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Washington State Community and Technical Colleges

F IELD GUIDE 2011-2012

A “college-for-all” system is bornWashington’s first junior college started in 1915 in Everett when 42 students began a one-year college program on the top floor of Everett High School. By 1941 eight junior colleges were operating in Washington, all locally administered and locally funded, with a combined enrollment of 1,000 students.

State support for two-year colleges was provided for the first time by the 1941 Legislature. The act restricted the number and location of junior colleges to counties having either a public or private four year institution. In 1945, junior colleges and vocational technical institutes were made a part of their local school districts and supported through their funding.

In 1961, the restrictions against expansion of community colleges were removed by the Legislature and junior colleges were designated as “community” colleges. The financing of community colleges was separated from local school districts in 1963, and in 1967 the Legislature adopted the Community College Act of 1967.

The structure of the community college system changed again in 1991 when, as part of the Work Force Training and Education Act, the Legislature amended the Community College Act of 1967 and re-designated it as the Community and Technical College Act of 1991. That Act provided for a state system of community and technical colleges separate from both the public secondary schools and four-year institutions. The act requires colleges to “offer an open door to every citizen, regardless of his or her academic background or experiences, at a cost normally within his or her economic means.”

CTC system funding—then and nowIn 1991, when the CTC system was formed, the state’s share of two-year college system’s budget averaged 85.3 percent. Today, the state’s share of the CTC system’s operating budget averages 54.8 percent.

State funding as a percentage of state and tuition funding has declined from 77 percent in 2000 to 60 percent in 2012 and is predicted to fall to approximately 58 percent by 2013.

Tuition in 1991 was $945 per year for a full-time student (15 credits per quarter). In 2000, tuition had reached $1,641 and, today, annual, full-time tuition is $3,552.

CTC’s serve three primary missions:• Transfer preparation, providing the first two years of a bachelor’s degree.

• Training (or re-training) for jobs in today’s economy.

• Basic skills for those who need to learn English and/or need to prepare for college-level coursework.

One System. 34 Colleges. Unlimited Possibilities.

October 2011

STaTe BOard fOr COmmUniTy and TeChniCal COllegeS: BOard memBerS

Sharon Fairchild, Chair, Spokane

Beth Willis, Vice Chair, Lakewood

Jim Bricker, Coupeville

Elizabeth Chen, Federal Way

Anne Fennessy , Seattle

Shaunta Hyde, Lake Forest Park

Jeff Johnson, Olympia

Erin Mundinger, Omak

Charlie Earl, Executive Director

TaBle Of COnTenTS

CTC System Highlights & Key Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Bates Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Bellevue College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Bellingham Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Big Bend Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Cascadia Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Centralia College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Clark College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Clover Park Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Columbia Basin College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Edmonds Community College. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Everett Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Grays Harbor College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Green River Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Highline Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Lake Washington Institute of Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Lower Columbia College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Olympic College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Peninsula College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Pierce College District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Renton Technical College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Seattle Community Colleges: North Seattle CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Seattle Community Colleges: Seattle Central CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Seattle Community Colleges: Seattle Vocational Institute . . . . . . . . 28

Seattle Community Colleges: South Seattle CC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Shoreline Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Skagit Valley College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

South Puget Sound Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Spokane Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Spokane Falls Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Spokane Institute for Extended Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Tacoma Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Walla Walla Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Wenatchee Valley College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Whatcom Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Yakima Valley Community College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Field Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Welcome to your field guide to Washington’s community and technical colleges. This guide features your community and technical colleges, highlighting just a few of the remarkable education programs, partnerships and innovative endeavors at each campus. Take a look inside and, as you are traveling around the state, stop in and see for yourself the good work going on every day at your 34 community and technical colleges.

A note from the field Your community and technical college system remains focused on the educational challenge of our time: Educating more people to higher levels in Washington State.

Now, more than ever, students are relying on CTCs to make a better life for themselves. And, faculty and staff are committed to their success.

a few things you should know:

• In 2007, Washington’s CTC system was ranked the fourth most-productive system in the nation when averaging completions to the state’s funding per FTE (National Center for Higher Education Management Systems, 2007).

• State funding has decreased by $1,045 per full-time student, a 21 percent decrease since FY 2008.

• At the same time state funding decreased, demand at CTCs increased, with enrollments growing by more than 18 percent.

• 330, 608 students were served in the 2010-11 academic year, the highest in the history of CTCs.

• eLearning has increased nearly 66 percent since 2008.

• Nearly 40 percent of Washington’s bachelor’s degree graduates are CTC transfer students.

• 32 percent of graduates in STEM fields began their studies at a Washington CTC.

• Nearly 30,000 people completed a CTC professional-technical degree, certificate or short-term certificate in 2009-10. A majority (75%) got jobs within 6-9 months of finishing their training and most CTC graduates (91%) stay and work in Washington, giving back to the state’s economy.

• For every state dollar invested in CTCs, $1.70 in tax revenues is returned to the state.

• For every dollar students invest in Washington’s CTCs, they receive a cumulative $5.90 in higher future income over the course of their working careers.

• At career midpoint, CTC graduates earn an average $49,000 annually, which is 35 percent more than those with just a high school diploma.

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CTCs: Getting people back to work“Weakness in the demand for goods and services is the principal restraint on hiring, but structural impediments in the labor market--such as a mismatch between the requirements of existing job openings and the characteristics of job seekers--appear to be hindering hiring as well.”

Douglas Elmendorf, Director, Congressional Budget Office, Sept. 13, 2011.

Washington employers have well-paying job openings right now and need well-trained workers to fill them. Your community and technical colleges work with industry leaders to develop and refine professional-technical training programs to prepare workers with the skills necessary to land those jobs. Despite budget cuts, in the past six months colleges have added programs in aerospace, alternative energy, business services, hospitality, healthcare, and sustainable agriculture—all critical areas of growth in Washington.

Job Placement – Nearly 20,000 students went to work in 2009-10 after completing a CTC professional-technical program. Even in the height of the recession, three out of every four CTC professional-technical graduates were employed within 6-9 months of finishing their training.

Worker retraining Program – The state-funded Worker Retraining program supports laid-off and unemployed workers who seek to retrain and get back to work. Last year (2010-11), a record 19,600 students trained for new careers through the program. Worker Retraining continues to make a significant difference in participants’ lives, with a 12 percent higher re-employment rate for completers and initial wages $2,500 per year higher than workers that didn’t go through the program.

i-BeST – Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (I-BEST) is Washington community and technical colleges’ nationally recognized program that helps individuals who are below high-school-level literacy in areas such as math, reading, writing, speaking and listening. It pairs workforce training with Adult Basic Education or English as a Second Language courses so students learn literacy and workplace skills at the same time. This dramatically reduces the traditional time it takes these students to learn critical job skills.

Earlier this year, I-BEST was named a Bright Idea by Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government and the Community College Research Center says I-BEST students are three times more likely than their peers to earn college credit and nine times more likely to earn a college credential. I-BEST enrollments have expanded to 155 programs with 3,200 students served in 2009-10, an increase of 53 percent in the last three years. All 34 colleges offer I-BEST in high demand job fields.

Opportunity grants – The Legislature created Opportunity Grants to help low-income adults train for high-wage, high-demand careers. The grant covers tuition and helps pay for books, supplies and other assistance, such as child care and transportation. Last year, 5,174 students received workforce training with the help of Opportunity Grants.

The Value PropositionStudents and community members need only imagine what their town or city would be like without their local community or technical college to understand the important role they play for individuals and the local economy. As students, parents, taxpayers, employers and citizens of Washington State, we all benefit.

Overall economic impact

According to a recent study, Washington’s 34 community and technical colleges and their former students add $11 billion annually to the state’s economy. Each year, thousands of former Washington CTC students generate more than $10 billion in labor income for the state and the colleges themselves generate more than $100 million in added tax revenues annually. For every state dollar invested in CTCs, $1.70 in tax revenues is returned to the state.

The value to students and parents

Tuition – Despite recent tuition increases due to state budget cuts, Washington CTC tuition remains below the national average for two-year college prices. Students who start at a CTC and earn a transfer or professional-technical degree can save thousands on tuition.

Transfer – In 2009-10, 19,000 students transferred from a CTC to a public or private four year college or university, collectively saving more than $100 million by choosing to start at a CTC. Starting at a CTC provides convenience and affordability for thousands of Washingtonians and the state’s Direct Transfer Agreement—now in its 40th year—offers a smooth transfer path from CTCs to public and private four-year schools.

running Start – In 2009-10, Washington families saved more than $41 million when 18,800 high school juniors and seniors took Running Start courses, which count for both high school and college credit. Nearly 1,500 seniors graduated from high school with their associate’s degree in hand, shaving two years’ time and thousands of dollars off their path to a bachelor’s degree. In all, 2,408 students transferred Running Start college credits to a public university or college.

Bachelor’s degrees close to home – Many students cannot leave their jobs or families behind to pursue bachelor’s degrees. Seven CTCs now offer eight different Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) programs—based on local demand—in areas such as nursing, radiology and imaging, management, applied design and behavioral science. In addition, bachelor’s degree programs are available on nearly every CTC campus, through on-campus University Centers or other on-site partnerships with universities.

WaShingTOn COmmUniTy and TeChniCal COllegeS: SySTem highlighTS

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51%part-time

49%full-time

35% academic/transfer

45% workforce education

13% basic skills

7% personal interest/ other

Innovations for Student SuccessStudent achievement initiative – The Washington CTC system’s Student Achievement Initiative has influenced the national discussion about community college performance measures and incentive funding. It was the first of its kind to measure and reward student progress at each of the key milestones essential to completing degrees and certificates. It improves public accountability and rewards colleges for increasing their students’ achievement levels. From 2006-07 through 2009-10, overall student achievement has increased 31 percent.

hybrid classes – Faculty members are designing and delivering “hybrid” classes (a blend of online and face-to-face instruction), which provide more flexibility for students and allows colleges to stretch the use of high demand classroom space over multiple classes at the same time. Hybrid is the fastest growing mode of eLearning. In 2008-09 more than 5,200 full-time-equivalent students took hybrid courses and last year, that number jumped to 9,775—an increase of 88 percent in just two years.

Open Course library – Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Washington Legislature, the OCL project will design and share 81 high-enrollment courses for in-classroom, hybrid or online delivery. The OCL’s overall goal to lower textbook costs to less than $30, improve course completion rates, and provide online course resources for faculty, landed it a “Most Accessible” People’s Choice Award from Education-Portal.com. Faculty developers have piloted the first 41 courses, which will be released in October 2011. Work on the remaining 40 courses will begin in January 2012. All content developed through the grant will be freely available for use by any instructor or student in the world.

