The annual Friends of the College dinner for South Seattle Community College was held Thursday May 5 to honor students who have been awarded scholarships, faculty members who have earned awards in excellence in education and to recognize and thank the many donors from the community including SSCC employees. Interim President of SSCC Dr. Jean Hernandez spoke about the college's gratitude to the community for it's support and said that more than 100 scholarships have been awarded since last fall. Each year the South Seattle Community College Foundation awards more than $200,000 in scholarships. SSCC is seeing record enrollment. They are currently 150 annualized full time enrollments over their projected target for the year. Hernandez reminded the audience that SSCC has received baccalaureate accreditation, and "An A+ score... the accreditors were here in October, we found out in February that SSCC is now a four year college."
Two students spoke about their personal stories. Francesca Belgrano spoke about her past and her desire to go to a university to study lingustics, "Donors are really important, because without donors it would be really hard for students in financial difficulty to attend college.
Jonathan Habeeb-Ullah spoke about his life's challenges and his growth. He talked about being in a gang as a boy and how through the influence of teachers and his own hard work he turned his life around and is on track to becoming a radiologist.

What follows is a list of students (and scholarship awards), faculty members, employees and donors to SSCC.

Faculty Awards Excellence in Education

Sara Baldwin Basic and Transitional Studies
Project Goal: Present “Creating Pathways to Prepare Adult Learners for Successful Transitions” at the annual TESOL convention held in March 2010.

Donald Bissonette Basic and Transitional Studies
Project Goal: Analyze how students in the basic and transitional programs have progressed since 2007. This data will provide feedback on the success of the program and how revisions to the program have impacted students.

Stephen Coates-White, Student Services Mike Hickey, English
Project Goal: Link English and Human Development courses to offer students the opportunity to develop self-confidence through the exploration of life concepts and study skills.

Regina Daigneault Wine Technology
Project Goal: Offer a class that compiles information for the winemaking classes about the process of opening and operating a winery, including costs, compliance, insurance, architecture, law, equipment and safety.

Marla Lockhart Accounting
Project Goal: Attend the “Teachers of Accounting at Two Year Colleges” annual conference, to obtain and learn new teaching techniques to implement into her classes and improve her online and classroom presentation.

Randy Nelson and Esther Sunde Library Faculty
Project Goal: To host a district-wide workshop with nationally known copyright expert, Kenneth Crews. The workshop will enable South and District faculty to take advantage of copyrighted materials to the extent of the allowed copyright law.

Steve Snyder Wine Technology
Project Goal: Create the curriculum for a new Viticulture course. This course will offer students a practical and knowledgeable approach to the science of grape growing in Washington State.

Yilin Sun Basic & Transitional Studies
Project Goal: Present at the 2010 International TESOL Convention. Share best practices of the South Seattle Community College’s Basic and Transitional Studies Program to help others improve instruction and meet

WAVE Scholarship
Scott Lawrence
Program of study: Automotive Technology
Goals: “To graduate with my Associate of Science degree and become a certified master technician.”
Favorite thing about South: “The people.”

Muhammad Nawaz
Program of study: Automotive
Goals: “To work in the automotive industry.”
Favorite Thing about South: “The Instructors!”

Diane Pina
Program of study: Culinary Arts Goals: “To complete the Culinary Arts Program and enroll in the four-year Hospitality Management Program at South.” Favorite thing about South: “Having experience working with the chef instructors and the staff has shown me the path that I’ve always wanted to be on.”

Adopt-A-Student Scholarships

Bachelor of Applied Science in Hospitality Management Scholarships

Zahra Zargar
Recipient of the Hotel Financial Technical and
Professionals and SKAL Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Hospitality Management
Goals: “To pursue a career in the hospitality industry.”

Francesca Belgrano Analia Bertoni Marijean Brown Heidi Rockney
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to study for the career of my dreams.”

Sarah Parsons
Recipient of the Holland America Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Hospitality Management
Goals: “To work in the hospitality industry.”
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors!”

Kenneth Ahrens Recipient of the Stephen and Laurie Sparks Scholarship, sponsored by Fred and Katie Leitz
Program of study: Hospitality Management
Nicholas Skok Jeffrey Sok Michael Brown Melissa Cave
Goals: “To own a hotel restaurant establishment.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to receive a scholarship.”

Francesca Belgrano Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To transfer to a four-year university to study linguistics.”
Favorite thing about South: “The amazing staff and diverse campus.”

Analia Bertoni Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To work in management.”
Favorite thing about South: “The education I’m receiving that will shape my skills.”

Marijean Brown Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Pastry and Baking Arts
Goals: “To complete my program of study and to use
the experience for a future career.”
Favorite thing about South: “The atmosphere.”

Heidi Rockney Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “I want to become an educator for kids in the sciences.”
Favorite thing about South: “Everyone is friendly and helpful.”

Nicholas Skok Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To obtain a degree in Business Marketing.”
Favorite thing about South: “The collection of amazing individuals that both attend and work here.”

