.  Why?  Because we only have enough bandwidth to support a few simultaneous streams before they start to have an impact on other campus users.  For more information Please see the TSS intranet site.

WOMEN'S CENTER AND MDEC FALL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
The Women’s Center and the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center invite you to follow the link to our Fall schedule of activities and events.  

2004-2005 BUDGET IS NOW AVAILABLE ON FMS QUERY
As of Friday, October 8th, the FMS Query has been updated with the 2004-05 operating budgets.  Your budget balance is now current and will be maintained as usual.  If you have any questions, please call Holly Woodmansee at x6955.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO COUNT THE HOMELESS
Volunteer counters are needed to help conduct a One Night Count of the Homeless on Friday morning, October 22nd between 2:30 am and 5:00 am. The purpose of the count is to document the extent of the problem and thereby assist local governments and non-profit agencies in obtaining and targeting resources to help eliminate the problem of chronic homelessness. We are hoping to have a SCC team of four-six people. Please contact Lindsey Legaspi at llegaspi@shoreline.edu if you are interested.

Day at a Glance

Monday, October 18, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

AUTOMOTIVE PRESS EVENT - POSTPONED
Monday, October 18, 1:30pm, Automotive Bldg
The reception to celebrate the grant to be received by the Automotive Department today has been postponed due to a travel conflict with the Deputy Secretary of Labor. We apologize for this change in the schedule, and look forward to rescheduling the event. If you have any questions, please contact Judy Yu at jyu@shoreline.edu.

SCC's BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, October 18, 11:00am -2:10pm, Board Room
Please see the agenda for this meeting, which includes, at the conclusion of the meeting, an action item to ratify the Agreement By and Between the Board of Trustees of Shoreline Community College, District Number VII and the Shoreline Community College Federation of Teachers, Local No. 1950, WFT/AFT/AFL-CIO.

VIDEO:  TOUGH GUISE:  VIOLENCE, MEDIA & THE CRISIS IN MASCULINITY
Monday, October 18, 12:30-2:00pm PUB, Canteen/958
Facilitated by Kevin Miller from Men's Network against Domestic Violence. Tough Guise looks systematically at the relationship between the images of popular culture and the social construction of masculine identities in the United States in the late 20th century.  In this innovative analysis, Jackson Katz argues that some of the guises offered to men (rugged individualism, violence) come loaded with attendant dangers to women, as well as other men.

BENEFIT OPEN ENROLLMENT BEGINS OCTOBER 18
Open enrollment begins  October 18 and continues through November 30 for the following benefit plans:  Medical/Dental, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,  Dependent Care Assistance.  Open Enrollment is in process on the GET (guaranteed tuition program).  For more information please contact Colleen Higbee at chigbee@shoreline.edu, ext 4510.

SHORELINE/LFP ARTS COUNCIL BEGINS READERS THEATER
Monday, October 18, 7pm, Shoreline Center, Ballinger Room
The Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Arts Council begins its 2004-05 Readers Theater Series with "Gwen and the Green Night," a play written for TV, next Monday, October 18th.  The screenplay was written by Seattle native, Robin McCall.  The Shoreline Center is located at 18560 - 1st Ave. NE in Shoreline.  Admission is free.  For more information, call 206.417.4645 or visit www.shorelinearts.net.

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

COLLEGE COUNCIL MEETING OCTOBER 19
Tuesday, 2:00 to 4:30pm, Building 1000 Board Room
The regular meeting of the Shoreline Community College Council will be held tomorrow, October 19, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the Board Room.  Click here for an agenda or click "governance committees" on the menu to the left of DAAG to access the Council's web page, which includes all previous agendas and meeting summaries. Questions, call Michele Foley at ext. 4552.

CLOTHESLINE PROJECT
Wednesday - Friday, October 20 - 22, Pub 900 bldg Stage
The Clothesline Project is an interactive art display designed to promote awareness around issues of domestic violence. People who have experienced domestic violence, and those who care about them, hang shirts that they have decorated to speak to their individual experiences. Shirts then become part of a permanent collection, each new year of shirts adding on to the last. For more information please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

PRESENTATION: "DATING VIOLENCE 101"
Thursday, October 21, 11:30am-12:20pm, RM 1803
Facilitated by AP ADVICE (Asian Pacific Americans against Dating Violence Involving Community Education)
Trained Teen Peer Advocates from AP ADVICE provide support and information on topics including healthy relationships, dating violence, safety planning, and issues related to gender roles and oppression. For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

PANEL PRESENTATION: "AIDS 101" and "LIVING WITH HIV"
Thursday, October 21, 9:30-10:20am; 10:30-11:20am, Canteen/958rm
Sharing her personal experience, the presenter gives firsthand knowledge of what she has learned and how she, her family and friends cope with this disease and dedicate their time to educate others and advocate for those affected by it.