Consolidated, system-wide elearning tools – Multiple tools have been implemented to provide greater consistency and ease of use for all students and faculty at a fraction of the cost of separate college purchases. Tools include, learning management software for online and hybrid classes, lecture capture, 24/7 help desk and library reference services, online tutoring, and web conferencing for all students, faculty and staff.

achieving the dream – Washington is one of 22 states participating in Achieving the Dream: Community Colleges Count, a national initiative to help more community and technical college students succeed, particularly low-income students and students of color. The nonprofit organization focuses on helping colleges gather and use data to inform resource allocation, implement effective student support programs and create quality teaching and learning experiences to improve student outcomes. Currently, 15 Washington CTCs are Achieving the Dream institutions and one (Yakima Valley CC) has been designated an Achieving the Dream “leader college.” Colleges receive grant funding from College Spark Washington to participate in this national initiative.

WaShingTOn COmmUniTy and TeChniCal COllegeS: SySTem highlighTS

Key faCTS:

Enrollment by intent (2010-11)

STUdenT PrOfile(Fall 2010 unless otherwise noted)

attendance

State-Supported enrollment:Headcount: 330,608

FTES: 161,081

enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 38,002

I-BEST: 1,709

International Students: 9,837

Opportunity Grant: 3,766

Running Start: 12,684

Worker Retraining: 13,403

ethnicity Asian/Pacific Islander 11%African American 7%Native American 3%Hispanic 13%Other, Multiracial 2%White/Caucasian 67%

genderFemale: 56%Male: 44%

median age 26.3

family and financesStudents receiving need-based financial aid (2010-11): 27%Students who work: 44%Students with children: 31%

employment rate (2008-09) 74%(within 9 months of program completion)

39% part-time

61% full-time


STUdenT PrOfile (Fall 2010 unless otherwise noted)

attendance



12% basic skills



median age 32.5


employment rate (2008-09): 69%

(within 9 months of program completion)

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BaTeS TeChniCal COllege

1101 South Yakima Avenue • Tacoma, WA 98405 • www.bates.ctc.edu President: Lyle Quasim, (253) 680-7103, [email protected]: Mike Grunwald, chair ; Theresa Pan Hosley, Calvin Pearson, Stanley Rumbaugh,

Karen Seinfeld

KBTC Public Television

Emmy-winning KBTC Public Television serves more than 3 million viewers from Southwestern Washington to Southern British Columbia. The PBS-affiliate is the only broadcast television station operating south of King County, and provides educational, international and cultural programming, and 24/7 coverage of state government and politics over three digital channels. A service of the college, KBTC has won eight regional Emmy Awards, numerous Telly and Communicator Awards, and a Community Impact Award. Additionally, KBTC provides valuable industry experience to students and interns, including those enrolled in Bates’ Audio/Visual Technology and Communication programs.

equal access for all Bates is committed to its diversity initiatives and equal access efforts. The college boasts a spacious Diversity Center that promotes an atmosphere of open communication, trust and respect, and provides students, staff and the community with a comfortable place to meet and learn about diverse cultures. Also, Bates has an active college council and a committee of community leaders dedicated to diversity initiatives. This year, the Board of Trustees adopted a policy based on a document created by the two groups. The policy promotes the interests and values of diversity with the intent to infuse diversity accountability broadly, across all institutional systems of the college.

Professional Technical Programs

For more than 70 years, Bates has provided the community with industry-relevant technical education. Today, Bates offers 53 programs in a wide range of career disciplines, and serves approximately 3,000 career training students and 10,000 more community members in programs such as Continuing Education, Home & Family Life, High School, Business & Management Training Center, and others. Our mission to inspire, challenge and educate is at the core of each program we offer, and everything we do.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1940

Service area: Pierce County

legislative districts: 2nd, 25th, 27th, 28th, 29th

Programs: 49 associate degrees, 65 professional certificates, 11 associate of applied science-transferable in 53 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Practical NurseCommercial Truck Driving-Entry Level

Fire ServiceDiesel & Heavy Equipment MechanicElectrical Construction

State-Supported enrollment:Headcount: 9,278FTES: 4,208

enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 125I-BEST: 8International Students: 2Opportunity Grant: 112Running Start: 10Worker Retraining: 453



attendance

45%full-time 55%

part-time48%academic/transfer



7% basic skills



median age 24.1




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BellevUe COllege

3000 Landerholm Circle SE • Bellevue, WA 98007 • www.bellevuecollege.edu President: Laura Saunders (interim), (425) 564-2301, [email protected]: Vicki Orrico, chair ; Paul Chiles, Marie Gunn, Steve Miller, Vijay Vashee

a leader in new and innovative programs

Washington’s leader in transfer education with nearly 1,000 students annually transferring in more than 50 interest areas.

Home of the Center of Excellence in Information and Computing Technology, a statewide resource for IT education and training, best practices, industry trends, and career events. Led a statewide consortium of 4 Centers of Excellence and 8 colleges in the development of InnovaTe Washington, a $15.8 M grant focused on preparing the IT workforce for jobs in aerospace, energy and global health;

Home of the Life Science Informatics Center and the lead college for a 10-state Health IT training consortium.

The largest provider of continuing education in the system with over 1,000 classes serving more than 20,000 students per year.

applied Baccalaureate degrees

Bellevue College was a pioneer in the state’s innovative Applied Baccalaureate efforts, offering the first degree in 2009. BC now offers degrees in Radiation and Imaging Sciences and in Interior Design. BC has applied for authority to offer a third Applied Baccalaureate, in Healthcare Technology and Management. Bellevue College serves about 120 students annually in the Baccalaureate programs.

Partnerships With the Business Community

Partnering with more than 1,800 businesses, Bellevue College works with employers to shape the workforce to meet regional needs. BC responds flexibly and creatively to business and industry’s changing requirements, training 11,000 students annually in high-demand job skills. Among the College’s long-term partners are Microsoft, Boeing, Costco and many of the region’s health care organizations.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1966

Service area: Bellevue, Issaquah, Mercer Island, Skykomish, Snoqualmie

legislative districts: 5th, 41st, 45th, 48th

Programs: Six associate transfer degree programs (with multiple areas of study); 2 non-transfer associate degree programs; and 72 professional-technical programs awarding associate degrees (21 available), certificates in credit programs (71 available), and applied baccalaureate degrees (2 available).

highest enrolled Programs:Information TechnologyBusiness and AccountingRadiation and Imaging SciencesNursingInterior Design


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 2,783I-BEST: 16International Students: 1,144Opportunity Grant: 136Running Start: 1,009Worker Retraining: 594



attendance


53% part-time

47% full-time


5% basic skills


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Bellingham TeChniCal COllege

3028 Lindbergh Avenue • Bellingham, WA 98225 www.btc.ctc.edu President: Patricia McKeown, (360) 752-8333, [email protected]: Jim Groves, chair ; Debbie Ahl, Mark Asmundson, James Cunningham, Lisa Woo

Workforce Training Excellence in workforce training at Bellingham Technical College is evidenced by 3 key factors: Ninety percent of students, graduates and employers would recommend BTC as the “go-to” institution for high quality learning and top-notch professional employees. Currently the college’s graduates have an 84 percent job placement rate in their chosen profession. And, of the 24 higher-wage programs offered in the Washington State Community and Technical College system, BTC offers seventeen! Together these factors demonstrate the powerful impact BTC has on the regional economy.

advanced manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing is one of Bellingham Technical College’s strongest program clusters. In addition to precision machining, engineering technology, welding, electronics and other manufacturing programs, BTC is the only Washington two-year public college offering degree programs in Instrumentation & Control Technology and Process Technology. Year over year, these programs boast job placement rates of 95 percent with an average starting median wage of more than $26 an hour or $54,000 per year.

allied health Bellingham Technical College ranks amongst the top 5 institutions in Washington’s Community and Technical College system for the most Allied Health programs and graduates. Our programs include registered and practical nursing, radiology technology, surgery technician, dental assisting, dental hygiene and veterinary technician plus others. Collectively these programs boast an average job placement rate of more than 90 percent.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1957

Service area: Whatcom County

legislative districts: 40th, 42nd

Programs: 35 associate degrees and 64 professional certificates.

highest enrolled Programs:NursingWeldingCulinary ArtsComputer NetworkingInstrumentation & Control Technology





median age 28.5





Enrollment by intent (2010-11) attendance



33% part-time

67% full-time


17% basic skills

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Big Bend COmmUniTy COllege

7662 Chanute Street NE • Moses Lake, WA 98837 • www.bigbend.edu President: Bill Bonaudi, (509) 793-2001, [email protected]: Angela Pixton, chair ; Mike Blakely, Katherine Kenison, Jon Lane, Mike Wren

50 years of Service BBCC is celebrating 50 years since its first classes. We originated as part of the Moses Lake school district, yet served several communities far outside of the school district limits even though we did not expand into our current district until the Community College Act of 1967. We have always provided outreach to our 15 primary communities in a 4600 square mile district.

Pilot training BBCC occupied space at the deactivated Larson Air Force Base in 1966 for its signature commercial pilot program and moved its entire campus to the site in 1975. With a fleet of 25 aircraft situated next to the taxiways of the Grant County International Airport, program graduates fly for all major commercial airlines. Our program is fully articulated with the Flight Officer baccalaureate program at Central Washington University so that our graduates never need leave Moses Lake to earn their bachelor’s degree from CWU.

local nurses Training nurses for local employment has been another on-going program since 1966. Proudly, more than 90 percent of our graduates find employment within the central Columbia Basin, filling an acute community need. Demonstrating inter-district cooperation, our nursing students gain clinical experience in facilities in neighboring community college districts where health agencies provide broad and necessary training support.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1962

Service area: Adams, Grant, and Lincoln Counties

legislative districts: 9th, 12th, 13th

Programs: 43 associate degrees and 17 certificate programs.

highest enrolled Programs:Academic TransferCommercial PilotNursingWeldingIndustrial Systems Technology





median age 23.2








51% part-time

49% full-time


15% basic skills

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CaSCadia COmmUniTy COllege

18345 Campus Way NE • Bothell, WA 98011 • www.cascadia.ctc.edu President: Eric Murray, (425) 352-8810, [email protected]: Jean Magladry, chair ; Kirstin Haugen, Louis Mendoza, Julie Miller, Roy Wilkinson

Transition math Administrators and faculty members at Cascadia Community College and the Northshore School District are beginning the third year of a jointly funded pilot project designed to prepare high school students to transition directly into college level math upon graduation. The project, the first effort of its type, establishes an integrated learning environment between secondary schools and community colleges that specifically addresses barriers to student success in mathematics. The second cohort is currently in the pipeline.

