SKAGIT VALLEY COLLEGE

Issue 1, 2016 SVC is the recipient of a Gold Medal Award for newsletters by the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations.

in partnership with local business leaders in the industry, svc launches its new craft brewing academy in may. (see page 3)

Focused on Excellence PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

FOCUSED ON EXCELLENCE Access, Achievement, Community

kagit Valley College is proud to be part of a community that embraces Issue 1, 2016 civic-minded collaboration, leadership, andS service. In that spirit, we connect with individuals who give back to SVC — and the TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE 2 President’s Message broader community — through their active engagement and support of the College’s mission to 3 Craft Brewing Academy provide a learning environment that is focused on excellence. Not only does their engagement support 4 Spotlight on Student Success academic success for our students, it contributes to 5 Outstanding Faculty & Staff the economic vitality of our region and it enriches our quality of life. 6 Partnerships Throughout Skagit, Island, and San Juan counties, many individuals have joined our commitment to 7 - 8 SVC Foundation Christon Skinner students and community. They are key leaders in Chair government, industry, agriculture, and economic development who foster innovations that help our region prosper and grow. They are dedicated educators © 2016 Skagit Valley College who mentor tomorrow’s leaders. They are passionate Currents is published by the Skagit Valley College philanthropists who support educational opportunities Public Information Office for deserving students. Together, we are creating 2405 East College Way Kathryn Bennett learning opportunities that lead to student success, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Vice Chair email: [email protected] offering industry-aligned training that responds to employer needs, and fostering relationships that last a Editors/Writers: Arden Ainley, Anne Clark, Pam Davis, and lifetime. Brad Tuininga OF TRUSTEES BOARD On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff, Design/Production: and students, we thank the many individuals who Don Cairns enrich Skagit Valley College and our community with Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate Lindsay Fiker their leadership, collaboration, and service. on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age in its programs and employment. Sincerely, COLLEGE MISSION COLLEGE Skagit Valley College provides opportunities for students in pursuit of their educational and Dr. Thomas A. Keegan employment goals, Megan Scott O’Bryan President while contributing to the economic and cultural enrichment of our communities.

John Stephens 2 Issue 1, 2016 cover story SVC launches Craft Brewing Academy The first offered among ’s community and technical colleges

hether it’s stepping out for Working closely with partners who of the business in order to advance in a bite of dinner or taking a are on the forefront of innovation their career goals. weekend drive in the sun, and share the excitement in bringing The Academy’s Advisory Wit doesn’t take long to discover one of agriculture, brewing, economic Committee is comprised of many the many new microbrew establish- vitality, and education together are a of the region’s best brewing profes- ments popping up around the area. few of the qualities that make SVC’s sionals: The Pike Brewing Company, The Northwest — and the newest program so unique. New Westland Distillery, Chuckanut Skagit Valley in particular — is malting techniques developed by Brewery & Kitchen, Skagit Valley a vibrant hub for the craft brew Skagit Valley Malting, combined with Malting & Brewing Company, industry. So, an amazing team of the exceptional flavor and quality of Rockfish Grill & Anacortes Brewery, individuals and organizations came the wheat and barley grown in the Malteurop North American, Inc., together to explore the idea that Valley, promise to enhance the inno- North Sound Brewing Company, has blossomed into SVC’s new Craft vation of the craft brewing industry. Skagit River Brewery, Flyers Brewing Academy. The program Skagit Valley College’s 40-credit, Restaurant & Brewery, Hale’s Ales, is the first to be offered among three-month Academy is built on Golden Distillery, Boundary Bay Washington’s community and these innovations and leverages the Brewery, and WSU Research and technical colleges. partnerships with local farmers and Extension. With the Craft Brewing Academy, The Bread Lab. The Academy launches Visit www.skagit.edu/craftbrew partnership is key. The Academy is in May. the result of the College’s participa- Classes will take place at SVC’s tion in Governor Inslee’s Skagit Valley new Cardinal Craft Brewing facility, Innovation Partnership Zone (IPZ) located at the Port of Skagit in SVC in the News for Value Added Agriculture. The IPZ Burlington. The unique curriculum There’s a lot of MEDIA BUZZ about SVC’s nurtures partnerships to enhance will teach an overview of the new Craft Brewing Academy. Check out a few the agricultural industry, promoting complete craft brew business, “from of the recent highlights: innovative approaches that combine grain to glass.” Providing the research and technology, producing curriculum development are brew- KING 5 TV in Seattle, March 17th a robust economy centered on the ers from Rockfish Grill & Anacortes www.skagit.edu/KING5 valley’s rich agricultural resources. Brewery, Flyers Restaurant & Skagit Valley Herald The partnership is a virtual ‘who’s Brewery, and Boundary Bay www.skagit.edu/skagitvalleyherald who’ in agriculture and community Brewery. leadership: Dr. Stephen Jones, Students will gain a foundation Whidbey News Times Director of The Bread Lab; Dave of knowledge that is required for www.skagit.edu/whidbeynewstimes Hedlin of Hedlin Family Farms; successful employment. They will Tap Trail in Bellingham Kraig Knutzen of Knutzen Farms; learn about the science and practice www.skagit.edu/taptrail Steve Sakuma of Sakuma Brothers of brewing in the classroom, in the Farms; Wayne Carpenter of Skagit on-site brew lab, and at internships Northwest Brew Talk Podcast www.skagit.edu/nwbrewtalk Valley Malting; Washington State at local breweries. The Academy is University; Northwest Agriculture ideal for those considering entry Washington Beer Blog in Seattle Business Center; Port of Skagit; City into the brewing industry, as well www.skagit.edu/wabeerblog of Mount Vernon; and EDASC. as those pursuing wider knowledge Issue 1, 2016 3 focused on excellence Access, Achievement, Community Spotlight on Student Success

