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Help Holly! Scavenger Hunt

Holly needs help finding resources on campus! Check out the flyers to start the hunt find out how to win prizes. Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Commons Hall (UW2). Campus room: 30. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Learning Commons. Accessibility Contact: eechols@uw.edu. Friday, September 19, 2025, 8:00 AM – Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 5:00 PM.

Wellness BINGO

Join Prevention, Health & Wellness for Wellness BINGO to kick off the year! Grab a BINGO card and complete wellness activities until 10/11 for a chance to win prizes. Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus room: https://www.uwb.edu/student-affairs/hawrc. Location Type: Online. Event sponsors: Prevention, Health & Wellness. Accessibility Contact: hawrc@uw.edu. Friday, September 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 9:00 PM.

Sundae Funday

Join us for Sunday Fundae! Enjoy free ice cream, cupcake decorating, balloon art, face painting, yard games, and more fun to kick off fall quarter! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Residential Village at UW Bothell. Campus room: Residential Quad. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Student Engagement and Activities. Accessibility Contact: slbutler@uw.edu. Sunday, September 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

LoFi Lounge Mixers

Residential Students, join us for fun, themed mixers every night during Welcome Week. Come enjoy snacks and get to know others in the Residential Village! Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: The Residential Village at UW Bothell. Campus room: Residential Village. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Residential Life. Accessibility Contact: gdiaz717@uw.edu. Sunday, September 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 8:00 PM.

Picture with the Pack

Join the UWB fam for a giant field photo – say “W”. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Sports and Recreation Complex. Campus room: Sports Field. Location Type: In-person. Accessibility Contact: otp@uw.edu. Monday, September 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM.

Dawg Treats

Cool off with ice cream and connect to the UWB Community. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Accessibility Contact: sewbank@uw.edu. Monday, September 22, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.

Husky Launch

Students can attend various interactive presentations about college success. Presentations include time management, successful student traits, note-taking, library and career services, and more! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Founder's Hall (UW1). Campus room: UW1 1st floor lobby. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: The Learning Commons. Accessibility Contact: lholling@uw.edu. Monday, September 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Huskies Far & Wide: An International & Out-of-State Meetup

Kick off Welcome Week with Huskies Far & Wide, our social for international and out-of-state students. Students are invited to arrive at Summit Hall early for an optional campus tour at 3:00 PM, perfect for those who weren't able to visit campus or who would like a refresher. The social begins at 4:00 PM in Summit Hall, room 110. Participants will receive a Husky Passport filled with icebreaker questions. As you meet fellow students, you’ll collect answers and signatures. Complete your passport with unique responses to each question to earn UW Bothell swag. Space is limited to the first 40 students who register. Optional Campus Tour: 3:00–3:50 PM Social Event: 4:00–6:00 PM Register here: https://cglink.me/2zX/r377248 Snacks will be provided! This is a great way to connect, share stories, and start building your Husky community. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Summit Hall. Campus room: 110. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Office of Admissions. Accessibility Contact: maxramaw@uw.edu. Monday, September 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. For more info visit cglink.me.

Dawg Squad Kick-off

Meet up with students in your meta-major then join the whole first-year class for fun and games. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Campus "W". Location Type: In-person. Accessibility Contact: otp@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:15 PM.

Grad Social Hour @ UW Bothell

Arrive early for an optional campus tour at 3:00 PM to learn key spots before the scavenger hunt begins at 4:00 PM. Snacks provided! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: The Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Office of Student Academic Success. Accessibility Contact: wilsons4@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Welcome Crew @ the "W"

Welcome to the new school year! The Chancellor, along with UW Bothell Staff members, want to welcome you back to camous with coffee, tea, and donuts to get your week started off right! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Campus W. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: EMSA Department and the Chancellors Office. Accessibility Contact: sarahm74@uw.edu. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM.

Campus Resource Carnival

The Carnival is an event to help you learn all about the services and resources that UW Bothell has to offer for them. Play some games, enjoy some popcorn and start the school year off right. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Orientation & Transition Programs. Accessibility Contact: otp@uw.edu. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM.

Boba & Bingo Hangout

Meet School of Educational Studies faculty, hang out with your fellow Huskies, and enjoy bingo, boba, and swag! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Library - LB1. Campus room: 203. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: School of Educational Studies. Accessibility Contact: acouto@uw.edu. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.

HaWRC open house

Drop by the HaWRC to learn more about the health and wellness resources available on campus! We will be open (with snacks and goodies!). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: ARC 120. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: HaWRC. Accessibility Contact: hawrc@uw.edu. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.