Jeffrey Sok Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Licensed Practical Nursing
Goals: “To complete my studies and become a Registered Nurse, then to eventually become a Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant.” Favorite thing about South: “The wonderful faculty and the quality education they provide; also the diversity of the student body.”

Umer Robale Recipient of the Allison Foundation Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To complete my college degree.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to receive a scholarship.”

Michael Brown Recipient of the Virginia and Aurlo Bonney Memorial Scholarship Sponsored by Allan Bonney and the Food Services of America Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To complete the Culinary Arts Program.”
Favorite thing about South: “The helpful faculty and staff.”

Melissa Cave Recipient of the American Institute of Food and Wine Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Winemaking
Goals: “To become a winemaker and own a winery.”
Favorite thing about South: “The Wine Technology Program has opened so many doors for me in the industry”

Jose Facundo Recipient of the Bayview Memorial Scholarship, sponsored by West Seattle Golf Club
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “I plan to go into law enforcement after graduating from college.”
Favorite thing about South: “The location of the college.”

Yohana Habtom Recipient of the Bayview Memorial Scholarship, Sponsored by West Seattle Golf Club
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “I plan to go to attend South for two years and then transfer to a four-year university to study pharmacy.”
Favorite thing about South: “The location and the size of the campus.”

Wendy Holscher Recipient of the Beta Sigma Phi Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To complete spring quarter classes.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to receive a scholarship and change my life for the better.”

Dunia Gomez Recipient of the Sally Brotman Trust Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To earn my Registered Nursing License.”
Favorite thing about South: “They have great people that are interested in helping others get an education.”

Janelle Starrett Recipient of the Sally Brotman Trust Scholarship
Program: Nursing
Goals: “To become a Registered Nurse.”
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors in the Nursing Program.”

Breeann Reider Recipient of the Sara Coon Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To graduate from Career Link and attend South Seattle Community College.”
Favorite thing about South: “The positive environment.”

Minh Chau Huynh Recipient of the Sara Coon Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Technical Drafting/CAD
Goals: “To earn a master’s degree in civil engineering
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors.”

Jonathan Girmatzion Recipient of the Craig and Carol Corcoran Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To complete my transfer degree and accounting certificate.”
Favorite thing about South: “It’s comfortable.”

Andrea Menin Recipient of the Craig and Carol Corcoran Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To practice as an occupational therapist and business owner in the rural area of Chelan, Washington.”
Favorite thing about South: “The diversity and special programs on campus like the Take Your Professor to Lunch Day!”

Halima Abubaker Recipient of the Peggy Cullor Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To graduate from Chief Sealth and enroll in the Nursing Program at South.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to pursue my educational dream.”

Ben Palmer Recipient of the Peggy Cullor Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To get accepted into a nationally accredited Registered Nursing Program.”
Favorite thing about South: “The teachers!”

Dennis Johnson Recipient of the Robert Frey Adopt-A-Student Scholarship and the Boeing Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Accounting
Goals: “To provide tax and accounting services to the public.”
Favorite thing about South: “Great teachers, nice education and a very beautiful campus.”

Ayan Mohamud Recipient of the Friends of South Seattle Community College Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To go to law school. I also want be a fashion designer and design for people with disabilities.”
Favorite thing about South: “The friendly people.”

Sahra Ali Recipient of the Friends of South Seattle Community College Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing Goals: “I want to succeed as a nurse and be determined to see my goals through.” Favorite thing about South: “The resources to help get me to my dreams.”

Scott Lawrence Recipient of the Grainger Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive Technology
Goals: “To graduate with my Associate of Science degree and become a certified master technician.”
Favorite thing about South: “The people.”

Robert Wilson Recipient of the Grainger Scholarship
Program of study: Welding
Goals: “To own my own welding shop.”
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors.”

Malila Jerome Recipient of the Hailey Gray Memorial Scholarship sponsored by Paul Hecker
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To transfer to a four-year university.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to attend college and realize my potential.”

Arin Pollitt Recipient of the Don Hammer Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive Collision
Goals: “Become a collision technician and own my own business.”
Favorite thing about South: “The staff.”

Fsahaye Teklesus Recipient of the Don Hammer Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive Technology
Goals: “To complete the Automotive Technology Program.”
Favorite thing about South: “The people and the teachers.”

Sherida Bornfleth Recipient of the Harlow Carr Scholarship
Program of study: Landscape Horticulture
Goals: “To apply what I’ve learned in class and during the internship at Harlow Carr to a career in the horticulture field.”
Favorite thing about South: “The diverse, hands-on learning environment.”

Lisa Dennis Recipient of the Harlow Carr Scholarship
Program of study: Landscape Horticulture
Goals: “Start my own design business.”
Favorite thing about South: “The culture within the Landscape Horticulture Program and the relationships I’ve developed with fellow students.”

Anh Tran Recipient of the Leona Hickman Trust Scholarship
Program of study: Accounting
Goals: “Complete my program and go to work!”
Favorite thing about South: “It challenges me.”

