UW Honors | Weekly Announcements

Week 7 – Spring 2026

Welcome Honors Huskies to Week 7 of Spring Quarter! We are almost done with the quarter! Make sure to keep an eye on our updated list of jobs, opportunities, and upcoming events!

Honors Events & Opportunities

Interesting Courses

Events

Club & Research Opportunities

Other Opportunities

Scholarships

Honors Movie Night – RSVP for May 26th!

Join us for our first ever Honors Movie Night!

Hosted by the Honors front desk student staff, we’re excited to have you join us at Movie Night. Enjoy snacks, pizza, and a fun movie voted on by you. We encourage you to bring homework, blankets, or anything else you would like to enjoy the movie with!   

Vote on the movie and help us order enough pizza by filling out the RSVP form! 

📅Date: Tuesday, May 26th, 2026

🕔Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍Location: Honors Suite (MGH 211)

📩RSVP: https://forms.gle/i7ENb152uAgzfBKUA (use your UW account)

Neal Dempsey’s Annual Visit with Honors Students (May 20)

Neal Dempsey is a seasoned Silicon Valley venture capitalist and Triple Husky. He’s made a huge impact on UW Athletics, The Henry, the Honors Program, Foster School of Business, and our whole campus. As a longtime supporter of UW Honors, Neal loves meeting with Interdisciplinary and Departmental Honors students from all majors to encourage you to embrace two values he thinks are important for success, no matter your professional goals or career path: being unafraid to take risks and welcoming failure as an opportunity for growth. 

When: May 20th at 1 PM

Where: MGH 211

Space is limited! Please RSVP NOW for this engaging conversation!

CHANCE TO WIN HONORS SWAG! Take our 10-min survey!

Want to win some Honors gear (t-shirts, mugs, tote bags)? Please take ten minutes to fill out our Spring 2026 UW Honors Student Survey!

Your feedback will help us assess the impact of recent changes to Honors requirements and your general experiences in our program. Afterall, you, the students, are the most important part of our program, and your opinions matter to us!

Submissions can be anonymous, but make sure to submit your email if you want to be entered into a drawing for some of that sweet, sweet Honors swag. The survey will close on 5/29. Students who win the raffle drawing will hear back from uwhonors@uw.edu by June 3rd.

GRDSCH 200 – Preparing for Graduate Education (Fall 2026)

Credits: 2 CR/NC 

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

MGH 241, UW Seattle

SLN: 15899 

Instructor: Maxine K. Wright 

Send questions to: mkw1208@uw.edu

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

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

SCPH Anti-Racism and Community Health Conference (May 16)

The RSO Students of Color for Public Health (SCPH) is excited to announce that our 2026 Anti-Racism and Community Health (ARCH) Conference will be on Saturday May 16th from 10AM-4PM in the Hans Rosling Center. Our goal is to facilitate a collaborative community health conference to identify and prioritize needs, barriers, and solutions in confronting how racism and white supremacy have caused detrimental health outcomes in our communities.  

The conference features a range of public health professionals as speakers, workshop leaders, and panelists who will be speaking on our theme “Turning the Tide: Resilience Through Change.” The theme focuses on the current realities of public health careers, what motivates individuals to stay engaged in the field, and how younger generations are shaping the future of public health practice, advocacy, and leadership. Our speakers will address a range of topics, including environmental health and climate change, immigrant and refugee care, and reproductive healthcare, among others. 

Lunch and dessert will be provided, and we’re so excited to see you at the conference. To RSVP and learn more about the ARCH Conference, please visit our website.

Save the Date – University in Community: An Un-Conference

Comparative History of Ideas, University of Washington

Please save the date for the Comparative History of Ideas’ “University in Community: An Un-Conference”, a gathering of students, artists, researchers, and community members exploring themes of identity, resistance, care, creativity, and collective futures. Through presentations, artistic works, and dialogue, this two-day event will spark conversations on various topics broadly relating to “community,” including (but not limited to): cultural heritage, political movements, accessibility, storytelling, spirituality, and public spaces. 

Dates: 29 & 30 May 2026

Times: 10am-2pm on 29 May; 10am-4pm on 30 May

Location: University of Washington Simpson Center (on 29 May) and Othello-UW Commons (on 30 May)

Light refreshments will be provided! More details, including the full schedule and speaker information, will be shared soon.

You can RSVP at this form. RSVPs are encouraged but not required. We hope you’ll join us! 

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

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

Award Highlights

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

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

Application Details

Apply Here

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

Info Sessions

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

  • In person: Thursday, May 21, 12-1pm, Mary Gates Hall 171
  • Virtual: Tuesday, June 23, 12-1pm, Zoom

Eligibility Summary

Applicants must:

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

Questions? Contact UndergradResearch@uw.edu

UW Undergraduate Research Symposium (May 15)

The UW Undergraduate Research Symposium is coming up on May 15th. Hundreds of Honors students present each year! The UW Undergraduate Research Symposium is an annual, day-long celebration of undergraduate accomplishment in research, scholarship and creative expression. Students from all three UW campuses and other local institutions present their research spanning over one hundred disciplines. This public event offers a wonderful forum for undergraduates to gain experience presenting their work and to engage in scholarly discussion with the UW community and guests who attend.

