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
Description
“Poly Day” as it is commonly known, is a celebration of the Polynesian culture hosted by the Polynesian Student Alliance at the University of Washington. This popular event showcases authentic Polynesian and Pacific Islander music, dance, and regalia from the islands right at the heart of the UW campus. There will be workshops for high school students that will cover the university admissions process, keynote speakers, Polynesian history and more! Around noon, the members of PSA will host the signature celebration of “Poly Day,” in honor of their 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 at the UW.This year is the 20th annual Poly Day, a momentous occasion for the UW Polynesian student community. The theme for this year is Talanoa: Binding of Stories.
Agenda & Location
8:00AM – Registration Check In
Workshops – @ The Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Performances – @ The HUB Lawn
Bus Drop Off Location
Drop off will be between the Henry Art Gallery and George Washington Statue. Please click on driving directions for more info.
About the Event
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 regardless of race/ethnic background.
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
Students are required to submit a parent/guardian permission form to participate in the 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.
About the Event
Description
Readiness for Islander Success in Education (RISE) 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.
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
Students are required to submit a parent/guardian permission form to participate in our in-person 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.
About the Event
Description
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.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
Students are required to submit a parent/guardian permission form to participate in the 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.
Due to limited capacity, registration is only open to school groups and community organizations at this time. Please email Ammara Touch (toucha@uw.edu) to coordinate registration.
About the Event
Esperanza En Educación (E.E.E.) Conference is a one-day conference to encourage, motivate, and empower Latino/a students to pursue higher education, as well as to give them the opportunity to experience the University of Washington. Participants meet with current Latino/a UW students, interact in workshops, and prepare to be competitive applicants to the UW.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
Students are required to submit a parent/guardian permission form to participate in the 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.
Additional Information
We will be providing transportation from the following locations: Tri-Cities, Sunnyside, Yakima, Moses Lake, Quincy, and Wenatchee. A link to sign up for transportation will be in the confirmation email you receive after registering.
Attending with your school, club, or community organization? Please email reach@uw.edu so we can provide your chaperone with details for the event.
Accessibility
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. To make a request connected to a disability or health condition contact reach@uw.edu.
About the Event
Native American Student Day is one-day conference for American Indian/Alaska Native high school students who are interested in attending the University of Washington Seattle. NASD was created to encourage Native students to pursue higher education as well as give them the opportunity to experience the UW. Attendees will meet current UW staff & faculty as well as future classmates, learn about campus programs, attend a UW admissions presentation, and discover the diversity and unity that exist in the UW community.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.
Parent/Guardian Permission Form
Students are required to submit a parent/guardian permission form to participate in the 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.
