The International Student Leaders present the annual Halloween Party! Put on your costumes* and join us for a night of food, fun, games, and music. Open to all current Shoreline students.
*Please keep costumes appropriate; culturally appropriative or vulgar costumes may not be allowed. Weapons, real or fake, are not permitted. Large bags and backpacks will be checked at coat check on site.
While working alongside nursing students at the Universidad de las Américas (UDLA) in Quito, Ecuador, Shoreline College student Serena Wilber noticed some differences between nursing practices in Ecuador and the United States. Nurses in Ecuador, for example, often cared for more patients and had less access to advanced medical technology than their American counterparts. Yet despite the contrasts, what stood out were the similarities.
“Although nursing practice can look very different depending on the country and available resources,” said Serena, “the importance of teamwork, adaptability, communication, and compassionate patient-centered care remains universal.”
This past June, Serena was one of several nursing students who gained firsthand experience with global healthcare and nursing education through a Shoreline College study abroad program called Social Determinants of Health in Ecuador.
The program was developed in 2023 with funding from a State Department IDEAS grant (Increase & Diversify Education Abroad for Students), which supported the creation of a short-term, faculty-led study abroad experience addressing a United Nations Sustainable Development goal. This trip focused on the goal of Good Health & Wellbeing.
Designed specifically for nursing students, the program provides an international learning opportunity that fits within their demanding schedule of coursework and clinical training.
“We really tailored the program to be accessible to nursing students and also relevant to their academic and professional goals,” said Colleen Ferguson, Associate Director of Global Learning and Engagement at Shoreline College.
While the program is restricted to nursing students, it is not limited to students at Shoreline College. The program is open to nursing students throughout the region, and, since its launch, participants have included students from Olympic College and the University of Washington Bothell. Organizers hope participation will continue to expand.
“My goal is to make this a statewide opportunity for nursing students,” said Colleen.
The program’s central focus is to understand how social, economic, geographic, and cultural factors influence health outcomes. For this, Ecuador provides a compelling case study.
“The students are going to Ecuador because Ecuador made a conscious decision to change accessibility to healthcare in their country,” said Colleen. “And they were shockingly successful.”
Ecuador’s improvements are indeed impressive. Over the past two decades, they have dramatically improved the effectiveness of their healthcare system, earning international recognition for their progress. In a global ranking of healthcare efficiency, Ecuador moved up from 111th place to 20th in only 14 years.
Students explore this success story from multiple angles. They attend lectures, tour simulation facilities, and spend time learning alongside their Ecuadorian peers at UDLA. Participants also learned about traditional healthcare practices from a local healer; joined a physician on a rural healthcare brigade bringing care to communities without local clinics; and met with patients, families, and staff at a childcare center for children with Down Syndrome.
“I really enjoyed working with toddlers with Down Syndrome and taking part in a discussion with their parents,” said Shoreline student Molly Tibbott. “I could tell how much effort the parents give their children to create a brighter future for them.”
Alongside these experiences, students also visited several cultural and natural points of interest, providing additional context and insight into the unique challenges of delivering healthcare in Ecuador. For many participants, the trip provided a new perspective on their chosen career.
“I have a deeper appreciation for what it means to advocate for the vulnerable populations we work with, the power we have as healthcare professionals in making change for our communities and being creative in addressing the challenges and barriers our patients face in accessing care,” said nursing student Bimmy Kaur.
Given that Ecuador and the United States both face challenges related to economic inequality and disparities between urban and rural healthcare access, the experiences gleaned by participants in this program provide new perspectives, and possibly new solutions, to those challenges here at home.
“The healthcare experience I gained from this trip was eye opening,” said Molly. “To any nursing students considering the trip to Ecuador, I would say to go and see for yourself what there is to be learned from the culture, the history, and the people.”
The Social Determinants of Health in Ecuador program runs every summer, and scholarship are available to offset the cost. Interested students can visit the program webpage to learn more and find out about upcoming information sessions.
We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC)!
Competing among more than 1,200 of the top business students from around the world, our delegation of 12 students—each a top competitor from the Washington State DECA Conference—represented our college with professionalism, determination, and excellence. Every student competed admirably on the international stage, demonstrating the strength of their preparation and their commitment to excellence in business and leadership.
We are especially excited to recognize our finalists in three highly competitive categories:
Advertising Campaign
Team: Sonia Gunawan, Sienna Gunawan, and Clairren Rusli
Marketing Communications
Team: Yan Clarabel Poon and Jui-Yen (Ris) Hung
Digital Marketing Strategies
Team: Yan Clarabel Poon and Jui-Yen (Ris) Hung
Earning finalist honors at ICDC is a significant accomplishment and reflects countless hours of preparation, creativity, and strategic thinking. These students have not only showcased their talent but have also elevated the reputation of our college on a global level.
