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Independence Day (Observed)

No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Summer. Event Types: Academics. Friday, July 3, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Autism in Indian Country Panel

Partner & Community Accessibility Autism in Indian Country Panel, Join The Arc of King County for a virtual panel exploring the intersection of autism and Indigeneity. This panel features Indigenous voices and perspectives, including individuals who are autistic and family members of autistic people. Panelists include Madrienne White (Muckleshoot Tribe), Bobbi Duncan-Ishcomer (Tsalagi, Cherokee Nation), and LeAnn Ishcomer (Choctaw Nation). Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Time: 2:00 to 3:30 pm (PST), Register: https://forms.gle/X2PYGbfcQevSbZSw7, This session offers an opportunity to learn from lived experience and deepen understanding of how culture, identity, and disability intersect. For questions or accommodation requests, contact zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit forms.gle.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, July 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Summer Accessibility POP Session 2: Simple Alternative Text

Partner & Community Accessibility Today we're focusing on an important Accessibility Skill: Simple Alternative Text. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15-20 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 5-10 to set a goal. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished! This will be a virtual event taking place on Zoom and captions will be enabled. This event is intended to be inclusive and accessible. A two-week timeframe is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Please email ats-events@uw.edu for any accessibility-related requests. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom (see registration link). For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

AiiCE Book Club: Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law

Partner & Community Accessibility AiiCE is excited to announce our next book club Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma.    The book club will be held on Wednesdays, July 15th, 2026, through July 29th, at 11-12 pm PST (2-3 pm EST). When you register, be sure to register for each week to ensure you receive calendar invitations for each session.    Format:  We’ll meet over Zoom to discuss selected sections of the book. Before each session, we will share reflection questions to discuss in small- or large-group conversations. While we encourage you to attend all sessions, we understand life gets busy, but joining at least one is appreciated! Reading schedule: Week 1 - Intro - through ch 8 - pg 1-81 Week 2 - ch 9 - 18 - pg 82 - 166 Week 3 - ch 19 - epilogue - pg 167-263   Who Can Join:  Everyone is welcome to join the discussions! We have limited funding to provide a book voucher to individuals who don’t otherwise have funds for a book and who reside, work, or study in the US.    About the Book and Author (quoted… Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95241997313. Accessibility Contact: doit@uw.edu. Event Types: Meetings. Event sponsors: The Alliance for Interdisciplinary Innovations in Computing Education (AiiCE), National Science Foundation grant #EES-2118453. The DO-IT Center at the University of Washington is an Alliance member. Any questions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the presenter(s), author(s), and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of the federal government. Target Audience: Anyone interested in accessibility in computing education. Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Autism in Indian Country Panel

Partner & Community Accessibility Autism in Indian Country Panel, Join The Arc of King County for a virtual panel exploring the intersection of autism and Indigeneity. This panel features Indigenous voices and perspectives, including individuals who are autistic and family members of autistic people. Panelists include Madrienne White (Muckleshoot Tribe), Bobbi Duncan-Ishcomer (Tsalagi, Cherokee Nation), and LeAnn Ishcomer (Choctaw Nation). Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Time: 2:00 to 3:30 pm (PST), Register: https://forms.gle/X2PYGbfcQevSbZSw7, This session offers an opportunity to learn from lived experience and deepen understanding of how culture, identity, and disability intersect. For questions or accommodation requests, contact zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit forms.gle.

SqueakyFest disabled comedy festival

Partner & Community Accessibility SqueakyFest, the first-ever multi-city disabled comedy festival returns to Seattle and will be co-hosted by DO-IT's own Kayla Brown! Get ready for a night of big laughs and bold perspectives as The Squeaky Wheel partners with The Disabled List to showcase some of Seattle’s funniest disabled comedians. Hosted by Dan Hurwitz and Kayla Brown, and featuring stand-up from Derek Sheen, Allegra Keys, Gretta Gimp, Michael Bellevue and Cheri Hardman, this accessible comedy event celebrates disability, humor, and what it means to “be squeaky!” The Seattle show's tickets go on sale soon, with time to be announced. Learn more (including specific time) and get tickets. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: rajah@nwfilmforum.org. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Performances. Special Events. Event sponsors: Squeaky Wheel Media, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission of using humor to combat ableism. Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Northwest Film Forum. For more info visit thesqueakywheel.org.

