Happy Week 9 TRIO Scholars!
In this issue:
Academic fair
FAFSA Now Available for 2025-26 Academic Year
Internships
Community Events
Campus Resources
TRIO Updates
Time to Start Planning for Winter Registration!
Winter registration is right around the corner, and the Academic Fair is your chance to connect with faculty about upcoming programs and courses. This event is a great opportunity to get valuable insights directly from professors, so coming prepared can make a big difference! Your TRIO advisor is here to support you through this process, from reviewing catalog options to narrowing down program choices, checking for prerequisites, and brainstorming questions to ask faculty.
To align with Evergreen's evolving learning formats, there will be two Academic Fair options:
In-Person Academic Fair
When: Wednesday, December 4th, 2:00–3:30 PM
Where: Evan’s Hall Lobby
Who Should Attend: Students interested in daytime, in-person, or hybrid classes on the Olympia campus, including courses and both part-time and full-time programs.
Remote Academic Fair
When: Wednesday, December 4th, 4:30–6:00 PM
Where: Zoom (link available day-of at Academic Fair website)
Who Should Attend: Students considering Remote or Evening & Weekend courses (use the catalog filter for these offerings).
FAFSA Update
The 2025-26 FAFSA for is now available for all students. Complete the form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school for the upcoming academic year. Click here to apply: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
The 2025-26 WASFA will be available in early December. https://wsac.wa.gov/2024-25-FAFSA-Updates
Federal Student Aid will host three free virtual events on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Join to learn how to navigate your StudentAid.gov account and complete the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Sessions include:
The StudentAid.gov Account Overview @10:30 AM PT
Navigating the 25-26 FAFSA Form for Dependent Students @1:30 PM PT
Navigating the 25-26 FAFSA Form for Independent Students @3:30 PM PT
The Internships Office
Seed
Internship Program
Seed Internships connect diverse college students and recent graduates with local employers in Pierce and King County for paid summer internships and professional development opportunities. Evergreen will be hosting a virtual information session for students interested in learning more about this program on December 4th, 1-2 PM.
To attend the presentation, click here: Seed Internships Information Session
To learn more about the program, you can also visit their website: https://www.degreesofchange.org/programs/seed-internships/
The application to join the summer 2025 cohort closes on January 14.
Access the Evergreen Internship Catalog for a complete, live list of opportunities, including details on payment, location, and application. Closed applications are moved to a section for future internship opportunities—check it often!
For assistance, contact Assistant Director of Internships Luis Apolaya Torres at luis.apolaya_torres@evergreen.edu or schedule a meeting via this Bookings link.
Community Events and Resources
The Library
Disability Film Series: Film screening
The Disability Film Series is a monthly screening and discussion event to promote awareness around the multi-faceted aspects of disability. Event organizers include staff from the Library, TRIO, Access Services, and Academic Technologies. We welcome students, faculty, and staff to attend and join in community and conversation.
Upcoming film will be “Deaf Jam” on Tuesday, Dec 17th , 4-8 PM, Sem 2 B-1105
Unable to make a screening? These films are available through Evergreen’s Kanopy collection (streaming service, https://evergreen.kanopy.com - use same login info as used for My Evergreen)
Writer's Circle
Come to the Writer’s Circle to write, collaborate, and create with your fellow student writers! Explore literary styles and play writing games in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Any experience level (or lack of) is heartily welcome. When: Every Wednesday, from 5-7 p.m.
Where: The Writing Center (Library 2304)
BLISS (BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Intersectional Support Services)
Legal Name and Gender Marker Change Clinic
If you are seeking a gender-affirming legal name change, join BLISS and an experienced community member to get a full walkthrough of the court order and document update process.
When: 3:30 – 5:30 PM Wednesday, December 4 Where: Library room 3301* *Room 3301 is accessible by an elevator in the library, near the stairs.
The clinic is geared towards students, but staff and faculty are welcome. For any questions reach out to golden.sather@evergreen.edu
Vinalia: A social group for trans femme students meets weekly to find community.
When: Wednesdays at 6 PM
Where: The SEAL
Join BLISS for a chili lunch on December 12th starting at 11:30 AM until it’s done!
