Dawg Daze 2026 takes place September 23-October 2, 2026. Events are hosted by Departments and Registered Student Organizations across campus – event times, dates, and details may change at the discretion of the event host leading up to, and throughout, Dawg Daze.
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Join the College of Built Environments outside of Gould Hall on NE 40th Street for donuts and coffee to celebrate the first day of school! Drop by to chat with advisers, current students, faculty, and staff. Learn about our classes, majors, minors, and study abroad opportunities. All students are welcome! Departments: Architecture Construction Management Landscape Architecture Real Estate Urban Design & Planning
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 30th, 9:00am-11:00am Location: Husky Health Center (David C. Hall Building) Main Lobby Description: Are you ready to get the most out of your health services? Many students aren’t aware of the wide range of unique resources provided exclusively for UW students. In this open house in-person at Husky Health Center, you’ll get a chance to learn about how Husky Health Center can contribute to your time at UW. We know that everybody has a different journey and...
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey? Stop by the UW Study Abroad table in Rainier Vista to learn about the exciting opportunities waiting for you! Whether you're dreaming of cultural immersion, global career experience, or unforgettable adventures, there's a program for you. Come chat with our team, ask questions, and start planning your journey. Studying abroad can change how you see the world (and yourself) so come find out what’s possible! We can’t wait to meet you!
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!
Interested in making friends and getting involved on campus? Explore UW's 800 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and learn more about what they do and how to join. Connect with people that share your interests and passions or discover new ones! Meet and talk with staff from the Student Activities Office (SAO), who advise and support student-run events, programs, and governance.
During the Student Activities Fair, the Vendor Fair showcases the businesses that support Dawg Daze! Grab some free swag and food and learn more about the businesses that help make Dawg Daze happen.
Tackle the rock wall and earn some awesome giveaways! Not into climbing? No worries—there are plenty of other fitness challenges to take on. Connect with fellow students who can share insights about scholarship opportunities and our leadership development program. Welcome, Dawgs!
Civil and environmental engineers develop solutions to address civilization’s challenges. Stop by our booth to meet our advising staff, students, and faculty and learn how the accessible Civil & Environmental Engineering undergraduate programs (CIVE and ENVE) might fit with your goals and aspirations! We will have a variety of surprises on hand for those who swing by!
Free 360 Video Booth hosted by New Student & Transfer Programs Swing by the Vendor Fair & Student Activity Fair and get your 360 video! Pick props, grab a new friend, and have your 360 video taken!
Discover a fabulous place for artistic joy on campus! Meany Center brings world-class music, dance, theater, and interdisciplinary performances to UW, and students can experience it all for just $10 a ticket. Stop by Meany's Dawg Daze table to grab some swag, meet the Meany crew, and get a sneak peek at the incredible artists coming to our stage this year. Plus, enjoy an Artistic Joy to Collective Wellness fortune cookie and enter our drawing for two free tickets to see Hung Dance...
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 Pool (Billiards) play at HUB Games every Wednesday. HUB Games features 9-Pool tables in our Pool Hall available for students to play for a small fee 6 days a week!
Did you know UW has thirteen libraries on the Seattle campus?! Whether you’re a new or returning student, stop by our Dawg Daze table at the top of the Quad to learn about some of these hidden gems – the Fine Arts Libraries and Special Collections. Express your creativity with UW-themed coloring sheets Grab library swag Explore cool materials from the archives Meet staff from the Art Library, Built Environments Library, Drama Library, Music Library, and Special Collections Ask questions...
Interested in majoring in Applied Mathematics (AMATH) or Computational Finance & Risk Management (CFRM), or the Data Science Options of these majors? Drop by Lewis Hall to meet academic advisers and learn about the admissions process, degree requirements, and experiential learning opportunities. Bring your questions!
The Suzzallo and Allen Libraries is the largest library of the eleven libraries on campus. It houses over 2 million print volumes spanning all the major disciplines. There is over 350,000 square feet of freely accessible space, with more than 600 study seats. Give your research a boost by tapping into the rich expertise of Suzzallo and Allen Libraries’ professional librarians and staff. In academic year 2026/27, we will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the construction of the iconic Suzzallo Library.
