Past Events
Alumni Events & Gatherings Gallery
- August 7, Join us for the 3rd Annual Evergreen State College Night at Safeco Field
- Evergreen Expeditions
- Bring your friends and family to the ballpark!
- Josh Blue, Comedian & Evergreen Alumnus performs locally
- 10th Anniversary of The Evergreen State College Basketball!
- Friends of the Library Present Alonzo the Incredible
- Evergreen Night at the Mariners
- Portland Area Alumni: Get ready to Seminar
- Greener Oasis at Super Saturday
- Higher Education Day
- Geoducks Gather at Tribeca Grill in Manhattan
- Texas Greeners Beat the May Heat for a Meet n' Greet
- Beltway Alumni, Parents & Friends Get Together in D.C.
- Bay Area Greeners Rock the House in San Francisco's North Beach
- L.A.'s Lola's Hits the Spot for SoCal Geoducks
- Seattle Greeners get together at Pure Audio Pre-Holiday Party
- Rocky Mountain Reunion for Denver-area Geoducks
- Alumni & Friends Stylin' in Spokane
- Greeners Gather on the Other Side of Olympia's Waters
- Olympia Alumni Friends Get Together
- Greeners Gather Once Again in Washington, D.C.
- Los Angeles Alumni & Friends Share Art & Good Times
- Portland Alumni Take a Step Back in Time
- San Francisco Greeners Take to the Beach
- Evergreen Alumni & Friends Ring in the Season in Quilcene
- Greeners Rally for Night of Great Art and Fine Dining, Chicago-Style
- Seattle Area Alumni Gather on Capitol Hill
- Even Blizzards Can't Keep Boston area Greeners at Bay
August 7, Join us for the 3rd Annual Evergreen State College Night at Safeco Field
August 7, 2009
Location: Safeco Field, Seattle
Game Time: 7:10 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $15
An Academic Travel Program for The Evergreen Community
presents
Paddle to the Paleozoic:
Sea-Kayaking in the San Juan Islands, June 18-21, 2009
more...
Bring your friends and family to the ballpark!
Bring your friends and family to the ballpark!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Evergreen State College Night and catch the Mariners vs. the Oakland A's!
Pre-Game Cookout!
Before the game, come hang out with your fellow Greeners at the Evergreen Pre-Game Cookout. Get your hot dogs, peanuts, popcorn, potato salad, baked beans, gourmet cookies and soft drinks for one low price.
Location: Safeco Field’s Bull Pen Market - Directly behind Center Field
Time: 5:30 p.m. until game time
On behalf of new students and future scholarship recipients, Thank You! See you at the game!
Josh Blue, Comedian & Evergreen Alumnus performs locally
Josh Blue '01, NBC's "Last Comic Standing" winner and Evergreen alumnus, will be honored at two pre-show receptions before his performances in Portland, Oregon on Jan. 31 and Kirkland, Washington on Feb 2.
Meet one of the most unique and dynamic comedians of his generation!
Portland Show & Reception Information:
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Where: Aladdin Theatre
Time: Show at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Ticket price: $29.50 - all ages
Phone: (503) 234-9694
Pre-show reception: $25 per person.
Payment: Advance payment reserves space. RSVP to Alumni Relations by Jan. 10
Credit card purchase: 360-867-6445
Or mail checks to: Alumni Relations (see address below)
Ticket purchase and location information for the Portland show at The Aladdin Theater can be found at: http://www.aladdin-theater.com/show_page.aspx?eventid=1193
Tacoma Show Information:
Friday, February 1, 2008
Where: Pantages Theatre (Broadway Center)
Time: Show at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Ticket prices: $35 and $25 (ask for Evergreen discount & section)
Add seat to cart and pull down "Evergreen Alumni" Discount.
Kirkland Show & Reception Information
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Where: Kirkland Performance Center
Time: Shows at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Reception before 7 p.m. show only.
Phone: (425) 893-9900
Ticket price: $36 (Group code: Evergreen)
Pre-show reception: $30 per person.
Payment: Advance payment reserves space. RSVP to Alumni Relations by Jan. 10
Credit card purchase: 360-867-6445
*Group code for the Kirkland show is “Evergreen” to receive the group discount price for adults of $36.00 , tax included.
