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Husky History Exploration: Self-Guided Tour
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...
Indigenous Walking Tour: Self-Guided Tour
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.
Journey through the UW Libraries: Self-guided Tour
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.
America at 250: The Moments That Made Us Exhibit at UW Libraries
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...
Sunday, September 20, 2026
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Monday, September 21, 2026
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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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September 23, 2026 –Visit the UW Visitor Center
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September 23, 2026 –Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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September 23, 2026 –Dawg Daze Info Booth
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September 23, 2026 –CIRCLE Grad Day
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September 23, 2026 –MESH General Interest Meeting
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September 23, 2026 –Husky Goods Free Store Pop-Up hosted by UW Recycling
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September 23, 2026 –Cue It Up Wednesdays (HUB Games)
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September 23, 2026 –WAC Boat Rentals
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September 23, 2026 –Fitted Dawg Daze Event
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September 23, 2026 –Bracelet Making Social- AIESEC in Seattle
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September 23, 2026 –CIRCLE Mini Resource Fairs
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September 23, 2026 –Acts2Fellowship Pop-Up
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September 23, 2026 –A Taste of Dubhacks
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September 23, 2026 –Unite UW: Instant Friendships
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September 23, 2026 –JewDub Move-In Pop-Up
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September 23, 2026 –School of Music Information Session
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September 23, 2026 –Swing Kids at UW Beginner Lesson
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September 23, 2026 –Dance Student Association: Dance with Us
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September 23, 2026 –Electrical and Computer Engineering Information Session
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September 23, 2026 –Quiet Time Club – hang out with us
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September 23, 2026 –Film Screening and Sustainable Crafting with Institutional Climate Action
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September 23, 2026 –Connecting You To Healthcare – UW Med Connect
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Key Event September 23, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Ballard
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Key Event September 23, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Capitol Hill
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Key Event September 23, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: International District
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September 23, 2026 –Scholarship Info Session for New Huskies
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September 23, 2026 –GeoGuessr Tournament – AIESEC in Seattle
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September 23, 2026 –UW Libraries Silent Reading Party
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September 23, 2026 –Backyard Social with Acts2Fellowship
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September 23, 2026 –Bracelets and Boba with Society of Women Engineers
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September 23, 2026 –Husky Satellite Lab Info Session
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September 23, 2026 –Eat Together @ UW
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September 23, 2026 –Tabling and Yard Games with Cru
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September 23, 2026 –Find your classes with DawgWalks@UW
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September 23, 2026 –Lavin Kickoff Mixer
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September 23, 2026 –UW Pre-Health Panel | Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students
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September 23, 2026 –Find your classes with DawgWalks@UW
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September 23, 2026 –Hindu YUVA Rangolis and Chai
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Key Event September 23, 2026 –Key Event Dawg Daze Goes to the Mariners: Meet Up & Go
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September 23, 2026 –Dawg Daze Goes to the Mariners
Visit the UW Visitor Center
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.
Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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!
Dawg Daze Info Booth
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.
CIRCLE Grad Day
CIRCLE invites all new international graduate students to start their UW journey with a day dedicated just for them.
MESH General Interest Meeting
MESH is UW's first and only fashion design RSO on campus! We bring together a community of people interested in fashion design through workshops, events (fashion show!!!), and building a platform to showcase student designers. Come learn more about our club at our general interest meeting! Stay updated with us through our Instagram,@mesh.uw
Husky Goods Free Store Pop-Up hosted by UW Recycling
Thrift everything you need to move into your on- or off-campus housing! Before spending money on supplies, visit the Husky Goods Free Store pop-up hosted by UW Recycling. You might find hampers, plastic organizers, mirrors, cooking utensils, clothing and so much more. This is a COMPLETELY FREE event open to students and the community. WHILE SUPPLIES LAST. These items were donated by UW students during moveout! UW Recycling collected and sorted these donations for this event.
Cue It Up Wednesdays (HUB Games)
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!
WAC Boat Rentals
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...
Fitted Dawg Daze Event
Stop by the Fitted. booth during Dawg Daze to learn more about our multidisciplinary creative collective and how to get involved. We’ll be sharing information about Fitted., our creative work, and our upcoming Fall Flea Market, while giving students an opportunity to connect with our team and learn more about what we do.
Bracelet Making Social- AIESEC in Seattle
Join AIESEC in Seattle's Bracelet-making social. Here, students will be able to meet new peers and build community through craft. Our main (but not mandatory) bracelet‑making theme invites participants to represent a piece of their culture, identity, or personal story through color and design. Whether you come with a cultural idea in mind or just want to make something fun with friends, please feel free to join. As an RSO dedicated to international connection, youth leadership, and community impact, if...
CIRCLE Mini Resource Fairs
Missed or can’t make the Post-Arrival Resource Fair? No worries — CIRCLE’s Mini Resource Fairs have you covered! Campus partners and local businesses will drop by our office on September 22, 23, and 28 to share resources, answer questions, and help you get set up for a smooth start at UW. Stop in, connect, and take care of the essentials — all in one friendly, convenient space.
Acts2Fellowship Pop-Up
Kickstart your quarter with Acts 2 Fellowship! Join us at the Quad 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 —...
A Taste of Dubhacks
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...
Unite UW: Instant Friendships
Want to start the year off strong by making new friends and meeting new people? Learn about Unite UW, an on-campus cultural exchange program that builds bridges between domestic and international students at the University of Washington! Want to meet Huskies from all over the world? Excited to try new things (campfires, games, sight-seeing, food!) in the Seattle area? Join Unite UW to make new connections and find your community! Free pizza will be provided!
JewDub Move-In Pop-Up
Stop by the JewDub Tent to meet your JewDub fam, grab free swag, and enjoy a snack! We can't wait to welcome you home. Tue, Sept 22, 12:00-1:00 pm - Outside Lander Hall / Local Point (West Campus) Wed, Sept 23, 12:00-1:00 pm - Denny Field (North Campus) RSVP: Just show up
School of Music Information Session
The UW School of Music encourages current UW undergraduates to attend a School of Music information session. These sessions provide a great opportunity to learn more about what the School of Music has to offer as well as ask questions about admissions, auditions, or life as a UW music student. Topics covered include: An overview of the School of Music and its resources Degree programs offered The application and audition process Scholarships Opportunities for non-music major Time and location: Information...
Swing Kids at UW Beginner Lesson
Join Swing Kids at UW for an hour-long introduction to the Lindy Hop! All skill levels are welcome, regardless of prior dance experience. And if you have fun, you can join us at our Shim Sham lesson on Sept. 24 and our Reverie Ballroom outing on Sept. 27! 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 Harlem, NY. Born...
Dance Student Association: Dance with Us
Intermediate/Advanced Lyrical Choreography Class The Dance Student Association invites you to a lyrical dance class taught by General Officer Ally Yaffe. This Intermediate/Advanced lyrical class will begin with a dynamic warm up and across-the-floor sequences focused on building technique, musicality, and confidence in lyrical movement. We will emphasize expression, dynamics, and finding your individual movement style. Class will end with a piece of choreography that integrates some of the skills and concepts we explored throughout class. Please wear comfortable clothes...
Electrical and Computer Engineering Information Session
Is Electrical and Computer Engineering the right major for you? Please attend this in-person information session about the UW ECE department hosted in the ECE building. The session will cover what ECE is, how ECE students get involved in the department, and the admissions process for both ENGRUDs and UW Interest Changer students. The session will be lead by a UW ECE academic adviser and UW ECE peer advisers (current UW ECE students), and there will be ample time to...
Quiet Time Club – hang out with us
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...
Film Screening and Sustainable Crafting with Institutional Climate Action
Join Institutional Climate Action to make wildflower seed bombs and watch Abby Martain's "Earth's Greatest Enemy", a film that explores the intersection of anti-militarism and environmentalism by exposing the single greatest institutional polluter on the planet: The United States Military. Come and learn about how to get involved with climate activism on the UW campus, meet like-minded students, and discuss your thoughts on the film!
Connecting You To Healthcare – UW Med Connect
Interested in healthcare experience? Great! We can connect you. We at MedConnect will provide a central hub for you to get involved with volunteering, shadowing, research, events, jobs, training and more. Some of our opportunities include Continuum Care, Downtown Emergency Service Center, and group volunteering with Seattle Children’s Hospital. Come learn more about MedConnect to see how you can be involved in clinical experience and volunteering. We will be hosting some fun activities and snacks will be provided!
One Bus Away: Ballard
Head west to Ballard! Formerly an industrial district, this neighborhood is now a hub for trendy food, drink, and shopping options. Explore the Ballard Avenues red-brick streetscape and walk along Market Street to get a sense of some of the unique experiences Ballard has to offer. Ballard is a hub of food, cultural, and social experiences. We are excited to explore it with you! View the One Bus Away Guide: Ballard. Group will depart from Red Square at 2:05pm.
