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ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Christian Frankenberg, Caltech Title: Carbon-Water Cycle Interactions and Their Role in the Global Carbon Cycle Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu   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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Research Gala Keynote Speaker: David Mogk (Montana State University) "A 50 Year Personal Odyssey Around the Earth System—Lessons Learned"

Abstract: Reflecting on 50 years as a professional Earth Scientist, I affirm the importance of advocacy by mentors (at UW and beyond) and opportunities to participate in numerous professional development experiences at critical times that have shaped the trajectory of my career. My PhD training in metamorphic petrology provided a broad understanding of the chemical and physical work done by the Earth system, and gave me the analytical tools (EPMA, XRD, XRF, fluid inclusions…) to interrogate Earth materials to understand Earth history, processes and environments. This led to research opportunities to explore the Archean, mid-crustal rocks of the Wyoming Province; a graduate fellowship at the Lunar Planetary Institute, Johnson Space Center; a deep-sea research cruise to the Kane Fracture Zone with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute; and mineral exploration projects (uranium, gold, copper, molybdenum, talc) from Alaska to Colorado.  Associations with solid state physicists opened the door for a new line of resea… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, March 28, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

ATM S 523 Seminar in Atmospheric Physics & Chemistry - COGS Talk

Speaker: Celeste Tong, UW Atmospheric Sciences Title: Low Cloud Mesoscale Morphologies in Extratropical Cyclones over the Southern Ocean Host: Professor Lyatt Jaeglé jaegle@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: jaegle@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Monday, April 1, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Botanical Sketching in Ink and Watercolor

Cost: $30 Limited financial aid slots offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. capture the essence of spring flowers and foliage with simple, quick techniques and portable materials! Beginning with fun warm-up exercises you will be guided in an intuitive approach to sketching with pen, layering watercolor washes, and gathering tips that can be applied to everyday sketching.  Beginning with quick warm-up exercises you will learn how to paint loosely and accurately and gather tips that can be applied to everyday sketching. All levels are welcome. A simple supply list will be included with your confirmation email. Instructor Lisa Snow Lady has a BA in Fine Art and Art History and a BFA in Painting from the University of Washington, as well as a degree in Ornamental Horticulture from Edmonds Community College. She has been sketching and painting for over 20 years and teaches in public and private gardens. Lisa enjoys encouraging students of all artistic levels. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Lisa Lady. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_8b4a8c1e0907. Monday, April 1, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Center for Urban Horticulture. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Ecological Restoration Symposium

This year’s symposium will delve into an array of topics that are at the forefront of our work in ecological restoration. As restoration professionals, our priorities can change quickly as emerging science and best practices evolve. But how do we effectively manage change amongst this rapid change? Our keynote speaker will highlight how Seattle City Light integrates change management into its work at an organizational level, as well as some strategies for centering employee wellbeing while effectively managing change. Other speakers will discuss: the science behind summer watering and how local municipalities are adapting their summer watering practices, managing herbivory, emerging noxious weeds, and how local nurseries are adapting their practices in the face of climate change. Co-hosted by: University of Washington Botanic Gardens and the Society for Ecological Restoration - NW Chapter $95 for in-person registration, $45 for virtual registration Financial aid rates available; scholarships & student… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Northwest Horticultural Society Hall (NHS). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://botanicgardens.uw.edu/education/adults/conferences-symposia/ecological-restoration-symposium/. Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

Covering Common Ground: Soil Management Plan Components and How to Pull it All Together (online)

Class 6 of 6. In this final class of the series students will share their soil management plans developed over the previous 5 classes and discuss them with their fellow students and instructors. Emphasis will be placed on best practices for changing climate and drought resiliency. Understanding soils – what they are, how they function, how they degrade, and how to steward them back to health – empowers restoration professionals to design and implement more resilient and self-sustaining ecosystem restoration projects. This series of classes will build from the ground up a holistic knowledge of soils that will enable students to understand how and when to choose soil stewardship techniques and most importantly why they work based on soil science. ​​​​​​​Professional Credits: APLD-2.25, CERP-2, CPH-2, EcoPro-2, ISA-2.25, NALP/WALP-2. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_dfd8dc8343cf. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:15 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Youth Program Summer Job Fair

Interested in working with youth campus during the summer? This is the event for you! Check out the link to see the current list of employers coming to this fair. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Dan Herb, dherb@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Environmental Stewardship Committee meeting

The UW Environmental Stewardship Committee (ESC) provides tri-campus institutional leadership coordination over the development of the university’s Sustainability Action Plan, climate and sustainability goals, and associated policies. The ESC generally meets quarterly throughout the year, and meetings are open. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Hans Rosling Center for Population Health (HRC). Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/91011941474. Campus room: Population Health 101. Accessibility Contact: sustainability@uw.edu. Event Types: Meetings. Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit sustainability.uw.edu.

Free 1st Thursday Public Tour

Our 1st Thursday public tours are casual walks through various areas of the 230 acre Washington Park Arboretum.  Walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.    To join the walk, meet us at the Graham Visitors Center, docents will be there to greet and gather visitors. We make every effort to tailor our tours to our audience and most months we are able to offer visitors a choice of a longer or shorter walk depending on their capabilities.  If you have any specific requirements or mobility limitations we will do our best to accommodate them. UW Botanic Gardens is committed to enriching the lives of all community members with free public tours, But please note:  Public tours are for individual participants not large groups.  If you wish to have a group tour, please explore your options at…botanicgardens.uw.edu… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: cmn23@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Age Range: Teens. Adults. Presenter: UW Botanic Garden Tour Docents. Contact Information: Catherine Nelson at cmn23@uw.edu. Event sponsors: UW Botanic Gardens Adult Education Catherine Nelson cmn23@uw.edu. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Washington Park Arboretum Graham Visitors Center 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

Spring Ephemerals at the Elisabeth C. Miller Botanical Garden

See some of the best and choicest plants for creating a lovely early season display. While strolling through the grounds, you will learn how the Miller Garden weaves early spring flowering bulbs and perennials into the landscape. Join Richie Steffen, Executive Director of the garden, as he shares his knowledge and expertise of these delightful garden gems. Event interval: Single day event. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_146f4fada439. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Elisabeth C. Miller Botanical Garden 14823 Boundary Lane, Shoreline, Wa 98177. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Mike Wallace, UW Atmospheric Sciences Title: Encounters with Gravity Waves and Teleconnection Patterns Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Fish and Wildlife Seminar Series

2023-2024 Schedule:  Date    Speaker 10/5/2023    Ray Hilborn 11/2/2023    Xochitl Clare 11/16/2023    Katie McElroy 12/7/2023    Lara Volski 1/11/2023    Matt Farr 2/1/2023    Anne Beaudreau 2/15/2023    Sandor Toth 3/7/2023    Sunny Jardine 3/21/2023    Katherine Haman 4/4/2023    Rich Hinrichson 4/18/2023    David Trimbach 5/2/2023    Sam Wasser 5/16/2023    Brad Hanson 6/6/2023    Anna Nisi. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

ESS Colloquium: Erin Cech (University of Michigan) "Professional Cultures and Inequality in STEM"

Keywords: inequality in STEM, DEI, professional culture, sociology Abstract: Can the culture of STEM help reproduce inequality? The professional cultures of STEM, which give each discipline its particular “feel” and unite discipline members under a taken-for-granted system of meanings and values, are not benign. Drawing from several NSF-funded studies, articles, and my recent book, Misconceiving Merit, I argue that these professional cultures can have built within them intersectional inequalities along gender, race/ethnicity, and LGBTQ+ status. I discuss the role of three particular cultural ideologies—the Schema of Scientific Excellence, Depoliticization, and the Meritocratic Ideology—in producing these disadvantages. I end by explaining why decisions (e.g. hiring, promotion) that partially rely on assessments of individuals’ “fit” with professional cultures are particularly important to critically examine for their potential to contribute to inequality. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, April 4, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