Transfer Success In terms of student achievement, Cascadia’s co-location with UW Bothell is proving successful. Cascadia transfers more of its graduates to UWB than it does to any other four-year institution. Using data collected by UWB from 2004-2009, students who matriculated from Cascadia with a two-year degree are on average earning BA’s in 2.05 years with a 3.31 GPA.

green industry Training

Cascadia’s Environmental Technologies and Sustainable Practices (ETSP) program is helping to drive the emerging green industry by developing rigorous curriculum in conjunction with regional business partners to encompass the comprehensive demands of the cutting-edge green industry. The ETSP program is designed so that students can earn a single certificate and move into the workplace or stack certificates towards an Associate in Applied Science degree.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1994

Service area: Snohomish, Northwest King County

legislative districts: 1st, 32nd, 45th

Programs: 10 associate degrees, 15 professional certificates in 7 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Academic TransferAS-T EngineeringEnvironmental Technologies and Sustainable Practices

Web ApplicationsNetwork Technology

State-Supported enrollment:Headcount: 4, 417FTES: 2,091




median age 21.7






median age 28.7




year founded: 1925

Service area: Lewis and Thurston Counties

legislative districts: 18th, 20th

Programs: 58 associate degrees, nine workforce education (professional/technical) degrees and 22 certificates in 52 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:BusinessCriminal JusticeEnergy TechnologyBusiness Office TechnologyAccounting



In addition to the campus in Centralia, the college maintains an Education Center in Morton, Wash., and operates the Garrett Heyns Education Center in the Washington State Corrections Facility in Shelton, Wash., and provides educational classes at the Cedar Creek Corrections Facility in Little Rock, Wash.





51% part-time

49% full-time


18% basic skills

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CenTralia COllege

600 Centralia College Blvd • Centralia, WA 98531 • www.centralia.edu President: James Walton, (360) 736-9391 x200, [email protected]: Margaret Sundstrom, chair ; Dr. Joseph Dolezal, Stuart Halsan,

Joanne Schwartz, Jim Lowery

new Science Center Centralia College’s Science Center is a 70,000-square foot facility with more than $1 million in cutting edge science equipment, much made available through grants awarded by the National Science Foundation. This facility, coupled with superior faculty, make this college a destination for science, technology, engineering and math majors.

STem Centralia College is proud of its approach to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education. The college has been able to place a tremendous emphasis on STEM featuring high quality faculty, a new science center, cutting edge equipment, and attractive financial aid and scholarship support made possible by a National Science Foundation grant and the Centralia College Foundation.

Kiser natural Outdoor learning lab

The college is creating its Kiser Natural Outdoor Learning Lab and is developing a block that will contain representative flora from all climatic zones within the state of Washington. The KNOLL will serve as a learning tool for students who will have exposure to the variety of trees and plants, growth rates and other biological characteristics that support their studies. The KNOLL will also serve as a community resource with lighted walking paths and explanatory markers along the path.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1933

Service area: Clark, Skamania, Klickitat Counties



highest enrolled Programs:Associate of ArtsNursingBusiness AdministrationAccountingEarly Childhood Education


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 959I-BEST: 71International Students: 63Opportunity Grant: 130Running Start: 1,170Worker Retraining: 570





51% part-time49%

full-time


12% basic skills



median age 25.4




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ClarK COllege

1933 Fort Vancouver Way • Vancouver, WA 98663 • www.clark.edu President: Bob Knight, (360) 992-2101, [email protected]: Rhona Sen Hoss, chair ; Jack Burkman, Sherry Parker, Royce Pollard, Jada Rupley

Programs & Places From nationally-recognized health sciences programs to state-of-the-art training in mechatronics and power utilities, Clark College supports economic development by providing skilled workers to meet regional demand. Clark also provides a beautiful and safe environment – from its scenic main campus to award-winning buildings such as Gaiser Hall, the Penguin Union Building, and Clark College at Columbia Tech Center, which earned Gold LEED certification.

People Clark students, faculty and staff are honored regionally and nationally for excellence. Faculty members in fields such as automotive technology, music and communications studies have been honored nationally. Clark’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the national honor society for two-year colleges, has received numerous national awards as have the students who create Phoenix, their annual art and literary publication. For two consecutive years, The Independent, our student newspaper, has earned multiple honors from their peers across Washington state.

Partnerships Our long-standing partnership with the Clark College Foundation has been vital to our efforts to maintain excellence at a time of high enrollments and state budget cuts. Clark College also partners with groups such as the Columbia River Economic Development Council and the Southwest Washington Workforce Development Council to support our regional economy. Our unique partnerships with the Washington State School for the Deaf and School for the Blind, both neighbors within Vancouver’s Central Park, provide outstanding educational opportunities for students from those schools. Our co-admissions partnerships with WSU Vancouver, Marylhurst University, Portland State University, and Concordia University – as well as our relationship with Eastern Washington University – provide seamless pathways for our students to earn bachelor’s degrees.

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58% part-time

42% full-time


10% basic skills

year founded: 1942



Programs: 35 Associate of Applied Technology degrees and 70 professional certificates in 43 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:NursingComputer & Network Information Systems Security

CosmetologyAviation Maintenance TechnicianAutomotive Technician and Human Services (Tie)





median age 33.9




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metlife foundation award – Brownfields

grant, environmental Sciences Program

Awarded the MetLife Foundation Community College Excellence Award for “Service to Communities,” Clover Park Technical College has been recognized on both state and national levels. This prestigious honor acknowledges the important work of the Brownfields Job Training Grant of the College’s Environmental Sciences Program and the successful collaboration with several community partners: the City of Tacoma, Metropolitan Development Council, and WorkForce Central.

Completion achievement

There have been dramatic increases in the number of Clover Park Technical College students receiving awards of degrees, certificates, and high school awards, which is consistent with the nation’s two-year colleges’ completion achievement targets.

aviation Programs Clover Park Technical College is a leader in the aerospace field, both nationally and internationally, with programs such as professional pilot training, aviation maintenance technology, and the leading-edge field of composites. CPTC is working hard, together with industry partners, to fill the workforce needs of the aviation-related businesses of the state of Washington and beyond.

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ClOver ParK TeChniCal COllege

4500 Steilacoom Blvd SW • Lakewood, WA 98499 • www.cptc.edu President: John Walstrum, (253) 589-5500, [email protected]: Robert Lenigan, chair ; Bruce Lachney, Mark Martinez, Mary Moss,

Shauna Weatherby

year founded: 1955

Service area: Benton and Franklin Counties


Programs: One bachelor degree, 49 associate degrees, 44 professional certificates in 50 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate of ArtsNursingDental HygieneParamedicWelding





median age 23.8








58% part-time42%

full-time


16% basic skills

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COlUmBia BaSin COllege

2600 North 20th • Pasco, WA 99301 • www.columbiabasin.edu Richard Cummins, (509) 542-4869, [email protected] Reneé Finke, chair ; Sherry Armijo, Salvador Beltran, Jr., Enriqueta Mayuga,

David (Duke) Mitchell

STem high School Three local school districts teamed with CBC to open the first Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) public high school in the state of Washington. CBC provided its own facility for Delta High School at the cost of just $1 per year. Since the college facility did not meet K-12 requirements, CBC also took the lead in the capital improvement project. CBC sees Delta High School as a key to growing our own scientists and engineers in the Tri-Cities.

nuclear Technology CBC reinstituted its Nuclear Technology program in 2009 without the aid of state dollars. The pending retirement of a generation of nuclear workers has brought the demand for a new generation of highly trained nuclear technicians to a peak.

CBC partnered with Energy Northwest, CH2M Hill, Washington River Protection Solutions, and the Department of Energy to fund the entire program and provide scholarships to students.

Bachelor of applied Science

CBC now offers a Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Management degree. This degree is not available at four-year universities and has attracted two-year degree students who are looking to move from a technical career to a managerial career, or to perhaps open their own small business. The program is particularly attractive to those with two-year terminal degrees and allows them to pursue a managerial degree. The program is expected to double in size in the 2011-12 school year.

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43% workforce education 58%

part-time

42% full-time


10% basic skills

year founded: 1967

Service area: Snohomish County

legislative districts: 1st, 21st, 32ndt, 38th, 39th, 44th


highest enrolled Programs:Associate of ArtsBusiness ParalegalComputer Information SystemsAllied Health

State-Supported enrollment:Headcount: 14, 177FTES: 6,439

enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 1,715I-BEST: 73International Students: 1,341Opportunity Grant: 133Running Start: 462Worker Retraining: 566



median age 27.5




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edmOndS COmmUniTy COllege

20000 – 68th Avenue West • Lynnwood, WA 98036 • www.edcc.edu President: Jean Hernandez, (425) 640-1515, [email protected]: Dick Van Hollebeke, chair ; Quentin Powers, Emily Yim

Sustainability Committed to thinking, teaching and living green, Edmonds Community College added sustainability to its philosophy in 2006. It includes improvements to college operations aimed at fiscal accountability such as energy efficiencies in campus facilities, community events and partnerships, and curriculum such as green jobs training in Restoration Horticulture and Energy Management. The college also has a strong service-learning program which works with 57 community partners and includes the Learn-and-serve Environmental Anthropology Field (LEAF) school (a series of Human Ecology, Anthropology classes).

STem A hub of science, technology, engineering, and math training in its community, Edmonds Community College has received 18 National Science Foundation grants. The college houses the National Resource Center for Materials Technology Education, which provides curriculum resources for materials technology nationwide, and an advanced technology lab, and operates the Washington Aerospace Training and Resource Center. It offers undergraduate science research projects and community events aimed at increasing interest in science studies. The college works to increase the numbers of women and underrepresented minorities studying science in programs such as the Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement Center, and Relationships in Science Education.

access to bachelor’s degrees

Edmonds Community College has worked with Central Washington University since 1975 to provide bachelor’s degrees locally and strives continuously to improve its model. Most recently, the college added dual admission and articulations with CWU-Lynnwood’s Bachelor of Applied Science-Information Technology degree so that students earning a two-year Associate of Applied Science-T degree in career-training programs at our college — such as Event Planning, Culinary Arts, and Energy Management — can then earn their bachelor’s degree from CWU on our campus. With an average of 5,000 students taking online classes each quarter, the college also provides access to bachelor’s degrees online via partnerships with Washington State University, Western Governors University Washington, and the University of Washington.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1941

Service area: Snohomish County

legislative districts: 10th, 21st, 38th, 39th, 44th

Programs: 11 associate degrees and 35 certificates in 95 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Nursing Business Administration (vocational)Business TechnologyMedical AssistantBusiness Administration (academic)


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 1,215I-BEST: 3International Students: 191Opportunity Grant: 81Running Start: 568Worker Retraining: 291



median age 25








51% part-time49%

full-time


20% basic skills

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evereTT COmmUniTy COllege

2000 Tower Street • Everett, WA 98201 • www.everettcc.edu President: David Beyer, (425) 388-9573, [email protected]: Betty Cobbs, chair ; Gigi Burke, Gene Chase, Tom Gaffney, James Shipman

health Sciences EvCC is the lead in a $4.8 million U.S. Department of Labor grant to train more than 700 students to become nurses and other health professionals. The college also partners with Providence Regional Medical Center, which provides funding, training, and experience for EvCC nursing students. EvCC broke ground in August 2011 on a new Healthcare Education Center, doubling the amount of space for healthcare education and providing a new home for the Providence Everett Healthcare Clinic, which provides health care to low-income patients.

Business and industry EvCC partners with business and industry to train students for in-demand jobs, working closely with Boeing and other employers. The college has also increased its corporate and professional training offerings, including its Small Business Accelerator program, which provides custom coaching to business owners with 10-15 years of experience with the goal to help owners double the size of their businesses within five years.

