Happy Week 3 TRIO Scholars!
In this issue
Changing your registration
FAFSA Update, Study Abroad Application and Scholarships
TRIO Study Hall and Tutoring Support
Community Events
Campus resources
Connect with your TRIO Academic Advisor
Changing your registration
Beyond the 10th day of the quarter, it becomes more difficult to drop classes and you must fill out a petition to do so.
TRIO can help! If you need guidance with adding or dropping a class, please reach out to your TRIO advisor.
IMPORTANT: If you are a student who receives financial aid, reducing your credit below 12 credits can mean that you will get less financial aid.
FAFSA Update
The Department of Education is updating the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). As a result, the 2024-25 FAFSA will be available in December 2023. This is a change from the FAFSA being available in October in recent years.
The Financial Aid Office will provide more information about the changes to the FAFSA as it becomes available over the coming weeks.
The 2024-25 Priority Application Deadline for the FAFSA will now be March 1, 2024. This is a change from the previous deadline of February 1st in past years.
Study Abroad Application and Scholarships
Are you studying abroad this academic year? There are four types of scholarships available to support undergraduate students traveling abroad during the 2023-24 academic year. Award amounts range from $1,955 - $2,780.
Applicants must submit their Evergreen study abroad application to be considered for Evergreen Travel Abroad scholarships.
Your Travel Abroad Application will include:
One letter of recommendation
Optional: A completed 2023-24 FAFSA
Optional: An application essay
Apply for Evergreen’s 2023-24 Travel Abroad Scholarships here: online application. Application deadline: 11:59 PM Friday, November 17th .
Have any questions? Email studyabroad@evergreen.edu.
TRIO Study Hall and Peer Tutoring Support
TRIO Study Hall: The TRIO Study Hall is a great opportunity to get study support from our tutor coordinator, find study partners/bodydoubles, meet other TRIO students and enjoy some delicious snacks!
When: Every Thursday from 5-7 PM Where: Evans Hall Computer Lab, classroom 2612
Peer Tutoring Requests: TRIO Students can receive 1:1 peer tutoring support for up to 3 hours a week.
Tutoring Services include:
• Receiving tutoring on a language or academic subject
• Support with time management and organization skills
• Help to understand and complete assignments.
To request a Peer Tutor please talk to your TRIO academic specialist.
Interested in becoming a Peer Tutor for TRIO? Submit your Peer Tutor Application today!
STUDY TIP
Researchers found that many studies don’t support the use of highlighting as a strategy. This may be because students who use it haven’t been taught how to highlight or what to do with their highlights once they’re done. If you like highlighting or haven’t tried it yet, here are tips to make it a more effective process: Highlighting Tips - LD Advisory
Community Events
Nature Therapy Group: Connect with Nature and Enhance Your Coping Skills. Sponsored by Student Wellness Services. In this group we will re-engage with our innate reciprocal connection with nature and enhance our coping skills for dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and concentration issues. These group sessions will be held both in office space at Student Wellness Services where we will be doing preparation and processing work, and out in the Evergreen campus forest and surrounding natural areas where we will be practicing skills. Email Madison.Johnson@evergreen.edu to sign up, get locations, and receive more information.
When: Mondays, 2- 3:30 PM from October 9th through November 13th
Where: Student Wellness Services
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 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.
The SEAL is open to all students!
Come check us out and follow our events on Instagram @TESC_BLISS.
When: Monday through Friday from 10:30 AM- 6 PM
Where: The SEAL, CAB 310
The Gender Spectrum Sanctuary: BLISS and Student Wellness Services are hosting The Gender Spectrum Sanctuary - a trans and nonbinary mental health group. Each week's casual conversations will cover a theme and support community. The topic for week 2 (October 3) is What Is Your Relationship to Gender. You can email sam.fennell@evergreen.edu with questions or accommodations.
When: Tuesdays from 12 Noon – 1 PM
Where: The SEAL
Glitter Hour
Queer and Trans weekly social hour to cultivate community on campus!
When: Mondays, 4:30-6 PM
Where: The SEAL
Rock’em Soc’em
A weekly hang out for Evergreen’s students of color!
When: Fridays, 4:30-6 PM
Where: The Seal
Crafting Connections: Make things & meet people.
Starting on October 23rd, this is a relaxed, low-key drop-in time to connect with other students who enjoy making things. Bring your own projects or use our materials – we have plenty to share!
When: Mondays, 12:30 - 1:30 PM
Where: The SEAL
Campus Resources
Basic Needs Resources
Visit the Basic Needs Center for tangible items such as clothing, shelf stable food, hygiene products, plant cuttings, books etc.
When: Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-5 PM.
Where: CAB 135
To visit, please make an appointment . Students will get a 30 min slot to shop around for items! We can also help you connect with community resources. To learn more please visit: https://www.evergreen.edu/current-students/emergencyresources
Evergreen Satellite Foodbank
The Food Bank has moved indoors! Please join us in CAB 135. Carts are available at the RAD office for student use!
*** If you would like to volunteer for either the Foodbank or Basic Needs CenterPlease fill out the volunteer form!
Donate bags to the foodbank at SEMII E 2125 lobby or in bins Infront of the Greenery in the CAB building.
Social Media
Foodbank Instagram: @evergreenfoodbank
Basic Need Center Instagram : @evergreen_bnarc
WordPress: https://sites.evergreen.edu/arcbncenter/
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 arcbasicneeds@evergreen.edu to set up a meeting with the Case Manager to discuss housing resources.
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.
Make an appointment with Stacia
Make an appointment with Jess
Make an appointment with Kat
