UW Honors Program Scholarships due 4/7/26!

• For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

• Lunch & Learn with Professor Roger Soder
• Help us welcome new Honors Huskies! Submit a Community Profile
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program

Events

• Teach-In on US Imperial Wars, Friday, 4/10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
• Breakfast and conversation for students who love to read literary fiction with Tiffany Tsao, translator from Indonesian
• Spring 2026 UW Language Fair (April 6)
• Join the NextGen Undergraduate Policy Competition (April 24)
• Rehabilitation Professions Open House
• The World (Cup) Comes to Seattle

Interesting Courses

• LSJ Courses – Seats Available
• HONORS 396 A: Pain (Spring 2026)
• GEN ST 240B: Exploring Personal Strengths and Community Assets (Spring 2026)
• INFO 110: AI Foundations and Society (Spring 2026)
• CHID 496 A: Mother Tongues & The Affective Economies of Language (Spring 2026)
• AIS 336 American Indians and the Law (Spring 2026)
• Storytelling for Migrant Justice 2026-2027
• GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)
• PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)
• EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)
• TXTDS200 – Books Unbound (Spring 2026)
• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Join Bartering Club!
• Apply to Join the Bartering Club Leadership Team
• Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP)

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Odegaard Writing & Research Center
• OWRC Peer Tutor and Student Assistant Positions Available
• ASP is Hiring Tutors and Coaches for the 2026-2027 Academic Year!

Other Opportunities

• UW Foundation Board Student Representative Director
• Dempsey Startup Competition
• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

Scholarships

• Barbara Greenberg Distinguished Scholarship
• BASW Scholarships Available (up to $20,000)
• Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation scholarships available
• UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships now open, due April 16
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle:

• The first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is in Seattle on June 15th, two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). 
• It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 
• For your planning, the UW Honors Graduation will be Thursday, June 11th in the evening.

UW Honors Program Scholarships

The application portal for UW Honors Program scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open.

Each year the Honors Program provides scholarship opportunities for UW Seattle students currently enrolled in Interdisciplinary, Departmental, and College Honors who will be enrolled in the next academic year. For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

How to Apply

Submit one Honors Scholarship Application for each award you are applying for. Your selection of the scholarship name in the dropdown menu will show you the scholarship-specific essay prompt. Make sure you are responding to the appropriate scholarship prompt in your application. You may apply for multiple scholarships, but must submit a new application for each scholarship.

All applications are due Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm.

honors.uw.edu/scholarships/current-scholarships

Lunch & Learn with Professor Roger Soder and UW Honors Director, Professor Stephanie Smallwood

In conversation with Dr. Smallwood, Professor Emeritus Roger Soder will take up some vital questions about the importance of ethical leadership and thoughtful publics for sustaining democracy and the role of college education in addressing these questions. The discussion will consider the stakes and responsibilities of civic participation in a free society, as well as the creation, maintenance, and inevitable recovery and reconstitution of a more thoughtful public. 

Teach-In on US Imperial Wars, Friday, 4/10, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

On Friday, April 10 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. in the Unity Room of the Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center a teach-in will take place on the topic U.S. Imperial Wars, Past and Present.

For more information or to register to attend, scan the QR code below or visit this link.

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.  

OWRC Peer Tutor and Student Assistant Positions Available

The Odegaard Writing & Research Center (OWRC) is now hiring for multiple hourly peer tutor and student assistant positions beginning the Fall Quarter 2026. If you or someone you know might be interested in applying for work as a Peer Writing Tutor or Student Assistant at the OWRC, please see our Job Opportunities webpage.

The OWRC is an interdisciplinary writing and research center that aims to support UW students, staff, and faculty on their diverse writing and research projects through one-to-one tutoring sessions, group tutoring sessions, workshops, and other programs. Our tutors are undergraduate and graduate students from a wide range of academic fields, and we provide a rich learning environment for writers and tutors alike. We consistently hear from tutors and student assistants that their work here is challenging and transformative.

Applications are due on Sunday, April 12th, 2026. We encourage applicants to bring their materials to the OWRC and discuss them with our current tutors — just make an appointment and come by. Students who have applied in the past are welcome to apply again. Please email owrc@uw.eduif you have any questions!

LSJ Courses – Seats Available

We still have a few seats remaining in the following courses.

LSJ 381 A (16364) Environmental Justice in the US and Latin America | TTh 3:30-4:50pm (5 credits) 

• This course will count towards a core for students to be eligible to apply, it has just been approved as a standalone course in upcoming quarters.
• Fulfills Legal Subfield in LSJ minor

LSJ 430 A (16373) Comparative Human Rights Law | MW 10:30am-12:20pm (5 credits)

• Students do not need to have a pre-requisite completed, have students message and I will manually override.
• Fulfills elective credit within LSJ major
• Fulfills Rights Subfield in LSJ minor

LSJ 480 A (21406) Indigenous Taiwan and the Pacific | TTh 10:30am-12:20pm (5 credits) 

• Explores the Indigenous peoples of Taiwan through law, culture, and literature (e.g., music, fiction, and poetry). Includes language revitalization, land rights, storytelling as resistance, and legal struggles. Case studies highlight shared and distinct Indigenous experiences in Taiwan, Oceania, and the U.S., fostering cross-cultural dialogue and critical thinking.

LSJ 490 A (16374) Global Environmental Law and Politics | W 11:30am-2:20pm (5 credits)

• Fulfills elective credit within LSJ major
• Fulfills Legal Subfield in LSJ minor

LSJ 490 B (16375) Global (In)Justice in Environment and Development | TTh 10:30am-12:20pm (5 credits)

• Fulfills elective credit within LSJ major
• Fulfills Legal Subfield in LSJ minor

Global Health Minor Information Session

Interested in the Global Health Minor? Join us for an information session to learn about courses, requirements, and working in the global health field. This program provides the opportunity to become familiar with programming, policies, and outcomes in global health, actively engaging in efforts to improve health as global citizens. 

Please review our website for more information about the program and information sessions and connect with Lyda Ebadani (ghminor@uw.edu) with any questions.   

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

Breakfast and conversation for students who love to read literary fiction with Tiffany Tsao, translator from Indonesian

Interested students from any UW major are cordially invited to join Tiffany Tsao, translator from Indonesian, and UW’s Translation Studies Hub for a free breakfast and conversation about literature and translation. Tiffany Tsao will be in residence at UW in mid-April as part of the Simpson Center’s annual literary translator residency series; you are all welcome to also attend her public lecture on April 14.

All participants will receive free copies of the Indonesian writer Norman Erikson Pasaribu‘s collection of short stories Happy Stories, Mostly, translated by Tiffany Tsao (The Feminist Press, 2023). Copies of the book will be available about two and a half weeks ahead of the event, at the start of the Spring quarter, and participants will be highly encouraged to read it before the breakfast meeting to get the most out of this event.

If you love to read fiction on any subject, you’re welcome to join. If you have a special interest in contemporary Indonesian literature / literature from Southeast Asia, you’re welcome to join. If you have a special interest in literary translation, you’re welcome to join. If you’re interested in literature that centers contemporary queer experiences, you’re welcome to join. If you like to get a copy of a lovely book as a gift and like the idea of discussing it with peers and the book’s translator over breakfast, you’re welcome to join. You’re welcome to join for any other reason as well (as long as loving to read is somewhere on that list). This is a short book (168 pages), comprised of short — and often absurdist! — short stories. The book was longlisted for the International Booker Prize in 2022, with citation describing it as “A collection of 12 short stories that centre queer experiences, blending science fiction with absurdism.”

If you’re interested, please contact Prof. Sasha Senderovich by email at your earliest convenience and by April 2 at the latest, at senderov@uw.edu. Please include a couple of sentences about yourself, what you study at UW, and what sparked your interest in this event. Preference will be given to undergraduate students but interested graduate students may inquire as well.

Featured OMSFA Opportunities

Mary Gates Endowment for Students Scholarships: Information Session

Attend an Information Session in spring quarter to learn more about the scholarships offered by the Mary Gates Endowment for Students!  The Mary Gates Endowment for Students expands opportunities for undergraduates by providing Leadership and Research Scholarships. Scholarships are open to all undergraduates in all majors at all three campuses. Students can earn up to $5000 over two quarters to engage in meaningful, mentored leadership and research projects.  RSVP for an upcoming info session HERE.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program Information Session | Wednesday, April 15 from 12:30-1:30 pm | Mary Gates Hall 171

Interested in graduate studies at Stanford? Attend the Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program information session to learn about this scholarship to fully fund your studies. The Knight-Hennessy Scholars program provides full funding to pursue any graduate degree at Stanford, including the JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MS, and PhD programs, as well as all joint- and dual-degrees. Its goal is to develop a community of future global leaders to address complex challenges through collaboration and innovation. RSVP using this link here; space is limited!

• A Knight-Hennessy admission officer will be at UW to share details and insights into the application process.

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:

• Marshall Scholarship Summit for applicants hosted by the Marshall Scholarship Commission: April 15, 9am-12pm PT
• UW information sessions about these UK scholarships and UW nomination process:
  • April 16, 12:30-1:30pm PT, featuring UW alumni currently studying at Cambridge University as Gates Cambridge Scholars
  • May 19, 5:30-6:30pm PT
• UW application for nomination for Churchill, Marshall and Rhodes

Freeman-Asia Scholarship | Deadline: April 7 

The Freeman-ASIA program is designed to support U.S.-based undergraduates with demonstrated financial need who are planning to study abroad in East or Southeast Asia. The program’s goal is to increase the number of U.S. citizens and permanent residents with first-hand exposure to and understanding of Asia and its peoples and cultures. Summer term: Up to $3,000. Semester/Quarter: Up to $5,000. Academic Year: Up to $7,000.

U.S. Google Policy Fellows Summer 2026 Application | Deadline: April 9 

The U.S. Google Public Policy Fellowship is offered to students passionate about the internet and technology policy. Accepted fellows will spend the summer working at a public interest organization at the forefront of debates on tech policy issues. Fellows who work full-time, or 40 hours/week, will receive a stipend of USD 12,000 for the fellowship. Fellows who work part-time, or 20 hours/week, will receive a stipend of USD 6,000 for the fellowship. Click here to apply to become a Summer 2026 Google Public Policy Fellow.

Baldasty & Beam Scholarship for Unpaid Public Sector Internships | Deadline: April 12

Aims to reduce financial barriers and support students in pursuit of high-quality internships. Typical awards range from $1,000 – $2,500. Students must meet the following requirements: Full-time enrolled undergraduate student at the UW Seattle campus Returning to campus Autumn quarter – Graduating seniors are not eligible. Have received an offer for an un/underpaid internship in Summer (June-September) Underpaid is defined as total compensation under $500 for the summer.

Samvid Scholarship | Deadline: April 12

The Samvid Scholars program supports up to $50,000 per year for two years of graduate study. In addition to funding for their graduate program, each Scholar will receive two years of leadership development programming to support them in continuing to fulfill their extraordinary potential. 

NHSC Scholarship Program | Deadline: April 16

The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholarship Program awards scholarships to students pursuing eligible primary care health professions training. In return, you commit to providing primary care health services in a Health Professional Shortage Area for a minimum of two years or a maximum of four years of service. The scholarship covers: tuition and eligible fees, items including books, health insurance, and equipment, monthly stipends to assist with living expenses while pursuing your degree. Must be a U.S Citizen and enrolled as full-time student.

Harry Bridges Labor Studies Scholarships | Deadline: May 4

This scholarship fund supports undergraduates and Graduate students interested in social justice and labor-related studies. Individual award amounts range from $1,000 to $10,000. Students at any of the three University of Washington campuses (Seattle, Bothell or Tacoma) are eligible to apply. 

City of Seattle Parks & Recreation Department Summer Meals & Summer Playgrounds College Internship | Deadline: April 28

This program works in partnership with Human Services Department, Seattle Public Schools and United Way King County in a Federally funded program to provide youth under the age of 18 with free meals and activities in parks and playgrounds during the summer out-of-school time. A great summer opportunity for those who want to work in youth & community mental health, food justice, policy, after school education programs. Pay: $22.56/hour. Internship dates – June 29 – August 24, 2026

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.

ASP is Hiring Tutors and Coaches for the 2026-2027 Academic Year!

Interested in supporting fellow UW students while building teaching or mentorship experience? Looking for an on-campus job? Academic Support Programs is currently hiring CLUE Tutors and Academic Success Coaches for the 2026-2027 Academic Year! 

These positions are open to UW undergraduate and graduate students who will be enrolled for the full 2026-2027 academic year. Current hourly rates are $22.65/hour (undergraduate students) and $23.65/hour (graduate students). 

Below are the available positions. Please feel free to review the websites below to learn about the differences between each position.

• CLUE Drop-in Tutors (Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics, and Writing)
• CLUE Exam Review Tutors (Physics)
• Academic Success Coaches (Academic Success Coach, Transfer Student Success Coach)

Application deadline: Monday, April 6, 2026

To learn about each position and how to apply, please visit: https://academicsupport.uw.edu/apply

Questions? Email aspuw@uw.edu

Spring 2026 UW Language Fair

Join us at the Spring 2026 UW Language Fair!

Affordable LSAT Prep Courses through Campus Prep

There will be another set of affordable LSAT prep courses offered this spring.

Campus Prep has provided high-quality, low-cost LSAT prep courses for over 15 years at UCLA, UW, and several other universities.

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

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

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

Courses are filling up quickly. Apply as soon as possible to reserve a spot.

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

UW Foundation Board Student Representative Director

The applications are now open for the UW Foundation Board Student Representative Director, a part‑time volunteer leadership role for the 2026–27 academic year.

Application link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/jobs/10846818

Deadline to apply is: April 13, 2026

This position offers a unique opportunity for a student who will be enrolled during the 2026–27 academic year to serve as a full voting member of the UW Foundation Board. The role includes mentorship, professional development, and meaningful networking with board directors and Advancement leaders. The Student Representative Director attends three board meetings, participates in New Director Orientation, and provides a student voice in conversations that influence the university’s priorities and long‑term direction. Read more about the UW Foundation Board here: https://uwfoundationboard.org/

All majors and class years are welcome to apply. The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

Join the NextGen Undergraduate Policy Competition (April 24)

Are you interested in public policy, public service, or solving real-world challenges?

We invite you to participate in the first annual NextGen Undergraduate Policy Competition on Friday, April 24 in Mary Gates Hall. This one-day event brings together undergraduate students from across campus to collaborate on solutions to a real public sector policy challenge.

Students will work in teams of 3–5 to analyze a policy case and develop recommendations. Your team will receive the case one week in advance, and on competition day you will present your ideas to a panel of public sector professionals, private sector professionals, and MPA graduate students. Lunch will be provided!

This is a great opportunity to:

• Apply what you’ve learned in the classroom to a real policy issue
• Collaborate with students across disciplines
• Gain experience presenting ideas to professionals
• Expand your network in public service and ethical technology policy

Event Details

• Date: Friday, April 24
• Time: 9:45 AM – 5:00 PM
• Location: Mary Gates Hall (check-in located in MGH 171 in the EXPD Suite)

More information is available in the flyer and registration form.

Please register by Sunday, April 5.

We hope you’ll take advantage of this opportunity to engage with a real-world policy challenge and connect with others interested in the intersection of public service and technology.

Rehabilitation Professions Open House

Calling all undergraduates interested in careers in healthcare! The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is hosting a drop-in open house where you can learn more about rehabilitation professions and our UW academic training programs. Speak to faculty and students in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Prosthetics & Orthotics, Speech-Language Pathology, Physiatry (rehabilitation physicians), and more! Check out our classrooms and engage in demonstrations from each discipline. Come before 5pm to see the prosthetics lab in action!

Whether you have a career in a rehabilitation-related profession in your sights already or are still searching for the right pathway for you, this is a great opportunity to connect one-on-one with our programs and ask any questions you have on Rehab professions, courses, applying, and much more!

Directions:

To access our floors, you’ll need to make it to the BB Elevators (circled in red).

Non-UW students should enter through the NW Plaza on Medical Center Frontage Road (red arrow), where student volunteers will let you in to the building.

UW students may also use their Husky Card to enter from the Pacific Street Bridge connecting Bloedel Hall parking lot to HSB (yellow arrow).

Barbara Greenberg Distinguished Scholarship

Applications are open for the Barbara Greenberg Distinguished Scholarship!

The Barbara Greenberg Distinguished Scholarship was established to celebrate the life of Barbara Greenberg, who graduated from the University of Washington in 2011 with the first Bachelor of Arts in Disability Studies. This scholarship provides financial support to undergraduate students pursuing specialized coursework in Disability Studies. 

Scholarship funds can be used to offset the cost of attending the UW, including tuition, fees, books, and living expenses for one year.

Applications are due April 27th before 11:59 pm.

Visit the following page for more information about the scholarship and how to apply: Barbara Greenberg Distinguished Scholarship for Disability Studies | Disability Studies – UW College of Arts and Sciences.

Contact Mark Harniss (mharniss@uw.edu) with any questions.

BASW Scholarships Available (up to $20,000)

The UW School of Social Work is investing in Changemakers. 

Thanks to a generous philanthropic gift, we are awarding $5,000–$10,000 scholarships per year for 2 consecutive years (up to $20,000) to incoming BASW students in Fall 2026. We are looking for students who are passionate about service, demonstrate academic strength, and are committed to advancing equity and social justice. 

As an adviser, you are uniquely positioned to help us identify students who are a strong fit for this scholarship! We encourage you to nominate students who: 

• Are motivated to serve their community and make a tangible difference 
• Bring lived experience with foster care, housing insecurity, economic hardship, mental health care, medical challenges, or educational barriers 
• Are drawn to frontline, people-centered work with individuals, families, and communities 
• Seek a purposeful, impactful career in social work 

Nominate a Student before April 1, 2026! 
Students may also apply directly – a nomination is NOT required. Please share the information below and attached flyers with students! 

How to Apply:

• Students must apply to both the BASW programand submit a separate scholarship application by April 15, 2026, 11:59 PM PST
• Learn more & access the application

INFO 110: AI Foundations and Society (Spring 2026)

Generative AI is changing how students show up in learning. We have a relatively new course, INFO 110: AI Foundations and Society, which is intended to help students more thoughtfully engage AI in school and life. It has learning goals like:

• Students will be able to holistically assess AI systems and determine when and how to adopt them.
• Students will learn how to develop their own AI values, as well as ethically and responsibly use AI systems.
• Students will be able to actively participate in discussions surrounding AI in future professional contexts.
• Students will develop an understanding of the history of AI and how it relates to people, from those represented in datasets to those training and using the AI models.

No programming experience required. It’s a new course and we have 100 seats open!

GEN ST 240B: Exploring Personal Strengths and Community Assets (Spring 2026)

We often approach personal development (not to mention community-based engagements!) through a deficit lens–focused on skills to develop, needs to meet, and gaps to fill. GEN ST 240 (SLN 14670) will offer an alternative framework for understanding self and community by focusing on existing strengths and how to leverage them.   

In this class, students will use research verified methods as well as guided personal reflection to learn more about their own strengths. Together we’ll explore how to leverage these strengths academically, personally, and professionally. We’ll also dive into the concept of Asset Based Community Development and explore how this framework can help us engage in community-based work while remaining centered in authenticity and joy.  

The course has a required community-engaged learning component; students are encouraged to utilize current volunteer or internship commitments toward this requirement, though individualized support will be offered to those looking to add a new service opportunity. This is a three-credit course that is offered as credit/no credit. Sessions will be synchronous and held on Mondays from 3:30-5:20PM in Mary Gates Hall. 

Those interested in the course can learn more and/or request an add code from the CELE Center’s website. 

Undergraduate students will have priority for add codes, though graduate students are welcome to express interest.

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.

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 LawInitiative 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.

CHID 496 A: Mother Tongues & The Affective Economies of Language (Spring 2026)

Mondays, 10:30am – 12:20pm in Padelford C101

Are you learning or do you speak a heritage language? Join CHID 496 A this Spring to be in community with other current and aspiring heritage language learners!

In this 2-credit, low-stakes, discussion-based class, we will:

• focus on our experiences with heritage languages, which connect us to our cultural roots;
• explore our relationships to language;
• and think about important frameworks within language learning.

Students with any language learning experience (even none!) are welcome! Contact anikadm@uw.edu for more details or with any questions!

Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation scholarships available

The Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation has announced its 2026-2027 General Scholarship cycle! Please share widely with students in all years and all fields.

Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation annually recognizes University of Washington sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students based on distinguished achievement in scholarship, leadership and service to the campus and community. The Foundation awards over $50,000 in total scholarships each year. Students from all fields of study are invited to apply. Membership in Mortar Board is not required.

• Get more information and the application form.
• Deadline to apply: April 5!

AIS 336 American Indians and the Law (Spring 2026)

This class may be of interest to a broad range of students – AIS 335 American Indians and the Law. The class is being taught by a special guest lecturer, Meredith Drent, a lawyer and former Supreme Court Judge for the Osage Nation. Students will have the unique opportunity to hear about her work in tribal law and governance.

Taught by special guest lecturer Meredith Drent, former Supreme Court Justice for the Osage Nation. Overview of laws governing American Indians: aboriginal law systems, U. S. laws, and contemporary tribal laws. Effects of laws and legal institutions on contemporary Indian identity and tribal status, self-government, land ownership and use, natural resources, religion, family life, cultural and spiritual practices, crimes and punishment, and federal responsibilities for Indians.

HONORS 396 A: Pain (Spring 2026)

We want to highlight an exciting Honors course offering for Spring 2026! HONORS 396 A: Pain is a 3-credit seminar that offers students an opportunity to work closely with two attending physicians in UW Medical Center’s Center for Pain Relief: Mark Sullivan, who is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Adjunct Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, and Adjunct Professor of Bioethics and Humanities, and Irakli Soulakvelidze, who is a former director of the UW Pain Fellowship and a Clinical Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

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!

Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP)

The Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP) provides funded opportunities for undergraduate students from two- and four-year colleges and universities to conduct research with faculty members at the University of Washington.  

Possible research areas 

• Developing new therapeutics 
• Improving medication safety 
• Advancing treatments for dementia and HIV 
• Exploring therapies for cancer and brain injuries 
• Studying medication access, affordability, and equity 

Program details 

• Dates: June 21–August 27, 2026 
• Location: Seattle, WA 
• Stipend: $7,500 
• Priority Deadline: Mon, April 6, 2026 
• More Information and Application: https://sop.washington.edu/summerscholars 
• Questions: nmpscholars@uw.edu 

Learn about our School’s diverse research areas here:  

• Department of Medicinal Chemistry  
• Department of Pharmaceutics  
• Department of Pharmacy, which includes the Comparative Health Outcomes, Policy, and Economics (CHOICE) Institute  

Ideal applicants would be rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors with chemistry experience who are eager to experience and would benefit from laboratory research. We are especially interested in applications from those underrepresented in the pharmaceutical sciences.   

UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships now open, due April 16

UW alumni provide scholarships to current UW students through many different scholarship programs throughout the year. Several of these alumni scholarship programs for undergraduate students are open for application now through the UW Alumni Reunion & Class Gifts Scholarships application process.

* Note: the Alan R. Spence Transfer Student Support Fund is open this year for transfer students! After the 2026 cycle, the Spence Scholarship will be offered in 2028.

Scholarships in this group range from $1,000-$2,000, and UW undergraduate students can submit a single application to be considered for any of the seven scholarship programs included. Undergraduate students in all fields, all years, all campuses are encouraged to explore this opportunity! US citizenship is not required to apply.

Deadline to apply is April 16, 2026.

Get more details about eligibility, the application process and the scholarships included.

Apply online here.

Read about previous awardees.

For questions, please contact: UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards at scholarq@uw.edu.

Dempsey Startup Competition

The application is now open for the 29th Dempsey Startup Competition! The University of Washington’s annual business plan competition will award nearly $90,000 in prize money to entrepreneurial student teams hailing from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia.

Applications are due on Monday, April 6 at 11:59pm PT. 

Click here to learn more about the Dempsey Startup Competition.

Why should students enter the Dempsey Startup Competition? 

1. Learning by doing – Students will gain practice in the dynamics of venture creation by developing an idea, putting together a founding team, writing a business plan, and presenting to investors.
2. Validation – Students who enter will have their plan reviewed by 8-10 judges in the first round of the competition. Judges are expected to provide written feedback that will be returned to the teams!
3. Build a Network – Each year, over 300 entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, attorneys, and industry professionals participate as judges in the competition. This is a great opportunity for students to build their network and connect with these individuals!

We are hosting information sessions and office hours leading up to the deadline. We encourage students to join these sessions in preparation for submission.

If students advance to the Investment Round (top 36 teams), they can opt to receive practicum credits (2 credits) for their participation.

GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)

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.

PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)

Course Description:

This 1-credit course prepares undergraduate and master’s students with the essential skills and mindset to pursue a career in public service. The course will explore careers in all sectors, with an emphasis on careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Through a combination of reflective exercises, practical applications, and collaborative learning, participants will develop clarity about their professional identity and tangible steps they can take to prepare for their career journey. Key components of the course include: 

• Career Development: Define career goals, explore multiple pathways to achieve them, and  build a toolkit to make decisions that align opportunities with goals. 
• Professional Communication: Practice coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue across varied environments, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural responsiveness. 
• Workplace Readiness: Understand and demonstrate professional behaviors expected in public service settings. 
• Personal Branding: Articulate your purpose, values, and brand personality to position yourself for meaningful impact. 

Specifically, students will learn how to: 

• Articulate their purpose, work, and brand personality. 
• Define career goals and identify next steps and pathways to achieve them. 
• Identify, prepare, and apply for opportunities that align with their career goals.  
• Assess work challenges, and how they might choose to navigate them. 
• Communicate effectively in a variety of environments, with an emphasis on coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue. 

EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)

Earn academic credit while tutoring K-12 students!

Read below to learn about upcoming courses taught by the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center: 

• Experiential Learning / Community-engagement (E) credits  
• Graded CR/NC 
• Open to all majors and any class standing (undergraduate and graduate!) 

EDUC 260: Equity Issues in K-12 Education (1 credit seminar)

EDUC 260 is 1 credit seminar that centers topics of justice in public K-12 education. The course’s purpose is to strengthen student consciousness of self, systems, and community to be applied to practice. * This is a pre/co-requisite course for EDUC 401.

EDUC 401 A/B: Practicum in Community Service Activity (1-6 credits) 

EDUC 401 A or B is a variable credit community-engaged course. On day one of our class, students select a community-engaged placement where they will volunteer on a weekly basis. Our class meetings (every other Wednesday) will focus on reflection and preparation surrounding community-engaged work. Already mentoring or tutoring somewhere? Email to inquire about a self-placement!  

*Pre/co-requisite for this course is EDUC 260. We can consider waiving this requirement on a case-by-case basis. Waiver request form available here.

More detailed information is available on our program webpage, as well as regular updates on instagram. If you have any questions about registration or curriculum, please email celecenter@uw.edu.

TXTDS200: Books Unbound

Attached is a flyer with more general information about all of the upcoming Textual Studies courses for SPR26 that count toward the undergraduate Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities.

The Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities

This interdisciplinary minor focuses on the study of the history, present, and future of texts from scrolls, manuscripts, and printed books to archival documents, digital texts, and textual data. Through hands-on learning, you’ll explore diverse forms of media, asking questions about the history of communication and cultural expression.

Interested students can reach out with questions about the program, our courses, or our minor by emailing text@uw.edu.

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

Access to BASW Application 

Upcoming Events

• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

What does leadership look like at the top of a major public university, and how do personal values shape the decisions that impact thousands of students?

This spring, LEAD 498: Academic Leadership in Action invites you into the conversation.

LEAD 498 gives you a behind-the-scenes look at leadership at the University of Washington. You’ll meet directly with UW leaders—Deans, Chancellors, and other senior administrators—who will share how their values guide decision-making and what leadership really looks like in practice.

Guest speakers will share how their personal values inform their leadership approaches, the skills they rely on most, and how those skills are developed over time.

Quick course snapshot:

• LEAD 498 | 2 credits CR/NC
• Jointly offered with B A 490 B
• Wednesdays, 3:30–5:20 pm
• Paccar 394
• Open to all UW undergraduates
• Especially relevant for students interested in the Leadership minor – counts toward Groups and Organizations Elective

LEAD 498 is a chance to see academic governance and leadership in action – right here at UW.

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

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Honors Scholarships

• UW Honors Program Scholarships due 4/7/26! – For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

Honors Events & Opportunities

• Honors León Deadline EXTENDED to March 15th – Summer B Term 2026
• Resurrecting the Black Body: Race and the Digital Afterlife Event (Mar. 12) – co-organized by Professor LaShawnDa Pittman and cosponsored by Honors
  • Please fill out this form if you are interested.
• Help us welcome new Honors Huskies! Submit a Community Profile
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program

Events

• The World (Cup) Comes to Seattle
• Study Hall with Bartering Club – Mar. 13

Interesting Courses

• HONORS 396 A: Pain (Spring 2026)
• CHID 496 A: Mother Tongues & The Affective Economies of Language (Spring 2026)
• AIS 336 American Indians and the Law (Spring 2026)
• Storytelling for Migrant Justice 2026-2027
• GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)
• PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)
• EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)
• TXTDS200 – Books Unbound (Spring 2026)
• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Join the UW Undergraduate Law Review
• Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP)
• Summer Fellowship Opportunities
• SPH 480 Research Study
• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Join Bartering Club

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Congressional Internship
• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Other Opportunities

• Fill out the Grading and Registration Policy Survey!
• Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!
• Dempsey Startup Competition
• FreeFoodAlert Partnership
• Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!
• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events
• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation scholarships available
• UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships now open, due April 16
• Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships
• Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students
• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

UW Honors Program Scholarships

The application portal for UW Honors Program scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open.

Each year the Honors Program provides scholarship opportunities for UW Seattle students currently enrolled in Interdisciplinary, Departmental, and College Honors who will be enrolled in the next academic year. For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

How to Apply

Submit one Honors Scholarship Application for each award you are applying for. Your selection of the scholarship name in the dropdown menu will show you the scholarship-specific essay prompt. Make sure you are responding to the appropriate scholarship prompt in your application. You may apply for multiple scholarships, but must submit a new application for each scholarship.

All applications are due Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm.

honors.uw.edu/scholarships/current-scholarships

Join the UW Undergraduate Law Review

Write for the UW Undergraduate Law Review, the University of Washington’s premier forum for publishing rigorous undergraduate legal scholarship!

We are currently accepting submissions for our first publication cycle and writer program, and strongly encourage Honors students interested in law and interdisciplinary studies to apply! The details are listed below:

Op-Ed Writers Program – A select group of students admitted to our writing team who publish short-form pieces analyzing current events through a legal lens. Active writers contribute at least two articles per quarter.

Due March 22, 11:59 PM PST

For those interested in participating in future cycles, please join our mailing list to get notified regarding future opportunities and follow us @uwuglawreview on Instagram!

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.

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 LawInitiative 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.

CHID 496 A: Mother Tongues & The Affective Economies of Language (Spring 2026)

Mondays, 10:30am – 12:20pm in Padelford C101

Are you learning or do you speak a heritage language? Join CHID 496 A this Spring to be in community with other current and aspiring heritage language learners!

In this 2-credit, low-stakes, discussion-based class, we will:

• focus on our experiences with heritage languages, which connect us to our cultural roots;
• explore our relationships to language;
• and think about important frameworks within language learning.

Students with any language learning experience (even none!) are welcome! Contact anikadm@uw.edu for more details or with any questions!

Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation scholarships available

The Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation has announced its 2026-2027 General Scholarship cycle! Please share widely with students in all years and all fields.

Mortar Board Alumni/Tolo Foundation annually recognizes University of Washington sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students based on distinguished achievement in scholarship, leadership and service to the campus and community. The Foundation awards over $50,000 in total scholarships each year. Students from all fields of study are invited to apply. Membership in Mortar Board is not required.

• Get more information and the application form.
• Deadline to apply: April 5!

AIS 336 American Indians and the Law (Spring 2026)

This class may be of interest to a broad range of students – AIS 335 American Indians and the Law. The class is being taught by a special guest lecturer, Meredith Drent, a lawyer and former Supreme Court Judge for the Osage Nation. Students will have the unique opportunity to hear about her work in tribal law and governance.

Taught by special guest lecturer Meredith Drent, former Supreme Court Justice for the Osage Nation. Overview of laws governing American Indians: aboriginal law systems, U. S. laws, and contemporary tribal laws. Effects of laws and legal institutions on contemporary Indian identity and tribal status, self-government, land ownership and use, natural resources, religion, family life, cultural and spiritual practices, crimes and punishment, and federal responsibilities for Indians.

Storytelling for Migrant Justice 2026-2027

Angelina’s Storytelling for Migrant Justice application is now live for the 2026-2027 academic year. 

This is a three-quarter series for hands-on interdisciplinary learning. Students must commit to all 3 quarters in order to be eligible. This may also be eligible for an Honors experiential learning opportunity.

Course description: 

In this class, students will be paired with people who, from within ICE’s Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma, want to share their story with the outside world. Working together, students and detained migrants co-create stories that honor that intention. In doing so, students both offer accompaniment and solidarity to people during difficult periods in their lives, and provide a vehicle, for those who are interested, to share their stories on their own terms. We also collaborate with local grassroots organizations, including La Resistencia, Detained Migrants Alliance, and others. 

There is also a “meta-purpose” of this class, as a kind of experiment to explore ways of doing human rights, and of learning at UW, in ways that don’t reproduce the selfsame logics that cause harm to our communities even when they are undertaken with good intentions. Bettina Love, an advocate of abolitionist pedagogy, argues that US educational institutions leave most students merely enduring their schooling in order to get by under the mandated competition and conformity of capitalism. Instead of schools being places that spark new ways of thinking, too often they become sites of submission. This, Love insists, is particularly harmful for poor kids, brown kids, queer kids; but it’s ultimately bad for all of us as it limits our ability to transform our world, keeping us clinging to the narrow pathways capitalism tells us are the only ways we can think/know/advance ourselves. 

Together, we can do better! 

For the 2026-2027 academic year, JSIS will be running the series. All three courses WILL count towards LSJ major upper-division elective credit. 

Questions? Ask Professor Godoy: agodoy@uw.edu

HONORS 396 A: Pain (Spring 2026)

We want to highlight an exciting Honors course offering for Spring 2026! HONORS 396 A: Pain is a 3-credit seminar that offers students an opportunity to work closely with two attending physicians in UW Medical Center’s Center for Pain Relief: Mark Sullivan, who is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Adjunct Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, and Adjunct Professor of Bioethics and Humanities, and Irakli Soulakvelidze, who is a former director of the UW Pain Fellowship and a Clinical Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Honors León Deadline EXTENDED to March 15th – Summer B Term 2026

CHID | UWT-CAC León | Honors, Spain: Migration, Culture, and Belonging in the Mediterranean (Summer B term) – APPLICATION EXTENDED – MARCH 15th, 2026

Program Directors: Maya Smith (mayaas@uw.edu), French and Italian Studies & Ariana Ochoa Camacho (arianao@uw.edu ) SIAS UW Tacoma – Culture, Arts and Communication

Find the application and detailed information here>>

12 Honors Credits: 

• CHID 479 (A&H)  / TIAS 490 / HONORS 213 (A&H, DIV) – 5 credits
• TIAS 485 / CHID 471 (SSc) / HONORS 233 (SSc, W, DIV) – 5 credits
• SPAN 199 / TSPAN 199: Spanish language instruction – 2 credits

Program Description
This 2026 summer B term program based in León, Spain explores migration, identity, and belonging in the Mediterranean. Students will engage with literature, music, film, and other cultural production to examine how migrants reshape national identities and how cultural expression responds to displacement and integration. Coursework is anchored by a rich selection of texts from Spain, France, and Italy and will be complemented by site visits, guest speakers, and facilitated community interaction.

León’s historical identity as a crossroads—between Christian and Muslim Spain, between rural and urban migration—makes it a powerful site to examine contemporary debates about integration and pluralism in Europe. Students will explore migration not only in theory, but through community engagement with local organizations such as Cáritas, Red Cross (Cruz Roja), and Pambley Foundation, which support immigrant communities. Students will stay with carefully selected host families, offering daily opportunities to practice language skills, experience Spanish life from within, and reflect meaningfully on cultural differences.

In addition to studying migration from academic and artistic perspectives, students will reflect on their own roles as visitors and tourists abroad. Using Anu Taranath’s Beyond Guilt Trips as a framework, the program encourages critical thinking about privilege, positionality, and cultural engagement in global travel. This metacognitive component deepens students’ awareness of their impact and responsibilities as global learners.

Whether you’re studying literature, languages, linguistics, international studies, sociology, arts, or communication, you will leave the program with a richer understanding of the complexities of migration–and of your own place within a changing world.

Resurrecting the Black Body: Race and the Digital Afterlife Event (Mar. 12)

On March 12th at 6pm, Dr. Tonia Sutherland (UCLA) will give a talk, “Resurrecting the Black Body: Race and the Digital Afterlife,” at the Henry Art Gallery. Honors is co-sponsoring this talk, which was organized in collaboration with Professor LaShawnDa Pittman, who currently holds the Joff Hanauer Honors Professorship, and the Black Digital Studies in the Age of Techno-Fascism working group.

UW Honors Director Stephanie Smallwood is excited to attend the talk with a group of Honors students. Please fill out this form if you would like to attend the lecture with Professor Smallwood and other Honors students.

More about the talk…

In this talk, author and scholar Dr. Tonia Sutherland discusses themes of her 2023 book Resurrecting the Black Body, which examines the consequences of digitally raising the dead. Attending to the violent deaths of Black Americans—and the records that document them —from slavery through the present, Sutherland explores media evidence, digital acts of remembering, and the rights and desires of humans to be forgotten. From the popular image of Gordon (also known as “Whipped Peter”), photographs of the lynching of Jesse Washington, and the video of George Floyd’s murder to DNA, holograms, and posthumous communication, Sutherland draws on critical archival, digital, and cultural studies to make legible Black bodies and lives forever captured in cycles of memorialization and commodification. If the Black digital afterlife is rooted in historical bigotry and inspires new forms of racialized aggression, Resurrecting the Black Body asks what other visions of life and remembrance are possible, illuminating the unique ways that Black cultures have fought against the silence and erasure of oblivion.

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!

Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP)

The Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP) provides funded opportunities for undergraduate students from two- and four-year colleges and universities to conduct research with faculty members at the University of Washington.  

Possible research areas 

• Developing new therapeutics 
• Improving medication safety 
• Advancing treatments for dementia and HIV 
• Exploring therapies for cancer and brain injuries 
• Studying medication access, affordability, and equity 

Program details 

• Dates: June 21–August 27, 2026 
• Location: Seattle, WA 
• Stipend: $7,500 
• Priority Deadline: Mon, April 6, 2026 
• More Information and Application: https://sop.washington.edu/summerscholars 
• Questions: nmpscholars@uw.edu 

Learn about our School’s diverse research areas here:  

• Department of Medicinal Chemistry  
• Department of Pharmaceutics  
• Department of Pharmacy, which includes the Comparative Health Outcomes, Policy, and Economics (CHOICE) Institute  

Ideal applicants would be rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors with chemistry experience who are eager to experience and would benefit from laboratory research. We are especially interested in applications from those underrepresented in the pharmaceutical sciences.   

UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships now open, due April 16

UW alumni provide scholarships to current UW students through many different scholarship programs throughout the year. Several of these alumni scholarship programs for undergraduate students are open for application now through the UW Alumni Reunion & Class Gifts Scholarships application process.

* Note: the Alan R. Spence Transfer Student Support Fund is open this year for transfer students! After the 2026 cycle, the Spence Scholarship will be offered in 2028.

Scholarships in this group range from $1,000-$2,000, and UW undergraduate students can submit a single application to be considered for any of the seven scholarship programs included. Undergraduate students in all fields, all years, all campuses are encouraged to explore this opportunity! US citizenship is not required to apply.

Deadline to apply is April 16, 2026.

Get more details about eligibility, the application process and the scholarships included.

Apply online here.

Read about previous awardees.

For questions, please contact: UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards at scholarq@uw.edu.

Fill out the Grading and Registration Policy Survey!

The Office of the University Registrar, UW Tacoma Registrar, UW Bothell Registrar, and Faculty Senate invite you to participate in the Grading and Registration Policy Survey.  

The survey runs from February 25 – March 12, 2026. Results will be shared at the university-wide Grading and Registration Policy Townhall on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, scheduled for 9:00–10:00 a.m. via Zoom: https://washington.zoom.us/j/614071230

Survey Overview 

This survey was created because we are interested in assessing the impact on students of a set of Scholastic Regulations and procedural changes made in 2020 related to dropping courses and changing to and from the S/NS grading option (see links below for current policy/procedure).  

Dempsey Startup Competition

The application is now open for the 29th Dempsey Startup Competition! The University of Washington’s annual business plan competition will award nearly $90,000 in prize money to entrepreneurial student teams hailing from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia.

Applications are due on Monday, April 6 at 11:59pm PT. 

Click here to learn more about the Dempsey Startup Competition.

Why should students enter the Dempsey Startup Competition? 

1. Learning by doing – Students will gain practice in the dynamics of venture creation by developing an idea, putting together a founding team, writing a business plan, and presenting to investors.
2. Validation – Students who enter will have their plan reviewed by 8-10 judges in the first round of the competition. Judges are expected to provide written feedback that will be returned to the teams!
3. Build a Network – Each year, over 300 entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, attorneys, and industry professionals participate as judges in the competition. This is a great opportunity for students to build their network and connect with these individuals!

We are hosting information sessions and office hours leading up to the deadline. We encourage students to join these sessions in preparation for submission.

If students advance to the Investment Round (top 36 teams), they can opt to receive practicum credits (2 credits) for their participation.

GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)

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.

PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)

Course Description:

This 1-credit course prepares undergraduate and master’s students with the essential skills and mindset to pursue a career in public service. The course will explore careers in all sectors, with an emphasis on careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Through a combination of reflective exercises, practical applications, and collaborative learning, participants will develop clarity about their professional identity and tangible steps they can take to prepare for their career journey. Key components of the course include: 

• Career Development: Define career goals, explore multiple pathways to achieve them, and  build a toolkit to make decisions that align opportunities with goals. 
• Professional Communication: Practice coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue across varied environments, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural responsiveness. 
• Workplace Readiness: Understand and demonstrate professional behaviors expected in public service settings. 
• Personal Branding: Articulate your purpose, values, and brand personality to position yourself for meaningful impact. 

Specifically, students will learn how to: 

• Articulate their purpose, work, and brand personality. 
• Define career goals and identify next steps and pathways to achieve them. 
• Identify, prepare, and apply for opportunities that align with their career goals.  
• Assess work challenges, and how they might choose to navigate them. 
• Communicate effectively in a variety of environments, with an emphasis on coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue. 

SPH 480 Research Study

Hello! We are students in SPH 480 doing a class project looking at the relationship between hours of sleep and perceived stress levels. For our class project, we are aiming to gather information from many UW students. This survey is completely anonymous and will not gather any personal information. You are eligible to complete the survey if you are a full-time, undergraduate UW Seattle student and have access to a device to complete the survey (phone, tablet, computer), and do not have a diagnosed sleep disorder. If you have any questions, please contact this email: orona29@uw.edu. Please fill out our survey if you are eligible and interested!

