News Stories
From Des Moines to Japan: Highline Student Turns Two-Week Study Abroad into Lasting Connection
Rebekah Maloney shared her experience during a two-week study abroad trip to Japan through Highline College and Tenri University’s partnership program.
Highline College Foundation Launches Command Performance Series
Drawing more than 200 attendees, the Highline College Foundation launched its Command Performance Series with a "True Crime Listening Event."
Free ORCA Card a Hit with Highline College Students
The no-cost ORCA card is receiving praise from Highline College students who are using it to visit campus more often, do grocery shopping, visit friends and go to work.
Highline Students Collaborate with Artists and Sound Transit to Create Accessible Public Mural
Highline College partnered with Sound Transit and local artists to create a textured mural at Kent Des Moines station designed to be experienced through both touch and sight.
Celebrate Highline College’s 10th Official Indigenous Peoples' Day
On Monday, Oct. 12, celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with presentations from noted Native American artists and educators.
Most Highline Students Eligible For Free ORCA Card
King County Metro is partnering with Highline College to provide no-cost, fully-loaded ORCA cards to students starting fall quarter.
Shark in the Park: A Celebration 300 Million Years in the Making
This year’s annual Shark in the Park welcomes back the seasonal sixgill shark to Des Moines, Washington—the “Sixgill Shark Capital of the World."
Record Number of Grads Cross the Stage at Commencement 2026
More than 830 Highline College grads took part in this year’s joyful and inspiring Commencement ceremony to celebrate all they’ve accomplished.
Des Moines City Attorney Named Highline’s 2026 Distinguished Alumnus
Tim George has been recognized for helping shape the future of the South King County community he grew up in.
Highline’s Global Fest Celebrates Culture, Community, and Diversity
Vibrant cultural booths, traditional performances, energetic music, and a cultural fashion show were the highlights of this year’s Global Fest.