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

THE SCC COMBINED FUND DRIVE CAMPAIGN IS IN MOTION
The Combined Fund Drive allows Washington State employees and public agency retirees to improve their world, their state and their communities by making it easier for them to support charitable organizations.  Employees may ask for a one-time only or regular paycheck withdrawal to be made and send to the agency of their choice.  Donations may also be sent directly to an agency.  This Campaign, in its 20th year, is one of the largest in the country.  You will receive more information from your CFD representative in the next day.

You may also want to check out online giving, a new feature of this year's campaign.  Go to the CFD website and follow their links.  It's quite simple!  If you have any questions, please contact Marci Riedinger at mriedinger@shoreline.edu.

WINTER QUARTER SUPPLY ORDER
Monday, November 22
Those of you who are responsible for ordering supplies for your department should send your WINTER QUARTER ORDERS to Dawn Azure, Bookstore General Merchandise Buyer, the week of November 22nd. The reward for your effort is an ADDITIONAL 10% discount on this order.

NEW PICNIC TABLES CREATE GREAT SPACE FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF
Thanks to a discovery by Susan Hoyne and Libby Fiene, new outdoor spaces for students and staff have been created.  Facilities has placed 20 tables where people can sit and study, eat, or just visit in various locations across campus. These tables are all made from recycled products.  Several of them are ADA accessible.  They were paid for from capital site improvement funds that were ready to lapse back to the state. 

JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Wednesday, October 20, 10:00am -12:30pm, Canteen
Come join with the HTC Japan Hotel School students in their annual cultural fair. Try on a kimono, get your name written in calligraphy, make origami, see martial arts demonstrations and more.  Everyone at SCC is welcome.  Drop by.

STREAMING VIDEO AND AUDIO OVER THE INTERNET
Sounds cool doesn’t it?  Well it is, BUT it’s not for everyone.  Why?  Because we only have enough bandwidth to support a few simultaneous streams before they start to have an impact on other campus users.  For more information Please see the TSS intranet site.

WOMEN'S CENTER AND MDEC FALL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
The Women’s Center and the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center invite you to follow the link to our Fall schedule of activities and events.  

2004-2005 BUDGET IS NOW AVAILABLE ON FMS QUERY
As of Friday, October 8th, the FMS Query has been updated with the 2004-05 operating budgets.  Your budget balance is now current and will be maintained as usual.  If you have any questions, please call Holly Woodmansee at x6955.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO COUNT THE HOMELESS
Volunteer counters are needed to help conduct a One Night Count of the Homeless on Friday morning, October 22nd between 2:30 am and 5:00 am. The purpose of the count is to document the extent of the problem and thereby assist local governments and non-profit agencies in obtaining and targeting resources to help eliminate the problem of chronic homelessness. We are hoping to have a SCC team of four-six people. Please contact Lindsey Legaspi at llegaspi@shoreline.edu if you are interested.

CAMPUS SALON FALL QUARTER SPECIALS
Are you dye-ing to replicate the colors of fall in your hair??? We have the perfect special for you. All color applications using Tressa Color Products are 1/2 off all quarter. (This offer good while supplies last). Try a foil, cap frost, or all over color and feel the radiance of Fall everyday. Or...try a little texture and body by receiving a perm, cut and style for only $25.00. As always, 1/2 price haircuts available on all Tuesdays this quarter. Hours this quarter: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9:45 am - 2:30 pm and Wednesday, Thursday: 12:15 - 7:00 pm. Look forward to our new location beginning January 3. Contact Debbie Mayhew at dmayhew@shoreline.edu or  x7845 for more information.

Day at a Glance

Friday, October 15, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

HOLLY MOORE'S OPEN OFFICE HOURS
Friday, October 15, 1:30 - 3:00pm, Rm 1018
Come visit President Holly Moore on Friday, October 15, beginning at 1:30 p.m. for Open Office Hours.  Mark your calendar--all staff and faculty are invited. If you can't make the 15th, the next Open Office Hours will be on Tuesday, October 26, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m.

