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Washington State Legislative Internship Program (WSLIP) Start Your Application Drop-In Information Sessions Come to any session to meet the program coordinators and to learn about the program! Click here to register for the Information Sessions. Registration is optional, but students who register will be sent a reminder the day before. Wednesday, Sept 7Smith 40AThursday, Sept 8
Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA)Graduate School FairInterested in a career in international affairs, public policy, government, economics, strategy, communications, journalism, diplomacy, or public service? Come explore where these fields can take you! The Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs (APSIA) invites UW students and young professionals to a special Alumni…
From the Campus Sustainability Fund: The Campus Sustainability Fund is seeking TWO UW undergraduate students to join our committee in the 2026-2027 school year! This is an opportunity for all eligible undergraduate students to participate in project review, grant making, and join our justice-centered sustainability community. We welcome applicants from all disciplines. Application close October 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Click Here to Apply
From the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance:Applications are now open for the 2027 NextGen Summer Policy Academy (SPA), a fully funded, three-week professional development experience for students interested in public service careers. Program dates: June 14–July 3, 2027Program: Fully funded; one week in Washington, D.C., followed…
From the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance: Our next Evans School Undergraduate Program Information Session is Thursday, September 17, at 2:00 pm via Zoom.Students can expect to learn how Public Service & Policy prepares them for careers in government, nonprofits, social impact organizations, and other public-serving fields. Public Service and Policy is a minimum requirement major: 45 college credits with a min 2.0 GPA 2…
From the Students Demand Action RSO: Interested in gun violence prevention advocacy? Students Demand Action is a nonprofit organization that works on a national scale to bring awareness to and combat gun violence. We work primarily through education, election work, and legislative support. As a member, you are committing to biweekly meetings where we will have workshops to sharpen your advocacy skills, guest speakers, community building, and joint meetings with other RSOs. If…
From the Evans School of Policy & Governance: The Evans School will be hosting Public Policy & Paletas as part of Dawg Daze.Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm Location: Parrington Hall LobbyThis is a great event to pick up a frozen treat or two and learn more about our undergraduate programs, including the Public Service and Policy Major, the Public Policy Minor, and NextGen Civic Leader Corps. You will also have the opportunity to hear…
From Georgetown Law School: Please join Georgetown Law’s Admissions staff for a virtual information session to learn more about their admissions process.
From the UW Language Learning Center: Love Languages? Curious to Learn More About UW World Languages and Programs? Did you know that UW students have the unique opportunity to study approximately 40 different languages here on campus?Visit more than 40 tables showcasing language opportunities for UW students. Connect with faculty, engage with other students, discover how language learning can support your personal and career goals. There’s an activity and raffle as well!…