AiiCE Book Club: Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law

Partner & Community Accessibility AiiCE is excited to announce our next book club Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma.    The book club will be held on Wednesdays, July 15th, 2026, through July 29th, at 11-12 pm PST (2-3 pm EST). When you register, be sure to register for each week to ensure you receive calendar invitations for each session.    Format:  We’ll meet over Zoom to discuss selected sections of the book. Before each session, we will share reflection questions to discuss in small- or large-group conversations. While we encourage you to attend all sessions, we understand life gets busy, but joining at least one is appreciated! Reading schedule: Week 1 - Intro - through ch 8 - pg 1-81 Week 2 - ch 9 - 18 - pg 82 - 166 Week 3 - ch 19 - epilogue - pg 167-263   Who Can Join:  Everyone is welcome to join the discussions! We have limited funding to provide a book voucher to individuals who don’t otherwise have funds for a book and who reside, work, or study in the US.    About the Book and Author (quoted… Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95241997313. Accessibility Contact: doit@uw.edu. Event Types: Meetings. Event sponsors: The Alliance for Interdisciplinary Innovations in Computing Education (AiiCE), National Science Foundation grant #EES-2118453. The DO-IT Center at the University of Washington is an Alliance member. Any questions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the presenter(s), author(s), and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of the federal government. Target Audience: Anyone interested in accessibility in computing education. Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom.

Web Accessibility and Usability Meetup

Partner & Community Accessibility These monthly meetups provide an opportunity for UW web developers and designers to discuss accessibility and usability issues in a relaxed, casual setting, and provide friendly feedback on one another’s web projects. We encourage you to bring your accessibility questions or just join us to see what others are working on. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/my/hadirangin. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Summer Accessibility POP Session 3: Simple Tables in Digital Documents (NEW!)

Partner & Community Accessibility Today we're focusing on an important Accessibility Skill: Simple Tables. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15-20 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 5-10 to set a goal. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished! This will be a virtual event taking place on Zoom and captions will be enabled. This event is intended to be inclusive and accessible. A two-week timeframe is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Please email ats-events@uw.edu for any accessibility-related requests. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom (see registration link). For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

AiiCE Book Club: Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law

Partner & Community Accessibility AiiCE is excited to announce our next book club Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law by Haben Girma.    The book club will be held on Wednesdays, July 15th, 2026, through July 29th, at 11-12 pm PST (2-3 pm EST). When you register, be sure to register for each week to ensure you receive calendar invitations for each session.    Format:  We’ll meet over Zoom to discuss selected sections of the book. Before each session, we will share reflection questions to discuss in small- or large-group conversations. While we encourage you to attend all sessions, we understand life gets busy, but joining at least one is appreciated! Reading schedule: Week 1 - Intro - through ch 8 - pg 1-81 Week 2 - ch 9 - 18 - pg 82 - 166 Week 3 - ch 19 - epilogue - pg 167-263   Who Can Join:  Everyone is welcome to join the discussions! We have limited funding to provide a book voucher to individuals who don’t otherwise have funds for a book and who reside, work, or study in the US.    About the Book and Author (quoted… Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95241997313. Accessibility Contact: doit@uw.edu. Event Types: Meetings. Event sponsors: The Alliance for Interdisciplinary Innovations in Computing Education (AiiCE), National Science Foundation grant #EES-2118453. The DO-IT Center at the University of Washington is an Alliance member. Any questions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed are those of the presenter(s), author(s), and/or participants and do not necessarily reflect the views of the federal government. Target Audience: Anyone interested in accessibility in computing education. Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom.

