Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Learning Design & Accessibility Drop-In Support (online)
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Construct, enrich, or troubleshoot your online or hybrid course's pedagogy, design, or accessibility! If it involves online learning, we are experts and love to work individually with instructors.
If drop-in office hours are not convenient, please reach out for a consultation using our scheduling form or email Chris Lott <clott@uw.edu>.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99741360792. Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: Chris Lott <clott@uw.edu>.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. DSHS Mobile Office
Office of Student Advocacy & Support
Find out if you're eligible for medical, food, or cash assistance programs. The DSHS mobile office is coming to campus, offering a convenient way to get help and apply onsite in-person. Open to all community members, students, staff, and faculty. Plus FREE Hot Cocoa!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tacoma Paper & Stationary (TPS). Event Types: Special Events. Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: stusuppt@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit cglink.me. Explore UW Tacoma’s Criminal Justice Program (Virtual & In-Person Info Session)
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
This virtual information session is designed for prospective students who are interested in the Criminal Justice (CJ) programs at the University of Washington Tacoma. During the session, participants will learn about the interdisciplinary nature of the CJ curriculum and how the program examines crime, law, and justice through social, legal, and ethical lenses. We will cover program structure, degree pathways, curriculum highlights, and admission requirements to help students plan their academic journey. Topics will include: Overview of the Criminal Justice major and learning outcomes , Degree pathways and program formats , Admission requirements and key timelines , Experiential learning opportunities and student engagement , Resources and next steps for prospective students, There will be time for questions, and attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the CJ program and how it aligns with their academic and career goals. This session is ideal for students exploring criminal justice as a…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma West Coast Grocery (WCG). Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/NXavwAoAR2aUR0zpTuh0XQ. Campus room: 209. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu. Target Audience: Prospective students.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Entrepreneurial Mindset Workshop
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Entrepreneurial Mindset Workshop - Empathy Mapping.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tacoma Paper & Stationary (TPS). Campus room: TPS 104. Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: gfletch@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
ECE Curriculum Committee Meeting - CP 303
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: llavom@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
What Counts: How to Showcase Social Service Experience
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
This interactive workshop is designed for prospective and current BASW, MSW, and Advanced Standing MSW students who want to strengthen their resumes and better articulate their social service experience for academic and professional applications. Participants will learn how to translate paid work, volunteer roles, and internships into strong, field-relevant resume content. The session will also clarify what qualifies as social service experience for BASW and MSW programs and how to present that experience effectively for admissions review. Topics will include: Structuring a resume for social work and criminal justice pathways , Identifying and framing micro, mezzo, and macro-level experience , Common resume pitfalls and how to avoid them , Tips for aligning experience with BASW, MSW, and Advanced Standing admissions expectations, This session is helpful for applicants preparing materials for upcoming application cycles. Registration is required. Zoom details will be shared with registered participants. …
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/arSmKpdCQwKXWVwT0zVKcw. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu. Target Audience: Current and prospective students.
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. ME Committee Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
ME committee meeting - MLG 306 & Zoom.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Campus room: 306. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: crosbg@uw.edu. Target Audience: Faculty.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
MCL Council Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Online. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: chloei@uw.edu.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. IT Curriculum Committee Meeting - CP 303
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: llavom@uw.edu.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
How to Write a Proposal Workshop (Hybrid)
UW Tacoma Office of Research
oin the UW Tacoma Office of Research for a half-day workshop designed to support faculty and research scientists at all career stages. The workshop will cover proposal development essentials, campus resources, and feature a faculty panel sharing practical insights across a range of sponsors and disciplines.
Agenda:
• 1:00 – 1:05 Welcome and introduction (Cheryl Greengrove)
• 1:05 – 1:30 UWTOR: Your Partner in Sponsored Research (Yoko Furukawa)
• 1:30 – 1:45 UWT Statistics Team presentation (Zaher Kmail)
• 1:45 – 1:55 Break / Networking
• 1:55 – 2:55 Essentials of Proposal Development (Kara Luckey)
• 2:55 – 3:25 Crafting Elevator Pitch for your Scholarship
Participants will practice articulating a concise research or scholarly project idea in an elevator-pitch format, drawing on key concepts from the proposal development session. Please come prepared with a draft idea to share.
• 3:25 – 4:00 Panel Discussion (led by Karen Urlie and Kara Luckey)…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/97122709037. Campus room: DOU 260. Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: kddyer@uw.edu. Target Audience: Faculty.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM.
MSIT Curriculum Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: chloei@uw.edu.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Learning Design & Accessibility Drop-In Support (online)
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Construct, enrich, or troubleshoot your online or hybrid course's pedagogy, design, or accessibility! If it involves online learning, we are experts and love to work individually with instructors.
If drop-in office hours are not convenient, please reach out for a consultation using our scheduling form or email Chris Lott <clott@uw.edu>.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99741360792. Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: Chris Lott <clott@uw.edu>.
Friday, January 16, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Last day for Audit grade changes - Winter 2026
Adding/Dropping/Complete Withdrawal
Last day to change to or from audit grade option. A $20 fee may be charged.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Sunday, January 18, 2026.
For more info visit registrar.washington.edu. $75 Late Registration Fee Begins - Winter Quarter
Registration Dates
Late registration fee ($75) is assessed for first-time registration (signing up for a class) for the quarter.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
For more info visit registrar.washington.edu. RD Grade Designation Date - Winter Quarter
Grade Deadlines
RD grade for dropped winter quarter courses begins.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Martin Luther King Jr. 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: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
For more info visit www.washington.edu. Late Course Drop Period - Winter 2026
Adding/Dropping/Complete Withdrawal
Late course drop period. Use of annual drop required. $20 fee assessed.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, January 19, 2026 – Friday, March 13, 2026.
For more info visit registrar.washington.edu. MLK Unity Breakfast
The University of Washington Tacoma and the Black Student Union are excited to bring the community together at its 18th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast. It is a celebration that honors the contributions offered and inspired by Dr. King and provides an opportunity to bring our diverse communities together around a common goal of healing, hopefulness, equity, and justice.
Keynote Speaker: Erika Evans
A Tacoma native, Erika Evans is the newly-elected Seattle City Attorney. She is the first Black person elected to the office. Evans previously served as an assistant U.S. Attorney, where she was the office's Civil Rights Coordinator. She ran for City Attorney on a platform that included implementing a restorative justice model and increasing the prosecution of wage theft. In addition to her undergraduate degree from UW Tacoma, she earned her law degree from Seattle University.
