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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 the Career & Internship Center Events Team: The Career & Internship Center is hosting our Spring On-Campus Student Jobs Fair on Wednesday, April 1st.Sixteen campus departments will be promoting their open student jobs, sharing about positions they will be hiring for in the future, and answering questions about working for their unit. UW Seattle 2026 Spring On-Campus Student Jobs Fair Wednesday, April 11:00pm-4:00pmHUB First Floor Main Street
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 Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards: In the search for the next generation of leaders from around the world, the Schwarzman Scholars Program invites the UW community to learn about this one-year, fully funded Master of Global Affairs degree program at Beijing’s Tsinghua University. Wyatt Burton, Director of Global Admissions for Schwarzman Scholars, will share information and talk with UW students, faculty and staff about the program, curriculum,…
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 LSJ: LSJ still has a few seats remaining in the following courses:LSJ 381 A (16364) Environmental Justice in the US and Latin America | TTh 3:30-4:50pm (5 credits)This course will count towards a core for students to be eligible to apply, it has just been approved as a standalone course in upcoming quarters.Fulfills Legal Subfield in LSJ minor LSJ 430 A (16373) Comparative Human Rights Law | MW 10:30am-12:20pm (5 credits)Students do not need to…