Just a minute ago, we were smack in the middle of winter quarter, and now here we are at the end of week 9. The days are getting longer and brighter, the daffodils and dogwoods are in bloom, and Spring Break is within view. In these final days of winter quarter, we are buzzing with activity at the LTC – preparing to launch registration for Summer Institutes, finalizing plans for our upcoming Integrative Learning Curriculum Planning Retreat, planning to welcome a visiting scholar to campus. You can learn more about upcoming events in this newsletter.
Along with that, we offer insights about coordinated studies at Evergreen shared by Jeanne Hahn and our latest podcast episode featuring Julie Russo’s reflections on teaching at Evergreen. And don’t miss LTC Student Partner Jess Yusko’s interview with Cholee Gladney on living with joy and pain. Jess has been working on some very exciting projects that we’ll also be launching in spring – stay tuned for details!
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- Washington Center Welcomes Visiting Scholar, Dan Melzer
- Coordinated Studies: Learning From the Past, Thinking About the Future by Jeanne Hahn
- Siphoning Insights podcast featuring Julie Russo
- An Interview with Cholee Gladney
- Dates & Events
- Student Resources
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Dan Melzer, Visiting Scholar in Spring Quarter |
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The Washington Center and the Learning and Teaching Commons are happy to welcome Dan Melzer as our Visiting Scholar. Dan will be on campus April 27-May 11, and plans to present a scholarly talk on his research, observe some classes, and interview faculty, staff and students for his ongoing research on alternative assessment practices.
[Learn more →]
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Coordinated Studies: Learning from the Past, Thinking about the Future by Jeanne Hahn |
I begin with two perhaps bold statements. First, I believe in the transformative power of well-constructed, well-delivered coordinated studies programs for faculty, students, and for the college as a whole. Second, coordinated studies are not a model and framework stuck in the past but are acutely relevant to concrete contemporary realities in the world, in the environment, and in higher education.
[Keep Reading →]
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Siphoning Insights Interviews Julie Russo |
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The March episode of the Siphoning Insights podcast features an interview with Julie Russo. Julie shares suggestions for conducting seminar, resources for resolving conflicts, and navigating Evergreen as a new faculty, first year student, and graduating student.
[Listen on Spotify →]
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"This is everything I love about teaching in terms of being able to experiment, innovate and be a life-long learner."
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Living with Both Pain and Joy, Sorrow and Happiness |
Interview with Cholee Gladney, Part 1 by Jess Yusko, LTC Student Partner in Learning and Teaching
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The end of Winter Quarter is quickly approaching, and it is time for the monthly newsletter once again. Lunar New Year has come and passed. Daylight savings time will be here this weekend, and the spring equinox later this month. Despite the normal patterns and changes in nature that signal the coming of spring, it feels a little challenging to share something relevant to the learning community right now. I think simply acknowledging this truth can be a healthy, empowering act. Developing awareness of our current thoughts and emotions can be a positive thing in and of itself.
I realize that I don’t need to preface my article this month by describing the collective anxiety or worry we may feel, as we navigate everyday life amidst the uncertainty of living within a nation at war. Not to mention the many other injustices and oppressions we are grappling with right here in our own cities. When it seems that society is plagued by violence and division arising from racism, hatred, and greed, how can we learn from one another about ways to resource ourselves?
In a race towards “progress”, the quest for power, and desire for economic domination, we see higher education being devalued. We see both laborers and scholars dehumanized in favor of “machine learning.” Sharing countercultural ideas can be a type of mutual aid, where we learn to care for one another and ourselves, as an act of resistance, in an effort to maintain our own equanimity and well-being.
This month, I had the opportunity to talk with Dean of Equity and Belonging, Cholee Gladney, about the practical applications of mindfulness, embodiment and the ways that joy can be found in the darkest of times and circumstances. It is important that we don’t become overwhelmed by our own thoughts and fears or apathy at times like this, so that we can keep going and supporting the causes we believe in. With that in mind, I hope you find some inspiration in reading this interview.
[Read the interview →]
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There are many opportunities for faculty to share their achievements, and we want to encourage you to contribute to the wealth of knowledge in our Evergreen community. Learn more about how to share your work with our community.
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Friday, March 13 | Spring 2026 Individual Study Contracts Due
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Social Justice Center Events |
ATL + WACC | April 29-May 1
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This conference is a 2 ½ day virtual event bringing together Washington’s most beloved annual conferences—SBCTC’s Assessment, Teaching, and Learning (ATL) Conference and the ELC’s Washington’s Canvas Conference (WACC)—to explore the intersections of assessment, teaching, learning, and technology.
Why did we merge?
Planning a statewide conference takes significant time and resources. Merging ATL and WACC lets us pool effort, lower costs, reduce attendance barriers, and strengthen connection across our system.
This year’s theme, “Heart. Mind. Community” focuses on supporting one another, growing together, and building a stronger human-centered working and learning ecosystem. Come engage with colleagues from across the state and leave with fresh ideas and practical strategies that make a difference for students—and the people who serve them.
[Learn more →]
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| Washington Center Workshops |
Writing Center Winter Hours and Events |
Writing Center
Sunday 12- 5 pm virtual only
Monday-Thursday 12-7 pm virtual and in person
Possible workshops we can facilitate in your program or course:
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- Writing academic statements
- Writing evaluations
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Strategies for college reading
- Intro to the writing process
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Narrative Evaluations Workshop
Wednesday, 3/11
3pm-4:15pm in Library 2302D and on Zoom
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These individuals and offices are eager to support students. Keep this list handy when advising students or reach out to schedule a visit to your program or course.
The Greener Hub connects students in touch with the people, offices, and services they need.
Academic Support
Access Services for Students with Disabilities works with admitted Evergreen students to ensure equal access to academic programs and services.
Academic and Career Advising helps students navigate their educational journey, from choosing programs to planning for graduation and career development.
The Daniel J. Evans Library provides access to information in multiple formats, instruction in the use of available resources, research support, and serves as a repository of unique titles and collections.
Media Services provides comprehensive media support for the Evergreen community, offering a range of technical resources and expertise.
TRIO Student Success provides holistic support services for students who are limited income, first-generation, and/or those with disabilities, empowering them to persist and graduate at higher rates..
The Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning Center (QuaSR) promotes retention and equitable outcomes for students across identities and abilities in science and mathematics through peer tutoring and support.
Student Rights & Responsibilities addresses behaviors that violate the Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities, including academic dishonesty, disruptive behavior, harassment, and discrimination.
The Writing Center supports writers of diverse abilities and identities through peer-to-peer collaboration at any stage of the writing process.
Community & Wellness Support
The Basic Needs Center helps students access resources for food, housing, transportation, childcare, and financial assistance.
BLISS (BIPOC & LGBTQ+ Intersectional Support Services) provides holistic support services to foster an environment where everyone can be their authentic self, centering BIPOC, trans, queer, undocumented and DACAmented students.
The CARE Team works with students who need additional support by providing resources, partnership, and navigation of systems to assist in student belonging and success.
The Social Justice Center (SJC) is a place to learn, connect, and grow, working toward the co-creation of a community where each person experiences a sense of belonging, purpose, and interconnectedness. The Social Justice center hosts an annual equity symposium in Spring and provides small grants through the equity fund.
Student Wellness Services (SWS) provides basic medical and mental health care services to currently enrolled students through in-person and telehealth visits. tudents can access services through Health eConnect, a secure online portal found under the "Students" section of MyEvergreen.
The Title IX Office addresses reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. All Evergreen employees are designated mandatory reporters. Report incidents of sexual misconduct using this form.
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