Raíces de Esperanza: Financial Literacy and Paying for College
Season: Winter Events
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.
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.
About the Event
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
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.
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 form via DocuSign several days before the conference. As soon as you receive it, please have your parent/guardian digitally submit the form.
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.
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.
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
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.
Note: Participation is open to all students regardless of race/ethnic background.
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.
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 Sylvie Shiosaki, Assistant Director of MOR, at shshio2@uw.edu for chaperone information.
About the Event
Description
The Virtual U to You is a virtual workshop for prospective transfer students from Washington community colleges interested in applying to the University of Washington in Seattle. The conference will feature sessions to help you prepare to apply and the personal statement.
Target Group
Prospective transfer students attending Washington community colleges from underrepresented minority backgrounds (African American/Black, American Indian/Alaska Native, Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, or Southeast Asian, as well as students identifying as low income, first-generation, undocumented, or alumni of the foster care system).
Prospective transfer students attending Big Bend Community College, Columbia Basin College, Walla Walla Community College, Wenatchee Valley College and Yakima Valley College.
Note: Participation is open to all domestic Washington community college students.
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.
