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September 21, 2023

ArtSci Roundup: Kicking the school year off with the Henry Art Gallery, Dawg Daze, and more

Through public events and exhibitions, connect with the UW community every week. This week, attend gallery exhibitions, Dawg Daze events, and more.

As the UW community returns to campus, consider taking advantage of campus perks available to UW employees and students:

  • Free admission to the Henry Art Gallery and Burke Museum
  • Discounted tickets to performances by Meany Center, School of Drama, Department of Dance, School of Music, and more

September 20 – 29 | Dawg Daze, UW Campus

Enjoy one of the University of Washington’s longest-standing traditions. Dawg Daze offers more than 500 events hosted by student organizations and UW departments. Kick off the fall quarter and celebrate a return to campus with can’t-miss recommendations from the College of Arts & Sciences, including:

  • Planetarium shows
  • Art tours
  • Trivia
  • Information sessions

Free | More info


September 29,  7:00 – 9:00 PM | Public Opening: Fall Exhibitions, Henry Art Gallery

Celebrate the Henry’s latest exhibitions: Raúl de Nieves: A window to the see, a spirit star chiming in the wind of wonder…, Kelly Akashi: Encounters, Sophia Al-Maria: Not My Bag, and A/Political Rocks. Be among the first to see the new exhibitions, meet the artists, and enjoy drinks and conversation. Music by KEXP DJ Larry Mizell, Jr.
Free | More info

September 25 – October 2 | School of Music Auditions

2023-24 Strings Auditions / UW Symphony Orchestra
September 25, 2023 to September 27, 2023

Winds/ Brass/ Percussion Fall 2023 Ensemble Auditions
September 25, 2023

2023-24 Choral Placements
September 25, 2023

Winds/ Brass/ Percussion Fall 2023 Ensemble Auditions
September 26, 2023

2023-24 Strings Auditions / Campus Philharmonia Orchestras
September 26, 2023

2023-24 Choral Placements
September 26, 2023

Studio Jazz (Big Band) Ensemble Auditions, Fall 2023 (Trumpets, Trombones, Saxophones)
September 27, 2023

Fall 2023 Studio Jazz Modern Band Auditions
September 28, 2023

Fall 2023 Small Jazz Ensembles (Jazz Combo) Auditions
September 28, 2023

Studio Jazz (Big Band) Ensemble Auditions, Fall 2023 (Piano, Guitar, Bass, Drums)
October 2, 2023

Free | More info


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Have an event that you would like to see featured in the ArtSci Roundup? Connect with Lauren Zondag (zondagld@uw.edu).

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