Information Session: Certificate in Data Science Methods for Real-World Evidence (RWE) in Health

Partner & Community Accessibility Join us for an online information session about the Certificate in Data Science Methods for Real-World Evidence in Health. Offered by The CHOICE Institute at the University of Washington School of Pharmacy, this online certificate is designed to help professionals in biomedical and healthcare industries strengthen skills to confidently evaluate and interpret vast amounts of health data.  Courses will help decision-makers understand what data can (and cannot) tell us, how to choose and trust analytic methods, and how to translate results into sound decisions in clinical, regulatory, and commercial settings. This certificate is especially relevant if you manage data scientists, collaborate with analytics teams, or make evidence-based decisions. You’ll better assess credibility and communicate findings effectively.  Learn about the certificate's focus and format, curriculum, admissions, application process, and more, with plenty of time for Q&A.  Register: Online Information Session for the Certificate… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: uwsopchoice@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Event sponsors: The CHOICE Institute Certificate Programs. Target Audience: Prospective students and applicants. Thursday, July 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Zoom (registration required). For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Supporting disabled students in research: AccessComputing discussion

Partner & Community Accessibility AccessComputing invites you to join us for an online (Zoom) community discussion about supporting disabled students in research.  We'll have an interactive discussion about the 2022 article Students with Disabilities in Life Science Undergraduate Research Experiences: Challenges and Opportunities by Gin, Pais, et al (check out the abstract below!) and how the computing community can benefit from the findings.  Registrants may wish to read the paper in advance of the meeting. Registration Required, Accommodation Note: Zoom auto captions will be enabled. For ASL, CART, or additional accommodations contact Brianna Blaser at blaser@uw.edu.  ---------------------- Students with Disabilities in Life Science Undergraduate Research Experiences: Challenges and Opportunities. Gin LE, Pais D, Cooper KM, Brownell SE. CBE Life Sci Educ. 2022 Jun; 21(2): ar32. Abstract: Individuals with disabilities are underrepresented in postsecondary science education and in science careers, yet few studies have explored why this… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: blaser@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: AccessComputing. Thursday, July 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

CREATE Accessibility Hackathon, Summer ‘26

Join CREATE to brainstorm ideas for an accessible future through AI. Over two days, participants will meet as a whole and in groups, brainstorm project ideas, start to build solutions, present their ideas, and provide feedback. Lunch, snack, mentoring and support will be provided. The event will take place on the UW Seattle campus. Virtual attendance is possible for some portions of the event. See the Hackathon web page for details and schedule. Register now. Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Accessibility Contact: create-contact@uw.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Special Events. Student Activities. Workshops. Event sponsors: CREATE and the UW Paul G. Allen Center for Computer Science and Engineering. Target Audience: Everyone, regardless of technical experience. People with lived experience of disability encouraged. Friday, July 31, 2026 – Saturday, August 1, 2026. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Autism in Indian Country Panel

Partner & Community Accessibility Autism in Indian Country Panel, Join The Arc of King County for a virtual panel exploring the intersection of autism and Indigeneity. This panel features Indigenous voices and perspectives, including individuals who are autistic and family members of autistic people. Panelists include Madrienne White (Muckleshoot Tribe), Bobbi Duncan-Ishcomer (Tsalagi, Cherokee Nation), and LeAnn Ishcomer (Choctaw Nation). Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Time: 2:00 to 3:30 pm (PST), Register: https://forms.gle/X2PYGbfcQevSbZSw7, This session offers an opportunity to learn from lived experience and deepen understanding of how culture, identity, and disability intersect. For questions or accommodation requests, contact zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit forms.gle.

