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Moving forward with confidence
With sine die officially closing out the 2025 legislative session, the conversations around funding and the future of education are far from over. This session made it clear that budget challenges are real and ongoing, but it also became apparent just how many people are determined to protect and...
#AllWA25
April 24 was a special day at South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) as I had the honor of attending the All-Washington Academic Team ceremony. I was recognized as the top-ranking All-WA Academic Team Scholar and an All-USA Academic Team Scholar. It was a moment filled with gratitude for the...
What I’ve learned (so far)
When I first started my internship with the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC), I jumped right into the work. Joining incredible meetings, helping with projects, learning the ins and outs of the system. It wasn’t until I was asked to share an update with the State Board that...
Student voices matter
Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity of attending the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Catalyst conference in Kansas City, Mo., representing South Puget Sound Community College. As I reflect on the experience, I find myself deeply moved by the incredible group of student advocates I had the chance to meet a...
Behind the scenes of student success
A week ago, I sat in a room with the presidents of Washington’s community and technical colleges at the Washington Association of Community and Technical Colleges (WACTC) Board of Presidents meeting.
To next year’s legislative interns
As my internship at the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges begins comes to an end, I’ve been reflecting on what this experience has taught me. To next year’s legislative interns, I want to share a few things that I wish I knew going in; things that might help you make the most of th...
Education doesn’t expire
Education isn’t just about degrees or career advancement but about learning life lessons, passing down knowledge, and strengthening communities. That’s why Senate Bill 5110 is so important. It’s a step toward recognizing the wisdom and contributions of Tribal elders. Guaranteeing they even have t...
Breakfast with Sen. Hansen
Friday morning, two weeks ago, I was at the Washington Association of Community and Technical Colleges (WACTC) presidents’ meeting, balancing a plate of breakfast food, when I noticed an open seat next to Sen. Drew Hansen.
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