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
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!
Are you graduating?
Congratulations! Our hat is off to you!
We are excited to celebrate the achievements of the class of 2025 on Red Square Friday, June 13th at 1pm. For updates on the ceremony as they develop, as well as information on graduation regalia and photos, please visit the Commencement webpage.
Degree-seeking Greeners eligible to earn their degree in academic year 2024-25, including summer quarter, need to apply to graduate by Friday, April 18th, 2025. This deadline ensures that your name will be in the printed commencement program. You have worked hard and deserve to be celebrated. 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 formally and receive your diploma, whether you participate in the commencement ceremony or not.
Students who apply to graduate after April 18th, 2025, will not have their names in the printed program due to print deadlines. Contact the Registration and Records Office if you have any questions about graduation procedures, or contact your TRIO Advisor to learn more, including getting help with writing your Final Academic Statement!
FAFSA-
There’s still time to apply!
The 2025-26 FAFSA is still available. 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 is also available now, apply here: https://wsac.wa.gov/202425-FAFSA-Updates
TRIO Updates
TRIO Study Hall and Tutoring: The TRIO Study Hall is a great opportunity to get study support from our tutor coordinator, find study partners/body-doubles, meet other TRIO students and enjoy some delicious snacks!
When: Wednesday from 2-4 PM
Where: Evans Hall 2612 in person or via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4764424453
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 Weekly Gathering *new day and time*
Each week brings a new conversation topic centered around college life and academics. Crafts and snacks are always provided.
Weekly Gathering dates:
April 7, 14, 28
May 5, 12 and 19
June 2
*Note: there will be no Gatherings on April 21 and May 26.
Mark these on your calendar! The first gathering of the quarter is next week, April 7!
When: Mondays from 3 – 4:30 PM
Where: Social Justice Center, Evans Hall 2205/2207
TRIO Seniors Group
We will start meeting again starting Week 2. In our first meeting of the quarter, we will talk about the TRIO Graduation/End of Year Celebration AND Evergreen Graduation requirements and Commencement. All meetings are virtual on zoom.
Calling all TRIO Seniors! If you haven’t yet, add your name to the email list if you’d like to receive meeting information and the zoom link: https://forms.office.com/r/JmxQhSKcZ2
Goals Workshop: Struggling with a long-term goal or unsure what it should be? A mission statement may do the trick! Join us at the Goals Workshop, where we’ll help you discover the values you'll need to attain your goal, and create a mission statement to guide you towards success!
When: Thursday, April 10 at 4 PM
Where: Zoom: https://evergreen.zoom.us/j/87308984670
Career Development Workshops: TRIO and ACA are holding a Career Development Workshop Series for spring! The first session is "Personality to Profession". Students will take a career exploration assessment, explore skills and interests, and learn what employers are looking for. This series is free and open to all Evergreen students.
When: Friday, April 18th at 2pm
Where: In person in the Computer Center 2612 or via Zoom.
Graduate Schol Workshops: TRIO is excited to present a 3-part workshop series on all things graduate school! Whether you’re thinking about applying or just curious about the journey ahead, these workshops have got you covered. We’ll go over tips, tricks, and insider knowledge to help you ace the grad school game. When: Weeks 4-6 (virtually, from the comfort of your couch!).
Keep an eye out for more details soon. Stay tuned…
TRIO Graduation and End of Year Celebration- Save the date!
Our annual TRIO Graduation and End of Year Celebration will be Wednesday, June 11 from 4 PM – 7PM.
We will be outdoors at the Tumwater Historical Park shelter. Food, drinks, and sweets are covered by TRIO.
Stay tuned for full details and RSVP!
Campus Resources and Events
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: Mondays, and Fridays from 1-5 PM by appointment
Wednesday: 1-5 PM Drop-In (no appointment needed).
Where: CAB 135
To learn more please visit: https://www.evergreen.edu/academics/experientiallearning/centers-institutes/community-based-learning/basic-needs-center
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!
When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, 2-4 PM
Where: Campus Activities Building (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/
BLISS
The first day of the quarter falls on Trans Day of Visibility, which is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the transgender experience and sharing appreciation and celebration for trans and gender expansive folks.
Join BLISS today (Monday, March 31) from 1-2 p.m. in the Evans Hall lobby to take part in our visual display of support and love for trans people. We will provide materials for folks to write affirming words or just put up a paper heart to show our support. If you can't make it in the timeframe, feel free to put up your addition on your own.
For any questions, reach out to golden.sather@evergreen.edu.
The Internships Office, in collaboration with Academic and Career Advising and the Writing Center, will be hosting three career preparation workshops during the first half of spring quarter 2025. All will have remote options, and two will be offered in person. Use the following links if you are registering to attend virtually:
• Wednesday of Week 2 (April 9, 2025): Resume/Cover Letter Workshop (Hybrid)
• Wednesday of Week 3 (April 16, 2025): Job Search and Career Fairs (Hybrid)
• Wednesday of Week 4 (April 23, 2025): Job Search and Career Fairs (Remote)
To register to attend in person, you can fill out this form: https://forms.office.com/r/00mu7XeeuF
These workshops are in preparation for the 2025 Career Fair happening on April 30, 2025 from 3 to 6 p.m. More information about this event is coming soon!
If you have any questions about these workshops, please reach out to luis.apolaya_torres@evergreen.edu.
Campus Partners
The Mentoring Project will be hosting a Careers in Tech workshop. Join moderator Weishung Liu, a Principal PM Manager at Microsoft as she leads a conversation with a tech entrepreneur, engineers and a recruiter. The panelists will talk about their jobs, education and career paths and will comment on the impact of AI on the job market and desirable job skills. Join the conversation on Tuesday, April 8th from 12-1 PM. Sign-up here.
For questions contact rabia@mentoringproject.org
The Mentoring Project (TMP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization matching Washington low-income college students with volunteer mentors for guidance in overcoming obstacles to graduation and career advising. We have served many TRIO community college students. Students can sign-up for a 1:1 mentor at www.mentoringproject.org. Mentors can be selected by career field.
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
Book an appointment with Macel
Make an appointment with Kat
Make an appointment with Mercedes
Make an appointment with Adriana