When was the last time you cried? Was it because you were sad? Or happy? Overwhelmed, or frustrated? Maybe from relief or from pride? Was it in public or in private? Did you feel better afterwards, or worse? The reasons that we cry—and the circumstances in which we shed a tear—are often surprising and beautiful. Sad Happens is a collective, multi-faceted archive of tears that captures the complexity and variety of these circumstances.
We would like to invite students to participate in sharing some stories behind their own tears to share in a moment of emotional catharsis and self-care that encourages people to embrace their vulnerabilities. The goal is to discover connection, healing, even humor through this community building experience.
We are asking students to submit roughly 200 to 400 words that share an experience of crying (tears of joy, tears of sadness, happiness, etc.). That said, we’re happy to include a couple sentences if that’s what you want to write, and now and then, maybe someone wants to go longer.
An event asking for student and community participation is being planned for the evening of April 24, 2025.
What is the benefit of participating?
Student participation at this event includes the writing and sharing (optional) of their own stories alongside the writers and artist of “Sad Happens,” a great public resume opportunity for students!
Submitted stories will be published in a zine building activity hosted by the artist with personalized illustrations that students can take home after the event.
Following the event, a book signing opportunity will take place.
Copies of Sad Happens will be available for review in the Ray Howard Library!
How to submit: Submissions can be emailed directly to Gallery Director zmazur@shoreline.edu.
Due date for submissions is April 9, 2025. Any requests to remain anonymous will be respected.
We have some exciting news to share with you! Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal will visit Shoreline Community College for a “Fireside Chat” on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM in the 9000 Building’s Main Dining Room.
As Shoreline’s Congressional Representative for Washington’s 7th District, Congresswoman Jayapal will share insights about her background, her work in Congress, and her efforts on behalf of Washington State. She will also take questions from our community, creating an opportunity for meaningful dialogue.
This event is a chance for us to discuss Shoreline’s needs, learn how we can collaborate, and explore ways to support her work.
Elected in 2016, Congresswoman Jayapal is now serving her fifth term in Congress. She is the first South Asian American woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and one of only two dozen naturalized citizens currently serving. She is a Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement and also serves on the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the House Budget Committee. To learn more about her work, please visit her website.
This is a wonderful opportunity for Shoreline, and we hope you’ll join us. A big thank you to the WAVES Center for helping to organize this important conversation. Please help spread the word!
SCC students are invited to attend the Spring Club & Resource Fair on Thursday, April 10 from 1-3pm in the PUB Main Dining Room (9215).
Students can stop by, grab a snack, and learn about different student clubs and campus offices/programs and the resources and services that they offer!
For more information, e-mail studentlife@shoreline.edu.
Current students are invited to grab a snack and relax before finals during this quarter’s Relaxation Stations. Join A&E and Student Life during the following days & times for a variety of activities:
Weds. 3/12 | 2pm-4pm | PUB 9208
Activities include: Slime making, paint by numbers, 3D puzzles, scratch art, cookie decorating, and hot beverage station.
Thurs. 3/13 | 12pm-2pm | PUB 9208
Activities include: Tile magnets, nano tape bubbles, perler beads, poke-in art, and a s’more bar.
After the Saturday production of Nine to Five join us for a FREE IMPROVISATION SHOW! Doors open at 9:30 PM with the show starting around 10:00 PM. Tons of laughs and audience participation!
Join us for the second of two lectures presented by Ana Celis:
Natural & Cultural Heritage of the Yucatan Peninsula
In a highly interconnected world, it is important to consider the history and values of the local communities where we travel. This lecture will present a grassroots approach to preserving the world’s largest underwater cave systems and its connections with the natural and cultural heritage of the Yucatán Península (México).
Ana Celis holds a bachelor’s degree in Archaeology from Universidad Veracruzana, and a master’s degree in Coastal Oceanography from Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, México.
As a fellow at the Smithsonian in Panama, Ana developed a strong sense of commitment to create positive social impacts through her profession. She has worked for nonprofits, government agencies and the private sector in the areas of subterranean ecosystem conservation, cave archaeology and groundwater quality monitoring. Ana currently serves as director and founder of Karst Lab México. She provides consultancy services for ecosystems conservation and sustainable development in indigenous and urban-sprawl communities. She collaborates with Western Kentucky University and Mammoth Cave National Park to strengthen U.S.-México partnerships in Cave and Karst Science.
Ana is also a Professor at Universidad del Caribe, working to reduce the gender gap in STEM for marine science.
As a Humphrey Fellow at UC Davis for the 2024-25 academic year, Ana is broadening her network and knowledge with U.S. partners about coastal and groundwater resource management, and best practices to reduce gender gaps in science.
Join us for the first of two lectures presented by Ana Celis:
Environmental Studies of Caves & Karst Terrains
Subterranean ecosystems, such as caves, cover only 19% of the terrestrial surface and therefore their ecological role is overlooked. This lecture will highlight the environmental and scientific values of cave and karst ecosystems and their relevance in global conservation discussions
DATE: Monday, 3/3/2025
TIME: 1:30 – 2:25pm
PLACE: PUB Quiet Dining Room
About Ana K. Celis
Ana Celis holds a bachelor’s degree in Archaeology from Universidad Veracruzana, and a master’s degree in Coastal Oceanography from Universidad Autónoma de Baja California, México.
As a fellow at the Smithsonian in Panama, Ana developed a strong sense of commitment to create positive social impacts through her profession. She has worked for nonprofits, government agencies and the private sector in the areas of subterranean ecosystem conservation, cave archaeology and groundwater quality monitoring. Ana currently serves as director and founder of Karst Lab México. She provides consultancy services for ecosystems conservation and sustainable development in indigenous and urban-sprawl communities. She collaborates with Western Kentucky University and Mammoth Cave National Park to strengthen U.S.-México partnerships in Cave and Karst Science.
Ana is also a Professor at Universidad del Caribe, working to reduce the gender gap in STEM for marine science.
As a Humphrey Fellow at UC Davis for the 2024-25 academic year, Ana is broadening her network and knowledge with U.S. partners about coastal and groundwater resource management, and best practices to reduce gender gaps in science.
Current students are invited to attend the last workshop in the winter Dolphin Development Series which will focus on Career Exploration & PathwayU! Join Megan Tucker from the Career Center and learn about how to incorporate your strengths and interests in potential career opportunities!
DATE: Wed. 2/26
TIME: 1:30 – 2:30 PM
PLACE: PUB 9208
Attendance at each DDS workshop will enter students for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card. Those who attend 3 or more workshop will receive a certificate.
For more information, e-mail studentlife@shoreline.edu.
