Noteworthy
Events, News &
Resources for staff @ Stanford
With so much going on in and around campus, this space will feature QUEST-centered activities as well as those that enrich our lives on and off campus.
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Events
2nd Annual Chosen Family Gathering
We are back this year with our annual Chosen Family Gathering! This year's theme is, “Thankful for you”, which is about sharing gratitude for all the beings who bring great joy to our lives. We’ll be serving Ike’s Sandwiches and making time to celebrate our QUEST members. (RSVP required)
Please RSVP by Wed. November 13th so we can ensure treats for all.
Questions? Contact your host Ralph T – rtietjen@stanford.edu
Copy the invite to your calendar: Chosen-Family-Gathering.ics
Join us to share your feedback and hear from colleagues on the next version of QUEST. We are on Zoom, Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 12-1PM. If interested in joining, complete the survey and RSVP.
QUEST Day @ The SF Farmers Market -04/2024
You’re invited to join us on Saturday, April 13th for a San Francisco QUEST event at the SF Ferry Building Farmers Market (One Ferry Building, San Francisco). We plan to meet at 1 pm, but the market goes from 8 am - 2 pm, so those who want to do some grocery shopping can arrive early. Food and drinks can be purchased by vendors inside the Ferry Building or at the Farmers Market. We will organize at tables by the waterfront, where everyone can gather. If interested in attending, please complete this RSVP Form by April 10.
QUEST Kudo Wishing Board -02/2024
Add to the Wishing Board: As we head into this new year, we’d love for you to share a few words, a photo, or a gif in response to the following: “What is one wish you have for the year ahead?” We'll revisit this board a year from now to see all the great things we've accomplished. Bring your wishes with you to share out as an icebreaker at the start of our February happy hour! Link to the Wishing Board: https://www.kudoboard.com/boards/coiU2TOZ
QUEST Trivia Night -12/06/2023
QUEST will host staff at the Rose & Crown Trivia Night on December 6, 2023. You'll find us wearing the classic rainbow leys, hope you can join us!
QUEST Chosen Family Brunch -11/2023
QUEST hosted a brunch in celebration of friends that are like family, and the family we create as queer staff. Free food, games and even prizes. Held at the Diversity & Access Offices at Kingscote Gardens.
QUEST Virtual Drag Queen Bingo -06/30/2023
Join us to at lunch time next Friday, June 30th for 5 fabulous rounds of bingo, prizes, and musical performances courtesy of Drag Queen Entertainment. Zoom, Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 12-1PM. Details and event registration via our mailing list or reach out to us via our contact page.
SoE Connect Pride Brunch co-sponsored by QUEST -06/29/2023
Join us Thursday, June 29th -10:30AM-12:00PM at the Shriram Center Tea Room for coffee, pastries, games, education on allyship and free givaways. Details and event registration via our mailing list or reach out to us via our contact page.