OrCa Thirty students graduated from EvCC’s Ocean Research College Academy in June, earning both their associate’s degree and high school diploma. All graduates are continuing to four-year schools, 70 percent in STEM fields, with grads earning more than $200,000 in scholarships. The unique program uses a cohort-based Running Start early college model with a focus on the local marine environment. The result is a high graduation rate and an exceptional transfer rate to top-tier institutions across the country.

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37% part-time

63% full-time


20% basic skills

year founded: 1930

Service area: Grays Harbor, Pacific Counties


Programs: 23 associate degrees, 18 professional certificates, in 27 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Human ServicesNursingCriminal JusticeWeldingBusiness Management





median age 27.6




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grayS harBOr COllege

1620 Edward P. Smith Drive • Aberdeen, WA 98520 • www.ghc.ctc.edu President: Ed Brewster, (360) 538-4000, [email protected]: Randy Rust, chair ; Art Blauvelt, Rebecca Chaffee, Denise Portmann,

Fawn Sharp-Malvini

ready and rapid response to economic

and workforce issues of our community

American Reinvestment & Recovery Act (ARRA) and SB 5809 funds were used to collaborate with Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council, Grays Harbor WorkSource and Centralia College to offer a two-year degree Energy Technology Program and one-year certificate program in Power Technology. Centralia offered Energy classes via Interactive TV and GHC offered support and general education classes.

For the past two years, a “second shift” of welding has been offered in the afternoons to meet demand of dislocated workers. In this session, 20 enrolled in the original program, 10 have completed all welding courses, with eight earning degrees and two earning certificates. Several more have their general education requirements to complete before being counted. The welding instructor was just named American Welding Society Educator of the Year, a nationwide distinction.

innovative forestry technology program

The instructor for this program teaches 60 percent of the time and works 40 percent of the time as forest management for the Satsop Industrial Park’s forest lands. This property serves as the ‘classroom lab’ for our Forestry students. Grays Harbor Public Development Authority funds are used for this program.

additional student support programs

that help our students succeed

Grays Harbor College Foundation awarded more than $500,000 in scholarships for the coming school year. Also the GHC Foundation provides funding for emergency loans, GED testing, childcare expenses, books and other unexpected costs of attending College. The Foundation also provided funds for Freshman Year Experience (FYE), another program designed to better orient students that are new to the college environment. In addition, GHC offers TRiO, Transitions, flexible GED courses & testing, counseling, and has been selected to become an Achieving the Dream college.

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year founded: 1965

Service area: Southeast King County

legislative districts: 30th, 31st, 33rd, 47th

Programs: 71 degrees and 81 certificates in 62 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate of ArtsAssociate of BusinessBusiness ManagementAccountingEarly Childhood EducationAir Traffic ControlCriminal Justice


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 1,329I-BEST: 30International Students: 1,593Opportunity Grant: 170Running Start: 908Worker Retraining: 889





38% part-time

62% full-time


19% basic skills



median age 24




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green river COmmUniTy COllege

12401 SE 320th Street •Auburn, WA 98092 • www.greenriver.edu President: Eileen Ely, (253) 288-3340, [email protected]: Tom Campbell, chair ; Larry Brown, Linda Cowan, Sherry Gates,

Claudia Kauffman

Science Technology engineering math

(STem)

Green River Community College is nationally known for its math, science and engineering programs. Graduates in these programs, like Jared Schiff, a 2011 All-USA Academic Award recipient, have been among the top scholars in the country. Green River was one of the first community colleges in the nation to be recognized by the National Science Foundation in these disciplines.

innovation Programs for future educators

Green River Community College is nationally recognized as a leader in innovative community college programs for future educators, particularly for Project TEACH. Green River students have the choice of six transfer degrees for future high school math and science teachers, a specialized transfer degree for future elementary teachers, year-long inquiry-based math and science curriculum, and professional technical degrees in early childhood education and para-educator.

air Traffic Control CTi Green River Community College is one of a select number of colleges with an Air Traffic Control Collegiate Training Initiative (CTI) Program that leads to employment with the Federal Aviation Administration. Green River’s Aviation Technology and Air Transportation degree programs also prepares students for careers in aircraft dispatch, professional pilot, helicopter pilot, and air transportation.

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65% part-time

35% full-time


40% basic skills

year founded: 1961

Service area: Southwest King County

legislative districts: 11th, 30th, 33rd, 34th


highest enrolled Programs:Physical & Life SciencesBusiness/AccountingPsychology/Human ServicesNursing/Health OccupationsComputer Science/Computer Information Systems





median age 27.2




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highline COmmUniTy COllege

2400 South 240th Street, PO Box 98000 • Des Moines, WA 98198 • www.highline.edu President: Jack Bermingham, (206) 878-3710 x3200, [email protected]: Edward Davila, chair ; Dan Altmayer, Debrena Jackson Gandy, Mike Regeimbal,

Bob Roegner

economic development

Highline Community College contributes to the economic development of Southwest King County by providing programs and support services that help new and current local businesses and entrepreneurs succeed and survive during tough economic times. In 2010, Highline provided 2,300 hours of service to more than 800 clients and helped launch 12 new businesses, create 94 jobs, saved 20 jobs and generated $9 million in investments. Highline’s economic development initiatives include the Small Business Development Center, StartZone, the Procurement Technical Assistance Center, and the South King County Sustainability Project. Highline also partners with other organizations – like the South Sound Regional Business Incubator, the Southwest King County Economic Development Initiative and the Business Attraction Program – to further support economic development in South King County.

honors program Highline Community College’s Honors Scholar program gives all students the opportunity to excel, and prepares transfer students for upper division courses, typically offered at a four-year higher education institution. The program is open to all students who have 12 credits of college-level work with a 3.5 GPA or higher. Since the program began in 2003, it has shaped Gates Millennium Scholars, USA Today Academic All-American, Coca Cola Gold Scholars and Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship and QuestBridge College Match Scholarship winners. In addition, the program has received national attention in a leading publication on liberal education from the Association of American Colleges and Universities.

College transition Highline Community College is making it easier for English-as-a-Second-Language students to pursue a college degree or certificate. The Transition Referral & Resource Center provides advising services to help upper-level ESL students transition to college-level courses. The center also connects students to financial aid opportunities and other services on campus. Since opening in fall 2008, the center has helped the college’s transition rates climb from 5 percent to more than 20 percent during the 2010-11 academic year. In spring 2011, 30 participants graduated with associate degrees and I-BEST certificates.

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59% part-time

41% full-time


4% basic skills

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laKe WaShingTOn inSTiTUTe Of TeChnOlOgy (laKe WaShingTOn TeChniCal COllege)

11605 – 132nd Avenue NE • Kirkland, WA 98034 • www.lwtech.edu President: David Woodall (interim), (425) 739-8200, [email protected]: Bruce Reid, chair ; Sang Chae, Lynette Jones, Janis Machala, Darrell Mitsunaga

lake Washington institute of

Technology– a new name

With the Governor’s signature on SB 5664 we officially became Lake Washington Institute of Technology (formerly Lake Washington Technical College) on July 22, 2011. We remain dedicated to our mission – preparing students for today’s careers and tomorrow’s opportunities. We retain our dedication to workforce development and continue to be engaged in high quality, hands-on education that serves the needs of Washington’s citizens. The new name recognizes that we have become a more comprehensive technical college and gives us the opportunity to enhance our impact on technical education and serve as a polytechnic in support of Washington industry. We continue to meet the needs of our community by offering students many pathways to achieve their career goals, including certificates, associate and applied bachelor’s degrees.

allied health Building On September 14, 2011, Lake Washington Institute of Technology celebrated the opening of our new 83,000 square-foot Allied Health Building. The 3-story, state-of-the art, energy efficient facility houses programs in nursing, medical assisting, dental hygiene, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapy assistant, and the State’s first funeral service education program. A new Washington Network for Innovative Careers (WaNIC) high school skills center focused on allied health careers is co-located in this new facility, providing a seamless transition of students from the skills center programs into our college programs.

Bachelor of Technology in applied

design (BTad)

In 2009, we introduced our first baccalaureate degree, the Bachelor of Technology in Applied Design (BTAD). The BTAD program brings together students who hold applied associate degrees from various design disciplines, including industrial, architectural and graphic design, to earn a bachelors degree while refining their design management skills. Our first graduates were awarded their diplomas on June 17, 2011.

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POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1949

Service area: King, Snohomish

legislative districts: 1st, 5th, 41st, 44th, 45th, 48th

Programs: 1 bachelor degree, 38 associate degrees, 66 professional certificates in 36 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Multimedia Design & ProductionAuto Repair TechnicianMedical AssistingComputer Security & Network Technician

Welding Fabrication & Maintenance Technology





median age 30








37% part-time

63% full-time


17% basic skills

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lOWer COlUmBia COllege

1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010 • Longview, WA 98632 • www.lowercolumbia.edu President: Chris Bailey, (360) 442-2101, [email protected]: Max Anderson, chair ; Michael Heuer, Heidi Heywood, Stephen Vincent, Thuy Vo

nursing LCC’s largest program by enrollment enjoys a success rate over 90% in national licensing exams and has received state and national recognition for its innovative online options. The LPN2RN online program allows Licensed Practical Nurses to earn Registered Nurse certification by completing coursework online and a one-quarter clinical rotation during summer session in Longview. The LCC program received the national Responding to Community Needs Award in the National Council of Instructional Administrators’ 19th Annual Exemplary Initiatives Competition. In 2009, LCC responded to a request from rural hospitals in Washington to create a program that would enable healthcare workers to become nurses without moving away. The Rural Outreach Nursing Education program was recognized by Gov. Christine Gregoire with an Economic Best Practices Award in Fall 2010 and graduated its first class in December 2011. Now LCC is helping other colleges establish similar programs while expanding its offerings.

head Start This nationally-recognized program collaborates successfully with LCC to move parents from low-income families to college resources for improving job prospects and lives. The Head Start National Father of the Year Award for 2011 went to LCC student James McBride, a homeless veteran and single father of two young sons, who transitioned through Head Start to graduate (2011) with degree in Automotive Technology and serve other parents as an advocate for Head Start, including testifying before Congress. The Head Start and Early Head Start programs located at Lower Columbia College serve 499 children and their parents each year.

Transitions Success LCC has developed several successful and innovative programs for transitioning students from Adult Basic Education, English as a Second Language and pre-college courses to college completion. The I-BEST (Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training) and I-Trans (academic I-BEST), Bridges, and redesigned pre-college math courses have resulted in success rates that are up to 10 times higher than those for students following a traditional path.

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year founded: 1934

Service area: Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties


Programs: 73 associate degrees and 32 certificates in 46 fields of study.

highest enrolled Programs:NursingWeldingMedical AssistingInformation Technology SystemsBusiness Management





median age 25.9






50% part-time

50% full-time

48% workforce education38%

academic/transfer


9% basic skills

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OlymPiC COllege

1600 Chester Avenue • Bremerton, WA 98337 • www.olympic.edu President: David Mitchell, (360) 475-7100, [email protected]: Bev Cheney, chair ; Jim Page, Darlene Peters, Alice Tawresey, Stephen Warner

naval Shipyard apprenticeships

Olympic College has approximately 500 students enrolled in an apprenticeship program at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. The associate degree graduation rate is 90 percent. This program has been heralded as one of the best federal apprenticeship programs in the nation. The Puget sound naval ship yard is the second largest industrial employer in the State – Boeing being the largest.

