UW Honors | Weekly Announcements

Week 4 – Autumn 2024

Happy Week 4, Honors Huskies! Here’s another round of Honors weekly announcements…check out the links below for more information about what’s happening on campus and beyond.

Honors Events and Opportunities

Opportunities

Events

Emerging Scholars in Communication

The Emerging Scholars in Communication Program is a 4-week workshop series that aims to expand understanding of, and access to graduate education for students from underrepresented groups. Throughout this series, students will explore the what, why, and how of pursuing a PhD in Communication, learning from current graduate students and faculty about what graduate school entails, key elements of a strong application, and other considerations that could help inform students’ conception of what opportunities might be available to them after graduating. This program is intended both for students who may already be considering the possibility of pursuing graduate education, as well as for those who may not yet have the possibility of graduate school on their radar.  

While the application for this program is currently open for submissions until January 10th, 2025, we also recognize that students may want to learn more about this opportunity before submitting an application. We are planning an Information Session for Wednesday, October 23rd at 4:00pm on Zoom. This session will provide an overview of the program and give students a chance to ask any questions. Please share the registration information below with your students: 

The Emerging Scholars in Communication Program invites you to a virtual Information Session on Wednesday, October 23rd at 4:00pm to learn more about the possibility of pursuing graduate school. You will hear from current students and faculty about what graduate school is, why it could be a great fit for your interests and goals, and how the Emerging Scholars in Communication Program can help prepare you for your next steps!  Click here to register for the Information Session! 

Please direct any inquiries to the Emerging Scholars email: commscholars@uw.edu.  

Space in Place Rehearsal Platform

Space in the Place is our new rehearsal platform for you to come into the building to prepare for your next show, event, or class. This opportunity is for Black self-identified artists and cultural workers to reserve space at LANGSTON to strengthen their craft or gather with community. We will have space offered every Thursday from 4pm to 8pm for all of your creative needs that can be accomplished in the West Room (capacity 40) or room 2R (capacity 12-20 depending on set up). You can sign up for 2 hour blocks of time for absolutely FREE. We look forward to seeing your projects come to life.

Please note: For proper planning purposes, reservations will be locked in 3 days in advance. Cancelations are also required at least 3 days in advance. Please plan accordingly.

Sign Up Here:LANGSTON Contacts: Space in the Place ( Rehearsal Drop-In ) (signupgenius.com)

Folks can also choose to visit our website directly to learn more and see our other programs: langstonseattle.org 

Emerging Scholars in Communication Program

The Emerging Scholars in Communication Program is a 4-week workshop series that aims to expand understanding of, and access to graduate education for students from underrepresented groups. Throughout this series, students will explore the what, why, and how of pursuing a PhD in Communication, learning from current graduate students and faculty about what graduate school entails, key elements of a strong application, and other considerations that could help inform students’ conception of what opportunities might be available to them after graduating. This program is intended both for students who may already be considering the possibility of pursuing graduate education, as well as for those who may not yet have the possibility of graduate school on their radar.  

While the application for this program is currently open for submissions until January 10th, 2025, we also recognize that students may want to learn more about this opportunity before submitting an application. We are planning an Information Session for Wednesday, October 23rd at 4:00pm on Zoom. This session will provide an overview of the program and give students a chance to ask any questions. Please share the registration information below with your students: 

The Emerging Scholars in Communication Program invites you to a virtual Information Session on Wednesday, October 23rd at 4:00pm to learn more about the possibility of pursuing graduate school. You will hear from current students and faculty about what graduate school is, why it could be a great fit for your interests and goals, and how the Emerging Scholars in Communication Program can help prepare you for your next steps!  Click here to register for the Information Session! 

Please direct any inquiries to the Emerging Scholars email: commscholars@uw.edu.  

Find Your Fit in the Social Sciences

Our UW departments of Psychology, Social Work and Sociology are joining forces to offer “Find Your Fit in the Social Sciences”! This event is meant to compare and contrast these academic disciplines and find the major that best suits them. Presenters include myself (representative from the School of Social Work) and recruiters from the UW department of Psychology and Sociology. Please share this opportunity with any undeclared students you may have who are interested in social work and/or psychology, and see further event details below:

What: Find Your Fit in the Social Sciences

When: Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 | 3:30pm – 4:30pm

Where: ECC Unity Room 1 (this event will not be recorded, attendance in-person only)

Who: Any undeclared undergraduate UW students interested in exploring pathways in the social sciences are welcome! Please note room capacity is limited, so students should register ASAP.

