HUSKY PAWKET GUIDE
FROM THE DESK OF DR. DENZIL SUITE
91探花DIVISION OF STUDENT LIFE
Hello Huskies,
To our new students, welcome! And to our returning students, welcome back!
I couldn鈥檛 be more excited to start a new academic year with you. For those of you who are new to the UW, I鈥檓 Denzil Suite, your Vice President for Student Life.
The Division of Student Life is your support team during your time at the UW. From the to 91探花Recreation, from to to the and many more, we鈥檙e here to help you make your Husky Experience the best it can be.听
Student Life is also committed to being an inclusive, welcoming environment to a broad range of backgrounds, lived experiences, values and viewpoints. We know, as do all of our partners around campus, that we all belong here, and we are all stronger when we learn with and from one another.
Starting this week, I鈥檒l be sending you these messages (Pawket Guide 鈥� get it? Anyone?) every other week with quick tips and need-to-know info to help you make the most of your time here. You can also follow us on and to stay in the loop.听
And now, let鈥檚 get started!
Sincerely,
Denzil
W Day is Oct. 10!
Join fellow Dawgs worldwide in a celebration of Purple Pride. Tune in to 91探花social media on Homecoming game day for ways to engage and share your purplest pics on your own socials using #WDay. We鈥檒l be rounding up the best of these stellar snaps on our website!
How many first-year students joined the Husky Family this fall? A) 6,950 B) 7,175 C) 7,225 D) 7,350 Scroll to the bottom to see the answer!QUIZ TIME!
Connections
Join the Body Project
Increase your body satisfaction – join the Body Project! is an evidence-based program designed to increase body acceptance. You’ll confront, discuss and fight against appearance ideals pressed on us by society and social media in small groups of 6-8 people in weekly 1-hour sessions for 4 weeks.
Learn self-defense at the IMA
In a free class designed for everyone 鈥� with a focus on creating a safe and inclusive environment 鈥� you’ll learn about statistics and legalities of self-defense, strategies for avoiding risky situations, and practical techniques like defending against grabs and strikes. Classes are open Oct. 12 and Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.听聽
Celebrating First-gen Huskies
Are you a first-generation student? The College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) wants to hear from you! CAS invites all first-gen Huskies to share their story through videos, pictures, stories and quotes! (Not sure if you鈥檙e first-gen? First-gen students are those whose parents or guardians didn鈥檛 attend or complete college.)
Your health & well-being support teams
, , the and others are here to support your health and well-being so you can make the most out of your Husky Experience!聽
Did you know?:
- offers primary care and more, including sports medicine, physical therapy, OB/GYN, immunizations, travel medicine and nurse advice, plus .
- provides programs focused on health promotion, education and prevention, such as workshops, coaching, events, confidential advocacy, peer groups and more.听
- offers workshops, groups, individual therapy and crisis support at no out-of-pocket cost.
- gives you 24/7 access to same-day, confidential mental health and crisis intervention support.听
Learn more on the 鈥� your go-to spot to see your health and well-being services in one place.
Navigating the UW
The next era of Husky pizza
91探花Dining has ended its partnership with Pagliacci Pizza and is now making pizza in-house. The new pizza program will continue to serve the high-quality ingredients you expect at a more accessible price point聽(save about $1 per slice compared to previous prices!)
See what awaits: ArtSci Roundup
Connect this autumn quarter through an incredible lineup of events, exhibitions, podcasts and more. Engage in thought-provoking talks and boundary-pushing performances, and kick off the academic year with a celebration of bold ideas and creative energy!
Fall exhibits at the Henry
Celebrate fall at the Henry with an evening of bold, boundary-pushing art and vibrant community! On Oct. 3 from 7-9 p.m., you can experience the Henry鈥檚 four new exhibitions, meet the artists, mingle with friends, and enjoy聽music by KEXP DJ Diana Ratsamee.
2025 In-Person Fall Job & Internship Fair
Join the Career & Internship Center at the In-Person Fall Job & Internship Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 11 a.m.听鈥� 2:30 p.m. at the HUB! The fair is open to all majors and years of study and will feature employers representing all industries.
Featured jobs & internships
Looking to build your skills, experience and network? Check out these featured jobs and internships for undergrads and grad students.
Campus Safety
You are not alone. Call SafeCampus at 206-685-7233 鈥� no matter where you work or study 鈥� to anonymously discuss safety and well-being concerns for yourself or others. Caring and trained professionals will share options, help develop individualized safety plans and connect you with additional resources when requested.
B) 7,175. We’re also welcoming 1,650 transfer students this fall!ANSWER