Bachelor’s in nursing Close to home

We have a Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree program serving the place bound students of our district. The program was the result of partnerships including local health care organizations, the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance and the University of Washington, Tacoma. It is the only community college baccalaureate of its kind in the State.

mechanical engineering Transfer

Program

We have an engineering transfer program that feeds seamlessly into a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering program offered on our campus by WSU. WSU has assigned a full-time professor to teach in the program on-site. This program is a direct result of local work force demands. The shipyard hires over 100 engineers each year and almost all of them from out of state. This program provides the opportunity for great high paying jobs for local residents and meets a real industry demand.

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POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1946

Service area: Kitsap and Mason Counties

legislative districts: 23, 26, 35

Programs: 1 bachelor’s degree, 36 associate degrees, 95 certificates in 27 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:NursingIndustrial Trade TechWeldingPractical NursingBusiness Management





median age 25.4







38% workforce education 51%

part-time49% full-time


11% basic skills



median age 29




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PeninSUla COllege

1502 East Lauridsen Blvd • Port Angeles, WA 98362 • www.pencol.edu President: Thomas Keegan, (360) 417-6200, [email protected]: Erik Rohrer, chair ; Mike Glenn, Dwayne Johnson, Mike Maxwell, Julie McCulloch

Peninsula College longhouse house of

learning

When the Peninsula College Longhouse House of Learning celebrated its opening in 2007, it became the first community college in the nation to have a Longhouse on its campus. The opening marked the culmination of several years of planning and cooperation between Peninsula College and the tribes of the Olympic Peninsula. Starting fall 2012, Peninsula College and The Evergreen State College will partner to serve student populations from the local tribes by offering a Reservation Based Associate of Arts (AA) Degree Bridge Program at the Longhouse. Additionally, several programs throughout the year provide opportunities for everyone to share cultural traditions, and an inviting art gallery devoted to native exhibitions allows tribal artists to exhibit their work.

Bachelor of applied Science,

applied management degree

In 2010, Peninsula College was “granted accreditation at the baccalaureate degree level” by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Management (BAS) degree is an extension of our professional/technical programs, and it is designed to meet the employment needs of the Olympic Peninsula. During the program, each student completes two internships with employers in the public, private or tribal sector. Starting in August 2011, students will be able to complete their course work entirely online as well as by the more traditional face-to-face classes.

Teacher/Scholar model The Teacher-Scholar Model at Peninsula College keeps teaching and learning at the center of the College’s mission and guiding principles, while providing opportunities for faculty members to engage in scholarly work. The ultimate value of this is reflected in a high-quality learning environment for students and the continuation of a community of learners and scholars. Scholarly work is supported through sabbaticals, summer stipends, research grants, seminar courses, release time, travel, university employment opportunities, individual professional development funds, student-faculty projects and professional/conference presentations.

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POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1961

Service area: Clallam and Jefferson counties

legislative district: 24th

Programs: 18 Programs of Study— 18 AAS Degrees, 13 AAS-T Degrees, 15 Certificates and one Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Management.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate Degree NursingMedical AssistantBusiness Management-AccountingChemical Dependency CounselorInformation Technology



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57% part-time

43% full-time


4% basic skills

PierCe COllege diSTriCT

Chancellor: Michele Johnson, (253) 864-3100, [email protected]: Marc Gaspard, chair ; Don Meyer, Angela Roarty, Jaqueline Rosenblatt,

Amadeo Tiam

Committed to military students and

veterans

A nationwide leader providing educational opportunities for active duty military and veterans. Pierce College Fort Steilacoom is one of only 15 national Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success, where veteran students can get the support they need to succeed. In addition to veterans services provided at the Fort Steilacoom and Puyallup campuses, the Pierce College Military Program offers classes in person at Joint Base Lewis-McCord and online. These programs educate active-duty military serving anywhere in the world, their family members, VA benefit recipients and civilians in the community. This military educational program serves more than 2,100 full-time-equivalent students, as many students as you might find at several Washington community colleges.

Pathways for all students

A statewide leader in supporting pathways from high school to bachelor’s degrees and beyond. Pierce College fostered the Washington Career Pathways tool to help high school and two-year college students and advisors determine the best educational path to reach career goals. Workforce programs at Pierce equip students with skills to get a job. Their credits are also packaged for easy transfer to four-year institutions. Traditional transfer students – from 16-year-old Running Start students to older returning adults – have robust programs to prepare them to transition to on-campus bachelor’s programs offered by Central and Eastern Washington universities, or other universities including University of Washington Tacoma.

innovative learning tools

A statewide leader in innovative learning tools bringing practical, real-life, affordable education to students. Two math professors authored a textbook in 2010 that is available worldwide as an open source document, allowing all students to access the book for free. A new, robust online math assessment tool designed by a Pierce College math professor is now available to Washington high school and college students. It creates math quizzes that give instant grading feedback. Students can also use it to practice for the college math placement test. Pierce College infuses creative, hands-on and non-traditional learning resources throughout all disciplines to help students learn how to find information beyond traditional textbooks.

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PIERCE COLLEGE FORT STEILACOOM9401 Farwest Drive SW • Lakewood, WA 98498 • www.pierce.ctc.eduPresident: Denise Yochum, (253) 964-6776, [email protected]

PIERCE COLLEGE PUYALLUP1601 39th Avenue SE • Puyallup, WA 98374 • www.pierce.ctc.eduPresident: Patrick Schmitt, (253) 840-8421, [email protected]



median age 24.3

family and financesStudents receiving need-based financial aid (2010-11): 37.5%Students who work: 35%Students with children: 34%



year founded: 1967



Programs: 35 associate degrees and 35 professional certificates in 55 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate of ArtsNursingBusinessBusiness Information TechnologyCriminal Justice






56% part-time

44% full-time


18% basic skills



median age 32





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renTOn TeChniCal COllege

3000 NE 4th Street • Renton, WA 98056 • www.rtc.edu President: Steve Hanson, (425) 235-2235, [email protected]: Tyler Page, chair ; Sue Palmer, Cathy McAbee, Ira SenGupta, Kirby Unti

Student Success Renton Technical College has the highest graduation rate of any two year college in Washington state. 51% of RTC students graduate within three years of matriculation. Why? RTC has made strong investments in student success. RTC has been recognized as a national leader in this work, through innovative programs that work on improving students’ reading skills (Reading Apprenticeship), developing teaching practices that address students’ individual learning styles and needs (Universal Design for Learning), and giving students contextual basic skills support through team teaching in a wide range of technical courses (i-BEST). Renton Technical College is a model for individualized student support in a community college setting and the results are impressive—after just 33 hours of Reading Apprenticeship instruction, students in Adult Basic Education classes see a 3 – 5 point gain on the Life and Work Skills Reading and Math Assessment, a gain that typically takes 100 hours of classroom instruction to achieve.

Workforce development

Renton Technical College puts people to work. 76% of students in workforce training programs get jobs after graduation. In order to ensure that our students today are prepared to meet the industry needs of tomorrow, Renton Technical College has more than 300 Advisory Committee members from local businesses, major corporations, regional hospitals, and entrepreneurs who offer program guidance, keep instructors up to date with the latest industry innovations and trends, and provide students with invaluable real-world connections for the skills they are learning in class. RTC’s recent partnership with the Washington Aerospace Training Resource Center will provide skilled aerospace assembly mechanics for local aerospace companies, ensuring that Washington companies will continue to find the highly skilled local workforce they need to do business in our state.

research driven innovation

Renton Technical College has pioneered the use of flexible cohort modeling, allowing faculty and administrators to investigate the success of specific groups of students, target interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of programs in a way that no other college does in the United States. By seeing the progress of defined groups of students, we are able to develop and evaluate strategies to address issues like 1st quarter retention, where our Reading Apprenticeship program has resulted in 20% gains. RTC’s success with the Reading Apprenticeship program resulted in our materials being incorporated into the nationwide Reading Apprenticeship training curriculum. Renton Technical College’s faculty become research partners, working to address systemic challenges in the classroom and using data to continually improve student achievement. Our research and development team is nationally recognized for the development of this modeling system.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1941

Service area: King County

legislative districts: 5, 11, 33, 37, 41, 43

Programs: 12 Associate of Applied Science-Transfer degrees, 36 Associate of Applied Science degrees and 66 Certificate of Completion.

highest enrolled Programs:NursingTechnologyDental AssistantPrecision MachiningCulinary Arts





median age 30.9





academic/transfer

70%part-time

30% full-time


Enrollment by intent (2010-11) attendance7% personal interest/ other

8% basic skills

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nOrTh SeaTTle COmmUniTy COllege – One Of The SeaTTle COmmUniTy COllegeS

9600 College Way North • Seattle, WA 98103 • www.northseattle.edu President: Mark Mitsui, (206) 934-3601, [email protected]: Jill Wakefield, (206) 934-3872, [email protected]: Constance Rice, chair ; Jorge Carrasco, Gayatri Eassey, Tom Malone, Albert Shen

Opportunity Center Designed to provide seamless employment and education services and public assistance benfits to the unemployed and underemployed, the Opportunity Center for Employment and Education (OCE&E) at NSCC opened in May. Combining staff from the Department of Social and Health Services, WorkSource –North Seattle and NSCC’s Workforce Education team under one roof, the new facility fosters collaboration among multiple agencies without departmental boundaries, including a common reception area and shared classroom/meeting space. The intent is to expand and push the limits of separate service delivery systems to create a more successful and streamlined experience for all customers. The all-in-one location is the first of its kind in the state and one of the first in the nation.

faa Partnership The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently selected NSCC to participate in its Technical Operations – Collegiate Training Initiative which it created to increase opportunities for recent graduates and employees within the aeronautic electronics field. NSCC is just the second college in the state to be approved due to the rigor of coursework required. The agreement allows graduates of the college’s AAS degrees in Electronics and Electronics Engineering Technology to be considered for FAA internships and hiring. In addition, the FAA will send incumbent workers in the Upward Mobility Program to NSCC for training.

Sustainability NSCC recognized its responsibility to be a community leader in sustainability and a good steward of the environment early on. A signatory of the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment, the college pledged to develop a comprehensive plan to achieve climate neutrality. Recent achievements include a major lighting retrofit to reduce electricity expenses by $22,000 and C02 emissions by 145 metric tons annually; a campus tree inventory that gave students experience in ecological resource assessment and sustainable landscape management; and over 40 courses or programs that include a sustainability component including Sustainable & Conventional Energy & Control Technology.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1970

Service area: Northeast and Northwest Seattle, King County

legislative districts: 1st, 11th, 32nd, 34th, 36th, 37th, 43rd, 46th


highest enrolled Programs:Associate of Arts - DTAPractical NursingAccountingAAS-T Degree in NursingMedical Assisting



• Transfer students have won top academic awards at UW or Seattle U three out of the last five years.