MUSIC PERFORMANCE: JOHNNY CONGA AND ORIGINS
Friday, October 15, 10:30am-12:30pm, PUB/900 Bldg
Origins is a five-piece "folkloric" percussion group performing Afro-Caribbean rhythms with "original" routines, and a "show and tell" educational format. Afro-Caribbean drumming is melodic, rhythmic, and expressive music, consisting of collective improvisations, with form, unity, imagination and direction. This music performance has been selected in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month. For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618, epineiro@shoreline.edu or Colleen Perrault at x6951, cperraul@shoreline.edu.

WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL GAMES
Friday, October 15, 7pm, Gymnasium
Bring the family and come watch our Lady Dolphins Volleyball Team play against Skagit and again Saturday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., they play Capillano, a team from Canada.

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

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 26
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent-Child Center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trick-or-treat, but due to other events at the PCC we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing homemade. There will be about 80 children from four months to six years old.

SHORELINE/LFP ARTS COUNCIL BEGINS READERS THEATER
Monday, October 18, 7pm, Shoreline Center, Ballinger Room
The Shoreline/Lake Forest Park Arts Council begins its 2004-05 Readers Theater Series with "Gwen and the Green Night," a play written for TV, next Monday, October 18th.  The screenplay was written by Seattle native, Robin McCall.  The Shoreline Center is located at 18560 - 1st Ave. NE in Shoreline.  Admission is free.  For more information, call 206.417.4645 or visit www.shorelinearts.net.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

Day at a Glance

Thursday, October 14, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

WEB PREVIEW SESSIONS
Thursday, October 14, 12:00 noon - 1:00pm, Boardroom
If you are interested in seeing a preview of the new website, please stop in at any one of the sessions.  PIO will be available to demonstrate the new site, discuss some of the key issues related to transitioning the site, and receive suggestions for future development.  If you have any questions, contact Judy Yu at jyu@shoreline.edu .

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

PRESS CONFERENCE AND RECEPTION
Monday, October 18, 1:30pm, Automotive Center
President Holly Moore welcomes the Deputy Secretary of the Department of Labor and guests to campus to announce that the Professional Automotive Training Center will receive a major grant to support the expansion of auto sales and service technician curriculum and training programs.  This project will not only improve skills training for SCC students, but will be used to improve training across the nation.  Please join us this day in the Auto Center to congratulate the BAM Division.  More details to come.

PARENT CHILD CENTER'S COSTUME WALK
Tuesday, October 9am - 12 Noon, 1904rm
Well folks, it is that time again. The children from the Parent child center will be putting on their costumes and parading around campus. We know that the 26th is a little early to trike-or-treat, but due to other events at the center we are just going to start dressing up early. If you would like the children to come by so you can see them just let us know. Please email Heather at hmckenzi@shoreline.edu so we can plan our route. If you would like to have treats for the kids please make sure it is nothing home made. There will be about 80 children from 4 months to 6 years old.

MUSIC PERFORMANCE: JOHNNY CONGA AND ORIGINS
Friday, October 15, 10:30am-12:30pm, PUB/900 bldg
Origins is a five-piece "folkloric" percussion group performing Afro-Caribbean rhythms with "original" routines, and a "show and tell" educational format. Afro-Caribbean drumming is melodic, rhythmic, and expressive music, consisting of collective improvisations, with form, unity, imagination and direction. This music performance has been selected in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month. For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618, epineiro@shoreline.edu or Colleen Perrault at x6951, cperraul@shoreline.edu.

VIDEO:  TOUGH GUISE:  VIOLENCE, MEDIA & THE CRISIS IN MASCULINITY
Monday, October 18, 12:30-2:00pm PUB,Canteen/958
Facilitated by Kevin Miller from Men's Network against Domestic Violence. Tough Guise looks systematically at the relationship between the images of popular culture and the social construction of masculine identities in the United States in the late 20th century.  In this innovative analysis, Jackson Katz argues that some of the guises offered to men (rugged individualism, violence) come loaded with attendant dangers to women, as well as other men.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
Nov. 15 -19
International Education Week is a nationally recognized annual event intended to raise public awareness of global and cultural issues.  Numerous events will be held on campus including guest lecturers, symposiums, informational sessions, and entertainment. All are welcome to attend.  Contact the International Programs Office at (206) 533-6676 for more information or download a schedule of the week's events.

