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Act Six Celebrates 90 New College Graduates

This past school year, 90 Act Six scholars from underrepresented communities throughout Washington, Oregon, Illinois, Indiana, and Minnesota graduated from college. The scholars earned degrees from Augsburg University, Bethany Lutheran College, Bethel University, George Fox University, Gonzaga University, Heritage University, North Central University, Northwest University,…
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Studying Abroad in Oaxaca Changed Me

By Joselyn Alaniz They say that when you’re drawn to a particular place, it’s because there’s a story waiting for you there. Most interpret this as the chance to meet the love of their life. For me, though, it was Oaxaca, Mexico, that called—and when…
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58 Students Selected for Seed Internships 2025 Cohort

This year’s Seed Internships summer program has started! After receiving hundreds of applicants earlier this year, we selected 58 Seed interns for our 2025 cohort. These exceptional students, representing multiple U.S. colleges, have been matched with nine top, local employers in the Puget Sound region.…
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Introducing Our 2025 Employer Partners

We are very pleased to announce this year’s employer partners for our Seed Internships program! Alongside weekly professional development provided by Degrees of Change, Seed interns gain on-the-job experience at 10+ week internships with top, local employers: CHOOSE 180 Nonprofit organization transforming systems of injustice…
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Lead Here, Lead Now

We are thrilled to share ticket sales have opened for the Degrees of Change annual spring fundraiser! Lead Here, Lead Now Thursday, May 8, 2025 5:30 p.m. – Cocktail Hour 6:40 p.m. – Dinner & Program Historic 1625 Tacoma Place Purchase Tickets | $85 (early…
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What Black History Month Means to Me

By Jalen Webber It’s Black History Month, a time when we celebrate, reflect on, and honor the legacy of Black heroes in America. Although I am grateful for this month—a month that gives Black/African Americans the recognition they rightfully deserve—I constantly ask myself: Why should…
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