Inside Scoop: From the Desk
of Chuck Blumenfeld

Chuck Blumenfeld

It took nearly a year but earlier this month the National Bureau of Economic Research confirmed what many of us already knew: the U.S. economy is in a recession. Not the cheeriest of news for this time of year. So knowing that our 10th annual Career Discovery Week is right around the corner (Jan. 26-30) may be particularly helpful to you in these uncertain economic times. More ...

Volunteer Profile

Will Rasmussen

Meet Will Rasmussen
Will Rasmussen, ’02, ’06, doesn't let his Portland roots prevent him from wearing purple and gold. “Being a Husky can be hard in Portland,” says the UWAA Columbia River chapter president and UWAA Board of Trustee geographic representative. “It is always comforting to have a bunch of friends around wearing purple and gold on game day.” More ...

What's Happening

Get Ready for Career Discovery Week
Our 10th Annual Career Discovery Week, Jan. 26-30, includes panel discussions, workshops, networking events and more to help alumni and students find careers that matter to them. Learn more.

Want to talk about your career? Be a table host at the Careerpalooza on Jan. 15, from 4-6 p.m. Hosts will share their work experience with students in a small group setting and assist them with career exploration. See a list of fields and sign up now.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
Make your day off a day on by joining a project that benefits the community. Sign up for the service of your choice, then attend a kick-off rally before working a volunteer shift from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find a project and register now. For more information, e-mail mlkjr@u.washington.edu or contact Matthew at the Carlson Center at 206-685-0604.

We Need Career Contacts!
Want to make a difference in a student’s life? Consider becoming a career contact with Husky Career Network. Help students develop a better understanding of possible career directions by sharing your professional experiences. If someone has ever reached out to you, or you wish someone had, you know how valuable this kind of exchange can be. Interested? Contact us.

Calling All Volunteers

History Lecture Series (5 Tuesdays, Jan. 20-Feb. 17)
Volunteer your time and enjoy a look at how seven popes confronted a world in flux. Learn more.

Allen L. Edwards Psychology Lecture Series (3 Wednesdays, Feb. 18-March 4)
Volunteer your time and get valuable insights on topical subjects. Learn more.

See more volunteer opportunities and come join the fun!