Day at a Glance

Wednesday, October 13, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS*******

WEB PREVIEW SESSIONS
Wednesday, October 13, 1:00 - 2:00pm, Boardroom
Thursday, October 14, 12:00 noon - 1:00pm, Boardroom
If you are interested in seeing a preview of the new website, please stop in at any one of the sessions.  PIO will be available to demonstrate the new site, discuss some of the key issues related to transitioning the site, and receive suggestions for future development.  If you have any questions, contact Judy Yu at jyu@shoreline.edu .

ESL RESOURCE FAIR
Wednesday, October 13, 6:30-8:00pm, PUB/Canteen, Rm 958
Information about local community resources as well as campus services will be available at this fair.  Representatives from Advising and Counseling, the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center, Women’s Center, Financial Aid, ESL Library Services, Parent Child Center, Campus Salon, Professional Technical Programs, Center for Human Services, TRAC Associates, Department of Public Health and the YWCA will be available to discuss their services.

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

THE SCC COMBINED FUND DRIVE CAMPAIGN IS IN MOTION
The Combined Fund Drive allows Washington State employees and public agency retirees to improve their world, their state and their communities by making it easier for them to support charitable organizations.  Employees may ask for a one-time only or regular paycheck withdrawal to be made and send to the agency of their choice.  Donations may also be sent directly to an agency.  This Campaign, in its 20th year, is one of the largest in the country.  You will receive more information from your CFD representative in the next day.

You may also want to check out online giving, a new feature of this year's campaign.  Go to the CFD website and follow their links.  It's quite simple!  If you have any questions, please contact Marci Riedinger at mriedinger@shoreline.edu.

MUSIC PERFORMANCE: JOHNNY CONGA AND ORIGINS
Friday, October 15, 10:30am-12:30pm, PUB/900 bldg
Origins is a 5 piece "folkloric" percussion group performing Afro-Caribbean rhythms with "original" routines, and a "show and tell" educational format. Afro-Caribbean drumming is melodic, rhythmic, and expressive music, consisting of collective improvisations, with form, unity, imagination and direction. This music performance has been selected in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month. For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618, epineiro@shoreline.edu or Colleen Perrault at x6951, cperraul@shoreline.edu.

SCC's BOARD OF TRUSTEES TO HOLD SPECIAL MEETING
Monday, October 18, 11:00am -2:10pm, Board Room
Please see the agenda for this meeting, which includes, at the conclusion of the meeting, an action item to ratify the Agreement By and Between the Board of Trustees of Shoreline Community College, District Number VII and the Shoreline Community College Federation of Teachers, Local No. 1950, WFT/AFT/AFL-CIO.

WINTER QUARTER SUPPLY ORDER
Monday, November 22
Those of you who are responsible for ordering supplies for your department should send your WINTER QUARTER ORDERS to Dawn Azure, Bookstore General Merchandise Buyer, the week of November 22nd. The reward for your effort is an ADDITIONAL 10% discount on this order.

NEW PICNIC TABLES CREATE GREAT SPACE FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF
Thanks to a discovery by Susan Hoyne and Libby Fiene, new outdoor spaces for students and staff have been created.  Facilities has placed 20 tables where people can sit and study, eat, or just visit in various locations across campus. These tables are all made from recycled products.  Several of them are ADA accessible.  They were paid for from capital site improvement funds that were ready to lapse back to the state. 

The firm that made the tables also makes bench seat replacements.  We will discuss replacing our old benches as funds are made available in the capital process.  Please enjoy the new space. 

Day at a Glance

Tuesday, October 12, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS****

PRESENTATION: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS
Tuesday, October 12, 10:30-11:20am & 11:30-12:20pm
PUB/Canteen
Facilitated by Kevin Miller, Men's Network Against Violence
This presentation focuses on various types of violence including dating violence, bullying, or sexual violence against women. The Network exists to provide tools and motivation to assist non-violent men in ending domestic violence.  Learn ways to teach our children that strength comes from solving problems without violence.  Help to create more awareness, stronger community, individual growth, and potential for a better world for women, children, and men.  For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

