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Board of Trustees Study Session and Meeting

Monday, November 4, 2019

The Boardroom (W305A)

9 am to 11 am

Study Session 9 am

Accreditation Site Visit Debrief

Bright Futures Benefit Breakfast Debrief

Dr. Ruby Hayden

Elisabeth Sorensen

Meeting 9:30 am

Roll Call

Consent Calendar:

Approval of Agenda

Minutes, October 7, 2019

Laura Wildfong

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General Discussion

Public Comments: Individuals may sign in for public comment,

limited to 3 minutes each1

Introduction of New Employees

Laura Wildfong

Dr. Amy Morrison

Reports

Associated Student Government

President

Board Chair

Trustees Activities Update

Foundation Liaison

Federation of Teachers

Federation of Classified Staff

Financial Summary

Administration

Ellienn Tatar

Dr. Amy Morrison

Laura Wildfong

Trustees

Dr. Lynette Jones

Dr. Andrea Westman

Heidi Davis

Bruce Riveland

Executive Cabinet

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1 Public comment is limited to matters which are not of a quasi-judicial nature. No more than six speakers may address the

Board on any one subject. If there are both proponents and opponents of a matter who wish to speak, only the first three persons

speaking in favor of the matter and the first three persons speaking in opposition of the matter may address the Board.

Action Items

Item 1038

Transforming Lives Nomination

Item 1039, Resolution 123

Grant Trustee Emeritus Status to Bruce J. Reid

Item 1040, Resolution 124

Grant Trustee Emeritus Status to Donald Mukai

Laura Wildfong

Laura Wildfong

Laura Wildfong

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Call Executive Session

The Board of Trustees may convene to an Executive Session to discuss matters covered under RCW

42.30.110, which may include:

1. To evaluate the performance of a public employee(s)

2. To discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation matters

3. To discuss and consider real estate acquisition

4. To plan or adopt the strategy or position to be taken by the governing body during the course of

any collective bargaining, professional negotiations, or grievance or mediation proceedings, or

review the proposals made in the negotiations or proceedings while in progress.

Action from the Executive Session may be taken in Regular Session, if necessary, as a result of items

discussed in the Executive Session.

Action Items Discussed in Executive Session

Items for Future Discussion

Adjournment

Lake Washington Institute of Technology will schedule meetings in locations that are free of mobility barriers, and interpreters for deaf

individuals and Braille or taped information for blind individuals can be provided when adequate notice is given to the Office of the

President, 425.739.8200.

Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, October 7, 2019

Study Session 7:30 am Meeting 8:30 am

Study Session: Dr. Ruby Hayden, Vice President of Student Services and Accreditation Liaison Officer, led the Board of Trustees in a study session to prepare for LWTech’s evaluation visit October 21-23, 2019. She also provided the Board of Trustees an update on enrollment. The presentation is appended Elisabeth Sorensen, Executive Director, LWTech Foundation, updated the Board of Trustees on preparations for the Bright Futures Benefit Breakfast schedule for October 29, 2019. The presentation is appended. The meeting was called to order at 8:44 am. Roll Call Board of Trustees: Laura Wildfong, Chair Anne Hamilton, Vice Chair Dr. Lynette D. Jones Robert Malte Darrell Mitsunaga Derek Edwards (AAG) LWTech Faculty and Staff: A list of LWTech employees in attendance is appended. Consent Calendar: The calendar that included the August 12, 2019 meeting minutes was approved by consent. Introductions New Employees:

• Dr. Suzanne Ames, Vice President Instruction, introduced: Tuan Dang, Dean of Instruction, High School Programs, An Chu, Coordinator, Running Start, Andrew Fischer, Associate Professor, Computer Security and Network Technology, Dr. Aparna Sen, Dean of Instruction, Health Sciences.

• Dr. Aparna Sen, Dean, introduced Tracy Lambert, Assistant Professor, Dental and Gayle Shimokura, Assistant Professor, Public Health.

• Michael Richmond, Dean, introduced Clayton Webster, Assistant Professor, Welding. • Dr. Ruby Hayden, Vice President Student Services, introduced Crystal McKeag, Workforce

Development Specialist. • Meena Park, Executive Director, Human Resources, introduced the 2019-2020 LEADS

cohort: Asma Abdulrahman, Heidi Davis, Sarah Dewitt, Jolene Hartnett, Josephine Kiu, Tia Lawson, Lisa Meehan, Margo Toner, Meisha Wangerin, and Clayton Webster.

• Ellienn Tatar, President, Associated Student Government (ASG) introduced the 2019-2020 ASG officers: Foram Joshi, Vice President, Pablo Bautista, Public Relations, Nathan Nguyen, Finance, and Lulu Corona, Records.

