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Geography Career Support Workshops

Join recent graduates and students nearing graduation for a series of career support workshops this summer! If you are seeking support for your job applications, we are here for you. This is an informal, drop-in space for mutual support and we'll guide our conversations based on your needs! We'll meet on Zoom every Tuesday from July 7 through August 25. Attend one or many or all of our sessions! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Alumni. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. 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.

Department of Geography Student & Alum Mixer

New and Continuing Students are invited to meet geography alums at various career stages. Get a glimpse into professional possibilities and student leadership opportunities! Welcome our new alum ambassador committee members. Find information about joining Plenum and GeoDat! Rain or Shine, severe weather cancels. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: The Liberal Arts Quadrangle – The Quad (LNDMK-1). Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.

Career Exploration Workshops

This series takes place on Tuesdays, October 13-December 1. Students are welcome to drop-in and will benefit most from attending all workshops consistently. Reflect on past experiences and identify your skills and strengths to find your path forward in geography. Alum networking and career exploration activities help students develop resilience and build community while making connections between college and career.  Learning Goals:Understand how the study of geography is beneficial to your academic and professional goals. Create meaningful connections with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff in the Department of Geography. Envision a pathway from college to career. Identify strategies for accomplishing your goals.  Unit 1: What Is a Career? In this unit, we will start the course by becoming familiar with what is meant by “career,” and approaches to prepare for career possibilities. We will also begin to get to know each other and set up expectations for the rest of the quarter.  Unit 2: What… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Geography Major Information Session

Join us virtually via Zoom to learn about opportunities and resources in the Department of Geography and how to declare the major! This information session will discuss the general geography major and the geography data science option. Register for this session! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Thursday, October 15, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Join the College of Arts & Sciences Team for the Alaska Airlines Dawg Dash

Calling All Arts & Sciences Dawgs! Join fellow alumni, students, friends, artists, scientists, historians, philosophers, writers and curious minds of the College of Arts & Sciences for the Alaska Airlines Dawg Dash on Sunday, October 18! Part campus tour, part reunion, and all Dawg pride, you'll partake in a little interdisciplinary running through the heart of the UW, passing favorites like the Liberal Arts Quadrangle, Denny Hall, and the site of the future Chemical Sciences Building. Bring your Arts & Sciences spirit and we'll bring the one-of-a-kind bandanas (picture below) for everyone who signs up to join the College's team for the 10K run, 5K run/walk, or Husky Pups Run. A portion of your registration fee helps support the UW Alumni Association’s general scholarship fund. Race registration usually sells out before the event, so don't delay. Sign up to be on the College of Arts & Sciences team for the Alaska Airlines Dawg Dash here. In addition, visit the College of Arts & Sciences tent for fun,… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: casevents@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Sunday, October 18, 2026. For more info visit runsignup.com.

Career Exploration Workshops

This series takes place on Tuesdays, October 13-December 1. Students are welcome to drop-in and will benefit most from attending all workshops consistently. Reflect on past experiences and identify your skills and strengths to find your path forward in geography. Alum networking and career exploration activities help students develop resilience and build community while making connections between college and career.  Learning Goals:Understand how the study of geography is beneficial to your academic and professional goals. Create meaningful connections with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff in the Department of Geography. Envision a pathway from college to career. Identify strategies for accomplishing your goals.  Unit 1: What Is a Career? In this unit, we will start the course by becoming familiar with what is meant by “career,” and approaches to prepare for career possibilities. We will also begin to get to know each other and set up expectations for the rest of the quarter.  Unit 2: What… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Geography Major Information Session

Join us virtually via Zoom to learn about opportunities and resources in the Department of Geography and how to declare the major! This information session will discuss the general geography major and the geography data science option. Register for this session! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Thursday, October 22, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Career Exploration Workshops

This series takes place on Tuesdays, October 13-December 1. Students are welcome to drop-in and will benefit most from attending all workshops consistently. Reflect on past experiences and identify your skills and strengths to find your path forward in geography. Alum networking and career exploration activities help students develop resilience and build community while making connections between college and career.  Learning Goals:Understand how the study of geography is beneficial to your academic and professional goals. Create meaningful connections with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff in the Department of Geography. Envision a pathway from college to career. Identify strategies for accomplishing your goals.  Unit 1: What Is a Career? In this unit, we will start the course by becoming familiar with what is meant by “career,” and approaches to prepare for career possibilities. We will also begin to get to know each other and set up expectations for the rest of the quarter.  Unit 2: What… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Geography New Student Orientation (participation required to declare the geography major)

Understand requirements in the geography major, including the data science option, plus get help with next quarter's registration! Students who attend this orientation session will complete the major declaration process. In order to attend, students must follow instructions to Declare the Major in Geography. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: SMI 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Academics. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.

