May 3, 2021
All Students to be Vaccinated Against COVID-19.
UW President Ana Mari Cauce announced on May 3, 2021, that the University of Washington will require all students to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Highlighted points are as follows: Before the start of the autumn quarter, students will need to verify they have been vaccinated unless they are claiming a medical, religious, or philosophical exemption….
Town Hall: The Safe Return to Campus – 5/12, 9:00 a.m.
On May 12 at 9 a.m. PDT, President Ana Mari Cauce will host a virtual town hall for the UW community of students, families, faculty, and staff to discuss the safe return to in-person learning in the fall. Please join President Cauce, along with Provost Mark Richards, Dean of the School of Public Health Hilary…
SACNAS: October 28 – 30, 2021 National Diversity in STEM Conference – Student apply by 5/21, 5:00 p.m.
STUDENTS Submit a Research Presentation Apply for a Registration Scholarship (Deadline May 21 at 5 pm PT) For the past 48 years, SACNAS has been deeply committed to building community, celebrating our unique identities, and providing access to opportunity for thousands of STEM college students and professionals across the country, a majority from historically excluded populations….
October EMSL Integration Meeting 2021 on Environmental Sensors – accepting abstracts
Interested in sharing your research at the virtual EMSL Integration Meeting 2021—Environmental Sensors? It will be held October 4 – 7, 2021. We are now accepting abstracts focused on the following: Plant Biosensors: Discovering molecular dynamics of plant responses to environmental changes Rhizosphere Sensors: Decoding plant-microbe communication Microbial Sensors: Monitoring nitrogen, carbon, and water cycling in soil…
Academic Support Programs is hiring Academic Success Coaches! – apply by 5/20
Are you interested in supporting students in identifying and overcoming academic challenges? Do you enjoy the idea of sharing resources related to time management, motivation, and study strategies with students? Interested in an on-campus job? Academic Support Programs is now hiring Academic Success Coaches for the 2021-2022 Academic Year! Academic Success Coaching is an interactive process that empowers…
April 30, 2021
Disability Allyship Workshop -5/4, 4:30 p.m.
ASUW Student Disability Commission would like to invite you to our upcoming Disability Allyship Workshop. This event is perfect for non-disabled people who would like to learn how to become a better ally to the disability community. This hour-long workshop will teach you about models of disability, language, intersectionality, and strategies to avoid ableism/disability discrimination. …
Coded Bias Panel – 5/10, 12:00 p.m.
UW Bothell Information Technology is excited to announce, Shalini Kantayya, director of the film Coded Bias, will be joining a group of UW panelists in a virtual conversation about the intersection of technology, equity, justice, bias, and discrimination. This tri-campus event is on May 10 with additional details available on our website. This event is especially…
April 29, 2021
FREE WORKSHOP: Preparing Scientist for Industry Careers – 5/4 to 5/14
Join Life Science Washington, Life Science Washington Institute, and SciPhD for our Career Development Workshop series. This four-part workshop will provide you with interactive experiences and guidance as you prepare to move beyond academia and pursue your career! With an increasing number of available jobs shifting from academia to industry settings, understanding the skills necessary…
An Environment for Learning: Leveraging Instructional Expertise to Support Remote Teaching – 5/17, 4:00 p.m.
Monday, May 17 (4:00-4:50 p.m.) on Zoom Members of the College on the Environment “Online Teaching Team” (OLT) share how they help faculty and TAs adapt to the demands of remote instruction and a fluid teaching and learning environment. Tim Essington, José Guzmán, Kat Huybers, Kerry Naish, Mikelle Nuwer, and Kristi Straus discuss leveraging their…
Healing and Wellness: Breathing and Meditation Practice – 5/18, 4:00 p.m.
Please join the Race & Equity Initiative for two healing and wellness sessions with local wellness practitioner Tai Velasquez. Tai’s work focuses on breathing and meditation practice as one tool for slowing down and connecting with our inner guidance. You are invited to attend one or both sessions. Tuesday, May 18 from 4:00-4:45 (please register by…