Reports

Lake Washington Institute of Technology Board of Trustees Meeting October 7, 2019 2 ASG: Ellienn Tatar distributed a written report to the Board of Trustees. He also reported that ASG officers participated in training about the legislative process and how to work with college administration. Accomplishments over the summer included: having the library open and resources available to students the Friday during finals week (during the summer the campus closed at noon), and the East Mall remodel. President Amy Morrison reported that:

• President Amy Morrison announced that Bruce Riveland was hired as LWTech’s Vice President of Administrative Services.

• The college participated in Opening Week activities which included implicit bias training, professional development workshops, and years of service awards.

• She welcomed students as they prepared for the start of fall quarter at New Student Orientation.

• She attended LWTech’s first Retirees Luncheon where she welcomed back to campus more than two dozen of former employees. She thanked the LWTech Foundation, its Board of Directors, Elisabeth Sorensen, Samantha Dale and Gayle Shimakura for their work planning and hosting this event.

• She met with Reps. Roger Goodman, Larry Springer and Vandana Slatter to thank them for their outstanding support, especially last legislative session.

• She and Dr. Eric Murray, President, Cascadia College, co-authored an opinion editorial (op-ed) that ran in the Bothell and Kirkland Reporters. The op-ed discussed the reinvestment in Washington community and technical colleges.

• She expressed her thanks to the Associated Student Government for funding and their thoughtful design of the cafeteria and mall in the East building.

• Meena Park, Executive Director, Human Resources earned her Masters of Science degree in Management and Leadership.

• There will be a farewell celebration for Bill Thomas, Vice President of Administrative Services, on Friday, November 1, 2019 at noon in W305A.

Board Chair: Chair Laura Wildfong reminded the Board of Trustees of the upcoming Washington Association of College Trustees fall conference on November 8, 2019. The Board of Trustees recognized outgoing chair, Trustee Mitsunaga, and thanked him for his service. Item 1037: The Board of Trustees expressed their individual and collective gratitude and respect for Bill Thomas, Vice President of Administrative Services, who will retire on November 1, 2019. The Board unanimously passed resolution 122 recognizing Bill Thomas’ contributions. Foundation Liaison: Trustee Dr. Lynette Jones reported that the LWTech Foundation held their annual barbecue on September 11, 2019 at Dick and Diane Haelsig’s home. She reminded the Board of Trustees of the annual Bright Futures Benefit Breakfast scheduled for the morning of October 29, 2019. LWTech Federation of Teachers: Dr. Andrea Westman, President, reported that:

• The Federation is recruiting for positions on its executive board and bargaining team. • The Federation continues to advocate for the legislature to “Reinvest in Our Colleges”. • On October 10, 2019, the Federation there will be a celebration for faculty. It will be their first

paycheck (after returning from summer) with the 8% cost of living adjustment.

Lake Washington Institute of Technology Board of Trustees Meeting October 7, 2019 3 Written Reports:

• Financial Summary, Bill Thomas • Executive Cabinet

At 9:21 am, Chair Laura Wildfong called the meeting into Executive Session to discuss the performance of a public employee. The meeting reconvened at 9:50 am. There was no action taken. Items for Future Discussion: Software and grants updates. Chair Laura Wildfong adjourned the meeting at 9:52 am. Respectfully submitted,

Heather DeGraw Executive Assistant to the President

Executive Cabinet Report to Board of Trustees

Board Meeting Date:

November 4, 2019

Submitted by:

Leslie Shattuck

Department:

Communications and Marketing

The Communications and Marketing team (team) spent October supporting several departments

across the college. The following is an update of the top-level projects they worked on during the

month, as they align with trustee goals and strategies for the 2019-2020 academic year. There are

currently 163 active projects in the department.

Board Goal 3: Build community connections for the College.

☒ Support LWTech’s outreach initiatives.

College Outreach Initiatives:

Public Relations and Social Media

The team continued their work to engage local, regional and national reporters/writers to elevate

awareness of the college. The college received coverage in the following media outlets:

Kirkland Reporter

Recession Proofing Your Career Series

o http://www.kirklandreporter.com/business/recession-proofing-your-career/

The team is currently working on press releases/pitches about:

Monthly Kirkland Reporter Column: Recession Proofing Your Career (November)

Articulation agreement with Northeastern University

The team conducted social media outreach which included posts on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter

and LinkedIn. Social media engagement continues to perform well. Social media outreach over the

past month promoted the Fall Job Fair, Fall Resource Fair, programs, info sessions, the dental clinic,

Winter registration, campus and community events, and much more.

Website and Social Media Analytics

The following is the overview of website and social media analytics for September.

Website Highlights, September

Overall traffic in September was up by 30%, with the number of users up by 30%,

and pageviews up by 26% from last month. Compared to 2018, traffic was up by 1.6%, with

6.5% more users, and 3.6% more pageviews. The increase from the previous month is

attributed to the start of fall quarter in September. The increase in year-over-year traffic can

be attributed to efforts from various efforts, including advertising, social, and outreach and

recruitment.

http://www.kirklandreporter.com/business/recession-proofing-your-career/

Nursing, Dental Hygiene and Design program pages continue to be the top three program

pages with increases in visits from last month and from the previous year. Continual efforts

in updating and SEOing content help with the year-over-year growth.

