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Spring Resources & Opportunities (Volume 5) Husky Pawket Guide
May 24, 2024
Hello Huskies, UW Libraries has tips to help you prepare for finals, including extended hours for finals week at the Odegaard Library. Find out how to ask librarians for help in person or online, reserve a study space, find a study playlist and more. Also, grads, did you know you retain short-term off-campus access to…
Spring Resources & Opportunities (Volume 4) Husky Pawket Guide
May 10, 2024
Hello Huskies, It’s almost time for one of my favorite events of the year … Commencement! I’m looking forward to congratulating students and celebrating their accomplishments alongside loved ones, faculty and staff. If you’re planning to graduate, register for Commencement by May 19 and I’ll see you on June 8 at Husky Stadium! Sincerely, Denzil…
Spring Resources & Opportunities (Volume 3) Husky Pawket Guide
April 25, 2024
Hello Huskies, Spring quarter is in full swing and we are here to support you and celebrate with you as you near the completion of an academic year — an exciting milestone in your college career! A reminder to all of the academic support resources available to you, including departmental advising, test prep, group workshops and…
Spring Resources & Opportunities (Volume 2) Husky Pawket Guide
April 11, 2024
Hello Huskies, Have a voice in who represents you on campus — vote for the next ASUW Board of Directors. ASUW is your association of students; there is a record number of candidates running this year and your voice is critical. Get to know your candidates and vote online between April 15–17. Thank you…
Spring Resources & Opportunities (Volume 1) Husky Pawket Guide
April 2, 2024
Hello Huskies, I hope your spring quarter is off to a good start! As we head into the last few months of the academic year, I encourage you to take time to explore our beautiful campus. Visit the cherry blossoms in the Quad, stop by the UW Botanic Gardens, rent a canoe at the…
Winter Resources & Opportunities (Volume 5) Husky Pawket Guide
March 18, 2024
Hello Huskies, Do you have an innovative idea that would enhance the UW student experience? Created by students for students, the Husky Seed Fund provides up to $5,000 for you, or a small team, to pursue your passions and bring your projects to life. The 2023 awardees were: Pathways for All Huskies: illuminating campus…
Winter Resources & Opportunities (Volume 4) Husky Pawket Guide
February 22, 2024
Hello Huskies, Make your plans to stop by for free snacks at our Fuel for Finals event on Mar. 7 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Say hi to folks from some of your campus support teams — we'll be at four locations. Make sure to bring your Husky card! Follow us on Instagram @uwstudentlife and…
Winter Resources & Opportunities (Volume 3) Husky Pawket Guide
February 8, 2024
Hello Huskies, UW Libraries are full of great spots to study or take a break between classes — did you know that they also have fun events, free learning workshops and drop-in help sessions? From the 2024 Student Video Contest to Odegaard's new board game collection, a Valentine's Day tarot reading event, Tateuchi East…
Winter Resources & Opportunities (Volume 2) Husky Pawket Guide
January 24, 2024
Hello Huskies, As the winter quarter settles in, I want to remind you that there are many people at the UW that are here to support your health, well-being and academic experience. Part of being at the UW involves navigating a big place and asking for help when you need it. Your support team…
Winter Resources & Opportunities (Volume 1) Husky Pawket Guide
January 11, 2024
Hello Huskies, I hope your winter quarter is off to a good start! Thank you to our Pac-12 Champion Huskies and Husky Nation for a football season to remember. I encourage you to make the most of your Husky Experience by trying something new this quarter — take a class at the IMA, meet…