Please join us in congratulating all of our competitors for their hard work and success—we are incredibly proud of each of you!
With spring quarter underway, we’re excited to begin sharing details about our upcoming Commencement celebration.
Commencement is an opportunity for Shoreline students who have completed their studies to celebrate their accomplishments with family, friends, faculty, and staff in a formal ceremony at the end of the school year.
This year’s Commencement ceremony will take place on Thursday, June 18, 2026
WHEN: 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Shoreline College Gymnasium (building 3000)
The ceremony will also be live streamed for those who are unable to attend in person.
All students who have fulfilled their graduation requirements between Fall 2025 and Summer 2026 are eligible to participate in the 2026 Commencement Ceremony. Make sure you’re prepared by completing a Graduation Application and signing up to participate in Commencement.
Is there a student or faculty member that should be recognized for their contributions, growth, or positive impact? We invite you to nominate a graduating student for the Shoreline Student Service Award, or a graduating student or faculty member to serve as The Shoreline Commencement speaker. Self-nominations are welcome!
Nominations may be submitted using this form and should be received by April 9, 2026.
Please remember that Seattle is hosting two FIFA World Cup matches the same week as our Commencement ceremony. If you know of anyone coming from out of town, encourage them to book hotels early and plan for increased traffic throughout the week.
We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievement of our DECA students at the recent state competition! Out of 21 students who competed, an incredible 18 earned top honors by placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in their respective events – a remarkable accomplishment that reflects their hard work, dedication, and professionalism.
DECA is an international organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management through competitive events and real-world business experiences. Participation in DECA allows students to apply classroom learning in dynamic, practical settings while developing critical leadership and career readiness skills.
We are thrilled to see our students excel at such a high level and represent our college with excellence.
Congratulations to all of our competitors!
The top 12 students have been chosen to represent Shoreline College at the National Convention in Louisville, KY in April. Those students are Sienna Gunawan, Mirado (Milo) Andriambololona, Clairren Rusli, Sonia Gunawan, Edmund Haryono, Myokia Faithe Lim, Phoebe Michelle Tatawidjaja, Clarabel Poon, Chelsea Chandra, Jui Yen (Ris) Hung, Emmett Choi, and Vincent Vo.
We’re looking for student leaders and storytellers!
Help us celebrate the Shoreline College Class of 2026 by nominating a student or faculty member to serve as this year’s Commencement speaker and for the Student Service Awards.
The Washington Community College study abroad program in Dublin is your ticket to extraordinary adventure. Explore, learn, and grow in Dublin, the lively capital city of the Emerald Isle.
Intro to Fiction – Haunted Dublin: The Gothic in Irish Literature This course asks, why have some of the greatest, most chilling gothic works come from Dublin writers? Using Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray and Bram Stoker’s Dracula, we’ll visit the haunts of these authors, both physical and creative, to understand Dublin’s haunted past.
ENGL&101/102, English Composition I or II– Knowing the Song: Dublin’s Music as Gateway to Understanding
This split-level rhetoric and composition course will use the music of Dublin to understand place.
Humanities Special Topic: Irish Life and Culture
Make the most of your time in Dublin and get emersed in your new home with this required course which will explore a different theme of Irish Life and Culture each week, from Irish history and politics to Irish language, sports, music, dance, food and drink, and much more!
Close out our Lunar New Year week of celebrations at Lunar Fest, hosted by the International Student Leaders! Play trivia, try traditional paper cutting, and learn about your Chinese zodiac animal! Stick around for the lion dance at 4:00!
Celebrate Lunar New Year with us at the Lunar New Year Night Market!
This event is open to all students, staff, and community members who want to experience cultural performances, traditional games, food booths, and interactive activities from different Asian cultures.
Come enjoy music, performances, snacks, and a lively market atmosphere while learning about Lunar New Year traditions and connecting with the campus community.
The Fall Quarter, 2026 study abroad program in Dublin is your ticket to extraordinary adventure. Explore, learn, and grow in Dublin, the lively capital city of the Emerald Isle. Endless opportunities await you!
Both your classes and housing will be in Dublin city center, making it easy to discover the city’s unique neighborhoods and famous sites on foot. Classes will be held at the Goethe-Institute, which is located on the historic Merrion Square, and the student residence will most likely be on the northern side of the river Liffey, near to O’Connell Street. Study Irish literature, composition through Irish music, and Irish life and culture in this 15-credit study abroad program.
