Center for Intercultural and Civic Engagement

Starting Monday, October 11th, we will be hosting our SNAP office hours to help people apply for food stamps.

You can stop in at any time between 12-2pm, the Zoom ID is: 851-9851-0040.

If you have any questions, email us at: [email protected]

Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride with two back-to-back events on campus on Sunday, July 11th!

There will be a UPS community (students, staff, and faculty) Pride Picnic from 12:00 – 1:30 pm with music, games, and prizes. Bring your own food!

Then at 3:00 PM, UPS is hosting an LGBTQ+ Interfaith Service and Gathering, open to anyone in the South Sound region. Both events are on Todd Field and masks are required.

See you there and Happy Pride!

Center for Intercultural and Civic Engagement updated their info in the about section.

The Campus Food Pantry is open this summer, and the UPS Garden just shared some beautiful romaine lettuce and kohlrabi. Come grab them and eat something fresh from the garden today!! Located in the Student Diversity Center. Swipe access through back door 8am-10pm daily. Thanks !!

Tacoma Pride will take place virtually this year, but UPS is hosting an in-person LGBTQ+ Interfaith Service and Gathering open to the broader community on Todd Field at 3pm on July 11th thanks to the work of Chaplain Wright and the Chaplaincy Team! Stay tuned here for information about additional events and ways to celebrate this year!

Puget Sound is committed to being accessible to all people. For information about event accessibility, contact [email protected].

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https://time.com/6053156/supreme-court-native-american-tribal-sovereignty-cooley/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=news_tab&utm_content=algorithm

In Unanimous Ruling, SCOTUS Affirms Authority of Native American Tribal Governments and Police Forces The Supreme Court has decided in favor of tribal interests in the past five cases that have gone before it

Loggers helping Loggers!!!! Last call!

Operation SAVE Returns!
Donate unwanted clothes (clean & in good condition), non-perishable food, and books.

May 10 – 17
10 am – 4 pm

Bring to move-out stations at: N. 13th and Lawrence, Collins Library Lot, N. 18th Lot, and behind the Greek Houses.

Griz’s Garage will also be accepting small appliances and accessories at these locations. No furniture, please!

We direct your unwanted items to those in need, rather than the landfill.

More info: [email protected]

Tomorrow! https://pugetsound-edu.zoom.us/j/94561800650

Applying for summer jobs and internships? Stop by the clothing closet for free professional and interview ready clothing. Featuring a poster made for us by Career Employment Services !

Operation SAVE Returns!
Donate unwanted clothes (clean & in good condition), non-perishable food, and books.

May 10 – 17
10 am – 4 pm

Bring to move-out stations at: N. 13th and Lawrence, Collins Library Lot, N. 18th Lot, and near the Greek Houses.

Griz’s Garage will also be accepting small appliances and accessories at these locations. No furniture, please!

We direct your unwanted items to those in need, rather than the landfill. Operation SAVE is a win-win-win for students moving out quickly, the environment, and local community organizations, but it’s a lot of work! We need your help.

Volunteer for two-hour shifts: www.tinyurl.com/UPSopsave.

More info: [email protected]

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Racial Justice Editor - YES! Magazine YES! Media is seeking an experienced journalist to join our team as the Racial Justice Editor. The ideal candidate will be skilled at writing, reporting, and editing for print and digital media, and have experience assigning and editing stories from freelancers, managing beat budgets, and working re...

"Native American women are 2.5 times more likely to experience sexual assault than all other American women, and 86% of the offenses are committed by non-Native men. SISTERS RISING follows six women who refuse to let this pattern of violence continue in the shadows. Their stories shine an unflinching light on righting injustice on both an individual and systemic level."

SISTERS RISING is available to view on PBS through May 20th: https://www.thirteen.org/programs/america-reframed/sisters-rising-7rojqi/

Sisters Rising | America ReFramed Native American women are 2.5 times more likely to experience sexual assault than all other American women, and 86% of the offenses are committed by non-Native men. SISTERS RISING follows six women who refuse to let this pattern of violence continue in the shadows. Their stories shine an unflinching...

Next Wednesday at noon! Please make sure you register beforehand.