Come get A Taste of Dubhacks, a preview of our annual hackathon coming up on the weekend of October 18th-19th! Whether you’re a hackathon pro or don’t even know what the word means, join us to learn what DubHacks is all about. DubHacks is a tech and entrepreneurship non-profit in Seattle run by students here at UW, and we bring together students of all backgrounds to tackle the issues they are most passionate about. Meet new people and brainstorm a...
Come join Kappa Theta Pi for Balloon Bash! For a small donation, you'll get the chance to throw water balloons at KTP's active members. Stop by to cool off, have some fun, meet our members, and learn more about what KTP is all about! Kappa Theta Pi is a co-ed professional technology fraternity for students interested in tech, innovation, and community. Whether you want to learn more about KTP or are just looking for a fun way to kick off...
Are you interested in donating blood? Maybe looking for opportunities to volunteer with the Red Cross? Join us in getting to know more about the American Red Cross at UW (ARC@UW) while saving lives! Right now, the nation is facing a critical blood supply shortage. If you’re interested in donating, the process is straightforward! Generally, donors must be 18 or older, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health. Before donating, you’ll complete a brief health screening and...
Foster students and prospective business students! Kick off the school year at the Foster School of Business with the UW Marching Band and Dean Frank Hodge at our annual Foster Pep Rally! Grab free snacks on your way to class, network with professionals from EY, and snag a business-themed sticker from Foster's Undergraduate Business Council! This Dawg Daze event is one of the signature events for Foster's "Week of Welcome", featuring more than 20 business-related events throughout the first...
Dig into the riches of Christ (Eph. 3:8) with us as we read the Bible together for our first Bible study of the school year. Come by our room in the HUB for some fellowship and an in-depth reading of a chapter in the Bible. (Note: We hold two Bible Studies on Wednesday and Thursday Bible that cover the same topic)
Zoom Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/6380387318 Beta Rho Chi (BPX) is the premier biotechnology and pharmaceutical pre-professional honor society dedicated to immersing undergraduate students into these rapidly evolving industries through a closely-knit, interdisciplinary community. Guided by our core pillars of Cultivation, Connection, and Progression, we prepare our members to become impactful leaders, innovators, and researchers across research and development, business, tech, and law. Our network is highly diverse, bringing together students across more than 45 majors and 30 minors, which drives unique and...
Wellness Fest 2026 aims to highlight the constellation of wellbeing focused departments on campus; whose shared goal is to create a unified and supportive Space to Belong for UW students. At Wellness Fest students will find information about available services, interactive activities, have an opportunity to reflect, meet some furry friends, small treats, and prizes to take home. Featured departments may include but aren't limited to: UW Counseling Center, Husky Health Center, Livewell, Recreation, Husky Assist, Community Standards & Student...
What is the D Center? Why should I go there? You can get these questions answered and more! Visit the UW Disability and d/Deaf Cultural Center (known as the D Center) to meet our staff, explore our resources and learn how you can get involved! We will have crafts, snacks and games to play or you can chill out in our low-sensory room. The D Center, located on the third floor of the HUB is a physical and virtual community...
Are you a continuing, exchange, or graduate international student? Join us for snacks and some stories from students / graduates about their UW experience. From friendships and opportunities to challenges and regrets, discover what they learned and what they would do differently if they had the chance to start again.
Interested in exploring Economics (ECON) as a possible major? Connect with an academic advisor through a presentation about courses offered, Economics major options, the application process, departmental opportunities, and more. Be sure to bring any questions you may have! September 25 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 noon September 28 @ 12:00 - 1:00 PM (VIRTUAL: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98690475016) September 30 @ 4:30 - 5:40 PM
Join Asian American InterVarsity (AAIV) for a fun and creative Slime Social! AAIV is a Christian fellowship on campus dedicated to empowering Asian Americans to further God’s Kingdom on campus through community, faith, and service. Come meet new people, connect with fellow students, and enjoy an evening of mixing, customizing, and making your own slime. We will have all the supplies you need: glitters, charms, colors, and textures! So whether you want to make the ultimate fluffy slime, experiment with...
Come learn all about Engineers in Action at our info session! Get to know how our chapter rolls, the team, and check out photos from this summer's bridge project. At EIA, we design and build a suspended footbridge every year for a rural community in Bolivia. We accept everyone and teach you everything you need to know. You don't need any prior knowledge or experience in bridge design or civil engineering. See you there!
