In this issue
Changing your registration
Are you graduating?
Don’t forget to submit your FAFSA!
TRIO Updates and Events
Campus resources and events
Connect with your TRIO Academic Advisor
Changing your registration
If you need to drop a class, please complete the process online. Not attending class doesn't automatically drop you, in fact it can really hurt you in the long run. Until 4 pm on Friday of Week 1 of the quarter, you can drop registration online. If you drop before then, you will receive a 100% refund of tuition and fees.
Starting on Monday of Week Two, you can only drop registration by paper form with your signature and you may only be refunded up to 50% of your tuition if you don’t add the same number of credits back.
Beyond Week 2- 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.
Are you graduating?
Congratulations! Our hat is off to you!
Degree-seeking Greeners eligible to earn their degree in academic year 2023-24, including summer quarter, need to apply to graduate by Monday, April 15, 2024. This deadline ensures that your name will be in the printed commencement program. Apply now so your friends and family see you recognized in print.
Use the Graduation Procedures checklist to prepare for graduation. You must apply to graduate to formally graduate and receive your diploma, whether you participate in the commencement ceremony or not.
Have questions, reach out to your TRIO Advisor to learn more about graduation procedures, including help with writing your Final Academic Statement! (See TRIO events for upcoming workshops on this topic.)
FAFSA- There’s still time to apply!
Don’t miss out on Financial Aid! Complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the 24-25 Academic Year today!
TRIO Updates
TRIO Study Hall: We will be hosting two study halls this quarter! TRIO Study Hall is a great opportunity to get support from our tutor coordinator, find study partners/body-doubles, meet other TRIO students and enjoy some delicious snacks!
When: Wednesday 2-4 PM and Thursdays from 57 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 advisor, and they can help you fill out the form.
TRIO Drop- In Hours! Drop-in hours will continue through the Spring quarter. Have a quick question? Need help scheduling an appointment? Feel free to drop by anytime between 1-3 PM every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Staff available for drop-ins include Jess Tourtellotte, Mercedes Shively and Stacia Pomerenk.
TRIO Events
TRIO Compassionate Goalsetting Workshop
Come learn how to use bullet journaling and other tools for setting goals and building helpful habits. We will discuss common pitfalls of goalsetting and how to avoid them. TRIO will supply bullet journals for participants to keep. We will supply pens and colored pencils for use during the workshop, but feel free to bring your own if you’re feeling fancy!
When: Friday, April 5, 4-5:30 PM
Where: Social Justice Center, Evans Hall 2205
When: Wednesday, May 8 1-2:20 PM
Where: TBD
Let’s talk about Final Academic Statements
Attention graduating seniors! Do you have questions about how to write your final academic statement? What is it for? What to include? TRIO can help!
The academic statement is required to officially graduate from Evergreen and is due on the very last day of the quarter you’re graduating. It will become part of your transcript, giving you the chance to describe your academic journey.
We know this can feel daunting, so join us for one of our two workshops to get yours started. We will help you brainstorm and begin your first draft. Follow up help will also be available to help you polish your statement so you can feel confident in your final submission.
When: Tuesday, April 23 @ noon and Wednesday, May 1 @ 1PM
Where: Evans Hall, Conference Room 2151 (next to ACA reception area)
Art Therapy and Stress Reduction
Are you awkward? Are you anxious? Do you enjoy crafts? Well, we’ve got all three! Anxious People Party. A TRIO hang with art therapy vibes.
When: Wednesday, April 24 1-2:20 PM
Friday, May 17 4-5:20 PM
Where: TBD
Curious About Glassblowing!
Join us for a fun glassblowing experience with Central GlassWorks studio. We will receive an introduction to glass blowing, tour the shop, learn about the tools of the trade and everyone will have an opportunity to create their own piece of art! The class size is limited to 10 students. You can reserve your spot by emailing Adriana.veloza@evergreen.edu and letting her know you would like to attend. To learn more about GlassWorks, you can visit: https://centralglassworks.org/
When: Saturday, May 18 @ Noon
Where: A van will depart from TESC at 11:15 AM. We will grab lunch on our way back and return to campus by 3 PM.
TRIO Graduation and End of Year Celebration!
We’d love to have you join us on Wednesday, June 12 for TRIO’s Graduation Celebration. This years’ event will be at Shelter 1 Rose Garden at Squaxin Park from 4PM – 6PM. Looking forward to being in community with you all!
More details coming soon.
Campus Resources
Basic Needs Center: Visit the Basic Needs Center for tangible items such as clothing, shelf stable food, hygiene products, plant cuttings, books etc.
When: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-5 PM by appointment
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/emergency-resources
Evergreen Satellite Foodbank: The Food Bank has moved indoors! Please visit them in CAB 135. Carts are available at the RAD office for student use! When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, from 2- 4 PM.
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.
Student Wellness Services:
Grief Support Group
A compassionate space for students to support each other in sharing their experiences, emotions, and coping strategies while navigating the grieving process.
When: Mondays, 3 - 4PM
Where: Evans Hall 2205 - Social Justice Center
Ecotherapy Group
In this group, we will re-engage with our innate reciprocal connection with nature and enhance our coping skills for stress, anxiety, depression, and concentration issues through guided sessions and group interactions. Sessions are held both indoors at Student Wellness Services and outdoors in the Evergreen campus forest.
When: Wednesdays, 2-3:30 PM on May 1, 8, 15, 22
Library Support
Become a Library super-user!
We'll cover the basics of using the library catalog and databases, finding course materials on Open Reserve, requesting items from other institutions, requesting additions to our collection, accessing our "Library of Things", how to get help from library staff, and more!
When: Wednesday, April 10, 5-6 PM and Friday May 3, 12-1 PM
Where: Zoom:
https://evergreen.zoom.us/j/84066489592
Introduction to Zotero
Zotero is a free citation manager that allows users to create a personal library for collecting, organizing, annotating, and citing resources. Join Leah Cover for this open workshop to set up a Zotero account and learn the basics of using this tool for courses, research projects, and personal interests.
When: Friday, April 12, 12-1 PM and Wednesday, May 1, 5-6 PM
Where: Zoom:
https://evergreen.zoom.us/j/84066489592
APA citation
This workshop will focus primarily on citing journal articles in APA style, but we'll leave time to discuss other formats and citation styles, as well.
When: Friday, May 17, 12-1 PM
Where: Zoom:
https://evergreen.zoom.us/j/84066489592
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
Make an appointment with Mercedes
Make an appointment with Adriana