UW Honors | Weekly Announcements

Week 10 – Spring 2026

Welcome Honors Huskies to Week 10 of Spring Quarter! Happy last week of the quarter and good luck on your finals! Make sure to keep an eye on our updated list of jobs, opportunities, and upcoming events!

Honors Events & Opportunities

Interesting Courses

Events

Club & Research Opportunities

Other Opportunities

Scholarships

HONORS 398 A Final Poetry Reading (June 4)

Honors 398 A: The Brain and the Healing Power of Poetry with Dr. Arthur Ginsberg is having a final poetry reading at the University Bookstore Barnes and Noble on June 4th at 5:00 PM. Please join us and support our wonderful Honors students!

PUBPOL 392 Designing Equity in Health Policy with Mara Bann (Fall 2026)

Honors professor and HETA recipient Dr. Maralyssa Bann is teaching a course on health policy in the Fall! This course will explore the US health policy landscape and the role of policy in achieving equitable health outcomes. Recommended: PUBPOL 201. 

UW Seattle 2026 Summer In-Person Job & Internship Fair

The Career & Internship Center is hosting our summer career fair next month.

UW Seattle 2026 Summer In-Person Job & Internship Fair

  • Thursday, June 25
  • 11:00am – 2:00pm
  • Mary Gates Hall (MGH) First Floor Commons

Details

  • Fair is open to all students and alumni of all three campuses
  • Registration is encouraged but not required (UWT students won’t be able to register ahead of time but are welcome!)

Career Fair Readiness Week Webinars (preparation)

Please contact us at cicevents@uw.edu with any questions.

The Fashion Scholarship Fund 2026 Summer Scholar Series kicks off this week!

The WizeHive application portal for the 2027 Fashion Scholarship Fund (FSF) Competition is now open!

2027 competition topic: Unlocking Hidden Potential: Identifying High Value Consumer Groups.

Deadline: Monday, October 12, 2026, by 11:59 AM EST.

Application process: FSF has created a comprehensive “How to Apply” guide to support students through the application process.

2027 case study disciplines: Design and Product Development, Marketing, Merchandising, Business Strategy

Use the QR codes on pg. 4 of the How to Apply guide to access each case study discipline!

You can access the WizeHive application portal through the How to Apply guide (pg. 10, “Deadlines and Announcements…”) or by clicking here. 

Any questions regarding the FSF Scholarship? Please contact Marie Colletta, Head of Education Programs.

Live (and low-cost) LSAT & GRE Prep

There will be another set of affordable LSAT and GRE prep courses offered this summer.

Campus Prep has provided high-quality, low-cost prep courses for more than 15 years at UCLA, UW, UC Davis, and several other universities.

Students can apply for the live online courses (and view schedules) at campusprep.org.
The application takes about 45 seconds to complete.

LSAT Course Details

Students who complete the LSAT course often improve around 9+ points on the LSAT.

  • Live online course taught by a top-scoring instructor you can interact with
  • Comprehensive 27-hour course, including 3 proctored practice exams
  • Costs $220–$255, depending on financial-aid eligibility
  • Payment plans available

The LSAT course is filling up quickly. Apply as soon as possible to reserve a spot.

Questions?
Email admin@campusprep.org or call (877) 805-2521

HEOR 340 / PHRMSC 330 / ECON 344: Introduction to Health Economics (Fall 2026)

Autumn 2026 | MW 10:00–11:20am | HST T639

Cross listed with PHRMSC 330 and ECON 344

This new course teaches students to use the core tools of microeconomics to understand U.S. markets for healthcare and health insurance. Through the lens of modern health policy debates, the course tackles the most pressing questions in health economics:

  • Why is health insurance so complicated?
  • Why are prescription drugs so expensive?
  • How did healthcare grow to represent 20% of the U.S. economy?

The course fulfills the Social Sciences (SSc) general education requirement and is open to undergraduate students across UW. 70 seats are available.

Register now (HEOR 340, SLN 22676)

For questions, contact Susan Inman, Undergraduate Program Specialist at the UW School of Pharmacy: sop-ugrad@uw.edu.

GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Fall 2026)

Credits: 2 CR/NC 

In person, Fridays, 12:30 – 2:20 p.m. 

MGH 241, UW Seattle

SLN: 15899 

Instructor: Maxine K. Wright 

Send questions to: mkw1208@uw.edu

GRDSCH 200 offers an overview of the structure and organization of graduate education and focuses on helping students learn the skills to find resources, build a network, and make decisions about continuing their studies beyond the baccalaureate. This 10-week course is for UW juniors and seniors who will be reflecting on their next educational journey. Open to all majors and disciplines.

Instructor Bio: Maxine Wright (she/her) is a PhD candidate in the Sociology department at the UW. She has previously taught classes on race, health disparities, and introductory sociological concepts. She is passionate about creating engaging, dialogue- and project-based courses, as well as fostering a classroom culture of high support, curiosity, and critical thinking. She’s very excited to bring her experience and enthusiasm to GRDSCH 200 and looks forward to helping students not only identify the right post-graduation path for them, but also craft high-quality materials for applications once they’ve determined their goals.