FreeFoodAlert Partnership

FreeFoodAlert is a messaging service that alerts students when a catered event on campus ends and there is leftover food available to glean. The goal of implementing a FreeFoodAlert chapter at UW is to reduce food waste on our campus while increasing access to free meals for students. This program is being implemented in close coordination with UW Environmental Health & Safety, UW Sustainability, and UW Dining.

We are currently building out our outreach efforts and would welcome the opportunity to connect with students who may be interested in helping spread the word, supporting tabling efforts, or attending launch events once the program is live. An interest form is attached here.

Summer Fellowship Opportunities

The Applied Research Fellowship Program is open for undergraduate and graduate students.  The Fellowship Program supports multidisciplinary teams of students to work on real-world population health challenges. The project is in collaboration with City of Seattle. The team will consist of three graduate students and two undergraduates, with supervision by a faculty expert. The project team receives training in research skills and data collection, analysis and presentation to deliver a work product that meets the external client’s needs.  The team will work closely with stakeholders at the City of Seattle to research strengths and future recommendations to support children-friendly cities. The team will combine descriptive and spatial data analysis to explore the volume and location of important daily amenities necessary for those with children – childcare facilities, transportation access, schools, laundromats and so forth – with qualitative data collection via interviews with Seattle’s constituents to better understand the needs of children and their caregivers. This research will result in recommendations of areas of improvement in Seattle’s goal of being a child-friendly city and ways child-friendliness can be monitored as time goes on. 

The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program is open for graduate students to start submitting applications! The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship allows students to explore how best to deploy social enterprise models for innovations that are developed by University of Washington researchers. This is a 10-week program over the summer. Four fellows will be selected from across a variety of disciplines and investigate a range of projects. The projects are focused on finding ways to deploy social impact innovations. We are hosting an info session on Thursday, March 12th from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for students to learn more about the opportunity. RSVP to the info session here. 

EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)

Earn academic credit while tutoring K-12 students!

Read below to learn about upcoming courses taught by the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center: 

• Experiential Learning / Community-engagement (E) credits  
• Graded CR/NC 
• Open to all majors and any class standing (undergraduate and graduate!) 

EDUC 260: Equity Issues in K-12 Education (1 credit seminar)

EDUC 260 is 1 credit seminar that centers topics of justice in public K-12 education. The course’s purpose is to strengthen student consciousness of self, systems, and community to be applied to practice. * This is a pre/co-requisite course for EDUC 401.

EDUC 401 A/B: Practicum in Community Service Activity (1-6 credits) 

EDUC 401 A or B is a variable credit community-engaged course. On day one of our class, students select a community-engaged placement where they will volunteer on a weekly basis. Our class meetings (every other Wednesday) will focus on reflection and preparation surrounding community-engaged work. Already mentoring or tutoring somewhere? Email to inquire about a self-placement!  

*Pre/co-requisite for this course is EDUC 260. We can consider waiving this requirement on a case-by-case basis. Waiver request form available here.

More detailed information is available on our program webpage, as well as regular updates on instagram. If you have any questions about registration or curriculum, please email celecenter@uw.edu.

TXTDS200: Books Unbound

Attached is a flyer with more general information about all of the upcoming Textual Studies courses for SPR26 that count toward the undergraduate Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities.

The Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities

This interdisciplinary minor focuses on the study of the history, present, and future of texts from scrolls, manuscripts, and printed books to archival documents, digital texts, and textual data. Through hands-on learning, you’ll explore diverse forms of media, asking questions about the history of communication and cultural expression.

Interested students can reach out with questions about the program, our courses, or our minor by emailing text@uw.edu.

Summer 2026 Congressional Internship

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA01) seeks interns for her Washington, D.C. and District (Bellevue, WA) offices. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. 

Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents and handling constituent phone calls, assisting staff with administrative tasks, conducting research, and assisting with constituent correspondence. District Interns in Bellevue, WA will have the opportunity to attend community events and tours with the Congresswoman and staff. Washington, D.C. interns will have the opportunity to lead tours of the U.S. Capitol as well as attend hearings and briefings for the legislative staff. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample (1 to 2 pages) through this form. The deadline for Summer 2026 internship applications is March 13^th at 11:59 PM.  

Please email internship.delbene@mail.house.gov with any questions or concerns.

Students can visit https://delbene.house.gov/constituent-services/internships.htm for more information, and the application has been posted to Handshake. 

Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!

The Residential Community Spotlight Association is launching a new Artist Spotlight Program, in Local Point Dining Hall and they’re currently looking for our next featured artist!

If you are interested, learn more here or reach out to rcsapres@uw.edu.

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington and the University of Puget Sound. The due date for all applications has been extended to March 15, 2026. Get details and apply at https://www.psa-pbk.org/scholarships.

Questions? Email scholarships@psa-pbk.org.

UW Seattle undergraduate applicants working on this or any other scholarship application can get support from the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards.

• Find scholarship advisors for all campuses and degree levels.

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

Access to BASW Application 

Upcoming Events

• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

What does leadership look like at the top of a major public university, and how do personal values shape the decisions that impact thousands of students?

This spring, LEAD 498: Academic Leadership in Action invites you into the conversation.

LEAD 498 gives you a behind-the-scenes look at leadership at the University of Washington. You’ll meet directly with UW leaders—Deans, Chancellors, and other senior administrators—who will share how their values guide decision-making and what leadership really looks like in practice.

Guest speakers will share how their personal values inform their leadership approaches, the skills they rely on most, and how those skills are developed over time.

Quick course snapshot:

• LEAD 498 | 2 credits CR/NC
• Jointly offered with B A 490 B
• Wednesdays, 3:30–5:20 pm
• Paccar 394
• Open to all UW undergraduates
• Especially relevant for students interested in the Leadership minor – counts toward Groups and Organizations Elective

LEAD 498 is a chance to see academic governance and leadership in action – right here at UW.

Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!

Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Submit your work to Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University! They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music—if an Honors student creates it, they’ll consider it! 

The Palouse Review would love to receive submissions from Honors students at the University of Washington. The deadline for submissions is March 22nd, 2026. 

Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17

The Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is now open!

Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives, and inspires them to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

The program has enabled students to travel to every corner of the globe during their Summer Voyages– from Bolivia to work on gender-based violence prevention trainings, to Alaska to learn about indigenous approaches to climate resilience, to Morocco to support migrant education initiatives, and many places in between. The Voyager Scholarship has exposed students to meaningful learning opportunities and ways to engage with the world that would not otherwise be possible. The scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students’ junior and senior years, a $10,000 stipend, and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to pursue a summer work-travel experience between junior and senior year. 

Link to register for an upcoming Voyager information session.

The application closes on March 17, 2026. Open to 2nd-year students or those transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their 2026-2027 junior academic year. 

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

Visible Mending and Embroidery Workshop (March 6) and Study Hall (March 13) with Bartering Club

Bartering Club is hosting some fun community events on Fridays to round out the quarter! Snacks will be provided and all are welcome.

Friday, March 13th, 3-5pm: Study Hall! Come hang out as we crunch for finals.

All events will be held in Mary Gates Hall, room 206. Events are in addition to our usual meetings on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM in Mary Gates 206.

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*There won’t be peer adviser drop-in advising on Wednesday, March 11th.

Honors Scholarships

• UW Honors Program Scholarships due 4/7/26! – For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

Honors Events & Opportunities

• Honors León Deadline EXTENDED to March 15th – Summer B Term 2026
• Partition and Solidarity: Anticolonial Struggles in the Colonial Present Conference (Mar. 6) – cosponsored by Honors (the event is free and food will be provided!)
• Resurrecting the Black Body: Race and the Digital Afterlife Event (Mar. 12) – co-organized by Professor LaShawnDa Pittman and cosponsored by Honors
  • Please fill out this form if you are interested.
• Help us welcome new Honors Huskies! Submit a Community Profile
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program

Events

• Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education – ICE Community Defense Training Event (Mar. 9)
• Visible Mending and Embroidery Workshop (March 6) and Study Hall (March 13) with Bartering Club
• Week of WE Lead – Exciting events leading up to International Women’s Day!

Interesting Courses

• HONORS 396 A: Pain (Spring 2026)
• GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)
• PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)
• EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)
• TXTDS200 – Books Unbound (Spring 2026)
• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP)
• Summer Fellowship Opportunities
• SPH 480 Research Study
• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Join Bartering Club

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Congressional Internship
• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Other Opportunities

• Fill out the Grading and Registration Policy Survey!
• Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!
• Dempsey Startup Competition
• FreeFoodAlert Partnership
• Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!
• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events
• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships now open, due April 16
• Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships
• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
• Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students
• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

UW Honors Program Scholarships

The application portal for UW Honors Program scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open.

Each year the Honors Program provides scholarship opportunities for UW Seattle students currently enrolled in Interdisciplinary, Departmental, and College Honors who will be enrolled in the next academic year. For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

How to Apply

Submit one Honors Scholarship Application for each award you are applying for. Your selection of the scholarship name in the dropdown menu will show you the scholarship-specific essay prompt. Make sure you are responding to the appropriate scholarship prompt in your application. You may apply for multiple scholarships, but must submit a new application for each scholarship.

All applications are due Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm.

honors.uw.edu/scholarships/current-scholarships

HONORS 396 A: Pain (Spring 2026)

We want to highlight an exciting Honors course offering for Spring 2026! HONORS 396 A: Pain is a 3-credit seminar that offers students an opportunity to work closely with two attending physicians in UW Medical Center’s Center for Pain Relief: Mark Sullivan, who is a Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Adjunct Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, and Adjunct Professor of Bioethics and Humanities, and Irakli Soulakvelidze, who is a former director of the UW Pain Fellowship and a Clinical Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.

Honors León Deadline EXTENDED to March 15th – Summer B Term 2026

CHID | UWT-CAC León | Honors, Spain: Migration, Culture, and Belonging in the Mediterranean (Summer B term) – APPLICATION EXTENDED – MARCH 15th, 2026

Program Directors: Maya Smith (mayaas@uw.edu), French and Italian Studies & Ariana Ochoa Camacho (arianao@uw.edu ) SIAS UW Tacoma – Culture, Arts and Communication

Find the application and detailed information here>>

12 Honors Credits: 

• CHID 479 (A&H)  / TIAS 490 / HONORS 213 (A&H, DIV) – 5 credits
• TIAS 485 / CHID 471 (SSc) / HONORS 233 (SSc, W, DIV) – 5 credits
• SPAN 199 / TSPAN 199: Spanish language instruction – 2 credits

Program Description
This 2026 summer B term program based in León, Spain explores migration, identity, and belonging in the Mediterranean. Students will engage with literature, music, film, and other cultural production to examine how migrants reshape national identities and how cultural expression responds to displacement and integration. Coursework is anchored by a rich selection of texts from Spain, France, and Italy and will be complemented by site visits, guest speakers, and facilitated community interaction.

León’s historical identity as a crossroads—between Christian and Muslim Spain, between rural and urban migration—makes it a powerful site to examine contemporary debates about integration and pluralism in Europe. Students will explore migration not only in theory, but through community engagement with local organizations such as Cáritas, Red Cross (Cruz Roja), and Pambley Foundation, which support immigrant communities. Students will stay with carefully selected host families, offering daily opportunities to practice language skills, experience Spanish life from within, and reflect meaningfully on cultural differences.

In addition to studying migration from academic and artistic perspectives, students will reflect on their own roles as visitors and tourists abroad. Using Anu Taranath’s Beyond Guilt Trips as a framework, the program encourages critical thinking about privilege, positionality, and cultural engagement in global travel. This metacognitive component deepens students’ awareness of their impact and responsibilities as global learners.

Whether you’re studying literature, languages, linguistics, international studies, sociology, arts, or communication, you will leave the program with a richer understanding of the complexities of migration–and of your own place within a changing world.

Resurrecting the Black Body: Race and the Digital Afterlife Event (Mar. 12)

On March 12th at 6pm, Dr. Tonia Sutherland (UCLA) will give a talk, “Resurrecting the Black Body: Race and the Digital Afterlife,” at the Henry Art Gallery. Honors is co-sponsoring this talk, which was organized in collaboration with Professor LaShawnDa Pittman, who currently holds the Joff Hanauer Honors Professorship, and the Black Digital Studies in the Age of Techno-Fascism working group.

UW Honors Director Stephanie Smallwood is excited to attend the talk with a group of Honors students. Please fill out this form if you would like to attend the lecture with Professor Smallwood and other Honors students.

More about the talk…

In this talk, author and scholar Dr. Tonia Sutherland discusses themes of her 2023 book Resurrecting the Black Body, which examines the consequences of digitally raising the dead. Attending to the violent deaths of Black Americans—and the records that document them —from slavery through the present, Sutherland explores media evidence, digital acts of remembering, and the rights and desires of humans to be forgotten. From the popular image of Gordon (also known as “Whipped Peter”), photographs of the lynching of Jesse Washington, and the video of George Floyd’s murder to DNA, holograms, and posthumous communication, Sutherland draws on critical archival, digital, and cultural studies to make legible Black bodies and lives forever captured in cycles of memorialization and commodification. If the Black digital afterlife is rooted in historical bigotry and inspires new forms of racialized aggression, Resurrecting the Black Body asks what other visions of life and remembrance are possible, illuminating the unique ways that Black cultures have fought against the silence and erasure of oblivion.

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!

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education – ICE Community Defense Training Event (Mar. 9)

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE), an on-campus RSO dedicated to prison abolition and expanding education access inside prisons, is having our final event in Prisoner Solidarity Month on Monday, March 9th from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.

This last event will feature an ICE Community Defense Training, stories from migrants held inside prison, and panelists with lived-experience inside the Northwest Detention Center. 

Join Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE), The Purple Group, and Super Familia for an teach-in and panel event on ICE Community Defense! Unlike “Know you Right” and “Rapid Response” workshops, this teach-in will explore how communities can come together to fight back against ICE before kidnappings happen. Hosting panelists and highlighting narratives from migrants with lived experiences in prisons and detention camps, we will explore how carceral systems are weaponized against migrant communities. 

Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP)

The Nelson-Mendenhall Summer Scholars Program (NMP) provides funded opportunities for undergraduate students from two- and four-year colleges and universities to conduct research with faculty members at the University of Washington.  

Possible research areas 

• Developing new therapeutics 
• Improving medication safety 
• Advancing treatments for dementia and HIV 
• Exploring therapies for cancer and brain injuries 
• Studying medication access, affordability, and equity 

Program details 

• Dates: June 21–August 27, 2026 
• Location: Seattle, WA 
• Stipend: $7,500 
• Priority Deadline: Mon, April 6, 2026 
• More Information and Application: https://sop.washington.edu/summerscholars 
• Questions: nmpscholars@uw.edu 

Learn about our School’s diverse research areas here:  

• Department of Medicinal Chemistry  
• Department of Pharmaceutics  
• Department of Pharmacy, which includes the Comparative Health Outcomes, Policy, and Economics (CHOICE) Institute  

Ideal applicants would be rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors with chemistry experience who are eager to experience and would benefit from laboratory research. We are especially interested in applications from those underrepresented in the pharmaceutical sciences.   

UW Alumni Reunion, Class Gifts & Spence Scholarships now open, due April 16

UW alumni provide scholarships to current UW students through many different scholarship programs throughout the year. Several of these alumni scholarship programs for undergraduate students are open for application now through the UW Alumni Reunion & Class Gifts Scholarships application process.

* Note: the Alan R. Spence Transfer Student Support Fund is open this year for transfer students! After the 2026 cycle, the Spence Scholarship will be offered in 2028.

Scholarships in this group range from $1,000-$2,000, and UW undergraduate students can submit a single application to be considered for any of the seven scholarship programs included. Undergraduate students in all fields, all years, all campuses are encouraged to explore this opportunity! US citizenship is not required to apply.

Deadline to apply is April 16, 2026.

Get more details about eligibility, the application process and the scholarships included.

Apply online here.

Read about previous awardees.

For questions, please contact: UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards at scholarq@uw.edu.

Fill out the Grading and Registration Policy Survey!

The Office of the University Registrar, UW Tacoma Registrar, UW Bothell Registrar, and Faculty Senate invite you to participate in the Grading and Registration Policy Survey.  

The survey runs from February 25 – March 12, 2026. Results will be shared at the university-wide Grading and Registration Policy Townhall on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, scheduled for 9:00–10:00 a.m. via Zoom: https://washington.zoom.us/j/614071230

Survey Overview 

This survey was created because we are interested in assessing the impact on students of a set of Scholastic Regulations and procedural changes made in 2020 related to dropping courses and changing to and from the S/NS grading option (see links below for current policy/procedure).  

Dempsey Startup Competition

The application is now open for the 29th Dempsey Startup Competition! The University of Washington’s annual business plan competition will award nearly $90,000 in prize money to entrepreneurial student teams hailing from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia.

Applications are due on Monday, April 6 at 11:59pm PT. 

Click here to learn more about the Dempsey Startup Competition.

Why should students enter the Dempsey Startup Competition? 

1. Learning by doing – Students will gain practice in the dynamics of venture creation by developing an idea, putting together a founding team, writing a business plan, and presenting to investors.
2. Validation – Students who enter will have their plan reviewed by 8-10 judges in the first round of the competition. Judges are expected to provide written feedback that will be returned to the teams!
3. Build a Network – Each year, over 300 entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, attorneys, and industry professionals participate as judges in the competition. This is a great opportunity for students to build their network and connect with these individuals!

We are hosting information sessions and office hours leading up to the deadline. We encourage students to join these sessions in preparation for submission.

If students advance to the Investment Round (top 36 teams), they can opt to receive practicum credits (2 credits) for their participation.

Partition and Solidarity: Anticolonial Struggles in the Colonial Present Conference (Mar. 6)

Over the past five centuries, empires have used partition and division to justify and advance colonialism. We can see that ongoing history of colonial rule and racial violence exploding around the world today—from Palestine to Minnesota and beyond.

Join us at this one-day symposium, co-sponsored by the Honors Program, where scholars and activists will gather to engage in conversations about anticolonial struggles of the past and the present. How might we forge diasporic imaginaries and solidarity movements to contest the colonial world order toward collective liberation?

The symposium will include a keynote address at noon by Adam Hanieh of SOAS, University of London (UK), who has been selected to deliver a Walker-Ames public lecture. He is the MBI Jaber Chair in Development Studies and the Director of the Middle East Institute at SOAS, University of London. His research focuses on oil and capitalism, energy transitions, and the political economy of the Middle East. 

Register here.

Week of WE Lead – Exciting events leading up to International Women’s Day!

The Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership program (WE Lead) has an exciting lineup of events for students in the days leading up to International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8 – we’re calling it “Week of WE Lead.”

Week of WE Lead Events: 

• Thursday, March 5 – Community First: How Small Retail Builds Big Community (12-1:30pm)
  What does it really take to build a small retail business that people don’t just shop at – but show up for? Join us for a candid conversation with three local founders who are building community-first businesses in very different ways: a fitness studio, a coffee bar, and a food establishment. Each has created a space that goes beyond transactions to foster belonging, loyalty, and connection.
  • Panelists include: Jen Bunder (Be Here Now Spin + Strength Studios), Michelle Dean (Bonhomie Coffee Co.), and Dr. Aakanksha Sinha (Spice Waala Indian Street Food)

Together, we’ll explore how community can be a core business strategy – from designing welcoming spaces and cultivating regulars, to balancing values with sustainability, growth, and real-world constraints. Speakers will share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how they’ve stayed rooted in community while running viable, resilient businesses.

• Lunch will be provided by Spice Waala!
• Friday, March 6 – Book Talk – Uncompete: Your Career Success is Not a Zero-Sum Game (5:30-7:30pm)
  WE Lead has partnered with the CommLead program for our first-ever Book Talk – an interactive showcase of authors and their books, exploring ideas and themes shaping our professional lives, industries, and communities in the current moment.

For our inaugural Book Talk, we’re featuring Uncompete: Your Career Success Is Not a Zero-Sum Game, the national bestselling book by Ruchika T. Malhotra. In this timely and thought-provoking conversation, Ruchika challenges the long-held belief that success depends on competition and scarcity-driven thinking.

Drawing from her career as an international journalist, communications and culture leader, and extensive research, Ruchika offers a bold new framework for career and life success—one rooted in collaboration, solidarity, and abundance. Register now on Eventbrite to attend.

• Saturday, March 7 – WE Lead x Lovable Solve-a-thon: SheBuilds Solutions (10am-2pm)

In honor of International Women’s Day, join WE Lead for a half-day Solve-a-thon as part of Lovable’s SheBuilds program, where students come together to design creative, actionable solutions to real challenges women face around the world.

From access to education and healthcare, to economic opportunity, safety, representation, and beyond – participants will work in small teams on thoughtfully curated problem statements developed in advance. No need to show up with an idea. Just bring your curiosity, creativity, and willingness to build.

Each participant will receive 100 Lovable Credits to prototype, test, and iterate on solutions using Lovable’s tools, with guidance from a trained WE Lead student facilitator throughout the experience. This is a hands-on, collaborative sprint designed to move quickly from problem → possibility → prototype.

GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)

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.

PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)

Course Description:

This 1-credit course prepares undergraduate and master’s students with the essential skills and mindset to pursue a career in public service. The course will explore careers in all sectors, with an emphasis on careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Through a combination of reflective exercises, practical applications, and collaborative learning, participants will develop clarity about their professional identity and tangible steps they can take to prepare for their career journey. Key components of the course include: 

• Career Development: Define career goals, explore multiple pathways to achieve them, and  build a toolkit to make decisions that align opportunities with goals. 
• Professional Communication: Practice coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue across varied environments, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural responsiveness. 
• Workplace Readiness: Understand and demonstrate professional behaviors expected in public service settings. 
• Personal Branding: Articulate your purpose, values, and brand personality to position yourself for meaningful impact. 