Excelling at SVC and beyond: All-Washington Academic Team 2016 wo outstanding SVC students, SVC has been one of the most influential and Samantha Martin and Kevin Felt, beneficial experiences in my life thus far,” she were named to the 2016 All-Washington said. “SVC offers a small and intimate learning TAcademic Team and honored at the annual environment and the tight-knit community on ceremony that was held March 24th in campus fully embraces students and encourag- Olympia. es student success.” Samantha’s goal includes Each year, All-Washington provides an earning a Ph.D. in Psychology, with a focus on opportunity for community and technical Neuroscience and a minor in nutrition. college students to be recognized for their With a 3.87 GPA, Kevin Felt is majoring achievements. Governor Jay Inslee provided in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry at the Samantha Martin the keynote address to honor the team and Mount Vernon Campus. In his free time, Kevin each student received a medallion from likes to woodwork, exercise, and spend time their college president. Kevin and Samantha with his friends and family. Next fall, he will received their commemorative medallion transfer to the to from SVC President Dr. Tom Keegan. study Molecular Biology/Biochemistry and Samantha Martin first enrolled at SVC’s pursue a bachelor of science and a Ph.D. For Campus through Running Kevin, Skagit was the right fit. “I appreciate Start. In addition to majoring in Psychology the time I’ve spent at SVC because it offered and maintaining a 3.88 GPA, Samantha is me a legitimate, robust education at an afford- Student Government President and Vice- able cost,” he said. “I am just now turning 21 President of Phi Theta Kappa. Now, she’s ex- and I’ve come to the conclusion that SVC has cited to graduate in June with her high school been a very wise decision for beginning my Kevin Felt diploma and associate’s degree. “Attending undergraduate education.”

Excelling on and off the court — Committed to SVC student athletes recognized for Academic Excellence their education: Three student athletes, Nianiella Dorvall, Nikkie Froehlich, and Students visit Olympia for Daryon James, were recognized for their Academic Excellence by the Student Advocacy Day Northwest Athletic Conference for Winter Quarter. To be eligible, each In January, SVC student leaders must be a sophomore, have earned a minimum of 36 credits, have a and advisors traveled to Olympia 3.25 cumulative GPA, and be recommended by their college. Daryon James for Community & Technical After graduating from SVC, Nianiella plans to complete medical College Student Advocacy Day, school and work with “Doctors without Borders.” Nikkie will transfer an annual event organized by the to a four-year university to become a dental assistant. “Both of these Council of Unions and Student young women are outstanding students and leaders,” said Women’s Programs. During their visit, the Basketball Head Coach Steve Epperson. “Their accomplishments students learned about current represent the very best in higher education, Cardinal athletics, and legislative items, discussed how student success.” specific bills impact students, and After graduating from SVC, Daryon will transfer to a four-year engaged with legislators. university where he will continue his academic and athletic career. Nianiella Dorvall “I am truly proud of the effort Daryon has given on the court AND in the classroom,” said Men’s Basketball Head Coach Brock Veltri. “He characterizes everything that is great about being a student athlete today.” “We are especially proud of the academic achievement of our student athletes,” said Dr. Dave Paul, SVC Vice President for Student Services. “This is an important acknowledgment of the hard work of Nianiella, Senator Barbara Bailey, 10th Legislative Nikkie, and Daryon, both on and off the court.” District, attends Student Advocacy Day www.skagit.edu/athletics Nikkie Froehlich

