April Nilsen named Executive Director of Shoreline College Foundation

April Nilsen, Executive Director
Shoreline College Foundation and
Associate Vice President of
Development and Community Engagement

BIG NEWS! Join the college in welcoming April Nilsen as the new Executive Director of the Shoreline College Foundation and Associate Vice President of Development and Community Engagement.

April brings more than 12 years of nonprofit development, communications, and organizational leadership experience, most recently serving as Vice President of Development & Impact at Washington Alliance for Better Schools.

With a career centered at the intersection of education, philanthropy, and community, April is passionate about building authentic relationships and creating opportunities that make a difference for students.

She began her new role at Shoreline College on August 3, 2026.  

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Dante King at Shoreline College February 25, 2026

Dante King

Dante King

Author | Leader | Speaker | Innovator
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
6:00 - 8:00pm

Shoreline College

16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133
Main Dining Room (9215) Pagoda Union Building
Free parking!

Join us in this thought-provoking keynote, where Dante King will explore the systemic nature of anti-blackness in America, its psychological and sociocultural dimensions, and the ways it continues to shape our communities today. 

Drawing on historical research, lived experiences and contemporary examples, this keynote will challenge participants to confront uncomfortable truths while offering a vision for equity, justice, and collective healing.

Dante King is a San Francisco native, author, and executive producer of the award-winning book and docuseries Diagnosing Whiteness & Anti-Blackness: White Psychopathology, Collective Psychosis, and Trauma in America, which debuted as Amazon’s #1 New Release. He is the founder of Blackademics, a nonprofit dedicated to creating educational opportunities for professionals and the broader community.

Dante’s work spans Afro-Realism, Critical Race Studies, Whiteness Studies, and American History, with a focus on race, racism, and legality in shaping U.S. culture and identity. He also authored The 400-Year Holocaust: White America’s Legal, Psychopathic, and Sociopathic Black Genocide and the Revolt Against Critical Race Theory.

 
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Apply for Shoreline College Foundation scholarships

The Shoreline College Foundation Scholarship window for the 2026–2027 academic year is officially OPEN**!

If you’re planning to attend Shoreline next year, now is the time to apply.

Scholarships can help cover tuition, books, and the costs that make college possible — but only if you submit your application.

Don’t wait. Don’t miss out. Apply today and invest in your future.

Apply for Shoreline College scholarship here

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A Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Edwin Pratt January 29, 2026 at Shoreline College

Join us for the Edwin Pratt Day of Remembrance, a special event dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of Edwin Pratt, an influential civil rights leader and community advocate. 

Mr. Pratt, a resident of Shoreline, WA, dedicated his life to fighting for equal rights, especially in housing and education. His work remains an inspiration, and his legacy continues to shape our commitment to building an inclusive and fair society. 

At the event, we will reflect on his achievements, share stories of his impact, and renew our commitment to the values he championed.

Location: Shoreline College PUB, Building 9000, 16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline WA 98133

Thursday, January 29, 2026 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm

There is no charge to attend this event. We will be serving light refreshments.

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Coastal Community Bank donates to Shoreline College Foundation for student basic needs

Shoreline College Foundation members pose with donors from Coastal Community Bank
Photo courtesy Shoreline College Foundation

Gratitude for Coastal Community Bank! 

Shoreline College was awarded an Impact Grant to help students with basic needs support. This fund will directly impact students and help them stay in school and finish their education! Thank you Coastal Bank for investing in our community!

--Shoreline College Foundation

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