Please join us for a memorable morning with a welcoming community striving to attain Dr. King's dream in our personal and…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Event Types: Ceremonies. Special Events. Accessibility Contact: ebowhite@uw.edu. Target Audience: community members, students, donors, UWT employees.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. UWTea Time Winter Quarter 2026
UW Tacoma International Student Services
UWTea Time is a weekly social gathering hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), open to international students and all members of the UW Tacoma community. Come connect with people from diverse cultures, learn about services offered by the Office of Global Affairs, and take advantage of drop-in advising for both International Students and Study Abroad. You'll also hear about upcoming OGA events and activities while enjoying international snacks and warm beverages like tea and coffee.
🌟 Occassional Special Events at UWTea Time! International and American holiday celebrations , Monthly Universal Yums Box tastings , Arts and crafts activities in collaboration with other departments , And more! These special gatherings make UWTea Time even more exciting and offer a chance to experience diverse traditions and flavors from around the world.
Please register on DUBNET!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: CEI Kitchen (SNO 150). Event Types: Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtiss@uw.edu.
Monday, January 19, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Watch Party: Know Your Rights Presentation with the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project
UW Tacoma Office of Equity & Inclusion
Watch Party: Know Your Rights Presentation with the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project
January 20, 2026 | 12:00-12:45 PM (English), 12:45-1:30 (Spanish) via Zoom, SNO 150a
The Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) will be hosting a virtual Know Your Rights presentation focused on the rights of students, faculty, and staff when encountering immigration agents, as well as recent immigration policy updates. Students, their families, faculty, and administrators are all welcome to attend. Register Here or https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P0ns273ARgyJ5JJ3tj4vwg.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Online Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P0ns273ARgyJ5JJ3tj4vwg. Campus room: CEI - SNO 150a. Event Types: Academics. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources for Students office at 253-692-4508, drsuwt@uw.edu or submit a request at http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 12:00 AM – 1:30 AM.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday in April at 7:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Student Panel: Preparing for a Milgard Career Fair
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
PANELISTS: To be announced
PURPOSE: Student panelists will share their career fair/internship experiences. The event will be open to all students.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: MLG 311. Event Types: Workshops. Student Activities. Conferences. Accessibility Contact: business@uw.edu.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 12:10 PM – 1:30 PM.
MLG 311.
Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Don't Break the Bank: Exploring Lower-Cost Living Options in Retirement
Looking for housing options that fit the retirement budget of you or someone you care for? This online session explores possibilities for living well without overspending. From staying in your current home to relocating or joining a community setting, learn what to consider as you plan your next chapter. You’ll gain insights, practical tips, and creative ideas for navigating retirement living choices without breaking the bank.
Learn more and register here.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: retiremt@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit events.uw.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. AI Community of Practice weekly gathering
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community and are planning all sorts of fun and interesting experimental events - guest speakers, lunch and learn, after-hours events, training, workshops, webinars and more. Ideas welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9684580021. Accessibility Contact: dagibbs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Meetings. Not Specified.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Digital Accessibility Liaisons' Meeting
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Join us as we welcome new and existing Digital Accessibility Liaisons members to our first Community of Practice meeting of the 2025-2026 academic year! This meeting will introduce the purpose of the Digital Accessibility Liaisons, provide an orientation to key resources, and share updates on the University of Washington’s Digital Accessibility efforts across our three campuses and UW Medicine.
Agenda Highlights 10:00 to 10:10 — Opening and Welcome , 10:10 to 10:40 — Learn about UW’s proposed Digital Accessibility Administrative Policy Statement (APS) , 10:40 to 10:45 — Break , 10:45 to 11:10 — Community Partners: Working together to build digital accessibility School of Public Health , UW-IT Accessibility Initiative , , 11:10 to 11:20 — Updates , 11:20 to 11:30 — What’s next & closing message To become a Digital Accessibility Liaison, please visit the Digital Accessibility Liaisons webpage.
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/96052250328. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Meetings. Target Audience: Digital Accessibility Liaisons.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Graduate Programs Fair
TAKE THE NEXT STEPS WITH A GRADUATE DEGREE FROM UW TACOMA
Geared toward all UWT undergraduate students or other prospective students interested in learning more about UWT graduate programs, including: Accounting (MSAcc) , Business Administration (MBA) , Business Analytics (MSBA) , Community Planning (MA) , Computer Science & Systems (MS) , Computer Science & Systems (PhD) , Cybersecurity & Leadership (MCL) , Education (MEd) Practicing Educators (MEd) , K-12 Teacher Certificate (MEd) , , Educational Leadership (EdD) , Electrical & Computer Engineering (MS) , Information Technology (MS) , Nursing (MN) , School Psychology (EdS) , Social Work (MSW) , Software Development Engineering (Certificate).
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Event Types: Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: bhoover@uw.edu.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Global Honors Info Session
UW Tacoma Global Honors
📢 Join Us for the Global Honors Info Session! 📅 Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
📍 Location: MLG (Milgard Hall), ✅ RSVP on Dubnet, Global Honors is UW Tacoma’s interdisciplinary honors program for undergraduate students of all majors, offering small globally themed classes, community‑engaged learning, close faculty mentorship, and enhanced access to funded opportunities. During the session, students will learn about the program’s structure, benefits, and how to get involved. Program Benefits Include: Earn Global Honors distinction on your transcript , Join a close‑knit community of peers , Access the Global Honors Reading Room , Receive supportive mentorship & advising , Get dedicated support for internships, scholarships, conferences, and other special funded opportunities, Program Options: Global Honors Distinction (17–23 credits) , Global Leadership Pathway (13–16 credits) , Global Engagement Microcredentials (8–11 credits) , Minor in Global…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Campus room: MLG 203. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: iige@uw.edu.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Winter Accessibility POP Session 2: Accessibility Checkers
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Today we're focusing on Accessibility Checkers. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 15 to reflect. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished!
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Zoom.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Real Talk: Online Interview with Immigration Attorney Luis Cortez Romero
UW Tacoma Office of Equity & Inclusion
Real Talk: Online Interview with Immigration Attorney Luis Cortez Romero
January 22, 2026 | 12:30-1:30 PM | JOY 117
Students, staff and faculty are welcome to watch Luis Cortes Romero in an interview discussing the impact of changing immigration policy on our communities and how to navigate a challenging landscape. Light refreshments will be provided.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Joy Building (JOY). Campus room: JOY 117. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Information Sessions. Lectures/Seminars. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources for Students office at 253-692-4508, drsuwt@uw.edu or submit a request at http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:30 AM – 1:30 AM.
Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Harnessing accessibility checker tools
This information session will demonstrate basic skills associated with using accessibility checkers to assess whether course materials comply with the updated Americans with Disability Act (ADA) digital accessibility standards.