Welcome Back Laser Light Show

Kick off the year with our Laser Light Glow Party! Enjoy a dazzling Laser show, face painting, hair tinsel, food, fun activities, and more! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Sports and Recreation Complex. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Student Engagement & Activities. Accessibility Contact: Slbutler@uw.edu. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Yoga in the Campus Library

Flow into Fall Quarter with a yoga class hosted by ARC Fitness & Campus Library. These classes will include a blend of stretching, strengthening, and relaxing to leave you feeling rejuvenated. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Library - LB1. Campus room: LBA-305. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: ARC Fitness, Campus Library. Accessibility Contact: uwblibad@uw.edu. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM.

Yoga in the Campus Library

Flow into Fall Quarter with a yoga class hosted by ARC Fitness & Campus Library. These classes will include a blend of stretching, strengthening, and relaxing to leave you feeling rejuvenated. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Library - LB1. Campus room: LBA-305. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: ARC Fitness, Campus Library. Accessibility Contact: uwblibad@uw.edu. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.

Campus Resource Carnival

The Carnival is an event to help you learn all about the services and resources that UW Bothell has to offer for them. Play some games, enjoy some popcorn and start the school year off right. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Orientation & Transition Programs. Accessibility Contact: otp@uw.edu. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM.

HaWRC open house

Drop by the HaWRC to learn more about the health and wellness resources available on campus! We will be open (with snacks and goodies!) from 2:30-4pm Wednesday and Thursday. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: ARC 120. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: HaWRC. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.

Learning with AI: Skills not Shortcuts

AI can be a powerful tool! Come to this workshop to explore the free AI tools available to UW students and learn how you can use AI to support your learning. Bring your laptop. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Commons Hall (UW2). Campus room: UW2-030. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Academic Learning Commons. Accessibility Contact: ch7@uw.edu. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.

DSP - Ask Me Anything Networking Event

Network with Delta Sigma Pi’s executive team, active brothers, and fellow business students to learn more about professional development, leadership, and joining our community! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Discovery Hall (DISC). Campus room: DISC 162. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Delta Sigma Pi. Accessibility Contact: jbzhang@uw.edu. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.

Student Media Open Mic Night

Join us for a night of music, poetry, comedy, and fun as students showcase their glowing talents! Plus, find out how you can get involved with Student Media (UWAVE Radio, The Husky Herald newspaper, CLAMOR arts journal, and Student Marketing & Design teams)! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: Overlook. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Student Media - Student Engagement & Activities (SEA). Accessibility Contact: uwbstudentmedia@uw.edu. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Donuts with Dining

Come meet the Bothell Dining team and have your questions answered about your meal plan! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Residential Village at UW Bothell. Campus room: In Quad, outside Terrace Dining Pavilion. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Bothell Dining. Accessibility Contact: jensen-zachary@aramark.com. Friday, September 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

Collaboratory Grand Reopening: Come Create!

Celebrate the Collaboratory's relaunch! Drop in to craft DIY keychains, buttons, decor, and more. Snacks, creativity, and fun, open to all skill levels! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Codex (outside library). Campus room: Collaboratory. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Student Engagement & Activities / Collaboratory. Accessibility Contact: govelaj@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.

Back in Motion: A PhAst Club Welcome

Launch the semester for a stellar evening with the Physics and Astronomy Club! Drop in for karaoke, food, and astro-trivia! All physics enthusiasts are welcome! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Discovery Hall (DISC). Campus room: DISC 252. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Physics and Astronomy Club. Accessibility Contact: rkstoner@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

Glow Cycle (ARC After Dark)

Cycle your way to a healthy glow - join us for a glowing cycle class during ARC After Dark! This indoor cycling class is for you – only 30 minutes in length, this class includes sprints, jumps, climbs, and more. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: Fitness Center Studio. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: ARC Fitness. Accessibility Contact: arcfitness@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM.

Bird Watching at Dusk (ARC after Dark)

Learn about local birds and biodiversity, then join us for a bird watching walk on campus! Open to all levels, binoculars provided while supplies last. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Innovation Hall. Campus room: INV 111. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: UWB/CC Sustainability, Outdoor Wellness (ARC), Collaborative for Socio-Ecological Engagement (CoSEE). Accessibility Contact: stehrani@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Glow Pilates (ARC After Dark)

Find your inner glow! Join us for glow in the dark Pilates - Pilates is a form of low-impact exercise that strengthens the body, especially the core, and improves posture, flexibility, and balance. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: Fitness Center Studio. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: ARC Fitness. Accessibility Contact: arcfitness@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 6:15 PM – 7:00 PM.

