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June 2022 Blog Post

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June 2022 Blog Post

Revisiting Our Past, Forging Our Future

By Ay Saechao, Dean of Student Support & Funding Services,

Hello Highline Scholars,

June is an amazing month. The sun is out longer with better weather, and many of you will be graduating and moving onto your next educational or career journey. It’s a time of celebration, a time to harbor the fruits of our labor. Before we do that, let’s take a moment to reflect on how we got here.

Think of the families, friends, teachers, mentors and people close in your life who have helped shaped you to be the person you are today. Remember their words and actions that have touched your heart. Recall a time where you had an “aha” moment, a moment of clarity, compassion, or life’s lesson that sprinkled on your proverbial doorstep. Did that interaction give you inspiration, helped prioritize your life’s goals, or provided you with further conviction and direction? In addition, how did those interactions shape your value system? Did it elevate the importance of family, health, community, financial stability, or other values and perspectives?

The past two years have been extremely busy. You’ve had to balance many responsibilities from work, school, family and self. Sometimes in the hustle and bustle of it all, we lose track of how we got to where we are. Never forget why you started Highline College in the first place. Always keep close to those who have helped you along the way as they will continue to be with you. That person, memory or value that led you to the doors of Highline will continue to propel you forward. They will serve as a beacon, no matter how choppy the waters maybe. In turn, you will also serve as light for others in need.

With that, CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES, class of 2022! For those who are continuing on at Highline, we look forward to be part of your journey in the quarters to come.

Lastly, I leave you with a quote from a powerful light of mine, who has inspired me and kept me grounded, especially the past two years:

“In an ideal world we would all learn in childhood to love ourselves. We would grow, being secure in our worth and value, spreading love wherever we went, letting our light shine. If we did not learn self-love in our youth, there is still hope. The light of love is always in us, no matter how cold the flame. It is always present, waiting for the spark to ignite, waiting for the heart to awaken and call us back to the first memory of being the life force inside a dark place waiting to be born – waiting to see the light.” – Bell Hooks

Important Dates for Student Success

  • Now! Submit Your 2022-2023 FASFA and WASFA Submission for Fall 2022 to Summer 2023 Funding: Due to limited funds and large volume, students are encouraged to submit their FAFSA or WASFA as soon as possible (Now!). It is important to note that further documents may be required after the FASFA/WASFA submission. Students are encouraged to check their ctcLink “To Do List”
  • Summer Tuition Due: June 13th
  • “Cross the Stage” and Virtual Commencement: June 16th
    • Cross the Stage: From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., celebrate with friends and family as you “Cross the Stage” in the Highline Student Union building to pick up your diploma cover, eat from food trucks, vibe with a DJ and receive a free celebratory yard sign on campus! Share photos and videos of this momentous occasion on social media using #Highline22.
    • Visit our Commencement page for more information https://registration.highline.edu/student-records/commencement/
  • Financial Aid Summer Aid Request Form Due: June 26
    • Students interested in receiving financial aid assistance for Summer term must complete the Summer Aid Request Form.  The form must be submitted no later than June 26, 2022, but students are STRONGLY encouraged to submit their form as soon as possible as funds for Summer term are extremely limited. Students must register for their Summer term classes BEFORE completing the Summer Aid Request Form.  Forms submitted by students who are not registered in any Summer term classes will have their request for summer financial aid denied.
    • Students can complete the Summer Aid Request Form on the Financial Aid Office’s Form’s page: https://financialaid.highline.edu/forms-and-downloads/
  • Summer Quarter Begins: June 27th
  • Summer Quarter Schedule: Starting the week of June 27th
    • Open Monday-Thursday: 8am-5pm
    • Fridays closed

Student Services, Resource, and Activity Highlight

  • ASHC Cap Decorating Event
    • The Associated Students of Highline College invite graduating students to decorate their caps in preparation for the Cross the Stage Commencement event. Supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring additional items to personalize your own design. No glitter, please. This is a drop-in event; you are welcome to stop by at any point.
    • Tuesday, June 14, 2-4 p.m., Building 8, Room 302
    • Contact ashc@highline.edu with questions.
  • Student Employee of the Year
    • Each year the Career and Student Employment Center recognizes student employees, interns, and volunteers for the amazing and invaluable work they do. Supervisors across campus nominate their student employees for the exceptional work our students do. Thank you student employees across campus! This year’s Student Employee of the Year, announced at the Legacy Awards on May 25th, is Ron Lytle. Career & Transfer Services will host a small reception for the nominees and winner on June 9th where all nominees will be receive a certificate of achievement.
  • NEW TRiO Eligibility!!! Apply for TRiO & Receive Support and Guidance!
    • In addition to students who plan to earn an associates and transfer to a bachelor degree program, TRiO is now welcoming students who plan to pursue a certificate or BAS degree to apply for TRiO! This is new for our program and is only temporary while we have limited spots to accept students into the TRiO program. More information about our TRiO eligibility criteria here. 
    • Services Offered: Academic Advising, Professional Mentorship & Coaching, Transfer Advising and University Campus Visits, 1:1 Tutoring, Book & Technology Loan, Scholarship search and application support and much more! All services and resources are free of cost. TRiO students succeed at a higher rate, both with graduation and transferring to a 4-year program. Join our program, our community!
    • TRiO is located in Building 6, 1st floor in the Student Success Center
    • Learn more about TRiO Here
    • Spots are limited: Apply Here!
  • A Road Map to College Success infographic was designed by two students in Highline’s Integrated Design BAS: Hye Yoon Choi and Aliyah Laurea, to visually represent the Student Advising Path.  This road map will be shared across campus, visible on prominent Highline College web pages, and utilized in outreach events.  The Guided Pathways Intake and Advising team, as well as countless stakeholders across campus provided content and feedback throughout the design process.  Thank you! We hope this clarifies the student journey for all! 
  • Refreshment and School Supplies Table!
    • A refreshment and school supplies table is up and running on the top floor of building 6.  Thank you to everyone who has contributed supplies or food, keep them coming!  Please come by for coffee, drinks, snacks and school supplies.
    • Location: Building 6, 2nd Floor [image of the Refreshment and School Supplies Table below]