The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. This event will include live-captioning services. If you need additional disability accommodations, please reach out to the UW Disability Services Office (DSO). When contacting DSO at dso@uw.edu, please share the event details listed in the event registration form.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/99118879215. Accessibility Contact: teaching@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
Zoom.
100+ Years of U.S. Foreign Policy by David Fenner
UW Tacoma Community Partnerships
OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute welcomes David Fenner to the UW Tacoma campus for an insightful lecture: 100+ Years of U.S. Foreign Policy.
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Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Campus room: Milgard Assembly Room. Event Types: Special Events. Lectures/Seminars. Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: ocp@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit keeplearning.uw.edu. MSECE Curriculum Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: chloei@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Student Insurance payment deadline - Winter 2026
Tuition and Fee Deadlines
Student health insurance (ISHIP) payment deadline. Last day to make coverage changes or submit ISHIP waiver. Cancellation of coverage is not allowed after this date. Applies to International Students only.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
For more info visit iship.washington.edu. Tuition payment deadline - Winter 2026
Tuition and Fee Deadlines
Tuition payment deadline for all registered students.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Friday, January 23, 2026.
For more info visit finance.uw.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Info Session | Study Abroad 101
Are you considering studying abroad for the first time? Register for an virtual information session, Study Abroad 101 & Let’s Talk Money, where students can expect to learn about the diverse range of international programs available, the application process, important deadlines, potential scholarships, and the transformative benefits of cultural exchange and global education.
Please register using the event link.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/mekNxoTwQFyjdid1Ohexeg. Accessibility Contact: lilyr3@uw.edu Lily Rosencrantz. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Friday, January 23, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Zoom - Please register using the online meeting link.
Late Tuition Payment Period begins - Winter 2026
Tuition and Fee Deadlines
Late tuition payment period - requires a late payment fee.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, January 26, 2026.
For more info visit finance.uw.edu. Late Course Add Period - Petition - Winter 2026
Adding/Dropping/Complete Withdrawal
Use of Late Add Petition required. Instructor approval required. Entry codes from academic departments required to add courses. $20 registration change fee assessed.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, January 26, 2026 – Friday, March 20, 2026.
For more info visit registrar.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. January Tableau User Group (TUG): Tableau Doctor and Ask Us Anything
For our January TUG, you get two sessions in one: Tableau Doctor (sign-up required) - This is your opportunity to work one-on-one with a Tableau expert to solve technical challenges, review deployments, master advanced tools, and get your vizzes and dashboards in tip-top shape.
We have only 12 slots available. Please sign up to secure your 15-minute time slot. At the appropriate time, the host will route you to your assigned Zoom breakout room. If you cannot access the signup sheet, please email uw_tableau_steering@uw.edu.
, Ask Us Anything (no sign-up required) - Join to ask questions about UW Tableau, UW Groups, Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW), SQL queries, data infrastructure, and/or business intelligence in general. Date: Monday, January 26, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Link: https://washington.zoom.us/my/busintel
UW's Tableau User Group (TUG) is made up of Tableau Desktop users from around the University. Our goal is to facilitate learning and knowledge-sharing about Tableau Desktop and…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/my/busintel. Accessibility Contact: uw_tableau_steering@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Meetings. Workshops.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
https://washington.zoom.us/my/busintel.
Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. TLC Pop-up
UW Tacoma Teaching and Learning Center
Come meet tutors and Writing Center staff to learn more about free tutoring on campus.
TPS Lobby, 12:30-1:30 Husky Hour.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tacoma Paper & Stationary (TPS). Campus room: TPS Lobby. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtteach@uw.edu. Target Audience: students.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
UWTea Time Winter Quarter 2026
UW Tacoma International Student Services
UWTea Time is a weekly social gathering hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), open to international students and all members of the UW Tacoma community. Come connect with people from diverse cultures, learn about services offered by the Office of Global Affairs, and take advantage of drop-in advising for both International Students and Study Abroad. You'll also hear about upcoming OGA events and activities while enjoying international snacks and warm beverages like tea and coffee.
🌟 Occassional Special Events at UWTea Time! International and American holiday celebrations , Monthly Universal Yums Box tastings , Arts and crafts activities in collaboration with other departments , And more! These special gatherings make UWTea Time even more exciting and offer a chance to experience diverse traditions and flavors from around the world.
Please register on DUBNET!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: CEI Kitchen (SNO 150). Event Types: Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtiss@uw.edu.
Monday, January 26, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday in April at 7:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. NextGen Signature Event: Conversation with Andrea Roper (UWT '12), Senior Government Affairs Officer for the City of Tacoma
UW Tacoma Global Honors
NextGen Signature Event: Conversation with UW Tacoma Alumna Andrea Roper, , Senior Government Affairs Officer for the City of Tacoma, 📅 January 27, 2026
⏰ 12:30–1:20 PM
📍 MLG 203
Register on Dubnet
⭐ Attendance of this NextGen Signature Event counts toward the NextGen Micro-Credential! Join us for an engaging and informal conversation with UW Tacoma alumna Andrea Roper, the City of Tacoma’s Senior Government Affairs Officer. In her role, Andrea leads the City’s regional and federal advocacy strategy by building relationships with policymakers, communicating Tacoma’s priorities at the national level, and advancing policy initiatives that strengthen and support the community. She works at the intersection of local needs and federal decision-making, helping bridge the gap between Washington, D.C. and Tacoma. With over a decade of experience working for Washington state’s congressional delegation, Andrea brings deep insight into public service pathways and the mechanics of government relations.…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Campus room: MLG 203. Event Types: Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: iige@uw.edu. Target Audience: Undergraduate Students.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Sail Through Curriculum Review: Design Aligned Learning Objectives with AI
UW Tacoma Library
This is session one of three in the Sail Through Curriculum Review workshop series. Repeat attendance is encouraged but not required. Register (UW email required). Design Aligned Learning Objectives with AI , Critical AI Literacy in the Classroom , Navigating APCC and Areas of Inquiry.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tioga Library Building (TLB). Campus room: TLB 115. Event Types: Academics. Workshops. Accessibility Contact: tacref@uw.edu. Target Audience: Faculty.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Collaborative Accessibility Problem-Solving (CAPS) Meetup
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Join colleagues for this informal networking series with other faculty support partners across the UW system for collaborative problem-solving. We’ll talk about challenges we face and how we can support faculty in accessibility efforts in the coming academic year.
Audience: Faculty support staff across the UW community, instructional designers, communications staff, learning technology staff, administrative staff, librarians
Schedule: 4th Tuesday of each month, 3:00 – 4:00pm
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/94285858851. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Zoom.