Brockman Memorial Tree Tour

Looking for an easy way to learn more about the trees of Seattle? The Brockman Memorial Tree Tour is a historic tour of significant trees on the UW Campus, providing a great opportunity to learn about some of the more than 500 different types of trees growing on the campus grounds. This guided tour will share stories about how trees are connected to us as people, provide useful identification tips, and highlight the importance of our city's urban forest for sustainability and adaptability in an age of climate change. This walking tour is free and open to the public, will last for about 2 hours, and will take place outdoors (so please dress for the weather). Questions may be emailed to tdhoss@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: meet in front of the Husky Union Building by the Husky statue. Accessibility Contact: tdhoss@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Saturday, April 6, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

ATM S 523 Seminar in Atmospheric Physics & Chemistry

Speaker: Joel Thornton, UW Atmospheric Sciences Title: The Amazon as a Source of Cloud Condensation Nuclei Host: Professor Lyatt Jaeglé jaegle@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: jaegle@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Monday, April 8, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Science Communication Workshop

Join the College of the Environment for a science communication workshop on Tuesday, April 9 from 1-4PM! We will focus on how thoughtful communication can elevate research and its impact, and how to hone your own communication practices for various audiences. The session is interactive, and you will be able to practice writing and talking about your work in different ways that connect to your goals.   The workshop is designed for postdocs and senior grad students (e.g. post-masters). You will be using one of your completed research projects for the practical exercise. Sign up here if interested: https://forms.gle/mUyGx6MmLoqpAvoF7. There are limited slots available (30) based on room capacity and the nature of the workshop; there will be a waitlist if interest exceeds the capacity. You will receive the meeting invite if you are confirmed as a participant (or added in off the waitlist). If you are confirmed as a participant and later can’t attend, please let Brandon Ray (bmr29@uw.edu) know, so he can add… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Brandon Ray. Event Types: Workshops. Event sponsors: College of the Environment. Target Audience: Postdoctoral Scholars and senior graduate students. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Wicking Beds: Build a DIY Self-Watering Planter Box!

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Wicking Beds are the smartest innovation for any home gardener. This low-maintenance technology allows your veggies to self-regulate their water supply from a reservoir below the soil. The result? Deeper rooted, more resilient, healthier vegetables that require less care and will thrive & fruit even while you’re away from home on summer holiday. In this class, you will learn the fundamental to build a DIY wicking bed of any size, and watch while we build one together virtually over Zoom. Laura is the owner of The Odd Gumnut Permaculture Farm in Panchgani, India. Her knowledge of the food system and regenerative agriculture comes from 12 years working across the field of food - from chef to activist to farmer. Laura is a certified Permaculture teacher and avid teacher of all things regenerative lifestyle. She has taught thousands of folks the skills to live more connected & more lightly on this earth, through in person and online workshops. She is also the cofounder o… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Laura Christie Khanna. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_2b8a1b933566. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Robert Bullard: The Quest for Environmental and Climate Justice

Climate change is the defining global environmental justice, human rights and public health issue of the twenty-first century. The most vulnerable populations in the United States and around the world will suffer the earliest and most damaging setbacks because of where they live, their limited income and economic means, and their lack of access to health care.  Professor Bullard’s presentation will focus primarily on the U.S. and the need for empowering vulnerable populations, identifying environmental justice and climate change “hot-spot” zones and designing fair, just and effective adaptation, mitigation, emergency management and community resilience and disaster recovery strategies. He will offer a framework for dismantling systemic racism and policies and practices that create, exacerbate and perpetuate inequality and vulnerability.    Registration opens March 13, 2024. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Office of Public Lectures at lectures@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: The Gradaute School, Department of Political Science, Center for Environmental Politics, Department of Philosophy, Center for Studies in Demography & Ecology, School of Environmental and Forest Sciences, Department of Communications. Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Town Hall Seattle. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

UW Seattle 2024 In-Person Spring Job & Internship Fair

A career fair is a connection opportunity for employers who have open roles and students who are currently in the job search phase. At an in-person career fair, events are hosted on campus in a large meeting space, wherein employers set up booths for students and alumni to visit. In-person career fairs are a great way for students to meet face-to-face with representatives of companies that appeal to students’ majors, interests, and goals. The 2024 In-Person Spring Job & Internship fair is open to all majors and years of study, including alumni, of all three UW campuses and community members. Student registration takes place in Handshake and is open as of February 20, 2024. For more information, contact: Career & Internship Center at cicevents@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: HUB Ballrooms. Accessibility Contact: Dan Herb, dherb@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Event sponsors: UW Career & Internship Center. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM. For more info visit careers.uw.edu.

ATM S 521 Seminar in Atmospheric & Climate Dynamics

Speaker: Lily Zhang, UW Atmospheric Sciences Title: Weather and Climate from a Land-Atmosphere Perspective Host: Professor Cecilia Bitz, bitz@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: bitz@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Introduction to 10 Common Plant Families

Developing the ability to recognize plant families by sight is helpful for learning new plants, whether in the garden or out in nature. This course is designed for students who want to develop basic family recognition and plant identification skills.  We will focus on 10 flowering plant families commonly found in cultivation and in the wild. The first two classes (virtual) will cover basic terminology for vegetative (roots, leaves, and stems) and reproductive (flowers and fruits) plant parts. The third and fourth classes will be held in the Arboretum, where we practice using the unique combinations of leaf, flower, and fruit characters to recognize and distinguish among common flowering plant families. Schedule:  The first two classes are one-hour online lectures in the evening: Wednesday, April 10th, 7-8pm Pacific Time , Thursday, April 11th, 7-8pm Pacific Time, The next two classes are 2-hour walks in the UW Botanic Gardens collections at the Washington Park Arboretum. For the walks students should bring… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_81540dd73628. Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Ruby Leung, PNNL Title: Modeling Extreme Weather Events and their Future Changes Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: Some of the most consequential outcomes of global warming for societies and ecosystems are changes in extreme weather events. Comparing 2000-2019 with 1980-1999, extreme temperature and flood events have more than doubled globally while the number of disastrous storms and droughts has increased by 30-50%. While the nonlinear increase in latent energy with warmer surface air temperature may explain the global increasing trends in weather extremes, credible projections of the regional changes in extreme events and changes in different types of extreme events remain challenging, partly because of model limitations in simulating the extreme events and incomplete understanding to guide modeling. In this seminar, I will discuss some recent advances in modeling extreme weather events and their future changes, including examples of modeling winter storms, mesoscale… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ESS Colloquium: Colin Meyer (Dartmouth College) "A thermomechanical model for subglacial frozen fringe"

Keywords: glaciers, frost heave, regelation, frozen sediments, fluid dynamics Abstract: Ice-infiltrated sediment, or frozen fringe, is responsible for phenomena such as frost heave, ice lenses and meters of debris-rich ice under glaciers. Understanding frozen fringes is important as frost heave is responsible for damaging infrastructure at high latitudes and sediment freeze-on at the base of glaciers can modulate subglacial friction, influencing the rate of global sea level rise. Here we describe the thermomechanics of liquid water flow and freezing in ice-saturated sediments, focusing on the conditions relevant for subglacial environments. The force balance that governs the frozen fringe thickness depends on the weight of the overlying material, the thermomolecular force between ice and sediments across liquid premelted films and the water pressure required by Darcy flow. We combine this mechanical model with an enthalpy method that conserves energy across phase change interfaces on a fixed computational gr… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