Evergreen Campus Event
Feb 4, 2008 (PDF)
Mail checks for the pre-show receptions to:
The Evergreen State College
Office of Alumni Relations
2700 Evergreen Parkway, Sem I Annex E-104
Olympia, WA 98505
(360) 867-6551
For more information contact:
Katie Frank
Office of Alumni Relations
(360)867-6551
Alumni Relations
10th Anniversary of The Evergreen State College Basketball!
Come Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of
Evergreen Basketball!
1st Annual Alumni Basketball Game
October 27, 2007
at Evergreen's College Recreation Center
Friends of the Library Present Alonzo the Incredible
Saturday, October 20, 2007
2:00 & 7:30 p.m.
The Friends of the Evergreen Library kicks off the new academic year with a show for the whole family: Alonzo the Incredible, a highly regarded magician working in the Northwest.
When: Saturday, October 20th, 2007. Matinee at 2 PM; Evening show at 7:30 PM.
Where: the Recital Hall at the Evergreen State College
Evergreen Night at the Mariners – September 14th
Join us for The Evergreen State College Night at the Seattle Mariners vs. Tampa Bay Devil Rays baseball game on Friday, September 14 at Safeco Field. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of Evergreen are all invited to attend.
Game time 7:05 p.m.
Tickets for reserved seats in Sections 337-340 for $15
Includes a free Mariners t-shirt (available game day, while supplies last)
$5 of the ticket price will support The Evergreen State College Alumni Association
Learn more and purchase tickets
Portland Area Alumni: Get ready to Seminar – August 26th!
Do you miss the good old days at Evergreen?
Remember how great those seminars were?
Want to get back in the academic swing?
Here is a new program just for you.
The Evergreen Traveling Seminar Series
Seminar 501
Date/Time: August 26, 2007, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Seminar Leader: Evergreen Faculty Member, Nancy Koppelman
Nancy has a B.A. in Liberal Arts from The Evergreen State College, an M.A. in History from the University of Washington and a Ph.D. in American Studies from Emory University.
Topic: "Consuming Utopia: From Wilderness to Wal-Mart"
What is utopia? Is it the freedom of wilderness, the convenience of Wal-Mart, or something in between? Visions of a perfect world often depict a bountiful and benign land of plenty in which people exist harmoniously and effortlessly amidst a bountiful and benign natural world. What, then, does the good life have to do with goods? American society is wildly innovative, yet short on appreciation for resource limits. We are lavish consumers, but still suspect that the best things in life are, or ought to be, free. This seminar will examine utopian visions and the tensions they have inspired.
Seminar Reading: http://www.thebreakthrough.org/images/Death_of_Environmentalism.pdf
Location: Helvetia Vineyard, 23269 Yungen Road | Hillsboro OR 97124 | 503.647.7596
http://www.helvetiawinery.com/index.php
Location Notes:
- The winery offers wine tasting up to 3 pm. Come early to enjoy the flavors and the ambience.
- The seminar will be casual and family friendly (children welcome).
- This is a TB/BYOP event (Tiny budget, bring your own picnic)
Cost: No Charge
Donations to the Evergreen Alumni Association to support this and other programs are gratefully accepted.
RSVP: 360-867-6551 by August 20, frankk@evergreen.edu
Greener Oasis at Super Saturday - June 16th, 2007
Saturday June 16, 2007
As tradition demands, the Alumni Board of Directors sponsored the Greener Oasis at Super Saturday.
Higher Education Day
Higher Education Day was a big success. Alumni volunteers from our three boards — Board of Trustees, Board of Governors and Board of Directors — as well as alumni from around the state, descended on the Capitol campus for Higher Education Day at the Legislature, February 20. Leading up to the event, Government Relations Director, Jennifer Wallace, scheduled alumni volunteers for meetings with key legislators. On event day, she briefed the volunteers on issues and bills, and gave tips on effectively communicating with legislators.
At a luncheon, prior to the campus meetings, Governor Chris Gregoire presented the 2007 Waldo Award for Outstanding Public Service to Public Higher Education to former Governor Booth Gardner. Pulitzer prize-winning editorial cartoonist, David Horsey, gave the keynote address, delightfully illustrated with vintage cartoons. The day ended with a reception at the Governor's Mansion.
A highlight of the day was the eye-popping herd of university and college mascots roaming the capitol halls. Maybe we're biased, but we think Speedy the Evergreen Geoduck was head and shoulders above the rest.
Geoducks Gather at Tribeca Grill in Manhattan
President Les Purce and Tacoma faculty member Gilda Sheppard wowed the crowd in The Gallery at the famed Tribeca Grill in New York City on June 2.
