Raíces de Esperanza: Community Organizing & Involvement
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Calling all Latinx/Hispanic high school students in Washington!
Dream big and honor your raíces!
We’re thrilled to invite you to Raíces de Esperanza—a FREE bilingual (Spanish + English) program created for Latinx/Hispanic high school students like you. This is your chance to prepare for college, connect with others who share your journey, and celebrate the culture and identity that make you unique!
Raíces de Esperanza is a bilingual virtual program designed to inspire and equip Latinx/Hispanic high school students interested in higher education. Led by Latino UW staff and students, each session will focus on a key aspect of your journey to college and beyond, including:
Tips for applying to UW and navigating the college process
A supportive space to explore and celebrate your culture and identity
Connections with other students and mentors who understand your experiences
Skills for success in college, careers, and life beyond high school
Our mission is to provide a welcoming and identity-affirming space where you can connect with UW students and staff, celebrate your roots, and gain valuable tools to achieve your educational aspirations.
The first session begins on February 5, followed by sessions in March, April, and May.
Best of all, it’s completely free to attend! Register now to join us virtually and become part of this vibrant community.
This program is open to all students in grades 9-11. However, students from Hispanic and Latino backgrounds may find this program of particular interest.
About the Event
Calling all Latinx/Hispanic high school students in Washington!
Dream big and honor your raíces!
We’re thrilled to invite you to Raíces de Esperanza—a FREE bilingual (Spanish + English) program created for Latinx/Hispanic high school students like you. This is your chance to prepare for college, connect with others who share your journey, and celebrate the culture and identity that make you unique!
Raíces de Esperanza is a bilingual virtual program designed to inspire and equip Latinx/Hispanic high school students interested in higher education. Led by Latino UW staff and students, each session will focus on a key aspect of your journey to college and beyond, including:
Tips for applying to UW and navigating the college process
A supportive space to explore and celebrate your culture and identity
Connections with other students and mentors who understand your experiences
Skills for success in college, careers, and life beyond high school
Our mission is to provide a welcoming and identity-affirming space where you can connect with UW students and staff, celebrate your roots, and gain valuable tools to achieve your educational aspirations.
The first session begins on February 5, followed by sessions in March, April, and May.
Best of all, it’s completely free to attend! Register now to join us virtually and become part of this vibrant community.
This program is open to all students in grades 9-11. However, students from Hispanic and Latino backgrounds may find this program of particular interest.
About the Event
Calling all Latinx/Hispanic high school students in Washington!
Dream big and honor your raíces!
We’re thrilled to invite you to Raíces de Esperanza—a FREE bilingual (Spanish + English) program created for Latinx/Hispanic high school students like you. This is your chance to prepare for college, connect with others who share your journey, and celebrate the culture and identity that make you unique!
Raíces de Esperanza is a bilingual virtual program designed to inspire and equip Latinx/Hispanic high school students interested in higher education. Led by Latino UW staff and students, each session will focus on a key aspect of your journey to college and beyond, including:
Tips for applying to UW and navigating the college process
A supportive space to explore and celebrate your culture and identity
Connections with other students and mentors who understand your experiences
Skills for success in college, careers, and life beyond high school
Our mission is to provide a welcoming and identity-affirming space where you can connect with UW students and staff, celebrate your roots, and gain valuable tools to achieve your educational aspirations.
The first session begins on February 5, followed by sessions in March, April, and May.
Best of all, it’s completely free to attend! Register now to join us virtually and become part of this vibrant community.
This program is open to all students in grades 9-11. However, students from Hispanic and Latino backgrounds may find this program of particular interest.
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Description
Pacific Islander Virtual Workshop is designed to support Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander high school Sophomores and Juniors who are interested in applying to the University of Washington. This virtual workshop aims to provide students with a clear understanding of the UW admissions process and the tools needed to become a strong applicant. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from current UW students of Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander backgrounds during a student panel, where they will share their experiences of finding community and belonging on campus, as well as the resources that have supported their journey at UW.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.
About the Event
Join Us for the Native Student Application Workshop!
The University of Washington’s Office of Multicultural Outreach and Recruitment, in partnership with wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House, is excited to host a Native Student Application Workshop for high school seniors in Washington.