CEI Interdisciplinary Seminar: Liz Doris, NREL

TITLE: What got us to clean energy scale up won’t get us through clean energy scale up: Emerging Challenges to Clean Energy Transformation SUMMARY: Through examples of real world successes and failures from experience in private sector, non profit, and government research, we’ll explore evolving perspectives in the energy system field around how we perceive and drive value in energy system decision making – and what it means for clean energy technology development. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: NanoEngineering and Sciences Building (NAN). Campus room: NAN 181. Accessibility Contact: Event Coordinator: Madelynne Zornes, msrz@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Clean Energy Institute. Target Audience: CEI Community and Anyone interested in Current Clean Energy Research. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

Introduction to 10 Common Plant Families

Developing the ability to recognize plant families by sight is helpful for learning new plants, whether in the garden or out in nature. This course is designed for students who want to develop basic family recognition and plant identification skills.  We will focus on 10 flowering plant families commonly found in cultivation and in the wild. The first two classes (virtual) will cover basic terminology for vegetative (roots, leaves, and stems) and reproductive (flowers and fruits) plant parts. The third and fourth classes will be held in the Arboretum, where we practice using the unique combinations of leaf, flower, and fruit characters to recognize and distinguish among common flowering plant families. Schedule:  The first two classes are one-hour online lectures in the evening: Wednesday, April 10th, 7-8pm Pacific Time , Thursday, April 11th, 7-8pm Pacific Time, The next two classes are 2-hour walks in the UW Botanic Gardens collections at the Washington Park Arboretum. For the walks students should bring… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_81540dd73628. Thursday, April 11, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Union Bay Natural Area Volunteer Restoration Event (in-person)

Volunteer with UW Botanic Gardens! For anyone looking to get their hands dirty and gain some restoration experience, we will be removing blackberry in the Union Bay Natural Area. Please bring leather gloves if you have them and wear heavy-duty clothes, including appropriate footwear, to protect from thorns. All tools will be provided. Don't forget your water bottle! We will be meeting at the west entrance to the Douglas Research Conservatory before heading out to our work site. Registration REQUIRED. Use the UW Botanic Gardens volunteer registration portal and select "UBNA Restoration Volunteer" at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture, at sapalmer@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: West Entrance to Douglas Research Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Presenter: Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Contact Information: sapalmer@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/support/volunteerNew.php. Friday, April 12, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit depts.washington.edu.

Introduction to 10 Common Plant Families

Developing the ability to recognize plant families by sight is helpful for learning new plants, whether in the garden or out in nature. This course is designed for students who want to develop basic family recognition and plant identification skills.  We will focus on 10 flowering plant families commonly found in cultivation and in the wild. The first two classes (virtual) will cover basic terminology for vegetative (roots, leaves, and stems) and reproductive (flowers and fruits) plant parts. The third and fourth classes will be held in the Arboretum, where we practice using the unique combinations of leaf, flower, and fruit characters to recognize and distinguish among common flowering plant families. Schedule:  The first two classes are one-hour online lectures in the evening: Wednesday, April 10th, 7-8pm Pacific Time , Thursday, April 11th, 7-8pm Pacific Time, The next two classes are 2-hour walks in the UW Botanic Gardens collections at the Washington Park Arboretum. For the walks students should bring… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_81540dd73628. Saturday, April 13, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Botanical Print-Making Card Workshop

Class supply fee brings total class cost to: $50 Limited financial aid slots offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Come make your own unique art pieces through an exploration of mixed media printmaking! Explore the patterns and textures of plants through print-making processes. This class will invite you to use natural materials, like leaves and flowers, to create botanical prints from the plants around us. Dillyn Adamo is an educator who loves to explore creativity and art-making in interdisciplinary education. She has a passion for both biology and fine arts, and uses print-making as a way to explore both of these interests. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Douglas Research Conservatory (DRC). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Dillyn Adamo. Contact Information: dadamo@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_380c29ebf367. Sunday, April 14, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

ATM S 521 Seminar in Atmospheric & Climate Dynamics

Speaker: Affiliate Professor Aaron Donohoe, UW Polar Science Center & Atmospheric Sciences  Title: Poleward Heat Transport in the Climate System; Model Biases, Invariance Under External Forcing and Relationship to Heatwaves Host: Professor Cecilia Bitz, bitz@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: atmadmin@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Vikram Iyer, UW CSE Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Fish and Wildlife Seminar Series

2023-2024 Schedule:  Date    Speaker 10/5/2023    Ray Hilborn 11/2/2023    Xochitl Clare 11/16/2023    Katie McElroy 12/7/2023    Lara Volski 1/11/2023    Matt Farr 2/1/2023    Anne Beaudreau 2/15/2023    Sandor Toth 3/7/2023    Sunny Jardine 3/21/2023    Katherine Haman 4/4/2023    Rich Hinrichson 4/18/2023    David Trimbach 5/2/2023    Sam Wasser 5/16/2023    Brad Hanson 6/6/2023    Anna Nisi. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

ESS Colloquium: Craig Martin (University of Texas at Austin) "Multi-stage India-Eurasia collision in the western Himalaya"

Keywords: field geology, geochronology, tectonics, orogenesis Abstract: Constraining the age of collision between the Kohistan-Ladakh arc (KLA), an intra-oceanic arc remnant, and Eurasia along the Shyok suture zone is critical to understand the development of the India-Eurasia orogenic system. Estimates of the timing of KLA-Eurasia collision span 100 – 40 Ma, permitting conflicting tectonic scenarios in which the KLA either collided first with Eurasia or first with India. Each of these scenarios has very different implications for how India-Eurasia convergence was accomodated and the linkages between Himalayan orogenesis and global climate change in the Cenozoic. In this talk I will present field observations, structural analyses, and U/Pb zircon ages that constrain the tectonostratigraphy and structural development of the Shyok suture zone in Ladakh, NW India. These results support multi-stage arc-continent accretion models for the India-Eurasia collision because they show that KLA-Karakoram collision likel… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

CEI Special Seminar: CEI Postdocs, Dr. Chris Torres, Dr. Rachel Woods-Robinson, Dr. Zixiao Ma, Dr. Rebecca Vincent

CEI Postdocs: Dr. Chris Torres , Dr. Rachel Woods-Robinson , Dr. Zixiao Ma , Dr. Rebecca Vincent, Come meet current CEI Postdocs and learn about the research and work they've been doing in Clean Energy from Technology to Education. Each postdoc will give a 15 minute presentation on their research. Learn more about CEI Postdocs here. Current graduate students are encouraged to attend and ask questions regarding postdoc research as well as career pathways. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: NanoEngineering and Sciences Building (NAN). Campus room: NAN 181. Accessibility Contact: Event Coordinator: Madelynne Zornes, msrz@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Clean Energy Institute. Target Audience: CEI Community and Anyone interested in Current Clean Energy Research. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 3:45 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

Bird Talk: Gardening for Birds

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. REGISTER ONLINERecent data assembled by National Audubon Society and Cornel Lab or Ornithology has given us valuable insights about what we need to do to preserve nature, especially in light of global climate change  - and you can help! We know now that in order to sustain bird species, we need to keep a focus on the pristine wild places of the world that are crucial breeding birds. But we have learned that is just as important to focus on the common birds that are so familiar to us. Almost all the birds we take for granted - the robins, jays, chickadees, sparrows, and finches, among other -  are in severe decline all across the continent. This knowledge has prompted a new effort to keep common birds common. The good news is: now, more than ever before in our history - your backyard can make a valuable contribution to the survival of the birds we love. Come hear master birder Connie Sidles tell you about these new findings and what you can do to make a difference. … Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Constance Sidles. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_c151da7149c4. Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.