One Bus Away: Capitol Hill
Nestled in between downtown Seattle and the Central District; Capitol Hill is one of Seattle's most eclectic neighborhoods. A hodgepodge collection of shops, restaurants, rainbow flags, and iconic Seattle venues, Capitol Hill is seen by many as the center for experiencing a cool. Explore some of Seattle's most interesting stores, coffee shops, and more as you take in the culture. What's even better is you can get there in less time than it takes to choose a filter on Instagram...
One Bus Away: International District
The Chinatown–International District is the center of Seattle's Asian American community. Within the Chinatown International District are the three neighborhoods known as Seattle's Chinatown, Japantown, and Little Saigon, named for the concentration of businesses owned by people of Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese descent, respectively. Like many other areas of Seattle, the neighborhood is multiethnic, but the majority of its residents are of Chinese ethnicity. It is one of eight historic neighborhoods recognized by the City of Seattle. CID has a...
Scholarship Info Session for New Huskies
Do you want to apply to scholarships while at UW, but don’t know where to start? Does the scholarship process feel intimidating? The University of Washington’s Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards is excited to host information sessions for new, first-year, and transfer students. In this session, you’ll be introduced to UW scholarships and other funding opportunities (local and national) you can apply for that can reduce the cost of college expenses, help you gain research and leadership experience,...
GeoGuessr Tournament – AIESEC in Seattle
Join AIESEC in Seattle’s GeoGuessr Tournament, a friendly competition where students can test their world knowledge and connect with new people. Whether you’ve played GeoGuessr before or just want to try it, everyone is welcome to jump in and play for fun and for prizes. Come see how well you really know the world! As an RSO dedicated to international connection, youth leadership, and global awareness, this event is a great way to explore the world from campus while meeting...
UW Libraries Silent Reading Party
Are you excited to meet new people who share your hobbies? Do your hobbies involve reading, being cozy, or sitting silently in a room full of equally silent people? Did we just describe a library? Well, sure, yes – but it ALSO describes the Silent Reading Party being hosted by the UW Libraries! Enjoy comfy chairs, tea, snacks, and some fun book options from our collection. There will also be a chance to chat with other participants including representatives from...
Backyard Social with Acts2Fellowship
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 @a2f.uw on Instagram
Bracelets and Boba with Society of Women Engineers
Kick off the school year with SWE! Meet fellow Huskies, make friendship bracelets, and learn about our mission to empower women in engineering. Plus, enter a raffle to enjoy free boba! Open to all UW students 🐾
Husky Satellite Lab Info Session
Learn about the groundbreaking work taking place at the Husky Satellite Lab. Husky Satellite Lab is a research and development laboratory that is dedicated to developing novel technology and deploying Cube-Satellites for the advancement of space exploration. From Low Earth Orbiting technology demonstrations to scientific Lunar missions to cutting edge propulsion technology, and everything in between, come learn and find your place at the Husky Satellite Lab and see what makes us one of the most unique entities in UW....
Eat Together @ UW
Eat Together is a student-led application developed for UW students to find their people! Find events, friends, and connect with new people through shared meals on the Eat Together app. Stop by and chat with us while we're tabling to learn more and how to get involved with the project!
Tabling and Yard Games with Cru
Come soak up the sun with us for an afternoon of yard games and make new friends! Whether you’re a pro at spikeball, volleyball, or just here for the snacks and vibes, there’s something for everyone. It’s the perfect chance to meet others who are part of Cru (or just checking it out) and enjoy a relaxed day outside. Bring your friends, bring your game face, or just bring yourself—we can’t wait to hang out!
Find your classes with DawgWalks@UW
DawgWalks is the first and only pet related RSO on campus with a focus on urban walks within short distance from campus. Come find your classes early, and save yourself some stress on the first day of the quarter. Meet up with us, and we will take note of everyone's class locations, then show you the best routes to class (with a furry friend in tow) and maybe even make a new friend! We are also happy to answer any...
Lavin Kickoff Mixer
Do you dream of creating your own startup? Aspire to launch a business, disrupt a market or change the world with your big idea? Would you stay up all night designing a logo, reworking a product, or filling a customer order—if the business were your own? If so, you need to be part of the Lavin Entrepreneurship Program! The Lavin Program is a highly-competitive program for undergraduate entrepreneurs from all majors and disciplines across campus. Only the brightest, most passionate and driven...
UW Pre-Health Panel | Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students
What does it mean to navigate the pre-health journey? Come learn from UW students and alumni about research, clinical experiences, volunteering, and study tips for your classes. We'll also go over resources to find opportunities and stay connected as a pre-health student, like shadowing at Harborview Medical Center and volunteering at Seattle Children's Hospital. Snacks will be provided!
Find your classes with DawgWalks@UW
DawgWalks is the first and only pet related RSO on campus with a focus on urban walks within short distance from campus. Come find your classes early, and save yourself some stress on the first day of the quarter. Meet up with us, and we will take note of everyone's class locations, then show you the best routes to class (with a furry friend in tow) and maybe even make a new friend! We are also happy to answer any...
Hindu YUVA Rangolis and Chai
Join Hindu Yuva at UW for Rangolis & Chai! ☕ Come unwind, get creative, and connect with fellow students while coloring beautiful rangolis and enjoying some chai and Parle-G. Whether you’re looking to try your hand at a new art form or simply want to meet new people, everyone is welcome! No artistic experience is needed. Grab some chai and Parle-G, pick a design, and spend some time creating and connecting with the UW community. Come join us for an...
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Dawg Daze Goes to the Mariners: Meet Up & Go
Meet up at Red Square with a group of Dawg Daze Volunteers and other students to take the Light Rail train down to T-Mobile Park for the Dawg Daze Goes to the Mariners event! Students must purchase their own tickets for the game. The group will leave promptly at 6:00pm! The link to purchase tickets: www.mariners.com/dawgdaze Please note that clear bags are required in T-Mobile Park.
Dawg Daze Goes to the Mariners
Come celebrate the beginning of the school year as the Seattle Mariners play against the Houston Astros! Take part in the 19th annual Mariners game during Dawg Daze; and receive a free Dawg Daze/Mariners t-shirt to commemorate the game. The link to purchase tickets: www.mariners.com/dawgdaze Please note that clear bags are required in T-Mobile Park.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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September 24, 2026 –Visit the UW Visitor Center
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September 24, 2026 –Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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September 24, 2026 –Quiet Time Club – hang out with us
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September 24, 2026 –Dance Student Association: Dance with Us
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September 24, 2026 –DubCity Bhangra Info Session and Workshop – Punjabi Cultural Association
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September 24, 2026 –Health Equity Circle Tote Bag Decorating
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September 24, 2026 –CIRCLE Post-Arrival Resource Fair
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September 24, 2026 –Dawg Daze Info Booth
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September 24, 2026 –Game On Thursdays (HUB Games)
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September 24, 2026 –Film Club at UW
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September 24, 2026 –WAC Boat Rentals
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September 24, 2026 –Fall Exhibitions at the Henry Art Gallery
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September 24, 2026 –The Women’s Network At UW-CD Painting
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September 24, 2026 –Guess the Flag Tournament – AIESEC in Seattle
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September 24, 2026 –Odegaard Library Tour
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September 24, 2026 –International Student Meet & Greet with International Student Ministry (ISM)
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September 24, 2026 –Acts2Fellowship Pop-Up
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September 24, 2026 –Totes for Labor! Design a tote bag with the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies
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September 24, 2026 –Sip and Sketch with Immigrant Rights are Human Rights: Students for La Resistencia
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September 24, 2026 –Environmental Walking Tour with Institutional Climate Action and Environmental Policy Student Association
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September 24, 2026 –Husky Roundnet Club’s Freshman Spikeball Tournament
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September 24, 2026 –UW World Language Fair
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September 24, 2026 –Chabad UW Move-In Brunch
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September 24, 2026 –Meet & Bedazzle the Q Center
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September 24, 2026 –Swing Kids at UW Shim Sham Lesson
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September 24, 2026 –Tech Policy Lab Tech Policy Discussion
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September 24, 2026 –Society of American Foresters | All About Our Environment at UW
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September 24, 2026 –Odegaard Library Tour for First Generation-Students
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September 24, 2026 –THE KOMPANY General Workshop
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September 24, 2026 –Evans School Public Policy and Paletas
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September 24, 2026 –Spark: Crafts for a Cause with Acts2Fellowship
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Virtual EventSeptember 24, 2026 –Environmental Public Health Info Session
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September 24, 2026 –School of Drama/Performing Arts RSO Information Session
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September 24, 2026 –UW Sustainability campus tour
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September 24, 2026 –Sports Analytics Club: Who’s the GOAT?
