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Departments and Initiatives

DRAFT

Following is a listing of the various departments and units engaged in our work, followed by the projects and initiatives comprising that work.

Departments

College Enrollment Teams

A districtwide coalition of enrollment professionals is designing a student-centered Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM) Plan that reflects Seattle Colleges’ goals and our communities’ needs.

District and College Financial Aid Teams

We are partnering across campuses to streamline financial aid processes and reimagine a unified financial aid website.

Institutional Effectiveness

Our Institutional Effectiveness team engages in applied research and analytics to inform decisions by the Board of Trustees, Chancellor, and college leadership. Visit the Institutional Effectiveness website.

International Programs

For over 50 years, our three colleges have been welcoming learners from around the globe and equipping them with innovative pathways to thrive in a global society. Explore our International Programs website.

Projects and Initiatives

Accreditation Support

We guide each college through accreditation cycles to ensure quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Title III Funding Navigation Grant

We are leveraging our Cooperative SIP grant to help students identify and secure the financial resources they need. Learn about how we are Helping Students Navigate Funding Options.

Guided Pathways

We are implementing a cohesive framework that clarifies academic paths, boosts retention, and accelerates credential completion. Need Link: Discover Guided Pathways.

Strategic Enrollment Management (SEM)

We are leading the development and rollout of a comprehensive SEM Plan that puts students first and aligns with districtwide priorities. Resources and planning tools include:

  • Strategic Enrollment Management Tools
  • Strategic Planning
  • Strategic Planning Tracking

Institutional Strategic Planning

We are shaping a shared vision, core commitments, and high-level strategies—all tailored to each college’s unique strengths. View the Strategic Plan.

Seattle Colleges Federal Changes Task Force

In response to recent federal changes regarding higher education and related grants and programs, Seattle Colleges formed the Seattle Colleges Federal Changes Task Force to discuss these changes, identify potential impacts, and process strategies to move forward. We are committed to supporting our community while navigating this uncertain terrain. The Response to Federal Actions website serves as the main source of current information and resources. 
 

League for Innovation

As Seattle Colleges’ Board Representative to the League for Innovation in the Community College, we spearhead pioneering practices and collaborate nationally to advance student success. Visit the League for Innovation website.