Geography New Student Orientation (participation required to declare the geography major)

Understand requirements in the geography major, including the data science option, plus get help with next quarter's registration! Students who attend this orientation session will complete the major declaration process. In order to attend, students must follow instructions to Declare the Major in Geography and then register for the orientation session. Note that the orientation session Zoom will lock after 10 minutes and no one will be admitted after that time. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Academics. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Thursday, October 29, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Career Exploration Workshops

This series takes place on Tuesdays, October 13-December 1. Students are welcome to drop-in and will benefit most from attending all workshops consistently. Reflect on past experiences and identify your skills and strengths to find your path forward in geography. Alum networking and career exploration activities help students develop resilience and build community while making connections between college and career.  Learning Goals:Understand how the study of geography is beneficial to your academic and professional goals. Create meaningful connections with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff in the Department of Geography. Envision a pathway from college to career. Identify strategies for accomplishing your goals.  Unit 1: What Is a Career? In this unit, we will start the course by becoming familiar with what is meant by “career,” and approaches to prepare for career possibilities. We will also begin to get to know each other and set up expectations for the rest of the quarter.  Unit 2: What… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Applying for Internships & Halmo Geography Scholars Program Information Session

The Department of Geography is excited to introduce a unique funding opportunity to support undergraduate geography students' research, volunteering, or other projects that benefit a community and further their development as a geographer. In this information session, we will explain the eligibility requirements, financial details and application instructions. We will also discuss how to find or create internships, research opportunities or other community projects. Finally, we will engage in a dynamic resume review so please bring a working draft of your resume! Join us on Zoom! Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Information Sessions. Workshops. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Thursday, November 5, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Online via Zoom. For more info visit washington.zoom.us.

Career Exploration Workshops

This series takes place on Tuesdays, October 13-December 1. Students are welcome to drop-in and will benefit most from attending all workshops consistently. Reflect on past experiences and identify your skills and strengths to find your path forward in geography. Alum networking and career exploration activities help students develop resilience and build community while making connections between college and career.  Learning Goals:Understand how the study of geography is beneficial to your academic and professional goals. Create meaningful connections with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff in the Department of Geography. Envision a pathway from college to career. Identify strategies for accomplishing your goals.  Unit 1: What Is a Career? In this unit, we will start the course by becoming familiar with what is meant by “career,” and approaches to prepare for career possibilities. We will also begin to get to know each other and set up expectations for the rest of the quarter.  Unit 2: What… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Veterans 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. Wednesday, November 11, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Career Exploration Workshops

This series takes place on Tuesdays, October 13-December 1. Students are welcome to drop-in and will benefit most from attending all workshops consistently. Reflect on past experiences and identify your skills and strengths to find your path forward in geography. Alum networking and career exploration activities help students develop resilience and build community while making connections between college and career.  Learning Goals:Understand how the study of geography is beneficial to your academic and professional goals. Create meaningful connections with fellow students, alumni, faculty and staff in the Department of Geography. Envision a pathway from college to career. Identify strategies for accomplishing your goals.  Unit 1: What Is a Career? In this unit, we will start the course by becoming familiar with what is meant by “career,” and approaches to prepare for career possibilities. We will also begin to get to know each other and set up expectations for the rest of the quarter.  Unit 2: What… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Smith Hall (SMI). Campus room: 415C. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.

Geographers in Practice

Join the Department of Geography community for our annual event featuring three alumni sharing their experiences as geographers in practice! From inspiration to impact, these stories highlight their ongoing professional activities, public service and activism. This event is virtual via Zoom and registration is required. Registration coming soon! Geographers in Practice Panel Discussion Archive. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Nell Gross, ngross@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students. Graduate Students. Alumni. Faculty. Staff. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Online via Zoom.