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Key Event September 24, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: International District
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Key Event September 24, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Capitol Hill
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Key Event September 24, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Ballard
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September 24, 2026 –Dawgs Who Deploy: Technology Consulting Association (TCA) Interest Meeting
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September 24, 2026 –Backyard Social with Acts2Fellowship
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September 24, 2026 –Donuts & Jeopardy w/ Scholars of Finance
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September 24, 2026 –UW School of Dentistry Admissions Workshop
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September 24, 2026 –Furmata A Cappella Open Rehearsal
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September 24, 2026 –Outdoor Games with ASUW
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September 24, 2026 –Brockman Memorial Tree Tour
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September 24, 2026 –CIEE Study Abroad Info Session
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September 24, 2026 –Charcuterie Chats Interest Meeting with Acts2Fellowship
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September 24, 2026 –Bird Buddies Trivia Night
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September 24, 2026 –How To Get Published 101 with UW Journal of Political Science
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September 24, 2026 –Breaking the Ice- Ice Cream Party at the Department of German Studies
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September 24, 2026 –Husky Run Club Info Session
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September 24, 2026 –CEP Jumbo Volleyball
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September 24, 2026 –RUF Christian Fellowship Craft Night
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September 24, 2026 –Bible Study, First Love Seattle : All Are Welcome
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September 24, 2026 –Rock Painting with SEI (Sustainable Education Initiative)
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September 24, 2026 –Day-to-Day: A Life in Sticky Notes at the Henry Art Gallery
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September 24, 2026 –Quad Flicks: Free Popcorn
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September 24, 2026 –Retro Recess Games with Acts2Fellowship
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Key Event September 24, 2026 –Key Event Quad Flicks: Surprise Movie
Visit the UW Visitor Center
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.
Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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!
Quiet Time Club – hang out with us
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...
Dance Student Association: Dance with Us
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...
DubCity Bhangra Info Session and Workshop – Punjabi Cultural Association
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....
Health Equity Circle Tote Bag Decorating
New students will be introduced to Health Equity Circle RSO through a presentation while decorating tote bags with paint markers that will be provided.
CIRCLE Post-Arrival Resource Fair
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 —...
Dawg Daze Info Booth
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.
Game On Thursdays (HUB Games)
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!
Film Club at UW
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!
WAC Boat Rentals
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...
Fall Exhibitions at the Henry Art Gallery
Visit the current exhibitions on view at the Henry Art Gallery, a museum for contemporary art and ideas on the University of Washington campus. Admission to the Henry is free to all visitors. Current Exhibitions Day-to-Day: Rhythm, Routine, Resistance Jul 11, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 Joiri Minaya: To Hell with Hibiscus Jul 25, 2026 – May 2, 2027 Eric-Paul Riege: ojo|-|ólǫ́ Mar 14, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 “Every Picture Somewhat of an Experiment”: Helen Frankenthaler Prints Jul 5,...
The Women’s Network At UW-CD Painting
✨ 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...
Guess the Flag Tournament – AIESEC in Seattle
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...
Odegaard Library Tour
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.
International Student Meet & Greet with International Student Ministry (ISM)
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)
Acts2Fellowship Pop-Up
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 —...
Totes for Labor! Design a tote bag with the Harry Bridges Center for Labor Studies
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...
Sip and Sketch with Immigrant Rights are Human Rights: Students for La Resistencia
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...
Environmental Walking Tour with Institutional Climate Action and Environmental Policy Student Association
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
Husky Roundnet Club’s Freshman Spikeball Tournament
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!
UW World Language Fair
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...
Chabad UW Move-In Brunch
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
Meet & Bedazzle the Q Center
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.
Swing Kids at UW Shim Sham Lesson
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...
Tech Policy Lab Tech Policy Discussion
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...
Society of American Foresters | All About Our Environment at UW
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....
Odegaard Library Tour for First Generation-Students
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.
THE KOMPANY General Workshop
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.
Evans School Public Policy and Paletas
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.
Spark: Crafts for a Cause with Acts2Fellowship
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
Virtual Event
Environmental Public Health Info Session
Are you interested in how the natural and built environment impact human health? From water quality to workplace safety, environmental public health majors are engaged in problem solving to keep communities safe and healthy. Join us for an info session where we will cover: What is Environmental Public Health? How to explore and prepare for the major minimum admission requirements and how to declare the major 400 hour required internship And career pathways Register for the zoom link here: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/BfGgQUTETIGB64yEk1GFJg If you aren't able to...
School of Drama/Performing Arts RSO Information Session
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.
UW Sustainability campus tour
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.
Sports Analytics Club: Who’s the GOAT?
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...
One Bus Away: International District
The Chinatown–International District is the center of Seattle's Asian American community. Within the Chinatown International District are the three neighborhoods known as Seattle's Chinatown, Japantown, and Little Saigon, named for the concentration of businesses owned by people of Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese descent, respectively. Like many other areas of Seattle, the neighborhood is multiethnic, but the majority of its residents are of Chinese ethnicity. It is one of eight historic neighborhoods recognized by the City of Seattle. CID has a...
One Bus Away: Capitol Hill
Nestled in between downtown Seattle and the Central District; Capitol Hill is one of Seattle's most eclectic neighborhoods. A hodgepodge collection of shops, restaurants, rainbow flags, and iconic Seattle venues, Capitol Hill is seen by many as the center for experiencing a cool. Explore some of Seattle's most interesting stores, coffee shops, and more as you take in the culture. What's even better is you can get there in less time than it takes to choose a filter on Instagram...
One Bus Away: Ballard
Head west to Ballard! Formerly an industrial district, this neighborhood is now a hub for trendy food, drink, and shopping options. Explore the Ballard Avenues red-brick streetscape and walk along Market Street to get a sense of some of the unique experiences Ballard has to offer. Ballard is a hub of food, cultural, and social experiences. We are excited to explore it with you! View the One Bus Away Guide: Ballard. Group will depart from Red Square at 2:05pm.
Dawgs Who Deploy: Technology Consulting Association (TCA) Interest Meeting
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!
Backyard Social with Acts2Fellowship
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
Donuts & Jeopardy w/ Scholars of Finance
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! ✨
UW School of Dentistry Admissions Workshop
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
Furmata A Cappella Open Rehearsal
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!
Outdoor Games with ASUW
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....
Brockman Memorial Tree Tour
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...
CIEE Study Abroad Info Session
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!
Charcuterie Chats Interest Meeting with Acts2Fellowship
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
Bird Buddies Trivia Night
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...
How To Get Published 101 with UW Journal of Political Science
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...
Breaking the Ice- Ice Cream Party at the Department of German Studies
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,...
Husky Run Club Info Session
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 ☺️
CEP Jumbo Volleyball
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,...
RUF Christian Fellowship Craft Night
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!
Bible Study, First Love Seattle : All Are Welcome
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;...
Rock Painting with SEI (Sustainable Education Initiative)
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 :)
Day-to-Day: A Life in Sticky Notes at the Henry Art Gallery
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...
Quad Flicks: Free Popcorn
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.
Retro Recess Games with Acts2Fellowship
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
Key Event
Quad Flicks: Surprise Movie
Get excited to join your fellow Huskies for an outdoor movie! Grab your picnic blanket and friends and head out to the Quad. Arrive a few moments early to enjoy some free popcorn served by Cinema & Media Studies and get a good spot. The selected movie won't be revealed until the opening scene! To vote on the movie (until Thursday 9/17) follow @asuwae on Instagram! Bathrooms will be available in Kane Hall.
