View the UW's response to COVID-19. Our services and staff are available remotely and by phone. Because of the on-going situation, Advising & Orientation sessions have moved to a remote platform. For more information, view our Remote Advising & Orientation Updates page. (updated 5/6/2020)
In line with local and state guidance, we have made the decision to facilitate most A&O sessions remotely this summer. We recognize that this structure is not ideal. However, we believe it will allow you to prepare for your transition to UW.
While the format may be different from other years, the goals of Advising & Orientation remain the same. After attending A&O, you will have registered for classes, discovered campus resources, and started to make connections with the UW community.
Please select your session type to view additional session specific information. For further questions, visit the Frequently Asked Questions webpage.
Session Type: General, Engineering Direct to College, EOP Scholars, Foster Freshman Direct, Honors, UW Academy
All Freshman Two-Day sessions will be facilitated remotely. Remote sessions will be scheduled at specific times on both days of your two-day session. In your reservation confirmation, you will receive a link that will take you to your agenda for the day, along with links to join live presentations and conversations hosted by advisers, faculty members, and orientation leaders (OLs). Sample agendas are now posted on our website.
Like A&O sessions facilitated on campus, remote sessions will allow students to attend workshops and panels hosted by campus experts, register for classes, participate in small group discussions led by OLs, and interact with other first-year students.
Supplies & Equipment Needed:
A personal computer or tablet with internet access to Google applications, video cameras, and sound will be needed to fully participate in a remote session. Accessing your remote A&O on a smartphone device will make it difficult to participate fully. Please also be prepared to appear on camera, actively engage in activities, and take notes during your remote A&O. If you have any questions about accessing your remote A&O session or need help support in preparing for your session, please visit our accommodations website.Additional Connection Opportunities:
The secret to success at UW is to find your community, so our priority is to ensure that you have additional opportunities throughout the summer and autumn to make connections with the UW community. Utilize the Dawg Daze website as your go-to resource for opportunities. Events will be updated in early July.For more information about the program, please visit our Freshman A&O Website.
All International Hybrid sessions will be facilitated in a remote environment (part 1 remote, part 2 remote).
The International Hybrid A&O program will continue and be offered in a remote environment.Part 1: July - Remote
Remote sessions will be scheduled at specific times during your one-day session. You will participate in remote content in the morning of your session date for Part 1 in a live format. In your reservation confirmation, you will receive a link that will take you to your agenda for the day, along with links to join live presentations and conversations hosted by advisers and orientation leaders (OLs). You will also register for classes. Sample agendas are now posted on our website.Engaged in Assigned a Regional Connection Group (August - September)
International students living abroad can stay connected and engaged while preparing to transition to the fall. You will be pre-assigned to a group based on region. Learn MorePart 2: September - Remote
Remote sessions will be scheduled at specific times during your one-day session in September. You will participate in remote content in the morning of your session date for Part 2 in a live format. You will engage in sessions in a remote environment, to ease international student transition, while reconnecting with your orientation leader, and finalizing your fall quarter schedule. Sample agendas are now posted on our website.Supplies & Equipment Needed:
A personal computer or tablet with internet access to and sound will be needed to fully participate in a remote session (part 1). Accessing your remote A&O on a smartphone device will make it difficult to participate fully. Please also be prepared to engage in activities actively and take notes during your remote A&O. If you have any questions about accessing your remote A&O session or need help support in preparing for your session, please visit our accommodations website.Additional Connection Opportunities:
The secret to success at UW is to find your community, so our priority is to ensure that you have additional opportunities throughout the summer and autumn to make connections with the UW community. Utilize the Dawg Daze website as your go-to resource for opportunities. Events will be updated in early July.For more information about the program, please visit our Freshman A&O Website.
Session Type: Late Sept, Make-Up
All freshman 1-day sessions will be facilitated in a remote environment.
Designed for first-year students who cannot engage in summer programming, late September and make-up orientation sessions will be hosted in a remote environment. At the time of your session, you will register for classes, meet your academic adviser, and connect with first-year students in small groups. Sample agendas are now posted on our website.Additional Connection Opportunities:
The secret to success at UW is to find your community, so our priority is to ensure that you have additional opportunities throughout the summer and autumn to make connections with the UW community. Utilize the Dawg Daze website as your go-to resource for opportunities. Events will be updated in early July.For more information about the program, please visit our Freshman A&O Website.
Session Type: General, Summer Admission
All transfer sessions will be facilitated remotely.
Remote sessions will be scheduled at specific times during your one-day session. In your reservation confirmation, you will receive a link that will take you to your agenda for the day, along with links to join live presentations and conversations hosted by advisers, faculty members, and orientation leaders (OLs). Sample agendas are now posted on our website.Like A&O sessions facilitated on campus, remote sessions will allow students to attend workshops and panels hosted by campus experts, register for classes, participate in small group discussions led by OLs, and interact with other first-year students.
Supplies & Equipment Needed:
A personal computer or tablet with internet access to Google applications, video cameras, and sound will be needed to fully participate in a remote session. Accessing your remote A&O on a smartphone device will make it difficult to participate fully. Please also be prepared to appear on camera, actively engage in activities, and take notes during your remote A&O. If you have any questions about accessing your remote A&O session or need help support in preparing your session, please visit our accommodations website.
Additional Connection Opportunities:
The secret to success at UW is to find your community, so our priority is to ensure that you have additional opportunities throughout the summer and autumn to make connections with the UW community. Utilize the Dawg Daze website as your go-to resource for opportunities. Events will be updated in early July.
For more information about the program, please visit our Transfer A&O Website.
Session Type: General, International: Hybrid, Engineering Direct to College, EOP Scholars, Foster Freshman Direct, Honors, UW Academy
All Parent Orientation sessions will be facilitated remotely.
Parent Orientation is available for parents, guardians, and other supporters of freshman, international, and transfer students. The remote facilitation of Parent Orientation intentionally brings together parents and other supporters of first-year students with advisers, faculty, and orientation leaders in a live, online environment. Remote Parent Orientation sessions are scheduled at specific times with participants logging in to meet in small and large chat groups led by advisers, faculty, and OLs. In your reservation confirmation, you will receive a link that will take you to your agenda for the day, along with links to join live presentations and conversations hosted by UW staff and faculty. Sample agendas are now posted on our website.For more information about the program, please visit our Parent Orientation Website.
Additional opportunities to engage with UW will be communicated by the Office of Parent & Family Programs through monthly email newsletters and events throughout the year.
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Seattle, WA 98195-2825
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