Here and Now Project 5K for Today

Partner & Community Accessibility The Here and Now Project invites you to join us for our Seventh Annual 5K For Today! Join this family friendly walk, run, roll to support the paralysis community. Proceeds will help us connect and empower the community through direct outreach to people who are newly injured, private support groups, recreational activities, and annual gatherings. Register to participate in person, Meet at Rogers High School in Puyallup for the in-person event on August 9 --OR-- Register to participate virtually Run, Walk, or Roll from wherever you choose August 9-16. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: info@hereandnowproject.org. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Special Events. Event sponsors: The Here and Now Project. Target Audience: Everyone. Sunday, August 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Rogers High School in Puyallup 12801 86th Ave E Puyallup, WA 98373. For more info visit runsignup.com.

Ph.D. Dissertation Defense Talk: Towards Human-AI Symbiotic Spatial Perception

Speaker: Xia Su, Advisor: Jon E Froehlich, Supervisory Committee: JON E FROEHLICH (Chair), Jacob O. Wobbrock (GSR, Information School), Ranjay Krishna, Yang Zhang (UCLA), Abstract TBA. Monday, August 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Summer Accessibility POP Session 4: Slide Deck Design

Partner & Community Accessibility Today we're focusing on an important Accessibility Skill: Slide Deck Design. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15-20 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 5-10 to set a goal. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished! This will be a virtual event taking place on Zoom and captions will be enabled. This event is intended to be inclusive and accessible. A two-week timeframe is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Please email ats-events@uw.edu for any accessibility-related requests. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom (see registration link). For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Autism in Indian Country Panel

Partner & Community Accessibility Autism in Indian Country Panel, Join The Arc of King County for a virtual panel exploring the intersection of autism and Indigeneity. This panel features Indigenous voices and perspectives, including individuals who are autistic and family members of autistic people. Panelists include Madrienne White (Muckleshoot Tribe), Bobbi Duncan-Ishcomer (Tsalagi, Cherokee Nation), and LeAnn Ishcomer (Choctaw Nation). Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Time: 2:00 to 3:30 pm (PST), Register: https://forms.gle/X2PYGbfcQevSbZSw7, This session offers an opportunity to learn from lived experience and deepen understanding of how culture, identity, and disability intersect. For questions or accommodation requests, contact zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: zsiddeek@arcofkingcounty.org. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. For more info visit forms.gle.

Purple - Monthly Training in UW's Gen AI Tool

Partner & Community Accessibility Purple is UW’s general purpose AI tool, created to support teaching, research, and daily operations across campus. Whether you're new to artificial intelligence or looking to deepen your skills, the Purple Monthly Training Sessions provide a practical introduction to AI at the University of Washington. Each month, participants explore the fundamentals of generative AI, effective prompting strategies, and UW's Purple platform through a short presentation, live demonstrations, and hands-on guidance. Sessions regularly cover topics such as AI literacy, prompt engineering, agent creation, and emerging best practices for operational work. No technical background is required. Whether you're curious about what AI can do, looking to save time on routine tasks, or interested in building custom agents to support your work, these sessions are designed to help you move from exploration to application. Join us to learn new skills, discover practical use cases, and connect with others across the UW community who are exp… Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/240014526997944?p=YbWl5haH4pVbYNcWCO. Accessibility Contact: Nick Stelzner, nrcs@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Event sponsors: Nick Stelzner, Wisdom Senolos, & Jared Reimer / UWIT INF AI. Thursday, August 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Teams.