Visits from social media were down however by 14.5% from August and down by 48% in year-

over-year visits. Most visits were from Facebook advertising targeting Fall registration and

Engineering, but with decreased budget for advertising.

Searches were up by 26.5% this month, with 15% more clicks from searches than in August.

The most visited day was Monday, September 23 with 5,028 visits. The least visited day was

Saturday, September 13 with 913 visits.

Social Media Highlights, September

Audience reach continued to grow at the same pace by 1% in September from August and

9% from July 2018. The increase is considered to be at a normal rate as would be expected

for this time of year.

Overall engagement was down by 21% from last month, and down by 38% from the same

time last year. Impressions were also down this month by 24% from last month and down by

16% from the same time last year. A drop impressions from August is mainly due to a

decrease in advertising due to decreasing advertising budget.

Website

The team continued their work with ongoing maintenance and updates to the website.

Annual Report

The team continued work on the 2018-2019 Annual Report, which will be unveiled at the Bright

Futures Benefit Breakfast on October 29th.

Transformations Magazine

The team continued their work interviewing students, faculty, staff and industry partners for the

2020 edition of Transformations magazine.

Viewbook

The team, in partnership with Student Services, began planning for the next Viewbook.

President’s Office Support

The team provided communications support to the President’s office.

LWTech Foundation Support

The team continued their work on several promotional pieces for the Bright Future Benenfit

Breakfast.

Student and Staff Stories

The team continued to identify and interview students, faculty, and alumni for a variety of outreach

purposes, including PR outreach, printed and online materials.

Key conferences and events

Leslie Shattuck, as President of the State Board for Community and Technical College (SBCTC) Public

Information Commission, attended the Washington Association of Community and Technical College

(WACTC) Presidents Legislative and Public Information committee meeting in Port Angeles. She also

attended the fall Public Information Commission meeting in Bellginham.

Kimberly Goddard attended the University and College Designers Association (UCDA) national

conference which was held in Portland, OR.

Alisa Shtromberg attended the Seattle Interactive Conference (SIC) in Seattle.

Other Departmental Activities/Highlights

Digisign Updates

The team continued to update content on the campus-wide digisign system.

Programs and Department Support

The team worked on several marketing projects for various programs throughout the college. These

included brochures, banners, rack cards, and flyers, just to name a few.


Board Meeting Date:

November 4, 2019

Submitted by:

Elisabeth Sorensen

Department:

LWTech Foundation

The LWTech Foundation continues to raise funds in support of LWTech’s outstanding programs,

students and campus initiatives.

Board Goal 1: Provide strong leadership and direction for the college

☒ Support the accreditation process.

☒ Evaluate implementation of the LWTech’s strategic plan.

☒ Evaluate and approve policies that promote student enrollment, achievement, and completion.

☒ Evaluate and approve policies that support the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion plan in both the

learning and workplace environments.

Accreditation

The Foundation supported the NWCCU Commission Year 7 Accreditation visit by funding food and

snacks for forums and meetings throughout the visit.

Strategic Plan

The Foundation continues to engage retirees following a very successful LWTech Retirees Luncheon

(Thursday, September 19) with a retirees table at the LWTech Foundation’s Annual Bright Futures

Benefit Breakfast on Tuesday, October 29.

Supporting the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion plan in both the learning and workplace environments

The Foundation continues to fund materials, trainings and professional development opportunities

that support LWTech’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan.

Board Goal 2: Evaluate and support resource development initiatives.

☒ Support LWTech Foundation efforts to increase revenues available for scholarships, programs,

faculty and staff professional development, and college support.

☒ Support opportunities for public-private partnerships that contribute to scholarships, programs,

and faculty and staff professional development.

☒ Support LWTech’s efforts to participate in grant programs that benefit scholarships, programs, and

faculty and staff professional development.

Support LWTech Foundation efforts to increase revenues available for scholarships, programs,

faculty and staff professional development, and college support

The LWTech Foundation’s 2019 Annual Bright Futures Benefit Breakfast scheduled for Tuesday,

October 29 at 7:00 a.m. We are planning another spectacular event filled with inspiring student

remarks and videos and a delicious breakfast prepared by our talented culinary and baking arts

students.

The LWTech Foundation is pleased to welcome the following three new board members:

Glenn Gardner, President and General Manager, Synrad

Ann Habernigg, Attorney, Microsoft

Nazanin Nabaie, Dental Hygienist, Implant and Periodontics Specialists

2019 LWTech Annual Distinguished Alumnae

Public-private partnerships that contribute to scholarships, programs, and faculty and staff

professional development

The Foundation continues to explore a laptop computer scholarship program to meet the need of

students who do not have laptop computers. The lack of a laptop computer, especially for students

who work full-time and have children, can negatively impact student achievement.

