SPSCC Advance, Winter 2018

ADVANCE South Puget Sound Community College | Winter 2018

The skills you need for the life you want Winter classes begin Jan. 2, 2018

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To our community As the weather is getting colder, crisp mornings and icy air reminds us that the seasons are everchanging. Winter is the perfect time to stay inside, hold a warm mug, and hit the books.

However, not everyone is so fortunate to have shelter during these cold winter months. This is a reminder to give back to your community. A great way to help right here on campus is to contribute to the Food Pantry.

Cash donations are accepted through the SPSCC Foundation.

If you would like to donate food, please give to the Thurston County Food Bank. You can also give back by volunteering at the Food Pantry or Food Bank.

By lending a helping hand, you plant seeds of compassion and courage into our community, resulting in a thriving foundation for generations to come. Together, we can build. a brighter future for those who are on a path to creating the life they dream of, starting with their education despite adversity.

Explore the Advance. As you flip through these pages, discover more about areas of study, cultural enrichment opportunities, upcoming events, and stories of people doing great things.

We recognize you for the role you play in our community. We wish you a warm welcome to campus and we are excited to have you!

On the Cover: The SPSCC Food Pantry Brings Resources Closer to Students “I’ve done a lot of projects but this has been absolutely the most gratifying experience; being able to actually look at something that was my idea and got so much help with, it’s really just become a much bigger part than I thought it would be on this campus.” - Kate Armstrong Remarkable SPSCC alumna Kate Armstrong left a huge impact on her community and alma mater.

Starting out as an idea to create a place on campus aimed to ensure food security for students in need has since manifested into reality.

Armstrong, Student Senator of Legislative Affairs for the 2016-17 school year, was the catalyst that brought this resource to the campus community.

Armstrong was inspired by the story of a woman she met through the Washington Community Technical College Student Association program, where Armstrong was a delegate representing SPSCC for the Southwest Region.

“She told me she was living outside the school, eating through the dumpster and showering in the locker room before class. She said that 15 other students did that with her and some of them were as young as 18.

That was incredibly hard to hear. We talked as a region about establishing a pantry for our individual schools because homelessness and access to food are not isolated incidents,” said Armstrong.

Last November, Armstrong brought the on-site food pantry proposal to a Senate Meeting and it was approved. The project has taken a year to manifest and will be a great addition to helping students in need, being an accessible food source for the community. Sarah Hussain, Food Pantry Coordinator, has since taken over the project since Armstrong has graduated.

The Food Pantry is a satellite food bank supported by the Thurston County Food Bank that will be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1-4 p.m in the Student Union Building (SUB). The Food Pantry will offer free non-perishable food items, hygiene kits, and children’s books to all SPSCC students and the community. The YWCA of Olympia will provide the hygiene kits and the South Sound Reading Foundation will provide the children’s books.

More information at: spscc.edu/student-life/food-pantry

Special thanks to our partners

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Cindy Lawrence, Sophia Santos, Nausheen Kasmani, Kelly Green, Kati Sagawa, and Sarah Nelson

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Become a Student in

1. APPLY/REAPPLY

5 SIMPLE STEPS

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Multiple Locations to Serve You spscc.edu/visit

2. GET CONNECTED

Apply online or in person at the One Stop desk in Building 22, Olympia Campus or in Building 1, Lacey Campus.

There is no application fee.

3. DETERMINE FUNDING

Activate your new student email and log in to the college network. Check it daily for important messages from the College.

4. ASSESS YOUR SKILLS

Fill out the FAFSA to apply for financial aid and scholarships. Then visit the Financial Aid Portal to ensure your financial aid application is complete.

Take the College Placement Test or submit your high school or college transcripts.

Attend an optional free Test Prep Workshop before the test.

5. ATTEND ADVISING & REGISTRATION (NSAR) Sign up for NSAR 3-4 weeks before new student registration. Sign up ASAP to get an early shot at registering for the classes you want.

PAY TUITION & FEES

Olympia Campus 2011 Mottman Road SW, Olympia 360-596-5200 State-of-the-art learning facilities in a beautiful forested setting.

