Building Resilience to Address Change & Uncertain Times Workshop for Adv Ops Unit
Building Resilience to Address Change & Uncertain Times
In this workshop, Megan Kennedy, Director of the UW Resilience Lab, will introduce resilience-based skills and mindsets that support our capacity to address change and deal with uncertain times. The session will include: An overview of resilience concepts and practices , Experiential components and small group discussions , Time for questions and answers , Resources for ongoing learning and development, Details:
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Tower T-22 Floor, Ravenna Training Room.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Building T (UWTT). Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: Advancement Operations Staff.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
L.E.A.D. - Session 6
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 7
The UA Management Foundations program reflects UA’s commitment to supporting leaders throughout their career journey, and we are pleased to invest in your professional development. The three main components to the program include: Leading at UA, where you will hear from our internal experts and learn how to navigate talent management, recruiting and hiring processes at UA. , Leading Others, where you will practice and hone the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective manager of people. , Leading the Way, where you will deepen your understanding of inclusive management practices and learn practical ways to foster a workplace community.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
HOLD for Be REAL for Advancement -90 minutes timeslot TBD
Thursdays, from _________________p.m. on the following dates:
January 22
January 29
February 5
February 12
February 26
March 6.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Advancement New Staff Welcome
The January 27, 2026 Advancement New Staff Welcome will take place from 9:00–11:30 a.m. in UW Tower’s Washington Commons and is part of Advancement’s New Staff Programming. These Welcome events are held approximately every four months and are a required in-person event for new Advancement staff. Each session is designed to foster connection and shared understanding across the department.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Building S (UWTS). Campus room: Washington Commons. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Meetings. Target Audience: Advancement staff within their first six months of employment with UA.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Advancement Speed Puzzle Challenge
Go for the gold at UA’s first-ever Advancement Speed Puzzle Challenge! Work in a team of 3-4 fellow Advancement Huskies and race the clock to complete as much of a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle as you can in 90 minutes. The fastest competitors will take home prizes and bragging rights.
Event Details
When: Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2026 | 1:30–3:30 p.m.
Where: UW Club (4020 E. Stevens Way NE)
Details: Light snacks and drinks will be provided. Spectators are welcome.
How It Works
All teams will receive the same 500-piece jigsaw puzzle and will have 90 minutes to complete it. The fastest team to complete all 500 pieces is the winner. If no team finishes, judges will count the remaining pieces, and the team with the fewest pieces left wins!
Think you’re UA’s fastest puzzler, or simply want to enjoy some puzzle time? All experience levels are welcome! Register by January 23, 2026. Space is limited, so please register early.
Reach out to uahr@uw.edu with any questions.
P.S. A special thank you to Ravensburger…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: UW Club: 4020 E Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA 98195. Accessibility Contact: Denise Lin. Event Types: Special Events. Target Audience: University Advancement staff.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
UW Club: 4020 E Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA 98195.
For more info visit forms.office.com. L.E.A.D. - Session 7
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 8
The UA Management Foundations program reflects UA’s commitment to supporting leaders throughout their career journey, and we are pleased to invest in your professional development. The three main components to the program include: Leading at UA, where you will hear from our internal experts and learn how to navigate talent management, recruiting and hiring processes at UA. , Leading Others, where you will practice and hone the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective manager of people. , Leading the Way, where you will deepen your understanding of inclusive management practices and learn practical ways to foster a workplace community.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Midday Melodies
Join us for Midday Melodies! Take a break to attend the UW School of Music’s First Wednesday Concert Series on February 4 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.! This event showcases performances by talented students from the UW School of Music.