Washington Research Foundation Fellowship and Levinson Emerging Scholars Award Applications Now Open!

Applications are now open for the Washington Research Foundation Fellowship and Levinson Emerging Scholars Award. The Washington Research Foundation Fellowship and the Levinson Emerging Scholars Program support undergraduates who want to pursue creative and advanced bioscience and related research under the guidance of UW faculty. Apply to both programs through a single application! Awarded students will receive up to $8,000 across three quarters and travel support to present at a professional conference. Learn more about both programs here. 

Award Highlights

Washington Research Foundation Fellowship (WRF): 
WRF Fellows receive $8,000 to support their research, plus funding to present at a professional conference. 
More info about the Washington Research Foundation Fellowship

Levinson Emerging Scholars Award: 
Levinson Scholars receive up to $8,000 for educational expenses, research supplies, and travel to present their work. 
More info about the Levinson Emerging Scholars Award

Application Details

Apply Here

  • Deadline: Sunday, July 12, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT
  • Recommendation Letters Deadline: Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT
  • One application for both awards
  • Open to current UW undergraduates (Seattle, Bothell, Tacoma) conducting bioscience-related research

Info Sessions

Learn more about the application process, program expectations, and how to craft a strong application. 
Register here to attend an info session. Both information sessions will cover the same content.

  • Virtual: Tuesday, June 23, 12-1pm, Zoom

Eligibility Summary

Applicants must:

  • Be enrolled full-time (12+ credits) at UW (any campus) during the award period
  • Be pursuing a bachelor’s degree and have completed at least 2 years of university coursework
  • Have 3+ quarters of research experience by the time of application
  • Be conducting bioscience-related research with guidance from a UW faculty mentor
  • Propose a project that demonstrates originality and independence over 2–3 quarters

Questions? Contact UndergradResearch@uw.edu

ESS 420 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems for the Earth Sciences (Summer 2026)

Earth surface phenomena generally do not occur in uniform patterns, but are instead heterogeneously distributed across space. Hence, the ability to examine and analyze these spatial patterns is an incredibly useful tool for earth scientists – and one such analytic tool at our disposal is the use of geographic information systems (GIS). This hands-on computer lab and lecture course provides an introduction to the use of GIS in the earth sciences. We begin by covering the fundamentals of GIS, including the way spatial data are represented and stored, the software tools available (with a focus on Esri ArcGIS), and many of the fundamental methods of analysis. This introduction also includes some of the theoretical aspects of GIS. The course covers these fundamentals through examples in the earth sciences and beyond, and then explores various earth science applications of GIS in greater depth. Topics include discussion of imported data for GIS analysis, introductions to analyses of topography and hydrologic flow, mapping and analysis, and a brief overview of other geomorphologic phenomena for which GIS can serve as a useful if not essential tool.

For more information, contact Steven Walters, swalt826@uw.edu

Dr. Robert Poston Healthcare Scholarship

Scholarship Overview: The Dr. Robert Poston Scholarship is designed to support outstanding students who are pursuing careers in healthcare. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate academic excellence, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments—qualities central to success in medical and health-related professions.

Award Amount: $2,500

Deadline: September 30th, 2026

Application Link: https://robertpostonscholarship.com/the-dr-robert-poston-scholarship/

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be a current high school senior, undergraduate, or graduate student planning to pursue a career in healthcare
  • Must submit a 400–600 word essay answering this question: Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership or teamwork in a high-pressure environment. How does that experience influence your career goals?
  • Must provide contact information and basic academic details through the online application form

How Students Can Apply: Students can review full scholarship details and submit their application directly through the website: https://robertpostonscholarship.com/the-dr-robert-poston-scholarship/

Upcoming WE Lead Spring Quarter Events 

WE Lead’s Student Board Recruitment timeline

Summer Application:

  1. Monday, June 22 – Application Opens
  2. TBD – Info Sessions:  2-3 selected dates and times in June or early July (choose varied days of week/time)
  3. Monday, July 6 – Application Deadline. 
  4. Application Review & Interviews: Between deadline and July 16th. 

Final Selection of Student Board Members: All student board members will be selected and notified after both application periods (including interviews) have concluded, with a goal of notifying all students by the end of the third week in July.

Odegaard Writing and Research Center

The Odegaard Writing and Research Center (OWRC) is excited to welcome you back for Spring Quarter!

The OWRC is an interdisciplinary center that offers free writing and research support for UW students, faculty, and staff, including one-on-one peer tutoring appointments for students in both in-person and virtual formats, informational classroom visits, and in-class workshops.

