Advancement's Cozy Craft Pumpkin Lounge
Take a creative autumn break at Advancement’s Cozy Craft Pumpkin Lounge!
Join us as we gather to decorate mini pumpkins, sip cider, enjoy popcorn, and connect with colleagues. Supplies and snacks are provided—just bring your creativity!
Location: Tower’s Visitors Dining Room (Mezzanine level)
Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Contact: People and Culture at uahr@uw.edu with any questions!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tower. Campus room: Tower's Visitors Dining Room (Mezzanine level). Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: University Advancement staff.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
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: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 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 November 5 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.! This event showcases performances by talented students from the UW School of Music.
Meet us at 12:15 p.m. on the Suzzallo steps and we’ll walk to the Allen Library as a group.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: People and Culture, uahr@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit music.washington.edu. Be REAL Session for Advancement
We continue to partner with the UW Resilience Lab this fall to offer Be REAL 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 in HUB Room 307 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the following dates: October 1, 8, 15, 22, November 5 and 12 (no class Wednesday, October 29) , October 15 session will be held in HUB Room 238.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: University Advancement staff.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Safe, Secure and Supported Training Part I (November 5)
The People and Culture team is offering a second session of Safe, Secure and Supported Training Part I: Individual Skill Development on November 5, 2025.
Safe, Secure and Supported Training Part I is designed to help us collectively build a workplace where everyone feels respected, safe, and supported. This session will offer practical strategies to navigate difficult interactions with care and confidence, while strengthening a culture of trust and accountability. Part II will be provided in early 2026 with an additional focus on community intervention practices.
Registration Required
Please register for the 90-minute training session on the Advancement Learning Platform (ALP).
Training Content Notice
The content of this training will include discussing identity-based harm and sexual harassment. The trainer will allude to other forms of violence but will not discuss them in detail. We will do our best to make a learning space where we can engage bravely, empathetically and thoughtfully with this…
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: University Advancement Staff.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Bites of Advancement Potluck
As the season of gratitude approaches, we’re excited to invite you to a special gathering that celebrates the heart of our community: you! Join us for Bites of Advancement, a University Advancement potluck lunch where we’ll share delicious food, good company, and the spirit of giving thanks. Date: Wednesday, November 12th , Time: 12 – 1pm , Location: North Dining Room, UW Tower, Whether it’s your signature dish, a store-bought favorite, or a seasonal treat, we’d love for you to bring something to share. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, reflect, and enjoy the warmth of our Advancement community. Please RSVP here via Microsoft Forms and let us know what you plan to bring.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: University Of Washington Tower Building O (UWTO). Campus room: North Cafeteria, UW Tower. Accessibility Contact: Sarah Eytinge. Event Types: Meetings.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Be REAL Session for Advancement
We continue to partner with the UW Resilience Lab this fall to offer Be REAL 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 in HUB Room 307 from 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the following dates: October 1, 8, 15, 22, November 5 and 12 (no class Wednesday, October 29) , October 15 session will be held in HUB Room 238.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Student Union Building (HUB). Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: University Advancement staff.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
L.E.A.D. - 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. Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Passport Qtrly Meet-up: Indigenous Walking Tour
UW student-led Indigenous Walking Tour is for our newest Advancement staff in the UA Connects Passport program. This guided tour offers a chance to experience the UW campus through Indigenous perspectives, highlighting the histories, stories, and ongoing connections of the Coast Salish peoples to the land we share.
As part of your first year in Advancement, you’ll add another stop to your UA Passport journey and keep your momentum going!
Event Details
Date: Thursday, November 13
Time: 2:25 – 4:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Bronze Paddles in front of the Burke Museum
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes and weather-ready clothing.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: In front of Burke Museum. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Target Audience: New University Advancement staff under 1 year of service.
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:30 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: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Advancement New Staff Welcome
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Washington Commons. Accessibility Contact: Kelly Miles. Event Types: Meetings.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Sugar & Spice Soiree
Let’s wrap up the year with something sweet! You’re invited to our Sugar & Spice Soirée, a University Advancement cookie swap that’s all about celebrating the season through cookies, connection and community.
Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Time: 3–4 p.m.
Location: Petersen Room, Suzzallo Library
Here’s how it works: Bring two dozen cookies (homemade or store-bought) , You’ll get to take home two dozen cookies from the swap , Not planning to swap? No worries, we’ll have extra cookies so everyone can enjoy Whether you’re a baker, a buyer or just a cookie enthusiast, we’d love for you to join us for this sweet celebration. Please RSVP here: [Insert RSVP Link]
Let’s end the year on a high note — with sugar, spice and a dash of holiday cheer!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Petersen Room. Accessibility Contact: Sarah Eytinge. Event Types: Special Events.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
L.E.A.D. - 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. Campus room: Floor 22, Magnolia Conference Room. Accessibility Contact: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: L.E.A.D. Cohort.
Thursday, December 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
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: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 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: Amy Bowers. Event Types: Workshops. Target Audience: UA Supervisors (invite only).
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
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: University Of Washington 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. 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.