• Science students were the first community college students ever selected to present a research project at the prestigious Posters on the Hill program in Washington, D.C.

• A G.I. Jobs Magazine “Military Friendly School” for the last four years.


39%academic/transfer


13% basic skills

45%full-time 55%

part-time



attendance



median age 27.6




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SeaTTle CenTral COmmUniTy COllege– One Of The SeaTTle COmmUniTy COllegeS

1701 Broadway • Seattle, WA 98122 • www.seattlecentral.eduPresident: Paul Tracy Killpatrick, (206) 934-4144, [email protected]: Jill Wakefield, (206) 934-3872, [email protected]: Constance Rice, chair ; Jorge Carrasco, Gayatri Eassey, Tom Malone, Albert Shen

Sustainability Seattle Central was “green” before it was popular. The college began recycling and energy conservation programs in the 70s and continues its commitment to sustainable practices to this day. Seattle Central is now host to the Capitol Hill Farmer’s Market, providing local farmers a venue to sell their food. Seattle Central’s Culinary Academy was one of the first to incorporate sustainability into its curriculum. The college also has a $2 million grant for an energy conservation project that is expected to save $200,000 per year. In 2010 the college opened the Plant Sciences Laboratory ( the “urban greenhouse”) which will be used by students in the SAgE (Sustainable Agriculture Education program).

Student life Seattle Central has one of the most vibrant Student Leadership programs in the nation. On average, there are more than 50 clubs and organizations available to students each quarter. The school’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter is recognized nationally and has amassed more than $1 million in scholarship money for its members. A Student Veterans club serves the 300 veterans on campus. Students who assume leadership roles at Seattle Central take classes in leadership, ethical citizenship and leadership theory and practice. When they leave, they have an official transcript of leadership involvement and accomplishments. Students sit on all major committees of the campus, including the College Council (which advises the President).

Seattle maritime academy

The Seattle Maritime Academy (SMA) is the only program of its kind serving students from the states of Washington and Alaska. Ninety-five percent of its students graduate from the program and all graduates find employment in the maritime industry. The Maritime Academy currently offers two U.S. Coast Guard approved programs: Marine Deck Technology and Marine Engineering Technology. The demand for SMA graduates has historically been high and is expected to increase as the current maritime population nears retirement. The Maritime Academy will soon begin work on an $18 million project that will add 23,800 square feet of space to include three specialty labs, classrooms and a simulation suite (engine, bridge and navigation).

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1966

Service area: Central, East and Downtown Seattle, King County


Programs: 1 bachelors degree, 24 associate degrees, 51 professional certificates in 30 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate of Arts - DTANursing – Associate DegreeCulinary ArtsSocial and Human ServicesGraphic Design and Illustration


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):eLearning: 532I-BEST: 41International Students: 1,306Opportunity Grant: 91Running Start: 225Worker Retraining: 491

Seattle Central CC’s student population is among the most diverse in the state; more than 50 percent of SCCC’s students are persons of color.




26% basic skills

75%full-time

25%part-time



attendance



median age 28.5




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The greenlight Project

Through the Workforce Development Council of Seattle and King County, Seattle Vocational Institute’s Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Trades (P.A.C.T.) program has been selected as one of the sites for hands-on training. The GreenLight Project is for students interested in learning about green jobs in construction and carpentry. Students will learn green construction, green manufacturing plus energy efficiency and deconstruction. More than half of the green jobs in Washington are projected to be in construction. Students will be trained to handle jobs in the growing green movement, including insulating windows, caulking to keep heat in, water conservation and any connection to solar energy and solar power. The Project includes certifications recognized by the industry; hands-on learning; employment groups for extra support and job search assistance. Graduates of the SVI P.A.C.T. program will also have successfully completed certifications for flagging, forklift, OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR.

educational Planning Course

The SVI Educational Planning Course is held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for a total of twelve hours. In this informative course prospective SVI students explore learning styles; investigate career options; match their abilities with educational goals and map out a plan for achieving those goals. As they begin the admissions process they learn about financial aid, other funding, child care, and needs they must meet before enrolling. Tutors and instructors provide a reading warm-up, math warm-up and advisors help them identify courses they need–GED, ABE, ESL, and programs they are eligible to take. Because the course is designed to help students identify ways to overcome barriers in completing their education, the retention rate and graduation rate have shown marked improvement since this one credit course was implemented.

dental assistant The Seattle Vocational Institute Dental Assistant program and the Seattle Central Community College Dental Hygiene program are located at Seattle Vocational Institute. The SVI Dental Clinic is unique in that students from both programs learn in a state-of-the-art clinic that provides actual patient care under the direction of licensed dentists and hygienists. With the assistance of a series of grants the clinic has incorporated the technology and training that supports interoffice patient tracking intra- and extra-oral imaging, digital radiology and patient operatory delivery systems. This new technology has greatly enhanced the program’s curriculum and improved patient care services. It also helps graduates enter the workplace with cutting edge skills and abilities. SVI Dental Assistant students have also expanded their delivery of education in nutrition, oral health and personal care for the patients and the neighboring community, providing a richer learning experience.

SeaTTle vOCaTiOnal inSTiTUTe– One Of The SeaTTle COmmUniTy COllegeS

2120 South Jackson Street • Seattle, WA 98144 • sviweb.sccd.ctc.eduExecutive Dean: Alfred Griswold, (206) 9345482, [email protected]: Jill Wakefield, (206) 934-3872, [email protected]: Constance Rice, chair ; Jorge Carrasco, Gayatri Eassey, Tom Malone, Albert Shen

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1987

Service area: Central District of Seattle, King County

legislative districts: 37th

Programs: 13 professional certificates in 10 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Medical AssistantCosmetologyAdministrative Office ProfessionalPre-Apprenticeship Construction Training

Dental Assistant

State-Supported enrollment:Headcount: 1,187FTES: 700





21% basic skills 42%

full-time

58%part-time



attendance



median age 29.5




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georgetown/PSieC South Seattle Community College’s Georgetown Campus and Puget Sound Industrial Excellence Center (PSIEC) have forged strategic partnerships with business, labor, government, industry and the community to meet workforce needs. The Georgetown Campus leads in the creation of green jobs training programs, including new opportunities for disadvantaged youth and adults to receive industry-valued training that can advance their prospects for successful careers in construction and manufacturing. More than 2,100 apprentices in over 20 different trades – 25% of the state’s total – are trained at Georgetown each year.

BaS in hospitality management

South’s Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) program was among the first four BAS programs offered by Washington state community colleges. Demand for the program continues to increase and enrollment has doubled; this fall, a second 25-student cohort will be added. Students admitted to the program come from 15 colleges and universities from throughout the United States. In its first two years, the program has achieved an 89% completion rate, with a 92% job placement rate.

diversity Our student body reflects the diversity of our service area. South is located in one of the most diverse zip codes in the nation and is bordered by a cluster of neighborhoods that form one of the lowest income areas in the Pacific Northwest. More than 35 first languages are spoken on campus and the college is now the 2nd most diverse community college in the state. Asian Pacific Islanders (API) comprise 25% of the student population and, in 2008, the college was designated one of the first six Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISI) in the U.S.

SOUTh SeaTTle COmmUniTy COllege– One Of The SeaTTle COmmUniTy COllegeS

6000 – 16th Avenue SW • Seattle, WA 98106 • www.southseattle.edu President: Gary Oertli, (206) 934-5311, [email protected]: Jill Wakefield, (206) 934-3872, [email protected]: Constance Rice, chair ; Jorge Carrasco, Gayatri Eassey, Tom Malone, Albert Shen

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1970

Service area: West and South Seattle, King County


Programs: 1 bachelors degree, 44 associate degrees, 78 professional certificates in 25 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate of Arts - DTAElectrical ApprenticeshipsLicensed Practical NursingCulinary ArtsAviation Maintenance






9% basic skills

54%full-time

46%part-time



attendance

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Professional-Technical Programs

Shoreline professional-technical programs continue to earn regional and national recognition for stellar curricula, thriving business partnerships, faculty excellence and graduate career success. The Toyota T-TEN automotive technician training program has received top ratings from Toyota Motor Sales USA for four consecutive years. The Biotechnology program, one of only two in the state, has garnered regional attention and was selected as the site for the Northwest Regional Center for BioLink, a National Science Foundation ATE initiative to educate and train technicians for entry-level careers in research, development and bio manufacturing in the biotech industry. The CNC program, which is the only one in the state to be accredited by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, puts our graduates in the forefront in the job market and graduates of the Health Information Technology program receive national certification.

Transfer Programs Shoreline has a longstanding reputation for excellence in transfer to the University of Washington and other top universities. Now, a new partnership with City U provides Shoreline students the opportunity to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Management without even leaving Shoreline’s campus. Video and film students can earn transfer credits while completing a professional-technical degree in digital film production.

College ready Programs

Shoreline offers the largest I-BEST program in the state, supporting students who face English language, math and/or reading barriers. The Automotive General Service Technician program earned a Governor’s Award. A state grant supports these students transferring into one of the college’s factory-sponsored automotive programs. Learning Center North is located on Shoreline’s campus to provide services to out-of-school youth. The center, operated in partnership with the King County Work Training Program, partners with the college’s Career Education Options program. The college also has a nationally recognized veteran’s program which provides numerous services to ensure that veteran students find success at Shoreline.

