Friends of Shoreline Newsletter

Fall is here, and our campus is filled with beautiful autumn colors! We’re excited to share some photos and updates from our community with you.

Bainbridge Island Trip: To take advantage of the lovely fall weather, we took about 40 international students to Bainbridge Island, one of the beautiful islands near Seattle. Students enjoyed the cozy downtown area, boutique shops, and a scenic ferry ride across Puget Sound!

Halloween Party: Halloween is one of our most exciting fall traditions, and on October 23, we hosted our annual Halloween Party! Students wore fun and spooky costumes, danced to lively music, took lots of photos, and joined a costume contest. It was a fun time!

Apply Now for Winter 2026: Orientation begins December 29, and classes start January 5. Students with visa delays can begin online with Shoreline Online Learning and then easily come to campus once they have their visas. 👉 Apply here.

Airport Pickup for Winter 2026: Students can join our airport pickup service on December 27 for $40. The deadline to apply is December 19. It’s an easy and convenient way to get to campus! 👉 Sign up here.

Practice Visa Interviews: Is your student nervous about their visa interview? They can sign up for a free practice interview with Shoreline staff! We’ll share helpful tips and ask sample questions to help students feel confident and ready for their official interview. 👉 Schedule an interview here.

MyPath2ASU (Arizona State University): Did you know Shoreline students can complete their bachelor’s degree fully online through our partnership with Arizona State University (ASU)? This is a great option for students who want flexibility or face visa challenges. 👉 Learn more here.

Sirine began studying at Shoreline in Winter 2023. She started in our English Language Learning Program and now studies Pre-Nursing while working on campus as an International Student Ambassador.

“Back home in Morocco, I often heard wonderful things about Shoreline and how it supports international students. After joining the Pre-Nursing program, I experienced that support myself. The small classes, helpful advisors, and welcoming community make a huge difference. I became an International Student Ambassador because I understand how it feels to be new in a different country and want to help others feel at home. One of my favorite memories so far is welcoming new students at the airport and seeing their excitement for the journey ahead.”

Have questions or comments? Write to us anytime at ieoutreach@shoreline.edu. We’ll be back with more updates next month!