Support LWTech’s efforts to participate in grant programs that benefit scholarships, programs, and

faculty and staff professional development

The Foundation secured a generous grant in the amount of $70,000 from The Peierls Foundation for

High School Programs and Early Childhood Education support.

The Foundation has tentatively scheduled a visit to LWTech’s campus for Brian Peierls, The Peierls

Family Foundation for Monday, July 6 and Tuesday, July 7, 2020.


☒ In coordination with the president, actively participate and engage in community activities.

Actively participate and engage in community activities

Elisabeth Sorensen continues to serve (as LWTech’s representative) on the Greater Kirkland

Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.


Board Meeting Date:

November 4, 2019

Submitted by:

Meena Park

Department:

Human Resources, Payroll & Benefits

The HR/Payroll & Benefits team continues to support the College in various ways.

Below is a summary of ongoing projects as they align with trustee goals and strategies for the 2018-

19 academic year. Where there is a checked box, the department supported this work over the last

month. Focus will vary from month to month over the course of the year. There is an additional

section “Other Departmental Activities/Highlights” at the end of the report where additional project

information is included.


☒Evaluate and approve policies that support the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion plan in both the

learning and workplace environments

☒Evaluate and approve policies that support faculty and staff development and retention


4 Community

A ‘Block Party’ is scheduled for October 30, focusing on the first building block – Interact

Intentionally. These discussions will serve as an outlet for colleagues to come and cultivate positive

relationships and build solid foundations for a respectful and joyful work environment.

Support and promotion of faculty and staff development and retention

Professional Development Needs Survey

Our annual professional development needs survey has been sent out. The feedback that we

receive will be instrumental as we develop training and activities that relevant and impactful to

employees.

Employee Recognition

After the successful launch of the Employee Appreciation events last year, the HR Advisory is on to

its next project: Employee Recognition.

Employee Appreciation

The Fall Employee Appreciation event is scheduled for November 12. The theme is TGIF – “Thank

Goodness It’s Fall” and will include an apple caramel bar and a Tree of Thanks activity. Already in its

second year, the Employee Appreciation events builds on LWTech’s values of Inclusion, Innovation,

Collaboration and Respect as it celebrates our incredibly hardworking employees and provides an

opportunity for them to engage with each other.

LEADS

The first 2019-20 LEADS session was held on October 11 with Dr. Morrison sharing her 1, 5, 10 year

goal setting process followed by Rhonda DeWitt’s goal setting presentation. This year’s cohort will

tackle the Real World topics of: 1) What can our entire college community do, with no (minimal)

additional resources, to close success and opportunity gaps for under-represented and under-

resourced students; 2) How do we ensure that all external contacts with the college are handled

promptly, professionally, and help us build stronger community relationships and support; and 3)

What could our college do, with minimal cost, to engage with alumni.


☒Participate in key conferences and events, such as ACT and legislative functions

☒In coordination with the president, actively participate and engage in community activities


On November 6, Ms. Meena Park will attend the Student Success Institute conference at Vancouver,

WA.

On November 7 – 8, Meena Park will attend the HRMC conference at Peninsula College. Topics of

discussion include Paid Family Medical Leave, the IT pay structure, Initiative I-1000, and High

Demand Salaries.

Other HR/Payroll Activities

Bargaining for the Classified Administrative Support group has been extended by 1 year. IBB training

for the Faculty group is scheduled for October 29.

Benefits open enrollment will start November 1. HR/Payroll will be holding information workshops to

assist employees with benefits changes.


Board Meeting Date:

11/4/2019

Submitted by:

Chris McLain

Department:

Information Technology


☒ Support LWTech leading up to and through ctcLink implementation.

Support LWTech leading up to and through ctcLink implementation

LWTech hosted the State Board’s ctcLink project management group on campus in October for a

road show presentation on the project. Key members of the LWTech ctcLink working group and the

LWTech Executive Cabinet were in attendance and learned about the project’s scope and timetable.

LWTech will begin Legacy data cleanup in November and will begin public reporting on the status of

the project at the end of the month.

ITS has been working in conjunction with system schools to determine best practices to managing

data security and securing personally identifiable information (PII). The department is working on

developing a best practices guide for employees and will be working with HR to develop appropriate

levels of staff training for existing staff and as part of the onboarding process.


Board Meeting Date:

November 4, 2019

Submitted by:

Suzanne Ames

Department:

Instruction



☒ Evaluate and approve policies that encourage workforce development, and provides polytechnic

pathways, from basic skills to baccalaureate programs, for students to achieve their goals.