Friday, September 25, 2026
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September 25, 2026 –Visit the UW Visitor Center
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September 25, 2026 –Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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September 25, 2026 –CIRCLE International Husky Family Reception
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September 25, 2026 –Dawg Daze Info Booth
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September 25, 2026 –Native Trees Campus Tour
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September 25, 2026 –Tabling and Yard Games with Cru
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September 25, 2026 –Project Medicine – Medical Jeopardy
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September 25, 2026 –Giant Fun Fridays (HUB Games)
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September 25, 2026 –College of Education Presents: Shaping Change – Career Pathways in Education, Social Work and Public Policy
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September 25, 2026 –WAC Boat Rentals
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September 25, 2026 –Fall Exhibitions at the Henry Art Gallery
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September 25, 2026 –Paint & Connect with Society of Women Engineers
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Key Event September 25, 2026 –Key Event Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo: Meet Up & Go
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September 25, 2026 –Economics Major Info Session
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September 25, 2026 –Bocce vs. Pétanque: French & Italian Lawn Games
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September 25, 2026 –Acts2Fellowship Women’s Group: Bedazzle and Bond
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September 25, 2026 –THE KOMPANY Kommunity Cover Workshop
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September 25, 2026 –International Exchange Student Social With ISM (International Student Ministry)
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Key Event September 25, 2026 –Key Event Dubs Challenge 2026 x Transportation Scavenger Hunt
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September 25, 2026 –Waste 101 with Cedar Grove and UW Recycling
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September 25, 2026 –Unite UW: Instant Friendships
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September 25, 2026 –Peaks and Professors Pancakes and Yard Games
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September 25, 2026 –Movies and Carabiner making with ASUW Gender Equity Commission and Queer Student Commission
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September 25, 2026 –Collage and Cookies with the BASEMENT
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September 25, 2026 –UW Choirs Info Session
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September 25, 2026 –Trading Games with UW Algorithmic Trading Club
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September 25, 2026 –Golf with Triangle Fraternity
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September 25, 2026 –Dawg Daze Karaoke at the Tateuchi East Asia Library
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September 25, 2026 –Lightsaber Training with Star Wars Club at UW
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September 25, 2026 –Perfect Pair – Volunteering RSO
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September 25, 2026 –Bible Study at the Grove with Acts2Fellowship
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September 25, 2026 –CONDUCTION: A Beginner Fashion Show with MESH
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September 25, 2026 –Huskies Serve and Lead
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September 25, 2026 –Edible Tree Tour with the Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health Major
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September 25, 2026 –Game “Night” with Bird Club at UW
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September 25, 2026 –UW Case Club Pitch Event
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September 25, 2026 –Hacking & Cybersecurity @ UW | Batman’s Kitchen Info Session
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Key Event September 25, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Fremont
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Key Event September 25, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: International District
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Key Event September 25, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Ballard
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September 25, 2026 –Tap Club at UW – Open Level Tap Dance Class
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September 25, 2026 –Shrinky Dinks Making Event – AIESEC in Seattle
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September 25, 2026 –Paint Your Own Tenugui Hand Towel with the Kendo Club
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September 25, 2026 –Anime Jeopardy With Anime Nation
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September 25, 2026 –Treat Yourself to Trivia with ASUW Student Senate
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September 25, 2026 –Statistics and Probability Association (SPA) Introduction and Activities
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September 25, 2026 –Learn to Throw + Mini with UW Women’s and Nonbinary Ultimate Frisbee
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September 25, 2026 –Turning Point USA UW Social
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September 25, 2026 –LUX: Dawg Daze Events
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September 25, 2026 –Tie Dye with Partners in Health Engage
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September 25, 2026 –American Sign Language Workshop with UW ASL Club
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September 25, 2026 –International Student Social – Yard Games with Bridges International
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September 25, 2026 –IMA Intramurals – IMA Lawn Games 2026
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September 25, 2026 –RUF Christian Fellowship Spikeball Tournament
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September 25, 2026 –Find your classes with DawgWalks@UW
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September 25, 2026 –CEP Jumbo Volleyball
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September 25, 2026 –Ultimate Cabbage with InterVarsity Undergraduate Christian Fellowship
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September 25, 2026 –International Freshmen Mid-Autumn Party with ISM (International Student Ministry)
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September 25, 2026 –Synaptech Keychain Making + Info Session
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September 25, 2026 –KDX Game Night
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September 25, 2026 –Blackout Poems and Open Mic with Poetry Club
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September 25, 2026 –Korean Traditional Game Day with Living Water Fellowship
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September 25, 2026 –Lavin Founder Panel + Q&A
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September 25, 2026 –Hindu YUVA Sports Day
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September 25, 2026 –Tabletop Game Night at Odegaard Library
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September 25, 2026 –Washington Men’s Soccer vs. Rutgers
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Key Event September 25, 2026 –Key Event Late Night Carnival
Visit the UW Visitor Center
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.
Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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!
CIRCLE International Husky Family Reception
Parents and families of new international Huskies, we warmly invite you to join us for a welcoming reception where you can meet UW staff and connect with other international families. Enjoy light refreshments, giveaways, and the opportunity to speak with representatives from UW leadership and various campus departments who can answer your questions about health, safety, immigration, insurance, tuition, housing, student engagement, and more.
Dawg Daze Info Booth
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.
Native Trees Campus Tour
Hello new Huskies, and welcome - our state is renowned for its forests, and many of the trees that make up those forests can be found growing right here on the UW Campus. Native trees are truly a fascinating part of the landscape, and this event is an excellent opportunity to get to know them all. In addition to simple identification tips, this tour will also highlight the ecological and cultural qualities of our native tree specimens that make them...
Tabling and Yard Games with Cru
Come soak up the sun with us for an afternoon of yard games and make new friends! Whether you’re a pro at spikeball, volleyball, or just here for the snacks and vibes, there’s something for everyone. It’s the perfect chance to meet others who are part of Cru (or just checking it out) and enjoy a relaxed day outside. Bring your friends, bring your game face, or just bring yourself—we can’t wait to hang out!
Project Medicine – Medical Jeopardy
Are you set on attending med school in the future? Still deciding? Come join us for a fun round of Medical Jeopardy and get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be pre-med at UW! This event is a great way to meet fellow incoming UW pre-meds and start building your support system early. Project Medicine is an RSO dedicated to helping students thrive on the pre-med track. At our event we’ll share practical tips, insight into our upcoming...
Giant Fun Fridays (HUB Games)
UW Students can play HUB Games' collection of Giant Games for free every Friday of the academic quarter. HUB Games features a large collection of Giant Games including Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4, Cornhole, Giant Uno, Giant Clue, Giant Chess, Giant Checkers and many more!
College of Education Presents: Shaping Change – Career Pathways in Education, Social Work and Public Policy
What does it look like to turn your interest into a career that creates meaningful change? Join the College of Education, School of Social Work, and Evans School of Public Policy & Governance for an interactive undergraduate information session exploring pathways into careers focused on improving policies, leading organizations, advocating for communities, and influencing government decisions. Together, we’ll explore how each school approaches social impact and the different undergraduate pathways that can prepare you to make a difference in schools, communities,...
WAC Boat Rentals
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...
Fall Exhibitions at the Henry Art Gallery
Visit the current exhibitions on view at the Henry Art Gallery, a museum for contemporary art and ideas on the University of Washington campus. Admission to the Henry is free to all visitors. Current Exhibitions Day-to-Day: Rhythm, Routine, Resistance Jul 11, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 Joiri Minaya: To Hell with Hibiscus Jul 25, 2026 – May 2, 2027 Eric-Paul Riege: ojo|-|ólǫ́ Mar 14, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 “Every Picture Somewhat of an Experiment”: Helen Frankenthaler Prints Jul 5,...
Paint & Connect with Society of Women Engineers
Join SWE for some fun with painting and designing your very own tote bag! Connect with new friends, learn more about empowering women in engineering, and rock your new creation. Open to all UW students 🐾
Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo: Meet Up & Go
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! Looking for a group to go with? Head to Red Square join a group of other students and Dawg Daze Leaders and explore together! Groups will meet at Red Square and take the 44 bus to the zoo. Groups will leave 10 minutes after posted times. You...
Economics Major Info Session
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
Bocce vs. Pétanque: French & Italian Lawn Games
Come join the French and Italian Studies department for Bocce and Pétanque games in the lawn! Bocce and Pétanque are both similar Italian and French lawn games. Bocce, originating in the sixth century BC (and is also an Olympic sport!) is played with eight bocce (larger balls), and one pallino (smaller target ball). The object is simple: toss the balls closest to the pallino. Pétanque, on the other hand is a century-old game originating from Provence, in the South of...
Acts2Fellowship Women’s Group: Bedazzle and Bond
Come join us for A2F Women’s Group: Bedazzle + Bond in HUB 332, a fun and low-pressure time to get creative and connect! We're a group that wants to build genuine friendships, grow in our faith, and figure out life together. Bring something to bedazzle and come learn more about our group! Check us out on IG @a2f.uw
THE KOMPANY Kommunity Cover Workshop
Have you ever wanted to be in a dance cover? Come to our Kommunity Cover Workshop to learn a dance that you can perform at our September 28th Random Play Dance! Whether you’re a casual dancer, first timer, or have been dancing for years, come learn a dance from our talented dance captains and perform for a video we’ll post on YouTube, or just come to vibe!
International Exchange Student Social With ISM (International Student Ministry)
Come meet other exchange students from around the world and meet American friends with ISMP (International Student Mentorship Program)! We're an international non-profit that aims to be a home away from home for exchange students in the U.S. Come join us to learn about our cultural events, volunteering opportunities, and practice your English in a safe space!
Key Event
Dubs Challenge 2026 x Transportation Scavenger Hunt
Welcome to UW!Start your Husky journey with the Transportation Scavenger Hunt—a fun, hands-on way to explore campus and discover your transportation options both on and off campus. Join us on Friday, September 25 at 12:00 PM at The Quad to kick off the adventure. You’ll form teams of up to five and race to complete a series of engaging challenges that will guide you across campus and into the city, introducing you to key locations, resources, and transit tools along...
