Events for September 24, 2026

Come see us at the UW Visitor Center! We are here to help new and current UW students, staff, and faculty too! Stop by for information, directions to your class, or with any questions. We are on the ground floor of Odegaard Library, next to By George Cafe. Our friendly student staff can share their Husky Experience and you can pick up a UW sticker.

Between 9/23 and 10/2 show your Husky ID at the Woodland Park Zoo or use the code Dawgs2095 online to get half off your purchase of 2 tickets for the Woodland Park Zoo! For most up-to-date hours of operation please visit zoo.org Search ‘Meet-up and Go’ in the search bar to find Meet-up and Go events to visit with other New Huskies! 

Beginner/Intermediate Contemporary Choreography Class The Dance Student Association invites you to a contemporary dance class taught by Co-President Valeria Suarez. This class will include a warm up and skill development sequence that helps build your individual style and confidence in movement. Class will end with a piece of choreography that integrates everything we learned. Please wear comfortable clothes and footwear to dance in (socks, tennis shoes, athletic shoes, dance shoes). Finally and most importantly, be ready to meet new faces...

The Punjabi Cultural Association presents DubCity Bhangra, an extension of the student organization into the competitive Bhangra world. Bhangra is a north Indian dance style which is performed with intensity across tournaments in the collegiate setting in the United States. To join DubCity Bhangra, you must audition, so in this info session, DubCity Bhangra executive board members will be teaching tryout choreography and then giving prospective members in-depth information about the club; such as competition dates and other membership commitments....

Quiet Time Club is a safe space for shy, introverted, or reserved students. We are able to understand and support one another in ways that are difficult to find anywhere else on campus. We welcome anyone that would like to find community! During Dawg Daze events, we will get to know each other through some conversation-style games. Then, we'll settle into our usual meeting: you are free to bring a hobby, talk with us, or keep to yourself. There will...

Join the Film Club at UW for an afternoon Film Jeopardy! Meet other cinephiles and test your cinema knowledge to win some cool prizes. Learn about what Film Club does; get involved and learn about film culture at UW!

Have questions about navigating Dawg Daze or life at UW? Stop by our booth to ask our amazing leaders any questions you might have about all things UW.

International Students: Need to open a bank account? Set up a cell phone plan? Confirm your UW vaccination requirements? Complete your post-arrival check-in? CIRCLE, in collaboration with UW campus partners and local businesses, is here to help you take care of it all — in one convenient stop. Join us at the HUB North Ballroom on September 24 to check these important tasks off your list. Plus, don’t miss the chance to snap a photo with our special guest —...

Free 2-hour Paddleboard/Boat Rental at the WAC for First Year Students with valid Student Husky Card. Limit 1 use per Husky Card.   Come explore the Arboretum or the Union Bay Natural Area from a new perspective! We rent paddleboards, canoes, single kayaks, and double kayaks to the UW Community and the public. We offer discounted rates if you have your current Student or Employee Husky Card (around 25% and 15% respectively)! During Dawg Daze, First Year Students (with their Husky Card) can rent any of...

UW Students get 25% off Console Gaming & PC Gaming at HUB Games every Thursday. HUB Games features 4 Nintendo Switch, 2 Xbox One consoles and 38 gaming PC's for students to play for a small fee 6 days a week!

✨ Paint a CD & Make a Friend. That's it. That's the event. 💿 The Women's Network at UW is taking over the HUB for an afternoon of painting, good vibes, and meeting the women who make TWN what it is. Get to know and hear more from current members and those on the exec team. Here's what you'll leave with: 🎨 A hand-painted CD that's actually cute 👯 New friends who get it 📅 The inside scoop on every...

Come and meet your new favorite library! Odegaard Library is a great place for first-generation students to study and meet up with friends. This tour will highlight group and individual study spaces, book collections, computer labs, how to get help, and more. This tour is open to all students. Snacks will be provided and you can enter a drawing for a $25 e-gift card. Husky Card required for entry to Odegaard Library. 

Join AIESEC in Seattle’s Guess the Flag Tournament! Whether you’re a flag expert, a casual trivia fan, or someone who just wants to try something new, everyone is welcome to compete for fun and for prizes. Come see how many countries you can recognize! As an RSO dedicated to international connection, youth leadership, and community impact, if you’re curious about these themes, this event is the perfect place to start. Come play, and celebrate the diversity of the world with...

