J-1 Orientation
At this orientation, representatives from UW Study Abroad, International Student Services (ISS), and CIRCLE will share essential information about immigration requirements for J-1 students and student life at the University of Washington. Attendance is required for all new exchange students on a J-1 visa.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Monday, January 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
New Undergraduate Meet & Greet
Whether you are a new or returning international undergraduate, we are here to connect you with resources to help you succeed at UW. From fun events to scholarship opportunities, from immigration requirements to free tutoring services on campus, we want to make sure you are well informed, as you start/resume your UW journey. At this Meet & Greet, you also have the opportunity to connect with current UW students to ask for their tips and make friends.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
New Graduate Student Meet & Greet
Join us for a session designed to introduce key campus resources and provide a welcoming space to connect with fellow international graduate students and CIRCLE staff. We will highlight a range of support services available to international graduate students at UW, including academic and professional resources, social and wellness support, safety information, and opportunities for community building. This Meet & Greet session is hosted by CIRCLE.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Campus room: Schmitz Hall 250. Accessibility Contact: baiziyan@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 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, January 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
CIRCLE of Friends Winter Kick-Off: Global "Casino" Night
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Oak Hall (OAK). Campus room: Denny Room. Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Friday, January 9, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 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, January 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rainbow CIRCLE Meet & Greet
Welcome all international LGBTQ+ students and their friends and allies! Join us for a cozy and casual first gathering of our international queer community, in collaboration with the Q Center and CIRCLE.
We’ll come together in a safe space to: Meet new friends from around the world , Listen & discuss challenges, feelings, and lived experiences , Find support and resources at UW and beyond, Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Location: Schmitz Hall 250
Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/ySnFQwnn64.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Schmitz Hall (SMZ). Accessibility Contact: uwcircle@uw.edu. Event Types: Student Activities.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
UWild X CIRCLE Mt. Rainier Snowshoeing
Mt. Rainier is one of the most beautiful landmark in Washington! Snowshoeing is a great and friendly way to get outside in the winter! No experience is necessary.
If you can hike, you can snowshoe! Transportation, Equipment, and hot cocoa are included. ❄️
Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Waterfront Activities Center
Ticket: $35-$45
Register At: Link
If this event is full, you are welcome to register any other events on the same link too!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Waterfront Activities Center (WAC). Accessibility Contact: ahryan@uw.edu. Event Types: Athletics. Student Activities. Special Events.
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:30 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, January 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, January 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, February 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
UWild X CIRCLE Leavenworth Snowshoeing
Leavenworth, WA, is a charming Bavarian-themed town nestled in the Cascade Mountains.
Snowshoeing is a great and friendly way to get outside in the winter! No experience is necessary.
If you can hike, you can snowshoe! Transportation, Equipment, and hot cocoa are included. ❄️
Date: Sunday, February 28, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Waterfront Activities Center
Ticket: $35-$45
Register At: Link
If this event is full, you are welcome to register any other events on the same link too!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Waterfront Activities Center (WAC). Accessibility Contact: ahryan@uw.edu. Event Types: Athletics. Special Events. Student Activities.
Sunday, February 8, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:30 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, February 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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, March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.