Come try Martial Arts at UW, a fun beginner-friendly class for new incoming students! Whether you have martial arts experience or have never thrown a punch before, you are welcome to join us. We’ll practice basic kicks, punches, movement, and coordination in a relaxed environment focused on staying active, learning something new, and meeting other students. The sessions will be taught by Professor Dr. Dabiri, a professor in the UW Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering Department. Dr. Dabiri has martial arts...
Are you a future lawyer? Actor? Have a competitive edge? Mock Trial is for you. University of Washington Mock Trial is a small competitive team that simulates full criminal and civil trials. Our members take on the roles of attorneys and witnesses and travel all around the country to compete in tournaments. Our program began in 2007, and we have been very successful since then consistently bringing home trophies and awards. Interested in Mock Trial? Join us for our information...
Come join Husky Moot Court! Moot court simulates appellate court (think Supreme Court) proceedings in a competitive setting! Husky Moot Court works to provide University of Washington students with open-access opportunities to develop their legal knowledge, public speaking skills, and critical thinking abilities through moot court competitions. Competitors step into the roles of appellate attorneys to research American case law, write legal briefs using precedent, and deliver oral arguments before a panel of real lawyers and judges. Interested? Join us...
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM • HUB 337 Meet the club, connect with friends, and start the new quarter strong. Welcoming all new & returning students.
Come join UW's only non-audition a cappella group in our first rehearsal of the year! Get to know each other and Unleashed, play some musical games, and begin learning some of our favorite songs. Our events are super fun, low-stakes, and social - anyone of any level of singing experience or interest is welcome to participate and enjoy our free food! Follow our Instagram: @unleashedaca
Young Democratic Socialists of America at UW is hosting a screening of cult classic Hayao Miyazaki film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, a hopeful story about rebuilding a world destroyed by unbridled capitalism and fascism. This event is for anyone interested in finding community on campus with like-minded individuals concerned with ecological safety, the dangers of capitalism, and building community. YDSA UW is the largest openly socialist organization on campus, committed to fighting for students' rights, union protections,...
Welcome to the Husky Squash Club at the IMA Squash Courts! The University of Washington features a highly competitive travel team that competes regionally, but we also pride ourselves on hosting super casual weekly meetings perfect for all skill levels. Stop by, make new friends, and see what Husky Squash is all about! Location: Weekly Meetings: Kickoff Date:
Socialist Alternative led the movements behind the $15/hour minimum wage and tax on Amazon in Seattle, but there’s still a lot of work to be done. The Minnesota strike in January was the strongest pushback on Trump so far, forcing him to reduce the presence of ICE. Months later, deportations have ramped up and federal prosecutors have charged 15 Minnesota activists for their participation in the struggle against ICE’s violent occupation of the Twin Cities. The fight to defend the...
Don't have quite enough homework after the first day of class to drop into CLUE for the tutors? Well, why not join us for games and great incentives! Join us for the 15th annual CLUE trivia night, hosted by your CLUE tutors! Study up on current events, pop culture, and random useless information. Bring a team of friends or come alone and we will assign you to a team for the competition. Sign-ups for the competition start at 6:30pm and...
Come to Johnson Hall for RUF’s kickoff event! We’ll gather to give you a figurative taste of how RUF’s weekly Large Group looks, followed by a literal taste of a delicious food truck! RUF Christian Fellowship 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!
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...
What did this landscape look like before it became home to the University of Washington? How has it changed since the first building was built here 130 years ago? Which histories have been popularized by those in power, and which have quietly been forgotten? The Husky History Exploration highlights ten landmarks significant to the university’s natural, indigenous, colonial, and political histories. Visit these spaces in any order and learn about the University of Washington’s past and present. Write down the...
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.
Join UW Recreation for FREE Yoga, Meditation, Movement, Fitness, and Dance classes during Preview Week. Take time out to move your body, increase your energy, have some fun, and get your quarter started with wellness in mind! Visit here to learn more information about UW Recreation and Preview Week Classes! *Space is limited, first come first served. Please check the Preview Week Class Schedule on our website for details.