Theodore Jacobsen Observatory Open House
Welcome
Welcome to the web page of the public events program at the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory (TJO) of the University of Washington. Come and join us for open houses where we offer a view through our 1895 telescope on clear dark nights. In addition, enjoy evening talks and other activities during your visit for people of all ages, from 6 to 100. Tickets are free.
Programs normally take place at the observatory on the first and third Tuesday evenings of April through September, rain or shine. The staff are entirely volunteers, including undergraduates from the “League of Astronomers” within the Astronomy Department as well as members of the Seattle Astronomical Society (under the auspices of the UW Astronomy Department).
TJO Evening Public Events
Sky viewing is the main event of the evening. However, nightfall comes late. So doors open at 8 or 9 PM from April through September (see below for dates and times) while the sky is still light. The first major event of the evening is a public talk by students…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Theodor Jacobsen Observatory (OBS). Accessibility Contact: Liza Young. Event Types: Information Sessions. Special Events. Target Audience: Public.
Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
For more info visit astro.washington.edu. Economics Prospective Student Info Session
Students who study economics learn to decode systems that impact individuals and societies. Students will develop skills to analyze how decisions are made and how limited resources are created, traded, and used.
This info session is a general introduction to the Department of Economics Undergraduate Program, including its six Economics major options. Students will also have an opportunity to meet with Department of Economics advisers, and ask questions about pursuing Economics as a major at the UW.
This session will be offered via Zoom:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/92629513619
Meeting ID: 926 2951 3619.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: econadv@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Zoom Information Session – School of Art + Art History + Design
We invite high school seniors, transfer and current UW students interested in majoring in one of our programs to attend an info session to learn about the School of Art + Art History + Design and its programs. Prospective students can prepare for the session by exploring our undergraduate degree programs on our website.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://go.oncehub.com/SoAAHDPreviewRegistration. Accessibility Contact: ktwiss@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Information Sessions.
Monday, August 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Theodore Jacobsen Observatory Open House
Welcome
Welcome to the web page of the public events program at the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory (TJO) of the University of Washington. Come and join us for open houses where we offer a view through our 1895 telescope on clear dark nights. In addition, enjoy evening talks and other activities during your visit for people of all ages, from 6 to 100. Tickets are free.
Programs normally take place at the observatory on the first and third Tuesday evenings of April through September, rain or shine. The staff are entirely volunteers, including undergraduates from the “League of Astronomers” within the Astronomy Department as well as members of the Seattle Astronomical Society (under the auspices of the UW Astronomy Department).
TJO Evening Public Events
Sky viewing is the main event of the evening. However, nightfall comes late. So doors open at 8 or 9 PM from April through September (see below for dates and times) while the sky is still light. The first major event of the evening is a public talk by students…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Theodor Jacobsen Observatory (OBS). Accessibility Contact: Liza Young. Event Types: Information Sessions. Special Events. Target Audience: Public.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
For more info visit astro.washington.edu. Economics Prospective Student Info Session
Students who study economics learn to decode systems that impact individuals and societies. Students will develop skills to analyze how decisions are made and how limited resources are created, traded, and used.
This info session is a general introduction to the Department of Economics Undergraduate Program, including its six Economics major options. Students will also have an opportunity to meet with Department of Economics advisers, and ask questions about pursuing Economics as a major at the UW.
This session will be offered via Zoom:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/92629513619
Meeting ID: 926 2951 3619.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: econadv@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, September 3, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Labor Day
Holidays
No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, September 7, 2026.
For more info visit www.washington.edu. Theodore Jacobsen Observatory Open House
Welcome
Welcome to the web page of the public events program at the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory (TJO) of the University of Washington. Come and join us for open houses where we offer a view through our 1895 telescope on clear dark nights. In addition, enjoy evening talks and other activities during your visit for people of all ages, from 6 to 100. Tickets are free.
Programs normally take place at the observatory on the first and third Tuesday evenings of April through September, rain or shine. The staff are entirely volunteers, including undergraduates from the “League of Astronomers” within the Astronomy Department as well as members of the Seattle Astronomical Society (under the auspices of the UW Astronomy Department).
TJO Evening Public Events
Sky viewing is the main event of the evening. However, nightfall comes late. So doors open at 8 or 9 PM from April through September (see below for dates and times) while the sky is still light. The first major event of the evening is a public talk by students…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Theodor Jacobsen Observatory (OBS). Accessibility Contact: Liza Young. Event Types: Information Sessions. Special Events. Target Audience: Public.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
For more info visit astro.washington.edu. Economics Prospective Student Info Session
Students who study economics learn to decode systems that impact individuals and societies. Students will develop skills to analyze how decisions are made and how limited resources are created, traded, and used.
This info session is a general introduction to the Department of Economics Undergraduate Program, including its six Economics major options. Students will also have an opportunity to meet with Department of Economics advisers, and ask questions about pursuing Economics as a major at the UW.
This session will be offered via Zoom:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/92629513619
Meeting ID: 926 2951 3619.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: econadv@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Economics Prospective Student Info Session
Students who study economics learn to decode systems that impact individuals and societies. Students will develop skills to analyze how decisions are made and how limited resources are created, traded, and used.
This info session is a general introduction to the Department of Economics Undergraduate Program, including its six Economics major options. Students will also have an opportunity to meet with Department of Economics advisers, and ask questions about pursuing Economics as a major at the UW.
This session will be offered via Zoom:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/92629513619
Meeting ID: 926 2951 3619.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: econadv@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. First Wednesday Concert
Students of the UW School of Music perform in this lunchtime concert series co-hosted by UW Music and UW Libraries.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: adamhall@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit music.washington.edu. Economics Prospective Student Info Session
Students who study economics learn to decode systems that impact individuals and societies. Students will develop skills to analyze how decisions are made and how limited resources are created, traded, and used.
This info session is a general introduction to the Department of Economics Undergraduate Program, including its six Economics major options. Students will also have an opportunity to meet with Department of Economics advisers, and ask questions about pursuing Economics as a major at the UW.
This session will be offered via Zoom:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/92629513619
Meeting ID: 926 2951 3619.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: econadv@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. George H. Cady Endowed Lecture in Inorganic Chemistry: Prof. Ram Seshadri
George H. Cady Endowed Lecture in Inorganic Chemistry
"TBD"
Professor Ram Seshadri - Materials Department, University of California, Santa Barbara
Host: Douglas Reed.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: chem59x@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars.
Monday, November 2, 2026.
For more info visit www.materials.ucsb.edu. Inorganic Chemistry Seminar: Prof. Ram Seshadri
"TBD"
Professor Ram Seshadri - Materials Department, University of California, Santa Barbara
Host: Douglas Reed.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: chem59x@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
For more info visit www.materials.ucsb.edu. First Wednesday Concert
Students of the UW School of Music perform in this lunchtime concert series co-hosted by UW Music and UW Libraries.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: adamhall@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit music.washington.edu. Economics Prospective Student Info Session
Students who study economics learn to decode systems that impact individuals and societies. Students will develop skills to analyze how decisions are made and how limited resources are created, traded, and used.
This info session is a general introduction to the Department of Economics Undergraduate Program, including its six Economics major options. Students will also have an opportunity to meet with Department of Economics advisers, and ask questions about pursuing Economics as a major at the UW.
This session will be offered via Zoom:
https://washington.zoom.us/j/92629513619
Meeting ID: 926 2951 3619.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: econadv@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us.