Meet Sebastian, the Center’s new temporary Front Desk and Resources Coordinator. With a background in writing, a love of books and a creative streak that extends to crocheting tiny monsters, they bring plenty of personality to the role.
Tell us a little about your new role at the Center. What will you be working on?
I’m the new temporary Front Desk and Resources Coordinator! For the next few months, I’ll be answering phones, checking people in for their appointments, and providing resources to community members in need!
What are you most excited to learn, build, or experience in your new role?
As a poet and writer, I’m VERY excited to work in the library. If I were to get hired for the permanent position, I’d love to pitch an idea for a queer book club–or perhaps even a writing group! I also plan to go back to school in the next couple years to finish my MSW and would love to discuss the possibility of having the Center as my practicum placement!
What’s something you’d love for people to know about you outside of work?
That I love to crochet little monster stuffies (as pictured in my photo)! The lil monsters unfurl with each stitch and I often don’t know what they will look like until they’re complete. We meet each other with equal surprise at the end. 🙂
What’s your go-to fall comfort food or drink?
It’s not technically season-specific, but my favorite comfort food is chicken adobo, the way my grandma makes it: extra brothy. Getting a bite of a whole peppercorn always takes me back to being five years old, sitting on the shag carpet of my grandma’s house. I always make it when I’m needing some warm nostalgia to hold me close.
Are you a Halloween person? If so, what’s your favorite costume you’ve ever worn?
I AM a Halloween person! I’m actually really excited for this year’s costume. I’m going to be Freddy Mercury in drag from Queen’s I Want to Break Free video, and my boyfriend is going to be Freddy Mercury!
