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Mary Gates Endowment for Students Scholarships: Information SessionsAttend an Information Session in spring quarter to learn more about the scholarships offered annually 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 UW undergraduates in all years and majors at all three campuses. Students can earn up to $5000 over two quarters to engage…
From the Bridges Center for Labor Studies: The Bridges Center Labor Studies Scholarship application is now open for the 2026-2027 academic year. If you’re hoping to apply and need assistance with your application, we are also hosting a hybrid scholarship information session on April 7th (RSVP using the QR codes below or by navigating to the follow links: In-Person RSVP | Online RSVP) and a resume workshop on April 21st. Each year, the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies awards…
From the Odegaard Writing & Research Center: 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 ourJob Opportunitieswebpage.The OWRC is an interdisciplinary writing and research center that…
Political Science Advising will be holding drop-in advising this week, both in person in Smith 215 and on Zoom (hours are also posted on the Advising webpage and in our appointment system): Today, March 30, 1-3pmTuesday, March 31, to Friday, April 3: 10am-noon and 1-3pmIf you need to talk with an adviser this week but cannot make an appointment, please drop in to see us.
From Academic Support Programs: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…
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 Foster School of Business: Calling All Students! Apply Now for the 2026 Dempsey Startup CompetitionThe deadline for students to apply is before midnight on Monday, April 6. The Dempsey Startup Competition could be one of your defining college experiences. UW's annual business plan competition provides a real-world, multi-stage experience where your ideas and new venture…
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…