Specifically, students will learn how to: 

• Articulate their purpose, work, and brand personality. 
• Define career goals and identify next steps and pathways to achieve them. 
• Identify, prepare, and apply for opportunities that align with their career goals.  
• Assess work challenges, and how they might choose to navigate them. 
• Communicate effectively in a variety of environments, with an emphasis on coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue. 

SPH 480 Research Study

Hello! We are students in SPH 480 doing a class project looking at the relationship between hours of sleep and perceived stress levels. For our class project, we are aiming to gather information from many UW students. This survey is completely anonymous and will not gather any personal information. You are eligible to complete the survey if you are a full-time, undergraduate UW Seattle student and have access to a device to complete the survey (phone, tablet, computer), and do not have a diagnosed sleep disorder. If you have any questions, please contact this email: orona29@uw.edu. Please fill out our survey if you are eligible and interested!

FreeFoodAlert Partnership

FreeFoodAlert is a messaging service that alerts students when a catered event on campus ends and there is leftover food available to glean. The goal of implementing a FreeFoodAlert chapter at UW is to reduce food waste on our campus while increasing access to free meals for students. This program is being implemented in close coordination with UW Environmental Health & Safety, UW Sustainability, and UW Dining.

We are currently building out our outreach efforts and would welcome the opportunity to connect with students who may be interested in helping spread the word, supporting tabling efforts, or attending launch events once the program is live. An interest form is attached here.

Summer Fellowship Opportunities

The Applied Research Fellowship Program is open for undergraduate and graduate students.  The Fellowship Program supports multidisciplinary teams of students to work on real-world population health challenges. The project is in collaboration with City of Seattle. The team will consist of three graduate students and two undergraduates, with supervision by a faculty expert. The project team receives training in research skills and data collection, analysis and presentation to deliver a work product that meets the external client’s needs.  The team will work closely with stakeholders at the City of Seattle to research strengths and future recommendations to support children-friendly cities. The team will combine descriptive and spatial data analysis to explore the volume and location of important daily amenities necessary for those with children – childcare facilities, transportation access, schools, laundromats and so forth – with qualitative data collection via interviews with Seattle’s constituents to better understand the needs of children and their caregivers. This research will result in recommendations of areas of improvement in Seattle’s goal of being a child-friendly city and ways child-friendliness can be monitored as time goes on. 

The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program is open for graduate students to start submitting applications! The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship allows students to explore how best to deploy social enterprise models for innovations that are developed by University of Washington researchers. This is a 10-week program over the summer. Four fellows will be selected from across a variety of disciplines and investigate a range of projects. The projects are focused on finding ways to deploy social impact innovations. We are hosting an info session on Thursday, March 12th from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for students to learn more about the opportunity. RSVP to the info session here. 

EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)

Earn academic credit while tutoring K-12 students!

Read below to learn about upcoming courses taught by the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center: 

• Experiential Learning / Community-engagement (E) credits  
• Graded CR/NC 
• Open to all majors and any class standing (undergraduate and graduate!) 

EDUC 260: Equity Issues in K-12 Education (1 credit seminar)

EDUC 260 is 1 credit seminar that centers topics of justice in public K-12 education. The course’s purpose is to strengthen student consciousness of self, systems, and community to be applied to practice. * This is a pre/co-requisite course for EDUC 401.

EDUC 401 A/B: Practicum in Community Service Activity (1-6 credits) 

EDUC 401 A or B is a variable credit community-engaged course. On day one of our class, students select a community-engaged placement where they will volunteer on a weekly basis. Our class meetings (every other Wednesday) will focus on reflection and preparation surrounding community-engaged work. Already mentoring or tutoring somewhere? Email to inquire about a self-placement!  

*Pre/co-requisite for this course is EDUC 260. We can consider waiving this requirement on a case-by-case basis. Waiver request form available here.

More detailed information is available on our program webpage, as well as regular updates on instagram. If you have any questions about registration or curriculum, please email celecenter@uw.edu.

TXTDS200: Books Unbound

Attached is a flyer with more general information about all of the upcoming Textual Studies courses for SPR26 that count toward the undergraduate Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities.

The Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities

This interdisciplinary minor focuses on the study of the history, present, and future of texts from scrolls, manuscripts, and printed books to archival documents, digital texts, and textual data. Through hands-on learning, you’ll explore diverse forms of media, asking questions about the history of communication and cultural expression.

Interested students can reach out with questions about the program, our courses, or our minor by emailing text@uw.edu.

Summer 2026 Congressional Internship

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA01) seeks interns for her Washington, D.C. and District (Bellevue, WA) offices. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. 

Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents and handling constituent phone calls, assisting staff with administrative tasks, conducting research, and assisting with constituent correspondence. District Interns in Bellevue, WA will have the opportunity to attend community events and tours with the Congresswoman and staff. Washington, D.C. interns will have the opportunity to lead tours of the U.S. Capitol as well as attend hearings and briefings for the legislative staff. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample (1 to 2 pages) through this form. The deadline for Summer 2026 internship applications is March 13^th at 11:59 PM.  

Please email internship.delbene@mail.house.gov with any questions or concerns.

Students can visit https://delbene.house.gov/constituent-services/internships.htm for more information, and the application has been posted to Handshake. 

Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!

The Residential Community Spotlight Association is launching a new Artist Spotlight Program, in Local Point Dining Hall and they’re currently looking for our next featured artist!

If you are interested, learn more here or reach out to rcsapres@uw.edu.

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington and the University of Puget Sound. The due date for all applications has been extended to March 15, 2026. Get details and apply at https://www.psa-pbk.org/scholarships.

Questions? Email scholarships@psa-pbk.org.

UW Seattle undergraduate applicants working on this or any other scholarship application can get support from the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards. We have an upcoming Application Writing & Feedback Session on Feb. 18 at 3:30pm! See our events calendar for details.

• Find scholarship advisors for all campuses and degree levels.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is offering an info session and workshops for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship program.

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship (Gilman) Program provides scholarships of up to $5,000 with additional supplemental funding available for students studying a critical language and/or conducting STEM-related research while overseas. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. 

Application link: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/application-overview/

Next Deadline: March 5

Here are some dedicated workshops/info sessions to help you prepare for the Gilman Scholarship:

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

Access to BASW Application 

Upcoming Events

• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

What does leadership look like at the top of a major public university, and how do personal values shape the decisions that impact thousands of students?

This spring, LEAD 498: Academic Leadership in Action invites you into the conversation.

LEAD 498 gives you a behind-the-scenes look at leadership at the University of Washington. You’ll meet directly with UW leaders—Deans, Chancellors, and other senior administrators—who will share how their values guide decision-making and what leadership really looks like in practice.

Guest speakers will share how their personal values inform their leadership approaches, the skills they rely on most, and how those skills are developed over time.

Quick course snapshot:

• LEAD 498 | 2 credits CR/NC
• Jointly offered with B A 490 B
• Wednesdays, 3:30–5:20 pm
• Paccar 394
• Open to all UW undergraduates
• Especially relevant for students interested in the Leadership minor – counts toward Groups and Organizations Elective

LEAD 498 is a chance to see academic governance and leadership in action – right here at UW.

Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!

Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Submit your work to Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University! They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music—if an Honors student creates it, they’ll consider it! 

The Palouse Review would love to receive submissions from Honors students at the University of Washington. The deadline for submissions is March 22nd, 2026. 

Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17

The Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is now open!

Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives, and inspires them to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

The program has enabled students to travel to every corner of the globe during their Summer Voyages– from Bolivia to work on gender-based violence prevention trainings, to Alaska to learn about indigenous approaches to climate resilience, to Morocco to support migrant education initiatives, and many places in between. The Voyager Scholarship has exposed students to meaningful learning opportunities and ways to engage with the world that would not otherwise be possible. The scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students’ junior and senior years, a $10,000 stipend, and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to pursue a summer work-travel experience between junior and senior year. 

Link to register for an upcoming Voyager information session.

The application closes on March 17, 2026. Open to 2nd-year students or those transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their 2026-2027 junior academic year. 

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

Visible Mending and Embroidery Workshop (March 6) and Study Hall (March 13) with Bartering Club

Bartering Club is hosting some fun community events on Fridays to round out the quarter! Snacks will be provided and all are welcome.

Friday, March 6th, 3-5 PM: Visible Mending Workshop! Bring your clothes that need a little love and learn basic sewing/embroidery skills. Embroidery thread, needles, scissors, and fabric scraps will be provided.
Friday, March 13th, 3-5pm: Study Hall! Come hang out as we crunch for finals.

All events will be held in Mary Gates Hall, room 206. Events are in addition to our usual meetings on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM in Mary Gates 206

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Honors Scholarships

• UW Honors Program Scholarships due 4/7/26! – For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

Honors Events & Opportunities

• Study Abroad Program Deadline Extended to 3/1/26! – The following program deadlines have been extended:
  • Summer B term: Honors León
  • Early Fall start: Honors Perú, Paris, Japan
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program

Events

• Partition and Solidarity: Anticolonial Struggles in the Colonial Present Conference (Mar. 6) – cosponsored by Honors!
• Primary: Alma Thomas, Sisterhood and the Revolutionary Quality of Light with Alexis Pauline Gumbs (Mar. 4)
• Week of WE Lead – Exciting events leading up to International Women’s Day!

Interesting Courses

• GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)
• PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)
• EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)
• TXTDS200 – Books Unbound (Spring 2026)
• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Summer Fellowship Opportunities
• SPH 480 Research Study
• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Summer Research with IoT4Ag
• Join Bartering Club

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Congressional Internship
• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects
• 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

Other Opportunities

• Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!
• Astronomy x Arts Exhibition, Art Among the Stars
• Dempsey Startup Competition
• FreeFoodAlert Partnership
• Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!
• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events
• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships
• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
• Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students
• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!
• Udall Undergraduate Scholarship

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

Study Abroad Program Deadline Extended to 3/1/26!

The following programs are still accepting applications until 3/1/26:

Summer B Term:

• Honors+CHID+UWT León, Spain: Migration, Culture, and Belonging in the Mediterranean

Early Fall:

• Honors, UWB, Program on the Environment Peru: From Andes to Amazon – Biodiversity, Conservation and Sustainability in Peru
• Honors+Art Paris: Sacred Spaces – Paris in the Middle Ages
• Honors Japan: Japan Narratives/Narrating Japan

Honors has a number of exciting opportunities to earn core credits, fulfill interdisciplinary requirements, and EXPLORE! 

Find more information, including the application links, here!

UW Honors Program Scholarships

The application portal for UW Honors Program scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open.

Each year the Honors Program provides scholarship opportunities for UW Seattle students currently enrolled in Interdisciplinary, Departmental, and College Honors who will be enrolled in the next academic year. For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

How to Apply

Submit one Honors Scholarship Application for each award you are applying for. Your selection of the scholarship name in the dropdown menu will show you the scholarship-specific essay prompt. Make sure you are responding to the appropriate scholarship prompt in your application. You may apply for multiple scholarships, but must submit a new application for each scholarship.

All applications are due Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm.

honors.uw.edu/scholarships/current-scholarships

Dempsey Startup Competition

The application is now open for the 29th Dempsey Startup Competition! The University of Washington’s annual business plan competition will award nearly $90,000 in prize money to entrepreneurial student teams hailing from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia.

Applications are due on Monday, April 6 at 11:59pm PT. 

Click here to learn more about the Dempsey Startup Competition.

Why should students enter the Dempsey Startup Competition? 

1. Learning by doing – Students will gain practice in the dynamics of venture creation by developing an idea, putting together a founding team, writing a business plan, and presenting to investors.
2. Validation – Students who enter will have their plan reviewed by 8-10 judges in the first round of the competition. Judges are expected to provide written feedback that will be returned to the teams!
3. Build a Network – Each year, over 300 entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, angel investors, attorneys, and industry professionals participate as judges in the competition. This is a great opportunity for students to build their network and connect with these individuals!

We are hosting information sessions and office hours leading up to the deadline. We encourage students to join these sessions in preparation for submission.

If students advance to the Investment Round (top 36 teams), they can opt to receive practicum credits (2 credits) for their participation.

Partition and Solidarity: Anticolonial Struggles in the Colonial Present Conference (Mar. 6)

Over the past five centuries, empires have used partition and division to justify and advance colonialism. We can see that ongoing history of colonial rule and racial violence exploding around the world today—from Palestine to Minnesota and beyond.

Join us at this one-day symposium, co-sponsored by the Honors Program, where scholars and activists will gather to engage in conversations about anticolonial struggles of the past and the present. How might we forge diasporic imaginaries and solidarity movements to contest the colonial world order toward collective liberation?

The symposium will include a keynote address at noon by Adam Hanieh of SOAS, University of London (UK), who has been selected to deliver a Walker-Ames public lecture. He is the MBI Jaber Chair in Development Studies and the Director of the Middle East Institute at SOAS, University of London. His research focuses on oil and capitalism, energy transitions, and the political economy of the Middle East. 

Register here.

Primary: Alma Thomas, Sisterhood and the Revolutionary Quality of Light with Alexis Pauline Gumbs (Mar. 4)

The Office of Public Lectures presents: Primary: Alma Thomas, Sisterhood and the Revolutionary Quality of Light with Alexis Pauline Gumbs

Based on Alexis Pauline Gumbs’ forthcoming book of poetic indexes, this interactive poetic lecture explores the life, teaching, and artwork of color theorist Alma Thomas. Engaging themes of audience, intimacy, abstract expressionist art, and the dynamic relationship between Black women’s creativity and the process of being Earth, the lecture invites participants into a rhythmic dialogue of form, meaning, and presence.

Register here.

Week of WE Lead – Exciting events leading up to International Women’s Day!

The Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership program (WE Lead) has an exciting lineup of events for students in the days leading up to International Women’s Day on Sunday, March 8 – we’re calling it “Week of WE Lead.”

Week of WE Lead Events: 

• Tuesday, March 3 – Morning Mingle (8-9:30am)
  Start your morning with WE Lead – no agenda, no pressure, just good food and good company. Stop by Founder Commons for a casual, drop-in breakfast featuring bagels from Bloom Bistro, a woman-owned bagel shop based in Georgetown. Come grab a bagel, pour a coffee, say hello, and head to class—or linger a bit and catch up with fellow WE Lead students. Whether you stay for two minutes or twenty, you’re welcome.
• Wednesday, March 4 – Be Bold Now (community partner event)
  Be Bold Now Seattle 2026 is a gathering for women and allies who want to lead, create, and take action — together. Every year, the room is filled with people building businesses, leading teams, changing systems, mentoring, learning, and figuring it out in real time. You’ll hear powerful stories, make meaningful connections, and leave with real-world ideas you can use right away.
  • Students can use the discount code WEBBN26 for a 20% discount on tickets (normally $50).
• Thursday, March 5 – Community First: How Small Retail Builds Big Community(12-1:30pm)
  What does it really take to build a small retail business that people don’t just shop at – but show up for? Join us for a candid conversation with three local founders who are building community-first businesses in very different ways: a fitness studio, a coffee bar, and a food establishment. Each has created a space that goes beyond transactions to foster belonging, loyalty, and connection.
  • Panelists include: Jen Bunder (Be Here Now Spin + Strength Studios), Michelle Dean (Bonhomie Coffee Co.), and Dr. Aakanksha Sinha (Spice Waala Indian Street Food)

Together, we’ll explore how community can be a core business strategy – from designing welcoming spaces and cultivating regulars, to balancing values with sustainability, growth, and real-world constraints. Speakers will share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how they’ve stayed rooted in community while running viable, resilient businesses.

• Lunch will be provided by Spice Waala!
• Friday, March 6 – Book Talk – Uncompete: Your Career Success is Not a Zero-Sum Game (5:30-7:30pm)
  WE Lead has partnered with the CommLead program for our first-ever Book Talk – an interactive showcase of authors and their books, exploring ideas and themes shaping our professional lives, industries, and communities in the current moment.

For our inaugural Book Talk, we’re featuring Uncompete: Your Career Success Is Not a Zero-Sum Game, the national bestselling book by Ruchika T. Malhotra. In this timely and thought-provoking conversation, Ruchika challenges the long-held belief that success depends on competition and scarcity-driven thinking.

Drawing from her career as an international journalist, communications and culture leader, and extensive research, Ruchika offers a bold new framework for career and life success—one rooted in collaboration, solidarity, and abundance. Register now on Eventbrite to attend.

• Saturday, March 7 – WE Lead x Lovable Solve-a-thon: SheBuilds Solutions (10am-2pm)

In honor of International Women’s Day, join WE Lead for a half-day Solve-a-thon as part of Lovable’s SheBuilds program, where students come together to design creative, actionable solutions to real challenges women face around the world.

From access to education and healthcare, to economic opportunity, safety, representation, and beyond – participants will work in small teams on thoughtfully curated problem statements developed in advance. No need to show up with an idea. Just bring your curiosity, creativity, and willingness to build.

Each participant will receive 100 Lovable Credits to prototype, test, and iterate on solutions using Lovable’s tools, with guidance from a trained WE Lead student facilitator throughout the experience. This is a hands-on, collaborative sprint designed to move quickly from problem → possibility → prototype.

GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Spring 2026)

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.

PUBPOL 400/500: Career Readiness with a Focus on Public Service (Spring 2026)

Course Description:

This 1-credit course prepares undergraduate and master’s students with the essential skills and mindset to pursue a career in public service. The course will explore careers in all sectors, with an emphasis on careers in the public and nonprofit sectors. Through a combination of reflective exercises, practical applications, and collaborative learning, participants will develop clarity about their professional identity and tangible steps they can take to prepare for their career journey. Key components of the course include: 

• Career Development: Define career goals, explore multiple pathways to achieve them, and  build a toolkit to make decisions that align opportunities with goals. 
• Professional Communication: Practice coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue across varied environments, emphasizing inclusivity and cultural responsiveness. 
• Workplace Readiness: Understand and demonstrate professional behaviors expected in public service settings. 
• Personal Branding: Articulate your purpose, values, and brand personality to position yourself for meaningful impact. 

Specifically, students will learn how to: 

• Articulate their purpose, work, and brand personality. 
• Define career goals and identify next steps and pathways to achieve them. 
• Identify, prepare, and apply for opportunities that align with their career goals.  
• Assess work challenges, and how they might choose to navigate them. 
• Communicate effectively in a variety of environments, with an emphasis on coherent, concise, and respectful dialogue. 

SPH 480 Research Study

Hello! We are students in SPH 480 doing a class project looking at the relationship between hours of sleep and perceived stress levels. For our class project, we are aiming to gather information from many UW students. This survey is completely anonymous and will not gather any personal information. You are eligible to complete the survey if you are a full-time, undergraduate UW Seattle student and have access to a device to complete the survey (phone, tablet, computer), and do not have a diagnosed sleep disorder. If you have any questions, please contact this email: orona29@uw.edu. Please fill out our survey if you are eligible and interested!

FreeFoodAlert Partnership

FreeFoodAlert is a messaging service that alerts students when a catered event on campus ends and there is leftover food available to glean. The goal of implementing a FreeFoodAlert chapter at UW is to reduce food waste on our campus while increasing access to free meals for students. This program is being implemented in close coordination with UW Environmental Health & Safety, UW Sustainability, and UW Dining.

We are currently building out our outreach efforts and would welcome the opportunity to connect with students who may be interested in helping spread the word, supporting tabling efforts, or attending launch events once the program is live. An interest form is attached here.

Astronomy x Arts Exhibition, Art Among the Stars

This year, the event will be open June 1 – June 5 in the UW Planetarium.

We’re looking for submissions from all experience levels in dance, theater, performance, sound art, video art, sculpture, textile, poetry, zines, installation, digital art, 2D art, and/or any other mediums that can be exhibited in and around the planetarium at an opening reception the evening of June 1. This year, we’re also running an open call for 15-20min artist talks for our first symposium event, which will run in a parallel session to performances/screenings during the opening reception. These talks can cover an artistic practice, a specific work or technique, or any other art/science topics!

Here’s a link to the info document and the exhibition form and symposium talk form (due Feb 27th), and you can also follow our instagram at @uw_planetarium_arts.

Summer Fellowship Opportunities

The Applied Research Fellowship Program is open for undergraduate and graduate students.  The Fellowship Program supports multidisciplinary teams of students to work on real-world population health challenges. The project is in collaboration with City of Seattle. The team will consist of three graduate students and two undergraduates, with supervision by a faculty expert. The project team receives training in research skills and data collection, analysis and presentation to deliver a work product that meets the external client’s needs.  The team will work closely with stakeholders at the City of Seattle to research strengths and future recommendations to support children-friendly cities. The team will combine descriptive and spatial data analysis to explore the volume and location of important daily amenities necessary for those with children – childcare facilities, transportation access, schools, laundromats and so forth – with qualitative data collection via interviews with Seattle’s constituents to better understand the needs of children and their caregivers. This research will result in recommendations of areas of improvement in Seattle’s goal of being a child-friendly city and ways child-friendliness can be monitored as time goes on. We are hosting an info session on February 26th from 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Please RSVP here.  

The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program is open for graduate students to start submitting applications! The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship allows students to explore how best to deploy social enterprise models for innovations that are developed by University of Washington researchers. This is a 10-week program over the summer. Four fellows will be selected from across a variety of disciplines and investigate a range of projects. The projects are focused on finding ways to deploy social impact innovations. We are hosting an info session on Thursday, March 12th from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for students to learn more about the opportunity. RSVP to the info session here. 

EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)

Earn academic credit while tutoring K-12 students!

Read below to learn about upcoming courses taught by the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center: 

• Experiential Learning / Community-engagement (E) credits  
• Graded CR/NC 
• Open to all majors and any class standing (undergraduate and graduate!) 