Introduction to 10 Common Plant Families

Developing the ability to recognize plant families by sight is helpful for learning new plants, whether in the garden or out in nature. This course is designed for students who want to develop basic family recognition and plant identification skills.  We will focus on 10 flowering plant families commonly found in cultivation and in the wild. The first two classes (virtual) will cover basic terminology for vegetative (roots, leaves, and stems) and reproductive (flowers and fruits) plant parts. The third and fourth classes will be held in the Arboretum, where we practice using the unique combinations of leaf, flower, and fruit characters to recognize and distinguish among common flowering plant families. Schedule:  The first two classes are one-hour online lectures in the evening: Wednesday, April 10th, 7-8pm Pacific Time , Thursday, April 11th, 7-8pm Pacific Time, The next two classes are 2-hour walks in the UW Botanic Gardens collections at the Washington Park Arboretum. For the walks students should bring… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_81540dd73628. Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Forest Bathing (in-person)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join UW Botanic Gardens and Cascadia Forest Therapy for a unique forest bathing opportunity in the Washington Park Arboretum. Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice encourages you to move in nature at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. Multiple scientific studies have shown that the practice lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. During this class the guide, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down and open their senses. The opening of one’s senses encourages mindfulness, which readies the heart and mind to be fully present in the natural world. Come discover the medicine of being in the forest. Accessibility: These sessions are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. Trails are not… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_9a554b311e08. Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Local Plants for Natural Dyes and Pigments (in-person)

Cost: $57 Advance registration required. This one-day workshop will provide an introduction to the world of natural dyes with a focus on the use of common garden plants, local ornamental trees and flowers, and even weeds! Students will learn how to prepare dye baths, how different fibers react to natural dyes, and be introduced to the use of mordants. Each student will leave with a swatch book and a silk scarf and cotton bandana that they dye themselves. Anneke Wilder is an artist and illustrator based in Seattle, WA. Anneke received degrees in Biology and Studio Art, as well as a certificate in Natural Science Illustration from UW. She’s participated in numerous artist residencies at the nexus of art and science and is a contributor to Hyldyr, a publication company that combines art, ecology, and folklore. She draws on her background in the sciences to create detailed watercolors that deal with themes of growth and decay—of our bodies, our culture, and our landscapes. Her work often incorporates natural… Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Douglas Headhouse. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Anneke Wilder. Contact Information: annekewilder@gmail.com. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_cb802457d50e. Sunday, April 21, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

UW Earth and Space Sciences Open House

Along with the UW Undergraduate Geology Club, and Graduate Student led Rockin' Out Earth Science Outreach group, the Department of Earth and Space Sciences is hosting our first annual Open House! The Open House offers a free and family-friendly afternoon of hands-on learning to celebrate the earth sciences. What types of booths will be at the ESS Open House? Draw diagrams of earth processes on the sidewalks in chalk , Create a pet rock , Look at rock, mineral and fossil specimens from the Burke Museum , Split a rock up to 5X your weight! , Pull a wire through a block of ice and see how the ice remains intact , Glow-in-the-dark minerals , Walk the geologic timescale - how much is 1 billion years? , What does a rock look like under a microscope? , Recreate common landforms using your hands , Can you build a structure out of marshmallows strong enough to withstand the next big earthquake? Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Sunday, April 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Union Bay Natural Area Volunteer Restoration Event (in-person)

Volunteer with UW Botanic Gardens! For anyone looking to get their hands dirty and gain some restoration experience, we will be removing blackberry in the Union Bay Natural Area. Please bring leather gloves if you have them and wear heavy-duty clothes, including appropriate footwear, to protect from thorns. All tools will be provided. Don't forget your water bottle! We will be meeting at the west entrance to the Douglas Research Conservatory before heading out to our work site. Registration REQUIRED. Use the UW Botanic Gardens volunteer registration portal and select "UBNA Restoration Volunteer" at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture, at sapalmer@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: West Entrance to Douglas Research Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Presenter: Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Contact Information: sapalmer@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/support/volunteerNew.php. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit depts.washington.edu.

ATM S 521 Seminar in Atmospheric & Climate Dynamics

Speaker: Professor Thomas Birner, University of Munich Title: Impact of Sudden Stratospheric Warmings on Sub-seasonal to Seasonal Predictability Host: Professor Cecilia Bitz, bitz@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: atmadmin@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Lorenzo Polvani, Columbia University Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ESS Colloquium: Postdoc Lightning Talks (UW ESS)

TBD. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, April 25, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

Outdoor Wellness Fridays with UW Botanic Gardens

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join Chloe Jane Lee, a certified forest therapy guide and yoga instructor, for a special time to get grounded, reset your nervous system, and reconnect to nature through movement and sound. Nature-Centered Breath Meditation Gentle Yoga Sound Bath Together we will explore gentle breath meditation and movement, then settle in for a restorative sound bath for complete relaxation. Reconnect to self and nature as you rest in the healing frequencies of crystal singing bowls, gong, chimes, and other vibrational instruments. No experience necessary, all are welcome to join for community, relaxation, and connection. What to bring: - mat and anything else to be comfortable laying on the ground (some mats will be provided in case you forget!) - water - layers and appropriate clothing for laying outdoors - a friend! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Chloe Lee. Contact Information: hello@chloejanelee.com. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_3bfcac274c3b. Friday, April 26, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Washington Park Arboretum 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Watercolors from Natural Pigments (in-person)

Location: Douglas Headhouse, Center for Urban Horticulture This workshop will introduce the process of lake pigmentation, the creation of pigments from organic materials. Student will learn about common plants used for pigments as well as the process of creating watercolor paint from dried pigments. Each student will leave with two watercolor paints created during class. Anneke Wilder is an artist and illustrator based in Seattle, WA. Anneke received degrees in Biology and Studio Art, as well as a certificate in Natural Science Illustration from UW. She’s participated in numerous artist residencies at the nexus of art and science and is a contributor to Hyldyr, a publication company that combines art, ecology, and folklore. She draws on her background in the sciences to create detailed watercolors that deal with themes of growth and decay—of our bodies, our culture, and our landscapes. Her work often incorporates natural pigments extracted from foraged organic matter such as plants and fungi, and this… Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Douglas Headhouse. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Anneke Wilder. Contact Information: annekewilder@gmail.com. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_64f0e7206bf1. Sunday, April 28, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Botanical Sketching in Watercolor and Ink Series: Spring

Series cost: $120 Advance registration required, Capture the essence of spring flora in this four-week class with simple, quick techniques and portable materials in a loose and accurate manner! Using plant material provided by the UW Botanic Gardens, instructor Lisa Snow Lady will guide you as you sketch with pen and layer watercolor washes to create vibrant works, gain confidence and gather tips for everyday sketching. SYLLABUS Classes run from 4PM-6PM Week 1: Sketching Leaves and Buds Black And White (4/29/24) Materials discussion Mark making Value Focus on leaves and buds waterproof pen exercises Water-soluble pen with water washes Week 2: Color Lesson / Leaves/ Flowers and Buds in Color (5/6/24) Color theory / exploring color palettes Mixing greens and neutrals Focus on painting leaves and buds Week 3: Inflorescences And White Flowers (5/13/24) Painting clusters of flowers Getting color in the whites Week 4: Spring Flowers / Design (5/20/24) Exploring of a variety of flora Foreshortening, proportions… Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Douglas Research Conservatory (DRC). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_0e34d4ed77d4. Monday, April 29, 2024, 4:00 PM – Monday, May 20, 2024, 6:00 PM.