Connect students with the OWRC by including resource information in your syllabus or incorporating an in-class visit from OWRC staff. Available virtually or in-person, these class visits bring a member of the OWRC staff into the class to provide a friendly and informational introduction to the Center and its services in 5-10 minutes.  

For classes with an emphasis on writing or revision, the OWRC is also pleased to offer Peer Review Workshops. Guided by a member of OWRC staff, these workshops are designed to facilitate positive and productive experiences with peer review by providing an approachable and conversational structure through which to provide and solicit feedback. These workshops allow students to build writing and revision skills while challenging them to think critically about their rhetorical choices. 

Customized, writing-focused workshops are also available upon  request.  

For more information on these support services and answers to frequently asked questions, check out the OWRC website, including our overview of instructor services, or email us at owrc@uw.edu.  

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Mondays from 5 to 6 PM in Mary Gates Hall, room 206, for crafts, trades, soup swaps, and more.

Bartering Club at UW is a new club promoting sustainability, reuse, and mutual support in a community centered space. Our Discord server provides a space for UW community members to exchange unused items or share skills. You can join the Discord at https://discord.gg/AxffmTj6MF. Our Instagram is @bartering_club_at_uw_. Please contact Samantha Lai at sal32@uw.edu with any questions.

Apply to Join the Bartering Club Leadership Team

If you are interested in sustainability and looking for an opportunity to develop your leadership skills, apply to join the Bartering Club Leadership Team! The application has been reopened for spring quarter. The priority deadline is April 30, and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis after. All are welcome to apply. Please reach out to Samantha Lai at sal32@uw.edu with any questions. 

Bartering Club at UW Leadership Application Form – Fill out form

Featured OMSFA Opportunities

UK Scholarships for graduate study and research: UW nomination application open now | UW Deadline: June 22

Marshall Scholarships, Rhodes Scholarships, Churchill Scholarships, Gates Cambridge Scholarships and Chevening Scholarships all fund graduate studies and research at universities in the UK. UW nomination is required for some, but not all. Advising is available for all. Explore the official websites and attend upcoming events to learn more:

Self-enrolled Canvas page for undergraduates interested in pursing a congressional internship

Serving as a congressional intern, either in Washington, DC or in a member’s home district, can be a transformative, life-changing experience. But the application process – not to mention the logistics of potentially moving across the country for an internship – can be intimidating. The resources provided in the Canvas site are meant to help you navigate the process of submitting internship applications and navigating the details related to securing a congressional internship. Summer internship deadlines are happening now, although internships are available year-round. Learn more by visiting the Canvas page.

The World (Cup) Comes to Seattle

Join us this spring for discussions featuring experts on the geopolitical, local, and sporting implications of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Seattle. Talks will focus on teams coming to Seattle, along with specific topics including workers’ rights, World Cup histories, and the Pride Match controversy, among others.

Moderator: Moderator: Ron Krabill, Professor and Director, Global Sport Lab at the University of Washington  

When: Mondays, 5-6:00 p.m. Pacific Time from April 6 to June 1, 2026 

UW students: Interested in taking this as a 2-credit/no credit course? Go to MyPlan for full course details.

For the public: Available via livestream only. Registration is required to receive the livestream link: Register

Free and open to all.

Sponsored by the University of Washington Global Sport Lab, Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, UW Bothell School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences, and the Responsible Business Law Initiative of the Barer Institute at UW School of Law

Questions? Email jsisevents@uw.edu

For general disability accommodation requests, contact us at 206-543-6450 (voice), 206-543-6452 (TTY), 206-685-7264 (fax), or dso@uw.edu.

Help us welcome new Honors Huskies! Submit a Community Profile

It’s that time of year again! After submitting their applications to the UW and the Interdisciplinary Honors Program by November 15th, high schoolers all over the world will begin hearing back from both the UW and from Honors in March and April.

We’re asking dedicated and interested students to act as a resource for accepted and incoming students by submitting an Honors Student Community Profile! These profiles are accessible by the public and gives students the opportunity to ask you about your Honors pathway, favorite Honors courses, UW experiences and more!

Interested students can submit a profile and complete the required training guide and quiz (open notes, and you can retake it as many times as you need). We encourage students from every Honors pathway, major, and year to submit a profile!

We hope you’ll join us in welcoming our new class of Honors Huskies!

Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students

The Martin Family Foundation Scholarships application season is underway for 2026-27 scholarships! Please share with your WA community college contacts, students, and others in your orbit who may be planning to transfer to UW Seattle this year or in future years.

The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.

This scholarship is open to WA resident students transferring from any community college in WA to UW Seattle for the coming 2026-27 academic year. Students transferring in spring 2026, summer 2026, fall 2026, or winter 2027 should apply for this scholarship when the application opens in May.

This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).

Please see full eligibility and application details here. 

The application portal for this scholarship will open in May.

Additional information about these scholarships is available on the Martin Family Foundation website, including FAQs, advice and recent Martin Scholar profiles. A handout/flier is also attached.