ARC After Dark

A glowing night of games, activities, food, and more to be discovered at the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) brought to you by the Campus Events Board (CEB). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: Activities & Recreation Center. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Campus Events Board (CEB) - SEA. Accessibility Contact: uwbsea@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag

Join us on the turf field for a fun game of Capture the Flag with a twist! Learn, connect, and compete with your campus community! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Sports and Recreation Complex. Campus room: Sports and Recreation Complex Turf Field. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Intramural Activities. Accessibility Contact: madele4@uw.edu. Friday, September 26, 2025, 8:00 PM.

Welcome Hike with the OWLs

Make new friends and explore the PNW as we hike up Squak Mountain! Never hiked before? No problem - everyone is welcome! Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Squak Mountain, Issaquah (virtual registration required at https://myarc.uwb.edu). Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Outdoor Wellness. Accessibility Contact: rthomp33@uw.edu. Saturday, September 27, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.

Husky Mobile Presents: Movie Under the Stars

Bring your whole family to see SUPERMAN. Feel free to wear you PJs and bring a blanket. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Orientation & Transition Programs. Accessibility Contact: otp@uw.edu. Saturday, September 27, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

Academic Advising Open House

Drop in for our Open House! Meet advisors, grab a snack, check out our space, and learn about academic advising! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Founder's Hall (UW1). Campus room: UW1-160. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: UWBAA. Accessibility Contact: uwbadvis@uw.edu. Monday, September 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Mindfulness Monday

Learn and practice some tools you can use anywhere to help ground you. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: ARC Fitness Studio. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: UWB Counseling Center. Accessibility Contact: uwbcc@uw.edu. Monday, September 29, 2025, 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM.

Board Game Night

Come play some awesome board games and card games while making new connections with students and staff. Refreshments will be provided! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Summit Hall. Campus room: Summit Hall 110. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Admissions. Accessibility Contact: dennisga@uw.edu. Monday, September 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

Foam Sweet Foam Party with Residential Life and ARC Programs

Welcome home! Join Residential Life and ARC Programs for games, a foam party, and DIY Dirty Sodas! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Residential Village at UW Bothell. Campus room: Residential Village Quad. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Residential Life and ARC Programs (Intramural Activities, Group Fitness, and Outdoor Wellness). Accessibility Contact: madele4@uw.edu. Monday, September 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

What's Brewing at SEA

Grab a coffee from Creature Coffee and learn what’s brewing at SEA! Pick up flyers and discover exciting upcoming events on campus. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Monday, September 29, 2025, 11:00 PM – Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 2:00 PM.

First Gen Welcome & Waffles

Celebrate being first! Join fellow first-gen students for waffles, community, and inspiration at UWB’s Welcome & Waffles event on Tuesday, September 30. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: North Creek Events Center (NCEC). Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Orientation & Transition Programs. Accessibility Contact: otp@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 9:30 AM.

Thrift Market

Come thrift clothes, decorations, and more! all for FREE. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Codex (outside library). Campus room: Codex. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: UWB/CC Sustainability. Accessibility Contact: stehrani@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 11:00 AM.

The Scoop on ASUWB

Join us in the Commons for an ice cream social to get the scoop on all things ASUWB! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Plaza. Campus room: Plaza. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Associated Students of the Universtiy of Washington Bothell, SEA. Accessibility Contact: uwbsea@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.

Make a Zine, Take a Zine with Community Reads

Stop by the library lobby and pick up a zine to read, or craft your own! Kick off a year of zines with Community Reads. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Library - LB1. Campus room: Campus Library Lobby. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Campus Library Community Reads Team. Accessibility Contact: uwblibcommreads@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

Speed Friending

A fast-paced conversational event, where you are limited to 5 minutes every round to connect with your peers and most importantly, make friends! Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Discovery Hall (DISC). Campus room: 252. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: UWB STARS Program. Accessibility Contact: ruffa@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

Pop Culture Trivia!

Assemble your crew and prepare for a challenge! Pop Culture Trivia is calling, and it's time to prove your expertise. Will your pop culture prowess reign supreme? Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: North Creek Events Center (NCEC). Campus room: North Creek Event Center. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Academic Advising. Accessibility Contact: sherburn@uw.edu. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Fall Club Fair

Get involved! Find new interests! Club Fair is the time to meet club officers and learn more about our UWB clubs. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Activities & Recreation Center (ARC). Campus room: ARC Overlook. Location Type: In-person. Event sponsors: Student Engagement & Activities, Club Council. Accessibility Contact: uwbsea@uw.edu. Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 12:00 AM – 4:00 PM.