CLUB ADVISOR TRAINING
Tuesday, October 12th, 2:00-3:30pm in the PUB Fishbowl
Faculty and staff club advisors who are advising student clubs are asked to try to attend one of the training sessions offered by Student Activities.  If you are unable to attend, contact Scott Saunders at ssaunders@shoreline.edu to arrange another time. Topics that will be covered include the budget processes for receiving baseline budgets, for requesting supplemental budgets, and for requesting funds from the Senate Contingency Fund; how to promote club meetings and events through the new club calendar in the PUB; the process for receiving advisor stipends; procedures for conducting food sales and bake sales on campus; procedures for conducting revenue generating events on campus; and how to manage club travel and club purchasing. Copies of the Club Advisor Manual will be available at the training, and are currently available in the Student Programs Office.

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

JAPANESE CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Wednesday, October 20, 10:00am -12:30pm, Canteen
Come join with the HTC Japan Hotel School students in their annual cultural fair. Try on a kimono, get your name written in calligraphy, make origami, see martial arts demonstrations and more.  Everyone at SCC is welcome.  Drop by.

BENEFIT OPEN ENROLLMENT BEGINS OCTOBER 18
Open enrollment begins  October 18 and continues through November 30 for the following benefit plans:  Medical/Dental, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,  Dependent Care Assistance.  Open Enrollment is in process on the GET (guaranteed tuition program).  For more information please contact Colleen Higbee at chigbee@shoreline.edu , ext 4510.

STREAMING VIDEO AND AUDIO OVER THE INTERNET
Sounds cool doesn’t it?  Well it is, BUT it’s not for everyone.  Why?  Because we only have enough bandwidth to support a few simultaneous streams before they start to have an impact on other campus users.  For more information Please see the TSS intranet site.

WOMEN'S CENTER AND MDEC FALL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
The Women’s Center and the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center invite you to follow the link to our Fall schedule of activities and events.  

ESL RESOURCE FAIR
Wednesday, October 13, 6:30-8:00pm, PUB/Canteen, Rm 958
Information about local community resources as well as campus services will be available at this fair.  Representatives from Advising and Counseling, the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center, Women’s Center, Financial Aid, ESL Library Services, Parent Child Center, Campus Salon, Professional Technical Programs, Center for Human Services, TRAC Associates, Department of Public Health and the YWCA will be available to discuss their services.

WEB PREVIEW SESSIONS
Wednesday, October 13, 1:00 - 2:00 pm in the Boardroom
Thursday, October 14, 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm in the Boardroom
If you are interested in seeing a preview of the new website, please stop in at any one of the sessions.  PIO will be available to demonstrate the new site, discuss some of the key issues related to transitioning the site, and receive suggestions for future development.  If you have any questions, contact Judy Yu at jyu@shoreline.edu .

Day at a Glance

Monday, October 11, 2004

******* TODAY'S EVENTS****

WEB PREVIEW SESSIONS
Monday, October 11, 10:30 - 11:30 am in the Boardroom
Wednesday, October 13, 1:00 - 2:00 pm in the Boardroom
Thursday, October 14, 12:00 noon - 1:00 pm in the Boardroom
If you are interested in seeing a preview of the new website, please stop in at any one of the sessions.  PIO will be available to demonstrate the new site, discuss some of the key issues related to transitioning the site, and receive suggestions for future development.  If you have any questions, contact Judy Yu at jyu@shoreline.edu .

VIDEO:  "REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES"
Monday, October 11, 12:30 - 3:00 pm, PUB/Canteen
This is the story of Ana, a first generation Mexican-American teenager living in the predominately Latino community of East Los Angeles.  Although torn between her mainstream ambitions and her cultural heritage, Ana realizes that leaving home to continue her education is essential to finding her place proudly in the world as an American and Chicana.  This film has been selected in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month.  For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951.

EVENING YOGA
Monday, October 11 at 4:30 pm in room 3011
Evening yoga is back. The class is scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm in room 3011. For more information call x6994.

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2004-2005 BUDGET IS NOW AVAILABLE ON FMS QUERY
As of Friday, October 8th, the FMS Query has been updated with the 2004-05 operating budgets.  Your budget balance is now current and will be maintained as usual.  If you have any questions, please call Holly Woodmansee at x6955.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO COUNT THE HOMELESS
Volunteer counters are needed to help conduct a One Night Count of the Homeless on Friday morning, October 22nd between 2:30 am and 5:00 am. The purpose of the count is to document the extent of the problem and thereby assist local governments and non-profit agencies in obtaining and targeting resources to help eliminate the problem of chronic homelessness. We are hoping to have a SCC team of four-six people. Please contact Lindsey Legaspi at llegaspi@shoreline.edu if you are interested.

