Multicultural Outreach & Recruitment

SEA Dawgs: College Housing 101 – April 15th 2025

About the Event

SEA Dawgs: College Housing 101

Join us for the April session of our SEA Dawgs series where you will learn about the different housing options for college students including residence halls, on and off-campus housing, and commuting!

SEA Dawgs is a virtual program created to empower and motivate 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.

This program is open to all students in grades 9-11, who are interested in applying to the University of Washington Seattle. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds may find this program of particular interest. Southeast Asian students include but are not limited to the Khmer, Khmer Loeu, Khmer Krom, Hmong, Mien, Khmu, Lao, Taidam, Tai Lue, Vietnamese, Cham, Montagnards, Karen ethnic heritages. This community also includes students from Bhutanese and Burmese heritages, however, people of all identities are welcome.

Accessibility

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, and activities. To request disability accommodations, please email reach@uw.edu at least 10 days in advance of the event.

About the Event

SEA Dawgs: Honoring Our Roots

Calling all Southeast Asian high school students in Washington!

Join us for the May session of our SEA Dawgs series where you will learn about history and celebrate the cultural wealth and richness of Southeast Asian roots.

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.

This program is open to all students in grades 9-11, who are interested in applying to the University of Washington Seattle. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds may find this program of particular interest. Southeast Asian students include but are not limited to the Khmer, Khmer Loeu, Khmer Krom, Hmong, Mien, Khmu, Lao, Taidam, Tai Lue, Vietnamese, Cham, Montagnards, Karen ethnic heritages. This community also includes students from Bhutanese and Burmese heritages, however, people of all identities are welcome.

Accessibility

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, and activities. To request disability accommodations, please email reach@uw.edu at least 10 days in advance of the event.

About the Event

SEA Dawgs: Celebration

Calling all Southeast Asian high school students in Washington!

Join us in-person to celebrate the first year of the SEA Dawgs program! We will recap some of the highlights of the program, play games, and build community over light refreshments and snacks.

SEA Dawgs is a 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.

This program is open to all students in grades 9-11, who are interested in applying to the University of Washington Seattle. However, students from Southeast Asian backgrounds may find this program of particular interest. Southeast Asian students include but are not limited to the Khmer, Khmer Loeu, Khmer Krom, Hmong, Mien, Khmu, Lao, Taidam, Tai Lue, Vietnamese, Cham, Montagnards, Karen ethnic heritages. This community also includes students from Bhutanese and Burmese heritages, however, people of all identities are welcome.

Accessibility

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, and activities. To request disability accommodations, please email reach@uw.edu at least 10 days in advance of the event.

About the Event

Description

You’re invited to join the University of Washington for Native Transfer Day! Designed specifically for American Indian and Alaska Native transfer students, the day will feature sessions on the UW transfer process and the personal statement and introduce you to the Native community on campus.

Lunch will be provided. Are you a high school student interested in UW? Check out Native American Student Day.

8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., optional cultural activities 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.

About the Event

Description

“Poly Day” as it is commonly known, is a celebration of Polynesian culture hosted by the Polynesian Student Alliance (PSA) at the University of Washington.

This year’s event will highlight the strength and active presence of the Pacific Islander community here on campus and will feature University of Washington’s Micronesian Islands Club, as well as performances from other participating colleges and universities from around Washington State. There will be numerous workshops for high school students to attend that are facilitated by Pacific Island let students and faculty as well as local Pacific Islander community organizations who will all share knowledge on Pacific Islander culture, history, the admissions process, and more!

At around noon, the members of the Polynesian Student Alliance and Micronesian Islands Club will host the signature celebration of “Poly Day,” where members perform cultural dances in honor of their Pacific Islander heritage for all to attend.

This annual event aims to voice the presence of a lively and active P.I. community on campus and motivate younger generations of P.I.s to pursue higher education.

 

Agenda & Location

8:00 a.m. – Registration opens at the Husky Union Building (HUB)

9:00 a.m. – Program begins. Workshops will be held in the HUB

12:45 p.m. – Cultural performances at the HUB Lawn

Event Registration

Student Registration

Advisor Registration

About the Event

Description

Young, Gifted, & Black (YGB) is designed to engage African American high school students interested in the University of Washington. The purpose of this conference is to promote positive self-esteem, social consciousness, and cultural awareness, while simultaneously emphasizing the importance of higher education. The workshops and interactions with current African American UW students, staff, and the community will provide both the resources and role models to help students make a commitment to pursue higher education. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the UW and discover all the possibilities awaiting.

Note: Participation is open to all students in grades 9 and 10.

 

Additional Information

Due to space capacity and specific programming, advanced registration is required, and this event is for students only (no additional guests).

Schools/community organizations: All students will need to be registered in advance individually or by teachers/chaperones. Bringing a bus or a group of students?  Please email reach@uw.edu to receive chaperone information.

 

 

About the Event

Description

RISE, Readiness for Islander Success in Education, is a one-day conference for Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander high school students who are interested in the University of Washington Seattle. RISE was created to encourage, motivate, and empower Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander students to pursue higher education, as well as give them the opportunity to experience the UW. Attendees will meet current UW staff & students as well as future classmates, learn about campus programs, attend a UW admissions presentation, and discover the diversity and unity that exists in the UW community.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.

 

 

Additional Information

Due to space capacity and specific programming, advanced registration is required, and this event is for students only (no additional guests).

Schools/community organizations: All students will need to be registered in advance individually or by teachers/chaperones. Bringing a bus or a group of students? Email reach@uw.edu for chaperone information.

About the Event

The Esperanza En Educación (E.E.E.) Conference is a one-day event for 9th and 10th grade Hispanic and Latino students, designed to encourage, motivate, and empower them to pursue higher education, as well as to give them the opportunity to experience the University of Washington. Participants meet with current Latino UW students, interact in workshops, and prepare to be competitive applicants to the UW.

Note: Participation is open to all students in grades 9 and 10.

 

Additional Information

Due to space capacity and specific programming, advanced registration is required, and this event is for students only (no additional guests).

Schools/community organizations: All students will need to be registered in advance individually or by teachers/chaperones. Bringing a bus or a group of students? Please contact reach@uw.edu for chaperone information.

Accessibility

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, and activities. To request disability accommodations, please email reach@uw.edu at least 10 days in advance of the event.

About the Event

The Esperanza En Educación (E.E.E.) Conference is a one-day event for 9th and 10th grade Hispanic and Latino students, designed to encourage, motivate, and empower them to pursue higher education, as well as to give them the opportunity to experience the University of Washington. Participants meet with current Latino UW students, interact in workshops, and prepare to be competitive applicants to the UW.

Note: Participation is open to all students in grades 9 and 10.

Parent/Guardian Permission Form

All participants are required to complete the UW Emergency Contact and Permission Form prior to attending the conference. A parent or guardian must provide a signature as part of this process. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to complete the form online via DocuSign. You may also access the form directly [here]. Please note: this form is mandatory for participation.

Additional Information

Due to space capacity and specific programming, advanced registration is required, and this event is for students only (no additional guests).

Schools/community organizations: All students will need to be registered in advance individually or by teachers/chaperones. Bringing a bus or a group of students? Please contact reach@uw.edu for chaperone information.

Accessibility

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, and activities. To request disability accommodations, please email reach@uw.edu at least 10 days in advance of the event.

About the Event