This event will feature UW admissions counselors and current students leading interactive workshops and activities designed to help participants prepare their applications and draft outlines for their personal statements. While the focus is on supporting Native students in their journey to apply to UW, we welcome all students to attend!
Don’t miss this opportunity to get valuable insights and guidance as you embark on your college application process. We look forward to seeing you there!
UW will be providing laptops to borrow, bring a device if you prefer using your own
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About the Event
SEA Dawgs: Financial Literacy and Paying for College
Calling all Southeast Asian high school students in Washington!
Join us for the January session of our SEA Dawgs series where you will learn about financial aid and available scholarships, and practice your financial literacy skills!
SEA Dawgs is a virtual program created to empower and motivate Southeast Asian high school students who are interested in pursuing higher education. Co-led by Southeast Asian UW staff and students, each session will cover a different college or career-related topic such as cultural storytelling, identity exploration, how to get involved in your communities, professional panels, and cultivating skills for wellness and post-secondary success. High school students of all grades are welcome to participate.
This program is open to all. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds in grades 9-11 may find this program of particular interest.
Southeast Asian students include, but are not limited to, those from ethnic backgrounds such as Khmer, Khmer Loeu, Khmer Krom, Hmong, Mien, Khmu, Lao, Taidam, Tai Lue, Vietnamese, Cham, Montagnards, Karen, as well as students from Bhutanese and Burmese heritages.
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SEA Dawgs: Southeast Asian Professionals
Calling all Southeast Asian high school students in Washington!
Join us for the March session of our SEA Dawgs series where you will hear Southeast Asian professionals in various fields talk about their career paths and experiences in the workforce. This is a great opportunity to network and gain new skills and knowledge from those in your career of interest!
SEA Dawgs is a virtual program created to empower and motivate Southeast Asian high school students who are interested in pursuing higher education. Co-led by Southeast Asian UW staff and students, each session will cover a different college or career-related topic such as cultural storytelling, identity exploration, how to get involved in your communities, professional panels, and cultivating skills for wellness and post-secondary success. High school students of all grades are welcome to participate.
This program is open to all. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds in grades 9-11 may find this program of particular interest.
Southeast Asian students include, but are not limited to, those from ethnic backgrounds such as Khmer, Khmer Loeu, Khmer Krom, Hmong, Mien, Khmu, Lao, Taidam, Tai Lue, Vietnamese, Cham, Montagnards, Karen, as well as students from Bhutanese and Burmese heritages.
About the Event
SEA Dawgs: Southeast Asian UW Student Q&A
Join us for the February session of our SEA Dawgs series where you will hear from current Southeast Asian students at the University of Washington about their experiences navigating higher education, finding and building community!
SEA Dawgs is a virtual program created to empower and motivate Southeast Asian high school students who are interested in pursuing higher education. Co-led by Southeast Asian UW staff and students, each session will cover a different college or career-related topic such as cultural storytelling, identity exploration, how to get involved in your communities, professional panels, and cultivating skills for wellness and post-secondary success. High school students of all grades are welcome to participate.
This program is open to all. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds in grades 9-11 may find this program of particular interest.
Southeast Asian students include, but are not limited to, those from ethnic backgrounds such as Khmer, Khmer Loeu, Khmer Krom, Hmong, Mien, Khmu, Lao, Taidam, Tai Lue, Vietnamese, Cham, Montagnards, Karen, as well as students from Bhutanese and Burmese heritages.
About the Event
We are thrilled to extend a special invitation to Multicultural Outreach & Recruitment’s SEA Dawgs program supporting Southeast Asian high school students in their college readiness. Learn how to prepare for your UW admissions application, build community and relationships, develop professionally and explore your culture and identity.
SEA Dawgs is a virtual program created to empower and motivate Southeast Asian high school students who are interested in pursuing higher education. Co-led by Southeast Asian UW staff and students, each session will cover a different college or career-related topic such as:
Cultural storytelling
Identity exploration
Getting involved in your communities
Professional panels
Cultivating skills for wellness and post-secondary success
Our goal is to create a warm and identity-affirming space where you can build community with UW students and staff and gain the tools and knowledge to pursue your educational goals.
The first session begins on October 22, followed by sessions on November 20, December 17 and into the new calendar year.
Best of all, attendance is free! Register to join us virtually now.
This program is open to all high school students in Washington. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds may find this program of particular interest.
