North Seattle College students partnered with Edmonds College students on an archaeological dig on North's campus at the site of remnants of the Kumasaka Farmhouse and Green Lake Gardens Co. The location, near the southbound lanes of I-5 and the pedestrian bridge, consists of residential and greenhouse debris and infrastructure associated with a first-generation Japanese American family. This is…
In Fall 2022, Nguyen Tran embarked on her academic journey at North Seattle College (NSC). Now, she is proudly graduating Cum Laude with her Associate of Arts (AA-DTA) , a significant milestone that paves the way for her future in health information management. Her passion for this field was nurtured during her time as a medical assistant in secondary and high school. Helping her mother, a…, A message to Nguyen’s fellow graduates: , To all of us, NSC peers, keep pushing forward! There’s an equivalent amount of success in every single effort that we are putting into. They may not seem significant now, but each step we take brings us closer to our goals. One day, we’ll look back and realize how far we’ve gone from the starting point. Embrace the journey, embrace the growth, and believe in the flamboyant masterpiece we’re…
Note: The following first appeared in the Seattle Colleges Foundation’s “The College Minute” newsletter., Onetime North Seattle College student Aaron Small, is quickly getting accustomed to a new body of water — the, Stade Nautique de Vaires-sur-Marne, . Ordinarily you’d find him and his paddling partner, Jonas Ecker, on Seattle’s Green Lake. Today both are at the Paris Olympics, representing the US in the two-man 500m Canoe Sprint. With a seventh-place finish in the 2022 World Championships, and relentless training in the time since, the two are strong medal contenders. Aaron Small, right and his race partner, Aaron Small, right, and his race partner, Jonas Eckert, in the Canoe Sprint that qualified them for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. (Photo courtesy Everett Herald/Cathy Kasperbauer) , Aaron, newly 23, grew up in Seattle, took part in Scouting (rising to Eagle Scout), and graduated from Roosevelt High School. He then enrolled at the University of Washington, where he’ll soon complete his bachelor's degree in Oceanography. In his apparently abundant free time, he's also completed the demanding, EMT/Paramedic certificate program, at North Seattle College, . And the Outdoor Emergency Care certification of the National Ski Patrol. And —, oh yeah, — trained relentlessly at Green Lake with his friend Jonas, growing stronger with every stroke. Aaron has achieved all this, while also being hard of hearing, , a condition diagnosed in Kindergarten. “Before that, I went around asking ‘What?’ many times, and people having to repeat themselves,” he recalls. “It was frustrating for me and frustrating for them. Getting hearing aids did help a lot. "There were some bullying instances because kids didn’t really understand why I was wearing these ‘weird, alien’ devices in my ears., If I could talk to my younger self, I’d try to encourage him, and say that hearing aids are no different than glasses. They’re just helping everyone stay connected. It’s nothing to be ashamed of." Aaron also notes that, at times, not hearing can be a blessing. “When I’m paddling, it’s kind of my therapy for the day, and I find it quite meditative. Sometimes I even take out my hearing aids and tune out for a little bit.” When they’re in, he feels lucky to…, More about Aaron:, Seattle Olympian champions deaf and hard of hearing athletes | KING5.com
The Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) program, which has served more than 160 North Seattle College (NSC) students over the past two years, was renewed for another three years, thanks to a $1.5 million National Science Foundation grant. The funding enables continued growth of the program, whose purpose is to strengthen the preparation, representation and success of…, Other highlights of the program in its first two years include:, Thirty-five students completing research in the form of an internship, a summer research experience and/or the college’s Undergraduate Research course. Dozens of students attending STEM conferences across the country where they presented their research. Building partnerships with external partners such as Microsoft, UW Medicine, the University of Washington Clean Energy Institute, the Pacific…, Who was Louis Stokes? , Louis Stokes (Feb. 23, 1925 - Aug. 18, 2015) was a civil rights attorney who served 30 years as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives for the state of Ohio. Stokes was the first African American congressperson elected in Ohio, as well as the first African American to serve on the House Appropriations committee (which oversees all federal spending bills). More information about his…
