Welcome back! We're excited to begin another incredible academic year together. We hope your summer was full of great memories and that you're ready to dive into Fall 2025!
In this issue:
Changing your registration
FAFSA- Yeap, it’s that time again!
TRIO events and resources
Community events and resources
Connect with your TRIO Academic Advisor
Need to Change Your Class Registration? Here’s What to Know:
If you’re thinking about dropping a class, it’s important to do it the right way. Simply not showing up won’t automatically drop you, and that can cause problems down the road. Up until 4 p.m. on the Friday of Week 1, you can easily drop a class online and get a full refund on your tuition and fees.
Starting Monday in Week 2, any changes to your schedule, whether adding or dropping a class—will need to be done using a paper form with your signature. If you drop without adding the same number of credits, you might only get up to a 50% refund. And don’t forget there’s a $50 late fee for registration changes during Week 2.
After Week 2 (the 10th day of the quarter), things get a bit trickier. You’ll need to submit a petition to add or drop a class, and there’s a $100 late fee.
If you’re unsure about the process or need help making changes, your TRIO advisor is just a message away.
One last thing: If you receive financial aid, keep in mind that dropping below 12 credits could lower the amount of aid you receive. Make sure to check with Financial Aid before making changes!
Complete your FAFSA!
The 2026-27 FAFSA form 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
TRIO Events and Resources
Join TRIO for a series of workshops designed to put some new tools into your academic toolbox! Join us for one or all these workshops and get a solid start to the school year.
Time Management
Join us for a time management and planning workshop to start Fall off strong! We will discuss how to map out your schedule to make good use of your time, how to break larger assignments down into smaller pieces and some tools you may want to use to keep track of it all! We will be handing out planners with several options to choose one so you can pick something that best fits your unique needs and style.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 1st, 2-3 PM
WHERE: CAB 304
Optimizing Reading
Have you ever struggled to manage all the reading for your programs or courses? Have you ever wondered how you are supposed to know what is and is not important? Have you ever done the assigned reading and wondered what the point was? Join us to talk through some of these obstacles and some ways to tackle reading when time is limited.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 15th, 2-3 PM
WHERE: CAB 304
Note-Taking Skills
Join us for a walkthrough of some different note-taking styles and how you may want to use them. We will discuss some strategies you may want to try so you can take notes in a way that will be most useful for your classroom success!
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 22nd, 2-3 PM WHERE: CAB 304
Thinking about grad school?
We will be offering two virtual workshops to help get you the information you need to make your grad school journey smooth, informed, and successful!
Is Grad School Right for You?
Join us for a session designed to help you evaluate whether graduate school aligns with your personal and professional goals. We'll walk through key decisionmaking factors, explore programs, and offer tools to clarify your next steps before applying.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 29th, 3-4 PM
WHERE: ZOOM
Mastering the application process
This presentation will break down each component of a successful grad school application. From writing a strong personal statement to securing recommendation letters, you'll gain actionable strategies and tips to strengthen your submission.
WHEN: Wednesday, November 5th, 3-4 PM WHERE: ZOOM
Changes to Tutoring Support
Beginning this academic year, TRIO is teaming up with The Writing Center and QuaSR to support all your tutoring needs. If you need tutoring support, reach out to your TRIO advisor—they’ll help you set up an appointment with the right resource!
Community Events and Resources
Need your flu or COVID shot? Seattle Visiting Nurse Association (SVNA) will be administering flu and COVID vaccines at Evergreen
WHEN: 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM on Wednesday, October 8th
WHERE: Evans Hall Main Lobby Register here: schedule.seattlevna.com
When registering, make sure you have your insurance card handy.
The SEAL (Student Arts & Equity Lounge) is run by BLISS (BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Intersectional Support Services), an office that welcomes all, while uplifting and centering our BIPOC, LGBTQ+, undocumented and DACAmented community. The SEAL will officially open on Wednesday, October 1st and will be open Monday-Friday from 10 AM - 5:00 PM throughout the year.
The SEAL is always stocked with beverages and snacks, has two computers and a printer, a TV and Switch, board games and runs programing on a regular basis. Upcoming events include:
Chili-ng in the SEAL: Chili is back for another year!! Students are invited to join us in the SEAL for delicious vegan chili and shared community.
WHEN: October 2nd, 11:30 AM until it's done WHERE: CAB 310
Trans and Queer Reception: This is a great opportunity for students to learn about queer and trans-friendly resources at Evergreen and in the greater community.
WHEN: Wednesday, Oct 15th, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
WHERE: Evans Hall Lobby
Affinity Clubs: With the support of Student Activities and the S&A Board, identity-based clubs are being run out of the BLISS office, allowing us to connect with and support students as they build community. We currently support La Familia (Latinx identity) and the Black Student Union. We are hoping to get an
AAPI club started soon, and there's been a lot of interest in creating clubs for trans and queer students. If you are interested in these or any other identity-based clubs, please reach out to us!
Campus Resources
Housing: 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 arcbasicneeds@evergreen.edu to set up a meeting with the Case Manager to discuss housing resources.
Basic Needs Center: The Basic Needs Center facilitates access to essential resources such as housing, food, clothing, hygiene products, and community services, at no cost to students. Our Basic Needs Navigator offers private one-on-one and virtual appointments and helps students connect to community resources through tailored referrals and advocacy. The Basic Needs team collaborates with support services across campus and a variety of community partners –including peer support, transportation, health services, legal aid, family support, and more - to ensure students have the guidance they need to navigate local resources/services and overcome challenges.
Bilingual support is available in English/Spanish.
When: Fridays from 1-5 PM by appointment Monday and Wednesday: 1-5 PM Drop-In (no appointment needed).
Where: CAB 135
The Basic Needs Center Website & appointment linkhttps://www.evergreen.edu/academics/centers-institutes/community-basedlearning/basic-needs-center
Having trouble making an appointment, need a virtual appointment, time outside of Basic Needs Center hours, or further support?
Contact us at basicneeds@evergreen.edu or your Basic Needs Navigator at, v.guardado@evergreen.edu who is ready to help!
Evergreen Campus Foodbank
Evergreen has partnered with the Thurston County Food Bank to create a pop-up food bank at Evergreen Olympia Campus for the community. Food can be picked up from the Basic Needs Center.
Upcoming Distributions:
October 7th & 21st
November 18th
December 9th
WHEN: 2 - 4 PM
WHERE: CAB 135
For other Thurston County Food Bank distribution times and locations visit: https://tcfb.org/services/locations/pick-u Tacoma Food Access Resources
For a complete list of Food Distribution in the Tacoma area: https://www.efoodnet.org/find-food/
Meet with your TRIO Academic Advisor!
TRIO students need to meet with their TRIO Academic Specialist at least once per quarter. Now is the time to make that appointment. You can do so by dropping by our Olympia offices or scheduling an online appointment with your academic advisor.
Book an appointment with Stacia
Book an appointment with Mercedes
Book an appointment with Adriana