Welcome Table for Advancement's Newest Staff (by invitation)
As one of Advancement’s newest staff members, you’re invited to swing by the People and Culture Welcome Table before Shop Talk on Tuesday, November 10. You’ll find us just outside the HUB Ballroom. Stop by after 1:30 p.m. for your Welcome Table perks—pick up your nametag, grab a snack, meet fellow new staff, and update your UA Passport!
Shop Talk is Advancement’s twice-a-year, department-wide gathering where we hear updates on the campaign, marketing insights, campus partnerships and where we also get to celebrate our colleagues through UA’s formal recognition program.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Campus room: Outside of HUB Ballroom. Accessibility Contact: Sarah Eytinge. Event Types: Meetings. Target Audience: New University Advancement staff under 1 year of service.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
L.E.A.D. Program - Session 4
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 Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Mezzanine, Visitor's Dining Hall. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: FY27 L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. UA Management Foundation - Session 3
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: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:15 PM.
PaC Essentials (Virtual)
Welcome to University Advancement! PaC Essentials is an interactive orientation designed just for new University Advancement employees. In this session, you'll learn about our mission, culture, organizational structure, and priorities, and discover the resources available to support you. You'll also meet colleagues from across the organization and start building the relationships that will help you thrive here.
Joining early in your onboarding will give you the context and connections you need to find your way around Advancement and start contributing in your new role with confidence. Please contact uahr@uw.edu with any questions.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 4
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: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:15 PM.
PaC Essentials (Virtual)
Welcome to University Advancement! PaC Essentials is an interactive orientation designed just for new University Advancement employees. In this session, you'll learn about our mission, culture, organizational structure, and priorities, and discover the resources available to support you. You'll also meet colleagues from across the organization and start building the relationships that will help you thrive here.
Joining early in your onboarding will give you the context and connections you need to find your way around Advancement and start contributing in your new role with confidence. Please contact uahr@uw.edu with any questions.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
L.E.A.D. Program - Session 5
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 Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. UA Management Foundation - Session 5
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: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 6
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: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Tuesday, January 5, 2027, 1:30 PM – 3:15 PM.
L.E.A.D. Program - 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 Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: FY27 L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, January 14, 2027, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. 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: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Tuesday, January 19, 2027, 1:30 PM – 3:15 PM.
L.E.A.D. Program - 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 Building T (UWTT). Campus room: UW Tower, Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: FY27 L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, January 28, 2027, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. 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: Lindsey Friessnig. Event Types: Workshops.
Tuesday, February 2, 2027, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.