Home Fermentation: Preserving the Summer Harvest

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. What to do with that bumper crop of zucchinis?! Ferment them! Fermentation is humanity’s oldest solution for food preservation, and with summer gardens on the brink of boom, it is the perfect time to learn this essential, age-old home skill. After this class, you will have a complete understanding of how to ferment a whole range of vegetables. We we cover two techniques: brine ferments (think cucumber pickles) and dry salting ferments (think sauerkraut) and cover all the do’s and don’ts to ferment any veggies in the garden. Laura is the owner of The Odd Gumnut Permaculture Farm in Panchgani, India. Her knowledge of the food system and regenerative agriculture comes from 12 years working across the field of food - from chef to activist to farmer. Laura is a certified Permaculture teacher and avid teacher of all things regenerative lifestyle. She has taught thousands of folks the skills to live more connected & more lightly on this earth, through in person and online w… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Laura Christie Khanna. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_b8438cc25075. Tuesday, April 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Northwest Nature and Health Symposium

Nature and Health illuminates the connections between nature and human health and well-being. We work with the community and decision makers to translate our findings into programs and policies that promote equitable engagement with nature. Each year, we host a symposium to bring together researchers, community members, and decision makers to learn about new discoveries, discuss new policies and programs, and advance partnerships. Early bird registration ends on April 1. Registration closes on April 27, and there will be no day-of registration.  Our symposia are: Led by our core values of equity and justice , An opportunity to cultivate your network , Filled with inspiring seminars and panels from leading experts, Our 2024 symposium features, 8 expert speakers, 1 community panel, and a student poster session. Featured Speakers Carlos Andres Gallegos-Riofrio, PhD Research Assistant Professor Institute for Agroecology, The University of Vermont   , Phil Levin, PhD Director, National Nature Assessment… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Intellectual House (INT). Accessibility Contact: natureandhealth@uw.edu. Event Types: Conferences. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: REI Cooperative Action Fund , Mental Insight Foundation. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit events.uw.edu.

ATM S 521 Seminar in Atmospheric & Climate Dynamics

Speaker: Professor Peter Haynes, University of Cambridge Title: Tropical Stratosphere-Troposphere Coupling: Seeking A Theory Host: Professor Cecilia Bitz, bitz@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: atmadmin@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Free 1st Thursday Public Tour

Our 1st Thursday public tours are casual walks through various areas of the 230 acre Washington Park Arboretum.  Walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.    To join the walk, meet us at the Graham Visitors Center, docents will be there to greet and gather visitors. We make every effort to tailor our tours to our audience and most months we are able to offer visitors a choice of a longer or shorter walk depending on their capabilities.  If you have any specific requirements or mobility limitations we will do our best to accommodate them. UW Botanic Gardens is committed to enriching the lives of all community members with free public tours, But please note:  Public tours are for individual participants not large groups.  If you wish to have a group tour, please explore your options at…botanicgardens.uw.edu… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: cmn23@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Age Range: Teens. Adults. Presenter: UW Botanic Garden Tour Docents. Contact Information: Catherine Nelson at cmn23@uw.edu. Event sponsors: UW Botanic Gardens Adult Education Catherine Nelson cmn23@uw.edu. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Washington Park Arboretum Graham Visitors Center 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Armeen Taeb, UW Statistics Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Fish and Wildlife Seminar Series

2023-2024 Schedule:  Date    Speaker 10/5/2023    Ray Hilborn 11/2/2023    Xochitl Clare 11/16/2023    Katie McElroy 12/7/2023    Lara Volski 1/11/2023    Matt Farr 2/1/2023    Anne Beaudreau 2/15/2023    Sandor Toth 3/7/2023    Sunny Jardine 3/21/2023    Katherine Haman 4/4/2023    Rich Hinrichson 4/18/2023    David Trimbach 5/2/2023    Sam Wasser 5/16/2023    Brad Hanson 6/6/2023    Anna Nisi. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

ESS Colloquium: Brooke Medley (NASA) "TBD

TBD. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

Painting Spring Florals and Botanical elements in Mixed Media

Cost: $48 (includes supply fee) Advance registration required. Come and paint Spring season florals and various botanical elements with acrylics, inks, markers and paper collage taking inspiration from the lovely views of UW Botanic Gardens. Learn how to simplify shapes, use color theory concepts, and create paintings that look fresh and joyful. Various techniques in underpainting, mark making and mixed media layering will be shared through fun exercises and demos. All skill levels are welcome.  Rohini Mathur is an award-winning floral painter who loves to create vivid florals and botanical paintings full of joy, energy and life. She is also a Public artist with art installations at City of Bellevue, SeaTac and Issaquah. Rohini works as an Arts Instructor with the City of Bellevue and she has been sketching and painting for over 15 years. She enjoys sharing her love and passion for the arts and teaches several art classes and workshops through Bellevue Botanical Gardens, UW Botanic Gardens, Tsuga gallery and… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Rohini Mathur. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_324b4fdec3a8. Thursday, May 2, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Douglas Classroom, Center for Urban Horticulture. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Therapeutic Gardening

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Nature heals, and plants make people happy - research supports what our hearts, minds, and bodies already know. In this experiential workshop, we’ll explore how we might boost the benefits of time spent in the gardens within our local community, and apply these healing strategies at work, school, or home. Join Dawnn Meiers, an experienced psychologist and long-time Pacific Northwest resident, as we explore the intersection of mindfulness, gardening, and positive psychology in the sensory-rich environment of the UW Center for Urban Horticulture. Through a guided stroll, you’ll learn to identify (and savor) plants that evoke curiosity, calm, and joy. We’ll discover the power of awe in natural spaces, and observe firsthand how elements such as seating, shade, flow, and texture engage us. Finally, back inside the classroom, we’ll use reflective writing prompts and group discussion to sow the seeds for future therapeutic gardening experiences (in literal or virtual form).… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_c398d603ba37. Sunday, May 5, 2024, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Douglas Classroom and Center for Urban Horticulture (3501 NE 41st St, Seattle). For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Curator Tour: Rhododendron Glen (in-person)

Ray Larson, Curator of Living Collections, will take us on a journey through the most interesting plant collections in the UW Botanic Gardens. Learn about rare and unusual plants, collections based on genetics and eco-geographic habitats, and the unusual ways how these plants have made their way to us. This talk in particular will highlight blooming flowers in the Rhododendron Glen of the Washington Park Arboretum. Cost: $25, pre-registration required Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-served basis All times are Pacific Time. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urb. Event Types: Special Events. Presenter: Raymond Larson, University of Washington Botanic Gardens Curator of Living Collections. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_7d23f5395a77. Tuesday, May 7, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Washington Park Arboretum, 2300 Arboretum Dr. E, Seattle, Washington 98112. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

ATM S 521 Seminar in Atmospheric & Climate Dynamics

Speaker: Zac Espinosa, UW Atmospheric Sciences  Title: TBA Host: Professor Cecilia Bitz, bitz@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: atmadmin@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium - Ph.D. Defense

Speaker: Greta Shum, UW Atmospheric Sciences Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, May 9, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ESS Colloquium: James Dottin (Brown University) "TBD

TBD. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 9, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

CEI Special Seminar: CEI Entrepreneurs, Dhileep Sivam, Volha Hrechka

CEI Postdocs: Dhileep Sivam , Volha Hrechka, Come meet current CEI Entrepreneurs in Residence (EIR) and learn about the research and work they've been doing in Clean Energy innovation at the Washington Clean Energy Testbeds. Each EIR will give a 30 minute presentation on their work in innovation in Clean Energy technology. Learn more about CEI Postdocs here. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: NanoEngineering and Sciences Building (NAN). Campus room: NAN 181. Accessibility Contact: Event Coordinator: Madelynne Zornes, msrz@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Clean Energy Institute. Target Audience: CEI Community and Anyone interested in Current Clean Energy Research. Thursday, May 9, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, May 9, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

Union Bay Natural Area Volunteer Restoration Event (in-person)

Volunteer with UW Botanic Gardens! For anyone looking to get their hands dirty and gain some restoration experience, we will be removing blackberry in the Union Bay Natural Area. Please bring leather gloves if you have them and wear heavy-duty clothes, including appropriate footwear, to protect from thorns. All tools will be provided. Don't forget your water bottle! We will be meeting at the west entrance to the Douglas Research Conservatory before heading out to our work site. Registration REQUIRED. Use the UW Botanic Gardens volunteer registration portal and select "UBNA Restoration Volunteer" at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture, at sapalmer@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: West Entrance to Douglas Research Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Presenter: Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Contact Information: sapalmer@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/support/volunteerNew.php. Friday, May 10, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit depts.washington.edu.

ATM S 523 Seminar in Atmospheric Physics & Chemistry

Speaker: Haebum Lee, UW-Bothell School of STEM Title: Wildfire Impacts on O3 and PM2.5 in the Continental United States using a Generalized Additive Model (2018–2023) Host: Professor Lyatt Jaeglé jaegle@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: jaegle@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Monday, May 13, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Saving Seed 101

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Growing and saving heirloom seed is an ancient communion between people & the earth. Growing one seed reaps a return of seeds in the thousands! Learn how to select for the best genetics, when to collect the seed for peak germination rates, and how to save and store seeds to be sown for years to come. We will cover different categories or fruits, veggies and flowers to uncover patterns of seed saving that can be applied across biomes. Laura is the owner of The Odd Gumnut Permaculture Farm in Panchgani, India. Her knowledge of the food system and regenerative agriculture comes from 12 years working across the field of food - from chef to activist to farmer. Laura is a certified Permaculture teacher and avid teacher of all things regenerative lifestyle. She has taught thousands of folks the skills to live more connected & more lightly on this earth, through in person and online workshops. She is also the cofounder of Rise Up Kombucha, India's only zero-waste kombucha br… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Laura Christie Khanna. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_9b9b1b2f2dc3. Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

ATM S 521 Seminar on Atmospheric and Climate Dynamics - Ph.D. Defense

Speaker: Emily Tansey, UW Atmospheric Sciences  Title: TBA Host: Professor Cecilia Bitz, bitz@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: bitz@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Pieternel Levelt, NCAR Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Fish and Wildlife Seminar Series

2023-2024 Schedule:  Date    Speaker 10/5/2023    Ray Hilborn 11/2/2023    Xochitl Clare 11/16/2023    Katie McElroy 12/7/2023    Lara Volski 1/11/2023    Matt Farr 2/1/2023    Anne Beaudreau 2/15/2023    Sandor Toth 3/7/2023    Sunny Jardine 3/21/2023    Katherine Haman 4/4/2023    Rich Hinrichson 4/18/2023    David Trimbach 5/2/2023    Sam Wasser 5/16/2023    Brad Hanson 6/6/2023    Anna Nisi. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

ESS Colloquium: Isabel Montañez (UC Davis) "TBD

TBD. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

CEI Interdisciplinary Seminar: Kelsey Stoerzinger, University of Minnesota

The Clean Energy Institute Interdisciplinary Seminar Series was established to bring distinguished leaders in the field of clean energy to campus to present their research and meet students, postdocs, and faculty from departments across the Colleges of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, and the Environment. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: NanoEngineering and Sciences Building (NAN). Campus room: NAN 181. Accessibility Contact: Event Coordinator: Madelynne Zornes, msrz@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Clean Energy Institute. Target Audience: CEI Community and Anyone interested in Current Clean Energy Research. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, May 16, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

27th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium

The Undergraduate Research Symposium is an opportunity for undergraduates to present what they have learned through their research experiences to a larger audience. It also provides a forum for students, faculty, and the community to discuss cutting edge research topics and to examine the connection between research and education. The event includes research poster and oral presentation sessions, a performing arts session, and a visual arts and design showcase by hundreds of students from all academic disciplines and all three UW campuses. The annual Undergraduate Research Symposium is organized by the Office of Undergraduate Research. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Mary Gates Hall (MGH). Accessibility Contact: Chelsea Navarro, crmn@uw.edu. Event Types: Conferences. Friday, May 17, 2024. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Forest Bathing (in-person)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join UW Botanic Gardens and Cascadia Forest Therapy for a unique forest bathing opportunity in the Washington Park Arboretum. Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice encourages you to move in nature at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. Multiple scientific studies have shown that the practice lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. During this class the guide, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down and open their senses. The opening of one’s senses encourages mindfulness, which readies the heart and mind to be fully present in the natural world. Come discover the medicine of being in the forest. Accessibility: These sessions are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. Trails are not… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_53abac911fde. Saturday, May 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

ATM S 523 Seminar in Atmospheric Physics & Chemistry

Speaker: Jeff Riffell and Joel Thornton, UW Biology and Atmospheric Sciences Title: Olfaction in the Anthropocene: Pollution Disrupts Plant-Pollinator Interactions Host: Professor Lyatt Jaeglé jaegle@uw.edu 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Atmospheric Sciences-Geophysics Building (ATG). Campus room: ATG 310. Accessibility Contact: jaegle@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Monday, May 20, 2024, 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

Meet Seattle's Urban Beavers!

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. As ecosystem engineers, beavers have a big impact on the habitats that they call home. This can often be a boon for fish and wildlife sharing this space, but a headache for people nearby. In Seattle and throughout the Puget Sound region, many beavers find homes in the urban and exurban waterways. Beavers Northwest Executive Director Elyssa Kerr will dive into beaver ecology and benefits as well as the challenges and opportunities for living with beavers in a landscape dominated by human infrastructure. Join us after the presentation for a 1 mile walk along the Yesler Swamp Boardwalk to look for beavers and beaver sign - binoculars are suggested if you have them! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Elyssa Kerr. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_9f03ea1441ba. Tuesday, May 21, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Douglas Classroom at the Center for Urban Horticulture. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Union Bay Natural Area Volunteer Restoration Event (in-person)

Volunteer with UW Botanic Gardens! For anyone looking to get their hands dirty and gain some restoration experience, we will be removing blackberry in the Union Bay Natural Area. Please bring leather gloves if you have them and wear heavy-duty clothes, including appropriate footwear, to protect from thorns. All tools will be provided. Don't forget your water bottle! We will be meeting at the west entrance to the Douglas Research Conservatory before heading out to our work site. Registration REQUIRED. Use the UW Botanic Gardens volunteer registration portal and select "UBNA Restoration Volunteer" at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture, at sapalmer@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: West Entrance to Douglas Research Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Presenter: Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Contact Information: sapalmer@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/support/volunteerNew.php. Wednesday, May 22, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit depts.washington.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium - Ph.D. Defense

Speaker: Adam Sokol, UW Atmospheric Sciences Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, May 23, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ESS Colloquium: Stephanie Olson (Purdue University) "TBD

TBD. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 23, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

SAFS Departmental Seminar

Held on Thursday afternoons during the academic year, this weekly seminar series presents invited speakers from academia and governmental and non-governmental agencies and organizations. Issues of interest and concern in the aquatic and fishery sciences and the latest research findings are discussed. This SAFS seminar series consists of weekly presentations by eminent academics, prospective faculty members, and the School’s own faculty members. Seminars are free and open to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 102. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Thursday, May 23, 2024, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. For more info visit fish.uw.edu.

ATM S 520 Atmospheric Sciences Colloquium

Speaker: Paul O'Gorman, MIT (GSDVL) Title: TBA Host: Professor Alex Turner, turneraj@uw.edu Abstract: TBA 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 Atmospheric Sciences, 206-543-4250, atmadmin@uw.edu, at least five days before the event. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 175. Accessibility Contact: turneraj@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Academics. Event sponsors: Department of Atmospheric Sciences https://atmos.uw.edu atmadmin@uw.edu. Thursday, May 30, 2024, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit atmos.uw.edu.