4 Issue 1, 2016 focused on excellence Access, Achievement, Community Three SVC staff members are pursuing their educational Faculty and Staff: goals, thanks to scholarship Committed to Students OUTSTANDING support from the Skagit Our college community is comprised of exceptional faculty members who engage Women’s Alliance & Network. and inspire and devoted staff who support teaching and learning. Together, their commitment is creating a vibrant learning environment that enhances instruction and Enrollment supports student success. Services Program Manager Sindie Howland is pursuing her Meet Dr. Eduardo Jaramillo bachelor’s degree Vice President of Administrative Services at WSU and eventually a master’s degree in higher education kagit Valley College is pleased to announce that Dr. Eduardo Jaramillo was selected as Vice leadership. President of Administrative Services. He began his Snew role in February, succeeding Mary Alice Grobins who Maestros Para retired at the end of last year. Pueblo Liaison Dr. Jaramillo brings a rich and varied background to Daisy Padilla- SVC, in both administrative services and community college instruction. He has 12 Torres is pursuing years of experience in the Washington community and technical college system. a master’s degree Most recently, he served as the Director of the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) that will enrich her Program at . In this role, he was a tenured faculty member, teaching management and multimedia courses and served as a part-time ad- role of encourag- ministrator. He also served as Chair of the statewide BAS Directors’ group and ing others to served as Chair of the College Council/Safety Committee at Peninsula College. pursue a college education. Prior to his higher education experience, Dr. Jaramillo served 27 years in the U.S. Navy, with the last 15 years as an officer. In his last military position, he Environmental served as the Executive Officer of the Naval Magazine Base Indian Island at Port Conservation Lab Hadlock, WA. In this role, he was responsible for all administrative services at Manager Corrin this highly secure and complex facility. Prior to that, he served as a Naval Chief Hamburg is Financial Officer in Washington, D.C., overseeing a budget of over $2.5 billion. earning a master’s An avid photographer, Dr. Jaramillo completed his Master of Fine Arts in pho- degree in tography in December 2015. His work has been exhibited in galleries in Seattle, Environmental Coupeville, Portland, and the Olympic Peninsula. Science with a Dr. Jaramillo also holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems Management, a focus in Water Resource Management. Master’s degree in Business Administration, and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.

Committed to Students Bob Malphrus, Human Services Co-Chair, Crystal Allison, Associate Dean of received The Financial Aid, was honored with the Teacher Excellence Award for 2015-16. Washington Financial Aid Association’s Incoming students at Evergreen nominate Unsung Hero Award. The award a teacher they felt made the biggest recognizes a WFAA member who difference in their education. has demonstrated extraordinary In nominating Bob, the student wrote: commitment to Washington students or “Bob has encouraged me to always WFAA by working quietly and without strive for the best in my education. He also helps me in my reward or recognition on committees, at their institution, professional life definitely in the roughest of times. I wouldn’t and in the community. be at Evergreen if it weren’t for him and his guidance.”

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with Business and Civic Leaders SVC’s Veterans PARTNERING throughout the District Education Office is ready to help members Connections throughout our community play an important role in our of the military, work. By forming partnerships with key leaders in education, government, veterans, and family members achieve their business, healthcare, and economic development, we are exploring educational goals. employment trends, emerging technologies, and innovative pathways Mark Wanless, Veterans Education Coordinator that lead to academic success. These collaborations support our focus on at the Whidbey Island Campus, is now visiting the Navy College Office on Naval Air Station excellence and help us provide industry-aligned training, prepare students Whidbey Island from noon to 4pm on the first for success in the workforce, and enrich our community. and third Thursday of the month. Contact Mark at 679.5392 or [email protected]

SVC San Juan Center, WSU Extension San Juan County, and the Port of Friday Harbor

ith a beautiful view overlooking the Friday Harbor Airport, SVC San Juan WCenter, WSU Extension San Juan County, and the Port of Friday Harbor celebrated 20 years of partnership at a reception on March 3. Hosted by the College and the SVC Foundation, the event provided an opportunity for community members (Left to Right): Marilyn O’Conner, Executive Director, Port of Friday Harbor; Greg Hertel, to gather and learn how the relationship serves the Friday Harbor Port Commissioner and SJC science instructor; Dr. Tom Keegan, President educational needs of the residents of the San Juans. of SVC; and Kristina Bayas, Interim Director of WSU Extension San Juan County.

