2020-2021 Olympic College Catalog
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OLYMPIC COLLEGE 2020 – 2021 CATALOG Message from the President Welcome to Olympic College! Greetings Olympic College Rangers, Welcome to Olympic College! Whether you’re looking to earn a certificate, associate degree, transfer to a university, or earn a bachelor’s degree right here at Olympic College, we’re here to help you achieve your goals and dreams. This past year presented challenges that none of us could have foreseen with the global spread of COVID-19. Olympic College, like colleges and universities throughout the state and across the country, was required to temporarily move all instruction and services online. With more than 2,000 courses in our catalog and 7,000 students quarterly, moving everything online was a Herculean task – but we did it. While preparing for our first ever exclusively online quarter, Olympic College also launched a new student management system – Community and Technical College Link (ctcLink). ctcLink replaces an internally built system that was launched in 1984. It provides a modern portal where students can choose a program of study, register for classes, pay tuition, track Marty Cavalluzzi, Ph.D. your progress, apply for graduation and much more. It was yet another President, Olympic College unforeseen challenge for the college and our students to overcome. As is often the case, you see great innovation during times of crises, and this was no exception. 2020-2021 Across the college, on all three campuses and the Puget Sound Naval Board of Trustees Shipyard (PSNS), every employee and student rose to the challenge, Harriette Bryant and I consider them all heroes. The dedication to students and to fellow Chair of the Board employees was inspirational, heartwarming, and fills one with pride. Departments across the college launched virtual lobbies, where students Tom Eckmann could drop in and meet with staff “in-person.” Live chats and virtual town halls were held where students and employees alike could receive answers Candelario Gonzalez to pressing questions. And courses we thought could never be offered online, like nursing and chemistry, were available to start the quarter. Cheryl Miller As we gradually return to normalcy, which includes resuming in-person instruction and services, the college continues to focus on its long-term goals and initiatives. In 2017, the college joined Achieving the Dream (ATD) – a transformative national network of more than 270 colleges committed to helping students achieve their college and career goals. As part of ATD, the college is working to implement Guided Pathways – a research-based initiative that aims to close equity gaps and improve graduation rates by grouping the college’s courses into programs of study that give students clear pathways to their chosen major or career. It’s been a difficult year, but the students and employees of Olympic College have risen to meet every challenge we’ve faced, and we will continue to meet new challenges as they arise. We’re here to help you achieve your goals, through high-quality in-person and online learning opportunities! Together, We are OC! Marty Cavalluzzi, Ph.D. President, Olympic College General Information Welcome! College Environment Olympic College offers many opportunities to The site of the largest campus is located in excel. Our students can take courses to sat- Bremerton, a city of more than 41,000 resi- isfy the first two years of a bachelor's degree, dents in Kitsap County with spectacular views allowing them to transfer to colleges and uni- of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier. versities to complete their four-year degrees. Bremerton has many new parks, public art, Additionally, students can expand their job hotels, and other developments that are chang- skills, enhance their academic skills to prepare ing the downtown area and the city. The city for college, take courses to prepare for new has a direct connection by ferry to Seattle, the careers or get retraining. We offer four bach- largest city in Washington state, providing elor's degrees, in addition to numerous other ample opportunities to attend professional bachelor's level programs through university sports events and explore art, theater and partners located on our campuses. Along the cultural offerings. way, staff and faculty want students to succeed The Poulsbo campus is also located in North and many services are provided to help. Please Kitsap. The city has a population of 11,000 use this catalog to learn about policies and and is growing. The site of the Poulsbo campus Olympic College is recognized as one of procedures, degrees and certificates, enroll- has seen the addition of new stores and new the top community colleges in the nation. ment, registration, and advisors who can help housing developments. The city of Poulsbo is In 2015, we were a top ten finalist for the students create an academic plan that will assist close to ferries that can take residents and visi- in reaching personal and