Day at a Glance

Friday, October 8, 2004

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MUSIC DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE
Friday, October 8, 9:30 to 10:30 am, MUSIC Room: 818
Come start your day with the sound of music. SCC Music Faculty will sing play classics, light classics, and jazz - all with a dash of humor from Master of Ceremonies Jeff Junkinsmith.

TREES ARE NOT FROM MARS or REDWOOD CANOPY ECOSYSTEMS Friday, October 8, 10:30am, Room 2903
Mike (Ox) Oxman, a certified arborist from Plant Amnesty, will speak about Redwood Tree Canopy Ecosystems: Trees are not from Mars. Ox is an expert on climbing Old Growth trees, proper tree pruning practices, and will speak about the giant Redwoods and their ecosystems. Individuals and classes are invited to attend.

VARSITY SOCCER AND VOLLEYBALL
Friday, October 8, 4:00pm, Soccer Field
Come out and support your dolphin athletic teams this Friday after work. At 4:00pm the Women's soccer team plays Clackamas at the campus soccer field. Then at 7:00pm, the women's volleyball team will take on Everett in the gymnasium. Both teams are playing very well right now and they could use your support. Admission is free for all students and campus employees. kburrus@shoreline.edu

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PRESIDENT MOORE MEETS WITH STAFF IN SENATOR CANTWELL'S OFFICE
While in D.C. to attend the Internationalization Forum of Chief Academic Officers of the American Council on Education (ACE), Holly Moore paid a visit Wednesday to Washington Senator Maria Cantwell's Legislative Aide for Education, Livia Lam. During the session, President Moore discussed the pending reauthorization of the Higher Education and Perkins Technical Education Acts, linkages between Tech-Prep and the No Child Left Behind Act (federal K-12 reform legislation passed in 2001), and SCC's pending appropriation funding request for the SCC Center for Manufacturing Excellence. Additional information about this meeting and the President's DC trip will be available in Net News.

RECYCLING YOUR CORPORATE EXPRESS CATALOG
Please bring your 2004 catalog to the bookstore this week for recycling. You may pick up your 2005 Corporate Express Catalog while you are here. dazure@shoreline.edu

ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS
The Organizational Charts are available on the Intranet Website. New Format: All links on this site now point to MS Word documents instead of web pages. This will load MS Word and will make for easier printing. http://intranet.shoreline.edu/intranetcharts/ If you have questions please contact Debbie Sherman at ext. 5880 dsherman@shoreline.edu.  Note: Theses charts are always listed under Academic Divisions, Departments, Human Resources, and the Site Map on the left menu of this Day at a Glance page.

HOLLY MOORE'S OPEN OFFICE HOURS
OCTOBER 15, Friday, October Day, 1:30 to 3:00pm, rm 1018
Come visit President Holly Moore on Friday, October 15, beginning at 1:30 pm for Open Office Hours. Mark your calendar--all staff and faculty are invited. If you can't make the 15th, the next Open Office Hours will be on Tuesday, October 26, from 12:30 to 2:00 pm. mfoley@shoreline.edu

CAMPUS SALON FALL QUARTER SPECIALS
Room: 2936
Are you dye-ing to replicate the colors of fall in your hair??? We have the perfect special for you. All color applications using Tressa Color Products are 1/2 off all quarter. (This offer good while supplies last). Try a foil, cap frost, or all over color and feel the radiance of Fall everyday. Or...try a little texture and body by receiving a perm, cut and style for only $25.00. As always, 1/2 price haircuts available on all Tuesdays this quarter. Hours this quarter: Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 9:45 am - 2:30 pm and Wednesday, Thursday: 12:15 - 7:00 pm. Look forward to our new location beginning January 3....Stats forthcoming in DAAG as they happen. dmayhew@shoreline.edu or  x7845

