On Jan. 12, the Seattle Colleges commemorated its 51st Annual Community Celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. at South Seattle College’s Brockey Center. The event brought students, staff, faculty, and speakers together in a tribute…
Posts published by “Danika Djuanda”
Danika is an aspiring journalist based in Seattle. Born and raised in Jakarta, she has long been drawn to the gravity of stories—the way they hold what might otherwise slip through the day. As editor-in-chief, she approaches her work with curiosity more than certainty, trusting small details to reveal larger truths. For her, storytelling is less about control than attention: a practice of listening closely and noticing what remains after the noise.
Central’s Progressive Student Union: advocating, educating, and resisting for Palestine and beyond
Danika DjuandaIn the dynamic corridors of our community college, a movement is underway — one that endeavors to amplify voices, question established norms, and foster dialogues on urgent global concerns. The Progressive Student Union, an initiative…
Housing yellowed newspapers, stacked books, eclectic dusty objects, and gifts from students, Jeb Wyman’s office displays his 30 years of teaching and is perhaps a reflection of himself—flawed, fortunate, and fully human. A Naive State…
Unearthing history: Seattle Central’s commemorative program centers landmark Supreme Court case and Filipino American struggles for justice
Danika DjuandaOn Oct. 26, 2023, Seattle Central hosted a college-wide community program titled “Burden of Proof: Wards Cove v. Atonio, a Bittersweet Landmark Supreme Court Case.” The session, moderated by Professor Tracy Lai, featured a distinguished…
When we delve into the realm of history, our thoughts naturally steer toward pivotal events and iconic figures; we often overlook the treasure trove of personal histories that we carry within ourselves. These untold stories…
A Harmony of Passions: The Journey of Sharon Spence-Wilcox Through Books, Music, Learning, and Teaching
Danika DjuandaAmidst the diverse landscape of Seattle Central College, a particular figure has etched her legacy over the course of two remarkable decades. Sharon Spence-Wilcox, a faculty librarian, embodies the essence of an extraordinary life journey…