Multicultural Outreach & Recruitment

Shades of Purple- virtual

Grade Level: Senior

About the Event

Join Us for Shades of Purple – Virtual Edition!

Shades of Purple is a virtual, event for rising high school seniors (Class of 2027) in Washington State who are interested in applying to the University of Washington – Seattle.

Get a head start on your college journey

  • Learn how to apply to the UW
  • Start your college admissions essay with support from UW staff
  • Attend live, interactive workshops from the comfort of your home
  • Explore academic programs and campus resources
  • Connect with UW Admissions Counselors and current students

Come prepared to log in, learn, and write!

Important

All students must complete a permission and emergency information form in order to participate.

➡ Fill out the required form via DocuSign

Questions or trouble registering?

Email us at: reach@uw.edu

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

Join Us for Shades of Purple – Virtual Edition!

Shades of Purple is a virtual event for rising high school seniors (Class of 2027) in Washington State who are interested in applying to the University of Washington – Seattle.

Get a head start on your college journey

  • Learn how to apply to the UW
  • Start your college admissions essay with support from UW staff
  • Attend live, interactive workshops from the comfort of your home
  • Explore academic programs and campus resources
  • Connect with UW Admissions Counselors and current students

Come prepared to log in, learn, and write!

Important

All students must complete a permission and emergency information form in order to participate.

➡ Fill out the required form via DocuSign

Questions or trouble registering?

Email us at: reach@uw.edu

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

Join Us for Shades of Purple!

Shades of Purple is a free one-day event for rising high school seniors (Class of 2027) in Washington State who are interested in applying to the University of Washington – Seattle.

Get a head start on your college journey

  • Learn how to apply to the UW and what goes into the admissions process
  • Begin drafting your college admissions essay
  • Attend workshops led by UW staff and students
  • Explore student support and success resources
  • Interact with current UW students and ask questions during the student panel
  • Enjoy a free lunch in a UW dining hall
  • Explore campus during a residential or campus tour
  • Connect with other seniors from across Washington

Come prepared to learn, engage, and write!

Important

All students must complete a permission and emergency information form in order to participate.

➡ Fill out the required form via DocuSign

Questions or trouble registering?

Email us at: reach@uw.edu

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

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.

All Dates

Tuesday, April 15 2025

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Tuesday, May 13 2025

6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Tuesday, June 24 2025

1:00pm - 4:00pm
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About the Event

Join us for Shades of Purple, a free one-day student conference for high school seniors (Class of 2027) in Washington who are interested in applying to the University of Washington as first-year students.

Shades of Purple was created to encourage you to pursue higher education as well as to give you the opportunity to experience the University of Washington. You will get a free lunch in a UW dining hall, learn how to apply to the UW and what goes into the admissions process, write a strong personal statement, and find communities and resources on campus. You will get the opportunity to interact with current UW students and ask questions during the student panel. You also have the opportunity to explore campus through residential and campus tours to see all the UW has to offer.

 

We are hosting the Shades of Purple Conference in-person and virtually. All sessions will follow the same agenda, please see registration below for full details such as dates and locations.

Note: Shades of Purple is open to all high school seniors (Class of 2027) in Washington who are interested in attending the University of Washington in Seattle. However, students who identify as American Indian/Alaska Native, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander and Southeast Asian may find this program of particular interest.

 

Additional Information

Important

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

Schools/Community Organizations: Interested in bringing a group of students? Group attendance must be coordinated with our office at least 2 weeks (14 days) prior to the event, and space may be limited based on capacity.

All students must be registered in advance either individually or by a teacher/chaperone. Unregistered students will not be permitted to register or attend on the day of the event if capacity has been reached.

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.

Note:

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

All students must complete a permission and emergency information form in order to participate.

Please email us if you did not receive an email with the link to complete the form.

All Dates

Tuesday, July 14 2026

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
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Monday, July 27 2026

10:00am - 3:00pm
Location: University of Washington, Seattle
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Thursday, August 20 2026

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Location: Zoom link will be provided via email after you register
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Tuesday, September 15 2026

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Zoom link will be provided via email after you register
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Friday, August 7 2026

10:00am - 3:00pm
Location: University of Washington, Seattle | Alder Hall
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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

🎓 Get Ready for the November 15 UW Application Deadline — Virtual Workshops!

Washington seniors, Class of 2026: apply to the UW with confidence by joining a free online Application Workshop led by UW admissions counselors and current Huskies.

What you’ll get

  • Last minute support for completing the Common App
  • Pro tips to polish your UW personal statement and activities sections
  • Live Zoom feedback—bring your drafts and questions!

Attend the full session or drop in when you can.

Space is limited. Please register for one workshop only—each session covers the same material.

Who should attend

All Washington seniors applying as first-year students to the UW are welcome. Students who identify as American Indian/Alaska Native, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, and/or Southeast Asian may find these workshops especially supportive.

We look forward to helping you submit a standout application.

All Dates

Wednesday, November 5 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Zoom (link will be sent after registration)
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Thursday, November 6 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Zoom (link will be sent after registration)
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Wednesday, November 12 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Zoom (link will be sent after registration)
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Thursday, November 13 2025

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Zoom (link will be sent after registration)
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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

Join us for Shades of Purple, a virtual student conference for first generation rising seniors (Class of 2027) in Washington who are interested in attending the University of Washington in Seattle.

Shades of Purple was created to encourage first gen students to pursue higher education, as well as to give them the opportunity to experience the UW, and foster community connection. Participants will attend workshops to prepare them for the UW admissions process, learn about campus programs, and much more.

Questions? Difficulty registering? Email: reach@uw.edu.

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.