GET HELP

spscc.edu/pay-for-college Missing the tuition due date can mean missing out on the classes you want— even if you're already registered. Make payments online or set up a payment plan.

spscc.edu/visit Need help with any of these steps? Attend an Admissions Information Session at either campus location to get an overview of these steps and take a campus tour.

Get one-on-one help by contacting our Admissions Outreach Team at outreach@spscc.edu or 360-596-5440.

Why Your Family Should Consider

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KATE ARMSTRONG, TUMWATER HS & SPSCC GRADUATE 2017 Kate is currently studying political science at Western Washington University. She will be using her experience with creating the pantry to assist WWU with the start-up of their own food pantry in the next few months.

In the meantime, she is working with Compass 2 Campus, a program to partner mentors with K-12 students to help increase retention rates.

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High Schools Winter 2018

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Lacey Campus 4220 6th Avenue SE, Lacey 360-709-2000 Conveniently located across from the Lacey Transit Center.

Tuition

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Online Online and hybrid courses mean that we’re always close to home.

* Fees & text book costs not included

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AREAS of STUDY

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Arts and Communications Art ● Communication Studies ● Drama ● English ● Film ● Music ● Philosophy ●

Certificate

Applied Degree

Transfer Degree

AAS**

AA/AS* Bachelor’s Degree

Automotive, Welding, and Manufacturing Advanced Manufacturing ● ● Automotive Technology ● ● Welding Technology ● ●

Business, Finance, and Office Administration

Accounting ● ● Business ● Business Administration ● ● ● Economics ● Entrepreneurship ● Financial Services ● Office Technology & Administration ● ● Human Resources ●

Cultural Studies

Anthropology ● Geography ● History ● Humanities ● International/Intercultural Studies ● Languages ●

Food, Beverage Arts, and Hospitality Baking & Pastry Arts ● Culinary Arts ● ● Craft Brewing & Distilling ●

Government, Public, and Non-Profit Administration

Criminal Justice ● Fire & Emergency Services Technology ● Pre-Law ● Paralegal ● ● Political Science ●

Career Healthcare

Allied Health ● ● ● Dental Assisting Technology ● ● Medical Assisting ● Medical Billing & Coding ● Pre-Medicine ● Naturopathic Medicine ● Nursing ● ● Nutrition ● Physical Therapy ● Pre-Veterinary Medicine ●

Information Technology

CAD/BIM ● ● ● Computer Network Administration ● ● Computer Programming ● ● Computer Science ● Database Management ● ● Information Technology Support ● ●

Pre-College & ESL Adult Basic Education English as a Second Language (ESL) GED High School 21+ (HS Completion) I-BEST

Science, Engineering, and Math Architecture ● Astronomy ● Biology ● Botany ● Chemistry ● Earth Science ● Engineering ● Environmental Science ● Geology ● Math ● Oceanography ● Physics ●

Social Services and Education Early Childhood Education ● ● ● Education ● Physical Education ● Psychology ● Sociology ● Social Work ● ● Certificate options ● **AAS: Associate in Applied Science ● *AA: Associate in Arts (transfer degree) *AS: Associate in Science (transfer degree)

Student Services

Access Services | Admissions | Advising | Athletics | Career Exploration | Childcare (on-campus) | Counseling | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Center | Financial Aid | Library | One Stop | Online & Hybrid Classes | Outreach | Running Start | Student Clubs & Campus Life | Scholarships | Start Here Desk | Student Computing Centers | Study Abroad | Testing Center | Tutoring & Learning Support | Transfer Services | Veterans & Military Benefits | Workforce Transitions South Puget Sound Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and Title IX compliance inquiries: Chief Human Resources Officer, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA, 98512, 360-596-5361.

SPSCC publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Access Services Office at 360-596-5306.

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PAYING for COLLEGE

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SPSCC awards more than 12,000 scholarships and grants to students each year, totaling nearly $10 million! Ensure you take these steps to get the funding you need.