Waste 101 with Cedar Grove and UW Recycling
Did you know that roughly half of compostable material at the UW is thrown in the garbage? Attend this session hosted by Cedar Grove Composting and UW Recycling to learn how to reduce your impact by recycling and composting. Cedar Grove will share composting tips and an exciting behind-the-scenes look at what happens to your food and compostable packaging after it goes in the compost bin. Learn how to be a sustainable member of the UW community. Pizza will be...
Unite UW: Instant Friendships
Want to start the year off strong by making new friends and meeting new people? Learn about Unite UW, an on-campus cultural exchange program that builds bridges between domestic and international students at the University of Washington! Want to meet Huskies from all over the world? Excited to try new things (campfires, games, sight-seeing, food!) in the Seattle area? Join Unite UW to make new connections and find your community! Free pizza will be provided!
Peaks and Professors Pancakes and Yard Games
What’s up Peaks Fam! Peaks and Professors will be kicking off the hiking season strong with our annual Pancakes and Yard Games event! Pop by any time from 12:00-3:00 for some FREE PANCAKES and learn about all of our upcoming opportunities, hikes, and events this quarter! We will also be hosting some fun yard games to get to know your fellow hikers and our awesome trip leads! If you are interested in hiking, backpacking, or learning in the outdoors, this is...
Movies and Carabiner making with ASUW Gender Equity Commission and Queer Student Commission
Gender Equity Commissions and Queer Student Commission are hosting a carabiner-making event and movie event to learn more about student government, how to get involved, and to learn/survey how the diversity commissions can help freshman, transfer, and returning students feel more comfortable in their identity and fostering a more inclusive community at UW.
Collage and Cookies with the BASEMENT
Collage and Cookies with the BASEMENT aims to bring together those interested in art publication and creation. Come add to a collaborative, giant collage. Our team will provide snacks and magazines, however, we invite you to bring in any upcycled material. Meet a new friend and learn more about our publication and getting involved! You will also have the opportunity to view or purchase our last edition of our magazine and talk to us about any questions about student art...
UW Choirs Info Session
University of Washington Choirs welcomes you to an information session to learn about all of the School of Music's choirs! We have a place for anyone who loves to sing. In addition to a short slide show with recordings, student choristers will be available to answer your questions. Swing by for merch, free candy, and talk with current students about their experiences in choir! A 10-12 day optional summer tour for members of UW Chorale and Chamber Singers will be...
Trading Games with UW Algorithmic Trading Club
Interested in quant? Come play a market-making trading game with officers from the ATC board and learn about how we help prepare candidates for a career in quantitative finance. The Algorithmic Trading Club at University of Washington (ATC) is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community where students passionate about quantitative finance connect, learn, and grow. Primarily attracting students from Computer Science, ATC also welcomes those from Mathematics, Applied Math, and CFRM, all eager to apply their technical skills to financial markets. Supported...
Golf with Triangle Fraternity
Come out to the UW Driving range to meet the brothers of Triangle and to learn more about Triangle Fraternity and what it means to join a fraternity of Stem majors. We will be hitting golf balls at the range and welcome people to come by and learn more. We are a social fraternity of stem majors that have come together to encourage achievement and create a group of successful young men.
Dawg Daze Karaoke at the Tateuchi East Asia Library
Are you ready to show off your singing skills and have some fun? Come join us for a free Karaoke session at the Tateuchi East Asia Library in Gowen Hall! We've got the music and the space. All we need is you! It's first come first served, so grab your friends and get ready to rock. No reservations needed. While you are here, don't miss the chance to explore our incredible collections of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean materials. Our friendly...
Lightsaber Training with Star Wars Club at UW
Step into a galaxy far, far away and learn the art of lightsaber combat at Lightsaber Academy! Hosted by the UW Star Wars Club, this interactive session introduces participants to the fundamentals of lightsaber choreography, movement, and technique inspired by iconic Jedi and Sith fighting styles. Whether you’ve never picked up a saber or you’re ready to refine your skills, this event is designed to be accessible, engaging, and fun for everyone. Participants will learn basic stances, strikes, and simple...
Perfect Pair – Volunteering RSO
Come to learn about our RSO and make cards for residents at local retirement homes! A little but about us: Perfect Pair Washington is one of 35 chapters that are part of the national organization. Our mission is to cultivate intergenerational connections between university students and older adults. We do this by creating one-on-one pairs between student volunteers and senior residents via a matching process. Student volunteers and senior residents attend regularly scheduled meetings times (often once a week or...
Bible Study at the Grove with Acts2Fellowship
What's the meaning of life, and how do you find it? Join us as we look for answers in the Bible and the latest research from Harvard professor Arthur Brooks' latest book The Meaning of Your Life. We'll have thoughtful conversation with refreshments in a low-key, discussion-based format. Check us out on IG @a2f.uw
CONDUCTION: A Beginner Fashion Show with MESH
CONDUCTION is MESH's 3rd annual beginner fashion show featuring UW beginner designers and models. Over the past month, these UW students have been learning the basics of fashion design and runway modeling. Come witness their hard work at the Jacob Lawrence Art Building Courtyard! Reception at 1 pm; Show starts at 2 pm. Interested in learning more about MESH? Follow our Instagram, @mesh.uw, for more info and event updates!
Huskies Serve and Lead
Start your UW journey by getting connected! Meet the Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center team and discover meaningful ways to engage in service, leadership, and community-building both on and off campus. Explore the Civic Health Scorecard to find opportunities that match your interests, track your impact, and build the skills needed to be an engaged and effective civic leader.
Edible Tree Tour with the Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health Major
The Food Systems Nutrition and Health major welcomes you to join us on our Edible Trees of the World tour, right here on campus! Chances are high that at some point in the last couple of days, you have eaten something that was grown by a tree. From well know fruits like apples and oranges, to sap-based delights like maple syrup, trees provide us with a variety of edible components and feature heavily in human diets across the world! Lucky...
Game “Night” with Bird Club at UW
Come hang out with Bird Club for a fun afternoon of nature-themed board and card games! 🐦 Bird Club at UW is a fun and informative space for exploring the birds of our area. We aim to welcome and promote the appreciation of local avifauna, open to all levels of experience. Club meetings include guest speakers and bird-themed activities-- and of course, the club hosts group excursions to outdoor areas so we can watch birds firsthand.
UW Case Club Pitch Event
Want to see how your degree will be applied in the real world? Come explore case competitions at the University of Washington through UW Case Club (C-Squared). During our event, you'll be grouped with your peers to solve an issue, that a real company is currently solving, and present your findings. The group with the most feasible solution will win gift cards! This event is an opportunity to meet your future teammates and sign up for Foster's Russell Investments-sponsored International...
Hacking & Cybersecurity @ UW | Batman’s Kitchen Info Session
Interested in Cybersecurity? Want to know what hackers do, besides sit in a dark room and furiously type on their laptops? Come check out Batman’s Kitchen! We are a club centered around teaching ethical hacking and creating a community for cybersecurity enthusiasts. We will be having live demos and challenges to try yourself. No experience required! We look forward to meeting you!
One Bus Away: Fremont
Come to Seattle's funkiest, most creative neighborhood – Fremont. You will be introduced to the world-famous Troll, hangout with the massive statue of Vladimir Lenin, and visit many unique shops, cafes, and restaurants. At one point, Fremont Bridge had a Writer-In-Residence, where a writer would work all summer perched above the Lake Washington Ship Canal. The ship canal project began in 1911 and was officially completed in 1924, connecting the Union Bay, the Montlake Cut, Portage Bay, Lake Union, the...
One Bus Away: International District
The Chinatown–International District is the center of Seattle's Asian American community. Within the Chinatown International District are the three neighborhoods known as Seattle's Chinatown, Japantown, and Little Saigon, named for the concentration of businesses owned by people of Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese descent, respectively. Like many other areas of Seattle, the neighborhood is multiethnic, but the majority of its residents are of Chinese ethnicity. It is one of eight historic neighborhoods recognized by the City of Seattle. CID has a...
One Bus Away: Ballard
Head west to Ballard! Formerly an industrial district, this neighborhood is now a hub for trendy food, drink, and shopping options. Explore the Ballard Avenues red-brick streetscape and walk along Market Street to get a sense of some of the unique experiences Ballard has to offer. Ballard is a hub of food, cultural, and social experiences. We are excited to explore it with you! View the One Bus Away Guide: Ballard. Group will depart from Red Square at 2:05pm.
