We are so excited to begin another academic year with you all! We hope you had a fantastic summer and are ready for Fall 2023!
In this issue:
Changing your registration
TRIO Study Hall and Tutoring Support
Community Events
Campus resources: Food and housing
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.
TRIO Study Hall and Tutoring Support!
TRIO Study Hall: We will begin offering the drop-in study sessions on Thursday October 5th! 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: 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 advisor, and they can help you fill out the form.
Community Events and Resources
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: SEAL (CAB 301)
The Gender Spectrum Sanctuary: Starting week 2, 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: Every Tuesday from 12 - 1pm
Where: SEAL (CAB 301)
Evergreen Health and Wellness Fair: Student Wellness Services in collaboration with the Social Justice Center (SJC) invites you to learn about ways to care for your mind, body and spirit! There will be workshops and tabling by on and off campus partners. Check it out!
When: Wednesday, October 4th from 12 noon to 4:30 PM
Where: Workshops at the Social Justice Center and resource tabling in the Evans Hall Lobby.
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
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!
The upcoming distribution date is September 26th in Parking Lot C from 2-4 PM
Drive-through and walk-ups are welcome! 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
Make an appointment with Mercedes
Make an appointment with Adriana