ShOreline COmmUniTy COllege

16101 Greenwood Avenue North • Shoreline, WA 98133 • www.shoreline.edu President: Lee Lambert, (206) 546-4551, [email protected]: Gidget Terpstra, chair ; Phillip Barrett, Shoubee Liaw, Roger Olstad, Jerry Smith

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1964

Service area: North King County

legislative districts: 1st, 32nd, 39th, 44th, 46th

Programs: Seven associate degrees, 70 professional-technical degrees and certificates, and 30 professional-technical short-term certificates.

highest enrolled Programs:NursingDigital Audio EngineeringHealth Information TechnologyDental HygieneCriminal Justice





median age 24.7







7% basic skills

49%full-time 51%

part-time



attendance

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SKagiT valley COllege

2405 East College Way • Mount Vernon, WA 98273 • www.skagit.edu President: Gary Tollefson, (360) 416-7997, [email protected]: Debra Lisser, chair ; Lindsay Fiker, Don Piercy, Margaret Rojas, John Stephens

northwest Career and Technical academy dave Quall Center:

With a strong commitment to collaborations, Skagit Valley College has partnered with six local school districts to build and operate the Northwest Career and Technical Academy (NCTA) Dave Quall Center on SVC’s Mount Vernon Campus and the NCTA Marine Technology Center in Anacortes. The academy helps meet workforce demands and save taxpayer dollars by providing both high school juniors and seniors and college students with new hands-on technical training options taught by industry professionals in a single joint facility. Programs include Academy of Finance, Culinary Arts, Dental Technology, DigiPen, Marine Technology, Medical Technology, and Veterinary Technology.

marine Technology and the Center of

excellence for marine manufacturing &

Technology:

Skagit Valley College is a founding member of the Marine League of Schools, a national consortium of Marine Technology education providers noted for excellence in the delivery of cutting edge training. SVC’s program enjoys the support of partners in the recreational, commercial, and government sectors. Students come to the program from around the U.S. and the world to earn industry-recognized credentials. The Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology is based at SVC, leading and supporting initiatives statewide. SVC is a leader in the development of e-learning marine curriculum and is working with the State of Jalisco, Mexico, in the development of a marine trades program.

road Scholar Program:

Skagit Valley College has been nationally recognized for its successful Road Scholar (formerly Elderhostel) educational travel program offered through SVC’s San Juan Center. The Road Scholar mission empowers adults to explore the world’s places, peoples, and cultures in a casual setting. Whether it is an interest in whales, food and wine, hiking, or inspiring artwork, participants worldwide find an engaging educational experience. San Juan, Orcas, and Whidbey excursions are highly popular, as are options throughout the Northwest including Seattle, La Conner, and Victoria, B.C. For 20 years, the program has provided local education, increased tourism, and funded the operation of SVC’s San Juan Center.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1926

Service area: San Juan, Skagit and Island Counties

legislative districts:10th, 39th, 40th


highest enrolled Programs:NursingHuman ServicesCriminal JusticeWeldingFire Protection Technology





median age 25.3







5% basic skills

49%full-time 51%

part-time



attendance

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SOUTh PUgeT SOUnd COmmUniTy COllege

2011 Mottman Road SW • Olympia, WA 98512 • spscc.ctc.eduPresident: Gerald Pumphrey, (360) 596-5202, [email protected]: Judy Blinn, chair ; Barbara Clarkson, Leonor Fuller, Brian Vance, Dick Wadley

Bim Technology South Puget Sound Community College is the only college in the system to offer a certificate program in Building Information Modeling (BIM). BIM technology is used to construct virtual, 3-D models of buildings that can be used for determining and avoiding interference of major systems within a building, predicting energy performance, construction scheduling, and building maintenance over the life of a structure. This technology will eventually be the dominant design technology for architecture and engineering, and the certificate has given graduates of the Computer Aided Drafting program a competitive advantage in the current job market.

feST program/partnership

The college offers a Fire and Emergency Services Technician (FEST) program in a contractual partnership with the McLane Black Lake Fire Department. All instruction occurs at the fire station using its modern equipment. Students function as first responders to fire and medical emergency calls under the direction of career officers. Due to their extensive on-the-job experience in conjunction with their classes, graduates are highly sought by fire departments in the Puget Sound region.

hawks Prairie Center At its Hawks Prairie Center, the college offers a variety of contractual training services to public and private employers. State agencies comprise the largest client base. Training includes topics in public sector leadership and management and highly focused just-in-time workshops in a wide variety of information technologies. South Puget Sound offers the nationally recognized Certified Public Manager credential program at the Hawks Prairie Center.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1962

Service area: Thurston County

legislative districts: 20th, 22nd, 35th


highest enrolled Programs:Associate in Arts, DTAAssociate in Business, DTAAssociate in Science, Option 1AccountingAssociate in Science, Option 2





median age 25







65%full-time

35%part-time



attendance

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SPOKane COmmUniTy COllege

1810 North Greene Street • Spokane, WA 99217 • www.scc.spokane.edu President: Joe Dunlap, (509) 533-7042, [email protected]: Christine Johnson, (509) 434-5006, [email protected]: Carol Landa-McVicker, chair ; Greg Bever, Ben Cabildo, Ed Morgan, Bridget Piper

founded in: 1963

Service area: Ferry, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens and Whitman counties

legislative districts: 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th, 9th


highest enrolled Programs: Liberal ArtsNursing (RN)Medical OfficeMedical AssistantRadiology TechnologyCriminal Justice

State-Supported enrollment: Headcount: 10,921FTES: 6,545

enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):I-Best: 18International Students: 54Running Start: 231Worker Retaining 705

Student health Clinic Spokane Community College opened a new student health clinic in the recently renovated Jenkins Wellness Center. The health clinic operates in conjunction with university partners and provides free health screening, mental health counseling and clinical opportunities for allied health students and is open to all Community Colleges of Spokane students.

aerospace Spokane Community College has taken the lead in developing a consortium of 14 colleges, two aerospace technology centers and one center of excellence and submitted a $20 million DOL Trade Adjustment Act grant request to support the aerospace industry in Washington State. During the summer SCC provided an aerospace academy for high school students hoping to interest them in aerospace related career fields. Additionally, SCC has offered AS 9100 training to the aerospace industry through its Inland Northwest Aerospace Technology Center.

Service learning/ameriCorps Students

in Service

In 2010-2011 243 SCC students participated in 3,560 hours of service learning which created 81 new partnerships. Through Service Learning, students have impacted their community by applying their knowledge and skills to real-life situations gaining hands-on experience and other workforce skills. Additionally, 75 students participated in the AmeriCorps Students in Service program and contributed 31,800 hours of service.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

ethnicityCaucasian 74%Unreported 11%African American 3%Native American 3%Asian/Pacific Islander 2%Latino/Hispanic 1%

genderFemale 50%Male 50%

median age: 28.8

family and finances:Students receiving need-based financial aid: Students who work: 13%Students with children: 33%



45%full-time 55%



basic skills



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SPOKane fallS COmmUniTy COllege

3410 West Fort George Wright Drive • Spokane, WA 99224 • www.spokanefalls.edu President: Pam Praeger (interim), (509) 533-3535, [email protected]: Christine Johnson, (509) 434-5006, [email protected]: Carol Landa-McVicker, chair ; Greg Bever, Ben Cabildo, Ed Morgan, Bridget Piper

Title iii funded Peer Tutoring Program

Title III funded peer mentoring and peer tutoring programs at SFCC targeted courses in which students typically had trouble achieving higher grades and/or completion. The program resulted in about a 14 percent higher success and progression rate for students who had used the program versus those who had not. Student mentees also earned more credits that other first-time, first-year students. The peer tutors received training in effective ways of tutoring.

Project degree Thanks to a grant from Gateway to College National Network, Project DEgree helped two cohorts of triple developmental (below college readiness in reading, writing and math) students through their first year of college at SFCC. The program provides a learning community assisted by an academic success coach, financial aid and registration assistance, tutoring, student activities, peer mentoring, health services and more to ensure the success of these students. The original cohorts of students had higher student progression rates than like students and receive continued support in their second year. New cohorts begin in 2011-12.

new and improved facilities

Outstanding science and music programs at SFCC got well-deserved new and renovated space in 2011. SFCC dedicated a new $30 million Science Building and planetarium with about 70,000 square feet of labs and instruction area. The Eos Planetarium is able to host area school children and families for school and evening shows. A 47,000-square-foot renovation of the Music Building including a digital audio lab and recording studio added much needed study, performance and learning areas for students. Music students perform concerts each quarter in their new facility featuring vocal and instrumental groups and guests from within the community. SFCC also has received funding for a new Classroom Building and capital match for Stadium and Physical Education Complex improvements.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:


year founded: 1967



Programs: 85 degrees and 23 professional certificates in 83 programs.

highest enrolled Programs:Liberal ArtsNursingEarly Childhood EducationChemical Dependencies Professional Studies

Social Services


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):I-BEST: 15International Students: 155Running Start: 496Worker Retraining: 79

ethnicityAsian/Pacific Islander 7%African American 4%Native American 4%Hispanic 6%Other, Multiracial 2%White/Caucasian 78%


median age 25.4




42%full-time 58%



24% basic skills


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SPOKane inSTiTUTe fOr exTended learning

2917 West Fort George Wright Drive• Spokane, WA 99224 • www.iel.spokane.eduChief executive officer: Scott Morgan, (509) 279-6040 [email protected]: Christine Johnson, (509) 434-5006, [email protected]: Carol Landa-McVicker, chair ; Greg Bever, Ben Cabildo, Ed Morgan, Bridget Piper

iBeST innovation The Institute for Extended Learning (IEL) is an IBEST innovator. Together with SCC we are offering the state’s first on-line IBEST – the students and ABE instructors are in Pullman and Colville; the content instructors are on the SCC campus in Spokane. IEL is currently developing the first IBEST program to be offered in a DOC corrections facility, a Composites IBEST program that will begin enrolling students next winter quarter at the Airway Heights correction center.

Transitions to College Over the past five years the IEL has transitioned over one thousand students to college programs at Spokane CC and Spokane Falls CC. These students either dropped out of high school, are returning to education after having been out of school for some time, or are new to our country. These innovative, short term transition programs are: College Prep, ESL Transitions, IBEST, Career Builder, and Change Point. The latter three programs also have a strong component directed at employment.

access to College in remote, rural

Communities

The IEL provides access to SFCC college programs at six of our education centers (Colville, Pullman, Republic, Newport, Ione and Inchelium). The courses are a mix of on-ground (including interactive TV), online and hybrid. The program serves over 850 students (853 Fall 2010 headcount). Most of these students would not otherwise have access to a community college. This effective and efficient means of providing rural students access to college is made possible through the use of an interactive television network and related technologies and online resources delivered by a dedicated and talented IEL faculty and support staff.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1985



Programs: The IEL provides adult basic education to transition students from their current educational level to college and the workforce. It provides rural students with credit programs through CCS’s accredited colleges – Spokane Falls Community College and Spokane Community College.Its Colville, Newport and Pullman centers offer five degrees and five certificates.

highest enrolled Programs:Adult basic educationPACELiberal ArtsGeneral BusinessNursing


enrollments for Selected Student Types (fTeS):I-BEST: 29International Students: 13Running Start: 97Worker Retraining: 139



ethnicityAsian/Pacific Islander 9%African American 4%Native American 3%Hispanic 4%Other, Multiracial 9%White/Caucasian 72%


median age 31.5

family and financesStudents who work: 19%Students with children: 46%



6% basic skills


39%part-time

61%full-time



attendance

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responding to allied health needs

TCC has consistently responded to calls from area health care providers facing shortages of trained personnel, which has resulted in a robust array of allied health training options for local residents. TCC offers programs that train registered nurses, radiology technicians, ultrasound sonographers, respiratory therapy technicians, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, health information management professionals, medical coding specialists, medical transcriptionists, and medical office workers. While shortages continue, TCC is doing what it can with available funding to support the local health care community.

Business training cooperative

TCC has taken the lead in forming a four-college-district collaboration to serve customized business training needs the region. Named Invista Performance Solutions, the effort involved all four Pierce County community and technical college districts: TCC, Pierce College, Clover Park Technical College, and Bates Technical College. College presidents signed an agreement June 30 that merges the corporate education operations of Pierce County’s community and technical colleges. TCC will apply its business training model to the effort – a model that generated $1.7 million in training contracts in 2010.

declared and prepared TCC has created a constellation of innovative strategies to positively impact students’ initial experiences on campus—which have increased the likelihood they’ll persist to graduation, declaring a major and prepared for success. TCC developed an advising model that creates stronger connections between first-year students and advisors, and equips advisors with a “dashboard” on their students that allow them to track progress and intervene when necessary to help. The college also redesigned its new student orientation to promote relationship-building with advising staff, and implemented a student success class, HD 101, that helps students learn how to be successful. The first week of every quarter is now “Welcome Week” with staff and student leaders working at stations throughout campus to answer questions and help with way-finding. The result has been a 14 percent increase in fall-to-fall retention after the first two-years of the effort.