PRESENTATION: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS
Tuesday, October 12, 10:30-11:20am and11:30-12:20pm
PUB/Canteen, 958 rm
Facilitated by Kevin Miller, Men's Network Against Violence This presentation focuses on various types of violence including dating violence, bullying, or sexual violence against women. The Network exists to provide tools and motivation to assist non-violent men in ending domestic violence. Learn ways to teach our children that strength comes from solving problems without violence. Help to create more awareness, stronger community, individual growth, and potential for a better world for women, children, and men. For more information, please contact Esther Pineiro-Hall at x6618 or Colleen Perrault at x6951. cperraul@shoreline.edu

Day at a Glance

Thursday, October 7, 2004

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CLUB ADVISOR TRAINING
Thursday, October 7 from 1:30-3:30 pm in the Fish Bowl
Tuesday, October 12th from 2:00-3:30 pm in the PUB Fish Bowl
Faculty and staff club advisors who are advising student clubs are asked to try to attend one of the training sessions offered by Student Activities.  If you are unable to attend, contact Scott Saunders at ssaunders@shoreline.edu to arrange another time. Topics that will be covered include the budget processes for receiving baseline budgets, for requesting supplemental budgets, and for requesting funds from the Senate Contingency Fund; how to promote club meetings and events through the new club calendar in the PUB; the process for receiving advisor stipends; procedures for conducting food sales and bake sales on campus; procedures for conducting revenue generating events on campus; and how to manage club travel and club purchasing. Copies of the Club Advisor Manual will be available at the training, and are currently available in the Student Programs Office.

Day at a Glance

Wednesday, October 6, 2004

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PRESIDENT MOORE TO ATTEND MEETING OF AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION
October 6-8 in Washington, D.C.
President Moore has been appointed to the Internationalization Forum of Chief Academic Officers (CAO'S) of the American Council on Education (ACE).  The Forum will engage CAO's from colleges and universities around the country in a national dialogue on the issues of internationalization and the key challenges facing leadership.  This first meeting of the Forum will focus on the formation of a network of 50 chief academic officers and increasing the knowledge among participating CAO's related to international education.  President Moore looks to expand our international transfer education in the future.  More information about this Forum will be published in Net News.

Day at a Glance

Tuesday, October 5, 2004

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COLLEGE COUNCIL HOLDS FIRST FALL QUARTER MEETING
Tuesday, October 5, 2:00 to 4:30pm, Board Room
One of three college governance committees, the College Council, will hold its first official meeting of the academic year on Tuesday, October 5, beginning at 2:00pm in the Building 1000 Board Room.  Carol Henderson will continue serving as co-chair, but first order of Council business will be to elect her co-chair, then confirm new Council members filling those positions vacated by members serving one year terms, who cycled off at the end of Summer Quarter.  Click here for a Council membership roster.  Click here for the October 5 agenda.

Day at a Glance

Monday, October 4, 2004

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AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS
During the month of October, the Women’s Center and the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center join efforts to increase awareness of domestic violence, breast cancer and HIV/AIDS.  You are encouraged to show your support and regard for people affected, be informed about the issues, and take steps to reduce the incidence of these conditions in our community.

Wear a ribbon during October.
          Purple for domestic violence awareness
            Pink for breast cancer awareness
            Red for HIV/AIDS awareness
Pick up ribbons in the Women’s Center, PUB-Room 962, the Multicultural/Diversity Education Center, PUB-Room 966 or Student Development Center, FOSS-Room 5229.

Day at a Glance

Friday, October 1, 2004

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"REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES"--FIRST FRIDAY FILM SERIES
Friday, October 1, 4:30-8pm, Room 1522
Faculty and staff are invited to view an entertaining American film directed by Patricia Cardoso in 2002.  Gourmet pizza, salad, bread, dessert and refreshments will be available.  A $5 donation is requested. A special "WELCOME" is extended to all new college employees.

Day at a Glance

Thursday, September 30, 2004

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ADMINISTRATOR-IN-CHARGE
While President Holly Moore is away from campus, she has designated the Vice President Carol Henderson as administrators-in-charge.

PHONE DIRECTORY UPDATES
Thursday, September 30
Don't forget to return those bright pink Phone Directory Update forms to Judy Yu in Room 5208.  Even if you are not making any changes to your directory listing, please send back the form.  If you did not receive a form, contact Amy Stapleton at astaplet@shoreline.edu.

FALL CLUB KICKOFF
Thursday, September 30, 10:30am - 1:30pm, PUB Courtyard/Dining Hall (if it rains)
Please join us in recruiting and encouraging participation and community involvement with Shoreline Community College's clubs. If you have questions, please contact Jamie Ardena in Student Programs at x6973.