REGISTER HERE

Contact: Any questions regarding this event or accessibility/accommodation requests can be emailed to Shyla Reed.

Odegaard Writing and Research Center Instructor and TA Resources

On behalf of the Odegaard Writing and Research Center (OWRC), we hope you are having a successful start to Autumn 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 peer review structure through which to provide and solicit feedback.   

Customized, writing-centered 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.   

We look forward to working with you and your students!

Washington State Legislative Internship Program – Internship Opportunity for Juniors & Seniors!

Each January the Washington State Legislature welcomes a cohort of passionate, inquisitive, and hardworking juniors and seniors to serve as non-partisan legislative staff.  This is a full-time, five-days-a-week internship lasting through the whole of winter quarter 2025. Interns will earn a stipend of $2,400 a month during the 2025 session. 

Political experience is not necessary, and students of all majors are encouraged to apply. The WSLIP welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and political ideologies who are active leaders, engaged in campus communities, and excited to learn about government while gaining practical job skills. Whether your interest is in law, business, communications, environmental policy, public health, or elsewhere, there is a place for you as a legislative intern. Interns are matched with legislators in the State House, or the Senate based on interest areas and political ideology. The program also has opportunities for interns to serve as caucus staff, focusing on policy or communications. UW- Seattle students who participate in the program are required to register for 15 cr of POL S 497 during the winter quarter. A POL S adviser will reach out regarding the registration process if you accept a position.

WSLIP coordinators will be offering two days of in person information sessions for any interested students on October 10th and 11th. Students do not need to sign up for a specific timeslot. You can show up at a session that best fits your schedule. 

Gowen Hall, room 1A (Thursday, October 10th)

10:00-10:30 AM

10:30-11:00 AM

11:30-12:00 PM

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3:30-4:00 PM

Smith Hall, Room 313 (Friday, October 11th)

10:00-10:30 AM

10:30-11:00 AM

11:30-12:00 PM

12:00-12:30 PM

1:30-2:00 PM

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3:30-4:00 PM

The Legislative Internship Program offers unparalleled access to Washington’s most influential leaders and policy makers, professional development to build transferable skills, and hands-on simulations to learn all aspects of the legislative process. This experience will encourage you to learn quickly, think critically, and develop professionally as you forge lifelong connections in public policy.

The WSLIP has a priority deadline of October 22, 2024, and a final deadline of October 27, 2024. Visit their website for more information about the program.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to the UW-Seattle liaison, Danny Ayala Robles (danieloa@uw.edu), with any questions.

Tuberculosis Expert Panel

UW Partners in Health Engage is a nonprofit organization that focuses on advancing the right to health for all people. We believe that no one is healthy until everyone is healthy, and equitable distribution of health resources is key to achieving this goal. Through advocacy, education, and fundraising, we work to fight against systems of racism, colonialism, and oppression that reduce health around the world.

On Friday, October 25th at 6pm in PAA A114 (physics auditorium), we will be having a Tuberculosis Experts Panel with TB Researchers and TB Advocates. We will be hearing from them regarding current TB research, the intersection of advocacy and medicine, how to get involved with advocacy, and more! This panel is perfect for those interested in global health or anyone interested in seeing healthcare from a more interdisciplinary lens.

This panel is part of a nationwide series of events for Partners in Health’s Global Day of Action. This day is meant to honor, celebrate, and continue the mission of the late Dr. Paul Farmer, the founder of Partners in Health. He dedicated his life to fighting for the highest quality of care for his patients and the patients of others. We hope you’ll join us to help continue his belief that health is a human right!

If you’re interested in learning more about PIHE, keep up with us on Instagram @pihengageuw.

Please contact Samantha, slyons9@uw.edu, with any questions.

Husky Leadership Certificate Student Application

Applications are LIVE for the 2024-25 cohort of the Husky Leadership Certificate program! 

Are you interested in learning and reflecting on the ways you have and can continue to contribute to your communities? The Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center is seeking Huskies who practice leadership in a variety of ways. Our leaders are change-agents, scholars, entrepreneurs, activists, athletes, researchers and more. This is your opportunity to reflect on and demonstrate your leadership development and experiences! 

“This program gave me an opportunity to reflect on my experiences and skills in a way that I hadn’t been challenged to do before. On top of that, I was able to find a clear and confident way to articulate those skills both in person and online.”  

– Husky Leadership Certificate alumnus  

Through the Husky Leadership Certificate (HLC), students identify and demonstrate their leadership learning, growth, and accomplishments. Students create a leadership e-portfolio and are matched with a mentor (faculty member/staff member/alumni) who helps them reflect upon their experiences. Students must be a senior or 5th year student to be considered. For more information and detailed program requirements, please visit the program website. 

Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, November 14. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at uwhlc@uw.edu. 

Get Out the Vote

Alumni in the Non-Profit Sector Panel

We have a great, interesting group of alumni coming to the UW Jackson School next Thursday, October 17, at 5:30 PM at Thomson 101 to chat about their work experiences in the non-profit sector and give tips. This panel is open to ALL UW STUDENTS.  Snacks will be served. Please let your students know and thanks for helping us spread the word! Want to find out about diverse and fulfilling career paths in the non-profit sector? Come and learn from Jackson School of International Studies alumni Carolyn Bain of Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute, Sambath Eat of the Cambodian American Community Council of Washington, and Betz Mayer of the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER).

PANEL: ALUMNI IN THE NON-PROFIT SECTOR
Thursday, October 17, 2024

5:30-6:30 PM

Thomson 101

Panelist Bios:

CAROLYN BAIN, Kaiser Permanente Washington Health Research Institute

Carolyn Bain was born and raised in Seattle, received her BA in International Studies from the University of Washington Jackson School, Master of Public Health from Columbia University, served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Dominican Republic, and trained Peace Corps Volunteers in the Child Survival Program. Carolyn was a consultant for the Ford Foundation’s Sexual and Reproductive Rights program in Santiago, Chile. She worked at Fred Hutchinson on breast cancer and HIV studies and worked at PATH coordinating a breast cancer detection research program in Peru. Carolyn was also executive director of Guatemala Village Health for 10 years and currently works at Kaiser Permanente as a Research Program Manager.  

SAMBATH EAT, Cambodian American Community Council of Washington (CACCWA)

Sambath Eat holds a BFA in Ceramics from the University of Montana, a BA in Asian Studies from the University of Oregon, and an MA in International Studies from the University of Washington Jackson School. He serves as the Executive Director of the Cambodian American Community Council of Washington (CACCWA) where he manages four projects funded by state and city grants and leads a team of 12 staff members. Sambath is committed to upholding the CACCWA’s mission and values, which aim to strengthen and elevate the Cambodian American community in Washington state. He is passionate about empowering the BIPOC community and dedicated to building a more diverse and inclusive community.

BETZ MAYER, Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER)

Betz Mayer serves as the Assistant Director of the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator (RIA) program at the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER), leading initiatives to improve understanding of freight transportation systems and accelerating projects that decarbonize Pacific Northwest supply chains. Betz has developed deep expertise in medium- and heavy-duty zero emission vehicles and the infrastructure needed to meet zero emission refueling needs. She also works on port infrastructure projects, legislator education, and the promotion of expanded passenger and freight rail service to the Pacific Northwest.

ALL UW STUDENTS are welcome to attend. Bring your own drink, tasty snacks will be served. 

Synaptic Scare Haunted House & Carnival

It’s officially Spooky Season, and that means haunted houses and trick-or-treating are just around the corner! Join Grey Matters Journal for our Synaptic Scare event on Saturday, October 19th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM in HUB rooms 250 and South Ballroom.

Prepare for a night of thrills with a haunted house and carnival featuring neuroscience-themed scares, carnival activities and trick-or-treating for those brave enough to make it through! Admission tickets $5! Don’t worry if you’re not into fright—there will be plenty of lighthearted Halloween fun to enjoy.

Food and refreshments will also be available for purchase. If you need more information please see our webpage here! Please RSVP to the event here!

Join us for a night of spooky fun… if you dare! 

Narrative Medicine Opportunity Fall 2024 – UW Capillaries Journal

This quarter at the UW, the Capillaries Journal is presenting a cathartic opportunity for anyone with an interest in health or emotional well-being, as well as any artistic medium.

Capillaries Journal is a student-led organization focused on narrative medicine, where health and medicine intersect with the arts and humanities. Everyone has been touched by illness and medicine in different ways, but rarely do we ever share these experiences with others using artistic mediums such as poetry or digital art. Each quarter, Capillaries Journal receives submissions in a variety of artistic mediums about individuals’ experiences with illness, loss, mental health, and healing. This is a safe space for your story to be expressed in any medium of your choosing.

For the upcoming fall issue, our submission theme is resilience. If you, a friend, or a family member have a story to tell about overcoming hardship in the realm of health or well-being, we would love to hear about it. Possible submission mediums include but are not limited to short stories, poetry, physical art, and digital art. All our journal issues are available free and online on our website.

