Lianne Almughirah

The Board of Trustees held a meeting to cover academic and operational topics, including the 2028-2029 academic calendar and lab/course fees for Fall 2026. Actions taken included the renewal of tenure track faculty candidates, tenure considerations, and the appointment of an administrative law judge for faculty reduction in force dismissal hearings. Various constituent reports were presented, including those from classified staff, the Associated Student Government, and faculty representatives. The Board also received reports on finance and budget, recruitment updates, and accreditation progress. Additionally, discussions were held regarding upcoming study sessions.

The board discussed institutional support for undocumented students, emphasizing proactive measures in response to increased federal immigration enforcement activity. This included information on the Washington Application for State Financial Aid, the role of retention specialists, and the establishment of new notification protocols for federal activity on campus. Additionally, the meeting addressed signage regarding public and private campus locations, the development of 'know your rights' materials, and the activities of the Undocumented Student Task Force. Updates were also provided regarding support services and recruitment strategies for international students, noting a focus on stability and academic advising in an uncertain global recruitment landscape.

The meeting included an academic calendar review for the 2028-2029 school year, alongside the establishment of lab and course fees for the Fall 2026 semester. Key action items involved the renewal of tenure track faculty candidates for the first and second years, as well as tenure considerations. The agenda also featured constituent reports from staff, student government, faculty, and the faculty senate. Financial, budget, and recruitment updates were provided, followed by an accreditation report and a discussion concerning topics for an upcoming study session.

The special meeting was called to order after confirming a quorum was present and noting the absence of any signed-up public comment, either in person or online. The primary action taken was moving to enter into an executive session pursuant to RCW42.30.11101g, with a planned return to the regular session afterward. Following the executive session, a motion was made and seconded to adjourn the special meeting.

The Regular Session agenda for the meeting included reports from the Board Chair, an Accreditation report, and a Finance & Budget report. Constituent reports were provided by the Shoreline Classified Staff (WFSE), Associated Student Government (ASG), Faculty (SCCFT), and Faculty Senate. Action items included a first reading of the 2028-2029 Academic Calendar and fees for Fall 2026, approval of Faculty Sabbatical Leave Proposals for 2026-2027, and the appointment of an Administrative Law Judge. The Study Session focused on supporting immigrant and international students. Public comments extensively covered concerns regarding payroll errors affecting classified staff, the importance of retaining the Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program instructor, and advocating for the General Motors ASEP program. The Finance & Budget report included YTD updates for State Support and Grant Funds as of December 31, 2025.