Tap Club at UW – Open Level Tap Dance Class
Join us for an open level tap dance class! All skill levels are welcome. No experience or tap shoes required! Come to hear more about the club and meet our officers! Tap Club aims to make tap dance more accessible in the UW community through performances, events, and workshops with an emphasis on inclusivity and history of the style. We have a club performance each year at the end of winter quarter and offer four classes per month. All are...
Shrinky Dinks Making Event – AIESEC in Seattle
Join AIESEC in Seattle’s Shrinky Dinks Social, a creative craft event where students can design, draw, and shrink their own custom charms while meeting new peers and building community. 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 craft with us and meet globally minded peers!
Paint Your Own Tenugui Hand Towel with the Kendo Club
Come craft your own tenugui with the UW Kendo Club! A tenugui is a traditional Japanese cotton cloth that can be used for all kinds of things. You can dry your hands with it, wrap up things to carry, or even wear it as a fashion statement. In kendo, we often wear tenugui under the men (our helmets) to absorb seat and and a personal touch to our uniforms. Join us to design your very own tenugui to keep, use...
Anime Jeopardy With Anime Nation
We'll be hosting a Anime themed Jeopardy which is designed to challenge your knowledge of anime through a Jeopardy-style game with questions covering a broad spectrum of themes to test your knowledge!
Treat Yourself to Trivia with ASUW Student Senate
Join the ASUW Student Senate for some trivia, snacks, and friendly competition! Whether you're an incoming first-year or a returning Husky, this event is for you! This is the perfect opportunity to relax, meet new people, and see how good your general trivia knowledge is. No trivia experience is required. Enjoy free treats while answering questions on everything from pop culture, STEM, history, to UW traditions and random fun facts. Play on your own or in teams! It's a low-pressure...
Statistics and Probability Association (SPA) Introduction and Activities
The Introduction & Activities event for the Statistics and Probability Association (SPA) is a casual event for students to meet SPA. We will introduce SPA, what we do as a club, and what people can expect from our meetings throughout the school year. Then we will have fun activities and games for attendees to engage in, and meet other people who are interested in statistics before the school year starts.
Learn to Throw + Mini with UW Women’s and Nonbinary Ultimate Frisbee
Come join Big Bang--UW's Women and Nonbinary Ultimate Frisbee B-team--at Denny Field for a fun learn-to-throw event. For completely new players, the beginning of the year is the best time to join, and we're so excited to teach you the basics. For more experienced players (or those who want to try out their skills in a real game), we'll also be running some mini. Drop in at any time, we promise we're friendly :) Big Bang is UW's beginner-friendly Women's...
Turning Point USA UW Social
Opportunity for returning members of (Turning Point USA) TPUSA at UW, and those interested in joining, to connect with each other to enjoy snacks, games and conversation. Join us in HUB 238 on Sept. 25th. Hope to see you there! God bless America!
LUX: Dawg Daze Events
At LUX, as our slogan says, you'll get to meet people and make films! We are a community-oriented film production association and produce countless short films a year right here in Seattle. At our Dawg Daze Events, you will get to watch some of our past filmography and even make your own films! Our first event will be our welcome screening. A few days after that, our next event will be focused on teaching the basics of film production through...
Tie Dye with Partners in Health Engage
Join Partners in Health Engage for a creative and community-building tie-dye event where fun meets purpose! Come spend time with friends and fellow students as we design colorful, one-of-a-kind tie-dye creations while learning more about global health equity and PIH’s mission to make health care a human right. We go. We make house calls. We build health systems. We stay. Partners in Health Engage is a public/global health RSO that supports the work of the larger organization Partners in Health....
American Sign Language Workshop with UW ASL Club
Learn some basic ASL with American Sign Language Club at UW. Whether you're a complete beginner with no experience, or someone wanting to get back into the language, come hang out and learn with us for an hour.
International Student Social – Yard Games with Bridges International
Come get to know the Bridges International fam! We'll host an international student social every Friday this year. This one will be some casual and fun yard games outside (while the weather is still nice!). Afterward, people will probably walk to the Ave together for dinner or boba. New friendships guaranteed! :D
IMA Intramurals – IMA Lawn Games 2026
Join the Intramurals crew for some free lawn games, including cornhole, Spikeball and KamJam! Learn more about the Intramurals program, win prizes and practice for our upcoming lawn games tournament this October.
RUF Christian Fellowship Spikeball Tournament
Come spend time outside and meet new people at RUF’s first Annual Dawg Daze Spikeball Tournament! Snacks provided, but bring your (friendly) competitive fire! RUF (Reformed University Fellowship) is a Christian RSO that invites students to ask good questions, make good friends, and hear good news. We'd love to see you there!
Find your classes with DawgWalks@UW
DawgWalks is the first and only pet related RSO on campus with a focus on urban walks within short distance from campus. Come find your classes early, and save yourself some stress on the first day of the quarter. Meet up with us, and we will take note of everyone's class locations, then show you the best routes to class (with a furry friend in tow) and maybe even make a new friend! We are also happy to answer any...
CEP Jumbo Volleyball
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,...
Ultimate Cabbage with InterVarsity Undergraduate Christian Fellowship
What is Ultimate Cabbage, you ask? Join us for a silly game following the rules of Ultimate Frisbee, but with a cabbage! Whether you're an Ultimate pro, or just really like cabbage, we'd love to see you at Denny Field on North Campus. It'll a super casual game, so feel free to stop by any time! We'll also have other net sports if Ultimate isn't your thing but you still want to hang out and enjoy the sun with us...
International Freshmen Mid-Autumn Party with ISM (International Student Ministry)
Ready for an unforgettable night? Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with other new international students! Expect epic games, plenty of laughter, and Chinese snacks (including mooncakes)! Relax, have a blast, and meet your new UW family. Bonus: Stick around after the games... We’re heading out for a group dinner to keep the celebration going!
Synaptech Keychain Making + Info Session
Stop by, get to know Synaptech and make your own neuroscience-inspired keychain while you learn about what we do! We're UW's student-led neurotechnology organization, connecting students from a wide range of academic backgrounds to learn about and gain experience in the field of neural engineering. We host an annual hackathon, offer hands-on hardware projects, labs, workshop opportunities, and connect members with the broader Seattle biotech community. No experience necessary, just curiosity. Come craft, connect, and see what building the future...
KDX Game Night
Join us for a fun-filled Game Night with the Sisters of Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc.! Come enjoy a variety of games, laughs, and friendly competition while getting to know our sisters in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Inc. is a Latina-based, but not Latina-exclusive, sorority dedicated to promoting sisterhood, leadership, academic excellence, and service to our communities. Our sisterhood welcomes those from all backgrounds who share our values and commitment to making a positive impact. Game Night...
Blackout Poems and Open Mic with Poetry Club
Join Poetry Club for an afternoon of jubilation and creativity! Have a bunch of printouts and random documents crowding your drawers? Or an old book gathering dust in your boxes? Come make poetry of the everyday by doing blackout poems with us and stick around for an open mic to share your work or a poem you've been tinkering with over the summer. Blackout poems are a fun way to make poems by finding the few words that speak to...
Korean Traditional Game Day with Living Water Fellowship
Join Living Water Fellowship for a fun afternoon of Korean traditional games! Enjoy outdoor activities such as Yutnori and Tuho while learning about Korean culture and making new friends. Snacks and special prizes will be provided, so don’t miss out! Come play, connect, and have fun with us!
Lavin Founder Panel + Q&A
Do you dream of creating your own startup? Aspire to launch a business, disrupt a market or change the world with your big idea? Would you stay up all night designing a logo, reworking a product, or filling a customer order—if the business were your own? If so, you need to be part of the Lavin Entrepreneurship Program! The Lavin Program is a highly-competitive program for undergraduate entrepreneurs from all majors and disciplines across campus. Only the brightest, most passionate and driven...
Hindu YUVA Sports Day
Join Hindu YUVA at UW for Sports Day! Come get active, meet new people, and enjoy a fun afternoon of friendly competition with fellow students. We’ll have a variety of games and activities, including spikeball, frisbee, soccer, and more! Whether you’re a longtime athlete or just looking to have some fun, everyone is welcome. Bring your friends, try out a new sport, and enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Come join us for an afternoon of...
Tabletop Game Night at Odegaard Library
Start off the year with fun, laughter, and a bit of chaos at Tabletop Game Night at Odegaard Library! Bring your own games or choose from Odegaard's Collection of over 300 games. Make friends, discover a new favorite game, and enjoy the chill vibes of the library before school starts! Snacks and drinks provided. Not sure what game to play? Staff and members of the Board Games at UW RSO will be on hand to make suggestions! The Pen & Paper Gaming...
Washington Men’s Soccer vs. Rutgers
Come see the NATIONAL CHAMPIONS, Husky Men’s Soccer, host the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten matchup. Husky Soccer games are FREE to attend for students with a valid student ID.
