Undergraduate Academic Affairs

Undergraduate Academic Affairs advances and deepens undergraduate education at the University of Washington. By connecting undergraduates to the breadth and depth of the UW’s opportunities, and by creating new ways to connect, we guide students toward participating in the life of our University so they are equipped and eager for their journey ahead.

Navy to Neuroscience

Navy veteran and undergrad researcher Kristin Bennett works to uncover the mysteries of the brain.

Finding my way

Read about Nell Thompson's path leading them to be "ready to embrace the boundless possibilities ahead."

A boundless connection

For Kavin ‘Ken’ Srinakarin, ’24, it all began in the Forest Club Room of Anderson Hall.

Husky Experience highlights

A group of University of Washington Honors and CELE students gathered on the grass in front of the U.S. Capitol Building, smiling and posing for a photo. The students are surrounding a large map, which they have signed, symbolizing their journey together. LeVera Brown is in the center, while Zoe Hesselroth stands furthest right in the back row.

Bridging histories in the American South

Embark on a transformative journey through the American South. Vice Provost and Dean Ed Taylor sat down with CELE Center alum LeVera Brown and Honors Program student Zoe Hesselroth to reflect on this immersive learning experience. Read how this journey enabled students to engage deeply with the legacies of enslavement, civil rights and community resilience.

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UW introduces ‘Five for Flourishing,’ an innovative suite of academic interventions to help students thrive

UW News covers two-year project called “Five for Flourishing” that provides instructors with five simple academic interventions to support students and help them succeed. The pilot is led by the Resilience Lab, Center for Teaching and Learning and the Provost’s Office.

UW News

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Pep talks for voting

Check out these videos designed to support students’ democratic engagement and cover such topics as how to vote, what other students think about voting and why it’s worth it.
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15 Seconds at a Time: Honors Program

In this video, Honors Program Director Stephanie Smallwood takes on the challenge of explaining the Honors Program in less than 15 seconds at a time.

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Programs and initiatives

Land acknowledgement

The University of Washington acknowledges the Coast Salish peoples of this land, the land which touches the shared waters of all tribes and bands within the Suquamish, Tulalip and Muckleshoot nations.