More than four dozen Greeners from all over the city and surrounding areas found their way through flooded streets and subways to hear about Evergreen, raise a toast, and join in a rousing rendition of the alma mater and fight song.
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Texas Greeners Beat the May Heat for a Meet n' Greet
More than 30 alumni, parents and friends were Greenin' the Heart of Texas at the famed Scholz Garten in downtown Austin.
Joining them on the muggier-than-normal spring afternoon were President Les Purce and faculty member Artee Young from Evergreen's Tacoma campus.
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Beltway Alumni, Parents & Friends Get Together in D.C.
Crystalline blue skies, a light breeze and a rooftop deck set the mood for D.C. Greeners at the recent May gathering in the nation's capitol.
President Les Purce and Provost Don Bantz joined thirty-five alumni, parents and guests at Local 16 — a U Street neighborhood favorite - to meet old friends, make new ones and to share their Evergreen experiences.
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Bay Area Greeners Rock the House in San Francisco's North Beach
More than 60 Evergreen alumni, family and friends jammed the Greener-owned Magnet Lounge and spilled out onto the streets for banter and barbeque in the heart of San Francisco's North Beach neighborhood.
President Les Purce and faculty member Stephen Beck were on hand to bring the happy guests up to date on all the latest at Evergreen.
Many thanks go out to Brook, Mike and Gantt for opening up their doors and sharing in the Evergreen spirit!
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L.A.'s Lola's Hits the Spot for SoCal Geoducks
Three dozen Greeners, parents and friends got together for an evening of lively conversation and L.A. chic at the famed West Hollywood nightspot, Lola's.
Emeritus faculty member Oscar Soule and Provost Don Bantz joined President Les Purce to talk about the latest developments at Evergreen and field questions from the crowd.
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Seattle Greeners get together at Pure Audio Pre-Holiday Party
Nearly forty alumni, parents and friends joined President Les Purce and retiring faculty member Nancy Taylor on Monday, December 5, 2005 for an evening of great food and company.
Alumnus and Foundation Board of Governors member Paul Goldberg '91 hosted the reception at his own Pure Audio Studios, in the heart of Seattle's Belltown. Also on hand were former Evergreen President and Washington Governor Dan Evans and his wife Nancy, several past and current members of the Evergreen Board of Governors and Board of Trustees, and emeritus faculty member York Wong — to name a few of the esteemed guests. Marco's Supperclub of Seattle provided catering.
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Rocky Mountain Reunion for Denver-area Geoducks
With the lights of the Mile-High City as a backdrop, President Les Purce and Alumni Director Scott Pinkston welcomed nearly thirty Denver-area Greeners and friends to the historic Warwick Hotel on October 21, 2005 for some lively conversation.
Also on hand for the event were former faculty member Sig Kutter and noted winter sports filmmaker and alumnus, Peter Speek '80.
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Alumni & Friends Stylin' in Spokane
Spokane's historic Hotel Lusso played host on October 2, 2005 to two dozen Greeners and friends, who came to mingle and catch up on the latest news from this side of the mountains.
President Les Purce, Governmental Relations Director Edie Harding and Alumni Relations Director Scott Pinkston were also on hand to update the "Lilac City's" alumni, parents and other guests on everything happening at Evergreen. If you were unable to attend the Spokane gathering but would like to be included in the next area event, please contact the Evergreen Alumni Relations Office at (360) 867-6551.
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Greeners Gather on the Other Side of Olympia's Waters
Dozens of Greener alumni, parents and friend, including several state legislators, local dignitaries and Evergreen President Thomas L. "Les" Purce, recently enjoyed phenomenal views and wonderful food at the waterfront home of Kim Merriman '94 and Scott Merriman '86.
Set against the backdrop of Eld and Budd Inlets and with the lights of Cooper Point shimmering in the distance, the August 30, 2005 event was highlighted by President Purce's address on the state of the College and the importance of giving back to Evergreen. Also on hand was Evergreen faculty member Nalini Nadkarni, who offered an enthusiastic recounting of the genesis and development of the Forest Canopy Lab and Walkway.
Distinguished guests included Washington Senator Karen Fraser, Rep. Brendan Williams '92, Commissioner Robert Macleod, and John Thompson, chief of staff to Lt. Governor Brad Owen.