professional goals. tors to Seattle and surrounding towns across Aspen Prize, the nation's preeminent A wealth of information about resources and Puget Sound. recognition of high achievement and cultural activities is also available to students. Shelton, a city of 10,000 residents, is in Mason performance in community colleges. OC County. The town is 22 miles from Olympia, the offers a variety of pathways for students to About the College state’s capital, and is located a short distance from the spectacular beauty of Hood Canal, achieve their goals, from certificates and OC started in 1946 with 575 full-time stu- local and state parks, and Olympic National associate degrees, to bachelor's degrees dents in Bremerton. Since then, the college Park. The area is known for its relaxed pace and beyond. The college has campuses has grown, serving nearly 12,000 full- and and quality of life. part-time students a year within Kitsap and in Bremerton, Poulsbo and Shelton, with Mason counties. The number of locations has approximately 1,100 full- and part-time continued to expand over the years as well. A Mission, Vision, Values satellite campus opened in Shelton in 1968 to faculty and staff dedicated to serving our provide classes to Mason County residents – a Mission students in Kitsap and Mason counties. permanent campus was established in 1995. The Olympic College enriches our diverse communi- Poulsbo campus opened in the winter of 2004 Student Profile (2018–19) ties through quality education and support so to create additional educational opportunities students achieve their educational goals. • 11,572 – annual headcount in Kitsap County. Other locations in the com- munity as well as distance learning, evening and • 55% full-time – 12+ credits weekend classes provide even more options. Vision • 45% part-time – less than 12 At Olympic College we envision learning as The college has made a variety of changes to a life enhancing journey of discovery where: credits meet the needs of our students. A Bachelor of • 32% under age 20 Applied Science in Digital Filmmaking, Bachelor I. Our students are life-long learners in • 39% 20-29 of Applied Science in Information Systems, a global society. Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Bachelor • 17% 30-39 of Applied Science in Organizational Leader- To realize our vision, we will focus on • 13% 40+ ship and Technical Management are available. student learning and success, promoting Students may also choose to transfer to one learning through accessible education, • Median age: 24 years of the universities that are co-located at the personalized service, adaptive and Bremerton and Poulsbo campuses. innovative teaching, and an ongoing commitment to academic excellence. In response to the growing need for hous- ing, the College opened its own residence II. Our employees are empowered to hall in 2013. OC recently completed a 70,000 achieve the college mission. square-foot College Instruction Center where To realize our vision, we will appreciate art, music, filmmaking and health occupations and value our employees, providing programs are located. This state-of-the-art, mul- opportunities to enhance professional tipurpose instructional space includes a 270-seat skills, encouraging learning and College Tours theater. The College also opened a high-quality advancement, and prioritizing and sharing Tours are available at the Bremerton, modular building in Poulsbo to provide more institutional resources. Poulsbo and Shelton campuses for prospec- space for our growing partnership with Western tive students, family, friends and groups. Washington University, in addition to building III. Our community recognizes the Contact the Welcome Center to schedule a new welding shop at our Shelton campus. college as its cornerstone of learning. your visit! These advancements and additions truly allow To realize our vision, we will develop strong [email protected], 360-475-7279 OC to reach its full potential and strengthen community partnerships and fulfill our role the quality of education we provide. as a cultural center, enriching those we serve by creating relevant educational options and bringing a diverse array of activities to the region. 2 Olympic College Catalog 2020–2021 General Information Values b. Develop, prioritize and communicate our Numerous services are available to help stu- goals corroboratively. dents during their time at the college including We honor our shared values by holding our- c. Identify, share, and make the most admissions, registration, advising, a bookstore, selves and each other accountable for: effective use of our resources. financial aid, library, tutoring, services for stu- dents with disabilities, and Military & Veteran 1. A Dedication to Public Service and d. Work together to accomplish our tasks and Programs. An extensive list of services can be Higher Education achieve the college mission. found in the “College Resources” section of this To demonstrate our values we… e. Strive for a balanced work environment in catalog or on the OC website.