Wayne Fowler Recipient of the Tom and Lori Huling Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Applied Science degree
Goals: “To complete my program and work in the field.”
Favorite thing about South: “It has given me a chance to accomplish my goals.”

Andrew Long Sr. Recipient of the Tom and Lori Huling Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive
Goals: “To complete the Automotive Program.”
Favorite thing about South: “School gives me a new light to focus on.”

Buche Yogo Recipient of the Gordon Hungar Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To complete my nursing degree.”
Favorite thing about South: “Receiving a scholarship has helped remove the financial burden of going to school and supporting a family.”

Justine Freeman Recipient of the Larry and Barbara Lither Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To complete my classes with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0.”
Favorite thing about South: “The friendly and helpful teachers who strive for my success.”

Timothy Lopez Recipient of the Larry and Barbara Lither Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of Study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To earn a 4.0 grade point average each quarter.”
Favorite thing about South: “The friendly people.”

Marla Brown Recipient of the Steve and Jan Mara Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To be accepted into Seattle University’s School of Nursing to pursue my RN and BSN.
Favorite thing about South: “The diversity of the students and faculty – it feels like a community.”

Terry Keenan Recipient of the Steve and Jan Mara Adopt-A-Student Scholarship and the Andy and Doris Nelson Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To be an emergency room nurse.”
Favorite thing about South: “The diversity!”

Reggie Holland Recipient of the Nucor Steel Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Welding and Fabrication
Goals: “To complete the welding program.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunities that South provides for students.”

Erin Ramsden Recipient of the Parkside Garden Club Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Landscape Horticulture
Goals: “To help people create beautiful landscapes that improve our environment.”
Favorite thing about South: “The diverse student population and the beautiful outdoor classroom of the college arboretum.”

Stephen Haynes Recipient of the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Aviation
Goals: “To work in the aerospace industry.”
Favorite thing about South: “The Aviation Program.”

Heidi Rockney Recipient of the Eilert and Virginia Prestegaard Adopt-A-Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “I want to become an educator for kids in the sciences.”
Favorite thing about South: “Everyone is friendly and helpful.”

Michelle Dopps Recipient of the Eilert and Virginia Prestegaard Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To transfer to the University of Washington next year and paint professionally.”
Favorite thing about South: “Friends I have met and relationships I have developed here. The life experience and the confidence I have gained through my education.”

Sylvia Portillo Recipient of the Beverly Rowe Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Accounting
Goals: “To pursue a career in the field of accounting.”
Favorite thing about South: “Very user friendly. Help is available everywhere.”

Tracy Teal Recipient of the Seattle Wine Society Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Wine Technology/Sales and Marketing
Goals: “To have a future career in the wine industry.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to pursue and education in wine technology and marketing.”

Amanda Meligrito Recipient of the Southcenter Rotary Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate degree
Goals: “Transfer to a four-year university.”
Favorite thing about South: “Start here and go anywhere.”

Rachel Simpson Recipient of the Stephen Sparks Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To become a chef and eventually own my own restaurant or catering business.”
Favorite thing about South: “The great staff, beautiful campus, and great Culinary Arts program.”

Sandra Jaeger Recipient of the Captain John Spence Memorial Scholarship Sponsored by Pat Spence
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To move forward and complete my degree in Culinary Arts and pursue a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Hotel Management.”
Favorite thing about South: “I love what the college does for the students and for the community.

George Garrett Recipient of the Ken Watson Memorial Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive
Goals: “To complete high school and enroll in the Automotive Program at South.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to enroll in the Automotive Program.”

Roman Patterson Recipient of the West Seattle Art Club Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive
Goals: “To obtain great skills for my future.”
Favorite thing about South: “The environment.”

Krista Gustelius Recipient of the West Seattle Garden Club Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Landscape Horticulture
Goals: “To complete the Landscape Horticulture Program.”
Favorite thing about South: “I am extremely grateful for the education I am receiving from South!”

Michael Hoover Recipient of the West Seattle Kiwanis Club Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of Study: Associate of Science degree
Goals: “Transfer to the University of Washington Tacoma to earn a degree in environmental sciences.”
Favorite thing about South: “The diversity. I have made friends at South from places that at one time I could not even pronounce! The instructors are first rate and the administration is excellent! South makes me feel young again!”

Endowed Scholarships

Blane Edwards Recipient of the Airborne Express Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree Goals: “To be the first person in my family to graduate from college.” Favorite thing about South: “The student resources offered at South have renewed my optimism about what I can accomplish.”

Melissa Thomas Recipient of the Airborne Express Scholarship
Program of Study: Automotive Technology
Goals: “To complete the Automotive Technology Program, and open my own business.” Favorite thing about South: “South has allowed me the time and resources to reach my life goals, and I feel supported in areas that other schools do not support.”

Adriana Raybould Recipient of the Marjorie I. and Michael D. Alhadeff Scholarship, and the Mary Anne Coles Adopt-A-Student Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To learn as much as I can from my classes at South, and eventually study science at the University of Washington.”
Favorite thing about South: “The friendly people, staff and delicious food!”