Promotion of student enrollment, achievement, and completion

Dr. Suzanne Ames, Vice President of Instruction, and Sally Heilstedt, Dean of Instruction, were

recently featured in the monthly publication of the National Council of Instructional Administrators

(NCIA) newsletter. In their article, “The 4 Connections: Moving from Intuitive to Intentional

Relationship-Building to Improve Success and Reduce Equity Gaps” Suzy and Sally discussed

LWTech’s successful implementation of The 4 Connections framework based on best practices

identified and systemically implemented at Odessa College. By implementing four key practices

(Learn and use students’ names, check in regularly, schedule required one-on-one meetings, and

practice paradox), participating faculty saw an increase in course pass rates from 89% to 92.5%,

comparing two years prior to two years after implementing the 4 Connections. Instruction will

continue to promote the 4 Connections, and monitor the results.

Encourage workforce development, and provides polytechnic pathways, from basic skills to

baccalaureate programs, for students to achieve their goals.

LWTech recently signed an articulation agreement with Northeastern University. This agreement

provides a pathway for all our BAS degrees to be accepted into Northeastern University’s Master’s

degree programs offered through the College of Professional Studies. NU has a campus in South

Lake Union, and a brand new one in Vancouver, BC. Their main campus is in Boston. In the past they

have been rated #1 in the nation for experiential learning. Dean Mike Potter, who helped facilitate

this articulation agreement, is currently a doctoral student of theirs as well.


☒ Support LWTech Foundation efforts to increase revenues available for scholarships, programs,

faculty and staff professional development, and college support.



Support LWTech Foundation efforts to increase revenues available for scholarships, programs,

faculty and staff professional development, and college support

The college received an increased amount in their annual support from their donor Brian Peierls. The

amount was increased from $66,000 to $70,000 for this year. This money goes to support students

in the High School Programs as well as Early Childhood Education.



In October, the college was awarded a grant for our new I-BEST based on the Allied Health AAS-T.

Written by Dean Doug Emory and I-BEST Coordinator Tia Lawson, this grant is particularly exciting

from an access and inclusion standpoint, since basic education students have historically struggled

getting accepted into competitive admission programs in health. This program should help them

make that transition.



☒ Participate in key conferences and events, such as ACT and legislative functions.

College Outreach Activities

Suzanne Ames was invited to join the Lake Washington School District Business Advisory Council

and attended their first meeting of the year.

AppConnect NW Director of Industry Outreach Brianna Rockenstire and Suzanne Ames met with a

senior level executive from F5 to begin developing internship opportunities for software development

BAS students.


The AppConnect NW grant team was invited to give a panel presentation at the Association for

Computing Machinery’s annual conference for the Special Interest Group in Information Technology

Education. Computing & Software Development Associate Professor Tom Abbott was one of the

featured panelists and shared information about BAS degrees, LWTech’s curriculum, and industry

partnerships with faculty and staff from institutions around the country. The panel was the only

conference presentation to highlight BAS degrees and their relevance to the IT industry.

Computing & Software Development faculty members Alexandra Vaschillo, Tom Abbott, and

Mohamed Zerrouki; AppConnect NW Director of Industry Outreach Brianna Rockenstire; and Dr.

Suzanne Ames participated in Washington Technology Industry Association’s annual FullConTech

conference in partnership with the AppConnect NW program. AppConnect NW led a conference

session about increasing collaboration between colleges and industry partners in order to facilitate

career opportunities for students and recent graduates. More than 50 people from the tech industry,

education, non-profit organizations, and government participated in the session along with faculty

from the six other AppConnect NW partner colleges. Several LWTech students also volunteered at

the event and were able to participate in some of the conference activities. (A few photos attached).


Board Meeting Date:

November 4, 2019

Submitted by:

Cathy Copeland

Department:

Research & Grants

The department continued supporting work across the college, including grant applications and the

upcoming accreditation visit this fall. Where there is a checked box below, the department supported

Trustee goals.



☒ Evaluate implementation of the LWTech’s strategic plan.


☒ Evaluate and approve policies that encourage workforce development, and provides polytechnic

pathways, from basic skills to baccalaureate programs, for students to achieve their goals.

☒ Evaluate and approve policies that support faculty and staff development and retention.

☒ Use data to assess the effectiveness of policies.

Accreditation

The Research & Grants department supported the accreditation visit that occurred from October 21-

23. This included attendance at individual and committee meetings as well as the exit meeting.

Strategic Plan

Last spring, Research & Grants led presentations related to the 2019 Employee Satisfaction Survey,

which has questions used as Key Performance Indicators for monitoring the Strategic Plan. The

department will continue to support assessment of plan through the next academic year. Work that

will directly support year three of this plan includes hiring of a Grants Specialist in support of Goal 4:

Create a sustainable fiscal structure to ensure the college fulfills its mission and vision.

Progress towards the identified goals and the development and implementation of college initiatives

Research & Grants supports this work through dashboard development, assessment and grant

writing. An example of this is Guided Pathways implementation: the department created new data

access portals through Tableau Community Dashboards and secured new funding to support this

work.