Web Accessibility and Usability Meetup

Partner & Community Accessibility These monthly meetups provide an opportunity for UW web developers and designers to discuss accessibility and usability issues in a relaxed, casual setting, and provide friendly feedback on one another’s web projects. We encourage you to bring your accessibility questions or just join us to see what others are working on. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/my/hadirangin. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

Summer Accessibility POP Session 5: Accessible Presentation Delivery

Partner & Community Accessibility Today we're focusing on an important Accessibility Skill: Presentation Delivery. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15-20 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 5-10 to set a goal. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished! This will be a virtual event taking place on Zoom and captions will be enabled. This event is intended to be inclusive and accessible. A two-week timeframe is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Please email ats-events@uw.edu for any accessibility-related requests. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom (see registration link). For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Monday, August 31, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Thursday, September 3, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

🖺 PDF Accessibility: Questions, learning and support virtual office hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about PDF document accessibility, remediation or other accessible content options? Join Ana Thompson to learn more about the intricacies of this frequently-used format, ease of use, accessibility (or lack thereof), evaluating your own files, etc. Bring your files and curiosity se we can explore ways to ensure that content you create or share is accessible to everyone. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92015862520. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Friday, September 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Online via Zoom.

Labor Day

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.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Monday, September 7, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Thursday, September 10, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Monday, September 14, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Thursday, September 17, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

🖺 PDF Accessibility: Questions, learning and support virtual office hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about PDF document accessibility, remediation or other accessible content options? Join Ana Thompson to learn more about the intricacies of this frequently-used format, ease of use, accessibility (or lack thereof), evaluating your own files, etc. Bring your files and curiosity se we can explore ways to ensure that content you create or share is accessible to everyone. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92015862520. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Friday, September 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Online via Zoom.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Monday, September 21, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

Web Accessibility and Usability Meetup

Partner & Community Accessibility These monthly meetups provide an opportunity for UW web developers and designers to discuss accessibility and usability issues in a relaxed, casual setting, and provide friendly feedback on one another’s web projects. We encourage you to bring your accessibility questions or just join us to see what others are working on. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/my/hadirangin. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services. Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Zoom.

Tinkerer Tuesdays

Tinker with various forms of DIY Accessible Technology (DIYAT) and related technologies. The space has lightweight making and accessibility equipment, such as an embroidery machine, swell paper printer, 3D printers, and soldering. Get updates on CREATE’s #diyat Slack channel (must be a CREATE member to join). Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2). Campus room: 283. Accessibility Contact: glazko@cs.washington.edu. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Workshops. Student Activities. Event sponsors: CREATE Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences. Target Audience: UW CREATE community members interested in making, DIY accessibility, fabrication, ... Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit create.uw.edu.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Thursday, September 24, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Monday, September 28, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

🤩 Accessibility Questions and Conversations Virtual Office Hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about making content accessible? Come and join these virtual office hours to learn how to get started, checking digital content for accessibility, best formats to use, etc.  The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95476448968. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Thursday, October 1, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Zoom.

🖺 PDF Accessibility: Questions, learning and support virtual office hours (UW Bothell)

Partner & Community Accessibility Do you have questions about PDF document accessibility, remediation or other accessible content options? Join Ana Thompson to learn more about the intricacies of this frequently-used format, ease of use, accessibility (or lack thereof), evaluating your own files, etc. Bring your files and curiosity se we can explore ways to ensure that content you create or share is accessible to everyone. The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92015862520. Location Type: Online. Target Audience: Faculty, Staff. Accessibility Contact: Ana Thompson | thomana@uw.edu | 425.352.3794. Friday, October 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Online via Zoom.

Power of Public Research and Teaching in a Technological Society | S+T at UW Symposium

Partner & Community Accessibility On October 2, 2026, Society + Technology at UW is thrilled to be hosting a symposium, The Power of Public Research and Teaching in a Technological Society, at the Burke Museum from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Research and teaching have their greatest impact when this work fosters understanding and empathy, strengthens intellectual community and creativity, and contributes to human well-being. Society + Technology at UW's Fall Symposium is designed with this impact in mind. Our fall convening will elevate UW's work at the critical juncture of society and technology in areas such as governance and trust, communication and meaning, bioethics and embodiment, and more. Would you like to join us? Space is limited. RSVP today. Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Burke Museum | Cascade Room. Accessibility Contact: mmjones@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Target Audience: UW and Public. Friday, October 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit docs.google.com.