Info Session | Study Abroad 101
Are you considering studying abroad for the first time? Register for an virtual information session, Study Abroad 101 & Let’s Talk Money, where students can expect to learn about the diverse range of international programs available, the application process, important deadlines, potential scholarships, and the transformative benefits of cultural exchange and global education.
Please register using the event link.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/QxVHryQQQK-pcHW2NSfGgQ. Accessibility Contact: lilyr3@uw.edu Lily Rosencrantz. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Zoom - Please register using the online meeting link.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. AI Community of Practice weekly gathering
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community and are planning all sorts of fun and interesting experimental events - guest speakers, lunch and learn, after-hours events, training, workshops, webinars and more. Ideas welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9684580021. Accessibility Contact: dagibbs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Meetings. Not Specified.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Insurance Basics: A Guide for Beginners
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Build Your Financial Confidence! Learn about Insurance basics and prepare to be entertained! Corey Wilkens from State Farm makes learning about insurance entertaining, approachable and fun if you can believe it! Learn about:
-How insurance can offer financial safety and peace of mind, -The various kinds of insurance (Home/Renters/Auto/Life/Health, Disability etc.) and what they cover. -At what life stages should you have what kind of insurance and why, -and many more topics! Free event-all is welcome! **Event may be attended in person or join in via Zoom https://washington.zoom.us/j/92693919185, About Corey Wilkins, AgentCorey Wilkins is a 24-year insurance and financial services agent at State Farm Insurance in Tacoma, Washington. He previously worked as a Marketing Rep at Liberty Mutual, and was a Marketing Manager over Washington, Oregon, and Alaska for Kemper Insurance. Corey attended the University of Washington (Seattle) for two years and transferred and graduated from Seattle Pacific University…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92693919185. Campus room: MLG 110. Event Types: Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: Sally Schwartz or Hui Suk So. Target Audience: UWT Students, Staff, Faculty and the Tacoma Community.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Hazmat Drill
UW Tacoma Campus Safety
Drill simulating response to a hazmat emergency in the labs.
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources For Students Office 253-692-4508 or drsuwt@uw.edu. Submit a request at www.tacoma.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Spring Royalty Research Fund (RRF) Info Session (Virtual)
UW Tacoma Office of Research
Please join us to learn about the Royalty Research Fund (RRF) - an excellent opportunity open to faculty across UW campuses that provides one-year awards of up to $40,000 to advance new scholarly directions and creative activities, particularly:
‒in disciplines for which external funding opportunities are minimal;
‒for faculty who are junior in rank; and/or
‒in support of increasing competitiveness for subsequent funding.
The RRF has supported many UW Tacoma faculty in advancing their important work and careers. Join Proposal Development Consultant Kara Luckey for this info session – being held in advance of the RRF’s upcoming March 3rd deadline – to gain insight into how the RRF can support your work, the components of a RRF proposal, and the submission process. Kara will also offer tips for maximizing competitiveness based on advice shared by the RRF Committee Chair, Committee Members and Program Administrator, as well as on Kara’s experiences supporting UWT faculty in preparing successful RRF proposals.…
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/95771188978. Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: kddyer@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Info Session | Study Abroad 101
Are you considering studying abroad for the first time? Register for an virtual information session, Study Abroad 101 & Let’s Talk Money, where students can expect to learn about the diverse range of international programs available, the application process, important deadlines, potential scholarships, and the transformative benefits of cultural exchange and global education.
Please register using the event link.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/niZ2dqZDQEeJSpgFGvp0yA. Accessibility Contact: lilyr3@uw.edu Lily Rosencrantz. Event Types: Information Sessions.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Zoom - Please register using the online meeting link.
Heightened Scrutiny: Film Screening and Q&A with Director
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Free screening of the new acclaimed documentary feature film Heightened Scrutiny, followed by a Q&A with its award-winning director Sam Feder. Light refreshments provided.
Heightened Scrutiny follows Chase Strangio, ACLU attorney and the first out trans person to argue before the Supreme Court, as he fights a high-stakes legal battle to overturn Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. The film exposes the dangerous role of mainstream media in fueling anti-trans legislation, uncovering how biased coverage drives hate, endangers lives, and threatens democracy itself. With insights from journalists like Jelani Cobb, Lydia Polgreen, and Gina Chua, and activists like Laverne Cox, the story dismantles anti-trans disinformation and highlights its devastating real-world impact.
Sam Feder is a Peabody Award-nominated film director and writer. Feder’s films explore the intersection of visibility and politics along the lines of race, class, and gender. Sam directed the award-winning Netflix orig…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Campus room: MLG 110. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: ecsuwt@uw.edu.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 4:45 PM – 7:00 PM.
Heightened Scrutiny Film Screening and Q+A with award-winning filmmaker Sam Feder
UW Tacoma Office of Equity & Inclusion
Heightened Scrutiny Film Screening and Q+A with award-winning filmmaker Sam Feder
January 29, 2026 | 4:45-7:00 PM | William Philip Hall
Heightened Scrutiny follows Chase Strangio, ACLU attorney and the first out trans person to argue before the Supreme Court, as he fights a high-stakes legal battle overturn Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth. The film exposes the dangerous role of mainstream media in fueling anti-trans legislation, uncovering how biased coverage drives hate, endangers how biased coverage drives hate, endangers lives, and threatens democracy itself.
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Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Online Meeting Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXRrTqYxWDqKQnOm_qtBbmCac1aOb6fou5oa2Ta6r1if4YEA/viewform. Campus room: William Philip Hall. Event Types: Academics. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Lectures/Seminars. Workshops. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources for Students office at 253-692-4508, drsuwt@uw.edu or submit a request at http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 4:45 PM – 7:00 PM.
For more info visit docs.google.com. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. VITA
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: 3rd Floor Lobby. Event Types: Workshops. Student Activities. Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: business@uw.edu.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Milgard Hall.
CLSR/MWI Internal Case Competition
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: JOY 215. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: Jwhite15@uw.edu.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – Saturday, January 31, 2026, 5:00 AM.
Center for Leadership and Social Responsibility Internal Case Competition
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Student teams from the University of Washington Tacoma will receive a case study research in a limited period of time. During this period, the teams must identify the most prominent issues facing the company and develop a strategy to address these key issues in order to help companies achieve their goals. Winning strategies require attention to detail, creativity, and business acumen when presenting recommendations. (ref. UCC). Teams will present their findings to a panel of judges. The winning team will advance to the Milgard Invitational Case Competition on Social Responsibility. The presentations are open to the public.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: Joy 215. Event Types: Special Events. Accessibility Contact: clsr@uw.edu.