Learn more about the UW Undergraduate Research Symposium here!

Call for Native French Speakers *PAID OPPORTUNITY*!

I’m Megan Fajardo, a departmental honors student in the Department of Linguistics, and I’m looking for native (L1) French speakers to participate in my research study! Participants will complete a short demographic survey and an in-person, recorded interview (all participants will remain anonymous) — and will be compensated with a $25 Starbucks gift card! 

Eligibility: 

  • Native French (L1) speaker
  • Born and grew up or spent significant time in France
  • Between ages of 18-24*
  • Resides in greater Seattle, WA area
  • No history of speech impediments

*If you have friends or family who fit all the other criteria, I’d still love to hear from them! 
If you’re interested, fill out this form and I’ll be in touch soon!

Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS4lz9ZzFjzAg8v3KnCrQE4OSYErPPVFnO4RtXXi1bBZro7A/viewform

The Graduate School – 2026 Public Lecture Series

The Graduate School is proud to host public lectures for the community. Here are some upcoming lectures you may be interested in attending. All events are held at Town Hall Seattle.

  • My Greatest Save with Briana Scurry (May 13, 6:30-7:30 pm) – hybrid
  • Five Ways to Watch the World Cup with Ron Krabill (May 19, 6:30-7:30 pm) – hybrid
  • What Does Law Mean in Crisis? How Crip Feminist Technoscience Will Save Us with Ly Xīnzhèn M. Zhǎngsūn Brown (May 21, 6:30-7:30 pm)
  • Is A River Alive? Exploring the lives, deaths and rights of rivers with Robert Macfarlane (May 27, 6:30-7:30 pm) – hybrid

Upcoming Black Digital Studies events

Our colleagues in the Black Digital Studies in the Age of Techno- Fascism cross-disciplinary research cluster (Drs. LaShawnDa Pittman, Chrystel Oloukoï, Jelani Ince, and Golden Owens), supported by the Simpson Center for the Humanities, would like to invite you to the events below.

On Thursday, May 14th, from 4:00 PM — 6:00 PM, they are hosting “Black Digital Humanities: State of the Field” at the Henry Art Gallery. People can RSVP here:

https://henryart.org/programs/black-digital-humanities-state-of-the-field-2

On Friday, May 15th, from 12:00-1:00 pm at CMU 204, they would love for you to join them for an informal community lunch with scholars in Black digital studies from across the country and within UW, as well as community-led Black memory work organization Wa Na Wari. Spaces are limited, so they are extending RSVPs to co-sponsor departments first.

Responses requested by May 7th: https://forms.gle/gMz9y4yReL31sJHYA

After May 7th, they will extend the invitation to the larger UW community. 

“Let the City Speak: The Sonic Journey of Quetzal” Screening (May 21)

On Thurs. May 21 at 4pm in Comm 120 Martha Gonzalez (MacArthur Fellow and GWSS alumna) and Quetzal Flores will be talking about Activism, Music, and Zapatista Philosophy in relation to their new documentary “Let the City Speak.” There will be music. 

Let the City Speak is a feature-length documentary that follows QUETZAL, a Chicano rock band that emerged from East LA’s vibrant music scene in the 1990’s. Award-winning filmmaker Akira Boch has followed the band for nearly three decades, creating an intimate portrait of leaders Quetzal Flores and Martha Gonzalez. Rooted in Zapatista philosophy—the indigenous Mayan liberation movement from Chiapas, Mexico — QUETZAL made a radical choice after three albums: they abandoned the music industry for independence, creating art aligned with their activism and challenging conventional notions of success.

Through Boch’s intimate lens, the film captures their struggles, small victories, and unexpected GRAMMY win for their album Imaginaries. Let the City Speak weaves together memories, music, and activism, revealing QUETZAL’s commitment to community and social justice. The film showcases the enduring power of music as resistance — a testament to how art and activism can intertwine, guided by the Zapatista spirit that continues to inspire their journey.

Hybrid Community Workshop on Human Cost of Practicing in a Profit-Driven Healthcare System (May 18)

This quarter, the Philosophy of Medicine Club has the exciting opportunity to collaborate with Physicians and Students for a National Health Program (PNHP and SNaHP) to host a hybrid community workshop discussing the human cost of practicing in a profit-driven healthcare system. It will include a short talk about what Moral Injury is and how it differs from burnout, and then facilitate conversations among attendees that acknowledge their experiences. At the end, we invite any attending organizations to share their mission and work to navigate these issues, and how participants may contribute and support these endeavors.

Our event will take place on Monday, May 18th at HSEB 325 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, and we will be offering catering from Taste of India. Please fill out this interest form!

