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From the School of Music: The School of Music fall auditions, for both music major and non-major private lesson consideration, will take place on Friday, September 25, and the audition sign up form is now open and can be accessed HERE. Additionally, information about ensemble auditions can be found HERE.
From the Department of Real Estate: Not sure which general education courses to take? RE 101: Introduction to Home Buying satisfies your Social Science (SSc) requirement and half of your 10‑credit Writing (W) requirement, all within a single 5‑credit course.RE 101 provides a solid foundation in the homebuying process, using real‑world examples and writing assignments that allow you to apply concepts to your own circumstances. Even if purchasing a home feels far in the future, preparing…
From the Humanities Academic Services Center: The Department of Scandinavian Studies will be offering a variety of classes this autumn, including classes for A&H credit, language classes, and classes that will expand understanding of global problem solving perspectives. Perfect for both new and returning students! Learn more: https://scandinavian.uw.edu/courses SCAND 100: Intro to Scandinavian CultureSCAND 200: Scandinavia Today…
From Geography: Greetings Students!This summer quarter, we are happy to share that the following GEOG courses have space available for you to register! This is a rare opportunity for students from all majors who are interested in spatial storytelling, data science and statistical analysis. Please check out the details below and on the Department of Geography website:GEOG 445 A: Geography of Housing (5 credits)Instructor Announced Soon!Online AsynchronousB-TermSLN: 11405Description:…
From the School of Drama:A couple of acting classes now have no prerequisites. Both courses are open to non-majors beginning June 22 or email dramaadv@uw.edu to enroll. Drama 354: ArchetypesHave you ever felt in your acting you were playing with only a part of a full orchestra, or with just a few colors in the box of Crayola crayons? Are there roles that you have never played that you wish for a way to dive into? Welcome to the world of Archetypes. Through specific vocal, physical, and…
From Philosophy:New Summer Philosophy Courses!PHIL 110: Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy (José Jorge Mendoza)SLN: 12856(Asynchronous Online)This course is a journey through some of the key authors, texts, ideas, concepts, and problems found in the cannon of Western social and political philosophy. It is a journey that begins in ancient Greece, with Plato and Aristotle, and moves through the political theory of the Middle Ages, eventually contrasting that way of doing…
From the Department of Health Systems and Population Health:This 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—and the July 1 application deadline is quickly approaching.Click the flyer or the following…
From Economics: New Summer 2026 Course:ECON 222: Economic Analysis of Everyday Decisions (Microeconomics in Action)Have you ever finished a class and thought, “When am I going to use this?”ECON 222: Economic Analysis of Everyday Decisions (Microeconomics in Action) is built to answer that. Offered for the first time this summer, this course takes what you learned in ECON 200 and shows you how it applies to real life.Think questions like:Should you rent or…
From the Career Center:UW Seattle 2026 Summer In-Person Job & Internship FairThursday, June 2511:00am – 2:00pmMary Gates Hall (MGH) First Floor CommonsDetailsFair is open to all students and alumni of all three campuses.Registration is encouraged but not required.Career Fair Readiness Week Webinars (preparation)The Tailored Resume: How to Stop Applying and Start Interviewing – Monday, June 22, 11:30am – 12:00pmThe Cover Letter: Crafting…