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April 17, 2024

ISS: April 2024 Updates and Reminders

Students who will complete all degree requirements should apply to graduate, regardless of the end date of the I-20. (I-20 end date is an estimate & does not= graduation) Heavy OPT and CPT processing is ongoing—requests are still under the 3-week processing timeline.   


April 15, 2024

IEEE-HKN: Gear Sales – Order by 4/24!

As the 23-24 school year comes to a close, IEEE-HKN is continuing their annual tradition of selling new ECE gear! The lineup includes a hoodie, crewneck, short-sleeve tee, and sweatpants, featuring a custom multimeter design (see below) created by ECE undergraduate, Tawsif Ahmed! If you would like to purchase items, please fill out the ordering form at…


March 29, 2024

UWCOUNSELING: Workshop, Stress Management – 5/24, 10:30 a.m.

Learn about different types of stress and how stress can manifest in your body. You will also be introduced to various stress management strategies. ZOOM MEETING ID: 991 2877 2372 PASSCODE: 188120 BE SURE TO LOG INTO ZOOM WITH YOUR UW LOGIN INFO @UWCOUNSELING


UWCOUNSELING: Workshop, Thoughts that Hurt – 5/17, 10:30 a.m.

Learn about patterns of distorted thinking that increase stress levels and how to reframe such thoughts. ZOOM MEETING ID: 991 2877 2372 PASSCODE: 188120 BE SURE TO LOG INTO ZOOM WITH YOUR UW LOGIN INFO @UWCOUNSELING


UWCOUNSELING: Workshop, Healthy Communication – 5/3, 10:30 a.m.

Introduction to communication strategies, including assertive communication style and sender/ receiver strategies. active listening, and how to avoid communication stoppers. ZOOM MEETING ID: 991 2877 2372 PASSCODE: 188120 BE SURE TO LOG INTO ZOOM WITH YOUR UW LOGIN INFO @UWCOUNSELING


UWCOUNSELING: Workshop, Awesome Apps – 4/26, 10:30 a.m.

Learn about some fun and useful apps that can help you manage the stressors of university life. ZOOM MEETING ID: 991 2877 2372 PASSCODE: 188120 BE SURE TO LOG INTO ZOOM WITH YOUR UW LOGIN INFO @UWCOUNSELING


UWCOUNSELING: Workshop, Intuitive Eating – 4/19, 10:30 a.m.

Introduction to the principles of intuitive eating to develop a healthier relationship with food as opposed to the diet mentality. ZOOM MEETING ID: 991 2877 2372 PASSCODE: 188120 BE SURE TO LOG INTO ZOOM WITH YOUR UW LOGIN INFO @UWCOUNSELING


Wellbeing: Counseling, Group Therapy, Let’s Talk – SPR 24

 **Group Therapy** Sometimes one of the most effective ways to engage in therapy is in community, especially when loneliness is so prevalent. Group therapy can be an opportunity for students to work on a similar goal or take on a challenge, alongside a facilitating mental health therapist. Please see flyer below on information on these workshops…


February 20, 2024

ISS: Update on International Students Filing Taxes – posted 2/20

ISS provides free access to an online software program that guides international students through the tax filing process. This software, Glacier Tax Prep, is now live and available for students. We have emailed all F and J international students a special edition of our newsletter regarding taxes. ISS, in partnership with the UW Federal Income Tax…


February 14, 2024

OMSFA: Quad Fellowship – apply by 4/1

** The Quad Fellowship is a first-of-its-kind fellowship designed to build ties among the next generation of scientists and technologists. It offers an unparalleled blend of financial support, cross-cultural exchange, and networking. Open to candidates from the four Quad countries of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States, as well as candidates from the ten ASEAN…



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