Shell Puget Sound Refinery welcomes San Juan Center Chemistry class for special demonstration SVC’S SOUTH WHIDBEY CENTER: Meeting the n March 4th, Shell Puget needs of the community Sound Refinery welcomed Thanks to a partnership ODr. Michael Balise’s between the College Chemistry class from SVC’s San and the South Whidbey Juan Center for a demonstration of School District, SVC’s South Shell’s “Mini-PSR distillation unit.” Whidbey Center continues The demonstration was delivered to serve the south end of by Process Engineer Steve Williams Whidbey Island from its and Civil Engineer Monick Estrada. location at South Whidbey The “Mini-PSR Refinery” is a special distillation unit, made mostly of glass, High School. The Center which allows the viewer to see how the distillation process works. While offers small class sizes, the actual refining process distills crude oil and creates critical products that personal interaction, and people depend on such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and propane, the “Mini- Women in Transition, a PSR Refinery” models the distillation process with water and food coloring, to program that includes demonstrate how molecules are separated within the various towers at the resume development, job Puget Sound Refinery. search techniques, and life This unique learning opportunity helped bring to life the chemical concepts skills. being explored in the SJC classroom. Thank you, Shell Puget Sound Refinery!

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The Impact of Philanthropy & Community

to help with the selection process, and pupils, blood, sweat, rapid breathing, student achievement is celebrated at our increased pulse, reaction to medication Honors Receptions. It’s also a time when and so much more) while learning in a we recognize the College’s supporters controlled setting that replicates the real who help make dreams of a college edu- world. Our old manikins could provide cation come true. some of the same experiences, but not But this spring is special. Thanks to with the level of detail and “reality” that the support of a generous donor, the lab these new manikins bring. They also experience for students in the nursing come with countless simulation activi- program will be transformed. ties and two days of specialized training As they say, timing is everything. for our nursing faculty. And it couldn’t have been more perfect There’s another side to this gift that when this contribution arrived. Just as may not be so obvious. And that is the the service licenses were expiring on indirect effect it has on other work- the nursing program’s old simulation force program areas on campus. Now manikins, a donor gave $180,000 to that the cost is eliminated to pay for purchase two new, top-of-the-line maintenance, upkeep and replacement manikins (SimMan)—one for each for two aging simulation manikins, the nursing lab in Mount Vernon and Oak College can redirect some of our mod- Harbor. These manikins are so advanced est equipment budget to other priority in their technology and capability that needs across campus. The true impact is the Washington State Legislature is con- immeasurable! sidering an update to the Washington No matter the size or type of gift, Administrative Code governing licensure philanthropy changes student’s lives The Impact of Philanthropy for nurses and allowing for work on the and impacts our community in countless SimMan to supplant up to 50% of the ways. Whether it’s a $35 donation that hilanthropy takes a prominent internship requirements nurses need to helps a student purchase a bus pass, a place at Skagit Valley College achieve the state license. $500 contribution that pays nearly half every spring quarter. This time of Imagine a student environment a quarter’s tuition, or a gift like the one Pyear is when students eagerly apply for where nurses can safely apply new skills described here, Skagit Valley College is SVC Foundation Scholarships, donors and experience almost everything they’ll stronger and more reflective of our com- and community members are invited face in the professional setting (dilated munity thanks to your support!

The Impact of Community 1st Annual Whidbey Island 5K Fund Run

hanks to event sponsors: underwriter Whidbey Island (Heritage) Bank, Boeing, Associated Students of Skagit Valley College – Whidbey Island Campus, Flyers Restaurant, and the SVC Foundation,T the 1st Annual 5K Fund Run was an amazingly fun and successful event! Despite the early morning cool temperatures, spirits were high for all who registered to run or walk the 12 laps. The run was hosted by the Skagit Valley College Foundation and SVC Whidbey Island Campus Student Life and helped raise money for scholarships for students studying at SVC's Whidbey Island Campus. If you weren't able to join us at the 5K Fund Run, you can still make a donation online by visiting www.skagitfoundation.org Representing Whidbey Island Bank (left to right), Letta Meaux, Melissa McCumber, Tiffany Martens, Mitchell Frondozo, along with Thank you, Whidbey Island community! 5K winner, Christopher Banks.

