UBC Bridging Borders — Career Pathways for International Students
UBC Presents: Bridging Borders — Career Pathways for International Students
Join us for Bridging Borders, an event designed to help international students explore career paths and navigate the U.S. job market. Hear from Foster alums, professionals, and upperclassmen who’ve secured roles at firms like EY, Deloitte, TikTok, and more. Enjoy panel discussions, networking, and light refreshments in a supportive, inclusive space.
📅 Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Peek Forum, Founders Hall (5th Floor) — 4215 E Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA
🎯 Open to: All majors and class years (especially F-1 international students)
Not a recruiting event — just real conversations and connections.
👉 RSVP by Sunday, November 16 at 11:59 PM to secure your spot: Link
📧 Echo He – echohe@uw.edu
📧 Roberto Rodriguez – rrod04@uw.edu.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Founders Hall (FNDR). Campus room: Peek Forum, Founders Hall (5th Floor). Accessibility Contact: echohe@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
CIRCLE of Friends - Men's Basketball Global Pack Night
UW Men's Basketball is hosting a Global Pack Night to celebrate international students on Tuesday, November 18th at 6:30pm vs. Southern University! 🏀
You are invited to help represent our international students across the University of Washington campuses! 💜
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Meeting point: Schmitz Hall 250 (CIRCLE office)
Game starts at 6:30 PM at Alaska Airlines Arena - 3870 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98105
RSVP: Link, FREE Admission with your Husky Card!
If you have any questions, please reach out to Donovan Wilson at dxwilson@uw.edu or Philip Carpio at pcarpi@uw.edu.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Alaska Airlines Arena.
English Conversation Practice Hour
The UW LLC English Conversation Practice Hours are currently held during winter quarter once per week. All members of the UW community are encouraged to attend: Undergraduate Students , Graduate Students , Staff , Faculty, Students will practice in small groups, with discussions and practice activities guided by an English speaker.
We will do our best to accommodate the diverse interests of the attendees.
This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within our diverse language-learning community. We recognize that although there are reasons to develop English language competencies, the many languages and dialects spoken by our community are of vital importance as well. The goal for these sessions will be to help improve communication skills and comfort when speaking, but not to pressure individuals into adopting a “standard” form of English. All varieties of English are valued! We all ‘make mistakes’ when speaking, including L1 speakers of English. Mistakes are necessary for learning. This is a…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: 250 Schmitz Hall (CIRCLE). Accessibility Contact: llc@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Target Audience: Students, Staff, Faculty.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Department of Licensing (DOL) Visit
On November 21st from 10am-4pm, the DOL will be visiting the CIRCLE office in Schmitz 250.
The services they offer will be getting a: Washington ID , *Washington Drivers License , Drivers Permit Renewal,
In order to ensure we do not leave students disappointed, we will be capping the RSVP to 80 students, so fill this out as soon as you can. A waitlist will be available.
RSVP: https://forms.gle/xzCTtX2k2kDg1xTa7
All services will require filling out a pre-registration form and to bring the proper documents. A detailed email explaining this will be sent the week of.
Please also note only US citizens are eligible for an Enhanced / Real ID.
*IF you are trying to obtain a WA Drivers License please read carefully:
If you have a valid drivers license from British Columbia, Germany, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan you are eligible to transfer it to a WA license. You will most likely require additional documentation, please see details below.
If you do not have a valid drivers license from those places, you will…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Let's Talk: Drop-in Counseling
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person with support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors hold drop-in hours via videoconference and in-person to provide insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment necessary. We also have dedicated Let’s Talk times if you are needing assistance finding an off-campus provider or if you are a survivor or an international student looking for support.
Learn more about Let's Talk: Link
If you need to speak with a mental health counselor more urgently than the times listed below, please call Husky HelpLine for support at 206.616.7777.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, November 21, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Gratitude & Gathering: Thanksgiving Celebration for International Graduate Families
Gratitude & Gathering: Thanksgiving Celebration for International Graduate Families
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, November 22, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📌 Location: Schmitz Hall, Room 250 (Google Map | Campus Map)
🔗 RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/wmairziWCr (Space is limited)
Calling all UW international graduate students and their families—whether you have a spouse, children, or both, you’re warmly invited to a festive Thanksgiving celebration hosted by CIRCLE.
Take a break from the busy graduate life and enjoy a cozy afternoon filled with seasonal crafts, tasty treats, and meaningful connection. Craft hand-made souvenirs, meet other international families, and share in the spirit of gratitude together.
To add a special international touch to the celebration, you’re invited to bring a dish from your culture to share. This is optional but warmly encouraged!
Whether you’re new to Thanksgiving or simply looking for a joyful way to celebrate, join us for a family-friendly day of creativity,…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: baiziyan@uw.edu. Event Types: Ceremonies.
