Queer & Trans Center (QTC) Opening in SASS!

The new Queer & Trans Center (QTC) will be opening in SASS in fall quarter! The QTC strives to be a welcoming, supportive, and nurturing environment for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) students and their allies.  The center will be located in Lib 2147 and will open Week 3. The official opening will be part of a SASS open house event on Wednesday, October 12, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm.

In addition, we are excited to announce Amira Caluya as our new Coordinator for the QTC. Amira will serve as an advisor, advocate, and resource to LGBTQ students and other affinity groups. Amira received their MSW from the University of Michigan and most recently served as the Program Co-Director at Stonewall Youth in Olympia. They bring a wide variety of experiences working with marginalized populations in both higher education and community settings. 

Unity Lounge Moves to New Space

Many will note Lib 2147 as the location of the Unity Lounge. The Unity Lounge has served as a community space for many years and is moving just down the hall. It is now located in Lib 2151. Due to construction of a new accessible exterior entrance, it too will open Week 3.

Please note that although these important spaces will not be readily accessible Week 1, students can still come to SASS and meet with staff in First Peoples or the QTC. Students can reach us at firstpeoples@evergreen.edu or call to make an appointment at 360-867-6467.

New Staff and More Support for Internships

Research shows that doing an internship gives students an edge when it comes to getting establish in their career after graduation.  Evergreen is committed to making internship opportunities available to all students, and to support this we've hired Kevin Andrew as the new Assistant Director for Internships and Employer Relations.  Kevin will be working intensively with employers, both locally and nationally, to develop high-quality internship opportunities, as well as coordinate with Evergreen alumni who are interested in mentoring a student intern.  We'll also be hiring an Internship Coordinator in the near future to provide even more internship support for students and faculty.  

The college's Community Opportunities and Internship Fair will be held in late January, but you'll be hearing more from us throughout fall quarter about the importance of internships and how to start finding an opportunity that fits your goals and interests.