Monique Hamilton Recipient of the Norman and Betty Beers Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To own my own childcare center.”
Favorite thing about South: “The student resources and tutoring that is available.”

Lourn Keo Recipient of the William H. Bennett/West Seattle Rotary Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To become a nurse.”
Favorite thing about South: “The campus is close to my house.”

Minh Vuong Recipient of the William H. Bennett/West Seattle Rotary Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “Graduate from Career Link and attend college level courses at South.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunities.”

Tasha Trimble Recipient of the Bank of America Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing Goals: “To give back to the community one day when I have a career in the field of nursing.”
Favorite thing about South: “The Foundation scholarship has really helped me in working toward my dreams.”

Sebastian Anderson Recipient of the Boeing Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: “Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “I want to transfer to a university to study business or criminal justice.”
Favorite thing about South: “The friendly environment created by the staff and students.”

Andrea Drew Recipient of the Boeing Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Aviation Maintenance Technology
Goals: “I want to succeed in a career I love.”
Favorite thing about South: “The convenient location.”

Christna Saong Recipient of the Boeing Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To have a career in electronics.”
Favorite thing about South: “Having the opportunity to attend college.”

Steven Thorkildson Recipient of the Boeing Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To work with jet engines or space propulsion engines. I expect that I will spend several years, maybe a career in the Air Force.” Favorite thing about South: “South is well recognized for its Aviation Program.”

Elizabeth Coleman Recipient of the Jerry M. Brockey Endowed Scholarship and the Helen Jean Malmo Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To complete the Nursing Program.”
Favorite thing about South: “The teachers.”

Jonathan Habeeb-Ullah Recipient of the Jerry M. Brockey Scholarship
Program of study: Associate degree
Goal: “To become a Doctor in Radiology.”
Favorite thing about South: “All the friendly people and the helpful services!”

Ryan Martin Recipient of the Earl and Virginia Cruzen Scholarship
Program of study: Automotive
Goals: “To work in the automotive industry.”
Favorite thing about South: “The Automotive Program.”

Michael Moreland Recipient of the Glenn Cullor Scholarship
Program of study: Computer Aided Design
Goals: “To earn an additional certification after many years of on-the-job training.”
Favorite thing about South: “Location, Location, Location…and having on-campus childcare available to students.”

Christina Her Recipient of the Henry F. Dambacher Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To enroll in the Nursing Program at South and one-day work at Children’s Hospital.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to pursue an education in nursing.”

Frank Rutledge Recipient of the Henry F. Dambacher Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To move on to the University of Washington.”
Favorite thing about South: “The diversity.”

Julian Gonzales Recipient of the Hal Dresie Scholarship
Program of study: Autobody Collision and Repair
Goals: “To be successful as an automotive restoration technician and painter.”
Favorite thing about South: “The people.”

Jenny Duong Recipient of the Deloitte and Touche Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To graduate from community college and transfer to a university.”
Favorite thing about South: “They have great teachers and many opportunities to help students achieve their goals.”

Irina Verevkina Recipient of the James C. Douglas Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To transfer to a four-year university.”
Favorite thing about South: “The understanding advisors and teachers.”

Breeana George Recipient of the Erma Erickson Scholarship and the Helen Jean Malmo Scholarship
Program of study: Landscape Horticulture
Goals: “To be successful after I graduate from South.”
Favorite thing about South: “The small community makes learning easier and more comfortable.”

Sharon Williams Recipient of the Florence Galbraith Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To become a medical office clerk.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to work part-time on campus.”

Ayse Winkler Recipient of the Mary Alice Goodwin Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To be a professional chef.”
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors are nice and helpful, and they have a good teaching system.”

Anthony Beaver Recipient of the Budd Gould and Joey and Vera Ing Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To pursue a career in Culinary Arts.”
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to put my skills to use that I learned at Puget Sound Skills Center.”

Raha Idris Recipient of the Group Health Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To complete pre-requisites for the Nursing Program
Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to demonstrate that I am serious about my education.”

Kimberly Silk-Ross Recipient of the Group Health Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To become a Registered Nurse.
Favorite thing about South: “The support system here is the best!”

Fiona Tang Recipient of the Charles Hauck Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “Transfer to the University of Washington to attend the architecture program.”
Favorite thing about South: “I love the teachers. They’re always really friendly and the campus is really nice.”

Michelle Abrahamson Recipient of the Jerry and Linda Hermanson Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To create a better future for myself.”
Favorite thing about South: “It’s a place where I can succeed and be the best that I can be.”

Liliya Zvoznikova Recipient of the Serena G. Lee Scholarship
Program of study: Basic and Transitional Studies
Goals: “To get a teaching certificate.”
Favorite thing about South: “I like my teachers. They are very professional and knowledgeable. I feel happy here!”

Earl Switzer Recipient of the Philip J. LeDuc Scholarship
Program of study: Information Technology
Goals: “To get accepted in to the Information Technology Program offered at the University of Washington Tacoma.”
Favorite thing about South: “The scholarship I received from South gives me a sense of community.”

