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Student Life


April 30, 2018

Amplifying Student Voices – next Saturday 5/5

Amplifying Student Voices: Conversations on Race, Equity, and Inclusion in Education will take place this Saturday!  This is a Seed Grant sponsored event on May 5, 2018 from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM at the Ethnic Cultural Center that builds on the work that began at the Robinson Center’s Equity Summit in February 2017. In response to requests…


April 11, 2018

Disability Studies Brown Bag with Ann Luetzow

Please join us for our second Disability Studies Brown Bag talk of Spring, 2018! Presenter:  Ann Luetzow, MSW Date/Time: April 13, 2018, 12:00-1:00 pm Location: D Center (MGH 024) Talk Title:  Disability Cultural Centers in Higher Education: Exploring Critical Perspectives Abstract: This talk, derived from Hahn Award-sponsored research, aims to contribute to the field of…


Drop-In Mental Health Resources for Students for Spring Quarter

Here are the drop-in mental health resources for spring quarter.  These are FREE resources available for students.  No appointments necessary.  Students can just show up. Mindfulness for Daily Living with Ron Ma, 2-2:45pm (NEW TIME) on Thursdays (through the last week of class) in 401 Schmitz Hall o   Mindfulness meditation is a practice that helps reduce stress, anxiety and depression by…


April 9, 2018

ASUW Jobs – On Campus Employment Opportunities

Every Spring ASUW hires our 55+ paid positions for the next academic year.  ASUW provides unparalleled experience for students to serve others and collaborate with different parts of the campus community. As employees, students gain real-world experiences and learn the necessary skills to function in a collaborative and professional work environment.   ASUW offers positions…


Let’s Talk: Mental Health for Veterans

Join Student Veteran Life for training and education around the unique mental health needs for student veterans on campus. This discussion will address mental health as a key issue impacting both undergraduate and graduate student veterans. Facilitated by Dr. Samantha Powers, Director of Student Veteran Life, this workshop aims to support staff and faculty in better…


Screening of Albatross – a powerful visual journey into the heart of a gut-wrenching environmental tragedy

Please join us for our upcoming screening of Albatross and post-screening conversation with Seattle-based visual artist Chris Jordan. Jordan will join us on Tuesday April 10, at 7pm in Kane Hall 110. Here is a link to the poster and event details. Co-sponsors for this event include the Animal Studies Working Group, Anthropocene Research Cluster, Center for Creative Conservation, College of the Environment, Comparative History…


Small Group Career Coaching

Dear Students, This quarter the Career and Internship Center will be piloting small group career coaching specifically for Arts and Sciences students. Small group career coaching provides personalized support from a career coach with the added benefit of learning from your peers. These one time, 45 minute sessions are capped at 8-10 students and offer…


Student Leadership Award, Apply today

Have you made a positive impact in your community? Apply for the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award! The UW’s Carlson Center is currently accepting applications for the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award.  Named for one of Seattle’s foremost civic leaders, the Edward E. Carlson Student Leadership Award recognizes individual students who have demonstrated…


SCTL Presents: A Webinar for Military Students

You’re Invited :: A Webinar for Military Students 12 noon PT on Tuesday, April 10 On Facebook Live: facebook.com/SCTLatUW Learn more: facebook.com/events/931732306985355 Join us for a webinar about tuition benefits (Post-9/11 GI Bill) and UW resources available to military students. You’ll also learn from alumni about transitioning from boots to books. Open to all; presented by the…


SLS and Preferred Name/Gender Marker Changes

UW Student Legal Services (SLS) is an on-campus law office that offers FREE40-minute consultations on a multitude of legal matters. SLS provides a safe and confidential space for all UW-Seattle students who have legal questions or concerns. SLS is located in HUB 306. The UW ID Center is offering free Husky card exchanges from April 2 through June 1 to those who would like their…



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