Friday, January 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Joy 215.
Global Innovation Fund Proposals DUE
UW Tacoma Office of Research
The Office of Global Affairs (OGA) offers seed funding to develop cross-college and cross-continent research collaborations through the Global Innovation Fund (GIF).
Tier 1 Research Awards are for up to $5,000.
Tier 2 Research Awards are for up to $20,000.
The application period opens on December 1, 2025. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.
For more information visit Research Awards – Office of Global Affairs (washington.edu).
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: kddyer@uw.edu.
Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. UWTea Time Winter Quarter 2026
UW Tacoma International Student Services
UWTea Time is a weekly social gathering hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), open to international students and all members of the UW Tacoma community. Come connect with people from diverse cultures, learn about services offered by the Office of Global Affairs, and take advantage of drop-in advising for both International Students and Study Abroad. You'll also hear about upcoming OGA events and activities while enjoying international snacks and warm beverages like tea and coffee.
🌟 Occassional Special Events at UWTea Time! International and American holiday celebrations , Monthly Universal Yums Box tastings , Arts and crafts activities in collaboration with other departments , And more! These special gatherings make UWTea Time even more exciting and offer a chance to experience diverse traditions and flavors from around the world.
Please register on DUBNET!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: CEI Kitchen (SNO 150). Event Types: Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtiss@uw.edu.
Monday, February 2, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday in April at 7:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Interview Strategies
UW Tacoma Career Development
Does interviewing make you nervous?
Unsure of how to prepare for interviews?
Struggle with how to respond to common interview questions?
Join us to learn effective interview strategies to help you become more confident in your interview skills. And learn about our online resource, Stand Out.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Birmingham Hay and Seed (BHS). Campus room: 107. Event Types: Information Sessions. Student Activities. Workshops. Accessibility Contact: tcareer@uw.edu.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit tacomauw.joinhandshake.com. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Full Tuition Due if Withdrawing - Winter 2026
Tuition and Fee Deadlines
Full tuition payment due if withdrawing from the quarter.
Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
For more info visit finance.uw.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. AI Community of Practice weekly gathering
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community and are planning all sorts of fun and interesting experimental events - guest speakers, lunch and learn, after-hours events, training, workshops, webinars and more. Ideas welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9684580021. Accessibility Contact: dagibbs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Meetings. Not Specified.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Black History Month Market & Poetry Slam
UW Tacoma Office of Equity & Inclusion
Celebrate Black History Month with us! Join us for an all-day vendor market open to all. Experience powerful poetry slam performances, live music, and donated giveaways. Come celebrate artists and creators who center diverse Black cultures and voices at UWT!
Featuring Tacoma's 2025-2027 Poet Laureate, Mari Griffin.
11:00 - Market Opens
11:00 - Live DJ
12:30 - 1:30 Poetry Program (Pre-registration required to participate in the Open Mic Portion*)
6:00p - Market Closes
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Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Online Meeting Link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=W9229i_wGkSZoBYqxQYL0gp-mqih_ptFi1qVeEzJvmdUODdGOFJDVkpRQ0oyOVpINEFHMkxHSTZVQS4u. Campus room: William Philip Hall. Event Types: Conferences. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Exhibits. Performances. Special Events. Student Activities. Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources for Students office at 253-692-4508, drsuwt@uw.edu or submit a request at http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit forms.office.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Car Buying 101
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
A 2-Part series Car Buying 101 and 102 with Sound Credit Union. Attend one or both sessions. Will meet on Wed. Feb. 4th and Wed. Feb. 11th. Virtual attendance also available.
The Milgard Center for Financial Wellness and Sound Credit Union invite you to a casual workshop
about buying a car. Join experts from Sound’s Lending team to learn:
• Get a pulse on the current vehicle market
• The checklist to use BEFORE you shop the lot
* Open to all UWT students, staff, faculty and the public! Attend in person or virtually.
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Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/94981891601. Campus room: MLG 110. Event Types: Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: Sally Schwartz or Hui Suk So.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Any Book Book Club
UW Tacoma Library
Any Book Book Club is open to anyone who likes to read! Come together and chat about what you’re reading - scifi, poetry, romance, whatever keeps you turning those pages - let's talk about it!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tioga Library Building (TLB). Campus room: TLB 115. Event Types: Special Events. Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: taclib@uw.edu. Target Audience: Students, Staff, Faculty, Community Members.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Winter Accessibility POP Session 3: Canvas Accessibility Tips
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Today we're focusing on Canvas Accessibility Tips. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 15 to reflect. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished!
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Zoom.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Master of Social Work Info Session
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
This virtual information meeting is for prospective students interested in the Bachelor of Arts in Social Welfare (BASW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs at the University of Washington, Tacoma. During the session, participants will receive an overview of both programs, including their shared foundation in social justice and generalist social work practice, as well as key differences in structure, curriculum, and degree pathways. The goal is to help attendees determine which program best aligns with their academic background and professional goals. Topics will include: Overview of the BASW and MSW programs , Key differences between undergraduate and graduate social work education , Admission requirements and general timelines for each program , Field education expectations and professional preparation , Resources and next steps for prospective students, There will be time for questions, and attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of both pathways and how to plan for a future application. …
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/Qlkm67Y2Qpq9-xRaFZSE9w. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu. Target Audience: Prospective students for the BASW and MSW programs.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Simpson Center Digital Humanities Summer Fellowship Applications DUE
UW Tacoma Office of Research
Digital Humanities Summer Fellowship
7 total fellowship awards will be granted in 2026 (7 fellows will be drawn from faculty and doctoral student funding proposals). Applications considered in the winter funding round only. Note: Applicants must complete the required budget spreadsheet attached below.
Important Dates
Application Dates
Opens: January 5, 2026
Due: February 6, 2026
Funding Term
Summer 2026
Eligibility
UW tenure-track faculty at all ranks.
Faculty who have already received digital humanities summer fellowships may apply again in subsequent years. Projects may be supported over multiple years, but fellows must apply for each summer of support separately.
Collaborative projects are strongly encouraged, and joint applications to this fellowship are welcome. These might take the form, for example, of two faculty members working together, each with a full fellowship, or one faculty member and one doctoral student working together, each with a full fellowship.
Description
Digital Humanities Summer…
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: kddyer@uw.edu.
Friday, February 6, 2026.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. CSS Grad Committee Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma McDonald Smith (MDS). Campus room: MDS 312. Event Types: Meetings. Academics. Accessibility Contact: chloei@uw.edu.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CE Committee Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Campus room: MLG 306. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: crosbg@uw.edu.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. VITA
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: 3rd Floor Lobby. Event Types: Workshops. Student Activities. Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: business@uw.edu.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Milgard Hall.