Yonas Seyoum Recipient of the John E. Lein Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Science degree
Goals: “I want to earn a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.”
Favorite thing about South: “The small class sizes.”

Rithy Chhen Recipient of the Macy’s Scholarship
Program of study: Computer Science
Goals: “To transfer to the University of Washington and then get a job as a computer programmer.”
Favorite thing about South: “The community activities and clubs.”

Jane Odoh Recipient of the Elmer and Joan Lindseth Endowed Scholarship and the Hamilton Endowed Scholarship
Program: Nursing Goals: “To complete the Licensed Practical Nursing Program and be accepted into the Registered Nursing Program.” Favorite thing about South: “The instructors.”

Diane Pina Recipient of the Helen Jean Malmo Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To complete the Culinary Arts Program and enroll in the four-year Hospitality Management Program at South.”
Favorite thing about South: “Having experience working with the chef instructors and the staff has shown me the path that I’ve always wanted to be on.”

Natalie Check Recipient of the Anna C. Mason Scholarship
Program of study: Pastry and Baking Arts
Goals: “I plan on finishing school and opening a bakery.”
Favorite thing about South: “Everyone wants you to succeed!”

Raesha Green Recipient of the Keith B. and Helen G. Massart Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To graduate from South and continue with my education without any distractions.”
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors are really good and they work with you.”

Khoi Dinh Recipient of the David and Edgar Mitchell Scholarship and the Rick Barry Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “I want to finish two years at South, and then transfer to the University of Washington.”
Favorite thing about South: “Several of my family members study here and they advised me to enroll. I like the teachers; they’re kind and honest.”

Ae Ja Kim Recipient of the Laura Remington Parkins Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To be a professional care-giver.”
Favorite thing about South: “The well-organized learning environment and support that is offered to students.”

Kim-Hanh Lam Recipient of the Michiko Prehn Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To earn a bachelor’s degree, and to get a good job.”
Favorite thing about South: “The convenient services available for students like computers, tutoring and scholarships.”

Tamica Knighten Recipient of the Robert and Evelyn Reutimann Scholarship
Program of study: Nursing
Goals: “To become a Registered nurse, and to be a good example for my son.”
Favorite thing about South: “The commitment the teachers have toward the students.”

Matthew Rodarte Recipient of the Williard Rhodes
Program of study: Culinary Arts
Goals: “To get my bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management and become a chef.”
Favorite thing about South: “The kitchen, the staff and the location.”

Yong “Spring” Cao Recipient of the Safeco Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Business degree
Goals: “To get my degree at South, then transfer to the
University of Washington.”
Favorite thing about South: “The friendly instructors.”

Gracie Roberson Recipient of the Safeco Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To complete Career Link and continue at South.” Favorite thing about South: “The opportunity to set the bar higher for myself.”

Thi Uyan Dang Recipient of the Services Group of America Scholarship, the Keith B. and Helen G. Massart Scholarship and the Vern Gambriell Endowed Scholarship
Program of study: Associate degree Goals: “Finish all my required courses and transfer to a four-year university.”
Favorite thing about South: “The wonderful campus and the student support.”

Amanda Marlin Recipient of the Services Group of America Scholarship
Program of study: Education
Goals: “To pursue a career in life-long learning.”
Favorite thing about South: “The supportive community.”

Zachary Domingues & Lum Keo
Recipient of the E.T. and Barbara Sleem Recipient of the West Seattle High School Class of
Scholarship 1939 Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Arts degree
Goals: “To study at Concordia University, Nebraska.”
Goals: “I want to be a pharmacist.”
Favorite thing about South: “Mr. Mike Hickey’s English class"
Favorite thing about South: “It’s near my house.”

Isidro Mena-Avila Ian Pecoraro Recipient of the West Seattle Kiwanis Club
Recipient of the Lois Tice “Art is Life” Scholarship Scholarship
Program of study: Culinary Arts Program of study: Aviation
Goals: “To earn an Associate of Arts degree in culinary Goals: “To earn my Aviation Mechanic certificate.”
arts and a bachelor’s degree in business management.”
Favorite thing about South: “The help and support I get
Favorite thing about South: “The chef instructors.” from teachers and staff.”

Danna Culhane Recipient of the Perry and Corrine Wing Scholarship
Program of study: Associate of Business degree
Goals: “Transfer to the University of Washington Foster School of Business.”
Favorite thing about South: “The small class sizes and committed teachers, also the financial support available.”

Denise Wells Recipient of the United Student Association Scholarship
Program: Accounting
Goals: “To complete the accounting program.”
Favorite thing about South: “The instructors!”

13th Year Promise Scholarships

Our vision is to provide every student with a life-changing college education. Many students who desire higher education are denied access simply because of cost. The “13th Year Promise Scholarship” removes this financial barrier by providing one year of college for any Cleveland High School graduate who wants to attend.

Amina Artan
Goals: To be the first in her family to attend college.

