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About the Event

Rising SEAs is a conference designed for Southeast Asian high school students who are interested in applying to the University of Washington Seattle. The purpose of the conference is to encourage, motivate and empower Southeast Asian students to purse higher education, as well as to give them an opportunity to experience what the University of Washington has to offer.

Participants will meet UW staff and current UW Southeast Asian students, receive information on college admission, campus programs, and resources. Through interactive workshops, the collective space will provide an opportunity for participants to share their Southeast Asian cultural experience and build community with fellow participants in preparation to be a competitive applicant to UW.

Prioritizing Health

Our priority is the health and safety of our students and community. P&G Experience will be hosted in a virtual format. Though we are moving to a virtual setting, we plan to deliver the same valuable content as we would in-person. If you do not have access to a laptop or reliable Wi-Fi to participate, please contact us at reach@uw.edu.

Parent/Guardian Permission Form

Students are required to submit a parent/guardian permission form to participate in the virtual conference. You will be emailed a permission slip via DocuSign several days before the conference. As soon as you receive it, please have your parent/guardian digitally submit the form.

Accessibility

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in our services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodations, please contact the Disability Services Office at least 10 days in advance of the virtual conference at 206.543.6450 (voice), 206.543.6452 (TTY), 206.685.7264 (Fax), or dso@uw.edu (email).

About the Event

Native American Student Day is a one-day conference for high school students who are interested in attending the University of Washington Seattle. NASD was created to encourage students to pursue higher education as well as give them the opportunity to experience the UW. Attendees will meet current UW staff and students, learn about campus programs, attend a UW admissions presentation, and discover the diversity and unity that exist in the UW community.

This program is open to all students in grades 9-11 who are interested in attending the University of Washington Seattle. However, students from American Indian/Alaska Native backgrounds may find this program of particular interest.

Parent/Guardian Permission Form

All participants must complete a parent/guardian permission form prior to attending the conference. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to complete the form online via DocuSign.

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 need to be registered in advance individually or by teachers/chaperones. Bringing a bus or a group of students? Please contact: reach@uw.edu at least 10 days prior to the event.

About the Event

Description

Rising SEAs is a conference designed for high school students who are interested in applying to the University of Washington Seattle. The purpose of the conference is to encourage, motivate and empower students to purse higher education, as well as to give them an opportunity to experience what the University of Washington has to offer.

Participants will meet UW staff and current UW Southeast Asian students, receive information on college admission, campus programs, and resources. Through interactive workshops, the collective space will provide an opportunity for participants to share their cultural experience and build community with fellow participants in preparation to be a competitive applicant.

This program is open to all high school students in Washington. 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.

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? Email reach@uw.edu for chaperone information at least 10 days in advance.