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
CIRCLE Thanksgiving Dinner
This November, join CIRCLE for a lovely Thanksgiving dinner to experience a classic American Holiday! With plenty of food, trivia, cultural exchange, and a chance to meet new people, this is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the season of fall gratitudes!
Date: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Time: 4:30 - 7:30 PM
Location: Denny Room, Oak Hall
RSVP: https://forms.gle/qmh5g4oAjN24rJjV8.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Oak Hall (OAK). Campus room: Oak Hall, Denny Room. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 4:30 AM – 7:30 AM.
English Conversation Practice Hour
The UW LLC English Conversation Practice Hours are currently held during winter quarter once per week. All members of the UW community are encouraged to attend: Undergraduate Students , Graduate Students , Staff , Faculty, Students will practice in small groups, with discussions and practice activities guided by an English speaker.
We will do our best to accommodate the diverse interests of the attendees.
This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within our diverse language-learning community. We recognize that although there are reasons to develop English language competencies, the many languages and dialects spoken by our community are of vital importance as well. The goal for these sessions will be to help improve communication skills and comfort when speaking, but not to pressure individuals into adopting a “standard” form of English. All varieties of English are valued! We all ‘make mistakes’ when speaking, including L1 speakers of English. Mistakes are necessary for learning. This is a…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: 250 Schmitz Hall (CIRCLE). Accessibility Contact: llc@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Target Audience: Students, Staff, Faculty.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Let's Talk: Drop-in Counseling
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person with support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors hold drop-in hours via videoconference and in-person to provide insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment necessary. We also have dedicated Let’s Talk times if you are needing assistance finding an off-campus provider or if you are a survivor or an international student looking for support.
Learn more about Let's Talk: Link
If you need to speak with a mental health counselor more urgently than the times listed below, please call Husky HelpLine for support at 206.616.7777.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, November 28, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
English Conversation Practice Hour
The UW LLC English Conversation Practice Hours are currently held during winter quarter once per week. All members of the UW community are encouraged to attend: Undergraduate Students , Graduate Students , Staff , Faculty, Students will practice in small groups, with discussions and practice activities guided by an English speaker.
We will do our best to accommodate the diverse interests of the attendees.
This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within our diverse language-learning community. We recognize that although there are reasons to develop English language competencies, the many languages and dialects spoken by our community are of vital importance as well. The goal for these sessions will be to help improve communication skills and comfort when speaking, but not to pressure individuals into adopting a “standard” form of English. All varieties of English are valued! We all ‘make mistakes’ when speaking, including L1 speakers of English. Mistakes are necessary for learning. This is a…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: 250 Schmitz Hall (CIRCLE). Accessibility Contact: llc@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Target Audience: Students, Staff, Faculty.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
CIRCLE of Friends - FIFA Group Draw and Breakfast
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Let's Talk: Drop-in Counseling
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person with support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors hold drop-in hours via videoconference and in-person to provide insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment necessary. We also have dedicated Let’s Talk times if you are needing assistance finding an off-campus provider or if you are a survivor or an international student looking for support.
Learn more about Let's Talk: Link
If you need to speak with a mental health counselor more urgently than the times listed below, please call Husky HelpLine for support at 206.616.7777.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, December 5, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
English Conversation Practice Hour
The UW LLC English Conversation Practice Hours are currently held during winter quarter once per week. All members of the UW community are encouraged to attend: Undergraduate Students , Graduate Students , Staff , Faculty, Students will practice in small groups, with discussions and practice activities guided by an English speaker.
We will do our best to accommodate the diverse interests of the attendees.
This is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and grow within our diverse language-learning community. We recognize that although there are reasons to develop English language competencies, the many languages and dialects spoken by our community are of vital importance as well. The goal for these sessions will be to help improve communication skills and comfort when speaking, but not to pressure individuals into adopting a “standard” form of English. All varieties of English are valued! We all ‘make mistakes’ when speaking, including L1 speakers of English. Mistakes are necessary for learning. This is a…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: 250 Schmitz Hall (CIRCLE). Accessibility Contact: llc@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Target Audience: Students, Staff, Faculty.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Let's Talk: Drop-in Counseling
Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person with support from experienced mental health counselors from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling or psychiatric care.
Mental health counselors hold drop-in hours via videoconference and in-person to provide insight, solutions and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free, and confidential and no appointment necessary. We also have dedicated Let’s Talk times if you are needing assistance finding an off-campus provider or if you are a survivor or an international student looking for support.
Learn more about Let's Talk: Link
If you need to speak with a mental health counselor more urgently than the times listed below, please call Husky HelpLine for support at 206.616.7777.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.