The Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade marks the start of summer in Seattle. It showcases Seattle’s unique spirit, flavor, and creativity.
This free event takes place in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood. The activities are mainly centered west of Fremont Ave N on N 35th Street and N 34th Street. The parade begins at the intersection of N 36th Street and Leary Way, and ends in Gasworks Park.
There are food stalls, a craft market, art shows, and live music throughout the weekend. The Solstice parade itself is on Saturday, June 17 at 1:00pm. It will be busy, and it is recommended attendees bus, bike, or use a ride-sharing company to arrive. Parking is extremely limited.
To learn more about the fair and see their schedule, visit their website. While you’re down there having fun, make sure you visit the famous Fremont Troll!
– Meg Humphrey
Photos by Joe Mabel (CC BY-SA 3.0) via Wikimedia Commons
The International Peer Mentors and the Arts & Entertainment Board worked hosted the 2017 Graduation Barbeque at Carkeek Park!
The weather forecast threatened rain and thunderstorms, but it turned out to be beautiful afternoon.
Staff and student workers prepared hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken burgers, and veggie burgers. There were plenty of chips, cookies, and cake to go around.
Some students got into a water gun fight while others started a competitive game of soccer.
It was a fun way for students to come together, celebrate the graduating seniors, and kick off commencement weekend!
Next week is the last finals week of the 2016-2017 school year! Staying relaxed as possible and taking breaks is an important part of studying. To help do your best, make sure you stop by some of the BREATHE events taking place across campus this week.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7
Counseling Center
11:00am – 12:00pm & 1:00pm – 2:00pm (Room 5245)
Pet a Dog and Feel Less Stressed!
PUB
11:00am – 1:00pm (Lobby)
Grab a Free Snack with Alumni & Friends!
Medical care in the U.S. is very expensive! Therefore, as an international student (F-1 visa), you are REQUIRED to have health insurance during your studies at Shoreline Community College. In order to ensure adequate coverage, you MUST purchase this insurance through the College.
Shoreline Community College Requirements
If you are purchasing medical insurance through Shoreline Community College:
The college contracts with Firebird International Insurance, which is provided by Summit America. The cost of the Firebird International Insurance plan is US$366 per quarter. Coverage is also available for your child(ren) and/or spouse during your studies.
You will purchase the insurance plan when you register for classes each quarter and pay the premium along with your tuition.
You are required to attend the Health Care session with a Firebird International Insurance representative during ISOP (new student orientation) and will receive the insurance policy and ID card.
Maximum benefit of U.S. $250,000 per illness or injury
Coverage anywhere in the world including your home country only in the event of an emergency.
Medical evacuation back to your home country – maximum benefit of up to $50,000
Repatriation of remains – maximum benefit of up to $50,000
To view complete coverage and policy details, please visit the Firebird International Insurance website www.fiig-insurance.com.
Orientation is very important for your success. Attendance is mandatory. We recommend arriving at least two days before orientation begins. This will give you time to recover from a long trip and start your college career feeling good!
• receive academic advising and register for classes
• have seminars to help you adjust to living and studying in the USA
• meet the entire International Education (IE) staff
• take a campus tour
• take a Seattle tour
Orientation will be informative and fun! You will make new friends while discovering all that Shoreline Community College has to offer.
**SOME IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Remember to bring your passport and I-20 document, U.S. address/phone # information (host family or apartment), medical insurance information (if you already have one from your country), $20 in cash for the math placement test.
2. If you have taken an English assessment test in the last 2 years and received a high score you may be eligible to enroll directly into college-level English or be placed in advanced English language courses: English for Academic Purposes (EAP). Learn more at our website! *You MUST submit ORIGINAL scores to us 7 days prior to orientation!
3. You will pay tuition and fees AFTER you register for classes. Payment due is within 5 business days of registering or the first day of the quarter, whichever comes first.
4. Payment methods: At the Cashier—credit card (Mastercard or Visa), traveler’s checks, personal checks or cash. Online payment by credit card or payment by phone is also available. (You’ll learn more details at orientation.)
6. If for some reason, you are not going to be able to come to Shoreline Community College as planned, it is VERY IMPORTANT for you to let us know at international@shoreline.edu BEFORE orientation begins. We need to make the necessary changes on your SEVIS record based on immigration regulations.
We look forward to welcoming you to Seattle and our beautiful campus!
Shoreline Community College’s International Peer Mentors will have an Open House event on Thursday, June 1st, from 3:00pm – 5:00pm in the Quiet Dining Room in the PUB!
There will be four stations which includes board games like Tsuro, Connect Four, and Mancala, graduation crafts, fun personality tests, and a community art project!
Free food and drink will be provided, too. Please come have fun and relax with the IPMs before finals!
May 26-29 is the 46th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival! Folklife is a yearly celebration that promotes the arts and cultures that make Washington unique. Over the four day festival, there are over 800 scheduled performances, including music, dance, film, and visual art demonstrations.