Meet other international students from around the world in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Engage in a variety of low-key games, and enjoy tasty desserts and treats! Hear from upperclassmen and mentors about their experiences and tips about life at UW. Start building your UW community and make lasting connections! This event is hosted by International Student Ministry (ISM)

Please join the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies and Student Organizations dedicated to the fight for working people! Design a tote bag (bags and paint-markers provided at event), learn about the work the Bridges Center and Student Organizations do to support students and community, and find out how to get involved! The Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies supports students and faculty at the University of Washington in the study of labor in all of its facets. Though education...

Kickstart your quarter with Acts 2 Fellowship! Join us at Denny Field from 11am–1pm during Welcome Week to meet new friends and hear about our 5-week Connect Groups! This quarter we're offering - Abide — women’s Bible group for the curious. - Charcuterie Chats — real charcuterie, real conversation - A2F Women's Group — grow together in our women's discipleship group - Bible Project — for people who want to jump in + encounter the Bible personally - Ironmen —...

Join us for a relaxed sip and sketch event during Orientation Week! Learn about our student organization and how we partner with La Resistencia to advocate for the rights and dignity of immigrants detained at the Northwest Detention Center. Through student organizing, education, advocacy, and community action, we work to support human rights and build solidarity on and off campus. Come color, meet new people, enjoy a drink, and discover how you can get involved—no experience necessary, and everyone is...

Join Institutional Climate Action and Environmental Policy Student Association for a walking tour highlighting sustainability and climate action on campus. Talk with other students who are interested in climate policy and activism, and learn how to get involved in environmental organizing at the UW! Meeting spot: https://maps.app.goo.gl/UKDNsSv5UtuivYMe8

For JewDub parents and students! Come grab a bagel, meet the community, and see what home away from home looks like before you head back to the dorms. Thursday, September 24, 12:00-1:00pm, Chabad House RSVP: Text MOVE IN to 206-401-7708

The Q Center is a community space and resource center for LGBTQIA+ students and allies at the University of Washington. Come kiki with the community and show off your bedazzling prowess. Join us in HUB 340 for socializing games for the chance to win big prizes and learn about our programs, resources, and services. Next, head over to our newly renovated space in HUB 315 to bedazzle your own dry-erase marker.

Did you know that UW students have the unique opportunity to study over 40 different languages? The University of Washington is a leader in language education and you can learn more about our many amazing opportunities at the Dawg Daze UW World Language Fair. Held in the HUB Lyceum (Rm 160), the Fair hosts more than 40 tables that offer UW Huskies the chance to connect with faculty, engage with other students, and learn more about how language education can...

Spikeball tournament for incoming freshman! A chance to meet new people, create new friends, and possibly win a new Spikeball Pro Net! Follow our Instagram, @huskyroundnetclub, for more information. Hope to see you there!

Join Swing Kids at UW to learn the Shim Sham! The Shim Sham is a jazz line dance done at Lindy Hop social dances, including at Reverie Ballroom at our Sunday outing. To learn the Lindy Hop partner dance as well, you can also join us at our Sept. 26 lesson. Swing Kids at UW are a group of college students dedicated to learning Lindy Hop swing. Lindy Hop is a partner dance developed in the 20's and 30's in...

The Tech Policy Lab is a unique, interdisciplinary collaboration at the University of Washington that aims to enhance technology policy through research, education, and thought leadership. Founded in 2013 by faculty from the University’s Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering, Information School, and School of Law, the Lab aims to bridge the gap between technologists and policymakers and to help generate wiser, more inclusive tech policy. During the academic year, the TPL hosts weekly Tech Policy Discussions...

You don’t have to wait for your degree to make an environmental impact. Students are already restoring ecosystems, growing native plants, and getting out into the field to do research. The University of Washington Society of American Foresters chapter is here to introduce you to the world of Environmental Science and Resource Management at UW. Environmental Science is a broad field with many overlapping or distinct paths. Learn how ESRM students are connected through research, community volunteering, and student organizations....

Come and meet your new favorite library! Odegaard Library is a great place for first-generation students to study and meet up with friends. This tour will highlight group and individual study spaces, book collections, computer labs, how to get help, and more. This tour is open to all students. Snacks will be provided and you can enter a drawing for a $25 e-gift card. Husky Card required for entry to Odegaard Library. 

Come learn a popular K-pop dance voted on by you with our talented dance captains! THE KOMPANY presents a workshop for dancers of all levels, whether you are just starting out or have been learning for years! Join us for a sweat-filled, fun, powerful dance workshop where you’re sure to wow just about anybody.