~ Submission Form for Fall 2024

~ Please submit your piece(s) by October 25, 2024 @ 11:59 PM.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to us at cjuw@uw.edu if you have any questions. Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you!

UW Social Impact Internships

Ready to make an impact AND study abroad? Join our UW Social Impact Internships info session! Dive into meaningful volunteer internships across the globe, earn UW credit, and hear firsthand from students who’ve lived the experience. We are still accepting applications for Winter 2025!

Mark your calendar:
Tuesday, October 22nd at 1:30 pm PT
Wednesday, October 23rd at 12:30 pm PT
Thursday, October 24th at 5 PM PT

Location: Zoom

National First-Generation College Storytelling Celebration

For the National First-Generation College Celebration on November 8, 2024, the UW College of Arts & Sciences is celebrating our first-generation community through storytelling. The stories will feature College of Arts & Sciences first-generation faculty, staff, advisors, students, alumni, friends and supporters who express interest in participating in the storytelling celebration. If you are a first-generation and would like to participate, will you fill out this form? https://forms.gle/MP2FVAYRwiNg83Xs6

Thank you! We look forward to honoring and celebrating the College’s first-generation community.

More information about the first-generation storytelling celebration:

Goals:

  • Celebrate the College’s first-generation community as a vital part of our campus community.
  • Help prospective/ first-year/transfer students see themselves at the UW by sharing relatable and encouraging stories.
  • Who: College of Arts & Sciences first-generation community of students, faculty, advisors, staff, alumni, friends, and supporters – we plan to celebrate all who express interest in participating through submitted photos, quotes, short stories, and videos.

Messages/stories being told from the perspective of the featured individuals:

  • How does or did the experience as a first-generation college student impact your educational and career journey experience? 
  • What insights would you share with current and future first-generation students?
  • Where stories will be shared: Our College’s website and social media channels; we will also collaborate with College departments and campus partners to share stories in their own communications.
  • Projected timeline: Reach out to individuals who expressed interest in participating in September and October; start sharing stories towards the end of October through mid-November.

Peer Wellness Coaching

Prepare for academic stress this quarter by looking into Peer Wellness Coaching.

Peer Wellness Coaching is a free service offered by UW LiveWell and provides 1:1 goal-oriented sessions to students. If students need support for any sort of well-being goal (i.e. relationship conflicts, managing academic stress), coaches can help them build the skills to solve problems effectively and make intentional, positive change on their wellbeing goals.

Visit the website for more information.

The Bridges Center Survey Study

The Bridges Center is conducting a survey about gig workers and people who use those services. There is an effort going on to overturn the gig worker minimum wage ordinance passed in Seattle after companies hiked up their fees in response. The survey aims to understand these impacts on gig workers and those who use their services!

Pre-Health Career Panels

Pre-Health Career Panel: Part 1

Wed, Oct 16, 4:00-5:00pm

Bagley 131

Curious about different career paths in healthcare? Join us for a panel featuring a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Physician Assistant (PA), and Nurse Practitioner (NP). This event offers a chance to hear directly from healthcare professionals about their experiences, training, and career trajectories. Perfect for students exploring their options or those ready to dive deeper into a pre-health pathway. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights and ask your questions! For those interested in additional healthcare pathways, you can also register for the companion panel in this 2-part series and/or subscribe to our Health career page.

Pre-Health Career Panel: Part 2

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00-5:00pm

Bagley 131

Curious about different career paths in healthcare? Join us for a panel featuring a Dentist, Pharmacist, Physical Therapist (PT), and Occupational Therapist (OT). This event offers a chance to hear directly from healthcare professionals about their experiences, training, and career trajectories.  Perfect for students exploring their options or those ready to dive deeper into a pre-health pathway. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical insights and get your questions answered!

Self-Service Help on Resumes and Interviews

The UW Seattle Student Tech Fee Committee recently approved funds for two self-service career development tools.  Please note that these tools are currently only available to Seattle students.

Jobscan – 

  • Fine-tune your resume by analyzing it against specific job descriptions. Jobscan highlights crucial keywords, skills, and qualifications employers are looking for. By tailoring your resume to match each job posting, you’ll stand out against Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and catch recruiters’ attention. 
  • https://careers.uw.edu/resources/jobscan
  • Images you can use to promote are here.

Yoodli – 

  • Yoodli helps you simulate mock interviews and get feedback in private (Grammarly for speech). With Yoodli, you’ll get real-time and judgment-free coaching on your body language, conciseness, filler words, and more. 
  • https://careers.uw.edu/resources/yoodli-ai-interview-coach/
  • Images you can use to promote are here.