Kymisha Bias
Goals: Earn an Associate of Arts degree and pursue a career as a social worker.

Cleanna Brooks-Pope
Goals: Earn an Associate of Arts degree.

Lee Burkes
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College in the fall.

Treanna Greene
Goals: Pursue a career as a lawyer.

Chantel Goodwin
Goals: Work in business management.

Christina Hammami
Goals: Pursue a career in law and journalism.

Oshjseane Hopkins
Goals: Become a pediatric nurse.

Jonathan Ignacio
Goals: To become a pastry chef and own a business.

Okino Jackson
Goals: Become a psychologist.

Adrianna Kinsey
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College.

Shawnte Lowe
Goals: Get an Associate degree from South Seattle Community College.

Lasalle Massey
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College in the fall, and then transfer to a four-year university.

Aubare McCray
Goals: Graduate from Cleveland High School.”

Camillia McKinney
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College.

De Quella Miles
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College, and transfer after two years.

Raqual Mitchell
Goals: Enroll in the Nursing Program at South.”

Teresa Mizuki
Goals: Become a toxicologist to make sure everyone has a chance at life.

Ikran Mohamed
Goals: Enroll in the Nursing Program at South Seattle Community College.

Bontu Mohammed
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College.

Ebony Mosley
Goals: Study computer technology.

Loilani Motu
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College.

Brad Pagdilao
Goals: To study business, economics and accounting.

Naomi Perry
Goals: Pursue a career in nursing with the goal of specializing in neonatology.

Samantha Phalla
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College in the fall.

Myron Ramirez
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College, and then transfer to the University of Washington.

Buay Riek
Goals: Pursue a career as an artist.

Anthony Saeteurn
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College and secure a career in the future.

Vanny Thai
Goals: Become a pharmacist.

Anthony Trahan
Goals: Study information technology.

Larry Trinh
Goals: Attend a four-year university after graduating from South Seattle Community College.

Jessica Velasco
Goals: Pursue a career in the nursing field.

Danielle Williams
Goals: Pursue a career in the nursing and mental health field.

Whitney Wilson
Goals: Study Marine Biology.

Emmanda Woods
Goals: Attend South Seattle Community College, and enroll in the Nursing Program.

Bai Wu
Goals: Pursue a career as an engineer.

Donors to South Seattle Community College

Ambassador’s Club $5,000 +
Marjorie I. and Michael D. Alhadeff
Allison Foundation
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
Boeing Company
Nobie and Warren Chan
Gene Colin
Peggy Cullor
Ferguson Construction
Food Services of America
Matt and Liz Hedlund
Harold and Mary Frances Hill
Tom and Lori Huling
Ven and Winnie Lee
Larry and Barbara Lither
Robert and Marcy Rebar
Sally V. Brotman Rev. Trust
Bruce and Andra Addison Stephen Lovell and Donna Deneen
Alki Beach Car Show Richard and Kim Manderbach
American Institute of Wine and Food Ida and James Mar
Stanley and Kristine Baty Steve and Jan Mara
Van Bobbitt and Sharon Wilson Beverly McCall
Bob and Karin Carpenter Marian Holt McLain
Debra Cederbaum and Andy Seiple Medtronic Foundation
Chaine des Rotisseurs Rob and Cassandra Miller
Charlie’s Produce Michael and Marsha Munson
Nancy Coble-MacDonald and Doug Andy and Doris Nelson
MacDonald Nielsen
George and Cleo Corcoran Nucor Steel Seattle Inc.
DLR Architects Gary Oertli
Lincoln and Margaret Ferris Pacific Public Affairs
Michele Foley Joe and Lisa Petschl
Robert Frey Judy Pigott
Estate of Florence E. Galbraith Eilert and Virginia Prestegaard
Greg and Kristin Gillespie Beverly Rowe
Grainger Royal Argosy, LLC
Judy Gray Keith Schreiber and Clare Kapitan
Roberta and Glendon Greer Leonard and Patricia Schroeter
Hainline and Associates Fred and Nancy Schuneman
Rebecca Hastings Southcenter Rotary Club of Tukwila
Paul Hecker Jerry and Kathy Vedvick
Jean Hernandez Jill Wakefield
Hotel Financial and Technical Professionals Tom Weeks and Deb Oyer
Julie Hungar Wershow and Ritter, Inc.
Interbay Food Co., Inc. West Seattle Garden Club
JP Morgan Chase and Co. West Seattle Golf Club
Kiwanis Club of West Seattle Westin-Bellevue
Betty LeDuc Robert Williams and Laurie Nichols
Fred and Kathryn Leitz Philip Wood and Patricia Jolin

