Everett is entering a new chapter—and we’re inviting our community to gather in celebration, reflection, and support.

After 10 years of leadership, Chris Benner will be stepping down as director. We’re honored to welcome Roberto de Roock, from the  Education Department, as the Everett Program’s new director. To mark this transition and bring our community back together, we’re hosting a 1.5 day event at the end of May.

For questions or concerns, please contact Alex at alpaagui@ucsc.edu or Mo at modick98@berkeley.edu.

Note: please feel free to participate in any/all event sections that work  for you. All events are free, except for the fundraising dinner. We encourage you to come to the dinner–it will be a great celebration!  But if you are unable to make the dinner, you are still encouraged to  register and attend other parts of the weekend.

Friday, May 30 | 7:30p

Welcome mixer for folks staying in Santa Cruz

Saturday, May 31

9am- 11am: Morning Community Building led by Alumni and Fellows
Yoga and Hike with Ale and Naja at SS2- Bring a towel or yoga mat!

Beach Hangout with Jordan, Niko, and Gabby- Lighthouse Field State Beach

12:30: Event Opening Remarks
Everett Office, Social Sciences 2

1pm: Interactive Everett Showcase: “Past, Present, Future”
Everett Office, Social Sciences 2 Lawn

2:30pm: Alumni Panel Discussion
Everett Office

4pm: Collective Brainstorming Program Futures
Everett Office, led by Roberto

6pm: Celebratory Dinner
Bhojwani Dining Room. Fundraising dinner celebrating Chris’s leadership and welcoming Roberto!