You can find additional self-service tools here – https://careers.uw.edu/resources/category/free-subscriptions-for-huskies/

Lecture Series: Democracy In Focus

To register visit: https://www.washington.edu/provost/2024election/

Lavin Entrepreneurship Program Application Workshop

Do you dream of creating your own startup? Aspire to launch a business, disrupt a market or change the world with your big idea? Would you stay up all night designing a logo, reworking a product, or filling a customer order—if the business were your own?

If so, you need to be part of the Lavin Entrepreneurship Program! The Lavin Program is a highly-competitive program for undergraduate entrepreneurs from all majors and disciplines across campus. Only the brightest, most passionate and driven students are accepted into the program each year. By combining curriculum with hands-on learning, the UW Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship gives Lavin students the experience, skills and know-how to succeed in their future business ventures.

 RSVP form for the application workshop on 10/10!

The 2024 Lavin Program Application is now OPEN. The application deadline is 11:59pm on Sunday, October 20th. No late applications will be accepted.

Mary Gates Leadership and Research Scholarships

The deadline for the Mary Gates Research and Leadership Scholarships is coming up in two weeks!

Application Deadline: Monday, October 28, 2024 at 5pm

Letter of Recommendation Deadline: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 5pm

The Mary Gates Scholarships are open to all UW undergraduate students, including all class years, all majors, and all residency statuses (US citizens, permanent residents, international students, and undocumented students are all eligible to apply). Visit our website to learn more: https://expd.uw.edu/mge/

Benefits

Mary Gates scholarships provide $5,000 ($2,500 per quarter for two quarters) for students to pursue leadership or research activities.  These scholarships benefit students in the current academic year and connect students with a community of scholars and mentors.

Join us for an application workshop:

  • Describing your project and goals in your application essay – October 15, 2024, 3:00-4:30pm – RSVP here
  • Virtual feedback workshop (for Bothell and Tacoma applicants) – October 23, 2024, 3:00-4:30pm – RSVP here
  • Application writing & feedback workshop – October 24, 2024, 2:30-4:00 pm – RSVP here

Advising

Schedule advising appointments for assistance with general questions about the Mary Gates Endowment or with components of the scholarship application. Please visit our advising site: https://expd.uw.edu/mge/advising/

Please send any questions or inquiries to mgates@uw.edu. We look forward to supporting you!

Virtual Fall Job & Internship Fair

DATE: Wednesday, October 23, 2024

LOCATION: Virtual, on Handshake

TIME: 11:30am – 3:00pm PT

REGISTER: https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/career_fairs/49852 

The 2024 Virtual Fall Job & Internship Fair is open to all majors and years of study, including alumni of all three UW campuses. 35 registered employers are actively recruiting Huskies for full- and part-time career and internship roles across all industries. Preview the list of currently-registered employers here, register for the fair, and browse open positions prior to attending. Then, register for session slots that align with your availability, interests, and/or career goals.

UW resources for navigating the 2024 election

In a democracy, registering to vote is the first step in making your voice heard. The next is learning about the issues – local, state and national – so you can make informed choices as you complete your ballot. But sorting through the volume of information in the media, posted online and spread through word-of-mouth can be daunting. Determining what is true and what is not adds another layer of complexity.

Fortunately, universities, especially this one, are filled with curious people who like to question, research, verify and communicate information. UW faculty have deep expertise in everything from public policy to the history of elections, to legislative process and constitutional law, to U.S. foreign policy – not to mention news coverage, social media and the spread of misinformation.

If you’re looking for accurate information on democracy and elections, you are at the right place.

Pre-Genetic Counseling Club

The Pre-Genetic Counseling Club (PGCC) is a new club at the University of Washington that aims to bring awareness to the genetic counseling profession. PGCC is currently recruiting both undergraduate and graduate students to join, as a member and/or part of leadership. There will be opportunities for graduate students to give presentations about GC to lay audiences (which is great for those who have not fulfilled that requirement yet), amongst other exciting educational and networking opportunities. Attached is the flyer for the club, but you can contact pgccuw@uw.edu if you have any questions!

Crochet 101

Join us on October 28th from 2:00-3:00 PM in MGH 211 (the Honors Suite) for Crochet 101 with fellow Honors students, Sarah Tottori and Sarah Wuh! Sarah T and Sarah W will be leading a beginner-friendly basics of crochet tutorial. Supplies will be provided by Honors, so no need to bring your own hook and yarn, though you are welcome to bring your own materials. Supplies are first-come, first-serve, so plan to arrive a few minutes early!