EDUC 260: Equity Issues in K-12 Education (1 credit seminar)

EDUC 260 is 1 credit seminar that centers topics of justice in public K-12 education. The course’s purpose is to strengthen student consciousness of self, systems, and community to be applied to practice. * This is a pre/co-requisite course for EDUC 401.

EDUC 401 A/B: Practicum in Community Service Activity (1-6 credits) 

EDUC 401 A or B is a variable credit community-engaged course. On day one of our class, students select a community-engaged placement where they will volunteer on a weekly basis. Our class meetings (every other Wednesday) will focus on reflection and preparation surrounding community-engaged work. Already mentoring or tutoring somewhere? Email to inquire about a self-placement!  

*Pre/co-requisite for this course is EDUC 260. We can consider waiving this requirement on a case-by-case basis. Waiver request form available here.

More detailed information is available on our program webpage, as well as regular updates on instagram. If you have any questions about registration or curriculum, please email celecenter@uw.edu.

TXTDS200: Books Unbound

Attached is a flyer with more general information about all of the upcoming Textual Studies courses for SPR26 that count toward the undergraduate Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities.

The Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities

This interdisciplinary minor focuses on the study of the history, present, and future of texts from scrolls, manuscripts, and printed books to archival documents, digital texts, and textual data. Through hands-on learning, you’ll explore diverse forms of media, asking questions about the history of communication and cultural expression.

Interested students can reach out with questions about the program, our courses, or our minor by emailing text@uw.edu.

Summer 2026 Congressional Internship

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA01) seeks interns for her Washington, D.C. and District (Bellevue, WA) offices. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. 

Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents and handling constituent phone calls, assisting staff with administrative tasks, conducting research, and assisting with constituent correspondence. District Interns in Bellevue, WA will have the opportunity to attend community events and tours with the Congresswoman and staff. Washington, D.C. interns will have the opportunity to lead tours of the U.S. Capitol as well as attend hearings and briefings for the legislative staff. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample (1 to 2 pages) through this form. The deadline for Summer 2026 internship applications is March 13^th at 11:59 PM.  

Please email internship.delbene@mail.house.gov with any questions or concerns.

Students can visit https://delbene.house.gov/constituent-services/internships.htm for more information, and the application has been posted to Handshake. 

Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!

The Residential Community Spotlight Association is launching a new Artist Spotlight Program, in Local Point Dining Hall and they’re currently looking for our next featured artist!

If you are interested, learn more here or reach out to rcsapres@uw.edu.

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington and the University of Puget Sound. The due date for all applications has been extended to March 15, 2026. Get details and apply at https://www.psa-pbk.org/scholarships.

Questions? Email scholarships@psa-pbk.org.

UW Seattle undergraduate applicants working on this or any other scholarship application can get support from the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards. We have an upcoming Application Writing & Feedback Session on Feb. 18 at 3:30pm! See our events calendar for details.

• Find scholarship advisors for all campuses and degree levels.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is offering an info session and workshops for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship program.

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship (Gilman) Program provides scholarships of up to $5,000 with additional supplemental funding available for students studying a critical language and/or conducting STEM-related research while overseas. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. 

Application link: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/application-overview/

Next Deadline: March 5

Here are some dedicated workshops/info sessions to help you prepare for the Gilman Scholarship:

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

Access to BASW Application 

Upcoming Events

• Law, Policy, and Social Impact Panel – Thu, Feb 19, 4:00–5:00 PM (PST) – Explore career paths and majors. [Register Here]
• Oral Health and Social Justice – Thu, Feb 26, 6:00–7:00 PM (PST) – Hear from Melanie Morris, PhD, LICSW, on equity in oral health. [Register Here]
• BASW Application Workshop – Wed, Mar 4, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Tips and resources for a strong application. [Register Here]
• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

What does leadership look like at the top of a major public university, and how do personal values shape the decisions that impact thousands of students?

This spring, LEAD 498: Academic Leadership in Action invites you into the conversation.

LEAD 498 gives you a behind-the-scenes look at leadership at the University of Washington. You’ll meet directly with UW leaders—Deans, Chancellors, and other senior administrators—who will share how their values guide decision-making and what leadership really looks like in practice.

Guest speakers will share how their personal values inform their leadership approaches, the skills they rely on most, and how those skills are developed over time.

Quick course snapshot:

• LEAD 498 | 2 credits CR/NC
• Jointly offered with B A 490 B
• Wednesdays, 3:30–5:20 pm
• Paccar 394
• Open to all UW undergraduates
• Especially relevant for students interested in the Leadership minor – counts toward Groups and Organizations Elective

LEAD 498 is a chance to see academic governance and leadership in action – right here at UW.

Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!

Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Submit your work to Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University! They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music—if an Honors student creates it, they’ll consider it! 

The Palouse Review would love to receive submissions from Honors students at the University of Washington. The deadline for submissions is March 22nd, 2026. 

Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17

The Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is now open!

Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives, and inspires them to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

The program has enabled students to travel to every corner of the globe during their Summer Voyages– from Bolivia to work on gender-based violence prevention trainings, to Alaska to learn about indigenous approaches to climate resilience, to Morocco to support migrant education initiatives, and many places in between. The Voyager Scholarship has exposed students to meaningful learning opportunities and ways to engage with the world that would not otherwise be possible. The scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students’ junior and senior years, a $10,000 stipend, and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to pursue a summer work-travel experience between junior and senior year. 

Link to register for an upcoming Voyager information session.

The application closes on March 17, 2026. Open to 2nd-year students or those transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their 2026-2027 junior academic year. 

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)! SIAH offers an opportunity for undergraduates to engage in scholarly research with accomplished scholars and peers while earning full-time academic credit. Student participants will receive a $7,500 scholarship, develop research related to an interdisciplinary theme, and formally present their work at a closing symposium. 

This year’s theme is Seattle’s World Cup: Storytelling Through Community Mapping, will be developed and taught by Professors Caley Cook and Ron Krabill along with Ph.D. candidate Yasir Zaidan: 

As they hype around Seattle’s hosting of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup continue to build, we often hear that “the world is coming to Seattle!” But what does that really mean? The 2026 Summer Institute will use innovative community mapping alongside other arts and humanities methodologies (which could include photo and video essays, podcasts, journalistic reporting, blogging, etc.) to tell stories surrounding Seattle’s experience of the World Cup.  

We hope that you consider applying for this terrific research and learning opportunity! If you have any questions, please email us at undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

Summer Research with IoT4Ag

Are you interested in the societal grand challenge of food, energy, and water security? The IoT4Ag Engineering Research Center creates Internet of Things technologies for precision agriculture.

We are looking for summer undergraduate researchers! Students from 2- and 4-year institutions who are majoring in science and engineering degree programs will spend 10 weeks during May–August contributing to cutting-edge research related to sensors, robotics, and collecting and analyzing data to increase crop production using fewer resources.

Applications are reviewed, and offers made, on a rolling basis (deadline: February 27, 2026). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must not graduate before September 2026.

IoT4Ag REU Program:
REU webpage with details and application portal (https://iot4ag.us/reu-program/).

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship

The Udall Scholarship is a $7,000 scholarship for sophomores and juniors who are committed to making a difference in either the environment or Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Policy or Native Healthcare. US citizenship or permanent residency required. Four nominations are available for students committed to environmental careers and four for students interested in Tribal Policy/Native Healthcare.

UW Nomination required, apply here (https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/778)

National application deadline: March 4, 2026

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

Bartering Club is also hosting some fun community events on Fridays to round out the quarter! Snacks will be provided and all are welcome.

2/27 3-5pm: Game Night! Come play board games with us. Feel free to bring your own to share!
3/6 3-5 PM: Visible Mending Workshop! Bring your clothes that need a little love and learn basic sewing/embroidery skills. Embroidery thread, needles, scissors, and fabric scraps will be provided.
3/13 3-5pm: Study Hall! Come hang out as we crunch for finals.

All events will be held in Mary Gates Hall, room 206. Events are in addition to our usual meetings on Tuesdays at 5:30 PM in Mary Gates 206.

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The application for the UW Program Scholarships is now open and due by April 7th!

Honors Events & Opportunities

• 2026 Honors International Access Scholarship Application Now Open!
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program

Events

• BSU x HOPE: Political Prisoner Event with Speaker Elmer Dixon – Feb. 18
• Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe – Feb. 19

Interesting Courses

• EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)
• TXTDS200 – Books Unbound (Spring 2026)
• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Summer Fellowship Opportunities
• SPH 480 Research Study
• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Summer Research with IoT4Ag
• Join Bartering Club

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Congressional Internship
• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects
• 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

Other Opportunities

• FreeFoodAlert Partnership
• Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!
• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events
• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Student workshops: storytelling, interviews, and AI
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships
• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
• Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students
• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!
• Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

UW Honors Program Scholarships

The application portal for UW Honors Program scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open.

Each year the Honors Program provides scholarship opportunities for UW Seattle students currently enrolled in Interdisciplinary, Departmental, and College Honors who will be enrolled in the next academic year. For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

How to Apply

Submit one Honors Scholarship Application for each award you are applying for. Your selection of the scholarship name in the dropdown menu will show you the scholarship-specific essay prompt. Make sure you are responding to the appropriate scholarship prompt in your application. You may apply for multiple scholarships, but must submit a new application for each scholarship.

All applications are due Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm.

honors.uw.edu/scholarships/current-scholarships

SPH 480 Research Study

Hello! We are students in SPH 480 doing a class project looking at the relationship between hours of sleep and perceived stress levels. For our class project, we are aiming to gather information from many UW students. This survey is completely anonymous and will not gather any personal information. You are eligible to complete the survey if you are a full-time, undergraduate UW Seattle student and have access to a device to complete the survey (phone, tablet, computer), and do not have a diagnosed sleep disorder. If you have any questions, please contact this email: orona29@uw.edu. Please fill out our survey if you are eligible and interested!

FreeFoodAlert Partnership

FreeFoodAlert is a messaging service that alerts students when a catered event on campus ends and there is leftover food available to glean. The goal of implementing a FreeFoodAlert chapter at UW is to reduce food waste on our campus while increasing access to free meals for students. This program is being implemented in close coordination with UW Environmental Health & Safety, UW Sustainability, and UW Dining.

We are currently building out our outreach efforts and would welcome the opportunity to connect with students who may be interested in helping spread the word, supporting tabling efforts, or attending launch events once the program is live. An interest form is attached here.

BSU x HOPE: Political Prisoner Event with Speaker Elmer Dixon (Feb. 18)

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE), an on-campus RSO dedicated to expanding education access inside prisons, is exploring different intersectional identities that incarcerated people hold during Prisoner Solidarity Month. 

HOPE is collaborating with the Black Student Union for our second event in the series, Political Prisoners onWednesday, Feb. 18th 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 

The event will feature speaker Elmer Dixon, the co-founder of the Seattle Black Panther Party, to discuss his experiences as a Black Panther, and his perceptions of the ongoing Black Freedom Movement.

Astronomy x Arts Exhibition, Art Among the Stars

This year, the event will be open June 1 – June 5 in the UW Planetarium.

We’re looking for submissions from all experience levels in dance, theater, performance, sound art, video art, sculpture, textile, poetry, zines, installation, digital art, 2D art, and/or any other mediums that can be exhibited in and around the planetarium at an opening reception the evening of June 1. This year, we’re also running an open call for 15-20min artist talks for our first symposium event, which will run in a parallel session to performances/screenings during the opening reception. These talks can cover an artistic practice, a specific work or technique, or any other art/science topics!

Here’s a link to the info document and the exhibition form and symposium talk form (due Feb 27th), and you can also follow our instagram at @uw_planetarium_arts.

Summer Fellowship Opportunities

The Applied Research Fellowship Program is open for undergraduate and graduate students.  The Fellowship Program supports multidisciplinary teams of students to work on real-world population health challenges. The project is in collaboration with City of Seattle. The team will consist of three graduate students and two undergraduates, with supervision by a faculty expert. The project team receives training in research skills and data collection, analysis and presentation to deliver a work product that meets the external client’s needs.  The team will work closely with stakeholders at the City of Seattle to research strengths and future recommendations to support children-friendly cities. The team will combine descriptive and spatial data analysis to explore the volume and location of important daily amenities necessary for those with children – childcare facilities, transportation access, schools, laundromats and so forth – with qualitative data collection via interviews with Seattle’s constituents to better understand the needs of children and their caregivers. This research will result in recommendations of areas of improvement in Seattle’s goal of being a child-friendly city and ways child-friendliness can be monitored as time goes on. We are hosting an info session on February 26th from 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Please RSVP here.  

The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship Program is open for graduate students to start submitting applications! The Social Entrepreneurship Fellowship allows students to explore how best to deploy social enterprise models for innovations that are developed by University of Washington researchers. This is a 10-week program over the summer. Four fellows will be selected from across a variety of disciplines and investigate a range of projects. The projects are focused on finding ways to deploy social impact innovations. We are hosting an info session on Thursday, March 12th from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for students to learn more about the opportunity. RSVP to the info session here. 

EDUC 260 & EDUC 401A/B (Spring 2026)

Earn academic credit while tutoring K-12 students!

Read below to learn about upcoming courses taught by the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center: 

• Experiential Learning / Community-engagement (E) credits  
• Graded CR/NC 
• Open to all majors and any class standing (undergraduate and graduate!) 

EDUC 260: Equity Issues in K-12 Education (1 credit seminar)

EDUC 260 is 1 credit seminar that centers topics of justice in public K-12 education. The course’s purpose is to strengthen student consciousness of self, systems, and community to be applied to practice. * This is a pre/co-requisite course for EDUC 401.

EDUC 401 A/B: Practicum in Community Service Activity (1-6 credits) 

EDUC 401 A or B is a variable credit community-engaged course. On day one of our class, students select a community-engaged placement where they will volunteer on a weekly basis. Our class meetings (every other Wednesday) will focus on reflection and preparation surrounding community-engaged work. Already mentoring or tutoring somewhere? Email to inquire about a self-placement!  

*Pre/co-requisite for this course is EDUC 260. We can consider waiving this requirement on a case-by-case basis. Waiver request form available here.

More detailed information is available on our program webpage, as well as regular updates on instagram. If you have any questions about registration or curriculum, please email celecenter@uw.edu.

Q Center Gayme Night

Attend Gayme Night, a low-key and fun space where queer and allied students can connect and build community in a welcoming, fun space! The next events are this Wednesday and February 25, 4:30 – 6:00 pm in the Q Center (Room 315) in the HUB. Gayme Night will also be hosted on March 11. 

TXTDS200: Books Unbound

Attached is a flyer with more general information about all of the upcoming Textual Studies courses for SPR26 that count toward the undergraduate Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities.

The Minor in Textual Studies and Digital Humanities

This interdisciplinary minor focuses on the study of the history, present, and future of texts from scrolls, manuscripts, and printed books to archival documents, digital texts, and textual data. Through hands-on learning, you’ll explore diverse forms of media, asking questions about the history of communication and cultural expression.

Interested students can reach out with questions about the program, our courses, or our minor by emailing text@uw.edu.

Summer 2026 Congressional Internship

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA01) seeks interns for her Washington, D.C. and District (Bellevue, WA) offices. Interns will work in a fast-paced congressional office, gaining valuable experience and knowledge of the United States Congress. 

Intern responsibilities include greeting constituents and handling constituent phone calls, assisting staff with administrative tasks, conducting research, and assisting with constituent correspondence. District Interns in Bellevue, WA will have the opportunity to attend community events and tours with the Congresswoman and staff. Washington, D.C. interns will have the opportunity to lead tours of the U.S. Capitol as well as attend hearings and briefings for the legislative staff. To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short writing sample (1 to 2 pages) through this form. The deadline for Summer 2026 internship applications is March 13^th at 11:59 PM.  

Please email internship.delbene@mail.house.gov with any questions or concerns.

Students can visit https://delbene.house.gov/constituent-services/internships.htm for more information, and the application has been posted to Handshake. 

Looking for artists for the Artist Spotlight Program!

The Residential Community Spotlight Association is launching a new Artist Spotlight Program, in Local Point Dining Hall and they’re currently looking for our next featured artist!

If you are interested, learn more here or reach out to rcsapres@uw.edu.

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington and the University of Puget Sound. The due date for all applications has been extended to March 15, 2026. Get details and apply at https://www.psa-pbk.org/scholarships.

Questions? Email scholarships@psa-pbk.org.

UW Seattle undergraduate applicants working on this or any other scholarship application can get support from the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards. We have an upcoming Application Writing & Feedback Session on Feb. 18 at 3:30pm! See our events calendar for details.

• Find scholarship advisors for all campuses and degree levels.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is offering an info session and workshops for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship program.

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship (Gilman) Program provides scholarships of up to $5,000 with additional supplemental funding available for students studying a critical language and/or conducting STEM-related research while overseas. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. 

Application link: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/application-overview/

Next Deadline: March 5

Here are some dedicated workshops/info sessions to help you prepare for the Gilman Scholarship:

2026 Honors International Access Scholarship Application Now Open!

We are excited to share a special scholarship opportunity for UW Honors students participating in an Honors-sponsored study abroad program in 2026! 

Honors students who have applied to one of the summer or early fall Honors-sponsored study abroad programs (see full list at honors.uw.edu/study-abroad) are eligible to apply for the 2026 Honors International Access Scholarship. Read on for eligibility and disbursal details.

Scholarship details:

• $1,000 award
• 2 awards available
• Eligibility:
  • Current, active student in Interdisciplinary and/or Departmental Honors at UW Seattle.
  • All years (rising second year through seniors).
  • Awardees must be current students at UW Seattle and actively enrolled for credit in the study abroad indicated in order to receive the award.
  • There are no residency or citizenship requirements for this award.
• Students selected for this award must apply to, be accepted into, and contract with the 2026 Honors-sponsored study abroad program listed in their scholarship application. 
• The award will be disbursed at the beginning of summer quarter 2026 to selected students after we have verified that they have contracted with that program via UW Study Abroad.

Apply here by February 23, 2026, at 9:00 am: honors.uw.edu/study-abroad/.

Scholarship decision notifications will happen by March 16, 2026.

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

Access to BASW Application 

Upcoming Events

• Law, Policy, and Social Impact Panel – Thu, Feb 19, 4:00–5:00 PM (PST) – Explore career paths and majors. [Register Here]
• Oral Health and Social Justice – Thu, Feb 26, 6:00–7:00 PM (PST) – Hear from Melanie Morris, PhD, LICSW, on equity in oral health. [Register Here]
• BASW Application Workshop – Wed, Mar 4, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Tips and resources for a strong application. [Register Here]
• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

Are you curious about how the university works? How do Deans, Chancellors, and other administrators use their personal values to drive important UW decisions? 

In LEAD 498, you will learn directly from the University’s top leadership team. Speakers will come in to share their perspectives on what leadership skills are necessary and how they develop them. This CR/NC class will meet once a week Wednesdays 3:30-5:20 pm in Paccar 394.  

Intended for students interested in the leadership minor, but open to all students. 

Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe – Feb. 19

We are excited to invite you to our 2nd Annual SI Salon, Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe. That will take place on February 19, 2026 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm in the Intellectual House. 

This event will be led by two fashion designers, Nazia Siddiqui and Frilancy Hoyle, who will discuss what it means to be women of color and how to dress authentically while remaining professional. They will then join us for a clothing swap and help you individually build outfits that are authentically you!

CLOTHING SWAP! This is not required to do to attend, but strongly encouraged that if you have any gently used clothes you no longer want and drop them off at any SI office, just make sure everything is clean before donating. On the day of the SI Salon, February 19, join us for a clothing swap where you can browse and pick out new pieces. Nazia and Frilancy will be there to style outfits and create new looks! Even if you can’t drop off clothes, you can still participate in the swap! 

Be sure to RSVP HERE on eventbrite. This event is opened to anyone in the UW Community.

Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!

Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Submit your work to Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University! They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music—if an Honors student creates it, they’ll consider it! 

The Palouse Review would love to receive submissions from Honors students at the University of Washington. The deadline for submissions is March 22nd, 2026. 

Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17

The Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is now open!

Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives, and inspires them to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

The program has enabled students to travel to every corner of the globe during their Summer Voyages– from Bolivia to work on gender-based violence prevention trainings, to Alaska to learn about indigenous approaches to climate resilience, to Morocco to support migrant education initiatives, and many places in between. The Voyager Scholarship has exposed students to meaningful learning opportunities and ways to engage with the world that would not otherwise be possible. The scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students’ junior and senior years, a $10,000 stipend, and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to pursue a summer work-travel experience between junior and senior year. 

Link to register for an upcoming Voyager information session.

The application closes on March 17, 2026. Open to 2nd-year students or those transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their 2026-2027 junior academic year. 

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)! SIAH offers an opportunity for undergraduates to engage in scholarly research with accomplished scholars and peers while earning full-time academic credit. Student participants will receive a $7,500 scholarship, develop research related to an interdisciplinary theme, and formally present their work at a closing symposium. 

This year’s theme is Seattle’s World Cup: Storytelling Through Community Mapping, will be developed and taught by Professors Caley Cook and Ron Krabill along with Ph.D. candidate Yasir Zaidan: 

As they hype around Seattle’s hosting of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup continue to build, we often hear that “the world is coming to Seattle!” But what does that really mean? The 2026 Summer Institute will use innovative community mapping alongside other arts and humanities methodologies (which could include photo and video essays, podcasts, journalistic reporting, blogging, etc.) to tell stories surrounding Seattle’s experience of the World Cup.  

We hope that you consider applying for this terrific research and learning opportunity! If you have any questions, please email us at undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

Summer Research with IoT4Ag

Are you interested in the societal grand challenge of food, energy, and water security? The IoT4Ag Engineering Research Center creates Internet of Things technologies for precision agriculture.

We are looking for summer undergraduate researchers! Students from 2- and 4-year institutions who are majoring in science and engineering degree programs will spend 10 weeks during May–August contributing to cutting-edge research related to sensors, robotics, and collecting and analyzing data to increase crop production using fewer resources.