Sustainability Roundtable (May 27)

Please join Bartering Club at UW and Huskies for Equitable Sustainability (HuES) for a Sustainability Roundtable on May 27th from 6-7:30pm featuring a variety of UW RSOs related to sustainability, advocacy, and community-building. Participating RSOs and students will have the opportunity to share their goals, collaborate on future initiatives, and create a strong base for sustainable action on campus. RSO’s may give a brief (1-2 minutes) presentation about their work, and should email slides to sal32@uw.edu by 5/20. Everyone is welcome! RSVP here: https://forms.gle/zexTdfZYGcPUGeGa8

Bartering Club Swap Meet (May 29th)

Bartering Club at UW is hosting an end-of-the-year Swap Meet on May 29, from 3 to 5 PM on the Quad. Clean out your closet or bring your moveout clutter and find treasures to take home! All are encouraged but not required to bring items, as well as a blanket or tarp. Please contact sal32@uw.edu with any questions.

Think Outside This Spring with Peaks and Professors 🌲

Interested in touching grass and getting out of the U-District?

Join Peaks and Professors on adventures this spring! Peaks is a UW RSO dedicated to connecting undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and professionals through shared exploration of nature. By building community outdoors, we aim to Think Outside and break down traditional classroom barriers.

We host weekly hikes (all levels!), local walks, education nights, and community events.

No experience, gear, or car required. Getting involved is simple:
• Pick a hike or event that fits your schedule
• Sign up when hikes drop (via Instagram + our email listserv)
• Contribute a small gas reimbursement (usually <$10)
• Join us for the adventure!

We also offer full trip scholarships and a free gear library (boots, packs, raincoats, poles, and more) to make our trips accessible to everyone.

We have tons of hikes coming up—including our first-ever backpacking trips at the end of May—and would love to see you out there.

Beyond hikes, see below for our broader community events to connect with Peaks!

Upcoming Events:

→ End of May | The Cut
Community BBQ & Celebration (details coming soon!)

Stay in the loop by joining our listserv and following us on Instagram @peaksandprofessorsuw.

Grand Challenges Impact Lab (GCIL) – Study Abroad in India

Grand Challenges Impact Lab (GCIL) is recruiting students for Study Abroad in India in Winter 2027. Please apply!

GCIL-India offers hands-on, project-based learning about Grand Challenges and social innovation.

GCIL includes a 1-credit Autumn-quarter course in Seattle, and a 10-week, 15-credit Winter-quarter course (January – March) in Bangalore, India.

The program cost is approximately $7,500. For many UW students, GCIL is similar in cost or less expensive than if you stay in Seattle. UW Study Abroad offers scholarships. If you have financial aid at UW, it generally applies to study abroad.

GCIL is challenging, rewarding, life-changing experience. It is open to junior and senior undergraduate students and graduate students, from any discipline. Applications are due May 15 via the UW Study Abroad website.

Want to learn more?

Start with our website, there’s lots of information there, including descriptions of student projects and student blog-posts. 
Email gcil@uw.edu with questions. 

Check us out on social media: Instagram. LinkedIn.  

Discuss With Us! – Upcoming Discussions

Want to talk about subjects and perspectives outside of your typical arena?
Interested in connecting more within the Honors and broader UW community?
Have a free lunch hour from 12–1 on Thursdays?

Come Discuss With Us!

We’re hoping Discuss With Us will feel like a book club for ideas (inspired by the French salon, if you’re feeling a bit fancy). Every other week, we’ll explore a new topic through lightly guided discussion, optional pre-readings, and—ideally—meeting lots of interesting people along the way.

Upcoming discussions:

  • 5/14: Personal change and social facilitation
  • 5/28: Birds! (Gen-Z birding, mindfulness in a distracted world, and general appreciation)

Have questions, ideas, or want to help facilitate?
Feel free to reach out on Instagram @discusswithus.uw!

Lovework Final Project Video

Check out this final project video from our Honors course Lovework: An Unfinished Syllabus, created by our talented Honors students! Learn more about Lovework here.

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

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

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

Dr. Robert Poston Healthcare Scholarship

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

Award Amount: $2,500

Deadline: September 30th, 2026

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

Eligibility Requirements:

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

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

Upcoming WE Lead Spring Quarter Events 

WE Lead’s Student Board Recruitment timeline

Spring Application:

  1. Monday, May 4 – Application Opens 
  2. Tuesday, May 5, 2:30-4pm – Mid-Day Mingle + Info Session (in-person, Founder 490) 
  3. Thursday, May 14, 12-1pm – Info Session (virtual)
  4. Wednesday, May 20 – 9-10am – Info Session (virtual)
  5. Friday, May 29 at 12pm (noon) – Applications Due
  6. Application Review & Interviews: First week-10 days of June

Summer Application:

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

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

Odegaard Writing and Research Center

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Featured OMSFA Opportunities

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

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

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

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

The World (Cup) Comes to Seattle

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

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

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

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

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

Free and open to all.

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

Questions? Email jsisevents@uw.edu

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

Help us welcome new Honors Huskies! Submit a Community Profile

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

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

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

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

Martin Family Foundation Scholarships for Prospective UW Transfer Students

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

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

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

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

Please see full eligibility and application details here. 

The application portal for this scholarship will open in May.

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