Already know how to crochet or just want to hang out with fellow Honors students? Your attendance is more than welcome! You can work on independent craft projects, chat with fellow Honors students, or use this time to unwind and relax.

Sarah T is a second-year student planning on studying Biology with minors in Bioethics and Education, Learning, & Societies and is an officer for the Yarn It! RSO. Sarah absolutely loves crochet and fiber arts and enjoys making anything from sweaters and clothing to stuffed animals, and even tapestries for final projects for Honors courses. She is so excited to support students in picking up crochet!

Sarah W is a second-year student planning on studying Public Health-Global Health with a minor in Business Administration. Sarah W loves everything arts and crafts! She has been crocheting for around two years now, and can’t wait to help people start the crochet journey.

We hope that you’ll join us for this event! Again, no experience is required and supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis!

Waseda Global Leadership Fellows Program

Spend a year in Japan with the 
Waseda Global Leadership Fellows Program

Application Window Now Open
Waseda GLFP is an exchange opportunity giving UW undergraduate students a chance to study at Waseda University within an international structure focused on leadership skills. This program runs autumn to early summer each year. Interested in free/low-cost housing? Studying in Japan? Gaining new leadership skills? Now in its 11th year, the GLFP invites UW students to apply for this unique program.
Priority application deadline:  November 30, 2024
For the 2025 – 2026 academic year
Information Session: October 29, 12:00 – 1:00 PM in Thomson Hall 317
Join us to hear about the 2025-26 Waseda Global Leadership Fellows Program and learn about the application process, eligibility requirements, deadlines, courses available, financial aid, and more. Courses are primarily taught in English (some Japanese language ability is recommended.) Check our webpages for more information and also see details at Study Abroad.

Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership Program (WE Lead)

The Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship’s Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership program (WE Lead) is gearing up for a busy quarter with lots of opportunities for students to get involved. Everything we do at the Buerk Center, including WE Lead, is open for students from across campus – undergrads and grad students from any major or degree program are welcome! WE Lead is a co-curricular program for students that promotes the advancement of women as entrepreneurs, leaders, investors, and agents of innovation. We offer opportunities for students to hear from local women leaders, founders, and investors through panel events, mentoring opportunities, workshops, and more – and this quarter we have a lot coming up to get students involved.

Also coming up this week: WE Lead’s Cohort Application opens this Thursday, 10/10 – we’ll be hosting an in-person info session  to answer questions about the cohort, application, and related benefits/expectations. Interested students can read more about the WE Lead Cohort on our website (look near the bottom of the page, under “How Can Students Get Involved”) to learn more, or attend an info session on 10/18, or 10/28 ahead of the 11/20 Application Deadline.

Upcoming WE Lead Events:

  • 10/16: Thrive Together: WE Lead Mentoring Circle 3-5pm (HUB 340, snacks provided)
    Mentors are women leaders from the public sector, STEM, sustainability, the creator economy, tech innovators in healthcare, travel, B2B partnership, multi-time entrepreneurs, and more!
  • 10/18: WE Lead Cohort Application Info Session 9-10:30am (Virtual)
    This year, the Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership program (WE Lead) is launching a new cohort program for highly engaged entrepreneurial student leaders who wish to invest more deeply in their growth, leadership, community connections, and innovation journey during this academic year. Students can join an info session to learn more about the application process and ask questions!
  • 10/23: WE Lead Wednesday 12-1:30pm (Founders Hall Innovation Suite – 490, tea & snacks provided)
    Do you want to get involved with WE Lead, meet others our campus community and connect with others interested in entrepreneurship? This is the space for you. Hosted by the WE Lead Student Board, WE Lead Wednesdays are a monthly informal community gathering for creatives, innovators, and the entre-curious. Bring your lunch and join us!
  • 10/28: WE Lead Cohort Application Info Session 2-3:30pm (Virtual)
    This year, the Women’s Entrepreneurial Leadership program (WE Lead) is launching a new cohort program for highly engaged entrepreneurial student leaders who wish to invest more deeply in their growth, leadership, community connections, and innovation journey during this academic year. Students can join an info session to learn more about the application process and ask questions!
  • 11/6: WE Lead Workshop: #IamRemarkable 2-4pm (Startup Hall [2nd Floor of Condon Hall], snacks provided)
    Imposter syndrome. Stereotypes. Culture. For many reasons, lots of us feel uncomfortable sharing our achievements, but the ability to share your personal and professional accomplishments helps boost self-esteem, increase others’ awareness of your skills and accomplishments, and is an important part of career progression. Students are invited to join this workshop to learn and practice speaking openly about their accomplishments.
  • 11/19: Save the date for Rising Tide: Women Making Waves in the Startup World – a women’s entrepreneurship day brunch featuring local leaders, engaging discussion, networking, and more.
  • 11/20: WE Lead Cohort Application Deadline, 12pm