Applications are reviewed, and offers made, on a rolling basis (deadline: February 27, 2026). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must not graduate before September 2026.

IoT4Ag REU Program:
REU webpage with details and application portal (https://iot4ag.us/reu-program/).

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!

The Udall Scholarship is a $7,000 scholarship for sophomores and juniors who are committed to making a difference in either the environment or Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Policy or Native Healthcare. US citizenship or permanent residency required. Four nominations are available for students committed to environmental careers and four for students interested in Tribal Policy/Native Healthcare.

UW Nomination required, apply here (https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/778)

National application deadline: March 4, 2026

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

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Honors Events & Opportunities

• UW Honors Program Scholarships
• Balloon Animal 101 with Ron Zuckerman – Feb. 17
• 2026 Honors International Access Scholarship Application Now Open!
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program
• Honors Study Abroad 2026 Info Sessions
  • Japan – Feb. 12

Early Fall Start Summer Abroad Programs are due Sunday, February 15th!

Events

• Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe – Feb. 19
• Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session – Feb. 18
• UW Environmental Career Fair – Feb. 12

Interesting Courses

• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Apply for the UW Undergraduate Research Symposium by February 12th
• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Summer Research with IoT4Ag
• Join Bartering Club

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects
• 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

Other Opportunities

• Guatemala Village Health Study Abroad Program
• Community, Environment, and Planning BA Application Open
• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events
• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Student workshops: storytelling, interviews, and AI
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships
• Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
• Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students
• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!
• Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

UW Honors Program Scholarships

The application portal for UW Honors Program scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year is now open.

Each year the Honors Program provides scholarship opportunities for UW Seattle students currently enrolled in Interdisciplinary, Departmental, and College Honors who will be enrolled in the next academic year. For the 2026-2027 year there are nine scholarships available and students may apply for any of the scholarships they are eligible for.

Learn more about these scholarships here, including:

Award amounts

Eligibility guidelines
Descriptions of each scholarship
Information about the generous donors who make this possible

Award timeline:

Deadline: April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm
Notifications: May 15-30, 2026
Award term: Autumn 2026 – Spring 2027

How to Apply

Submit one Honors Scholarship Application for each award you are applying for. Your selection of the scholarship name in the dropdown menu will show you the scholarship-specific essay prompt. Make sure you are responding to the appropriate scholarship prompt in your application. You may apply for multiple scholarships, but must submit a new application for each scholarship.

All applications are due Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:00pm.

honors.uw.edu/scholarships/current-scholarships

Balloon Animal 101 with Ron Zuckerman

Ever wanted to make your own inflatable zoo? Join Honors student and long-time balloon animal expert Ron Zuckerman to learn how to make your very own balloon animal on Tuesday, 2/17 at 3:30 PM in MGH 211. Snacks will be included! RSVP for the event here.

A message from Ron:

My name is Ron and I’m a senior studying Mechanical Engineering! I first learned how to make balloon animals a few years ago from a friend, and liked it so much that I’ve been making them ever since! I’ve been a peer facilitator for Honors 100 a few times and have made balloon animals with my students, which has been a blast, so thought it would be fun to put on this event for others to try!

Come join us to build community and learn a new skill!

Guatemala: Health Services Delivery in Resource Poor Settings

Examine the policy contexts in which health care is delivered in resource-poor settings. Conduct community-based work in health clinics run by Guatemala Village Health in villages of the Rio Dulce region of Guatemala.

• Led by UWB SNHS faculty Mabel Ezeonwu and Amanda Sendele from the Office of Faculty Success
• Hybrid format, with classes at UW Bothell and online, plus two weeks of fieldwork in Guatemala, July 17 – August 2
• 12 credits (check webpage for specific credit allocation by degree program)
• $6,550 program fee
• Learn more about the Guatemala program and apply by Feb 15

If you are interested in delivering care in resource-poor settings, we encourage you to apply! Read this article from when the program was offered a few years ago! If you have questions, please contact Office of Connected Learning Global Initiatives. 

Concerned about affording the experience? Financial aid and scholarships can help with the cost of these programs. Check out the financing study abroad and scholarships webpage.

Community, Environment, and Planning BA Application Open

Interested in urban planning, sustainability, community engagement, policy and design? Consider majoring in Community, Environment, and Planning (CEP)! We are looking for students interested in a flexible, two-year undergraduate major at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Our application for admission to the 2026 cohort is currently open. Priority admission is February 15. While CEP is a capacity-constrained major, we have a 90-100% acceptance rate.

Career Outcomes: Urban planners, educators, non-profit managers, entrepreneurs, communication experts, and professionals of all sorts. 

Ready to apply? Complete our CEP 2026 Cohort Admission Application.

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound Scholarships

Phi Beta Kappa Puget Sound offers scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington and the University of Puget Sound. The due date for all applications has been extended to March 15, 2026. Get details and apply at https://www.psa-pbk.org/scholarships.

Questions? Email scholarships@psa-pbk.org.

UW Seattle undergraduate applicants working on this or any other scholarship application can get support from the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards. We have an upcoming Application Writing & Feedback Session on Feb. 18 at 3:30pm! See our events calendar for details.

• Find scholarship advisors for all campuses and degree levels.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is offering an info session and workshops for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship program.

The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship (Gilman) Program provides scholarships of up to $5,000 with additional supplemental funding available for students studying a critical language and/or conducting STEM-related research while overseas. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their study abroad program or internship. 

Application link: https://www.gilmanscholarship.org/applicants/application-overview/

Next Deadline: March 5

Here are some dedicated workshops/info sessions to help you prepare for the Gilman Scholarship:

2026 Honors International Access Scholarship Application Now Open!

We are excited to share a special scholarship opportunity for UW Honors students participating in an Honors-sponsored study abroad program in 2026! 

Honors students who have applied to one of the summer or early fall Honors-sponsored study abroad programs (see full list at honors.uw.edu/study-abroad) are eligible to apply for the 2026 Honors International Access Scholarship. Read on for eligibility and disbursal details.

Scholarship details:

• $1,000 award
• 2 awards available
• Eligibility:
  • Current, active student in Interdisciplinary and/or Departmental Honors at UW Seattle.
  • All years (rising second year through seniors).
  • Awardees must be current students at UW Seattle and actively enrolled for credit in the study abroad indicated in order to receive the award.
  • There are no residency or citizenship requirements for this award.
• Students selected for this award must apply to, be accepted into, and contract with the 2026 Honors-sponsored study abroad program listed in their scholarship application. 
• The award will be disbursed at the beginning of summer quarter 2026 to selected students after we have verified that they have contracted with that program via UW Study Abroad.

Apply here by February 23, 2026, at 9:00 am: honors.uw.edu/study-abroad/.

Scholarship decision notifications will happen by March 16, 2026.

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

 Access to BASW Application

For transfer students, remind them the UW Transfer Application is due February 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST).

Access  to UW Transfer Application 

Upcoming Events

• Earn Your BASW (Virtual Info Session) – Thu, Feb 5, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Learn about social work, the BASW program, and resources. [Register Here]
• Heart to Heart: Chat with a Social Worker – Fri, Feb 13, 1:00–2:00 PM (PST) | ECC Chicano Room – Connect with admissions, students, and alumni. [Register Here]
• Law, Policy, and Social Impact Panel – Thu, Feb 19, 4:00–5:00 PM (PST) – Explore career paths and majors. [Register Here]
• Oral Health and Social Justice – Thu, Feb 26, 6:00–7:00 PM (PST) – Hear from Melanie Morris, PhD, LICSW, on equity in oral health. [Register Here]
• BASW Application Workshop – Wed, Mar 4, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Tips and resources for a strong application. [Register Here]
• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

Are you passionate about research? Ready to share your discoveries with others? Here’s your chance! The UW Office of Undergraduate Research is thrilled to invite you to participate in the 29th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on May 15th, 2026, where you can showcase your work and engage with a vibrant community of scholars.  

Whether your project is in the sciences, humanities, arts, or any other field, we welcome all disciplines. Students at all stages in the research process are encouraged to present and your research project does not have to be fully complete to participate. Don’t miss this chance to shine a spotlight on your research and connect with fellow scholars, submit your application by Thursday, February 12th at 11:59PM. 

Learn more about the application on our website, where you can also find a recording and the slides from the info session. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

Are you curious about how the university works? How do Deans, Chancellors, and other administrators use their personal values to drive important UW decisions? 

In LEAD 498, you will learn directly from the University’s top leadership team. Speakers will come in to share their perspectives on what leadership skills are necessary and how they develop them. This CR/NC class will meet once a week Wednesdays 3:30-5:20 pm in Paccar 394.  

Intended for students interested in the leadership minor, but open to all students. 

Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe – Feb. 19

We are excited to invite you to our 2nd Annual SI Salon, Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe. That will take place on February 19, 2026 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm in the Intellectual House. 

This event will be led by two fashion designers, Nazia Siddiqui and Frilancy Hoyle, who will discuss what it means to be women of color and how to dress authentically while remaining professional. They will then join us for a clothing swap and help you individually build outfits that are authentically you!

CLOTHING SWAP! This is not required to do to attend, but strongly encouraged that if you have any gently used clothes you no longer want and drop them off at any SI office, just make sure everything is clean before donating. On the day of the SI Salon, February 19, join us for a clothing swap where you can browse and pick out new pieces. Nazia and Frilancy will be there to style outfits and create new looks! Even if you can’t drop off clothes, you can still participate in the swap! 

Drop off your clothes any day before February 16 in the Brooklyn Trail Building, in any staff office! 

Be sure to RSVP HERE on eventbrite. This event is opened to anyone in the UW Community.

Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session – Feb. 18

The next Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session is Wednesday Feb 18, at 2:30 pm via Zoom. 

Public Service and Policy is a new interdisciplinary major designed to bring students to a deeper understanding of their roles in public service, the creation and implementation of public policy, and civic health. There is no more important work than engaging young people in strengthening our democratic system.   

Public Service and Policy is a minimum requirement major:   

• 45 college credits with a min 2.0 GPA  
• 2.00 in PUBPOL 201 Intro to Public Policy & Governance 

You can find more information about the major on the website here and the link to the information session. While the Declare the Major form on our website is always available, we will process invitations to join the major at least once per quarter and the cutoff date for autumn is April 17, 2026.  

Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!

Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Submit your work to Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University! They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music—if an Honors student creates it, they’ll consider it! 

The Palouse Review would love to receive submissions from Honors students at the University of Washington. The deadline for submissions is March 22nd, 2026. 

Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17

The Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is now open!

Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives, and inspires them to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

The program has enabled students to travel to every corner of the globe during their Summer Voyages– from Bolivia to work on gender-based violence prevention trainings, to Alaska to learn about indigenous approaches to climate resilience, to Morocco to support migrant education initiatives, and many places in between. The Voyager Scholarship has exposed students to meaningful learning opportunities and ways to engage with the world that would not otherwise be possible. The scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students’ junior and senior years, a $10,000 stipend, and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to pursue a summer work-travel experience between junior and senior year. 

Link to register for an upcoming Voyager information session.

The application closes on March 17, 2026. Open to 2nd-year students or those transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their 2026-2027 junior academic year. 

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is hosting an application writing and feedback workshop on February 18. We are happy to support students on their Voyager Scholarship applications!

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)! SIAH offers an opportunity for undergraduates to engage in scholarly research with accomplished scholars and peers while earning full-time academic credit. Student participants will receive a $7,500 scholarship, develop research related to an interdisciplinary theme, and formally present their work at a closing symposium. 

This year’s theme is Seattle’s World Cup: Storytelling Through Community Mapping, will be developed and taught by Professors Caley Cook and Ron Krabill along with Ph.D. candidate Yasir Zaidan: 

As they hype around Seattle’s hosting of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup continue to build, we often hear that “the world is coming to Seattle!” But what does that really mean? The 2026 Summer Institute will use innovative community mapping alongside other arts and humanities methodologies (which could include photo and video essays, podcasts, journalistic reporting, blogging, etc.) to tell stories surrounding Seattle’s experience of the World Cup.  

We hope that you consider applying for this terrific research and learning opportunity! If you have any questions, please email us at undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

2026 UW Environmental Career Fair

Registration is live for the 2026 UW Environmental Career Fair, taking plan on Thursday, February 12 from 12pm-3pm in the HUB north ballroom.

Register on Handshake for the Environmental Career Fair

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, February 12th
• Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: The HUB North Ballroom

Learn more on our Environment Career Fair website or email us at envjobs@uw.edu.

Summer Research with IoT4Ag

Are you interested in the societal grand challenge of food, energy, and water security? The IoT4Ag Engineering Research Center creates Internet of Things technologies for precision agriculture.

We are looking for summer undergraduate researchers! Students from 2- and 4-year institutions who are majoring in science and engineering degree programs will spend 10 weeks during May–August contributing to cutting-edge research related to sensors, robotics, and collecting and analyzing data to increase crop production using fewer resources.

Applications are reviewed, and offers made, on a rolling basis (deadline: February 27, 2026). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must not graduate before September 2026.

IoT4Ag REU Program:
REU webpage with details and application portal (https://iot4ag.us/reu-program/).

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!

The Udall Scholarship is a $7,000 scholarship for sophomores and juniors who are committed to making a difference in either the environment or Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Policy or Native Healthcare. US citizenship or permanent residency required. Four nominations are available for students committed to environmental careers and four for students interested in Tribal Policy/Native Healthcare.

UW Nomination required, apply here (https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/778)

National application deadline: March 4, 2026

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

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Honors Events & Opportunities

• 2026 Honors International Access Scholarship Application Now Open!
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program
• Honors Study Abroad 2026 Info Sessions
  • Peru – Feb. 11
  • Japan – Feb. 12

Early Fall Start Summer Abroad Programs are due Sunday, February 15th!

Events

• Donate Books at the Men’s Basketball Game on February 11th!
• Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe – Feb. 19
• Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session – Feb. 18
• UW Environmental Career Fair – Feb. 12

Interesting Courses

• LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW (Spring 2026)
• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Friday Harbor Labs Info Sessions Feb. 5 & 6
• Apply for the UW Undergraduate Research Symposium by February 12th
• Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE)
• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Summer Research with IoT4Ag
• Apply to the Environmental Innovation Challenge! Upcoming Info Sessions + Events + Resources
• Join Bartering Club

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects
• Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Initiative
• 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)
• BAM Labor Internship

Other Opportunities

• BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events
• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Student workshops: storytelling, interviews, and AI
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17
• Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students
• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!
• Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!
• OMSFA Events & Scholarships

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

2026 Honors International Access Scholarship Application Now Open!

We are excited to share a special scholarship opportunity for UW Honors students participating in an Honors-sponsored study abroad program in 2026! 

Honors students who have applied to one of the summer or early fall Honors-sponsored study abroad programs (see full list at honors.uw.edu/study-abroad) are eligible to apply for the 2026 Honors International Access Scholarship. Read on for eligibility and disbursal details.

Scholarship details:

• $1,000 award
• 2 awards available
• Eligibility:
  • Current, active student in Interdisciplinary and/or Departmental Honors at UW Seattle.
  • All years (rising second year through seniors).
  • Awardees must be current students at UW Seattle and actively enrolled for credit in the study abroad indicated in order to receive the award.
  • There are no residency or citizenship requirements for this award.
• Students selected for this award must apply to, be accepted into, and contract with the 2026 Honors-sponsored study abroad program listed in their scholarship application. 
• The award will be disbursed at the beginning of summer quarter 2026 to selected students after we have verified that they have contracted with that program via UW Study Abroad.

Apply here by February 23, 2026, at 9:00 am: honors.uw.edu/study-abroad/.

Scholarship decision notifications will happen by March 16, 2026.

BASW Application Now Open and Upcoming Events

The BA in Social Welfare (BASW) application is now LIVE! 

Applications are open until April 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST). This is a great major for students passionate about serving their communities and advancing social, racial, and economic justice.

 Access to BASW Application

For transfer students, remind them the UW Transfer Application is due February 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM (PST).

Access  to UW Transfer Application 

Upcoming Events

• Earn Your BASW (Virtual Info Session) – Thu, Feb 5, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Learn about social work, the BASW program, and resources. [Register Here]
• Heart to Heart: Chat with a Social Worker – Fri, Feb 13, 1:00–2:00 PM (PST) | ECC Chicano Room – Connect with admissions, students, and alumni. [Register Here]
• Law, Policy, and Social Impact Panel – Thu, Feb 19, 4:00–5:00 PM (PST) – Explore career paths and majors. [Register Here]
• Oral Health and Social Justice – Thu, Feb 26, 6:00–7:00 PM (PST) – Hear from Melanie Morris, PhD, LICSW, on equity in oral health. [Register Here]
• BASW Application Workshop – Wed, Mar 4, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Tips and resources for a strong application. [Register Here]
• BASW Last-Minute Drop-In – Mon, Apr 13, 5:00–6:00 PM (PST) – Last-minute tips and Q&A before the deadline. [Register Here]

Students interested in learning more can book a virtual advising appointment.

Friday Harbor Labs Info Sessions Feb. 5 & 6

Interested in marine science? Want to gain hands-on research experience? Learn more about Friday Harbor Labs Autumn 2026 programming!

Info Sessions will be held in FSH 207 on February 5 & 6

Pelagic Ecosystem Function

15-credit research apprenticeship focusing on the Salish Sea pelagic (open-water) ecosystem

Guest speaker: Dr. Alex Marquez

Thursday, February 5, 12:30 – 1:30pm | FSH 207

Autumn Marine Studies

Advanced marine ecology, marine organismal anatomy, and marine mammal biology

Guest speaker: Dr. Marjorie Wonham

Friday, February 6, 1:30 – 2:30pm | FSH 207

RSVP for a slice of pizza!

See Course Descriptions for more details on courses offered

Contact Maia Kreis fhlstudents@uw.edu with questions!

Are you passionate about research? Ready to share your discoveries with others? Here’s your chance! The UW Office of Undergraduate Research is thrilled to invite you to participate in the 29th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium on May 15th, 2026, where you can showcase your work and engage with a vibrant community of scholars.  

Whether your project is in the sciences, humanities, arts, or any other field, we welcome all disciplines. Students at all stages in the research process are encouraged to present and your research project does not have to be fully complete to participate. Don’t miss this chance to shine a spotlight on your research and connect with fellow scholars, submit your application by Thursday, February 12th at 11:59PM. 

Learn more about the application on our website, where you can also find a recording and the slides from the info session. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

Donate Books at the Men’s Basketball Game on February 11th!

UW Athletics is hosting a book drive on February 11th in their “Fight for Literacy” game against Penn State at 7PM at Alaska Airlines Arena. Collection bins will be ready at each entrance to the arena. 

This book drive aims to collect children’s books to serve a variety of populations throughout Seattle. The collected books will be distributed to children’s organizations like Page Ahead, Mary’s Place, Treehouse, and Kidvantage. 

Books we are looking for:

• Children’s Books
• Any books for people under the age of 22
• Non-religious, non-holiday books
• New or like new books

Hope to see you at the game! Bring your friends and your favorite books! If you have any questions, please email anikan4@uw.edu!

LEAD 498 – Academic Leadership at the UW

How the university really works | Spring Quarter 2026 | SLN 21254

Are you curious about how the university works? How do Deans, Chancellors, and other administrators use their personal values to drive important UW decisions? 

In LEAD 498, you will learn directly from the University’s top leadership team. Speakers will come in to share their perspectives on what leadership skills are necessary and how they develop them. This CR/NC class will meet once a week Wednesdays 3:30-5:20 pm in Paccar 394.  

Intended for students interested in the leadership minor, but open to all students. 

Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe – Feb. 19

We are excited to invite you to our 2nd Annual SI Salon, Unapologetic Threads: Weaving Your Identity Into Your Wardrobe. That will take place on February 19, 2026 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm in the Intellectual House. 

This event will be led by two fashion designers, Nazia Siddiqui and Frilancy Hoyle, who will discuss what it means to be women of color and how to dress authentically while remaining professional. They will then join us for a clothing swap and help you individually build outfits that are authentically you!

CLOTHING SWAP! This is not required to do to attend, but strongly encouraged that if you have any gently used clothes you no longer want and drop them off at any SI office, just make sure everything is clean before donating. On the day of the SI Salon, February 19, join us for a clothing swap where you can browse and pick out new pieces. Nazia and Frilancy will be there to style outfits and create new looks! Even if you can’t drop off clothes, you can still participate in the swap! 

Drop off your clothes any day before February 16 in the Brooklyn Trail Building, in any staff office! 

Be sure to RSVP HERE on eventbrite. This event is opened to anyone in the UW Community.

Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session – Feb. 18

The next Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session is Wednesday Feb 18, at 2:30 pm via Zoom. 

Public Service and Policy is a new interdisciplinary major designed to bring students to a deeper understanding of their roles in public service, the creation and implementation of public policy, and civic health. There is no more important work than engaging young people in strengthening our democratic system.   

Public Service and Policy is a minimum requirement major:   

• 45 college credits with a min 2.0 GPA  
• 2.00 in PUBPOL 201 Intro to Public Policy & Governance 

You can find more information about the major on the website here and the link to the information session. While the Declare the Major form on our website is always available, we will process invitations to join the major at least once per quarter and the cutoff date for autumn is April 17, 2026.  

Submit to The Palouse Review, an online Honors Publication at WSU!

Have you ever wanted to submit your work to a literary arts journal? Submit your work to Palouse Review, an online Honors publication at Washington State University! They publish a wide variety of original work by Honors students, including scholarship, creative writing, visual art, and music—if an Honors student creates it, they’ll consider it! 

The Palouse Review would love to receive submissions from Honors students at the University of Washington. The deadline for submissions is March 22nd, 2026. 

Voyager Scholarship for Public Service due 3/17

The Obama Foundation’s Voyager Scholarship for Public Service is now open!