Key Event
Late Night Carnival
Join the Residential Programming Board (RPB) and New Student & Transfer Programs (NSTP) in Red Square for our annual Late Night Carnival. Enjoy free cotton candy, games, a DJ, dancing, caricatures, wax hands, photo booths, food, and more! Bathroom Location: Kane Hall
Saturday, September 26, 2026
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September 26, 2026 –Husky Cycling Club x Triathlon Club
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September 26, 2026 –Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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September 26, 2026 –Project Indoor Farm: Paint, Plant, and Grow Microgreens
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September 26, 2026 –New Husky Welcome Package Pick-Up
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September 26, 2026 –Dawg Daze Info Booth
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September 26, 2026 –Hacking & Cybersecurity @ UW | Batman’s Kitchen Info Session
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September 26, 2026 –Seattle Bakery Tour with Husky Baking Club
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September 26, 2026 –Quantum Computing Club – Info Session
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September 26, 2026 –Fall Exhibitions at the Henry Art Gallery
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September 26, 2026 –Department of Geography Student & Alum Mixer
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September 26, 2026 –Husky Gaming Nation’s Random Games Tournament
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September 26, 2026 –Women in Aerospace Speed Networking hosted by SARP
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September 26, 2026 –University District Farmers Market Tour and Picnic
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Key Event September 26, 2026 –Key Event Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo: Meet Up & Go
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September 26, 2026 –Casual Hoops with Acts2Fellowship
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September 26, 2026 –🌊 Meet the Robot with UWROV
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September 26, 2026 –Dub’s Art Club Watercolor Bookmark Making
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September 26, 2026 –UW Surgery Interest Association: Surgical Jeopardy and Info Session
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September 26, 2026 –Film Screening and Sustainable Crafting with Institutional Climate Action
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September 26, 2026 –ASME Presents: Bracelets and Backyard Activities
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September 26, 2026 –Fighting Game Club (FGC) @ UW Beginner Event
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September 26, 2026 –Physicists of Underrepresented Genders (PUGs) Nitrogen Ice Cream and Trivia
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September 26, 2026 –Traditional Chinese Dance @ UW Dance Workshop
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September 26, 2026 –Swing Kids at UW Beginner Lesson
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September 26, 2026 –Raytracing and Physics in Space w/ Husky Satellite Lab
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Key Event September 26, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Fremont
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Key Event September 26, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: International District
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Key Event September 26, 2026 –Key Event One Bus Away: Ballard
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September 26, 2026 –🏀⚽ Welcome to UW! Come Play, Connect & Make Friends with First Love at UW
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September 26, 2026 –Open Ballet Class with Developpe Dance Club
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September 26, 2026 –Trading Games with UW Algorithmic Trading Club
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September 26, 2026 –Journal Painting with Asian American InterVarsity
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September 26, 2026 –IMA Intramurals – IMA Lawn Games 2026
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September 26, 2026 –Department of Surgery Women’s Self Defense Seminar
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September 26, 2026 –CEP Jumbo Volleyball
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September 26, 2026 –Husky Boxing Women’s Dawg Daze Clinic
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September 26, 2026 –Cumbia in the Square with Cumbia Club
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September 26, 2026 –d/Deaf, HOH, CODA/SODA Boba Chat with UW ASL Club
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September 26, 2026 –ASL Chat with UW ASL Club
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September 26, 2026 –Washington Football vs. Minnesota
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September 26, 2026 –Praise and Prayer with Acts2Fellowship
Husky Cycling Club x Triathlon Club
2026 Dawg Daze Ride with Husky Cycling and Triathlon Club Husky Cycling Club is the official cycling club at the University of Washington. The club provides training and racing, and recreational opportunities to UW students, faculty, and staff. We always welcome new members and hope you’ll join us for a ride sometime soon. Our goal is to build an inclusive bike team that supports riders at all levels. We work hard when we train, go fast on race days, and...
Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo
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!
Project Indoor Farm: Paint, Plant, and Grow Microgreens
Join Project Indoor Farm for Paint, Plant, & Grow Microgreens, a fun, hands-on activity during Welcome Week! Decorate your own container with acrylic paint, then plant microgreen seeds to take home and grow. Project Indoor Farm is a student-led RSO focused on exploring sustainable agriculture, hydroponics, and innovative ways to grow fresh food indoors. Learn how hydroponic systems work and how indoor farming can make growing food more accessible, even in small spaces. We'll provide all the supplies and simple...
New Husky Welcome Package Pick-Up
Are you an incoming student that did not receive a welcome package (sticker, lanyard, and Husky Guide) in the mail this summer from New Student & Transfer Programs? Come grab yours in front of Mary Gates Hall.
Dawg Daze Info Booth
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.
Hacking & Cybersecurity @ UW | Batman’s Kitchen Info Session
Interested in Cybersecurity? Want to know what hackers do, besides sit in a dark room and furiously type on their laptops? Come check out Batman’s Kitchen! We are a club centered around teaching ethical hacking and creating a community for cybersecurity enthusiasts. We will be having live demos and challenges to try yourself. No experience required! We look forward to meeting you!
Seattle Bakery Tour with Husky Baking Club
Come with the Husky Baking Club on a field trip around Seattle to try some of the best local bakeries while learning about some of the regions culinary history! We will meet on campus before heading out as a group to the university district as our first stop, then we will take the light rail to downtown Seattle and the historic Pike Place Market where we will try some absolute classics such as Piroshky Piroshky and the Pike Place Bakery....
Quantum Computing Club – Info Session
We're the Quantum Computing Club! We explore everything quantum computing related, from open-source quantum computers to the theory behind quantum algorithms and the hardware that powers the quantum computers. If you're interested in anything quantum, come visit our info session!
Fall Exhibitions at the Henry Art Gallery
Visit the current exhibitions on view at the Henry Art Gallery, a museum for contemporary art and ideas on the University of Washington campus. Admission to the Henry is free to all visitors. Current Exhibitions Day-to-Day: Rhythm, Routine, Resistance Jul 11, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 Joiri Minaya: To Hell with Hibiscus Jul 25, 2026 – May 2, 2027 Eric-Paul Riege: ojo|-|ólǫ́ Mar 14, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026 “Every Picture Somewhat of an Experiment”: Helen Frankenthaler Prints Jul 5,...
Department of Geography Student & Alum Mixer
New and Continuing Students are invited to meet geography alums at various career stages. Get a glimpse into professional possibilities and student leadership opportunities! Welcome our new alum ambassador committee members. Find information about joining Plenum and GeoDat! Rain or Shine, severe weather cancels.
Husky Gaming Nation’s Random Games Tournament
Video games, board games, card games, you name it! Husky Gaming Nation pulls out all the stops for our flagship event, the random games tournament also known as Omegathon! Tournament 1: 11:00AM start Tournament 2: 1:00 PM start Each tournament has room for 32 people! Please arrive before the start time to secure a spot in the tournament! 1st and 2nd place will receive a prize! If tournament 1 is full, don't worry; you will be guaranteed a spot in...
Women in Aerospace Speed Networking hosted by SARP
SARP is hosting a Women in Aerospace Speed Networking event during Dawg Daze to introduce incoming UW students to women pursuing careers in engineering, aerospace, and related STEM fields. The event brings together 10 women from a variety of backgrounds, including current UW students, alumni, and women working in the aerospace industry, to share their experiences and advice. Students will participate in a speed-networking format, rotating between small groups or individual conversations with the mentors. Each conversation would provide an...
University District Farmers Market Tour and Picnic
Explore the University District Farmers Market on a guided tour of the best local food available. We’ll meet the farmers, learn what makes Washington agriculture so unique, and end in a picnic with produce we pick out along the way! Join the tour to learn more about your new neighborhood and connect with students who care about a more sustainable, equitable, and delicious food system. We will meet at the Burke Museum and walk together to the Farmers Market. This event...
Dawg Daze Goes to the Zoo: Meet Up & Go
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! Looking for a group to go with? Head to Red Square join a group of other students and Dawg Daze Leaders and explore together! Groups will meet at Red Square and take the 44 bus to the zoo. Groups will leave 10 minutes after posted times. Don't...
Casual Hoops with Acts2Fellowship
Come hoop with A2F at the Pariseau Gym in the IMA! Join the Acts 2 Fellowship community and meet new people through some pick-up basketball. It's okay if you're not a D1 hooper, just come through! Check out our Instagram @a2f.uw
🌊 Meet the Robot with UWROV
Join UWROV from 11:30AM-3:30PM to see our underwater robot (ROV) in action! Our most recent ROV, Conduit, placed top 10 at the 2026 MATE ROV World Competition. Come chat with us to learn more about our ROV and RSO, as well as how you can get involved! RSVP here!