Academic Support Programs

CLUE Tutoring – Drop-in Tutoring

  • Peer drop-in tutoring available in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Math, Physics, and Writing
  • Open from Sundays-Thursdays 7 pm- 11 pm in Mary Gates Hall Commons and virtually through the CLUE website
  • No appointment needed, students can come to Mary Gates Hall or click the virtual link on our website to put themselves in line to meet with a tutor
  • CLUE is also a great place for students to be in community to study and learn amongst one another with others taking similar courses

CLUE Tutoring – Exam Reviews

  • Our exam review peer tutors host exam reviews in Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Physics intro level courses 
  • These large virtual sessions review material for upcoming exams and provide a place for tutors to go over practice problems where students can ask questions

Academic Success Coaching

  • Scheduled one on one personalized meetings with peer coaches to build strategies for academic success
  • Common topics include time management, study strategies, goal setting, motivation, and navigating campus resources
  • Students can make an appointment on our website, see availability and bios of our coaches

Homelessness is a Housing Problem Book Talk by Professor Colburn

UW professor Gregg Colburn to coming to the downtown Seattle Public Library to talk about his book Homelessness is a Housing Problem. The book helps us understand our current homelessness crisis, how we got here as a nation, and how we can do better in the future.

Learn more and RSVP to attend at https://www.spl.org/event-calendar?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D177243906.

Peer Honors Thesis Survey: Perception of Disabilities

My project is to evaluate how students at the UW Seattle campus view people with physical disabilities and whether or not the duration of a physical disability affects how the person with that impairment is treated by their academic peers. This survey contains two authenticated scales developed to quantitatively measure the perception of disabilities. 

Fill out the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/apdmiab

NIH sponsored 2025 University of Washington’s Summer Research Experience in Translational Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurological Surgery

Applications for the NIH sponsored Summer Research Experience in Translational Neuroscience, Neurology and Neurological Surgery program is anticipated to open November 1st, 2024!

If you have an interest in the neurosciences and desire lab experience in neurological biomedical research, please apply!

Applicants chosen to participate in the program will receive stipends of $3,200 over the duration of the 8-week program. (Note: high school or recent high school graduates must be 18 years of age or older by the first day of the program in order to participate due to facility age restrictions). Out of area students will have program sponsored housing (as long as they indicate on their application that they require program sponsored housing) but are responsible for their own meals, transportation to/from Seattle, and local transit.

Program participation includes:

  • Eight-week lab placement in one of our neuroscience research labs
  • Weekly Neurological Surgery Grand Rounds lectures
  • Weekly Neurological Surgery Resident Education Hour discussions
  • Weekly Neurology clinical conferences
  • Weekly neuroscience faculty lectures, specifically developed for the students
  • Neurological surgery OR observations (up to 2)
  • Neurology/Neurological Surgery clinical observations (up to 2)
  • Brain Anatomy Lab session
  • Student capstone presentation

To date, 197 rising freshmen and college undergraduate students aged 18 and older from 104 different schools from across the U.S. have participated in the program.

Over 35 students from our earlier classes have now been accepted into medical school and other clinical training programs. Many students just entering college have gone on to neuroscience, pre-med studies, medical school or PhD neuroscience programs..

The application period will close on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025. Application is free.

Please email nsssp@uw.edu with any questions you may have about the application process.

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Free Red Cross CPR/AED, First Aid & Overdose Response Training for UW Students

Get Certified: Free Red Cross CPR/AED, First Aid & Overdose Response Training for UW Students

University of Washington Emergency Medical Services (UWEMS) is offering American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, First Aid and Naloxone Use training sessions throughout this fall quarter, available for free to any UW-affiliated student, staff, or faculty. Courses are taught by our team of American Red Cross Instructors and Emergency Medical Technicians.

During the sessions, you’ll learn to recognize and respond to common cardiac, respiratory, drug-related, and first-aid emergencies. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive certification and a complimentary naloxone kit to take home!

To sign up, visit our website and complete a registration form on the training calendar. If you have any further questions, please email us at uwems@uw.edu or join our Discord. We look forward to seeing you!

