Ethnic Student Association (ESA)

Welcome!

During spring quarter, we will meet on Fridays from
5-6pm in Syre 217 (campus map).

Mission Statement

Bringing together students of all backgrounds to celebrate diversity in our community and at Whatcom Community College (flyer designed by current club member, Layla Anane).

Spring Quarter Events

For more information about any of the following events, e-mail Krysta (kwalia@whatcom.ctc.edu) or Bridget(bgrove@whatcom.ctc.edu).

• ESA Club Collaboration
  Come support the Queer Straight Alliance (QSA) for Queer and Health Awareness week. This is also a good time to promote the ESA to other WCC students.
  Monday, May 9th, 10am-2pm - Whatcom Community College, Syre Student Center
• ESA Outreach
  Attend the Students of Color Leadership Conference at Skagit Valley College (transportation provided).  ESA members will present to diverse students on Identity Development and Student Success.
  Thursday, May 12th, 12-4pm - Skagit Valley College
• ESA Cultural Event
  Celebrate the struggles and triumphs of Women of Color in our community at the Women of Color Empowerment Dinner held at Western Washington University.
  Friday, May 13th, 6-9pm - Western Washington University, Viking Union Multipurpose Room
• ESA Cultural Event
  Join us for the annual International Cultural Festival.  The theme for this event is "I have a dream of peace".  Come show your support for peace!
  Friday, May 13 - Whatcom Community College, Syre Student Center

Past Events

• Native American Student Union (NASU) Pow-wow
  On April 23rd club members attended NASU's annual pow-wow at Western Washington University.
• Students of Color Conference (SOCC)
  In April, students from the ESA along with students from community & technical colleges across the state attended the annual SOCC in Yakima, WA.
• ESA Club Development
  On April 12th club members visited WWU's Ethnic Student Center to learn how they operate.

Advisors

Krysta Walia - Advisor
Multicultural Academic Support Coordinator
kwalia@whatcom.ctc.edu

Bridget Grove - Co-Advisor
Running Start Assistant
bgrove@whatcom.ctc.edu