TaCOma COmmUniTy COllege

6501 South 19th Street • Tacoma, WA 98466 • www.tacomacc.edu President: Pamela Transue, (253) 566-5100, [email protected]: Don Dennis, chair ; Liz Dunbar, Robert Ryan, Fred Whang, Chad Wright

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1965


legislative districts: 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th

Programs: 30 associate degrees, 35 professional certificates and 64 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:College transfer coursesNursingHuman ServicesParalegalBusinessHealth Information Management





median age 25.3








39% part-time

61% full-time


10% basic skills

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Walla Walla COmmUniTy COllege

500 Tausick Way • Walla Walla, WA 99362 • www.wwcc.edu President: Steven VanAusdle, (509) 527-4274, [email protected]: Jerry Hendrickson, chair ; Kris Klaveano, Miguel Sanchez, Roland Schirman, Kathy Small

Water and environmental Center

The William A. Grant Water and Environmental Center (WEC) received the 2010 Governor’s Workforce and Economic Development Best Practice Award for the collaboration of colleges with multiple community entities to produce innovations with tangible economic and environmental impact. The WEC addresses real environmental threats in sustainable water resources and salmon recovery. It houses offices of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, Washington State Department of Ecology, WW Watershed Management Partnership, and the Sustainable Living Center. These diverse entities have come together to foster economic and environmental solutions through education and collaboration. A workforce is being trained in emerging water resource management fields and, after almost a century, Chinook Salmon were recently successfully re-introduced to the Walla Walla River as well as other tributaries of the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

a Wine industry leader

The Center for Enology and Viticulture, a 2006 recipient of the Governor’s award for best workforce education and training program in the state, plays a leading role as a center of innovation for the Washington state wine industry. Preparing students for participation in Washington’s $3 billion wine industry, the Center supports the meteoric rise in bonded wineries in the Walla Walla Valley, combining the unique alliance with local industry and a teaching vineyard and commercial winery to produce award-winning College Cellars wine. The Center continues to help leverage the region’s competitive strengths, adding approximately $260 million annually to the economy, according to a recent economic study.

innovation Partnership Zone

The College, in partnership with the City of Walla Walla and other economic development organizations, is creating a legislatively designated Innovation Partnership Zone to create jobs by promoting cluster development through innovation and entrepreneurial strategies. This zone serves as a model for the state and represents the power of public-private sector partnerships. The Walla Walla valley has innovative strategies addressing environmental stewardship, water management, agriculture, education, and transportation, all working to spark economic development. The IPZ integrates and empowers these efforts. A recent IPZ hospitality cluster study and strategic plan documents the significant economic impact of the region’s growing wine industry, even during tough economic times for Washington State.

Key faCTS:

POinTS Of inTereST:

year founded: 1967

Service area: Asotin, Columbia, Garfield, Walla Walla Counties


Programs: 36 AAAS degrees and 40 certificates in 30 Workforce Education programs.

highest enrolled Programs:Nursing and Allied HealthComputer ScienceBusiness/Office TechnologyWeldingEnergy Systems





median age 26.1




• WA

LLA

WALL

A COMMUNITY COLLEG

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ESTABLISHED 1967

36%part-time

64%full-time



13% basic skills


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WenaTChee valley COllege

1300 Fifth Street • Wenatchee, WA 98801 • www.wvc.edu President: Jim Richardson, (509) 682-6400, [email protected]: Darlene Wilder, chair ; June Darling, Bob Myers, Phil Rasmussen, Jim Tiffany

WvC Brings College to rural high School

Wenatchee Valley College partners with Bridgeport High School (BHS) to offer WVC classes at the high school. Since Bridgeport is located about 36 miles from WVC at Omak and 50 miles from the Wenatchee campus, distance prevents students from traveling to either campus within each school day to participate in Running Start. As part of the state’s College in the High School program, many of the courses are in liberal arts and science, and others are articulated through Tech-Prep. The partnership has created a “college going” culture that has 80 percent of BHS graduates moving on to further education. This year, all 35 graduates have been accepted to a college or technical school. This partnership was a key factor in BHS’s selection as a top three national finalist for President Barack Obama’s 2011 Race to the Top Commencement Challenge.

Partnering to Benefit Students

WVC and the Wenatchee School District work closely together to benefit both college and high school students. A property exchange between the two is making it possible for the college to build a new center for music and art and will provide a much-needed facility for Westside High School, an alternative high school that neighbors the college. A child care center at the alternative high school provides training opportunities for WVC’s early childhood education programs, and WVC students and staff benefit by having access to the child care services.

nurses for Tomorrow Wenatchee Valley College has a vibrant and strong relationship with area healthcare industries. The college recently partnered with Central Washington Hospital and its foundation, the Wenatchee Valley Medical Center, Triple C Convalescent Centers, and the Wenatchee Valley College Foundation to raise funds in the Nurses for Tomorrow initiative. This highly successful partnership allowed the college to expand access to its nursing programs from other campuses, purchase state-of-the-art equipment, jump-start the design of a replacement construction project that currently serves nursing and many other functions on campus, hire two new full-time faculty members, and provide scholarships for students.

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year founded: 1939

Service area: Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan Counties



Wenatchee Valley College at Omak is located about 100 miles north of the main campus and served 980 students in 2010-11. Programs include associate degrees for university transfer, technical degrees in eight fields, and seven professional certificates.

highest enrolled Programs:Transfer ProgramsNursingEarly Childhood EducationRadiologic TechnologyMedical Laboratory TechnologyMedical Assistant







attendance

median age 23.7




49%part-time51%

full-time55% academic/transfer


9% basic skills


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WhaTCOm COmmUniTy COllege

237 West Kellogg Road • Bellingham, WA 98226 • whatcom.ctc.edu President: Kathi Hiyane-Brown, (360) 383-3330, [email protected]: Steve Adelstein, chair ; Sue Cole, Tim Douglas, Chuck Robinson, Barbara Rofkar

Cybersecurity Whatcom Community College was designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Two-Year Education (CAE2Y) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security. One of only 13 community colleges in the nation, the designation affirms the quality of Whatcom’s Computer Information Systems and Information Security Programs, touting the caliber of the curriculum, credentials of the faculty, and nationally-recognized program certifications. This designation covers academic years 2011 through 2016 and recognizes Whatcom’s commitment to cybersecurity education as part of its focus on STEM-related initiatives.

health Professions WCC continues to experience tremendous success in its health programs, with national accreditations for the Nursing (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)), Physical Therapist Assisting (Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)), and Medical Assisting (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)) programs. Further, Whatcom’s Nursing and PTA graduates have always far exceeded the national average pass rates on their professional licensure exams with 100% of graduates passing in 2008 and 2010. The pass rate for 2011 graduates from the Massage Practitioner program was also 100%. Online/hybrid options have been added to each of the health programs and the PTA program has received both state and national recognition and accolades for innovation for its online PTA program – being used as a state Best Practice model.

Service-learning The Service-Learning Program has experienced immense growth and success over the past year at WCC, engaging students in community service activities that enrich their learning experiences while meeting real needs in the community and promoting civic engagement among the future graduates of Whatcom Community College. Service-learning has been formally incorporated into 16 courses and has intensified its focus on integrating service-learning into STEM disciplines, with an emphasis on sustainability, through the Northwest Sustainability Initiative (NWSI) Learn and Serve grant. Through both curricular and co-curricular activities, about 575 students have been engaged in service-learning this past year serving over 3800 hours in the community at over 36 nonprofit organizations.

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year founded: 1967

Service area: Whatcom County

legislative districts: 40th, 42nd

Programs: 16 associate degrees, and 25 professional and technical certificates in 40 programs of study.

highest enrolled Programs:Associate in Arts and Sciences (Transfer) Degree

NursingPhysical Therapist Assistant Business AdministrationAssociate in Science (Transfer) Degree





median age 22.1




41%part-time

59%full-time



28% basic skills


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yaKima valley COmmUniTy COllege

1015 South 16th Avenue, PO Box 22520 • Yakima, WA 98907 • www.yvcc.eduPresident: Linda Kaminski, (509) 574-4635, [email protected]: Lisa Parker, chair ; James Carvo, Paul McDonald, Robert Ozuna, Patricia Whitefoot

achieving the dream leader College

Yakima Valley Community College has been recognized by Achieving the Dream, a national nonprofit organization, for its success in improving student graduation and retention rates. YVCC is one of 28 leader colleges in the country and the only one in the Pacific Northwest. An example of one of the successes that led to the leader status is increasing the percentage of students who stay in school from fall to winter to 81 percent from 75 percent. Achieving the Dream’s mission is to help community college students of color and low-income levels realize their educational goals.

Teaching Winery YVCC has a teaching winery on the Grandview Campus in which students receive instruction leading to associate in applied science degrees in vineyard technology and winery technology. Included in the Grape and Wine Center are a teaching winery, laboratory, classroom, tasting room, barrel and case storage area, and two incubator (start-up) winery spaces. The curricula provide hands-on training in all aspects of vineyard operations and winemaking through a combination of field, laboratory and theoretical knowledge. The program also offers a series of continuing education courses that focus on educating the public about the Washington wine industry in an effort to generate more knowledgeable consumers.

Title v: hispanic-Serving

institution since 2001

The Federal Government recognizes the challenges HSIs face in meeting the needs of low income, first generation students and provides opportunities for colleges to secure additional funding to design programs to increase these students success. To qualify as an HSI, an institution must have a student population comprised of at least 25 percent of students below the federal poverty threshold and more than 25 percent of students must be of Hispanic descent. Over the last 10 years the proportion of the YVCC student population below the poverty level has been more than twice the required threshold and the percentage of Hispanic descent has risen from 35 percent to 50 percent. During this time, YVCC has provided innovative advising, instructional, and academic support services that have resulted in increased retention and degree completion for non-traditional students. In 2002, the YVCC graduating class was 24 percent Hispanic students. In 2011, the graduating class was comprised of 32 percent Hispanic students. YVCC is one of two community colleges in the State to receive the HSI designation.

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year founded: 1928

Service area: Kittitas, Klickitat, Yakima Counties


Programs: YVCC offers certificates and degrees in 18 professional-technical and 24 general transfer areas of study.

Top 5 Workforce Programs:Business Administration (Accounting, Business Management)

Information TechnologyAllied Health (Allied Health, Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Technology, Medical Assistant)

Business TechnologyNursing





median age 24.5




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1300 Quince Street SE • PO Box 42495Olympia, WA 98504-2495www.sbctc.edu • (360) 704-4400

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