CSS Curriculum Committee Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: 325. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: llavom@uw.edu.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Faculty Council Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: ncrobles@uw.edu.
Friday, February 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Severe Weather & Landslide Safety
UW Tacoma Campus Safety
Stop by our info table to discuss and learn about landslide risk awareness and storm response planning.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Mattress Factory (MAT). Campus room: The Dawg House. Event Types: Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources For Students Office 253-692-4508 or drsuwt@uw.edu. Submit a request at www.tacoma.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Application Support Hour (Virtual) Feb 9
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
Join us for an Application Support Hour for prospective BASW and MSW applicants as upcoming application deadlines approach. This hybrid drop-in session (in person and on Zoom) provides an opportunity to ask questions, confirm next steps, and get clarification on application components before submitting. Staff will be available to answer general questions about program requirements, materials, and timelines. This session is especially timely for: MSW applicants preparing for the February 15 deadline , BASW applicants planning ahead for the March 15 deadline, This is not an essay review or editing session. For writing support, applicants are encouraged to work with the Writing Center. You don't need to make an appointment. Registration details will be shared in advance. Attendees register once and can choose one or more occurrences to attend, https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
TLC Pop-up
UW Tacoma Teaching and Learning Center
Come meet tutors and Writing Center staff to learn more about free tutoring on campus.
TPS Lobby, 12:30-1:30 Husky Hour.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tacoma Paper & Stationary (TPS). Campus room: TPS Lobby. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtteach@uw.edu. Target Audience: students.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
UWTea Time Winter Quarter 2026
UW Tacoma International Student Services
UWTea Time is a weekly social gathering hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), open to international students and all members of the UW Tacoma community. Come connect with people from diverse cultures, learn about services offered by the Office of Global Affairs, and take advantage of drop-in advising for both International Students and Study Abroad. You'll also hear about upcoming OGA events and activities while enjoying international snacks and warm beverages like tea and coffee.
🌟 Occassional Special Events at UWTea Time! International and American holiday celebrations , Monthly Universal Yums Box tastings , Arts and crafts activities in collaboration with other departments , And more! These special gatherings make UWTea Time even more exciting and offer a chance to experience diverse traditions and flavors from around the world.
Please register on DUBNET!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: CEI Kitchen (SNO 150). Event Types: Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtiss@uw.edu.
Monday, February 9, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday in April at 7:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Application Support Hour (Hybrid) Feb 10
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
Join us for an Application Support Hour for prospective BASW and MSW applicants as upcoming application deadlines approach. This hybrid drop-in session (in person and on Zoom) provides an opportunity to ask questions, confirm next steps, and get clarification on application components before submitting. Staff will be available to answer general questions about program requirements, materials, and timelines. This session is especially timely for: MSW applicants preparing for the February 15 deadline , BASW applicants planning ahead for the March 15 deadline, This is not an essay review or editing session. For writing support, applicants are encouraged to work with the Writing Center. You don't need to make an appointment. Registration details will be shared in advance. Attendees register once and can choose one or more occurrences to attend, https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g. Campus room: WCG 322. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
First-Time Home Buyers: How to Qualify and Apply for a Mortgage
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
BUILD YOUR FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE
This is a Milgard Center for Financial Wellness Event. As a first-time homebuyer, obtaining a mortgage pre-approval can be an important step in the homebuying process. Attend this informative lunch-time presentation from Per Moerkeseth-a mortgage professional at CMG Home loans cover the key steps in securing your first home. Free event!
*This event can be attended in person MLG 110 OR via Zoom at: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98097973830, Topics include:
How to pre-qualify and apply for a mortgage?
What are the major obstacles to getting into your first house?
What is recommended - fixed or adjustable mortgage rate?
For Zoom Participants:
Topic: First Time Homebuyers: How to Apply and Qualify for a Mortgage
Time: Feb 10, 2026 12:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98097973830. Campus room: MLG 110. Event Types: Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: Sally Schwartz. Target Audience: UWT Students, Staff, Faculty and the general community.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. ELEVATE: Scholarship on Purpose & Belonging
UW Tacoma Student Success Events
This event will feature presentations on research and practice around sense of purpose/meaning and sense of belonging in higher education and youth development.
Registration options and more details to be added closer to the event.
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: Megumi DeMond Narita (megumi7@uw.edu). Target Audience: Faculty, Staff.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
TBD.
Coffee, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development
Why do we pay more and more each year for coffee as consumers, yet coffee farmers around the world remain impoverished? Coffee farming and consumption are undergoing large-scale transformation and trends are shifting as climate adaptation takes center stage. Come learn about some of the creative and cycle-breaking agricultural and economic trends within the coffee industry as we consider our role as North American consumers of this tropical commodity crop.
Biography
Livia Petzinger is a Brazilian American, originally from Yakima, WA and works as the Student Sustainability Coordinator at UW Tacoma. A lover and researcher of coffee, her work is grounded in the struggle for justice for food chain workers and the valuable role that food systems play in restoring our relationships with nature.
Free, Live, Open to Everyone (family friendly)
Have a drink, eat some food, win prizes, and learn something new!
COME JOIN US! No registration required.
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Accessibility Contact: Jim Gawel - jimgawel@uw.edu.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
7 Seas Brewery, 2101 Jefferson Ave. Tacoma, WA.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. AI Community of Practice weekly gathering
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community and are planning all sorts of fun and interesting experimental events - guest speakers, lunch and learn, after-hours events, training, workshops, webinars and more. Ideas welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9684580021. Accessibility Contact: dagibbs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Meetings. Not Specified.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Application Support Hour (Hybrid) Feb 11
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
Join us for an Application Support Hour for prospective BASW and MSW applicants as upcoming application deadlines approach. This hybrid drop-in session (in person and on Zoom) provides an opportunity to ask questions, confirm next steps, and get clarification on application components before submitting. Staff will be available to answer general questions about program requirements, materials, and timelines. This session is especially timely for: MSW applicants preparing for the February 15 deadline , BASW applicants planning ahead for the March 15 deadline, This is not an essay review or editing session. For writing support, applicants are encouraged to work with the Writing Center. You don't need to make an appointment. Registration details will be shared in advance. Attendees register once and can choose one or more occurrences to attend, https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g. Campus room: WCG 322. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Car Buying 102
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
A 2-Part series Car Buying 101 and 102 with Sound Credit Union. Attend one or both sessions. Will meet on Wed. Feb. 4th and Wed. Feb. 11th (online attendance also available).