The event is to promote our RSO Students for Global Health to new members.  We want to invite any new members to learn about what our club does and give them career resources as well as education on Global Health !

Come join the Evans School of Public Policy & Governance as we kick off the academic year! Discover your pathway to public service as you learn about the Public Service and Policy Major, Public Policy Minor, NextGen Civic Leader Corps, and the Master’s in Public Administration. Meet our advisors and students and find out how we we inspire public service and democratize public policy. While you are here, pick up your free paleta, a frozen treat made from natural fruits.

Looking for a fun way to meet people and make a difference? Come hang out with us in HUB 250 for an afternoon of crafting for a cause! Make something creative that will be donated to support our local community, while meeting fellow Huskies along the way. No experience needed and all materials are provided—just bring yourself and a friend! Check out our IG @spark_seattle

Celebrate the performing arts at UW! Connect with student organizations including the Undergraduate Theater Society, The Collective, Stage Notes, and more! Come learn about the Drama majors and minors and opportunities to get involved in UW Drama productions.

Join UW Sustainability for a walking tour highlighting just a few reasons why UW is a leader in sustainability. The tour will meet at the Husky Statue in front of the HUB. From there we will explore some of UW’s sustainability features including innovative buildings and secluded green space. This tour focusing on spots around north campus will take about an hour and finish near the Burke Museum.

Join Scholars of Finance (SOF) for Donuts & Jeopardy! Come learn about SOF, munch down a donut, and team up with fellow Huskies in a fun Jeopardy-style contest! 🍩 This event is open to all students. Bring a friend or come alone! ✨

Come learn about the Technology Consulting Association (TCA), UW’s premier AI and machine learning focused consultancy. Our interest meeting will contain more details about the club, explore what techology consulting looks like, and include a mini case competition. Join us at Dawgs Who Deploy to find out how you can get involved with TCA in the upcoming year!

Join the Sports Analytics Club for an event where we’ll use data to tackle one of football’s biggest debates: who is the GOAT? This beginner-friendly event is a fun introduction to sports analytics, using real football data to explore how stats can shape the way we compare legendary players across eras. We’ll start by introducing the basics of sports analytics: what it is, why it matters, and how data is used to answer questions in sports. Then we’ll walk through...

Step away from the campus chaos, meet some new people, hang out, play some lawn games and casual sports. Drop by Denny Field whenever. Come through! Check us out on IG @a2f.uw

Interested in Dental School? Join us to learn about the dental school admissions process, how to build a strong application, and what to expect as a dental student. Questions? Contact: askuwsod@uw.edu

Join current members of Furmata, UW’s premiere competitive a cappella group for an open rehearsal! Listen in as they sing songs from their repertoire, answer questions about auditions and the competition season, sing with YOU and more! You’ll get the inside scoop on how Furmata works from the arranging process to performance. Whether you’re a Pitch Perfect super-fan or a singer looking to try something new, stop by to see what collegiate a cappella is all about!

Come play outdoor games and hang out with your elected ASUW leaders! Members of ASUW Leadership will be outdoors to meet incoming students, talk about campus community, and have fun. We hope to see you there! ASUW stands for the Associated Students of the University of Washington-- it's your student government. With over sixty employees and a Student Senate that usually numbers well over a hundred senators by the end of the year, ASUW is a large and complex organization....

CIEE is the most popular study abroad partner program at UW! We have programs for all majors in 40+ countries, so there’s something for everyone. Come learn which program is best for you, or get your questions answered if you have already started an application. Hear from student ambassadors about their experience abroad (and get their $200 discount link!), and chat with UW Study Abroad staff. Take the first step in making your study abroad dreams a reality! 

Hello New Huskies! - here's a way to brag about your fantastic choice in University; the UW has more different types of tree growing on campus than just about any other University in the entire country! Our campus grounds are home to over 500 different tree species and cultivars (and over 12,000 individual specimens). This tree tour is the perfect opportunity to meet some of the most exceptional types of trees on campus. We will visit trees that have been...

Do you like to eat good food and learn how to navigate life with good friends and mentors? Charcuterie Chats is a group of women passionate about building real friendships over yummy charcuterie and having honest conversations about life from a Christian perspective. Join our interest meeting to learn more! Check us out on IG @a2f.uw

Let's break the ice and ease back into things before the quarter starts!  Connect with friends, meet new people and enjoy a laid-back vibe in our department's bright and airy event space in Denny Hall.  This is a chance to relax, create new community and start the new academic year off in a fun and interactive way. You can also learn about the interesting courses and events offered by our department, including two study abroad opportunities, German Club game nights,...