ESS Colloquium: Alison Banwell (CIRES, University of Colorado Boulder) "Antarctic ice-shelf surface melt and hydrology: Implications for dynamics and break-up"

Keywords: Cryosphere, ice sheets, ice shelves, fieldwork, satellite remote sensing, modeling Abstract: About 75% of Antarctica is buttressed by floating ice shelves, which regulate the rate that grounded ice is lost to the ocean, where it contributes to sea-level rise. Since the 1990s, many ice shelves have thinned, and in some cases disintegrated. With projected future increases in atmospheric temperatures, models suggest that surface meltwater production will rise non-linearly, and as a result, ice shelves will become more vulnerable to surface meltwater-induced breakup events. Initially focusing on the George VI Ice Shelf, Antarctic Peninsula, I will first present field and satellite-based observations, which reveal insights into the role surface meltwater on ice-shelf dynamics such as flexure and fracture. Second, I will present results of our study which combined satellite microwave data and a sophisticated snow model to quantify Antarctic-wide ice-shelf surface meltwater volume over the last four decad… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Johnson Hall (JHN). Campus room: JHN 102. Accessibility Contact: Summer Caton, sacaton@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Thursday, May 30, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

CEI End of Year Seminar with Dan Schwartz

The Clean Energy Institute Interdisciplinary Seminar Series was established to bring distinguished leaders in the field of clean energy to campus to present their research and meet students, postdocs, and faculty from departments across the Colleges of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, and the Environment. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: NanoEngineering and Sciences Building (NAN). Campus room: NAN 181. Accessibility Contact: Event Coordinator: Madelynne Zornes, msrz@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Clean Energy Institute. Target Audience: CEI Community and Anyone interested in Current Clean Energy Research. Thursday, May 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

Outdoor Wellness Fridays with UW Botanic Gardens

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join Chloe Jane Lee, a certified forest therapy guide and yoga instructor, for a special time to get grounded, reset your nervous system, and reconnect to nature through movement and sound. Nature-Centered Breath Meditation Gentle Yoga Sound Bath Together we will explore gentle breath meditation and movement, then settle in for a restorative sound bath for complete relaxation. Reconnect to self and nature as you rest in the healing frequencies of crystal singing bowls, gong, chimes, and other vibrational instruments. No experience necessary, all are welcome to join for community, relaxation, and connection. What to bring: - mat and anything else to be comfortable laying on the ground (some mats will be provided in case you forget!) - water - layers and appropriate clothing for laying outdoors - a friend! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Chloe Lee. Contact Information: hello@chloejanelee.com. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_fb94d715a5f3. Friday, May 31, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Washington Park Arboretum 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Botanical Watercolor: Pansy Practice

Cost: $45 Advance registration required Spring flowers are popping up and they can be a great muse to paint. In this beginner to intermediate level watercolor class students will learn techniques to produce realistic and accurate paintings of pansies. You’ll learn a wide variety of watercolor techniques and drawing skills to make your flowers come to life. A simple supply list will be provided with your confirmation email. Robin Bundi is a teacher, artist, and designer living in Seattle, Washington. She loves to explore the natural world and primarily creates work to celebrate the natural world and our connection to it. Robin’s studio practice includes watercolor painting, drawing, and making her own watercolors from foraged materials. She has a BFA in Graphic Design and Art History from Ohio University and certificate in Natural Science Illustration from The University of Washington. You can find her work at www.robinbundi.com and @robinbundiart. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Douglas Research Conservatory (DRC). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_17d86a52f5fe. Sunday, June 2, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Botanical Print-Making Card Workshop

Class supply fee brings total class cost to: $50 Limited financial aid slots offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Come make your own unique art pieces through an exploration of mixed media printmaking! Explore the patterns and textures of plants through print-making processes. This class will invite you to use natural materials, like leaves and flowers, to create botanical prints from the plants around us. Dillyn Adamo is an educator who loves to explore creativity and art-making in interdisciplinary education. She has a passion for both biology and fine arts, and uses print-making as a way to explore both of these interests. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Douglas Research Conservatory (DRC). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Dillyn Adamo. Contact Information: dadamo@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_32ed4d9bc3e4. Sunday, June 2, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Bird Talk: The Woodpeckers of Washington (online)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required.Considering that woodpeckers can slam their heads into solid wood up to 20 times a second with a force of some 1,200 g's, it's a wonder they have any brains to think with at all. Yet these highly specialized birds forage for food, find mates, raise their young, and delight us all with their antics. In this class, you will learn how they do it. Washington State is rich in woodpecker species: 13 different species fill niches from the lowlands to coniferous-clad foothills. Come let master birder Connie Sidles tell you about them all. Constance Sidles is a master birder and long-time member of Birds Connect Seattle where she has been on the Conservation Committee and Chair of the Publications Committee.  She has written four books about nature focusing on her favorite “backyard” Montlake Fill, otherwise known as the Union Bay Natural Area at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Her most recent book, Forty-Six Views of Montlake Fill includes poems and Sumi paintings about how… Event interval: Campus room: Online via Zoom. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Constance Sidles. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_8fb8658450f6. Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Free 1st Thursday Public Tour

Our 1st Thursday public tours are casual walks through various areas of the 230 acre Washington Park Arboretum.  Walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.    To join the walk, meet us at the Graham Visitors Center, docents will be there to greet and gather visitors. We make every effort to tailor our tours to our audience and most months we are able to offer visitors a choice of a longer or shorter walk depending on their capabilities.  If you have any specific requirements or mobility limitations we will do our best to accommodate them. UW Botanic Gardens is committed to enriching the lives of all community members with free public tours, But please note:  Public tours are for individual participants not large groups.  If you wish to have a group tour, please explore your options at…botanicgardens.uw.edu… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: cmn23@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Age Range: Teens. Adults. Presenter: UW Botanic Garden Tour Docents. Contact Information: Catherine Nelson at cmn23@uw.edu. Event sponsors: UW Botanic Gardens Adult Education Catherine Nelson cmn23@uw.edu. Thursday, June 6, 2024, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Washington Park Arboretum Graham Visitors Center 2300 Arboretum Dr E, Seattle. For more info visit botanicgardens.uw.edu.

Fish and Wildlife Seminar Series

2023-2024 Schedule:  Date    Speaker 10/5/2023    Ray Hilborn 11/2/2023    Xochitl Clare 11/16/2023    Katie McElroy 12/7/2023    Lara Volski 1/11/2023    Matt Farr 2/1/2023    Anne Beaudreau 2/15/2023    Sandor Toth 3/7/2023    Sunny Jardine 3/21/2023    Katherine Haman 4/4/2023    Rich Hinrichson 4/18/2023    David Trimbach 5/2/2023    Sam Wasser 5/16/2023    Brad Hanson 6/6/2023    Anna Nisi. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4432362511. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff. Thursday, June 6, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Union Bay Natural Area Volunteer Restoration Event (in-person)

Volunteer with UW Botanic Gardens! For anyone looking to get their hands dirty and gain some restoration experience, we will be removing blackberry in the Union Bay Natural Area. Please bring leather gloves if you have them and wear heavy-duty clothes, including appropriate footwear, to protect from thorns. All tools will be provided. Don't forget your water bottle! We will be meeting at the west entrance to the Douglas Research Conservatory before heading out to our work site. Registration REQUIRED. Use the UW Botanic Gardens volunteer registration portal and select "UBNA Restoration Volunteer" at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture, at sapalmer@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: West Entrance to Douglas Research Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Presenter: Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Contact Information: sapalmer@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/support/volunteerNew.php. Friday, June 7, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit depts.washington.edu.

