Nature heals: The global movement for mental and physical health
Research shows that access to nature is essential for our mental and physical wellbeing. But just over a decade ago, that idea was far from common knowledge.
Join UW Environment for the 2025 Doug Walker Lecture & Reception, where former REI Co-op executive Marc Berejka will share reflections on how the global movement for nature and health was born, the lessons we’ve learned along the way, and how we can all play a part in helping our communities benefit from the healing power of the outdoors.
Ticket price includes access to our special pre-reception designed to spark meaningful connections across Seattle’s vibrant sustainability and environmental science community. Complimentary gourmet creations provided by Cameron Catering, consistently ranked among Seattle’s finest! Pre-reception starts at 5:30 PM.
About our speaker: Marc Berejka held leadership roles at REI Co-op for more than 13 years, most recently as divisional vice president for community advocacy and impact and president of the REI Cooperative…
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.
Town Hall Seattle, The Forum.
For more info visit events.uw.edu. SAFS Departmental Seminar with Stephanie Valdez (UW SAFS)
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, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit fish.uw.edu. The Vast and Deep Ocean
The ocean remains one of Earth’s last great frontiers — vast in scale, deep in mystery, and largely unexplored. In The Vast and Deep Ocean, researchers from the University of Bergen and the University of Washington venture into this immense realm to showcase how they uncover the hidden world beneath the waves. The event will also reflect on opportunities and challenges of transforming Statsraad Lehmkhul, a traditional sailing ship, into a floating science lab that welcomes researchers from institutions around the world aboard.
This event highlights the scientific exploration and monitoring of the ocean, with a focus on ecological mapping, biodiversity, geological formations, and sea floor mapping. Through advanced subsea technologies, interdisciplinary research and long-term observations, we are beginning to understand both the vastness and the depth of the ocean in entirely new ways. Data visualization and information products available to the public will be highlighted.
Hosted by:
University of Bergen,…
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: John Meyer (jjmeyer@uw.edu). Category: Other Events. Event Types: Special Events.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Pier 66, downtown Seattle.
For more info visit luma.com. UW Environment Community Mixer
Going to UW Family Weekend 2025? Join us for an afternoon of connection and conversation at the UW Environment Community Mixer in the Ocean Sciences Building lobby.
Enjoy tasty bites and refreshing sips from local favorite Buddah Bruddah while meeting with faculty, students and college leadership from across the college. Come for the snacks, stay for the free swag! Door prizes, group photos, and more!
This event is part of UW Family Weekend 2025.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Ocean Science Building, First Floor, Lobby.
For more info visit events.uw.edu. Friday Harbor Labs Info Session
All Marine Biology majors at UW complete an Integrative Field Experience (IFE), hands-on, field-based course(s) at Friday Harbor Labs! Explore marine environments, build research and communication skills, and earn credit toward your major in an immersive setting! 🔗 Learn more about the IFE requirement: marinebiology.uw.edu/students/marine-biology-major/integrative-field-experience, Join a Friday Harbor Labs Information Session to learn about: What it’s like to live and study at FHL , The Spring 2026 course offerings , How to apply and qualify for priority placement, 📅 Info Session Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 28 @ 12:30-1:30pm , Wednesday, Oct. 29 @ 2:30-3:30pm, RSVP Here, Questions: Ask Maia at fhlstudents@uw.edu!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 207. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: students.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Friday Harbor Labs Info Session
All Marine Biology majors at UW complete an Integrative Field Experience (IFE), hands-on, field-based course(s) at Friday Harbor Labs! Explore marine environments, build research and communication skills, and earn credit toward your major in an immersive setting! 🔗 Learn more about the IFE requirement: marinebiology.uw.edu/students/marine-biology-major/integrative-field-experience, Join a Friday Harbor Labs Information Session to learn about: What it’s like to live and study at FHL , The Spring 2026 course offerings , How to apply and qualify for priority placement, 📅 Info Session Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 28 @ 12:30-1:30pm , Wednesday, Oct. 29 @ 2:30-3:30pm, RSVP Here, Questions: Ask Maia at fhlstudents@uw.edu!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Fishery Sciences (FSH). Campus room: 207. Accessibility Contact: wittouck@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: students.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. SAFS Departmental Seminar with Jan Lovy (USGS Western Fisheries Research Center)
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, October 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit fish.uw.edu. SAFS Departmental Seminar with Noëlle Yochum (Trident Seafoods)
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, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit fish.uw.edu. SAFS Departmental Seminar with Mackenzie Gavery (NOAA)
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, November 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit fish.uw.edu. SAFS Departmental Seminar with Julieta Martinelli (WDFW)
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, November 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit fish.uw.edu. SAFS Departmental Seminar with David Paez (USGS)
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, December 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
For more info visit fish.uw.edu.