Issue 1, 2016 7 WAYNE CARPENTER

BOARD OF GOVERNORS JEFF PLEET SUSIE DEVRIES President JANE KOETJE if wayne carpenter isn’t HEATHER GILLISSE HERNANDEZ VHARI RUST- a skagit valley household Vice President CLARK PAM ALLEN name yet, it soon will be. Secretary ROB WOODS Wayne and his company, Skagit Valley Malting, KATHY DOLL SHELLEY ROBERTS Treasurer TONY WISDOM have been key players in Governor Inslee’s Skagit EMERITUS Valley Innovation Partnership Zone (IPZ). The ELIN ANDERSON* ROGER HULBUSH Value Added Agriculture IPZ was created to bring JIM ANDERSON ELNA IVERSEN* together research (Washington State University), CHERYL BISHOP MARK IVERSON* BETTY BLACK JACK KENNEY* workforce training (Skagit Valley College), and many organizations and SUSAN COOPER JOHN MEYER private sector businesses — including Skagit Valley Malting and local farmers MIKE CRAWFORD BUD MOORE NORM ARLENE NELSON — to support entrepreneurism and innovation around Skagit Valley’s greatest DAHLSTEDT PAM NELSON resource, agriculture. DENNY DAVIS* MARJE PETERS* MICKI DEIRLEIN* SCOTT RICHARDS* JAMES FORD BUD STROM This is how SVC’s Craft Brewing in the industry who continue to help us WALLIE FUNK DAVID STRONG Academy was born—an outgrowth of the shape our new craft brewing program. RUTH GIDLUND* SUSAN SCRIPPS NEIL HALL WOOD* Innovation Partnership Zone. WSU will As if his work with the IPZ isn’t recog- JACK HENRIOT* *Deceased provide research in crop varietals, farm- nition enough, Wayne and Skagit Valley ing systems and a nationally recognized Malting have recently been named a COLLEGE ADVANCEMENT research bakery; Wayne, Skagit Valley semifinalist for a James Beard award, one Foundation Marketing & of the food world’s highest honors. This ANNE CLARK Communications Malting, Flyers Restaurant & Brewery Executive Director award recognizes people who are making a JAMES WALTERS (owned by Tony Savoy), and Chuckanut BRAD TUININGA Director, Marketing & Communitcations Brewery and Kitchen (owned by Mari and substantial impact, at the national level, in Major Gifts and the wine, spirits and beer industry. Campaign Director ARDEN AINLEY Will Kemper), and local farmers will repre- PAM DAVIS Chief Public Information One of Skagit Valley College’s greatest Officer sent business; and Skagit Valley College’s Development strengths, and commitments, is partner- Coordinator DON CAIRNS new Craft Brewing Academy will provide Senior Graphic Designer ing with our community and leveraging KELLY REEP workforce training in craft brewing. We Event Coordinator multiple resources to serve our communi- expect additional SVC programs to sup- KARIN WILLIAMS ty’s needs and make it an exceptional place Accountant port the IPZ as well, including Culinary to live. Together with Wayne, Skagit Valley CHAD PETTAY Arts, Sustainable Agriculture, Business Resident Director Malting, local farmers, and WSU, we carry Campus View Village Management, and others! on this tradition. One day people will see SHANNON O’NEIL This is truly an innovative approach to Administrative Services the Skagit Valley a destination for craft Manager value added agriculture—fostering new brewing and a thriving culinary scene. Campus View Village markets (craft brewing) for locally grown One of the core missions of the SVC wheat and barley, which is typically a low Foundation is to connect the College with If you would like more information on value cover crop for farmers, and using the community in deep and meaningful ways you can be more involved with SVC, please contact: Skagit Valley Malting’s approach with ways. The Skagit Valley College Foundation Anne Clark, Executive Director of advanced process manufacturing concepts. celebrates the partnerships that have re- College Advancement Wayne is also connecting SVC with leaders sulted from the IPZ in the Skagit Valley. 360.416.7821 [email protected]