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From the The Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards (OMSFA): National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Information Sessions for UW students and alumni NSF GRFP is one of the premier opportunities to fund graduate study in the US, providing 3 years of funding which includes a $37,000 annual stipend and full cost of tuition/fees. Many academic fields within the Social Sciences, Psychology, STEM education and…
From the U.S Department of the Treasury: The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of International Affairs is now accepting applicants for its 2027-2029 cohort of Junior Fellows through October 31, 2026. The Junior Fellowship is a full-time, two-year opportunity for individuals entering the workforce to engage in U.S. foreign policymaking and diplomacy. Fellows are hired into one of the regional or functional offices within International Affairs and work alongside…
From the Jackson School: Hi students, Are you looking for a way to gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and earn academic credit while exploring career paths? The UW Global Career Accelerator, an online class that allows you to develop industry-relevant skills through real-world projects with leading companies, is being offered again.
From the College of Education: Consider the following College of Education courses: The following classes have plenty of space: EDUC 220 - Resisting and Transforming the Purpose of Education; EDUC 300 B - Anthropology of Education; EDUC 405 - Postcolonial Identity in the Arts, Education, and Society; and EDPSY 492 - Linear Regress and Multivariate Modeling (prerequisite of EDPSY 490). See flyer attached for course…
From the School of Public Health: Public Health South Africa: Impilo yoLuntu eSouth Africa - Inequalities in the Rainbow NationThis faculty-led South Africa study abroad seminar focuses on critical discussions of the drivers of wealth and health inequities in Africa's wealthiest and most diverse nation, as well as a thoughtful interrogation of the “white farmer genocide” narrative. The program will take place during Winter Quarter 2027—summer in the Southern Hemisphere.…
From the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center: The UW CELE Center's Community-Engaged Courses program is currently hiring for an undergraduate student staff role. Our team is looking for an hourly communications assistant. This would be a great position for someone who may be interested in gaining experience working with our nonprofit, governmental organization, and school community partners. Students from…
From the History Department: HSTCMP 290 B will be offered with the topic of: “The Messy History of the British Empire, from the American Revolution to Brexit.” This class explores the history of the British Empire from the American Revolution to the Brexit referendum, examining the British Empire as a precarious institution whose pretensions of global domination were constantly challenged by British citizens and subjects around the world. Through the lives of…
From American Ethnic Studies: Please review your DARS to see how close you are to completing the Diversity Minor. At only 25 credits, many students have credits that could count automatically, or can be petitioned (up to 10 credits - contact me to petition a course) for the minor. Book a time to meet with Lorna AES150: In-Justice for All: Intersection of Race, Ethnicity, Class, and Gender in the United States (5) SSc, DIV. If you need Writing (W) credits, talk with…
From the UW Law School: September 10, 2026 – September 11, 2026 Indian Law SymposiumUW School of LawAn annual tradition for 39 years, will focus on the theme:Time Immemorial: The United States at 250The program will be held in person at William H. Gates Hall, and available via Zoom. Click here for the registration link Registration for current students is complimentary. Registration for…
From the College of Education: Hello UW Students,Looking for a class that can help you succeed in college and beyond while earning SSc and Writing credits? EDUC 215: Wellness and Resilience for College and Beyond teaches practical skills for managing stress, balancing school and life without burning out, navigating relationships, handling difficult emotions, building resilience, and studying smarter—not harder. You'll learn evidence-based strategies drawn from research on…