Q:, When did you start at NSC? , A:, I first began taking classes at North Seattle College all the way back in the Summer 2004- back when it was still called “North Seattle Community College”, Q:, What are you studying and what award are you earning (degree, certificate, etc.)? , A:, Associate of Arts DTA [LASDTAA] Direct Transfer Degree., Q:, What field would you like to go into? , A:, My end goal is a Masters in School Counseling. I dream is to work as a middle school counselor., Q:, Favorite class and/or favorite memory at NSC? , A:, It’s so hard to pick a favorite class! I think every class I have taken has truly been my favorite. From Early Childhood Education, to Math, Psychology, Creative Writing. I have garnered important skills and knowledge from all my classes. Each instructor has been a person I have grown to care about., Q:, Why NSC? , A:, I remember when my mother attended North Seattle College, I must have been three or four years old at the time. I remember her taking me to the library and setting me on the counter while she checked out books and bought me jellybeans. I remember gazing up at the large papier-mâché Spider-Man (Please bring back spider-man to the library!) hanging down from the ceiling, and just being in awe of…, Q:, Did you utilize any student support services at NSC? , A:, I utilized the North Seattle advisors , the tutoring center , as well as disability services . The advising appointments helped to keep me on track and reach my goals. The tutors were helpful to get that extra time I needed outside of class to stay on top of my studies. The disability services provided me adequate accommodations so that I was better prepared and able to succeed on my educational…, Q:, Boundaries/obstacles/challenges that you’ve overcome?, A:, I started at North Seattle College right out of high school. I was going to school part-time, working 40+ hours a week in JustServe AmeriCorps, as well as working the weekends as an in-home-care provider to young adults with special needs. I have a lot of drive, and this is something that has stayed with me throughout the years. Unfortunately, I ended up in an abusive relationship that lasted for…, Q: Where do you draw your inspiration from?, A:, I draw inspiration from my mother, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. My mother is the strongest person I know – she is also a huge supporter of me and my dreams. My faith has also inspired me to be the best person that I can be, and to remember that no matter how hard life gets there is one that has overcome the world and understands all of our joy and pain. My son also inspires me to do my best,…, Q:, Why is getting a higher education important to you? , A:, I think continuing education is an important part of keeping our minds active and focused. My college education is so important to me because I need to achieve a Masters in School Counseling in order to become a school counselor. This transfer degree is the first step along that path., Q:, What’s next after NSC?, A:, This Fall of 2024 I will begin my junior year at the University of Arizona online. I will be working towards obtaining my BA in Psychology, with a Minor in Spanish., Q:, Anything else you’d like to share?, A:, It feels like everything is finally coming full circle, and I am so grateful to be completing this first part of my journey back where it all started, at North Seattle College!
North Seattle College (NSC) honored the class of 2024 during the Seattle Colleges commencement ceremony June 21 at T-Mobile Park. Some 1,138 graduates completed their programs and earned a degree or certificate during a time in which students have faced many challenges, not the least of which was a global pandemic that has drastically changed the way the college community taught and learned. In…, North Seattle College conferred a total of 1,382 awards this year, including:, 357 academic transfer degrees, enabling graduates to transfer to four-year colleges and universities in Washington and beyond to complete their bachelor’s degrees. 173 career training associate of science degrees and certificates, preparing graduates to enter the workforce immediately. 653 short-term certificates, allowing graduates to enter/re-enter the workplace with improved skills…
Part-time work study and student hourly employment opportunities at the NSC Early Learning Center. Support lead teachers working with children 18 months – 5 years Prepare materials and equipment under the direction of a teacher or program manager Assist with preparation, presentation and clean up of projects and activities such as art projects, bulletin boards, outdoor activities Assist in…