African American Studies' Public Scholarship course will bring an important discussion to campus on Wednesday, April 28 at 12pm PST. Students from the course will lead the audience in a much needed dialogue regarding language in the classroom and across campus. Black Studies is one of the most important disciplines for Americans to learn from, especially right now. We must all do our part to be the best informed about Black Studies concepts and content, as we attempt to navigate our society by sharing our informed knowledge with others. How informed are you?

Join AFAM 399 by registering at the following link: http://bit.ly/LanguageMattersAFAM

Language Matters: Deconstructing our Words, Identities, & Power in the Classroom.

Due to COVID-19, our annual Take Back the Night march will move online this year. The event will be a space for survivors and supporters to continue speaking out against sexual violence toward all, featuring narratives of survivors and words of encouragement by allies.

Wednesday, April 28, 6-7pm PDT
Zoom ID: 960 2586 6619

This event is part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. For more information visit www.pugetsound.edu/saam

Puget Sound is committed to being accesible to all people. For questions about event accessibility, please email [email protected]

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Join a Student-led Conversation
on Anti-Asian Violence & Racism in America

Tuesday, April 20, 4:00-5:00 PM
Zoom Link
https://pugetsound-edu.zoom.us/j/94561800650

Join BRAVe Coordinator, Alanna Volk, and the Diversity Programs Coordinator for the Office of Intercultural Engagement, Maija Petterson, for educational programming centered around Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.
 
Wednesday, April 21, 6-7 pm PDT
Zoom ID: 960-2586-6619
 
This event is part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. For more information, visit www.Pugetsound.edu/saam.

Puget Sound is committed to being accessible to all people. For questions about event accessibility, please email [email protected].
 
[image description] Drawing of the profile of a Native American woman with a red handprint painted across her mouth and cheek (a symbol of solidarity with missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls in North America).

African American Studies' Public Scholarship course will bring an important discussion to campus on Wednesday, April 28 at 12pm PST. Students from the course will lead the audience in a much needed dialogue regarding language in the classroom and across campus. Black Studies is one of the most important disciplines for Americans to learn from, especially right now. We must all do our part to be the best informed about Black Studies concepts and content, as we attempt to navigate our society by sharing our informed knowledge with others. How informed are you?

Join AFAM 399 by registering at the following link: http://bit.ly/LanguageMattersAFAM

Language Matters: Deconstructing our Words, Identities, & Power in the Classroom.

RSVP and contribute to graduation zines by April 18!

Each year, UPS recognizes the unique challenges that first-generation college students, students of color, and LGBTQ+ students navigate in society and on campus, honoring their particular achievements and triumphs as they graduate from Puget Sound, via a series of celebrations organized by the Office of Intercultural Engagement.

This year we will also host an Indigenous Graduates Celebration with a robing ceremony.

Finally, we also have caps and gowns to borrow, if purchasing regalia presents a financial strain.  

RSVP for any of these programs via the link in our bio!

Come see if you are eligible Wednesday April 21 and Wednesday April 28!

Next Monday, in collaboration with the Emily Program, we will be hosting a workshop to discuss the complexities of eating disorders and how to support people with eating disorders.

This event is cosponsored by CHWS and the Center for Student Support.

The Emily Program is an organization that spreads awareness about eating disorders as well as provides treatment and support to those struggling with eating disorders.

The event is happening on Monday, April 12th at 5 PM.
Zoom ID: 942 0640 6700

Puget Sound is committed to being accessible to all people. For questions about event accessibility, please email [email protected].

April's first Wed@6 is  Evolving Consent: A nuanced conversation and exploration of passive consent and active consent within consensual committed relationships.

Zoom ID: 986-3298-5487

Puget Sound is committed to being accessible to all people. For questions about event accessibility, please email [email protected].

This event is part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Learn more at www.pugetsound.edu/saam

Happy Spring, Loggers! Here’s what’s going on in April at the Yellow House:

Wednesday’s from 6-7 PM:

April 7- Evolving Consent: Consent in Long Term Relationships
April 21- Indigenous Experiences: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
April 28- Take Back the Net

with the Zoom ID: 960-2586-6619

Please note “The Emily Program: Eating Disorders 101” event is happening on Monday, April 12 from 5-6 PM with the Zoom ID: 942-0640-6700

Puget Sound is committed to being accessible to all people. If you have questions about event accessibility, please contact [email protected], or visit pugetsound.edu/accessibility

We hope you can join us!