Century Club $100-$499

Carlos Amesquita John and Gail Mensher
Catherine Arnold Shirley Metcalf
Gary Arnts Charles and Nancy Mitchell
Donna Benaroya Mark Mitsui
Boeing Gift Matching Program Phil and Barbara Morgridge
Allan Bonney Patti Mullen
Kurt and Kimberly Kopetz Buttleman NUCO Healthcare
Jamie Colbourne Greg Olsen
Marie Coon P.E.O. Chapter CV
Nancy Dale Dean and LaVon Parkins
Dennis and Cheryl DuRoff Ed Parks and Deborah Dollard
Beta Sigma Phi Emerald City Council Parkside Garden Club
Kent and Val Ferris Frank and Michelle Post
Robert and Dianne Fincham Rita M. Rambo
Charlie Footh Sharon Romm
Michael Glain and Jan Thompson Tony and Martha Ruegg
Hart Crowser Walter Schacht
Joe and Susan Hauth Seattle Wine Society
Steve and Sharon Huling SKAL
Harry and Mary Ann Johansen Patricia Spence
Jennifer Kiest SSA Acoustics LLP
Steve Kirsch Steve and Sharon Starling
Jim Kneeland John and Virginia Sullivan
Marianne Krempl Ron Taylor
Jeff and Kathy Lindenbaum Larry Toimil
Kevin and Kathy Loyd Carin Weiss and Gary Quarfoth
Mark and Rita Macomber Howard and Betty Weller
Dennis McLean and Bonnie Berk Micaela Willis
Mike Abercrombie AHBL Inc. Kim Alexander Jeff and Marilyn Allen Judy Aloisi Victor and Janice Anderson Marilyn Anderson-Burt Marc and Denise Angel Anthony Anton Bank of America Foundation Rick and Georgette Barton Clark and Evalea Beck Dr. Michael and Della Beebe Jim Beley and Kay Knapton David and Barbara Bell Allen and Judith Bentley Donald Bissonnette John Blatchford and Mun Hee Han Jack and Vicki Block Alexander and Elena Borromeo Roger Bourret and Sara Baldwin Robert and Berlena Brock Jerry and Candace Brockey Marsha Brown Virginia Bullard Duncan Burgess Gordon and Teresa Burke Fred Burrow Jeff and Anne Campbell Cora Chan Gary and Yuki Chikamura Tony and Dorrienne Chinn Chinook District GSS Kevin and Cary Clark Guyneitha Clausen Stephen Coates-White Michael and Mary Cocivera Mary Anne Coles Brian and Elizabeth Coon Kevin and Donna Cox William and Joanne Craig Earl and Adah Cruzen Brian and Regina Daigneault Rose Dang Dena Dawson Martin and Ann Dirks Jeanne Douglas Dowden Associates, Inc.
Teri Eguchi David Feinberg Karen Foss Scott and Heather Foss Larry and Sharie Fuller Glenn Gauthier James Gelose Shelly Glendenning Larry and Linda Granat Greater Seattle District, WSFGC Steven Gregory and Kim Ramsey Laura Grignon Steve Hale and Allison Odenthal Susan Hanley Verda Hansberry Marvin and Shirle Hartley Cessa Heard-Johnson Patrick and Paula Herd Roy and Karen Heric Robert and Peggy Hester Ken and Elizabeth Hildebrant Angela Hoemann Frank and Katie Holland Donald Howard Anthony Hoyt Eileen Hsieh Bob and Mary Hughes Steve and Janet Hunter Wendell and Carrilou Hurlbut Dick and Marjorie Ingalls Jennifer Evans Insurance, Inc. Apasara Jitviriyanon John R. Evans, Inc. Lisa Johnson Darlene and Randy Kaczor Michelle Kasim Flora Belle Key Key Foundation Abhishek Kulkarni Joseph and Kathie Kwilinski Michael and Margaret LaFranchi LaAndy and Donna Lee Richard and Jane Lewis Tim and Lisa Lewis Audrey Lincoff Lions Club of West Seattle Marget Livak Soledad Locsin Jon and Bettina Luce May Toy Lukens Arthur and Wendy Lum Mary Jo Lux David and Constance Magorty Haydon and Nancy Mar Tom Mayburry Raymond and Ruth Mazzoni Stephen and Janiece McCready Jessie McDonald Olga McEwing Microsoft Matching Gifts Program Donna Miller-Parker Jeffrey and Allison Mirkin Jennifer Moss Luisa Motten Bill and Mary Ann Mundy Sebastian Myrick Jon and Wendy Nagasawa Bob and Barbara Nakahara Karl Nore NW Asian Weekly Foundation Elizabeth Nylin Paul and Vic Okerlund Jihad and Wafiyah Othman Tom Pierce Elizabeth Pluhta Mike Porter Gary and Trish Potter Estate of Michiko Prehn Prime West Kathleen Rathbun Robert and Marilyn Rayner Sherry Reichert Larry Reid Reid Middleton, Inc. Rosie Rimando Dale and Margie Rosbach Jerry Rosso Charlie and Genie Runke Richard and Christine Ryan Loretta Seppanen and Rick Sandler Schacht Aslani Architects Charles Schafer and Marianna Clark Scott and Linda Schmitz Yodit Semu and Mikias Mezgebu Rick and Lisa Sever Maureen Shadair Gary and Sharon Shelton Sondra Shira Art and Alice Siegal Signature Landscape Services Stephen and Natalie Simmons Laurie Sparks Eric Steen Kurt Stevens Stokes Auction Group Louise Strander Rebekah Stranges Rob and Penny Sullivan Esther Sunde Anne Suyama Pat and Jeanne Sweeney John and Nancy Tagge Ben Taves The Lewer Agency, Inc. Michael Thompson Diane and Lou Tice Roxanne Tillman Lorraine Toly Sergei Tschernisch Colin and Barbara Tsuchikama Terry Umbreit Universal Business Design Ben and Sarah Upsall Bob Videen and Pam Allen Larry and Marjie Vittum-Jones John and Janet Waggoner Dan Walkup Alan Ward AJ and Muriel Watts Danelle Weston Ross Whitehead and Jean Hicks Karen Whitney Don and Jeanne Wicklund Thomas and Arleen Williams Betty Williams and Ralph Heitt Andy Wilson John and Rebecca Wilson David Wilson and Barbara Devincentis Ken and Anne Wise Wood Harbinger WRA Education Foundation Suma Yagi Anne Zadra Ronald Zaputil and Lucy He Jian Zou and Yilin Sun