Community Advisory Committee for Law Enforcement Oversight

Do you want to help create a more fair and just policing and public safety system?

The King County Office of Law Enforcement Oversight (OLEO) represents the interests of the public in its efforts to hold the King County Sheriff’s Office accountable for providing fair and just police services. Learn more about OLEO: www.kingcounty.gov/OLEO.

· OLEO is looking for community members who want to serve as advocates for the interests of the diverse communities across King County.

If you are interested in equity, social justice, community organizing, or working collaboratively to improve how the King County Sheriff’s Office operates, then consider joining the Community Advisory Committee for Law Enforcement Oversight (CACLEO).

Examples of what CACLEO members do:

· Learn about how people experience policing by the Sheriff’s Office and advise on priorities for change.

· Work collaboratively with stakeholders to recommend specific ways to improve Sheriff’s Office practices, policies, service, and operations to better address community needs.

· Serve as resources in the community and help ensure community feedback informs OLEO’s work, the Sheriff, and King County Council and.

· Build awareness about ways to address or file complaints of police misconduct.

· Advise on issues of equity and social justice within police practices and support community-led work to fuel positive change in the public safety system.

Who can serve on CACLEO? CACLEO members must live in and reflect the diversity of communities served by the King County Sheriff’s Office.

Current openings and soon to be vacant positions on CACLEO include multiple positions for people living in: · Unincorporated areas of King County, visit this link to find out if you live in an unincorporated areas: https://kingcounty.gov/depts/local-services.aspx · Sheriff’s Office contract service jurisdictions: Carnation, Sammamish, Skykomish, Woodinville, Beaux Arts Village, Covington, Maple Valley, Muckleshoot Tribe, Newcastle, Burien, SeaTac, Kenmore, Shoreline

Application process: Applications are being accepted now, email OLEO@kingcounty.gov to find out more.

What qualifications do you need to serve on CACLEO?

OLEO welcomes people of all backgrounds, our staff will provide orientation, training, and support to ensure those interested can learn how to have an impact and feel prepared to serve.

CACLEO is looking for people who:

· Are committed to King County’s Equity and Social Justice principles.

· Are interested in working collaboratively with other community members, policymakers, elected officials, and members of law enforcement on ways to improve police services.

· Have relevant lived, volunteer, or professional experience.

o If you have experience related to police or the justice system, community organizing or advocacy, human services, community leadership, legal services, public policy, community engagement, systemic change, trauma-informed or restorative practices, or other relevant areas, we want to hear from you.

What’s the commitment?

CACLEO members are appointed to a three-year term and may seek to one additional reappointment. Members spend approximately six to eight hours per month on CACLEO work, including a two-hour monthly meeting (hybrid options available).

Truman Scholarship

The Truman Scholarship supports graduate education and professional development of outstanding young people committed to public service leadership. Apply in your 3rd year of undergrad for this $30,000 scholarship toward grad school. US citizenship is required.

UW Nomination required, apply here: https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/747

UW deadline: Friday, November 15, 2024, at 12 PM Pacific Time (noon)

National deadline: February 4, 2025

Wednesday, Nov 6 | 4-5 p.m. | Zoom: RSVP here

Udall 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.

Udall UW Nomination required, apply here: https://new.expo.uw.edu/expo/apply/746

UW deadline: January 15, 2025

Join a Udall specific Info Session: Thursday, November 14 | 3-4 p.m. | MGH 171: RSVP here

Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) for Young Professionals

Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) for Young Professionals is a cultural immersion exchange program that includes language study, internships, and homestays in Germany. Open to all majors and career fields, applicants must be between 18.5 – 24 years old. Prior knowledge of German is not required.

  • Intensive Language Training: Two months of intensive German language training
  • Study Phase: One semester of classes in one’s academic or career field at a university, technical, or professional school
  • Internship Phase: Three-to-five-month internship in one’s career field (previous students have worked in a community-based org, a company or even a research institute)

Deadline: November 1, 2024  

Apply here: https://culturalvistas.org/our-programs/internships-fellowships/congress-bundestag-youth-exchange-for-young-professionals-cbyx#apply

Global Social Impact Internships Info Sessions

Ready to make an impact AND study abroad? Join our UW Social Impact Internships info session! Dive into meaningful volunteer internships across the globe, earn UW credit, and hear firsthand from students who’ve lived the experience. We are still accepting applications for Winter 2025!

Mark your calendar:
Tuesday, October 22nd at 1:30 pm PT
Wednesday, October 23rd at 12:30 pm PT
Thursday, October 24th at 5 PM PT

Location: Zoom