Started by the Obamas and Brian Chesky, the CEO and co-founder of Airbnb, the Voyager Scholarship gives students with demonstrated financial need a deeper understanding of the issues they are passionate about, exposes them to new communities and perspectives, and inspires them to solve the world’s biggest challenges.

The program has enabled students to travel to every corner of the globe during their Summer Voyages– from Bolivia to work on gender-based violence prevention trainings, to Alaska to learn about indigenous approaches to climate resilience, to Morocco to support migrant education initiatives, and many places in between. The Voyager Scholarship has exposed students to meaningful learning opportunities and ways to engage with the world that would not otherwise be possible. The scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students’ junior and senior years, a $10,000 stipend, and free housing in Airbnb listings (up to $4,200) to pursue a summer work-travel experience between junior and senior year. 

Link to register for an upcoming Voyager information session.

The application closes on March 17, 2026. Open to 2nd-year students or those transferring from a two-year to a four-year college for their 2026-2027 junior academic year. 

The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is hosting an application writing and feedback workshop on February 18. We are happy to support students on their Voyager Scholarship applications!

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.

There are two scholarships available from the Martin Family Foundation, with different application cycles and timelines:

1. Open now for early planners (2027-28 transfers): The Martin Family Foundation Achievement Scholarship application is now available. Deadline for applications is April 7, 2026.
   1. This scholarship is open to WA resident students who have another year of full-time enrollment left to complete at their WA community college during 2026-27 and are looking forward to transferring to UW Seattle during the 2027-28 academic year (summer 2027 or later). 
   2. The scholarship provides $5,000 during the final year at community college (2026-27) and $12,000/year for up to 3 years at UW Seattle (contingent upon admission) starting in 2027.
   3. This scholarship program typically receives a small number of applications (~20) for the 2-4 scholarships available. For those who can plan ahead, this is a good opportunity!
   4. Please see full eligibility and application details here.
   5. Direct link to the Martin Achievement Scholarship online application portal.

2. Will open in May for students planning to transfer this year: The Martin Family Foundation Honors Scholarship application will be available May 1-July 1, 2026.
   1. 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.
   2. This scholarship provides $12,000/year for students once admitted to UW Seattle (contingent upon admission).
   3. Please see full eligibility and application details here. 
   4. 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.

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE)

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE), an on-campus RSO dedicated to expanding education access inside prisons, is exploring different intersectional identities that incarcerated people hold during Prisoner Solidarity Month. 

HOPE is collaborating with American Sign Language Club for our first event in the series, Disability and d/Deaf Incarcerated Justice on Monday, Feb. 9th from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm. 

The event will feature speaker Ben Wright, a Deaf man who is the Director of Disability Access in Prison Education and of Stop the Stigma, a national conference on disability, incarceration, and education. He also serves as President of the Board of the Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network.

Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Initiative

The Institute for Good Government and Inclusion (IGGI)’s HEAL (Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership) Initiative is currently accepting applications.

The IGGI HEAL (Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership) Initiative in Mental Health recruits and organizes students to participate in a 15-week or semester-long undergraduate fellowship (3-6 hours a week) that trains and empowers students to become leaders in mental health first aid, peer support, and community healing.

During the fellowship, through workshops, mentorship, and collaborative projects, fellows explore innovative approaches to peer support, develop mental health programming, and engage in community-based research and advocacy. Open to undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines, this fellowship is an educational and professional development opportunity centered on mental health advocacy. Standard fees for training and the fellowship are at no cost to participants as they are covered by supporting organizations. 

Even if you are not interested in the fellowship opportunity, we encourage you to sign up for a training session (free of charge, thanks to our partner organizations’ generosity) and become Mental Health First Aid certified. 

How to apply:

The Spring 2026 IGGI HEAL Initiative Cohort will begin February 18, 2026. Applications are processed on a rolling basis but the priority deadline is February 6th, 2026 (11:59pm).

You may use the following link to indicate your interest in the Fellowship and/or Mental Health First Aid training and certification. **Fellowship applications must be formally submitted to healinitiative@thinkiggi.com with all required materials (resume + cover letter). 

In your cover letter, please include your contact information and respond to at least two of the following questions:

• Why are you interested in becoming a HEAL Fellow and how will it advance your career goals?
• How do you imagine using Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training in your community or professional life?
• In what ways do your values align with the mission of the HEAL Initiative and the Institute for Good Government and Inclusion (www.thinkiggi.com)?

2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)! SIAH offers an opportunity for undergraduates to engage in scholarly research with accomplished scholars and peers while earning full-time academic credit. Student participants will receive a $7,500 scholarship, develop research related to an interdisciplinary theme, and formally present their work at a closing symposium. 

This year’s theme is Seattle’s World Cup: Storytelling Through Community Mapping, will be developed and taught by Professors Caley Cook and Ron Krabill along with Ph.D. candidate Yasir Zaidan: 

As they hype around Seattle’s hosting of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup continue to build, we often hear that “the world is coming to Seattle!” But what does that really mean? The 2026 Summer Institute will use innovative community mapping alongside other arts and humanities methodologies (which could include photo and video essays, podcasts, journalistic reporting, blogging, etc.) to tell stories surrounding Seattle’s experience of the World Cup.  

Key Program Details: 

• Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
  • 2026 SIAH Application Information 
• Information Sessions: February 10 (In-Person) and February 11 (Virtual)
  • Information Session Sign-Up 

We hope that you consider applying for this terrific research and learning opportunity! If you have any questions, please email us at undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Apply to the Environmental Innovation Challenge! Upcoming Info Sessions + Events + Resources

The application for the 2026 Environmental Innovation Challenge is open! Starting now, you will have plenty of time to ask questions and perfect your entry in advance of the deadline on February 9.

The annual Environmental Innovation Challenge is an exciting extracurricular experience that gives students the opportunity to come up with meaningful solutions to big problems the world faces related to climate and the environment. The competition is open to undergrad and graduate students at accredited colleges and universities across the Cascadia Corridor – Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia, as well as Alaska.

We have a variety of resources and events available to help student teams prepare their EIC application:

1. Form a Team, Find a Team
   • Connect with potential team members or find a team to join by attending our weekly Team Tuesday lunch meetups. Past EIC entries will be available to view during these in-person events. 
   • Check this EIC “Form a Team” page for students looking for team members and/or teams to join
2. Resources
   • Learn about Past Participants and Prize Winners: View the EIC “yearbook” page all the way back to 2018 for full lists of participating teams and a snapshot of what they were working on. Read about the winning projects from the 2025 and 2024 Challenges on our blog.

Office Hours with Lauren Brohawn

Unclear about the logistics of the competition or the eligibility of your idea? Schedule time (or email brohal@uw.edu to schedule) to get your questions answered!

Buerk Center Resource Lab: The Buerk Center has vetted countless startup resources and pulled out what we consider to be the best materials to help you achieve your startup goals.

Start your application today!

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

2026 UW Environmental Career Fair

Registration is live for the 2026 UW Environmental Career Fair, taking plan on Thursday, February 12 from 12pm-3pm in the HUB north ballroom.

Register on Handshake for the Environmental Career Fair

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, February 12th
• Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: The HUB North Ballroom

Learn more on our Environment Career Fair website or email us at envjobs@uw.edu.

Summer Research with IoT4Ag

Are you interested in the societal grand challenge of food, energy, and water security? The IoT4Ag Engineering Research Center creates Internet of Things technologies for precision agriculture.

We are looking for summer undergraduate researchers! Students from 2- and 4-year institutions who are majoring in science and engineering degree programs will spend 10 weeks during May–August contributing to cutting-edge research related to sensors, robotics, and collecting and analyzing data to increase crop production using fewer resources.

Applications are reviewed, and offers made, on a rolling basis (deadline: February 27, 2026). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must not graduate before September 2026.

IoT4Ag REU Program:
REU webpage with details and application portal (https://iot4ag.us/reu-program/).

BAM Labor Internship

The UW Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies is thrilled to announce that applications for the Building a Movement (BAM) Labor Internship (Spring 2026) are now OPEN. Applications are DUE Feb 9 (Mon) 11:59pm PT. You can learn more about the positions we’re offering this year at https://labor.washington.edu/BAM.

The BAM Internship is a paid internship program that connects undergraduate students at the University of Washington with the local labor movement, through partnerships with community organizations engaged with this work on a variety of levels. The internship will take place during Spring 2026.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to BAM Coordinator, Soohyung Hur (hursh@uw.edu). 

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Winter Quarter Workshops

Welcome to Winter Quarter and Happy New Year! If students are looking for a low-stress way to get a jump start this quarter, gesture is offering a series of workshops:

Vibe Coding Sprint | Sponsored by v0

This workshop is a fast-paced sprint where students learn how to work with AI to turn messy ideas into a usable prototype. Students begin with a short scenario (their “case”) and use AI as a creative partner to design a deliverable that solves a realistic professional problem.

Participants practice judgment, storytelling, and decision-making as a team, focusing on what matters most rather than perfect polish. No technical or coding experience is required.

Each sprint introduces a new case, a new question, and a new way to test how AI can turn ideas into action. This sprint is supported by v0, giving students hands-on experience with the kinds of AI tools used to turn ideas into working products.

• Thursday, February 12 | 4:30–6:30 PM | Condon 401 | Click here to sign up

Note: The 2/12 Vibe Coding Sprint is not sponsored by v0.
To learn more about v0, click here.

Learn More About gesture

Students can also explore gesture’s work and thinking through our newest episode of UNHIREABLE: What AI Exposes About Learning

In this episode, Kevin and Matt sit down with Professor Anis Bawarshi (UW English) to discuss AI in early career and learning. Anis introduces the distinction between “knowing how,” “knowing that,” and “knowing with,” and how these metacognitive skills help students adapt learning across contexts and use AI effectively.

Watch on YouTube | Listen on Spotify

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!

The Udall Scholarship is a $7,000 scholarship for sophomores and juniors who are committed to making a difference in either the environment or Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Policy or Native Healthcare. US citizenship or permanent residency required. Four nominations are available for students committed to environmental careers and four for students interested in Tribal Policy/Native Healthcare.

UW Nomination required, apply here (https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/778)

National application deadline: March 4, 2026

OMSFA Events & Scholarships

OMSFA’s New Website!

We’ve launched our new OMSFA website! Some key highlights: 

• In the “Prepare” Column, you can:
  • Click on “Start Here,” which includes:
    • Explore
    • Get & stay organized
    • Timelines
• In the “Search” Column, you can:
  • Find OMSFA’s scholarship database
  • Review our “Glossary” terms – new!
  • Click through our scholarship “Guides” – new!
    • Guides include: STEM, Arts, International experience, Public service, Summer experiences, Language study, Transfer students, and more!
  • In the “Featured Scholarships” Column, you can:
    • Look through popular scholarships that OMSFA often supports students on
      • Click on “Featured Scholarships ➡️ View All
      • Use: Search Text Box
      • Filters: Select eligibility, other requirements, focus, fields
  • In the “Student Stories” column, you can:
    • Read News & highlights from our office 
    • Student profiles categorized by award, and includes application tips

Featured Opportunities

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters | Deadlines: varied, through January 2026

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) programs are offered by multiple higher education institutions across various EU countries. These programs are 2-year, multi-country master’s degrees with joint/multiple degrees, and competitive scholarships that cover tuition, travel, and living expenses. Review the Erasmus Mundus Catalogue, to learn what is available in 2026-2027. 

Ellison Institute of Technology | Final Deadline: February 1

Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) provides fully-funded doctoral (DPhil/PhD) study at the University of Oxford, where students directly contribute to progressing an EIT project to solve some of humanity’s most enduring challenges. Final deadline: February 1, 2026.

Puget Sound Association of Phi Beta Kappa | Deadline: February 15

PSA-PBK offers up to three undergraduate scholarships of $3,000 each, as well as the Myra Lupton scholarship in the amount of $3,500 for a first-generation college student.  Applicants do not have to be members of Phi Beta Kappa. Undergraduate Scholarship GPA minimum requirement: 3.8. Myra Lupton Scholarship GPA minimum requirement: 3.4.  

Other Opportunities

UW Food Pantry

Provides food to students, staff, and faculty who may be experiencing short-term food insecurity.  It could be the result of a short-term disruption in finances, a food desert in the local community, or a lack of access to other financial assistance. 

Location: Poplar Hall, 210 | Check website for updated hours.  

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

Bartering Club is also hosting a swap meet on February 10-11th, from 11 AM to 3 PM, outside the HUB during the HUB Maker’s Fair. Bring clothes, trinkets, or whatever else you want to trade! The swap meet will operate on a “take what you want, leave what you don’t” basis — feel free just to come by and browse even if you don’t have anything to bring.

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Honors Events & Opportunities

• Honors 100 Peer Facilitator Applications due 1/28/26!
• Honors Second Year Admission Applications due 4/8/26!
• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program
• Honors Study Abroad 2026 Info Sessions
  • Peru – Feb. 3 & Feb. 11
  • Japan – Feb. 12

Events

• UW Seattle 2026 In-Person Winter Job & Internship Fair – Feb.4
• UW Environmental Career Fair – Feb. 12

Interesting Courses

• ENVIR 200 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (Spring 2026)

Club & Research Opportunities

• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Summer Research with IoT4Ag
• Apply to the Environmental Innovation Challenge! Upcoming Info Sessions + Events + Resources
• Join Bartering Club!

Job & Internship Opportunities

• Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects
• Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Initiative
• 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)
• ADAI Summer Internship Program – Apply Now!
• BAM Labor Internship

Other Opportunities

• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Student workshops: storytelling, interviews, and AI
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!
• Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!
• Apply for UW nomination to the Beinecke Scholarship for juniors in arts, humanities & social science fields: UW deadline Jan. 30, 2026!
• OMSFA Events & Scholarships

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

Interdisciplinary Honors Second Year Admission

Do you know someone who would be a good fit for Interdisciplinary Honors? Invite them to apply for second year admission!

Current UW students may apply for admission to Interdisciplinary Honors in the spring of their first year at the University of Washington via the Second-year admission process. If selected, students begin Honors coursework in autumn of their second year.

The Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum explores diverse ways of thinking across disciplines and encourages students to see the relationships between their academic pursuits and the rest of their personal and professional lives. In addition to featuring small and engaging interdisciplinary Honors courses, we emphasize the importance of experiential learning, reflection, and a broad understanding of the interconnectedness of knowledge.

More than just a curriculum, the Honors Husky community is a group of students, alumni, faculty, staff and community partners from all different areas of knowledge. What they have in common is boundless curiosity; a willingness to sit with ambiguity and to share their own experiences and understanding; enthusiasm for going beyond degree requirements for deeper and broader engagement. Many Honors students are eager to make an impact as they learn.

Application deadline: 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 

UW Seattle 2026 In-Person Winter Job & Internship Fair

ENVIR 200 SLN 21119 Sustainability and Environmental Justice (5) SSc, DIV

M/W, 2:30 – 4:20pm in IEB G109

Explore sustainability and environmental justice as responses to social and environmental challenges. Investigate the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm, and how solutions can exacerbate inequalities. Critically evaluate synergies and tensions between sustainability and justice, considering how different perspectives inform pathways toward a more just and sustainable future. This version of the course focuses on visions of Earth’s future, and the challenges of reconciling planetary scale with lived experience.

Summer 2026 Partners in the Parks^® Projects

Registration is now open for Partners in the Parks^®, NCHC’s immersive summer projects designed for honors students seeking hands-on learning, service, and adventure in national parks across the country.

Space is limited for each project and registration deadlines vary. Full details, eligibility information, and registration links are available on the NCHC website.

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE)

Huskies for Opportunities in Prison Education (HOPE), an on-campus RSO dedicated to expanding education access inside prisons, is exploring different intersectional identities that incarcerated people hold during Prisoner Solidarity Month. 

HOPE is collaborating with American Sign Language Club for our first event in the series, Disability and d/Deaf Incarcerated Justice on Monday, Feb. 9th from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm. 

The event will feature speaker Ben Wright, a Deaf man who is the Director of Disability Access in Prison Education and of Stop the Stigma, a national conference on disability, incarceration, and education. He also serves as President of the Board of the Formerly Incarcerated College Graduates Network.

Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership (HEAL) Initiative

The Institute for Good Government and Inclusion (IGGI)’s HEAL (Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership) Initiative is currently accepting applications.

The IGGI HEAL (Health Empowerment through Advocacy and Leadership) Initiative in Mental Health recruits and organizes students to participate in a 15-week or semester-long undergraduate fellowship (3-6 hours a week) that trains and empowers students to become leaders in mental health first aid, peer support, and community healing.

During the fellowship, through workshops, mentorship, and collaborative projects, fellows explore innovative approaches to peer support, develop mental health programming, and engage in community-based research and advocacy. Open to undergraduate and graduate students from all disciplines, this fellowship is an educational and professional development opportunity centered on mental health advocacy. Standard fees for training and the fellowship are at no cost to participants as they are covered by supporting organizations. 

Even if you are not interested in the fellowship opportunity, we encourage you to sign up for a training session (free of charge, thanks to our partner organizations’ generosity) and become Mental Health First Aid certified. 

How to apply:

The Spring 2026 IGGI HEAL Initiative Cohort will begin February 18, 2026. Applications are processed on a rolling basis but the priority deadline is February 6th, 2026 (11:59pm).

You may use the following link to indicate your interest in the Fellowship and/or Mental Health First Aid training and certification. **Fellowship applications must be formally submitted to healinitiative@thinkiggi.com with all required materials (resume + cover letter). 

In your cover letter, please include your contact information and respond to at least two of the following questions:

• Why are you interested in becoming a HEAL Fellow and how will it advance your career goals?
• How do you imagine using Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training in your community or professional life?
• In what ways do your values align with the mission of the HEAL Initiative and the Institute for Good Government and Inclusion (www.thinkiggi.com)?

2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)

The Office of Undergraduate Research is pleased to announce the call for applications for the 2026 Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities (SIAH)! SIAH offers an opportunity for undergraduates to engage in scholarly research with accomplished scholars and peers while earning full-time academic credit. Student participants will receive a $7,500 scholarship, develop research related to an interdisciplinary theme, and formally present their work at a closing symposium. 

This year’s theme is Seattle’s World Cup: Storytelling Through Community Mapping, will be developed and taught by Professors Caley Cook and Ron Krabill along with Ph.D. candidate Yasir Zaidan: 

As they hype around Seattle’s hosting of the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup continue to build, we often hear that “the world is coming to Seattle!” But what does that really mean? The 2026 Summer Institute will use innovative community mapping alongside other arts and humanities methodologies (which could include photo and video essays, podcasts, journalistic reporting, blogging, etc.) to tell stories surrounding Seattle’s experience of the World Cup.  

Key Program Details: 

• Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
  • 2026 SIAH Application Information 
• Information Sessions: February 10 (In-Person) and February 11 (Virtual)
  • Information Session Sign-Up 

We hope that you consider applying for this terrific research and learning opportunity! If you have any questions, please email us at undergradresearch@uw.edu.  

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Fall Kickoff Event 📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026 🕓 4:00–6:00 PM 📍 Mary Gates Hall, Room 171

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026. 

We have three main funds students can apply to.. 

1) The Osheroff and Clark Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Undergraduate and graduate students 

·  Priority to projects focusing on promoting social change through direct action 

·  Approximately $5,000 available to distribute 

2) The Mack and Mayerfeld Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority to study and/or research about human rights 

·  Approximately $4,300 available to distribute 

3) The Dr. Lisa Sable Brown Fund provides financial resources for…

·  Graduate students 

·  Priority given to research that advocates for the abolition of modern day slavery in its many forms

·  Approximately $2,100 available to distribute 

You can find more info on our website here, including registration for upcoming info sessions, and reports from past fund recipients.

Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program!

Looking for a low-stakes way to get support from and build community with your peers while developing critical mentor and mentee relationship experience? Consider joining the Honors Peer Mentoring Program! We hold 3-4 events in a quarter, focusing on social outings, academics, and professional/career development.

Why be a mentee: As you begin your UW and college career, form community and long-lasting connections with other Honors students in a non-classroom setting. Build networking skills and practice reaching out to folks with questions.

Why be a mentor: Throughout your time at UW, you’ve connected with many different parts of the college experience (Honors, your major, extracurriculars, UW resources, social life, etc.) and have the potential to help other students who are in similar situations. Practice communicating your experiences, form a lasting connection within the Honors community, and make friends outside your normal social circle.

Are you interested in the events, but can’t commit to being a mentor or mentee for the quarter? We encourage you to join in on our events anyway! We encourage the Honors Community to join in on our events and help contribute and learn from each other!

Learn more about Honors Mentoring at the HPMP Website.

Interest forms are linked here:

Winter 2026 Mentor Form

Winter 2026 Mentee Form

Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!

This opportunity supports students in an ISF-supported field who will be pursuing their studies as full-time students during the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship mobilizes financial resources for students who demonstrate strong leadership potential, excellent communication skills, alignment with ISF’s mission and vision, and a commitment to impacting public opinion.

📌 Deadline: March 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM PST

Apply to the Environmental Innovation Challenge! Upcoming Info Sessions + Events + Resources

The application for the 2026 Environmental Innovation Challenge is open! Starting now, you will have plenty of time to ask questions and perfect your entry in advance of the deadline on February 9.

The annual Environmental Innovation Challenge is an exciting extracurricular experience that gives students the opportunity to come up with meaningful solutions to big problems the world faces related to climate and the environment. The competition is open to undergrad and graduate students at accredited colleges and universities across the Cascadia Corridor – Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia, as well as Alaska.