Day at a Glance

Wednesday, September 29, 2004

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TACTC'S ANNUAL FALL PLENARY SESSION
SCC TRUSTEES & PRESIDENT HOLLY MOORE TO ATTEND
September 29, Tukwila
Shoreline Trustees Jeff Lewis, Paul Burton, Edith Loyer Nelson and Gidget Terpstra will attend the annual Trustees Association of Community and Technical Colleges (TACTC) Fall Plenary Session this Wednesday in Tukwila.  The main item on the agenda is planning for the 2005 Legislative Session.  President Holly Moore will attend this one-day session prior to crossing town to Renton Technical College to attend the September meeting of the Washington Association of Community and Technical College Presidents (WACTC), which also starts on September 29 and runs  through September 30.  For more information on the purpose and role of TACTC and WACTC, please email Michele Foley at mfoley@shoreline.edu.

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FALL CLUB KICKOFF
Thursday, September 30, 10:30am - 1:30pm, PUB Courtyard/Dining Hall (if it rains)
Please join us in recruiting and encouraging participation and community involvement with Shoreline Community College's clubs. If you have questions, please contact Jamie Ardena in Student Programs at x6973.

ADMINISTRATOR-IN-CHARGE
While President Holly Moore is away from campus, she has designated the following Vice Presidents as administrators-in-charge:

CHILDCARE AVAILABILITY
The Parent Child Center currently has space available for pre-k children 4+ during the day. There is space for children one and up in the evening. Please pass this information along to fellow workers, family, and clients. For more information or any questions, please call ext.4690. Speak to Paulette or Heather.

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"REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES"--FIRST FRIDAY FILM SERIES
Friday, October 1, 4:30-8pm, Room 1522
Faculty and staff are invited to view an entertaining American film directed by Patricia Cardoso in 2002.  Gourmet pizza, salad, bread, dessert and refreshments will be available.  A $5 donation is requested. A special "WELCOME" is extended to all new college employees.

PHONE DIRECTORY UPDATES
Thursday, September 30
Don't forget to return those bright pink Phone Directory Update forms to Judy Yu in Room 5208.  Even if you are not making any changes to your directory listing, please send back the form.  If you did not receive a form, contact Amy Stapleton at astaplet@shoreline.edu.

SPECIAL THANKS FROM THE SCIENCE DIVISION
On behalf of the Science Division, Dean Susan Hoyne would like to thank everyone who came to Shoreline Salutes. The ongoing support and help of the Shoreline College community has been outstanding, and we are very excited about the newly remodeled building and the many ways it will help students. Shoreline Salutes was a wonderful event and we are pleased the college chose to highlight the 2900 Building. Kudos to the many folks who helped with the event and all those whose numerous hours and efforts readied the building. We think you are all terrific!  

GET NET NEWS
The latest edition of news & events has been posted as of September 23rd.  Get the latest information that includes: A Welcome Back Message by President Moore, the Shoreline Parade, introduction to ABE/ESL, Kudo's, and more.

ELIZABETH HALFACRE EXHIBITS ART AT CAFE FLORA
Associate Faculty Elizabeth Halfacre's collographs and collages will be on exhibit at Cafe Flora from Sept. 28 through Nov. 7. The artist's reception will be Mon. Oct. 11 from 5 - 8 p.m.  Halfacre plans to donate 15 percent of the sales to ShareWheel/Tent City. Cafe Flora is located at 2901 E. Madison.

Open Office Hours with President Holly Moore
Friday, Oct 1, 1:30 to 3:00pm, Room 1017
Holly will be holding frequent open office hours this coming year, beginning with Friday, October 1.  Faculty, staff and administrators are all welcome to drop by--no appointment is necessary and all topics are open for discussion.  Holly's office door stays open so if you can't stop by right at 1:30, feel free to stop by when you can.  If you have any questions, please call Michele at ext. 4552 or mfoley@shoreline.edu.  Next week, check DAAG for a posting of all Holly's open office hours through Fall Quarter.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS
Get fit!  Get trim!  Check out the Intramural Sports schedule that starts on September 27.  The schedule for the Intramural classes are posted on the web. Call Movakel at x6994 for more information.

Day at a Glance

Tuesday, September 28, 2004

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