Legacy Club
South’s Legacy Club recognizes those donors who plan to contribute through a will, beneficiary designation, gift annuity or trust.

Miller Adams
Frank Beebe
Floyd Bendickson
Jerry Brockey
Dorrienne Chinn
Tony Chinn
Earl Cruzen
Laura Downs
Gloria Dresie
Bob Dunlap
Mary Dunlap
Michele Foley
Ed Gordon
Eve Gordon
Claire Hendrickson
Highland Park Improvement Club
Lori S. Huling
Tom Huling
Elmer Lindseth
Bob Logue
Nancy Mason
Richard Penny
Cheryl Roberts
Maureen Shadair
Jill Wakefield

Fund for Opportunity

South Seattle Community College can be characterized by one word: “Opportunity.” We believe that education is an entry point that creates opportunity for all and offers an equal chance for life success. But we must provide students with the tools they need to achieve this success, such as student scholarships, instructional equipment, faculty enrichment, tutoring and other student support programs.
Each spring, South Seattle Community College holds an Employee Giving Campaign. Employees contribute to the Fund for Opportunity and other areas of the college that they choose to support. During the 2010 Employee Giving Campaign South employees donated more than $33,000 in support of the South Seattle Community College Foundation and its mission to encourage, promote and provide financial support for the educational, scholarly and community programs on behalf of South Seattle Community College.
Thanks to the generosity of our employees, more students at South will be able to achieve their education and career goals – leading to better lives for them and their families.
Thank you South employees!

Kim Alexander
Marilyn Allen
Carlos Amesquita
Marilyn Anderson-Burt
Marianna Asaturova
Katrina Barmuta
Della Beebe
Carolyn Bigelow
Patricia Billings
Don Bissonnette
Van Bobbitt
Roger Bourret
Nancy Bringolf
Marsha Brown
Duncan Burgess
Kurt Buttleman
Janice Campbell
Dorrienne Chinn
Lynn Christiansen
Edward Ciok
Stephen Coates-White
Christa Colouzis
Ted Cosky
Regina Daigneault
Pinky Dale
Bob Delacruz
Sharon Dorman
Teri Eguchi
Michelle Foley
Heather Foss
Glenn Gauthier
Greg Gillespie

Employee Giving Campaign

Elaine Gottschalk
Malcolm Grothe
Jason Gruenwald
Cessa Heard-Johnson
Jean Hernandez
Chad Hickox
Don Howard
Danelle Johnson-Weston
Janet Kapp
Marcia Kato
Ryan Keith
Lolita Khachaturova
Carol Knollmeyer
Barb Krompholz
Kathie Kwilinski
James Lewis
Ricardo Leyva-Puebla
Sandy Long
May Lukens
Monica Lundberg
Kim Manderbach
Haydon Mar
Laura Matson
Kara McArthur
Jessie McDonald
Melanie Meligro
Donna Miller-Parker
Irina Minasova
Dolores Mirabella
Mark Mitsui
Luisa Motten
Mike Munson
Sebastian Myrick
Wendy Nagasawa
Hip Nguyen
Candace Oehler
Gary Oertli
Curt Peterson
Catherine Phipps
Tom Pierce
Elizabeth Pluhta
Bozidar Popovic
Mike Porter
Frank Post
Wendy Price
Rita Rambo
Vanessa Reed
Rosie Rimando
Lisa Sever
Maureen Shadair
Olga Shatunova
Eric Steen
Camille Stempowski
Virginia Sullivan
Yilin Sun
Ben Taves
Michael Thompson
Roxanne Tillman
Molly Tuttle
Kathy Vedvick
Marjorie Vittum-Jones
Matthew von der Ahe
Jill Wakefield
Molly Ward
Christine Williams
Janice Young
Annie Zadra
Jian Zou