COMPLETE THE FAFSA Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov starting on October 1 for the following school year. List SPSCC as your school.

Our School Code is 005372.

CHECK PORTAL FOR NEEDED INFORMATION Be sure that you’ve provided everything necessary to process financial aid. Visit your Financial Aid Portal to find out if anything else is needed from you. spscc.edu/financial-aid

MAKE YOUR DEADLINES Completed financial aid applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Submit applications by the deadlines to be notified of your financial aid eligibility before tuition is due. Apply early and check on your status at the Financial Aid Portal.

APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS In 2016-17, the SPSCC Foundation awarded 350 scholarships and grants totaling over $450,000. Information about Foundation and external scholarships can be found at spscc.edu/scholarships.

PREPPING FOR COLLEGE IN WINTER 2018 Complete FAFSA starting Oct. 1, 2017 Apply ASAP or by April 2018 (recommended) FAFSA priority deadline March 15, 2018 Apply for Foundation scholarships Feb. – May 2018 Register for fall classes starting May 21, 2018 Textbooks available for purchase Aug. 20, 2018 Tuition & fees due Aug. 28, 2018 First day of class Sept. 17, 2018

UPCOMING DATES & DEADLINES Nov. 1, 2017 Last day for winter quarter registration is Jan. 3, 2018 Spring quarter registration starts Feb. 14, 2018 Apply for scholarships by May 4, 2018

2017-18 TUITION & FEES Number of Credits

Washington Resident

Non-Washington Resident, US Citizen

Non-Resident, International

1

$105.17

$118.89

$282.17

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$525.85

$594.45

$1,410.85

12

$1,155.86

$1,294.50

$2,940.26

15

$1,312.10

$1,452.90

$3,118.10

Students repeating a course after the third time will be required to pay the full cost of the course (Non-Resident, International rate) for any additional repeat attempts regardless of their residency.

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Technology Fee: ABE, Parent Coop, ESL, GED $10.00 per quarter All Other Students $35.00/quarter (1-9 credits) $45.00/quarter (10+ credits and Running Start students) Student Building Fee: All students $6.00 per credit (all credits)

Matriculation Fee: All students $20.00 per quarter Course Fees: Listed in class schedule if required.

Associated Student Programs Fee: Running Start students $5.00 per credit (up to $50 max.)

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COMMUNITY & BUSINESS Cultural Enrichment & Entertainment

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Open to the Public

Corporate & Continuing Education (non-credit)

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spscc.edu/entertainment Art Exhibitions Dance Performances Lectures Music Concerts Sporting Events

Clipper Café

Volleyball Tournament: Dig Pink

Automotive Repair The Bake Shop Career Support Catering Clipper Café Dental Clinic Facility Rentals Percival Restaurant Students-for-hire Welding Work

spscc.edu/cce Creative Arts Food & Drink Health & Fitness Home & Garden Personal Interest Professional Development Technology & Computers Professional Testing Travel & World Languages Center for Business & Innovation Customized Training & Consulting

Lacey Campus

Winter Athletics Home Games Schedule 2017-18 Men’s Basketball

Women’s Basketball

12/1 6 p.m. vs. Olympic 1/13 3 p.m. vs. Green River 1/17 8 p.m. vs. Centralia 1/24 8 p.m. vs. Lower Columbia 1/27 3 p.m. vs. Tacoma 2/1 8 p.m. vs. Highline 2/17 3 p.m. vs. Pierce 2/28 8 p.m. vs. Grays Harbor

11/17 6 p.m. vs. Portland 11/18 1 p.m. vs. Clark 11/29 6 p.m. vs. Pacific Uni. JV 12/3 4 p.m. vs. Everett 12/5 6 p.m. vs. George Fox JV 1/13 1 p.m. vs. Green River 1/17 6 p.m. vs. Centralia 1/24 6 p.m. vs. Lower Columbia 1/27 1 p.m. vs. Tacoma 2/7 6 p.m. vs. Highline 2/17 1 p.m. vs. Pierce 2/28 6 p.m. vs. Grays Harbor

All games listed are played at home in the gym on the Olympia Campus. For more information on the latest schedule and results, visit spsccathletics.com FB @spsccathletics Twitter @spscc_athletics Instagram @spsccathletics

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Mark Your Calendars!