The Northwest Folklife Festival is completely free and takes place throughout Seattle Center. The programming begins at 11:00am every day and ends around 9:00pm. You can view the full schedule, see an area map, and find out what food and shopping vendors will be available on their website.
Don’t miss out on this amazing event to learn more about the great communities and artists around Seattle!
Shoreline Community College is proud to be one of the venues for the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF). Shoreline Community College’s opening night reception is Friday, May 26. It will feature The Odyssey (France), which is a stunning biopic of Captain Jacques-Yves Cousteau, a pioneer of sea exploration.
Some highlights of the films at Shoreline Community College include:
Becoming Who I Was (South Korea). From the SIFF website: “After a Buddhist boy in the highlands of northern India discovers that he is the reincarnation of a centuries-old Tibetan monk, his aging godfather takes him on a journey to discover his past in a beautiful story of faith and unconditional love.”
Woodpeckers (Dominican Republic). From the SIFF website: “This hard-hitting but compassionate prison story from Santo Domingo, shot on location with real inmates, tells the love story between two prisoners in neighboring institutions who communicate through an elaborate sign language known as woodpecking.”
Winnie (France). From the SIFF website: “The absorbing life story of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, who fought on the front lines for South African human rights during her husband’s 27-year imprisonment, comes into focus through abundant archival footage and interviews with both her closest friends and those who hoped to silence her.”
Films will be playing all the way through Saturday, June 3rd. You can see the full list of movies playing at Shoreline Community College on the SIFF website, where you can also see the full schedule for all SIFF theaters. Movies are shown in the Shoreline Community College Theatre and tickets are $14 per person, per movie.
The United States celebrated Mother’s Day on May 15th. Shoreline Community College’s International Peer Mentors share how they celebrate their mothers and parents in their home countries!
Clever Cupcakes, Montreal Canada, Mother’s Day Cupcakes (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
Clara Zhang
In China, we celebrate Mother’s day at the second Sunday of May every year. It is the time for mothers to take a break and relax. As children, we usually give our mother carnation as a gift, cook a fancy dinner for our mom, and help with housework. We also sometimes give our mom a massage during that day. The purpose of the Mother’s Day is not only to reduce our mother’s pressure for one day, it is more about raising attention among children to take more care about their mothers.
I would say people in Hong Kong celebrate Mother’s Day like in the US. Grown-up children (usually daughters) would buy flowers and make fancy dinners, as well as spend more time (than usual) with their mums. You know, to appreciate what they have done for us over the years. 🙂 P.S. I love you, mum ❤
Nori Norisa, 娘がかみさんに内緒で母の日プレゼント用意してる (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
Jisa Kang
In Japan, we have custom that we give mother flowers, especially carnations. Kids give them picture or painting stuffs which made by themselves. Adult give them some stuffs sometimes. But I’m feeling that this custom and Mother’s Day are more forgettable than other events like Christmas as well as Father’s Day in next month. In case of me, I have never given something to my mom since I was in elementary school. 😄
Blanche Cizubu
We do not have a proper mother’s day in D.R. Congo. Instead, every May 1st, we celebrate Parent’s Day which is the same day as National Work Day. So, parents don’t go to work which is perfect because we get to spend the entire day with them. What we usually do on that day is go on excursion, cook dinner for the parents, and thank them for everything.
Jinhee Jeong
In South Korea, May 8th was originally Mother’s Day in 1956, but in 1973 it officially became Parent’s Day. Since then in South Korea people have been celebrating Parent’s day. On that day we give thanks to our parents, give them flower (carnation) and gifts (card, etc).
TK Siripornrungrueng
Mother’s day in Thailand is on the 12th of August which is on the Queen’s birthday. All or most of Thai people will wear a blue color shirts, and we will gather to sing a song in honor of the Queen. Also, we will spend most of our time on that day with the family, especially mother.
Moe Khamis
Mother’s day in Jordan is March 21st, we usually celebrate it by buying our mom a gift and a card and going out to have dinner together at night.
Yuron Anggara
Yes, we have Mother’s day in Indonesia. It is not really a big occasion but usually me and my siblings would get a flower or a present and then have dinner afterwards.
The Producers is a beloved musical comedy by Mel Brooks (Young Frankenstein, Space Balls, Blazing Saddles). It tells the story of Max Bialstock, a Broadway producer whose last project utterly failed on opening night. He meets accountant Leo Bloom, who realizes they can make money from Bialstock’s misfortune. They team up to create the world’s worst musical ever!
Performances are in the Campus Theater (1600 Building): Fridays and Saturdays, May 12, 13, 19, 20 at 7:30pm Sunday matinees, May 14, 21 at 3:00pm
Tickets:
Shoreline Community College Students: $12
Seniors, Shoreline Community College Staff, and Non-SCC Students: $16
General Admission: $20
Parking is free during these show times, and there will be refreshments available for purchase. Don’t miss out on this fun and classic American musical!
Shoreline Community College’s International Peer Mentors will have an Open House event on Thursday, June 1st, from 3:00pm – 5:00pm in the Quiet Dining Room in the PUB!
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