Join us in celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month on Wednesday, May 22, from 5 PM to 8 PM at our Shoreline CC Theatre!
Enjoy cultural performances by the Tibetan Association of Washington, Seattle Kokon Taiko, and more! Explore resource information from various vendors and savor delicious offerings from food trucks like Seattle Poi Company, Taste of Samoa, Momocha, and others.
The Filipino-American Students & Allies (FASA) student club invites all Shoreline CC faculty and staff to join in the fun and festivities as we celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with our students.
Come sing your heart out and dance the afternoon away! Karaoke will be set up in the Asian & Pacific Islander Student Center (APISC), Room 1305, on May 22, from 2 PM to 4 PM. Don’t miss out on the excitement!
Date: Wednesday 5/22/24
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
Location: Asian & Pacific Islander Student Center, Room 1305
Shoreline Community College is pleased to announce Brian Crisanto Ramos as the new Vice President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility. When asked about his new role, Brian said, “I am so thrilled and humbled to be joining the Shoreline community this summer! We have some exciting and challenging work ahead of us, but I truly couldn’t be more honored to be in community with each of you. As a graduate from our local community college system, I know firsthand the passion we bring and the impact we are going to make as we co-create a more equitable and inclusive campus for all staff, faculty, and students.” He will begin his new role on July 1, 2024.
Brian is a proud member of the Pipil, Lenca, and Mayan Nations of Manawara, often referred to as El Salvador and Costa Rica. As a son to Salvadoran refugees and a first-generation TRIO student, he is the byproduct of a resilient community dedicated to the uplifting of all people.
Ramos holds a master’s degree in Cultural Studies from the University of Washington, and also received a bachelor’s in political science from Seattle University, and an associate’s degree in political science from Edmonds College. For over ten years, Brian has served within the WA State Community College system. He began his career within student services at Everett Community College, working hands-on with students in Financial Aid and Workforce Funding. During this time, he worked to co-create and implement a new framework of equity, and thus transitioned to the Associate Director of Retention. Brian brought together various Tribal Nations and the campus community to create a space for Indigenous Students called huyadadaličəɬ, “The Place of Our Way,” where Native students were directly supported in an effort to increase Native student retention.
Most recently, he has served within the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Lake Washington Institute of Technology. In this role, he focused his work on reviewing and redesigning institutional systems through an equity lens, creating avenues to learn and grow as a campus community, providing guidance to departments, staff, and faculty on co-creating equitable changes. Brian brings a passion for relationship building and has created and fostered relationships at both Everett Community College & Lake Washington Tech with Tribal Nations, bringing Land Acknowledgements to life through accountability & actions.
Through his Indigenous roots, Brian has learned to challenge systems designed by, and for the dominant culture while maintaining himself rooted in the voices of his ever-resilient communities. Along with this, Brian is supported by an amazing fluffy white Dog named Appa, his service dog & best friend! Every week he recharges by playing board games, Magic the Gathering, and exploring new places while playing Pokémon GO.
Join us May 26th at 4 PM at Shoreline Community College Theatre for SEATTLE BLACK PANTHERS FIGHT FOR JUSTICE & FREEDOM takes a deep dive into the untold stories and remarkable achievements of the Black Panther Party’s Seattle chapter, shedding light on their tireless struggle against oppression and their unwavering commitment to community empowerment. Unveiling the truth behind the myth of the Black Panthers, offering a nuanced portrayal of their revolutionary efforts. At its core, the documentary captures the essence of the Black Panther Party’s mission: to empower marginalized communities and give voice to those who have long been silenced.
This event offers a unique opportunity to witness the resilience and determination of the Seattle Black Panthers on the big screen. It’s an evening of enlightenment, inspiration, and meaningful dialogue as we honor the legacy of those who fought tirelessly for justice and freedom. Director, Rick DuPree, will be in attendance along with one of the founding members of the Seattle Black Panther, Elmer Dixon.
This isn’t just a film screening but a community gathering with food trucks, spoken word, a meet and greet with the director, photo opportunities and much more.
Artist, educator, and global agitator Anida Yoeu Ali will present a hybrid performance/talk and visual experience on themes of transnationalism, otherness, and belonging. The presentation will also include poetry, videos, and images from her current exhibition. Specifically, her work offers an opportunity to create from a place of joy and resilience without the need to mine from her own family trauma and painful histories. Coming off the energy and astounding public and press reception of her history-making solo exhibition Hybrid Skin, Mythical Presence at Seattle Asian Art Museum (on view until July 7, 2024).
How can the body be presented as both content and context? Performance both conveys and constructs identity and culture. Human beings are continuously performing complex intersections of multiple identities, often shifting between dimensions of various identities and cultural influences. This workshop is intended to stimulate dialogue on transnationalism and creativity through the medium of performance. Without requiring much in material needs, performance art is one of the most accessible means for contemporary artists to create unique works. Participants will develop performances unique to their body, stories, experiences and various spaces they inhabit.
Please join us on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 5:30-7:30pm in the Main Dining Room of Building 9000 (PUB) for an enlightening and artistic evening with Matika Wilbur, A National Geographic Explorer, and 2023 International Photography Hall of Fame Visionary Award Winner. She will be leading a talk entitled: “Changing the Way We See Native America: Dismantling Native American Stereotypes.”
Matika Wilbur is a critically acclaimed social documentarian and photographer from the Swinomish and Tulalip Peoples of coastal Washington. Project 562, a crowd-funded initiative to visit, engage, and photograph people from over 562 sovereign Tribal Nations in North America, is her fourth major creative venture elevating Native American identity and culture. She co-hosts the All My Relations podcast with Dr. Adrienne Keene as a platform that invites guests to delve into subjects facing Native peoples today and explore the connections between land, non-human relatives, and one another. She has offered over 300 keynotes at such places as Harvard, Yale, Berkeley, Google, TED Talks, and the National Education Association. She is a National Geographic Explorer. https://iphf.org/inductees/matika_wilbur/
We hope that you can join us at 5:30pm on Thursday May 16th for this very special event.
How can the body be presented as both content and context? Performance both conveys and constructs identity and culture. Human beings are continuously performing complex intersections of multiple identities, often shifting between dimensions of various identities and cultural influences. This workshop is intended to stimulate dialogue on transnationalism and creativity through the medium of performance. Without requiring much in material needs, performance art is one of the most accessible means for contemporary artists to create unique works. Participants will develop performances unique to their body, stories, experiences and various spaces they inhabit.
Join us in the library for a poetry workshop and reading from award-winning poet Vincent Rendoni. Food will be provided.
The workshop/reading will take place:
Tuesday 5/14/24
Time: 3:00-5:30pm
Location: Library Building, 4212
Please note that the workshop will be conducted during the first hour and then the author will read his own work and that session will move to Room 4237 for the 2nd hour.
In today’s world, being prepared and confident in your ability to protect yourself is more important than ever. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our upcoming Self-Defense Workshops, designed to equip you with essential skills and techniques to stay safe and secure in any situation.
Date: Across 4 days in May
Tuesday, May 7th
Thursday, May 9th
Tuesday, May 28th
And/Or Thursday May 30th
Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Location: APISC, Rm 1305
Cost: Free
Led by seasoned self-defense experts, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn practical strategies for personal safety in a supportive and empowering environment. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, there’s something for everyone. Let’s take a proactive stance towards personal safety and empowerment! Stay safe, stay strong, and see you at the workshop!