The Milgard Center for Financial Wellness and Sound Credit Union invite you to a casual workshop
about buying a car. Join experts from Sound’s Lending team to learn:
• Get a pulse on the current vehicle market
• The checklist to use BEFORE you shop the lot
* Open to all UWT students, staff, faculty and the public! Attend in person or virtually.
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Time: Feb 11, 2026 12:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98502299353. Campus room: MLG 110. Event Types: Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: Sally Schwartz or Hui Suk So.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Career Planning and Resiliency- Peer Led
UW Tacoma Career Development
This Peer led workshop will focus on strategies and resources to navigate the stress of job searching and ways to maintain mental wellbeing throughout your career planning . We’ll cover resources available to students to reduce the stress in job searching and practical career developmental skills (i.e. resumes/cover letters, interview prep, etc.). Then provide and practice helpful mental health wellness strategies to support wellbeing during the job-hunting period and into the workplace.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Birmingham Hay and Seed (BHS). Campus room: 103. Event Types: Information Sessions. Student Activities. Workshops. Accessibility Contact: tcareer@uw.edu.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit tacomauw.joinhandshake.com. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Winter Accessibility POP Session 4: Simple Alternative text
UW Tacoma Office of Teaching Excellence
Today we're focusing on an important Accessibility Skill: Simple Alternative Text. Our working meetings will have the same structure each time: 15 minutes to learn; 30 minutes to practice; 15 to reflect. You'll leave with 30 minutes of work accomplished!
This will be a virtual event taking place on Zoom and captions will be enabled. This event is intended to be inclusive and accessible. A two-week timeframe is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. Please email ats-events@uw.edu for any accessibility-related requests.
The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or e-mail at dso@uw.edu.
Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Zoom.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Exhibit Reception and Panel Conversation – Window Into Solitary
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Registration Period I - Spring 2026
Registration Dates
Period I registration dates for spring quarter begins in winter quarter.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Thursday, February 12, 2026 – Sunday, March 1, 2026.
For more info visit registrar.washington.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Application Support Hour (Hybrid) Feb 12
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
Join us for an Application Support Hour for prospective BASW and MSW applicants as upcoming application deadlines approach. This hybrid drop-in session (in person and on Zoom) provides an opportunity to ask questions, confirm next steps, and get clarification on application components before submitting. Staff will be available to answer general questions about program requirements, materials, and timelines. This session is especially timely for: MSW applicants preparing for the February 15 deadline , BASW applicants planning ahead for the March 15 deadline, This is not an essay review or editing session. For writing support, applicants are encouraged to work with the Writing Center. You don't need to make an appointment. Registration details will be shared in advance. Attendees register once and can choose one or more occurrences to attend, https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g. Campus room: WCG 322. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Entrepreneurial Mindset Workshop
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tacoma Paper & Stationary (TPS). Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: gfletch@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
ECE Curriculum Committee Meeting - CP 303
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: llavom@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Sail Through Curriculum Review: Critical AI Literacy in the Classroom
UW Tacoma Library
Come learn instructional strategies to communicate about thoughtful, ethical AI use with your students. Attendees will have a chance to discuss participatory policies and workshop course learning objectives with both colleagues and AI tools. This is session two of three in the Sail Through Curriculum Review workshop series. Repeat attendance is encouraged but not required. Register (UW email required). Design Aligned Learning Objectives with AI , Critical AI Literacy in the Classroom , Navigating APCC and Areas of Inquiry.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Tioga Library Building (TLB). Campus room: TLB 115. Event Types: Academics. Workshops. Accessibility Contact: tacref@uw.edu. Target Audience: Faculty.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Finding Funding
UW Tacoma Office of Research
Please join the UWT Office of Research to learn how to use grant and foundation search tools from the Grants Resource Center (GRC), a premium service of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, which provides member institutions with a wealth of federal and private grant information. The workshop will provide an overview of GRC services and resources, including how to do a funding search using GrantSearch and how to set up Faculty Alerts. We will also demonstrate how to search the UW foundation funding database. Come prepared with your questions.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/92407605859. Campus room: BHS 103. Event Types: Workshops. Accessibility Contact: kddyer@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. ME Committee Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
ME committee meeting - MLG 306 & Zoom.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Milgard Hall (MLG). Campus room: 306. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: crosbg@uw.edu. Target Audience: Faculty.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Application Support Hour (Hybrid) Feb 13
UW Tacoma School of Social Work and Criminal Justice
Join us for an Application Support Hour for prospective BASW and MSW applicants as upcoming application deadlines approach. This hybrid drop-in session (in person and on Zoom) provides an opportunity to ask questions, confirm next steps, and get clarification on application components before submitting. Staff will be available to answer general questions about program requirements, materials, and timelines. This session is especially timely for: MSW applicants preparing for the February 15 deadline , BASW applicants planning ahead for the March 15 deadline, This is not an essay review or editing session. For writing support, applicants are encouraged to work with the Writing Center. You don't need to make an appointment. Registration details will be shared in advance. Attendees register once and can choose one or more occurrences to attend, https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/kpUFpAQ9Qqexs3OQ6erl4g. Campus room: WCG 322. Event Types: Academics. Accessibility Contact: swcj@uw.edu.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
VITA
UW Tacoma School of Business (Milgard)
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: 3rd Floor Lobby. Event Types: Workshops. Student Activities. Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: business@uw.edu.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Milgard Hall.
IT Curriculum Committee Meeting - CP 303
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Meetings. Accessibility Contact: llavom@uw.edu.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
MSIT Curriculum Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: chloei@uw.edu.
Friday, February 13, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Presidents' 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: Winter. Event Types: Academics.
Monday, February 16, 2026.
For more info visit www.washington.edu. Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Monday, February 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Monday, February 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. UWTea Time Winter Quarter 2026
UW Tacoma International Student Services
UWTea Time is a weekly social gathering hosted by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), open to international students and all members of the UW Tacoma community. Come connect with people from diverse cultures, learn about services offered by the Office of Global Affairs, and take advantage of drop-in advising for both International Students and Study Abroad. You'll also hear about upcoming OGA events and activities while enjoying international snacks and warm beverages like tea and coffee.
🌟 Occassional Special Events at UWTea Time! International and American holiday celebrations , Monthly Universal Yums Box tastings , Arts and crafts activities in collaboration with other departments , And more! These special gatherings make UWTea Time even more exciting and offer a chance to experience diverse traditions and flavors from around the world.
Please register on DUBNET!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus room: CEI Kitchen (SNO 150). Event Types: Student Activities. Accessibility Contact: uwtiss@uw.edu.