Promotion of student enrollment, achievement, and completion

The department launched the 2019-20 Tableau Community Dashboard trainings at opening week in

September. Attendees included faculty members and representatives from Student Services.


Ms. Cathy Copeland joined the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Council (EDIC) in 2018-19. She

supported the EDIC subcommittee on research. The subcommittee presented an overview of

LWTech’s climate that reviewed data sources such as the Employee Survey and student surveys

such as SENSE and CCSSE. She will continue in this role this year.

Encourage workforce development, and provides polytechnic pathways, from basic skills to

baccalaureate programs, for students to achieve their goals.

The team continues to support a new grant from College Spark Washington, which will support math

pathways between basic education and developmental math (see Board Goal 2 for additional

details).

Use data to assess the effectiveness of policies

Upcoming data projects include:

Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

The team completed fall surveys for IPEDS.

Ongoing assessment of the Strategic Plan

The department will support the college in assessing the final year of the current Strategic Plan.

Support LWTech leading up to and through ctcLink implementation

Ms. Cathy Copeland attended the u ctcLink meeting at LWTech on October 31.


☒ Support opportunities for public-private partnerships that contribute to scholarships, programs,

and faculty and staff professional development.



Public-private partnerships that contribute to scholarships, programs, and faculty and staff

professional development

Grant work necessitates public-private partnerships. All work related to this goal is summarized

below.



College Spark Washington

LWTech received $150,000 in funding from College Spark Washington to implement a ‘flipped

learning’ approach in math pathways from developmental education to college-level math. Flipped

learning is a strategy in which a student studies independently outside of class (e.g. online videos or

resources) and participates in discussions and activities during the scheduled course meeting time.

The college expects notification sometime this spring.

National Science Foundation (NSF) Evaluations

The department continues to support three National Science Foundation (NSF) grants by LWTech.

This includes the Future Tech Stars S-STEM scholarship program, the Pacific Northwest Photonics

Technology Project, and the AppConnect NW project. Summer work focused on NSF evaluations. The

team assisted on annual reporting in September, including final reports for the college’s first

photonics grant (ATE 1502032) and the S-STEM scholarship program (DUE 1458583).

Student Emergency Assistance Grant (SEAG)

The office supported Dr. Ruby Hayden in applying for $50,000 in grant funding from the State Board

for Community and Technical Colleges. If funded, the college will administer these funds to students

starting this winter.




Participate in key conferences and events, such as ACT and legislative functions.

Ms. Cathy Copeland attended the recent Perkins V grant training with team members from

Instruction and Student Services. She will also be attending the upcoming Student Success Institute

to learn more about the Equity Scorecard as well as the upcoming Research and Planning

Commission meeting.

Actively participate and engage in community activities.

The team support development of the Annual Report distributed at the Bright Futures Benefit

Breakfast and Ms. Cathy Copeland also attended.


Board Meeting Date:

November 4, 2019

Submitted by:

Ruby Hayden

Department:

Student Services



☒ Evaluate and approve policies that support the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion plan in both the

learning and workplace environments.

Accreditation

Throughout the past month Vice President Hayden has provided training opportunities to student

services, the Board, executive cabinet, the college leadership team, and the college as a whole.

Our Mission Fulfillment site visit occurred on October 21-23 and resulted in:

5 Commendations: Of which we are particularly proud of “The evaluation committee

commends the college’s adaptability to effectively transform the institution into a mission-

driven, high functioning system as manifested by strong leadership support from the Board

of Trustees, president and administrators, and the can-do attitude of faculty and staff.”

3 Recommendations: All of which were expected and will help the college move forward.


The EDI Council hosted elections for new leadership and the 2019-20 year:

o Meisha Wangerin (outreach and recruiting) and Audry Bernal (RISE Center) will co-

chair the council

o Cara Henry (TRIO) will serve as secretary

Vice President Hayden has agreed to co-chair the statewide taskforce examining LGBTQIA+

data collection from students at part of the ctcLink project






Wither support from Director Copeland, Vice President Hayden submitted a grant to the SBCTC for

$50,000 in emergency grant funding. Awards will be announced no later than December 1.





College Outreach Activities

The Outreach and Recruitment has been very busy attending and hosting events and activities.

Between September 1-October 22, they have participated in over 31 events, inclusive of high school

fairs, campus tours, and community events like PAX.


The TRIO team attend annual professional development training 10/20-10/23 in Coeur d’Alene,

Idaho. The Northwest Association of Educational Opportunity Programs (NAEOP) provides a venue in

which all TRIO and similar programs may support the success of low income, first generation and

underrepresented students to obtain a quality education. NAEOP helps these underrepresented

populations by promoting program development and collecting and disseminating data based on the

students’ specific educational needs. NAEOP provides support services and opportunities not

normally accessible to these students to help them reach their full potential and develop into

professional individuals.

Actively participate and engage in community activities

The Workforce Development Department hosted a Community Resource Fair on 10/22.

