UWAA Volunteer E-news
September 2009

From the Executive Director

Paul Rucker
Paul Rucker

It’s a new era for the University of Washington and the UW Alumni Association is taking a leading role. As your new executive director, I have the opportunity to work alongside University leadership, representing alumni near and far and bringing you even more valuable information and ways to connect back with your University. More.


Volunteer Profile

Tara Brown

Meet Tara Brown, '06
As a student, Finals Bites was Tara Brown's favorite UWAA event to attend. Now, as an alumna, she volunteers for Finals Bites each quarter. "I’m passionate about UW and rave about it whenever I can, so volunteering is actually a perk," Tara says. More.


What's Happening

Incoming students

NEW Volunteer Opportunity:
Dawg Daze

Be a part of the celebration to welcome nearly 7,000 incoming students as Huskies. Dawg Daze provides over 250 programs to help students connect to, explore and get involved in their University community. More.

NEW Volunteer Opportunity: FIUTS
Work as a team with other volunteers at this free weekly Wednesday lunch for international students. Come meet people from around the world, share their culture and learn more about the world's diversity. More.

NEW Volunteer Opportunity: Alumnae Board Fundraiser
Want a volunteer opportunity that combines meeting friendly Dawg fans with raising money for UW student scholarships? Join the UW Alumnae Board for its traditional Leave a Legacy scholarship fundraiser on Homecoming Saturday at Husky Stadium! More.


Join the UWAA

Come join the Husky family and become a UWAA member today! Members enjoy great discounts to retailers such as Costco, services such as T-Mobile and other benefits and career resources that more than pay for the cost of membership. See what we're up to.


Calling All Volunteers

We Need You!
The new school year is right around the corner. Consider coming out to lend a hand at one of these upcoming events. This is super way to stay connected to the UW and you're guaranteed to have fun! More.


Career Volunteers

UWAA/OMA&D Diversity Networking Reception
Jan. 27, 2010, 4:30-6 p.m.
HUB West Ballroom
Volunteer to be a table host and share your career experiences with students interested in your field at the annual Diversity Networking Reception. More.


In Your Own Words

Want to know what it's like to be a UWAA volunteer? See what Noelle Anderson, who helped out at Commencement in June, had to say.


Kudos

Thank you, our volunteers, for your time and commitment to the alumni association and what we do. Your passion and support of this great university, which can't be measured in dollars and cents, is a gift we never take for granted.

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Regional Alumni Groups

Stay connected to the UW wherever you are. Regional alumni groups host events and activities throughout the year and need volunteers. See what's happening near you: