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Autumn 2026 and Spring 2027 Internships in D.C. through The Washington CenterInformation Session: Friday, April 10, 1230-120pm on ZoomClick here to Register The Washington Center (TWC) runs an internship program in Washington, D.C., that is open to all UW undergraduates (all majors welcome) and provides comprehensive service, including internship placement, housing, and career coaching. …
Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends of Political Science, the department will award need- and merit-based scholarships to Political Science Majors during the 2026-27 academic year. 2026-27 Scholarship ApplicationDeadline: Sunday, April 19, 2026Open to Political Science MajorsApplicants may apply for more than one scholarship. See the attachment for information about materials to prepare for your application.Scholarship decisions will be…
From the NextGen Student Advisory Board:Dear Political Science Students.NextGen is hosting Pathway to Public Service: From Grad School to Governance on April 9th from 4PM - 5:30PM in Parrington Hall 360! This Panel includes Osman Salahuddin a current UW Law Student and WA State Representative for 48th LD, Shyla Reed a current UW Masters of Social Work Student + Intern for State Senator Tina Orwall, and Nathan Loutsis a current UW Masters of Public Administration Student + Kenmore City Council…
From the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards:   UK Scholarships: 2027-28 graduate-level studies/research through the Churchill, Gates Cambridge, Marshall, Rhodes Scholarships and Chevening ScholarshipsExplore and apply for UW nomination for scholarships that can support your graduate study and/or research at a university in the UK starting in fall 2027:>>  Gates Cambridge ScholarshipsSupports 1-4 years of graduate study at Cambridge University. Open to…
From Across the Aisle, co-hosted by ASUW:  
From the Democracy Defenders Fund:  Introducing The Future of Democracy Prize!Democracy Defenders Fund is launching a national competition inviting young Americans (ages 18–30) to answer a defining question:What will it take for U.S. democracy not only to survive—but to thrive?At a time of rising authoritarianism, disinformation, and polarization, we’re looking for bold, forward-looking ideas that strengthen democratic resilience for decades to come.Open to essays, visual…
From the UW Global Fellowships Advising team: Ever thought about researching, studying, interning, or teaching abroad?Join Global Fellowships Prep (GFP) to learn more and to connect with peers and campus advisers.Attend an upcoming Info Session to learn more and become a competitive applicant for funded, globally-focused opportunities!ACTION: Sign-up for GFP and join our community!   How to…
From School of Public Health:Students can add Nutrition 200 through Friday April 10th at 5pm. Email: ugnutr@uw.edu next week to be added to the class.NUTR 200 Nutrition for Today (5) NScMWF 930-1020AM  (plus quiz sections various days/times) Other Spring 2026 classes we offer with open space:NUTR 241 Culinary Nutrition Science (5cr)-NSc-no prereqNUTR 390 Food Seminar-“Dinner and A Movie” (food in film) (2cr)-no prereqNUTR 400 Food…
From the WE Lead Women's Entrepreneurial Leadership Program:  April EventsThursday, April 16 – Beyond the Algorithm: Responsible AI in Business5-8pm – Anthony’s Forum (Dempsey 302)AI is everywhere. In your social media feed. In your internships. In your job. But here’s the real question: How are we making sure it’s built responsibly?Shelby Tallent (Head of AI Governance, Risk & Compliance at Alaska Airlines)Diane Najm (CEO &…
From the The Historical Review undergraduate journal:The Historical Review at UW is currently open for paper submissions for our Spring 2026 issue! The requirements are still the same; we accept papers written for a course, independent research, and book and film reviews. For any other info on submission guidelines, see our website. The deadline for general submissions is APRIL 12, 2025. You do not have to be a declared History major to submit! Feel free to email us at…
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