Monday, February 16, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. SET Engineering Week
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Academics. Information Sessions. Accessibility Contact: nowilson@uw.edu.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday in April at 7:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 7:15 AM – 7:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Lunar New Year
UW Tacoma Office of Equity & Inclusion
Lunar New Year
February 17, 2026 | 11 AM-2 PM | William Philip Hall
Join the Center for Equity and Inclusion for a vibrant cultural celebration, learning about the origins and traditions of Lunar New Year! Enjoy refreshments, community resources, and live performances to bring in the Year of the Horse.
Featuring Mok Fai Lion dancers, panelists Dr. Andrew Cho and Dr. Kaitlin Banfill.
Register Here.
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Campus room: William Philip Hall. Event Types: Information Sessions. Performances. Special Events. Student Activities. Ceremonies. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources for Students office at 253-692-4508, drsuwt@uw.edu or submit a request at http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit dubnet.tacoma.uw.edu. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. AI Community of Practice weekly gathering
The UW AI Community of Practice is for everyone! We welcome participation from the entire university, including students. We want to build community and are planning all sorts of fun and interesting experimental events - guest speakers, lunch and learn, after-hours events, training, workshops, webinars and more. Ideas welcomed and encouraged — please share yours! Volunteers appreciated but not expected.
Our objectives:
* Encourage knowledge sharing and education
* Enable collaboration and networking
* Share innovation and research
* Discuss ethical and responsible use of AI
* Community engagement and outreach
Join us anytime for our weekly office hours, and find us online in our Microsoft Team.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/9684580021. Accessibility Contact: dagibbs@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Meetings. Not Specified.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit washington.zoom.us. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Off-Campus Housing Fair
Office of Student Advocacy & Support
Interested in moving near campus but not sure where to start? Visit the housing fair to explore off-campus living, connect with property representatives, & find the keys to your perfect place!
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Event Types: Special Events. Accessibility Contact: stusuppt@uw.edu.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit cglink.me. Drop-in Advising: Meet an Academic Advisor through Zoom
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a pre-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: Online. Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: uwtuaa@uw.edu. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Drop-in Advising: Meet with an Academic Advisor In-Person
UW Tacoma University Academic Advising
Drop-in with a per-major academic advisor! First year and pre-major students only. , First-come, first-served , 15-minute sessions , Prepare by using MyPlan before you meet.
Event interval: Campus location: UW Tacoma Garretson Woodruff Pratt (GWP). Online Meeting Link: https://www.tacoma.uw.edu/advising/drop-advising. Campus room: GWP 102. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Target Audience: Pre-Major Students.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
For more info visit www.tacoma.uw.edu. Girl Day
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma William W. Philip Hall (WPH). Campus room: WPH & MLG. Event Types: Student Activities. Academics. Accessibility Contact: nowilson@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 19, 2026.
Virtual Weight Training Class with The Whole U
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday in April at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom.
You will need two sets of weights at least (5lb - 25lb range) and a chair. This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups. We will finish with core and stretching.
Learn more about this ongoing class and register to attend on The Whole U events page.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: sky0428@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:15 AM – 6:45 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Window Into Solitary Photography Exhibit
UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
Window Into Solitary is a photography exhibition that documents the experiences of seventeen people from across the United States who have spent extensive amounts of time in solitary confinement. Through striking portraits and first-person testimony, it invites us to confront the human cost of isolation while honoring the resilience of those who endured it. Each image is paired with written reflections from participants about their time in solitary and their perspectives on its widespread use across the U.S. carceral system. Together, these stories create a rare window into an often hidden reality and issue an urgent call to end isolation. Produced by Look2Justice and Social Documentary Network/ZEKE Magazine.
On view from February 9–20, 2026, in the Snoqualmie Powerhouse room, located inside the UW Tacoma Library. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–8pm; Fridays 8am–5pm. Free and open to the public.
Opening reception and panel conversation on February 11, from 5:00–7:00 pm, in the exhibit space. Featuring Marriam…
Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Snoqualmie (SNO). Campus room: Snoqualmie Powerhouse. Event Types: Exhibits. Special Events. Student Activities. Diversity Equity Inclusion. Accessibility Contact: For disability accommodation, please contact Emily Thuma at thumae@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Morning mindfulness practice (20 mins)
Description: We gather weekday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom for a short mindfulness practice. We settle in for the first few minutes with light guidance then practice together in silence and end promptly at 9:20. All levels of experience with mindfulness are welcome.
Although we call it Mindfulness @ Work, students are welcome to join us.
For more information, check out our Teams channel: http://tinyurl.com/54hjvh5z
UW NetID required.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93902130437. Accessibility Contact: hstahl@uw.edu. Event Types: Special Events. Not Specified. Workshops. Target Audience: Anyone at the UW interested in checking out mindfulness in a friendly, no-pressure environment.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Daily 15 Minute Movement Break - Yoga and Fitness
These mini movement sessions are great for re-energizing your day. Sessions are open to all levels and will include a mix of strength training, yoga, and cardio.
Join daily or when you can: Mondays - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Tuesdays - 15-minute yoga break , Wednesday - Thursday - 15-minute fitness and strength break , Fridays - 15-minute guided dance break, Join in to start your work strong! No equipment needed. You may want a towel or yoga mat for laying on the floor.
Learn more and register on The Whole U website.
Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: murphyh4@uw.edu. Event Types: Not Specified.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
For more info visit wholeu.admin.washington.edu. Active Threat Drill
UW Tacoma Campus Safety
This classroom-based Active Threat Drill invites students to engage in a guided discussion about how they would respond during a violent intruder scenario on the UW Tacoma campus. The goal is to promote situational awareness, personal preparedness, and critical thinking through peer dialogue and reflection.
Event interval: Single day event. Event Types: Not Specified. Accessibility Contact: Disability Resources For Students Office 253-692-4508 or drsuwt@uw.edu. Submit a request at www.tacoma.edu/UWTDRS/eventaccess.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
MSECE Curriculum Meeting
UW Tacoma School of Engineering and Technology
Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: UW Tacoma Cherry Parkes (CP). Campus room: CP 303. Event Types: Academics. Meetings. Accessibility Contact: chloei@uw.edu.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Active and engaged teaching
This conversation is designed to introduce the core element of active and engaged teaching (see Faculty Code Section 24-32) and showcase instructors who have created active and engaged classes.
The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. This event will include live-captioning services. If you need additional disability accommodations, please reach out to the UW Disability Services Office (DSO). When contacting DSO at dso@uw.edu, please share the event details listed in the event registration form.
Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/93274232685. Accessibility Contact: teaching@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Zoom.