Dub’s Art Club Watercolor Bookmark Making
Start the quarter off right and join Dub's Art Club in making watercolor bookmarks! Each person is allotted supplies to make one bookmark (while supplies last). Supplies are provided but are limited, so first come, first serve! Dub's Art Club, also known as UW Art Club, is a registered student organization at the University of Washington Seattle for all artists and art enthusiasts to share and create art together! Please be aware that supplies will run out before the event...
UW Surgery Interest Association: Surgical Jeopardy and Info Session
Come learn more about UW Surgery Interest Association (SIA), an 140 member active RSO for pre-health students interested in surgery! Meet the board, learn about opportunities for our members, and play a surgery themed game of jeopardy with your peers!
Film Screening and Sustainable Crafting with Institutional Climate Action
Join Institutional Climate Action to make some planet-friendly crafts and watch How to Blow Up a Pipeline, a film that follows an unlikely group of people who join together to make an attempt at real change in the fight for environmental justice. Come and learn about how to get involved with climate activism on the UW campus, meet like-minded students, and discuss your thoughts on the film!
ASME Presents: Bracelets and Backyard Activities
The University of Washington chapter of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) will host a community-building event at Sylvan Grove for incoming first-year students. The event will feature a variety of casual activities, including bracelet making, Spikeball, volleyball, cornhole, and frisbee. ASME will provide all bracelet-making materials, including beads and string, as well as equipment for the outdoor games. The primary goal of this event is to help incoming students connect with one another before the academic year begins...
Fighting Game Club (FGC) @ UW Beginner Event
Are you interested in Fighting Games? We’re hosting a free beginner-friendly tournament for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls! Come meet some new people and have a good time! No previous experience or controller required!
Physicists of Underrepresented Genders (PUGs) Nitrogen Ice Cream and Trivia
Join PUGs at UW for a cool, sweet treat of liquid nitrogen ice cream in the physics building! Come watch the creation of and decorate you're own liquid nitrogen ice cream with fun toppings. If your feeling especially competitive, you can also join us for a physics and UW themed trivia hosted by our officers! All are welcome (yes, even if you don't know anything about physics)! Come to the Physics and Astronomy Building Room 108C at 1pm for free...
Traditional Chinese Dance @ UW Dance Workshop
Come dance with us and be part of a warm and welcoming community as we learn a fun choreography together! This beginner-friendly workshop is open to all UW students of any skill levels. No experience needed! Just bring comfy clothes & socks, water, and your energy! Come kick off the school year by meeting some members of our audition team and learning a fun traditional Chinese dance, we can't wait to see you there! Follow our Instagram @tcduw for more...
Swing Kids at UW Beginner Lesson
Join Swing Kids at UW for an hour-long introduction to the Lindy Hop! All skill levels are welcome, regardless of prior dance experience. And if you have fun, you can join us at our Reverie Ballroom outing on Sept. 27! 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 Harlem, NY. Born from African rhythms and European structured dance, the...
Raytracing and Physics in Space w/ Husky Satellite Lab
The Husky Satellite Lab's science team (HSL Projects) is looking for creative talent to design new algorithms to test in space (with UW's very own satellite) and write papers about! Learn how to create your own raytracing algorithm to simulate light physics in Earth's atmosphere, then compete in teams to see close you can get to (or whether you can beat...?) UW's model. Also, hang out with part of the science team and learn about what we do or pitch...
One Bus Away: Fremont
Come to Seattle's funkiest, most creative neighborhood – Fremont. You will be introduced to the world-famous Troll, hangout with the massive statue of Vladimir Lenin, and visit many unique shops, cafes, and restaurants. At one point, Fremont Bridge had a Writer-In-Residence, where a writer would work all summer perched above the Lake Washington Ship Canal. The ship canal project began in 1911 and was officially completed in 1924, connecting the Union Bay, the Montlake Cut, Portage Bay, Lake Union, the...
One Bus Away: International District
The Chinatown–International District is the center of Seattle's Asian American community. Within the Chinatown International District are the three neighborhoods known as Seattle's Chinatown, Japantown, and Little Saigon, named for the concentration of businesses owned by people of Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese descent, respectively. Like many other areas of Seattle, the neighborhood is multiethnic, but the majority of its residents are of Chinese ethnicity. It is one of eight historic neighborhoods recognized by the City of Seattle. CID has a...
One Bus Away: Ballard
Head west to Ballard! Formerly an industrial district, this neighborhood is now a hub for trendy food, drink, and shopping options. Explore the Ballard Avenues red-brick streetscape and walk along Market Street to get a sense of some of the unique experiences Ballard has to offer. Ballard is a hub of food, cultural, and social experiences. We are excited to explore it with you! View the One Bus Away Guide: Ballard. Group will depart from Red Square at 2:05pm.
🏀⚽ Welcome to UW! Come Play, Connect & Make Friends with First Love at UW
New to UW? We’re glad you’re here! 💜 Starting college can be exciting, but finding your people can make it even better. Come join First Love Seattle for an afternoon of basketball, soccer, fun, and fellowship as we welcome new and returning students to campus. Whether you’re competitive, just want to kick a ball around, or simply want to meet new people, there’s a place for you here. 🏀 Basketball⚽ Soccer🤝 Meet new friends🎉 Fun & fellowship💜 A welcoming community...
Open Ballet Class with Developpe Dance Club
Join us for an open ballet class with the Developpe Dance Club! This class is open to students of any level. Whether you have years of dance experience or you would like to learn ballet for the first time, there is space for you in the class. There is no required dress code for the class. Just wear something you feel comfortable dancing in. Come learn about the Developpe Dance Club and meet other students who are interested in dance! DDC...
Trading Games with UW Algorithmic Trading Club
Interested in quant? Come play a market-making trading game with officers from the ATC board and learn about how we help prepare candidates for a career in quantitative finance. The Algorithmic Trading Club at University of Washington (ATC) is a vibrant, interdisciplinary community where students passionate about quantitative finance connect, learn, and grow. Primarily attracting students from Computer Science, ATC also welcomes those from Mathematics, Applied Math, and CFRM, all eager to apply their technical skills to financial markets. Supported...
Journal Painting with Asian American InterVarsity
Come join us for an afternoon of creativity and community! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just looking for a warm environment to hang out and meet new friends, we’d love to meet you! Asian American Intervarsity (AAIV) Christian Fellowship welcomes students of all faith backgrounds to glorify God and build loving community together. All supplies will be provided! Event updates will be posted on our Instagram @aaivuw!
IMA Intramurals – IMA Lawn Games 2026
Join the Intramurals crew for some free lawn games, including cornhole, Spikeball and KamJam! Learn more about the Intramurals program, win prizes and practice for our upcoming lawn games tournament this October.
Department of Surgery Women’s Self Defense Seminar
Welcome Huskies! Join us for our third annual women's self-defense seminar. This class will dive into different aspects of personal safety including situational awareness, de-escalation techniques and self-defense techniques. Dress comfortably, bring a friend, and join us as we build up our community of empowered and boundless women at UW.
CEP Jumbo Volleyball
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,...
Husky Boxing Women’s Dawg Daze Clinic
Step into the studio with Husky Boxing! This 60-minute workshop is for women looking to make friends while learning the fundamentals of boxing. No experience required!
Cumbia in the Square with Cumbia Club
Hear the music? Come join the fun! The UW Cumbia Club is bringing the rhythm to Red Square with a free beginner-friendly dance session. No experience, no partner, and no commitment required, just stop by, learn a few steps, and dance with us!
d/Deaf, HOH, CODA/SODA Boba Chat with UW ASL Club
An event for d/Deaf, hard-of-hearing, CODAs, and SODAs to meet up and chat using ASL. Our general event for signers of all backgrounds will take place immediately after if you are not in one of these groups.
ASL Chat with UW ASL Club
Come hang out with other ASL users and get a chance to practice and sign together, hosted by the UW ASL Club! Signers of all different skill levels and backgrounds welcome, but this will be a voices off event, so if you're still struggling with some signs, bring a phone or a pad of paper and pencil to help communicate when you get stuck.
Washington Football vs. Minnesota
A quintessential college experience is getting in the stands and cheering on your Huskies! Washington Football will host their first Big Ten conference game of the season vs. Minnesota on September 26. Kickoff is 8pm. For students to attend, they must have Dawg Pack student tickets which can be purchased now at gohuskies.com/dawgpack Dawg Pack season tickets get you into all home football and men's basketball games, so get yours now and we'll see you in the Greatest Setting in...
Praise and Prayer with Acts2Fellowship
Join us at Acts2Fellowship as we make space to praise God and dedicate this new school year to Him. We know that God delights to answer His people when they seek Him, so come with an expectant heart! Address: 4507 University Wy NE Follow our IG @a2f.uw