The SEAL (CAB 301): A welcoming space for all students, with a focus on uplifting BIPOC, LGBTQ+, undocumented, and DACAmented communities. The SEAL offers beverages, snacks, two computers, a printer, a TV with a Nintendo Switch, and board games, along with regular programming. The SEAL is open to all students!
Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 10:30 AM- 6 PM
Join Speedy the Geoduck for an evening of ice skating, hot cocoa and festivity at Oly on Ice.
When: 6 – 8 PM on Tuesday, December 3 Where: Oly on Ice – Isthmus Park, Downtown Olympia, 529 4th Avenue West
First 50 students skate free! Show your student ID at the door to get in for FREE. Tickets for this event can also be purchased in advance here. Use the coupon code Evergreen24 for $1 off!
Intercity Transit routes 41 and 48 will drop you off and pick you up right next to the ice rink!
Hosted in collaboration with the Office of President and Executive Vice President, Student Activities, and Olympia Parks, Arts & Recreation.
Basic Needs Center
Get access to clothing, books, food, hygiene products, gender affirming clothing, & more items! They are now offering SNAP/EBT referral support via Unite Us.
The Basic Needs Center observes campus holidays/breaks and will be closed during winter break.
They will be back to regular hours December 2 after Thanksgiving break and January 6, 2025, to kick-off Winter Quarter
When: Monday and Friday from 1-5 PM by appointment only Wednesday 1-5 PM, drop-ins
Where: CAB 135
To make an appointment go here: Book an appointment with BNC. Students will get a 30 min slot to shop around for items! To learn more please visit: https://www.evergreen.edu/current-students/emergency-resources
Evergreen Satellite Foodbank
In partnership with Thurston County Foodbank, The Evergreen State College offers a foodbank satellite right here on campus to students, faculty, staff and the surrounding community!
Next distribution day will be on December 10, 2-4 PM at The Basic Needs Center (CAB 135).
Tacoma Food Access Resources:
Eloise's Cooking Pot Foodbank
3543 E. Mckinly Ave Tacoma, WA 98404
Tuesday - Saturday: 10-4 PM. (Closed Monday & Sunday)
https://themadf.org/eloises-cooking-pot/
Food Is Free Washington Pop-Up Giveaway at MiCentro WA
Every Tuesday
10- 11:30 AM or until all food has been distributed 1001 S M Street Tacoma, WA 98405
https://foodisfreewashington.org/event/pop-up-food-giveaways-2/2024-11-26/
Housing Resources
Facing housing insecurity? Evergreen's Case Manager for Student Success provides housing resources and support to work with current students who may be experiencing this need. Email Lane Moss (lane.moss@evergreen.edu) to set up a meeting and discuss housing resources.
TRIO Updates
Message from a TRIO Peer
Fellow Geoducks, I'm working to start a dis/ability club on campus. Students of all disabilities welcome, as well as allies. I hope this future club can provide a relaxed, welcoming space while working to uplift the voices of students with disabilities. I see this as an opportunity to advocate for better accommodations on campus, provide community social "space", educate Greeners around disability issues, and so forth. If you are interested in getting involved, please let me know. I look forward to hearing from you!
Rebecca Faust (rebecca.faust@evergreen.edu)
Winter Quarter TRIO Classes!
TRIO will be offering two courses this winter:
TRIO @Evergreen: Funding Your Journey. The class will be offered via Zoom on Mondays, 1-3 PM. To read the full course description, visit: https://www.evergreen.edu/catalog/offering/trio-evergreen-funding-yourjourney-46081
TRIO Reading to Write: Foundational Skills in College Reading. The class will be taught in person by Ansley Clark, the Director of The Writing Center, on Thursdays, 3-5 PM. To read the full course description, visit: https://www.evergreen.edu/catalog/offering/trio-reading-to-writefoundational-skills-in-college-reading-48245
Both courses require a faculty signature for registration. Please contact your TRIO advisor to get the signed Add/Drop Registration Form.
Meet with your TRIO Academic Advisor!
TRIO students must meet with their Academic Specialist at least once per quarter. Make your appointment now by visiting our Olympia offices or scheduling online with your advisor.
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