Meet us at 12 p.m. on the Suzzallo steps and we’ll walk to the Allen Library.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: People and Culture, uahr@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit music.washington.edu. L.E.A.D. - Session 8
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 9
The UA Management Foundations program reflects UA’s commitment to supporting leaders throughout their career journey, and we are pleased to invest in your professional development. The three main components to the program include: Leading at UA, where you will hear from our internal experts and learn how to navigate talent management, recruiting and hiring processes at UA. , Leading Others, where you will practice and hone the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective manager of people. , Leading the Way, where you will deepen your understanding of inclusive management practices and learn practical ways to foster a workplace community.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Advancement Speed Networking (Virtual via Zoom)
Advancement’s Speed Networking events are a great (and fun) way to meet colleagues on different teams, at different campuses or with different areas of focus. Expand your network! Date: Thursday, February 25, 2026
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Held Virtually via Zoom link in registration confirmation.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93762914385. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
L.E.A.D. - Session 9
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
This winter, Advancement continues to partner with the UW Resilience Lab to offer the Be REAL program to University Advancement staff. Be REAL (Resilient Attitudes and Living) is a six-week program that builds well-being through cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness, and compassion practices. Each 90-minute session will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays from February 26 through April 2, 2026.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4496125546. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
UA Book Swap
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Visitors Dining Room. Accessibility Contact: Amanda Moore. Event Types: Not Specified. Target Audience: University Advancement staff.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
This winter, Advancement continues to partner with the UW Resilience Lab to offer the Be REAL program to University Advancement staff. Be REAL (Resilient Attitudes and Living) is a six-week program that builds well-being through cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness, and compassion practices. Each 90-minute session will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays from February 26 through April 2, 2026.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4496125546. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
L.E.A.D. - Session 10
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
This winter, Advancement continues to partner with the UW Resilience Lab to offer the Be REAL program to University Advancement staff. Be REAL (Resilient Attitudes and Living) is a six-week program that builds well-being through cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness, and compassion practices. Each 90-minute session will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays from February 26 through April 2, 2026.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4496125546. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 10
The UA Management Foundations program reflects UA’s commitment to supporting leaders throughout their career journey, and we are pleased to invest in your professional development. The three main components to the program include: Leading at UA, where you will hear from our internal experts and learn how to navigate talent management, recruiting and hiring processes at UA. , Leading Others, where you will practice and hone the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective manager of people. , Leading the Way, where you will deepen your understanding of inclusive management practices and learn practical ways to foster a workplace community.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
This winter, Advancement continues to partner with the UW Resilience Lab to offer the Be REAL program to University Advancement staff. Be REAL (Resilient Attitudes and Living) is a six-week program that builds well-being through cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness, and compassion practices. Each 90-minute session will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays from February 26 through April 2, 2026.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4496125546. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
L.E.A.D. - Session 11
Through class sessions, guest speakers, and applied learning exercises, L.E.A.D. (Learn, Engage, Accelerate and Develop) develops the leadership qualities, skills, and attributes of Advancement's emerging leaders while instilling our organizational values. The L.E.A.D. program meets twice monthly from September through May. L.E.A.D. cohort members are identified through nomination by their direct managers, with the Advancement Executive Strategy Team involved in the final selection. The L.E.A.D. cohort is representative of University Advancement's many units and disciplines.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
This winter, Advancement continues to partner with the UW Resilience Lab to offer the Be REAL program to University Advancement staff. Be REAL (Resilient Attitudes and Living) is a six-week program that builds well-being through cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness, and compassion practices. Each 90-minute session will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays from February 26 through April 2, 2026.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4496125546. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 11
The UA Management Foundations program reflects UA’s commitment to supporting leaders throughout their career journey, and we are pleased to invest in your professional development. The three main components to the program include: Leading at UA, where you will hear from our internal experts and learn how to navigate talent management, recruiting and hiring processes at UA. , Leading Others, where you will practice and hone the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective manager of people. , Leading the Way, where you will deepen your understanding of inclusive management practices and learn practical ways to foster a workplace community.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
This winter, Advancement continues to partner with the UW Resilience Lab to offer the Be REAL program to University Advancement staff. Be REAL (Resilient Attitudes and Living) is a six-week program that builds well-being through cognitive behavioral skills, mindfulness, and compassion practices. Each 90-minute session will be held virtually from 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays from February 26 through April 2, 2026.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/4496125546. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: all Advancement staff.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.