Union Bay Natural Area Volunteer Restoration Event (in-person)

Volunteer with UW Botanic Gardens! For anyone looking to get their hands dirty and gain some restoration experience, we will be removing blackberry in the Union Bay Natural Area. Please bring leather gloves if you have them and wear heavy-duty clothes, including appropriate footwear, to protect from thorns. All tools will be provided. Don't forget your water bottle! We will be meeting at the west entrance to the Douglas Research Conservatory before heading out to our work site. Registration REQUIRED. Use the UW Botanic Gardens volunteer registration portal and select "UBNA Restoration Volunteer" at the bottom of the page. If you have any questions feel free to contact Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture, at sapalmer@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: West Entrance to Douglas Research Conservatory, Center for Urban Horticulture. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Presenter: Sloane Palmer, horticulturist at the Center for Urban Horticulture. Contact Information: sapalmer@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/support/volunteerNew.php. Friday, June 7, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. For more info visit depts.washington.edu.

Botanical Watercolor: Plein Air Plants

Cost: $45 Advance registration required Do you love botanical art? Do you like to spend time outside? Combine the two in this nature journaling class that focuses on plants. In this class you’ll learn techniques to document the experiences you’re seeing in nature, how to improve your observational skills, how to combine pen and watercolor to create your pieces, how to create a pleasing composition, and color relationships. You’ll also learn how to use creative prompts to connect further and deeper with nature. Come create a memory of a place! During inclement weather class will be held under shelter. A simple supply list will be provided with your confirmation email. Robin Bundi is a teacher, artist, and designer living in Seattle, Washington. She loves to explore the natural world and primarily creates work to celebrate the natural world and our connection to it. Robin’s studio practice includes watercolor painting, drawing, and making her own watercolors from foraged materials. She has a BFA in Graphic De… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_1223442afb8c. Saturday, June 8, 2024, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Springtime Botanical Collage - Art Workshop

Cut, tear, and paste layers of colorful papers to create original cards or small pieces to frame! Taking inspiration from the seasonal flora of the UW Botanic Gardens, you will learn to simplify the subject matter, create dynamic compositions, and discover techniques to take with you. Students of all artist levels welcomed! Additional class supply fee of $12.00 includes all materials, but students are welcome to bring in special collage papers to recycle into their pieces if desired. Class supply fee brings total class cost to: $57 Limited financial aid slots offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Instructor Lisa Snow Lady has a BA in Art History and a BFA in Painting from the University of Washington, and a Certificate in Ornamental Horticulture from Edmonds College. Lisa is a member of the Northwest Collage Society. She loves to encourage students of all levels. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Lisa Lady. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_4ceb9a9a3521. Saturday, June 8, 2024, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Center for Urban Horticulture. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Botanical Relief Block Printing (in-person)

Location: Douglas Headhouse, Center for Urban Horticulture In this class, students will be introduced to the process of relief printing using a technique known as linocut. Using botanical motifs, students will learn the basics of relief design, block cutting and inking, and hand printing techniques. Each student will leave with a series of their own hand printed cards and a block printing supply starter kit to continue printing at home! Anneke Wilder is an artist and illustrator based in Seattle, WA. Anneke received degrees in Biology and Studio Art, as well as a certificate in Natural Science Illustration from UW. She’s participated in numerous artist residencies at the nexus of art and science and is a contributor to Hyldyr, a publication company that combines art, ecology, and folklore. She draws on her background in the sciences to create detailed watercolors that deal with themes of growth and decay—of our bodies, our culture, and our landscapes. Her work often incorporates natural pigments extracted… Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Douglas Headhouse. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Anneke Wilder. Contact Information: annekewilder@gmail.com. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_ddcc0c423b8d. Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Watercoloring Urban Critters

Cost: $135 Advance registration required Class Dates: 5-8PM, Wednesdays 6/12/24-6/26/24 Come watercolor Seattle’s urban fauna! In this beginner to intermediate level class students will learn techniques to produce realistic and accurate paintings. In this class you’ll also gain the skills to paint fur, feathers, and skin. Students leave with finished watercolor pieces of urban animals and the confidence to paint other subject matter! A simple supply list will be provided with your confirmation email. Robin Bundi is a teacher, artist, and designer living in Seattle, Washington. She loves to explore the natural world and primarily creates work to celebrate the natural world and our connection to it. Robin’s studio practice includes watercolor painting, drawing, and making her own watercolors from foraged materials. She has a BFA in Graphic Design and Art History from Ohio University and certificate in Natural Science Illustration from The University of Washington. You can find her work at www.robinbundi.com a… Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Douglas Research Conservatory (DRC). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_d29e9b4af600. Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 5:00 PM – Wednesday, June 26, 2024, 8:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Botanical Fiber Art Workshop: Embroider A Botanical Cyanotype!

Embroider your blue era. Cyanotyping is one of the earliest photographic processes that uses sunlight to capture an image and create a blue print. This concept inspired my Cyanotype Botanicals embroidery design. Even if it's not a sunny day, you can still enjoy a gorgeous blue botanical design. Join in creating a faux cyanotype! In this beginner friendly hand embroidery workshop with author and fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ you'll learn hand embroidery basics and get started creating a blue botanical design. This workshop will go over beginner embroidery basics and stitches such as the split back stitch, leaf stitch, detached chain stitch, and French knot. No prior embroidery experience is needed. All skill levels are welcome.Melissa Galbraith is the fiber artist behind MCreativeJ. She was born and raised in the desert of Washington state where her mother instilled a love of making things by hand at an early age. Melissa shares her love of nature through whimsical and modern hand embroidery… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Melissa Galbraith. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_bcc9edca690e. Thursday, June 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Douglas Classroom, Center for Urban Horticulture. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Forest Bathing (in-person)

Cost: $25 Advance registration required. Join UW Botanic Gardens and Cascadia Forest Therapy for a unique forest bathing opportunity in the Washington Park Arboretum. Forest bathing (or shinrin-yoku) has been popular in Japan for decades and is gaining momentum in the US. The practice encourages you to move in nature at a slower pace and take in the atmosphere around you. Multiple scientific studies have shown that the practice lowers stress and blood pressure levels, while increasing immune system functioning, making you more resilient to diseases and illness. During this class the guide, in partnership with the forest, will offer an evolving series of invitations crafted to help participants slow down and open their senses. The opening of one’s senses encourages mindfulness, which readies the heart and mind to be fully present in the natural world. Come discover the medicine of being in the forest. Accessibility: These sessions are slow-paced and generally cover less than a mile of trail. Trails are not… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Washington Park Arboretum (LNDMK-8). Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_0bee45ab2eed. Saturday, June 15, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.

Celebrate Summer with Cyanotypes!

Price: $30 + $12 Class Supply Fee  Cyanotypes, (AKA “sun prints”) are a perfect way to celebrate the peak of summer. This non-toxic, cameraless photographic process produces deep blue and white prints using UV light from the sun. All levels are welcome! Capture shadows, play with composition, and admire details of nature in this 2-hour workshop, starting with a brief introduction about the history of this 19th-century process. Attendees will be provided with photo-sensitive paper, plants from the UW Botanic Gardens and other organic materials to cast shadows, glass plates, and water baths to watch the cyanotypes develop before your eyes! Participants can also bring their own small objects (such as leaves, flowers, feathers, ribbons, or pieces of lace) to cast interesting shadows. Mercer Hanau will provide guidance about exposure times and guide you through the process of arranging and developing cyanotypes. Mercer Hanau (she/her) is an artist and designer who specializes in cyanotype, printmaking, and digit… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: urbhort@uw.edu. Presenter: Mercer Hanau. Contact Information: urbhort@uw.edu. Ticket Link: https://apps.ideal-logic.com/uwbg?key=2WSB-TGY2T_K9KH-5PTF_9e7353277c5a. Sunday, June 23, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit apps.ideal-logic.com.