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October 9, 2017

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Walter Beach III 2018-2019 FASFA Now Open

After serving in the U.S. military, III High school seniors, current college was a NFL defensive back for the Boston Patriots (now known as the ). In students or adults in need of federal student aid 1962, the team was scheduled to play a preseason game in New Orleans, Louisiana. to attend college during the 2018-2019 should Team policy required separate lodging for Black players - usually with Black families or complete the Federal Application for segregated hotels. Beach challenged the policy and organized a protest among the Black Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as players. The next year, he was labeled a “troublemaker” and cut from the team. possible. Applications will be accepted

However, this was not the immediate end of beginning October 1, 2017. Learn more about Beach’s football career. Picked up as a free agent before the start of the 1964 season, Beach the process here or check with your school joined the Browns playing with football counselor. great . The Browns won the NFL championship that same year, but after Jim Brown’s sudden retirement, the Browns released Beach. The Office of Homeless Youth Beach and Jim Brown would make another appearance together in 1967 during what was Prevention and Protection Programs called the Cleveland Summit. Eleven pro (OHY) leads the statewide efforts to reduce athletes; Bill Russell, Jim Brown, Lew Alcindor and prevent homelessness for youth and (a.k.a. Kareem Abdul Jabbar), Carl Stokes, young adults through five Walter Beach, Bobby Mitchell, , priority service areas. With a mission to Curtis McClinton, Willie Davis, Jim Shorter and increase the well-being of youth and young joined together in support of Muhammad Ali’s conscientious objection against adults in transition, the Office of Homeless the Vietnam War. Youth works to coordinate and refer homeless youth under 18 to housing The iconic Cleveland Summit was the first of its Resources. kind; professional athletes using their platform to highlight the need for social equity in the United States and was the catalyst for similar protests. If you know a runaway or a young person thinking about running away, you can talk to Since the summit, Beach attended Yale Law someone confidentially at the School and often lectures to young people. At National Runaway Safeline: age 84, he is one oldest living professional NFL 1-800-RUNAWAY players.

Sources: Atlanta Black Star.com; Cleveland.com; NY Times.com; The Undefeated.com; Time.com; Wikipedia.org

Medicare Open Enrollment for 2018 Begins October 15, 2017

Medicare enrollees can make changes to their coverage during Washington HealthPlan Finder Open Enrollment, October 15, 2017 Open Enrollment Begins Nov. 1 to December 7, 2017. For more information about switching from

Also known as Obamacare, open Original Medicare to a enrollment for the Affordable Care Act for Medicare Advantage Plan or 2018 opens November 1, 2017 and ends Medicare Part D plan, go to December 15, 2017. The enrollment www.CMS.gov or call period is shorter this year due to federal 1-800-633-4227 budget cuts.

The Obamacare/Affordable Care Act provides healthcare coverage for millions of The Statewide Health Insurance Americans who either couldn't get or Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) provides afford health insurance through their employer. Washington State residents can free, unbiased and confidential help apply or change their current healthcare plan with Medicare and other health care during the open choices to people of all ages and enrollment period using Washington’s Health backgrounds. Call toll-free at Plan Finder website or calling 1-800-562-6900 1-855-923-4633 TDD 360-586-0241

OFFICE OF HOMELESS YOUTH (OHY) LOOKING FOR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS? INNOVATION GRANT Find federal, state and local government opportunities with just one click! PTAC Electronic Bid-Match The Office of Homeless Youth is seeking proposals from organizations interested in participating on a project to test approaches and program models that provide stability and prevent youth and WSDOT ON THE JOB TRAINING young adults from experiencing For grant and program information, visit the WSDOT OJTSS homelessness after exiting public website. Sign up for WSDOT grant and OJT updates click systems such as foster care or the here. Follow the directions to sign up and under News criminal justice system. Information - News Releases and Topical Updates, select WSDOT OJT Supportive Services Updates. RFP Deadline: November 13, 2017 RFP No. 17-46304-001

Introduce a Girl to Nano! Saturday, October 14, 2017 | 1 PM to 4 PM

In celebration of National Nanotechnology Day, Women in Chemical Engineering and the Clean Energy Institute will be holding a nanotechnology fair with various experiments to inspire young girls and women towards a STEM field. Girl scouts attending the event will receive a patch. Join us and build your own nano solar cell, race solar cars, create a graphene circuit and a rainbow thin film and much more! Register here

Husky Union Building—University of Washington HUB 334 4001 E. Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105

Listed are a few of the newest employment announcements. A more comprehensive list of jobs is availa- ble on webpage—www.caa.wa.gov. Resources and job fair information for job seekers available at worksourcewa.com. Click on ‘career tools’ and ‘workshops and hiring events’ for timely, state-wide information.

WASHINGTON STATE LEGISLATURE: 2018 HOUSE & SENATE PAGE APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED. Students 14-16 years of age can apply for both House and Senate Page Programs, but can only serve in one chamber, not both.

2018 LEGISLATIVE SESSION SUPPORT STAFF RECRUITMENT. Committee assistants, clerks and bill report assistants needed for temporary administrative and clerical positions. See the Senate Committees Employment website for detailed information. Apply now!

WASHINGTON STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT COUNCIL recruitments

WASHINGTON STATE COMMISSION ON AFRICAN AMERICAN AFFAIRS—VOLUNTEER INTERNSHIP

WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS —www.jobs.doc.wa.gov. Currently accepting applications for multiple Correctional Officer positions throughout the state! For more infor- mation or to APPLY, visit jobs.doc.wa.gov| keyword: CO1

DIVERSITY CONSULTANT: The Department of Corrections recognizes staff as our greatest asset and places a high val- ue on Workplace Diversity and Inclusion; so much so, that we employ three (3) regional Diversity Consultants. We are currently seeking a passionate and qualified candidate to fill this coveted role for the Northwest region.

NURSES: Washington State Department of Corrections are currently seeking qualified nurses throughout the state to provide healthcare to incarcerated individuals serving time at a Washington State correctional facility. For more in- formation or to APPLY, visit jobs.doc.wa.gov| keyword: NURSE

LOCAL BUSINESS ADVISOR: This position will serve as the principal business advisor and manages all business opera- tions for Monroe Correctional Complex. For more information, or to APPLY, visit jobs.doc.wa.gov keyword: ADVISOR

WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Work Zone Traffic Engineer 3, Shoreline, WA. Open until filled. Property & Acquisition Specialist 3 In-training Eminent Domain Appraiser, Shoreline, WA. Open continuous Property & Acquisition Specialist 3, Spokane, WA. Closing 10/12/2017 Maintenance Technician 1 (non-perm, Winter Season), Spokane, WA. Open continuous

SOUTH PUGET SOUND COMMUNITY COLLEGE openings ; CLARK COLLEGE openings: BATES COLLEGE openings SEATTLE CITY LIGHT openings