Olympia Alumni & Friends Get Together
Evergreen alumna Dr. Pam Farr & and her husband, Dan Johnson, hosted President Les Purce, Vice President for Advancement Frank McGovern and more than 20 guests for appetizers and wine at their home overlooking Henderson Inlet on May 13, 2005.
Also attending was faculty member and State Senator Karen Fraser and her husband, Tim Malone. Senator Fraser has served as a strong advocate for Evergreen in the state legislature.
Greeners Gather Once Again in Washington D.C.
Even a little drizzle couldn't keep away a throng of Beltway alumni and friends of the College, who got together on May 2 for the second straight year at the home of Evergreen parents Gerson and Margery Sher. Gerson is also a current member of The Evergreen State College Board of Governors, for which he heads up the Communications Committee. President Thomas L. "Les" Purce and Alumni Director Scott Pinkston were also on hand for the Monday evening event, which drew 38 guests. President Purce addressed current the College's challenges and initiatives and fielded a number of questions from parents and alumni alike. Many thanks again to Gerson and Margery Sher for inviting local Greeners into their home.
Los Angeles Alumni & Friends Share Art & Good Times
Evergreen President Les Purce and Alumni Relations Director Scott Pinkston welcomed nearly 60 guests to a tour of the Hammer Museum and a reception at The Gardens on Glendon in Los Angeles on April 17. L.A. Greeners were treated to a seminar on two installations in the museum's collection, courtesy of artist and alumna Gabrielle Levine '00, whose assistance in coordinating the day's events was instrumental to its huge success!
Portland Alumni Take a Step Back in Time
Portland alumnus Roger Goldingay '73 and his wife, Dr. Carol Otis, treated fifty area Greeners and friends to an afternoon of Victorian-age hospitality at their home, the historic John Palmer House, on March 26.
San Francisco Greeners Take to the Beach
More than four dozen Bay Area alumni, parents and friends recently got together for a warm, melodic and welcoming Saturday afternoon in Half Moon Bay under a cloudless California sky.
Evergreen Alumni & Friends Ring in the Season in Quilcene
Former provost Barbara Leigh Smith and her husband, faculty member David Paulsen, welcomed 45 Evergreen alumni, parents and friends on December 4, 2004 for a pre-holiday housewarming full of live music and good cheer.
President Thomas L. "Les" Purce and academic dean Tom Womeldorff were on hand to greet guests and update all on the state of the College, to include the new Seminar II building, and enrollment growth and faculty development initiatives.
Despite the somewhat remote Quilcene location, guests stayed well into the evening to enjoy the crackling fire and spirited camaraderie and to celebrate the coming season.
Greeners Rally for Night of Great Art and Fine Dining, Chicago-Style
Over 40 Chicago-area alumni, parents and friends recently joined Evergreen's Vice President for Advancement, Frank McGovern, and his wife Sally for a guided tour of The Art Institute of Chicago Museum's permanent collection, followed by dinner at Vivere, in the Italian Village.
Among the many distinguished classic and contemporary pieces on display for Greeners were Grant Wood's American Gothic and Georges Seurat's A Sunday on La Grande Jatte , in addition to remarkable works by Picasso, Degas, Rembrandt, Edward Hopper, Winslow Homer and others.
A special note of thanks goes out to Kyle Waterman '99 for his tremendous advice and assistance with coordinating the September 23rd event, as well as to Amy (Kesting) Petsch '97 and Soren Petsch '98, for their help in bringing in so many Evergreen alumni from the Chicagoland Greener Reading Circle. To join or learn more about upcoming events with the Reading Circle, write to Amy Petsch .
Seattle Area Alumni Gather on Capitol Hill
Greener Mark Stephen Souder '80 opened his home and his wine cellar on Friday, June 4, to more than 30 alumni, friends and Evergreen staff for a 10-year vertical wine tasting of Terre Rouge Noir, a Rhone-style California red. Joining the gathering to chat about current student and faculty programs were Expressive Arts faculty members Ariel Goldberger and Walter Grodzik. Also on hand were Evergreen's Vice President for Advancement, Frank McGovern, and Alumni Relations director Scott Pinkston. The atmosphere was festive, the conversation was lively and the view of the Seattle skyline from Mark's second-floor patio-captivating.
Even Blizzards Can't Keep Greeners at Bay
New England Geoducks braved the first major winter storm to rally at Boston Beer Works, near Fenway Park, December 6, 2003.