We have a variety of resources and events available to help student teams prepare their EIC application:

1.  In-Person | Tuesday, February 3, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM (stay for Team Tuesday directly)
   • Register: https://washington.startuptree.co/event/s/NZmkFqWDqHf24ifQt8wzYP/Info-Session%253A-Environmental-Innovation-Challenge
2. Find inspiration for an EIC idea at these events:
   • Carbon Removal Workshop | Friday, January 30 at 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
3. Form a Team, Find a Team
   • Connect with potential team members or find a team to join by attending our weekly Team Tuesday lunch meetups. Past EIC entries will be available to view during these in-person events. 
   • Check this EIC “Form a Team” page for students looking for team members and/or teams to join
4. Resources
   • Learn about Past Participants and Prize Winners: View the EIC “yearbook” page all the way back to 2018 for full lists of participating teams and a snapshot of what they were working on. Read about the winning projects from the 2025 and 2024 Challenges on our blog.

Office Hours with Lauren Brohawn

Unclear about the logistics of the competition or the eligibility of your idea? Schedule time (or email brohal@uw.edu to schedule) to get your questions answered!

Buerk Center Resource Lab: The Buerk Center has vetted countless startup resources and pulled out what we consider to be the best materials to help you achieve your startup goals.

Start your application today!

Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)

The Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM) application is open for Autumn 2026 start! Deadline for submission is April 15, 2026. 

Students can attend regularly scheduled Information Sessions or Application workshops or schedule a meeting with Briana Nino (HIHIM Program Adviser) at this link to learn more about the degree!

2026 UW Environmental Career Fair

Registration is live for the 2026 UW Environmental Career Fair, taking plan on Thursday, February 12 from 12pm-3pm in the HUB north ballroom.

Register on Handshake for the Environmental Career Fair

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday, February 12th
• Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Location: The HUB North Ballroom

Learn more on our Environment Career Fair website or email us at envjobs@uw.edu.

Honors 100 Peer Facilitator Applications due 1/28/26!

Are you interested in becoming more involved in the Honors Program and developing leadership, community building, and stronger communication skills? Excited to help mentor students new to UW and to Honors? Or maybe you’re looking for a great way to meet your leadership or service experiential learning requirement? 

Apply to be an Honors Peer Facilitator in Honors 100! Peer Facilitator applications have been extended and are due January 28, 2026 via online submission.

The Peer Facilitator Program is a great opportunity for current Honors students to engage with our incoming class of Honors students and become leaders in our community. As a Peer Facilitator you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop a supportive community with other Peer Facilitators through collaborative meetings and retreats
• Develop leadership and facilitation skills while leading one section of 12-18 registered Honors 100 students four times throughout Autumn Quarter
• Have fun and provide mentorship and support to our newest Honors students in the autumn quarter 
• Support students through their Honors 100 assignments which engages them in interdisciplinary learning and the Honors Program curriculum

Any current student in the Interdisciplinary Honors Program that has completed Honors 100 is eligible to apply. In the meantime, more information about the Peer Facilitator role can also be found on the Honors website. You can also reach out to honors100@uw.edu if you have any questions. 

Summer Research with IoT4Ag

Are you interested in the societal grand challenge of food, energy, and water security? The IoT4Ag Engineering Research Center creates Internet of Things technologies for precision agriculture.

We are looking for summer undergraduate researchers! Students from 2- and 4-year institutions who are majoring in science and engineering degree programs will spend 10 weeks during May–August contributing to cutting-edge research related to sensors, robotics, and collecting and analyzing data to increase crop production using fewer resources.

Applications are reviewed, and offers made, on a rolling basis (deadline: February 27, 2026). Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must not graduate before September 2026.

IoT4Ag REU Program:
REU webpage with details and application portal (https://iot4ag.us/reu-program/).

BAM Labor Internship

The UW Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies is thrilled to announce that applications for the Building a Movement (BAM) Labor Internship (Spring 2026) are now OPEN. Applications are DUE Feb 9 (Mon) 11:59pm PT. You can learn more about the positions we’re offering this year at https://labor.washington.edu/BAM.

The BAM Internship is a paid internship program that connects undergraduate students at the University of Washington with the local labor movement, through partnerships with community organizations engaged with this work on a variety of levels. The internship will take place during Spring 2026.

We encourage you to RSVP for one of the two information sessions we are offering:

• January 30 (Friday) 2-3pm on Zoom (link provided upon registration)

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to BAM Coordinator, Soohyung Hur (hursh@uw.edu). 

Join Project Indoor Farm!

Project IF is an indoor farming organization aimed at spreading awareness of sustainable alternatives to traditional, soil-based agriculture. We have an on-campus hydroponics farm and research space. We invite students and community members to get hands-on experience with different farming technologies and learn the process of creating their own indoor farm. After harvests, we host potlucks multiple times a quarter to cook and enjoy our produce together! Project IF is open to all majors due to the interdisciplinary nature of our work, there is a project for everyone!

Please join our discord to join our club! You can also check out our Instagram @projectindoorfarm to follow our day-to-day activities.

There is no application and no experience is required!

The farm is located in Condon Hall 147, meaning that it’s highly accessible to any Interdisciplinary Honors students living in the Honors LLC. The Husky Link page can be found here.

Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

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.

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.  

ADAI Summer Internship Program – Apply Now!

The University of Washington’s Addictions, Drug & Alcohol Institute (ADAI) is launching a new summer internship program for UW undergraduates in Seattle, WA interested in working in substance use/addictions, public health, science/health communications, and related fields! Gain project-based real-world experience and learn about substance use research, policy, and practice. Interns will have an opportunity to connect with UW faculty and staff and visit community partners working in a variety of settings.

Gain project-based real-world experience and learn about substance use research, policy, and practice. Interns will have an opportunity to connect with UW faculty and staff and visit community partners working in a variety of settings.

Applications due February 1, 2026! Learn more here.

Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB

There are several research opportunities for students at the University of Washington’s Center for the Study of Health and Risk Behaviors (CSHRB) in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. These research opportunities are a good way to explore psychology or research more generally and can be valuable for students interested in going to graduate school, medical school, or other higher education.

Below is a list of projects at the CSHRB that have openings for students this quarter and instructions on how to apply if you are interested.

The ADM Study (Active-Duty Men Who Have Sex with Men Study)

• Study Contacts: Thomas Walton, towalton@uw.edu
• Study Overview: The ADM Study is investigating alcohol use and sexual risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) currently serving in the US military.  Currently, we are conducting a survey of active-duty MSM to characterize unique military-specific risk and protective factors in this population, including sexual belief and knowledge, social norms, traumatic stress, and social support.
• RA Opportunities: I am looking for 1-2 students who are interested in supporting administration of the current online survey, which could include screening participants for eligibility, processing participation incentives, quality inspection of data, and/or developing of marketing materials. Opportunities to develop qualitative interview protocols may also be available to a student with specific interest in this area. All work would be conducted remotely.
• If Interested: please email me (Thomas Walton at towalton@uw.edu) and let me know what aspects of the project are interesting to you and what you are looking to learn or experience during your 499. (e.g. Who to contact with what information such as a resume or link to your application)

Awareness and Decision-making About Personal Tendencies (ADAPT)

• Study Contacts: Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) and Dr. Brittney Hultgren (hultgren@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: ADAPT works to recruit young adults who have recently received Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in Washington State and assess the benefits of providing a brief online personal feedback intervention on outcomes related to substance use and impaired driving.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity help test and implement a brief online intervention, communicate with SBIRT facilitators to answer questions, learn about participant recruitment, and learn about data management and basic data analyses. 
• If Interested: please reach out to Ari Lisitza (alisitza@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume/CV that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details. In your email, please include a little bit about your goals for after graduation.

Project MAX

• PI: Jennifer Cadigan; cadiganj@uw.edu 
• Study Overview: Study is developing and testing a brief online intervention to reduce alcohol misuse and increase substance-free goal directed behaviors among young adults.
• RA Opportunities: Looking for students to help with study recruitment (calling participants); conducting literature searches; students will participate in weekly lab meetings.
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Jennifer Cadigan (cadiganj@uw.edu) and send resume.

Project SELF

• Study Contact: Vyoma Shah, vyomas@uw.edu
• Study Overview:  Project SELF is an NIH-funded clinical trial testing narrative writing tasks aimed at shifting a social cognitive risk factor (drinking self-concept) for young adult alcohol misuse.
• RA Opportunities: We are looking for 3-4 students to run lab sessions and assist with other study-related tasks (such as tracking and documentation)
• If interested: Fill out our application: https://forms.gle/K7naxoXubKDs8fty9

Project Shift

• Study Contact: Dr. Jessica Blayney (jab24@uw.edu), Dr. Tracey Garcia (garciat@uw.edu), and Ty Tristao (tt88@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: SHIFT is developing and testing an online, customizable alcohol feedback intervention that allows participants to choose the referent groups they would like information on, in addition to the typical student drinking comparisons. We are currently finalizing intervention content through interviews and will then test the intervention in a small RCT. 
• RA Opportunities: RAs have the opportunity to potentially learn qualitative methods (e.g., conducting UAX interviews and other qualitative methods), beta test intervention content, develop recruitment materials, help with recruitment and retention of participants, conduct literature searches, data cleaning, and other tasks as they develop. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Blayney or Dr. Garcia and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel are relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology. In your email, please include a brief description of yourself, any relevant experience (academic or non-academic), your goals for graduation and after graduation, and the learning experiences you would like to gain while working as an RA with us. 

Project Take a Break

• Study Contacts:  Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu)
• Study Overview: This project will recruit 100 young adults to participate in a research study testing the efficacy of a tolerance break (“T-break”) guide for young adults who use cannabis.
• RA Opportunities: RAs should be able to commit at least 2 quarters to the project and may be involved with programming and testing online surveys, recruiting participants, conducting virtual information sessions with participants, literature reviews, and other related study tasks. Interested RAs may also be able to engage in research dissemination opportunities, such as preparing and presenting research at local or national conferences and/or contributing to manuscript preparation.
• If interested: Please complete this application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZqf5h-18zUJ7-LvaUExKVx_C9_MGP3v3N32Aw2Vy-9PYJhQ/viewform?usp=dialog  The application must be completed to be considered for an undergraduate research assistant position. In addition to answering the questions in this online application, please provide a recent resume or curriculum vitae. Once you finish the survey, please email Dr. Walukevich-Dienst (kwd1@uw.edu) and Makayla Dehmer (dehmem@uw.edu) letting them know you completed an application. Once your email is received, you will be considered for a position.  Please note that the use of AI for this application is prohibited. Applications that appear to use AI-assisted responses will not be considered.

Research Evaluating Sleep & Trends for Universal Prevention (RESTUP)

• Study Contacts: Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) and Nicole Fossos-Wong (njf2@uw.edu)   
• Study Overview: RestUp is a clinical trial aimed at testing the efficacy of an integrated intervention, which incorporates both elements of BASICS, a substance use intervention, and CBTi, an intervention for insomnia.
• RA Opportunities: RAs may have the opportunity to help with participant recruitment, train research study participants on daily monitoring procedures (Fitbits – Track Sleep; Breathalyzer – Track BAC), and code intervention sessions for adherence to motivational interviewing.
• If Interested: please reach out to Joey Lambuth (jlambuth@uw.edu) with a brief paragraph about yourself and a resume that details your academic/work experiences and other relevant details.

Take 5

• PI: Dr. Christine Lee: leecm@uw.edu
• Study Overview: Testing an online program for young adults to reflect on their personal goals, check in about their cannabis use, and learn strategies to reduce risks when using cannabis. 
• RA Opportunities: Develop and design recruitment (social media posts) material. Conduct Zoom call for consent and study information with participants. Participant retention and communication. Assist in programming and testing online surveys. 
• If interested: Please contact Dr. Devon Abdallah at abdallah@uw.edu and provide your CV/resume, a cover letter, and include classes you feel our relevant, e.g., statistics, psychology.

Winter Quarter Workshops

Welcome to Winter Quarter and Happy New Year! If students are looking for a low-stress way to get a jump start this quarter, gesture is offering a series of workshops:

Vibe Coding Sprint | Sponsored by v0

This workshop is a fast-paced sprint where students learn how to work with AI to turn messy ideas into a usable prototype. Students begin with a short scenario (their “case”) and use AI as a creative partner to design a deliverable that solves a realistic professional problem.

Participants practice judgment, storytelling, and decision-making as a team, focusing on what matters most rather than perfect polish. No technical or coding experience is required.

Each sprint introduces a new case, a new question, and a new way to test how AI can turn ideas into action. This sprint is supported by v0, giving students hands-on experience with the kinds of AI tools used to turn ideas into working products.

• Thursday, February 12 | 4:30–6:30 PM | Condon 401 | Click here to sign up

Note: The 2/12 Vibe Coding Sprint is not sponsored by v0.
To learn more about v0, click here.

Learn More About gesture

Students can also explore gesture’s work and thinking through our newest episode of UNHIREABLE: What AI Exposes About Learning

In this episode, Kevin and Matt sit down with Professor Anis Bawarshi (UW English) to discuss AI in early career and learning. Anis introduces the distinction between “knowing how,” “knowing that,” and “knowing with,” and how these metacognitive skills help students adapt learning across contexts and use AI effectively.

Watch on YouTube | Listen on Spotify

Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!

Applications are now being accepted for the Ottenberg-Winans Fellowship Fund. Eligible students may be enrolled in any undergraduate, graduate or professional school at the University of Washington. For UW students traveling to Africa, the fellowship can be used to support travel and related expenses, living expenses, and research materials. For African students visiting or studying at UW, funds can be used to support same expenses as well as costs related to attending the UW. Fellowships are expected to be awarded for amounts between $250 and $750.

Applications are also being accepted for the Nelson Mandela and Graca Machel Endowed Scholarship Fund. This scholarship is only available to undergraduate students who have attained junior (third-year) standing or above. Preference will be given to students pursuing majors and careers in the fields of international studies, African Studies, political science, geography or international business and economics. This scholarship will be an especially appropriate form of support for UW students who will be participating in University-sponsored foreign study opportunities in Africa. Academic achievement and financial need will be prioritized.

Applicants need only submit a single application to be considered for both the Ottenberg-Winans and the Mandela-Machel funds. If you believe your application is more appropriate to either fund based on the eligibility guidelines described above, you are welcome to mention it in your proposal.

This year’s application deadline is March 13, 2026. 

Please click this link for more information on the required materials and submission details, and if you have any questions feel free to email africa1@uw.edu. 

Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!

The Udall Scholarship is a $7,000 scholarship for sophomores and juniors who are committed to making a difference in either the environment or Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Policy or Native Healthcare. US citizenship or permanent residency required. Four nominations are available for students committed to environmental careers and four for students interested in Tribal Policy/Native Healthcare.

UW Nomination required, apply here (https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/778)

National application deadline: March 4, 2026

Apply for UW nomination to the Beinecke Scholarship for juniors in arts, humanities & social science fields planning ahead for graduate studies: UW deadline Jan. 30, 2026!

The Beinecke Scholarship seeks to encourage and enable highly motivated students to pursue graduate study in the arts, humanities and social sciences, and to be courageous in their selection of graduate programs. The scholarship provides $35,000 for a research-focused master’s or doctoral program in the arts, humanities or social sciences to juniors (based on graduation date) who have financial need.

Eligibility requirements include (please visit the website for complete details):

• Be a college junior (based on graduation date) pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
• Plan to enter a research-focused or creative-focused master’s or doctoral program in the arts, humanities or social sciences.
• Be a United States citizen, or a United States national from American Samoa or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.
• Have a documented history of receiving need-based financial aid during their undergraduate years.
• Demonstrate superior standards of intellectual ability, scholastic achievement and personal promise during their undergraduate career.

UW Applicant Information & Resources:

• UW nomination required. Students from all 3 campuses are welcome to apply for nomination.
• UW application deadline: Jan. 30, 2026, 11:59pm
• UW application and nomination information: https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/scholarships/beinecke
• UW online application form: https://new.expo.uw.edu/apply/784
• Questions? Concerns? Contact: Robin Chang, robinc@uw.edu, in the UW Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards.

OMSFA Events & Scholarships

OMSFA’s New Website!

We’ve launched our new OMSFA website! Some key highlights: 

• In the “Prepare” Column, you can:
  • Click on “Start Here,” which includes:
    • Explore
    • Get & stay organized
    • Timelines
• In the “Search” Column, you can:
  • Find OMSFA’s scholarship database
  • Review our “Glossary” terms – new!
  • Click through our scholarship “Guides” – new!
    • Guides include: STEM, Arts, International experience, Public service, Summer experiences, Language study, Transfer students, and more!
  • In the “Featured Scholarships” Column, you can:
    • Look through popular scholarships that OMSFA often supports students on
      • Click on “Featured Scholarships ➡️ View All
      • Use: Search Text Box
      • Filters: Select eligibility, other requirements, focus, fields
  • In the “Student Stories” column, you can:
    • Read News & highlights from our office 
    • Student profiles categorized by award, and includes application tips

Featured Opportunities

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters | Deadlines: varied, through January 2026

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) programs are offered by multiple higher education institutions across various EU countries. These programs are 2-year, multi-country master’s degrees with joint/multiple degrees, and competitive scholarships that cover tuition, travel, and living expenses. Review the Erasmus Mundus Catalogue, to learn what is available in 2026-2027. 

Ellison Institute of Technology | Final Deadline: February 1

Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) provides fully-funded doctoral (DPhil/PhD) study at the University of Oxford, where students directly contribute to progressing an EIT project to solve some of humanity’s most enduring challenges. Final deadline: February 1, 2026.

Puget Sound Association of Phi Beta Kappa | Deadline: February 15

PSA-PBK offers up to three undergraduate scholarships of $3,000 each, as well as the Myra Lupton scholarship in the amount of $3,500 for a first-generation college student.  Applicants do not have to be members of Phi Beta Kappa. Undergraduate Scholarship GPA minimum requirement: 3.8. Myra Lupton Scholarship GPA minimum requirement: 3.4.  

Other Opportunities

UW Food Pantry

Provides food to students, staff, and faculty who may be experiencing short-term food insecurity.  It could be the result of a short-term disruption in finances, a food desert in the local community, or a lack of access to other financial assistance. 

Location: Poplar Hall, 210 | Check website for updated hours.  

Join Bartering Club!

Bartering Club is back! Join us on Tuesdays at 5:30 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_.

Leadership Opportunity: 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 priority deadline for the application has been extended to January 31, 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

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Honors Events & Opportunities

• Join the Honors Peer Mentoring Program
• Honors Study Abroad 2026 Info Sessions
  • Japan – Jan. 22
  • Sweden – Jan. 22
  • León – Jan. 28
• Honors 100 Peer Facilitator Applications due 1/26/26!

Events

• UW Environmental Career Fair – Feb. 12

Club & Research Opportunities

• Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!
• Join Project Indoor Farm
• Upcoming Undergraduate Research Opportunities at CSHRB
• Summer Research with IoT4Ag
• Apply to the Environmental Innovation Challenge! Upcoming Info Sessions + Events + Resources
• Join Bartering Club!

Job & Internship Opportunities

• UAA Advising is hiring Peer Advisers!
• ADAI Summer Internship Program – Apply Now!
• Work Study Job Opportunities: K–5 Math and Reading Tutors Needed – The United Indians of All Tribes Foundation
• Apply for upcoming student leadership positions!
• BAM Labor Internship

Other Opportunities

• Bachelors in Health Informatics and Health Information Management (HIHIM)
• Student workshops: storytelling, interviews, and AI
• Need writing and research support? Visit the OWRC!

Scholarships

• Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects
• Apply for the Islamic Scholarship Fund (ISF) Scholarship!
• Accepting Ottenberg-Winans and Mandela-Machel applications!
• Udall Undergraduate Scholarship is OPEN for UW nominations!
• Apply for UW nomination to the Beinecke Scholarship for juniors in arts, humanities & social science fields: UW deadline Jan. 30, 2026!
• OMSFA Events & Scholarships

UW Graduation & World Cup in Seattle: Please make note that the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in Seattle on June 15th, just two days after UW’s Commencement Ceremony (June 13th). It is expected to be very difficult to find accommodations during this time. We recommend that you share this information with family and friends traveling to Seattle, and suggest that they book travel and lodging as soon as possible. You can find information about travel and lodging here. 

Participate in Cross-Campus Collaborative (Cx3)!

Are you ready to lead change on campus and beyond?

NextGen Civic Leader Corps and the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center are excited to invite you to the launch of the Cross-Campus Collaborative (CX3) Public Service Leadership Series—a new, quarterly initiative designed to bring together undergraduate students from across the University of Washington to identify the most pressing complex societal challenges facing UW students. We will provide frameworks and tools from multiple disciplines to support collaborative and creative problem solving.

What is CX3? CX3 (Cross Campus Collaborative) is a low-stakes, high-impact space for undergraduate students to co-create solutions to real issues affecting our campus community. Each session includes:

• 🗣 Facilitation & leadership training
• 🤝 Cross-campus networking
• 💡 Tabletop Breakout sessions to design community-driven solutions
• 🎤 Hands-on practice in hosting large-group dialogues

Fall Kickoff Event 📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026 🕓 4:00–6:00 PM 📍 Mary Gates Hall, Room 171

Whether you’re new to leadership or already involved in campus initiatives, CX3 is a space to grow your skills, meet new collaborators, and shape the future of UW.

Want to go deeper? Students who participate will have the opportunity to become trained facilitators, earn resume-boosting credentials, and lead future CX3 sessions and community projects.

RSVP your interest now to let your voice be heard, and be part of something powerful.

👉 RSVP Form: https://forms.gle/qvUGioeTXjRfES849

Questions? Reach out to: 📧 Dahn Bi Lee-Hong – nextgenleader@uw.edu, 📧 EJ Pinera – epinera@uw.edu

Student Funding for Human Rights Research and Projects

Are you working on human rights related research or projects and looking for funding? 

The UW Center for Human Rights has funding for undergraduate and graduate students! Funds are open to students across all three UW campuses, US citizenship or permanent resident status not required. Our application period opens February 9 – March 19, 2026, funds are dispersed during spring quarter 2026.