Danika Djuanda | The Seattle Collegian In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, adapting to the needs and preferences of both faculty and students is crucial to fostering effective learning environments. Early this quarter, the English department at Seattle Central conducted surveys to gauge faculty and student preferences regarding class modalities, focusing on striking a balance that sets students up for…
Arturo Solorio 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 to the legacy of the late Martin Luther King Jr. Emceed by DeeDee Sun, a reporter and weekend anchor at…
Marly Koala (she/her) and Elle Vonada (they/them), co-founders of the Progressive Student Union. Photo Credit: Danika Djuanda In 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 co-founded by students Marly Koala and Elle Vonada, is a chapter of SDS, Students for a Democratic Society, a national…
Danika Djuanda | The Seattle Collegian 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 Wyman grew up in central Wisconsin on an 80-acre farm; his childhood was tranquil, simple, and easy — “I felt…
Nemesio Domingo, John Foz, David Della, Paul Ryan Villanueva, Conor Casey, and Tracy Lai || Photo Credit: Danika Djuanda On 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 panel of five experts: David Della, Nemesio Domingo, John Foz, Paul Ryan Villanueva, and Conor Casey. The event marked the…
Danika Djuanda | The Seattle Collegian 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 of personal growth can be every bit as inspiring — as grand narratives and the legends that grace the pages…
Danika Djuanda | The Seattle Collegian Amidst 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 that unfolds like the most compelling of stories — revealing her passion for reading, music, languages, learning, and teaching. The…