Approximately 125+ students and community members attended the event with 15

community partners on site and 4 internal LWTech tables of programs and student services.

Students, community members, and staff and faculty have all shared extremely positive

feedback and the event was an ultimate success.

The next Community Resource Far will take place during the Winter Quarter on Tuesday,

February 25th, 2020 – 11am-1pm.

Other Departmental Activities/Highlights

Student Programs

October was a great month for Student Programs! With only week of school in September, October

felt more like the beginning of the year. Some accomplishments include:

Meetings

o ASG held 4 open meetings for students

o Participation in the accreditation experience! Students were prepared to meet with

accreditation team.

Students were assigned to all tenure committees.

Clubs

o 4 student club training sessions, helping students learn about the new funding

structure

o 2 Phi Theta Kappa student club meetings. 75 students began applications for the

annual PTK All USA scholarship. 4 student nominees were due by 10/28.

Student Government, RISE, and Campus Life Activities

o These groups held 12 activities during the month. These supported involved of

students from as little as 2 to as many as 300.

Committees

o The Director of Student Programs is now the chair for the newly minted Drug and

Alcohol Prevention and Education Program (committee)

Student Development (Advising, Disability Support Services, Outreach & Recruitment)

The student development team kicked off the fall quarter in collaboration with the Student

Programs team to host the New Student Orientation on September 18. Over 200 new

students attended the event. Survey feedback included statements such as “very helpful

event to help me feel more comfortable on campus before starting my academic journey”

and “I felt really welcomed.”

The Advising team collaborated with the Office of Instruction to provide faculty advising

training at the faculty in-service activity on Wednesday, October 16. This training furthered

faculty understanding of the Collaborative Advising Model.

Mony Loeum, Assistant Director of Student Development is serving this year on the executive

board as a member at large of the SBCTC Disability Support Services Council (DSSC).

Katie Peacock, Director of Student Development, is on the executive board as the treasurer

of the SBCTC Advising and Counseling Council (ACC).

Item 1038

2019-11-4

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Transforming Lives Award – LWTech Nominee

Situation

The Washington Association of College Trustees (ACT) is sponsoring a Transforming Lives

Award event scheduled for January 2020. Every college nominates an exemplary student

who persisted through hardships and benefited from the state’s community and technical

college system.

Recommendation

That the Board of Trustees approve the nomination of LWTech student, Carina Clark, for the

Transforming Lives Award.

Carina Clark:

Program: Associate in Business

GPA: 3.24

Enrollment Status: Graduated in Summer 2019

Carina Clark’s statement:

“My first day on the LWTech campus I probably should have been escorted off by campus

security. I had an interview with an advisor of the program I was entering into and I was not

in good spirits. I think more F bombs came out of my mouth than air during that interview. I

was really not happy about going back to “high school”.

Fast forward 3 months later to the last day of my first quarter. I’m sitting in my car, wiping

flowing fresh tears from my cheeks as I read my grades “4.0, 4.0, 4.0”. All A’s. That was the

first A I had ever seen. I couldn’t believe my eyes. I did that? In that moment I shifted from a

bullied, angry, drug using, truant High School dropout, to a woman. A woman who got excited

about her educational future, and succeeding in school. As a first generation college student

this was a huge moment for me. To realize my potential.

And fast forward again 3 YEARS later to my graduation from LWTech with not only my high

school diploma, but an Associate’s degree in Business with a direct transfer to UWB starting

in fall of 2019. Now I am starting my career at University working on my Bachelors and

potentially master’s degree in accounting. When I sat down at the graduation ceremony I

had a connection to myself 3 years previous and that moment in my car, I couldn’t help but

shed a tear at how far I’d come. The lady next to me gave me a tissue and asked if I was

okay, I responded “I’m more than okay”. Now I want to share my story with new students in

hopes that they will find their courage and find their strength. Everyone deserves that

chance.”

*DRAFT* Washington State Association of College Trustees (ACT) Attn: Kim Tanaka PO Box 42495 Olympia, WA 98504-2495 Re: Letter of Support for Carina Clark, Lake Washington Institute of Technology

