New Student Orientation
We strive to make each student feel welcomed and prepared to achieve academic success, personal growth, and meaningful connections.
Evergreen's Orientation Program provides the opportunity to:
- Understand academic expectations and introduce students to the Evergreen environment
- Develop a sense of belonging within the Evergreen community
- Introduce support services dedicated to successful student life
New Olympia Undergraduate Orientation
Evergreen requires all new (first-year, international, and transfer) undergraduate, degree-seeking students enrolling on the Olympia campus for the first time to attend either the Virtual New Student Orientation or the In-Person New Student Orientation. We'll introduce you to our unique approach to education and connect you to staff, faculty, and campus resources. Plan to participate fully in your required New Student Orientation.
New Student Handbook
Whether you’re a new or returning student, Evergreen’s New Student Handbook and Degree Planning Guide will help you get the most out of your education with resources and tips for the journey to your degree.
New First-Year Advising and Registration
- After you register, follow these next steps (PDF) to prepare you for your academic journey at Evergreen.
- For all upcoming events, check your Evergreen email and the Academic Calendar.
For more information about Orientation email New Student Programs
Orientation Coordinator & Leader Job Opportunities
We are looking for registered students to help welcome new Greeners to Evergreen in Fall 2023! You will be helping new students get settled, make friends, find their classes, and figure out what their Evergreen experience will be. Coordinators and Leaders work with professional staff and each other to welcome new students, plan, and host events, and ensure programs run smoothly.
- You can learn how to access Handshake and our job posting information.
- Orientation Coordinator position: Job ID#7707456
- Orientation Leader position: Job ID#7707507
- Complete an Application and resume. Email these to Mel Pascal, Assistant Director, New Student Programs with the subject line "Orientation Employment".
- For any questions feel free to reach out to Mel Pascal, Assistant Director, New Student Programs with the subject line "Orientation Employment".
Tips for New Greeners
These items will set you up for success in your first quarter!
Plan to complete these tasks before contacting an advisor.
- This New Student Checklist (PDF) can help you stay on track.
- Review the undergraduate catalog to choose several offerings you are interested in.
- Have the Course Registration Number (CRN) handy for the course you want to enroll in when your registration time opens.
- Review the enrollment report to see if space is available during open registration.
Academic and Career Advising
Ways an Advisor can assist you
- Make or update a plan for your education and beyond.
- Select your programs to complete your degree.
- Contact Academic and Career Advising
- advising@evergreen.edu
- Contact an Advisor
- Office hours, Monday - Friday: 9 am - 5 pm PST.
Help With Your Application and Admissions
About Financial Aid
Evergreen—Tacoma student orientation
Tacoma students receive information directly from Evergreen—Tacoma.
Dr. Marcia Tate Arunga, Academic Dean
Phone: (253) 680-3000
Native Pathways Program
Native Pathways Program students receive information directly from the Native Pathways Program.
Dawn Barron, Director
Phone: (360) 867-6286
International Student Orientation
International students receive information directly from International Programs and Services.
Brynn Smith, Assistant Director
Phone: (360) 867-6421
Graduate Program Orientation
For graduate program orientation details, please contact the director of the program:
Master in Teaching
Luis Apolaya Torres, Associate Director
Phone: (360) 867-6559
Master of Public Administration
Marcia Zitzelman, Assistant Director, Public & Nonprofit Administration and Public Policy
Phone: (360) 338-5771
Puanani Nihoa, Assistant Director, Tribal Governance and Tacoma Cohort
Phone: (360) 867-6202
Master of Environmental Studies
Averi Azar, Assistant Director
Phone: (360) 867-6225