Drama Goodnight Desdemona (Good Morning Juliet) Nov. 16, 17, 18, 2017 at 7 p.m; Nov. 19, 2017 at 2 p.m.

Choir Fall Concert Dec. 1, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.

Orchestra Fall Concert Dec. 2, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.

The Gallery A History of Violence Oct. 30 - Dec. 8, 2017 "The Personal is Political" Fine Art Postcard Exhibition Jan. 2 - Feb. 2, 2018

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NOTEWORTHY

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Foundation’s Annual Experience Gala For the first time in SPSCC history, $500,000 will be given out in scholarships throughout the 2017-18 school year to enhance student success.

Elected officials, local donors, community businesses, and more joined together on Oct. 7, 2017, for an evening of celebration focused on the future success of our students.

The annual scholarship fundraiser had its second consecutive most successful year in a row.

"To those who joined us for a night of opening doors of opportunity for students, thanks for being a key to student success," said Tanya Mote, Executive Director of the College Foundation.

For sponsorship inquiries, please call 360-596-5430 or visit spscc.edu/foundation

Guests at The Experience celebrating student success

SPSCC's second recognition as one of the Top 150 community colleges was announced by the Aspen Institute.

The ranking places SPSCC in line for the 2019 Aspen Prize awarded every two years, the nation's signature recognition of high achievement and performance among America's community colleges.

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History Professor, Social Science and Business As a Navy veteran, Eric Chase was able to see how politics influenced the world first-hand.

He continued his education at The Evergreen State College, since then he has been teaching for 17 years as an adjunct faculty member at SPSCC, with additional teaching experience at local high schools, The Evergreen State College, and Saint Martin’s University. During his time at SPSCC, Chase has been co-faculty advisor for the successful BRICK club at SPSCC. The club increased community knowledge on how to organize political campaigns successfully, use community resources, and empowered students to create a better world. Chase is passionate about Native rights and is an Olympia Film Society volunteer.

INSPIRED by SPSCC: Amanda Howard

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Recognizing New Faculty: Eric Chase

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Amanda Howard bounced back from life’s challenges during her freshman year of college and found out that her passion for education was in her reach all along. Amanda graduated with an AA from SPSCC in 2016. She then transferred to Saint Martin’s University to get a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. Currently, she is completing her last semester as a junior.

Amanda first started her college career at Central Washington University.

Unfortunately, she had to withdraw due to her battle with an eating disorder.

She moved home and began outpatient treatment while attending SPSCC. Since then, Amanda has recovered and has been in remission for over three years. SPSCC English Professor Nancy Miller is one of Amanda's memorable influences, “I learned a lot about myself. Nancy had me dig deeper into writing my own story.”

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UPCOMING ARTIST & LECTURE SERIES 2017-18 Tamika Mallory: MLK Banquet

Anat Cohen Tentet Dec. 4, 2017 at 7 p.m.

Jan. 13, 2018 at 6 p.m.

Activist Tamika Mallory is a champion for social justice and leader in grassroots campaigns involving gun violence, women’s rights, and police violence. Mallory was co-president for the worldwide Women’s March protest in 2017, the largest single day protest in U.S. history. Mallory will be the keynote speaker for SPSCC’s annual banquet, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy.

Tanya Tagaq Feb. 2, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

Kip Fulbeck May 17, 2018 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets on sale now! spscc.edu/ALSeries

SOUTH PUGET SOUND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

ARTIST & LECTURE 2017 18 SERIES

Anat Cohen, clarinetist and saxophonist, is well known for her charming and charismatic stage presence. As a professional musician, Cohen infuses Brazilian jazz, traditional and modern jazz flow, samba and choro, and improvisation to craft an upbeat experience full of energy. She will be performing accompanied by a tentet.

SPSCC/TESC Jazz Band will open.