ACT Transforming Lives Award Nomination To Whom it May Concern: Carina Clark saw and recognized the shift in her life when she went from being what she describes as a “bullied, angry, drug using, high school dropout,” to a person who became hopeful and excited about her future. The day Ms. Clark first walked into Lake Washington Institute of Technology’s (LWTech) high school program’s office, she felt defeated and angry. She met with an advisor, and although she resisted at first, together they laid out a plan for her to get her high school diploma and her Associate’s degree, at the same time. She took three foundational classes in her first quarter in the Open Doors program. That approach provided her with the space to explore and adjust to being in high school again. With a lot of hard work, and the support of her advisor, she soon excelled and blossomed, where she previously had felt lost. At the end of her first quarter she earned 4.0s in all three of her classes. In that moment everything shifted. Ms. Clark was nominated to be the student speaker at her high school graduation, where she was awarded her high school diploma and her Associate’s degree in Business. She recently shared her experience with us, “When I sat down at the graduation ceremony, I had a connection to myself three years previous, I couldn’t help but shed a tear at how far I’d come. The lady next to me gave me a tissue and asked if I was okay, I responded “I’m more than okay!” We couldn’t agree more. Ms. Clark has overcome significant barriers to achieve her educational goals. She was dedicated, motivated and worked to shift her perception of what education meant to her. Ms. Clark, a first-generation college student, is currently enrolled in the Accounting program at UW-Bothell, and has her sights set on getting her Master’s degree. It is the great honor of the Board of Trustees of LWTech to proudly and unanimously nominate Ms. Clark for the 2020 ACT Transforming Lives Award. She is exactly the kind of student the community and technical college system is designed to serve. Sincerely, Laura Wildfong, Chair Lake Washington Institute of Technology Board of Trustees

Board of Trustees

Item 1039 2019-11-4

Grant Trustee Emeritus Status to Bruce J. Reid

Situation According to policy, the Board of Trustees may grant emeritus status to a former Trustee who meets approved criteria. Bruce J. Reid served as Trustee from 2005 to 2018 and provided outstanding, distinguished, and extended service to the College. Bruce J. Reid:

Advocated on behalf of Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) employees and students, and the Washington Community and Technical College system.

Highly regarded by his Washington Association of College Trustees (ACT) peers having served on the ACT Legislative Action Committee and the ACT Finance Committee.

Contributed to the betterment of LWTech through attainment of financial or in-kind resources, community support, and industry connections.

Demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the College’s mission.

Was committed to the ethical, transparent, and fiscally responsible administration of LWTech.

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees confer emeritus status to Bruce J. Reid who, in accordance with policy, has met the criteria through his 10 years of exemplary service to Lake Washington Institute of Technology.

Board of Trustees

Resolution No. 123

Trustee Emeritus

Bruce J. Reid

WHEREAS, Bruce J. Reid served on the Lake Washington Institute of Technology Board

of Trustees from 2005 to 2018; and

WHEREAS, Bruce J. Reid provided distinguished service to Lake Washington Institute

of Technology and the Washington Community and Technical College system; and

WHEREAS, Bruce J. Reid demonstrated extraordinary commitment to Lake

Washington Institute of Technology’s mission; and

WHEREAS, Bruce J. Reid continues to advocate on behalf of Lake Washington

Institute of Technology through attainment of financial resources, community support, and

industry connections; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees recognizes Bruce J.

Reid’s contributions to the betterment of Lake Washington Institute of Technology and confers

Mr. Reid emeritus status.

ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees at a regular meeting on November 4, 2019.

LAKE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

DISTRICT 26 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Laura Wildfong, Chair

___________________________________________

Anne Hamilton, Vice Chair

Lynette Jones, Trustee

Robert Malte, Trustee

___________________________________________

Darrell Mitsunaga, Trustee

Attest:

Dr. Amy Morrison, President

Board of Trustees

Item 1040 2019-11-4

Grant Trustee Emeritus Status to Donald M. Mukai

Situation According to policy, the Board of Trustees may grant emeritus status to a former Trustee who meets approved criteria. Donald M. Mukai served as Trustee from 2002 to 2010 and provided outstanding, distinguished, and extended service to the College. Donald M. Mukai:

Advocated on behalf of the College’s employees and students, and the Washington Community and Technical College system.

Contributed to the betterment of the College through attainment of financial or in-kind resources, community support, and industry connections.

Demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the College’s mission.

Was committed to the ethical, transparent, and fiscally responsible administration of LWTech.

Recommendation: That the Board of Trustees confer emeritus status to Donald M. Mukai who, in accordance with policy, has met the criteria through his eight years of exemplary service to Lake Washington Institute of Technology.

Board of Trustees

Resolution No. 124

Trustee Emeritus

Donald M. Mukai

WHEREAS, Donald M. Mukai served on the Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Board of Trustees from 2002 to 2010; and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Mukai provided distinguished service to the College and the

Washington Community and Technical College system; and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Mukai demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the College’s

mission; and

WHEREAS, Donald M. Mukai continues to advocate on behalf of Lake Washington

Institute of Technology through attainment of financial resources, community support, and

industry connections; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees recognizes Donald M.

Mukai’s contributions to the betterment of Lake Washington Institute of Technology and

confers Mr. Mukai emeritus status.

ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees at a regular meeting on November 4, 2019.

LAKE WASHINGTON INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

DISTRICT 26 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Laura Wildfong, Chair

___________________________________________

Anne Hamilton, Vice Chair

Lynette Jones, Trustee

Robert Malte, Trustee

___________________________________________

Darrell Mitsunaga, Trustee

Attest:

Dr. Amy Morrison, President

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