Shoreline Community College has partnered with an organization called Vector Solutions to provide online training for our students and staff.
You may have received an email from them this week asking you to complete a short online course called “Sexual Assault Prevention for Community College.” All students are highly encouraged to complete this training.
The training provides important information to support the wellbeing of our campus community, and to help students maintain compliance with the college’s Student Conduct Policy, which expressly prohibits sexual harassment, intimidation, and violence.
If you received an email from Vector Solutions, please take a moment to review their message and complete the assigned training by June 30, 2025.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our Title IX and EEO Coordinator, Liam O’Connor, at loconnor@shoreline.edu.
Shoreline Community College is proud to officially introduce Dalila Paredes as the new Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Transfer (STEM-T). She brings to this role over a decade of experience in STEM education, and more than eight years of higher education leadership.
Dean Paredes holds an M.S. in Chemistry, a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry from West Texas A&M University, and an A.S. from Seward County Community College. She centers her work on creating inclusive and equitable learning environments, drawing strength from her intersecting identities and lived experiences, including overcoming gun violence and food and housing insecurity. These experiences fuel her passion for educational access and success for all students, especially those from marginalized communities.
When asked about her feelings on stepping into the role, Paredes shared, “As a first-generation, queer, Mexican-Indigenous Latina leader in STEM, I carry the strength and wisdom of my ancestors and the dreams of future generations. It is my life’s mission to reflect the rich diversity of our communities and ensure that others have greater opportunities than I did in my journey. I’m honored to be part of King County’s growing STEM community and to serve as a thought partner in building innovative, equitable pathways to high-paying, family-wage careers, because representation matters, and equity is how we cultivate sustainable change.”
Prior to joining Shoreline, Paredes served as MESA Director (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) at Clark College, where she expanded support systems for underserved STEM students, and built meaningful partnerships with faculty and community organizations. She has also served as a distinguished faculty member for biology and chemistry at Amarillo College, Clark College, and Lower Columbia College, where she developed and led culturally inclusive curricula across multiple STEM disciplines.
Since stepping into the interim Dean of STEM role at Shoreline in 2022, Paredes has led with vision, empathy, and accountability; supervising over 50 faculty and staff and supporting more than 850 full-time equivalent (FTE) STEM students, managing over $9 million in STEM budgets, and stewarding millions of dollars in NSF grant funding. Her strategic priorities include expanding interdisciplinary STEM programs, championing culturally inclusive curricula, and aligning academic offerings with workforce needs and innovation.
A committed practitioner of shared governance and decolonizing education, Paredes is dedicated to uplifting the voices of those most often unheard. Her leadership is grounded in transparency, collaboration, and a strong belief in the transformative power of education.
Outside of work, Dalila enjoys spending time with her family outdoors. She also shares her home with two dogs and a cat and channels her creativity through woodworking and leathercrafting.
You’re Invited—Celebrate 60 Years of Shoreline with Us!
We’re turning 60—and you’re invited to the party!
Join Shoreline Community College on Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 3:00–7:00 p.m. for a special 60th Anniversary Open House Celebration. It’s our way of saying thank you to the students, alumni, staff, faculty, and community members who’ve made Shoreline what it is today.
This free, family-friendly event will have something for everyone:
Live performances and films from students
Interactive demonstrations around campus
Drop-in pickleball and basketball recreation opportunities
Short, engaging mini lectures on a wide variety of topics led by our amazing faculty members
Opportunities to learn about different areas of the college, apply, and register for classes
Light refreshments as well as food for purchase from local food trucks
Raffle prizes, giveaways, and more!
Founded in 1964, Shoreline Community College has served thousands of students from across the U.S. and more than 65 countries. With over 100 academic and professional/technical programs, the College continues to be a hub for inclusive learning and student success.
We’ll be celebrating six decades of learning and growing together—while looking ahead to an even brighter future. Whether you’re a longtime Shoreline supporter or are stepping onto campus for the first time, we invite you to reflect on our past, engage with our present, and be inspired for what’s next. Come celebrate with us!
RSVP by May 5th to let us know you’re coming—and bring a friend!
The spring quarter deadline to apply for graduation has been extended!
Because we want to be sure all graduates are able to get their graduation application submitted, we have extended the deadline through the end of the month.
The Updated Graduation Application Deadlines are:
Spring Quarter: May 1, 2025.
Summer Quarter (for students who DO want to walk in the 6/20 Commencement Ceremony): May 1, 2025.
Summer Quarter (for students who DO NOT want to walk in the 6/20 Commencement Ceremony): July 9, 2025.
If you expect to graduate at the end of either spring or summer quarter, please follow the steps to Appy for Graduation. This will ensure that your degree or certificate is posted to your transcript and your diploma is issued.
Graduates who want to take part in the Commencement Ceremony, please visit our Commencement Page where you can sign up to participate and order your cap & gown.
If you need help determining your graduation timeline, please contact your advisor in the Advising Center. International Students, please contact International Advising.
You may notice these new signs popping up around campus, marking areas as public or restricted:
Some offices on campus handle confidential student and employee information. As part of our commitment to student privacy, we’ve placed signs around campus to clarify which areas are open to the public.
Nothing has changed in terms of student access – our public areas and student services remain open and available to you. We’re simply taking this extra step to ensure the privacy and security of our student and employee records.
If you have any questions or need help navigating campus, please don’t hesitate to ask!
Just a reminder: we’re seeking your feedback about changing the name of our college from Shoreline Community College to Shoreline College, and the deadline to vote is near.
We’ve put together a brief survey that outlines some of the key reasons people support or oppose the change and asks for your vote.
This survey closes at8:00 a.m. tomorrow, Thursday, April 24, 2025.
Further analysis of the plumbing issue in Bldg 5000/FOSS has identified additional impact from the use of the Women’s Locker Room in Bldg 3000/Gym. While the College continues to work on a fix for the plumbing issue, please see the following directions:
Bldg 5000/FOSS remains through closed TODAY, Tuesday April 22, 2025
Student services located in FOSS can be reached online or by phone. Please view our Contact Us page for information on frequently contacted offices.
In-person appointments scheduled for today will be switched to online.
Women’s Locker Room in Bldg 3000/Gym is closed TODAY, Tuesday April 22, 2025
While no impact is anticipated to PE classes at this time, students utilizing the fitness room should note the women’s showers/bathrooms are not available for use.
Please plan for another update to be made to campus no later than 4:30pm today (Tuesday, April 22, 2025).
If you don’t have a Shoreline ID card yet, mark your calendars – our next ID card event is coming up next week!
Current students, staff, and faculty can get an ID card made during the following hours:
4/22, 8:30am – 4:30pm and 5:00pm – 7:00pm
4/23, 8:30am – 4:30pm and 5:00pm – 7:00pm
4/24, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Just stop by the FOSS (5000 Building) Welcome Desk to pick up a number and get in line to take your photo! Please come prepared with your ctcLink number and a Photo ID (such as a driver’s license or passport).
We want to be sure everyone has an opportunity to submit nominations for Commencement Speakers and the Student Service Award, so we have extended the deadline to April 16!
It’s your last chance to submit your nominations for:
2025 Student Commencement Speaker
2025 Faculty Commencement Speaker
2025 Student Service Award
This is a great opportunity to recognize a graduating student or a faculty member for their contributions, achievements, or positive impact.
Use this form to submit your nominations. Self-nominations are welcome!
Submissions are due by Wednesday, April 16th.
This year’s Commencement Ceremony will take place on Friday, June 20, 2025. Please visit our Commencement Page for more information.
