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UW Law Taxation LL.M. Information Session (June 8, 2026)

Graduate Programs Interested in advancing your career in tax law? Join us for an informational session on Monday, June 8 to learn more about our Taxation LL.M. program. We’ll cover program structure, flexible full-time and part-time options, curriculum highlights, experiential learning opportunities, and the admissions process. Whether you’re a recent graduate or a working professional, this session is a great chance to see how our practice-oriented program can help you build deep expertise in federal, state and local, international, and estate tax law. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99612214806. Accessibility Contact: ruhlig@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: Prospective Tax LL.M. Students. Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

What Does Law Mean in Crisis? How Crip Feminist Technoscience Will Save Us with Ly Xīnzhèn M. Zhǎngsūn Brown

In a world ablaze with crisis, this lecture explores crip feminist technoscience as a tool for survival and resistance—offering disabled wisdom to reimagine justice, regulate AI, and challenge empire, white supremacy, and late-stage capitalism through a disability justice lens. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: lectures@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Event sponsors: Paul Allen School of Computer Science and Engineering, School of Law, Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology (DO-IT), School of Social Work, Disability Studies Program, Center for Research and Education on Accessible Technology and Experiences (CREATE), The Graduate School. Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Town Hall Seattle. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Memorial Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Spring. Event Types: Academics. Monday, May 25, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

UW Law M.J. Information Session (May 29, 2026)

The Master of Jurisprudence (M.J.) program is designed for non-lawyers who seek a deeper knowledge of law and regulations. This session will provide information about our Master’s degree program, inform candidates about the application process and offer the opportunity for candidates to meet some M.J. program faculty members and staff. Learn more about M.J. Admissions! Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/96559397712. Accessibility Contact: fsaber@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: Prospective M.J. Students. Friday, May 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

2026 UW Law Commencement Reception (June 7, 2026)

The reception will be an opportunity for students to bring their friends and family to the school to enjoy refreshments with staff, faculty and colleagues. Note: Graduates RSVP on Canvas in spring quarter. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: William H. Gates Hall (LAW). Accessibility Contact: lawstudentlife@uw.edu. Event Types: Ceremonies. Special Events. Student Activities. Target Audience: Graduating Law Students. Sunday, June 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. For more info visit www.law.washington.edu.

2026 UW Law Commencement Ceremony (June 8, 2026)

Tickets: Guests will be required to present their Commencement tickets at the door the day of the event. Parking: Bring pre-purchased parking permits with you. Parking is also available for same-day purchases in the E18 lot located north of the arena. Event accommodations: To request disability accommodations for the ceremony, please contact lawstudentlife@uw.edu by Thursday, May 28. Concession stands: Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the southwest concession stands from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. UW Commencement The main UW Commencement ceremony is on June 13, 2026, at Husky Stadium. More information about this event is available from the UW Commencement website. You are welcome to participate in this ceremony, but it is not required. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: lawstudentlife@uw.edu. Event Types: Ceremonies. Special Events. Student Activities. Monday, June 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Alaska Airlines Arena. For more info visit www.law.washington.edu.

Juneteenth

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Summer. Event Types: Academics. Friday, June 19, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Independence Day (Observed)

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Summer. Event Types: Academics. Friday, July 3, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.