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 Reads Book Swap
Join us for a UA Reads Book Swap! Discuss your favorite genres and authors, share pre-loved books with others, and discover new reads.
Please bring at least one book to swap, though you are welcome to bring additional titles to donate to the event. Any remaining books will help launch a mobile UA Reads Book Cart for our Advancement Community.
This event will be during the lunch hour, so please feel free to bring your lunch. There are microwaves on the floor if needed.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower Complex (SFCO). Campus room: UW Tower 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.
L.E.A.D. - Session 12
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, April 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
UA Management Foundation - Session 12
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, April 21, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
UW Advancement: Virtual Career Fair
Join us for our UW Advancement Virtual Career Fair, hosted by University Advancement’s (UA) Recruiting and Employee Engagement team. The Virtual Career Fair will take place virtually over Zoom on Wednesday, April 22 from 12–1 p.m. PST.
During the event, we’ll provide: An overview of UA’s organizational structure, values, job opportunities and recruitment processes. , Individual office hours for one-on-one coaching and learning sessions with a member of our recruiting team.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: University Advancement HR: uahr@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit www.washington.edu. L.E.A.D. - Session 13
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, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.