Join the Bird Buddies flock in our first event of the year! We'll be quizzing people on their bird knowledge at our trivia night. Whether you're an experienced birdwatcher, or have fought the gulls for your food on campus, everyone is welcome to test their avian knowledge for a night of fun and prizes! About Bird Buddies: we're a social club dedicated to fostering a love and appreciation for nature and wildlife, and creating a community of students who want...

Got Opinions? Get Published. Ever read an article and thought, "I could write that better"? Here's your chance to prove it. The UW Journal of Political Science is throwing open its doors for a workshop built just for you! No experience needed, just curiosity. You'll get the inside scoop straight from current editors: how to write for an audience, how the publication process actually works, and the insider tips that turn a rough draft into a byline. Plus, we've got...

Join us to learn more about our club; including our running routes, races, and other fun events! Runners of all paces are invited. Snacks will also be provided ☺️

The Community, Environment & Planning (CEP) major proposes hosting a fun and engaging Jumbo Volleyball event where new and returning UW students can enjoy the sun, meet new people, and discover what CEP has to offer. CEP is a holistic and interdisciplinary major that allows students to explore a wide range of interests, from health, political science to economics, CEP is the perfect double major! Through this event, students can practice one of CEP’s core values -community -by using communication,...

Come spend time outside on our beautiful campus, making friendship bracelets and new friends! Materials provided. RUF is a Christian RSO that invites students from all faith backgrounds to ask good questions, make good friends, and hear good news. We'd love to see you there!

Join First Love Seattle for a warm evening of Bible study and fellowship on Thursday, September 24th at 6:00 PM at Cafe Happy in Seattle, WA! Whether you're new to the faith, curious about Scripture, or simply looking for genuine community, this is a space for you. We'll dive into God's Word together, share meaningful conversation, and connect with new friends , all in a relaxed, welcoming café setting. And yes, there's free boba for everyone! Come as you are;...

Join the Sustainable Education Initiative RSO for a fun evening painting rocks outside! Paint a rock to decorate your dorm/home and learn more about our club. All materials will be provided :)

Every night for almost two decades, artist Clare Johnson has drawn and written on a post-it to save a small piece of each ending day. Currently including over 6,500 sticky notes and growing nightly, this sprawling yet deeply intimate work honors what normal communication can’t—all the separate times held within ourselves, endlessly overlapping, collapsing and refocusing. As part of Art + Culture Week and in conjunction with the exhibition Day-to-Day: Rhythm, Routine, Resistance, join Johnson at the Henry for a talk and hands-on activity exploring...

Free Popcorn at Quad Flicks from Cinema & Media Studies (CMS). This 'event' thus coincides with the schedule of Quad Flicks and is not an independent event.  

Throwback to the 2000s and play some recess games with Acts2Fellowship on Red Square. Enjoy the nostalgic games, make new friends, and meet the A2F community! Check out our Instagram @a2f.uw

The America at 250 : Moments that Made Us exhibit explores America’s founding ideals through pivotal turning points in history. On display are primary sources from early American history including a guide book to the Centennial Exhibition in 1876 and newspapers from the Bicentennial in 1976. Read the front page of the Boston Globe from 1876. See how children lived in the Colonies. Find out if you would pass a citizenship test with an interactive quiz. The exhibit features national...

The Indigenous Walking Tour emphasizes “Place,” a concept rooted in storytelling about the Indigenous knowledge systems tied into the natural landscape all around the UW campus. The Indigenous Walking Tour was created by UW alumnus Owen L. Oliver and is dedicated to Indigenous students, past, present, and future. Review the Virtual Indigenous Walking Tour, download the Indigenous Walking Tour brochure, and visit the stops.

Explore UW Libraries spaces, services, and resources via this online or in person self-guided tour. Visit popular UW Libraries including Odegaard Undergraduate Library and Suzzallo & Allen Libraries and learn about library resources and services available to UW students. Complete the tour during Dawg Daze and enter a drawing for a $25 e-gift card. Note: Check library hours if visiting libraries in person. A valid Husky Card ID is required for entry to Odegaard, Health Sciences, and Li Lu Libraries.