By Sabrina Springer, Student Ambassador Lead– Title III, Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion & Student Leadership and Multicultural Programs, Meet TRIO SSS (Student Support Services) Navigator Jeffrey Bermudes. Jeffrey shares more information about TRIO in an interview with Sabrina Springer., Jeffrey Bermudes, TRIO Navigator Jeffrey Bermudes, What is your role as the Navigator for the TRIO grant?, My role is to serve as the main point person to connect students who identify as first generation, low income or with disabilities to resources on campus to ensure they receive the assistance they need. I work as a generalist integrating advising, mentoring, and financial literacy and depend on our campus partners including academic advising, financial aid, and the United Way’s Benefits Hub at…, What is your favorite part about working on the TRIO grant?, My favorite part about working in this capacity is making meaningful connections with the students in a way that they feel supported and that they are given the resources they need to be successful in their academic journey. I feel honored to help students demystify this process., What is the best way for faculty and other staff to refer students to TRIO’s comprehensive support program?, The best way to refer potentially eligible students is to email me with the student copied (cc) on the introductory email. This way the student has my contact information and I have theirs. Once we are able to resume on-campus activities, then we can ensure students know how to get to the TRIO offices if they need our assistance and navigation through the many resources offered. For faculty, you…, What is your end goal or vision for success for TRIO students?, Ideally, I envision our TRIO students graduating from North or obtaining the necessary courses to transfer to a university and feeling proud of their accomplishments., What encouragement would you like to give TRIO students?, I was also a First Gen student with similar struggles and felt validated in my struggle from an advisor of color who understood me. It is with this lens that I encourage first generation, low income, or students with disabilities to contact me if they need help navigating through their college journey.
Dr. Chemene Crawford has been appointed president of North Seattle College (NSC) effective June 1, 2021, after serving for nearly a year in an interim capacity. “Without a doubt, Dr. Crawford has proven to be the right leader at the right time,” said Seattle Colleges Chancellor Shouan Pan. “She assumed her leadership role at the height of the pandemic and approached her responsibilities with a…, NSC President Dr. Chemene Crawford, Crawford was appointed interim president of NSC on June 1, 2020, after a formal search process. As interim president, she is credited for: Successfully managing the leadership transition and restructuring the college’s leadership team Achieving a balanced college budget and addressing financial structural issues Making important leadership contributions to districtwide equity, diversity, and…, Education and Professional Background , Crawford holds a Doctor of Education degree in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University as well as a Master of Human Resources and Organization Development degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Organizational Behavior, both from the University of San Francisco. Prior to serving as interim president for NSC, she most recently served as an associate vice chancellor for the…
By Oralea Howard, Program Specialist, Continuing Education, Let’s step back to the fall of 1970; the very first quarter students ventured onto the newly-constructed North Seattle College. No cell phones, no personal computers, no Zoom… and no music rooms! When Fred Radke came to campus as a founding member of the Music Program, there was no dedicated space for the program yet. “We needed places to teach!” Radke remembers. “Well, we commandeered a restroom…, played with Harry James, Duke Ellington, Tommy Dorsey Orchestras, ); Bill Muncey on Alto Sax (, world-famous hydroplane racer, ); Bob Barbey on Piano (, accompanist for Gina Funes, ); among others. “And so we start this band, and we really make an impact. The word gets out about this community band with some pretty heavy-duty musicians. All of a sudden, the students start coming, and they want to study.” At one point during his tenure with the Music Department, Radke was leading two big bands and four combos in which students could play alongside seasoned, professional…, The Polaris, . The Jazz Ensemble has performed at North Seattle College each quarter since 1970. And although COVID-19 required the band to take a brief intermission in 2020, Radke is hoping to be back together performing in the fall, depending on CDC and college safety guidelines. “It’s very exciting for younger people to connect with these musicians,” said Ned Smith, Jazz Ensemble drummer since 2006. “A…
North Seattle College Accounting Club Accounting and Business Virtual Career Fair June 3, 5 - 7 pm, Attend virtual career fair via Zoom Meeting ID: 949 2130 2477 Accounting and Financial Women's Alliance WSCPA Student Outreach & Initiatives – Coordinator, Benjamin Warren NSC Accounting with International Accounting Bachelor of Applied Science Program – Program Advisor, Cate O'Dahl NSC Faculty And others! For more information, contact: accountingclub.north@seattlecolleges.edu
2021 Graduation and Juneteenth Celebration, Saturday, June 19, 2021 11 am - 2 pm North Seattle College Visit the graduation celebration page for more information.
The Noris E. Daniel Fellowship was recently established with the intention of supporting racially, ethnically, and linguistically diverse members of the workforce to complete master’s degree programs and enter the statewide Early Childhood Education (ECE) faculty pool. “The Noris E. Daniel fellowship honors Ms. Daniel’s commitment to the teachers of young children by supporting racially and…, ABOUT EEIC, EEIC is a national funder collaborative that has come together to achieve a big vision. We are fiscally sponsored by TSNE MissionWorks, an organization that provides grants and financial management, consulting, and training services to strengthen nonprofits.
Save time and avoid the lines! NSC is hosting North Star Welcome Day on, Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the admissions & registration area on the second floor of the College Center building., Come to campus so you can get your photo ID, CANVAS log in assistance, last minute advising and admissions and registration assistance. The cashier's office, testing, e-Learning, and enrollment services will also be available to help get you ready for Fall quarter.
