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  • Intergenerational Wisdom: Healing Forward with Dr. Wilson Edward Reed

    February 5, 2024

    In honor of Black History Month, the Burke Museum has partnered with the PSO DEI committee to host a candid conversation that centers on the elders of the African diaspora, cultural healing modalities, and a shared reflection from Dr. Wilson Edward Reed. He will share how his healing journey from anxiety and depression has evolved since…

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  • Join us for the Winter Wellness Fair - January 26

    December 14, 2023

    The Professional Staff Organization Events Committee is excited to invite staff to our Winter Wellness Fair, in collaboration with UW Recreation. Stop by the Intramural Activities Building (IMA) on January 26, 11am-1pm to meet colleagues and start your year off right. We’ll have... Micro massages Climbing at the Crags Climbing Center Intramural games Access to…

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  • Inclusivity Around The Winter Holiday Season

    November 13, 2023

    Join us for a dynamic committee presentation and group discussion on creating inclusive and joyous holiday celebrations. In a world that embraces diversity, it's essential to ensure our holiday festivities are reflective of the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions within our community. We will explore practical strategies for promoting inclusivity, sharing diverse holiday experiences,…

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  • PSO DEI Lunch & Learn with Dr. Maya Angela Smith, Associate Dean for Equity, Justice, and Inclusion in the College of Arts & Sciences

    October 25, 2023

    The first session in the series will be on October 25 from 12-1 P.M. and feature Dr. Maya Angela Smith, Associate Dean for Equity, Justice, and Inclusion in the College of Arts & Sciences and faculty within French & Italian Studies. Dean Smith is a sociolinguist, and her scholarship broadly focuses on the intersection of racial…

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  • November Lunch & Learn: Office of the Ombud

    October 3, 2023

    The Professional Staff Organization Events Committee is excited to invite you to our November Virtual Lunch & Learn! Join us Thursday, November 16th 12-1pm via Zoom to learn about the Office of the Ombud and their value for Professional Staff at the University of Washington. The Office of the Ombud’s mission is to provide high…

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  • September Social

    August 18, 2023

    The Professional Staff Organization Events Committee is excited to invite you to the September Social! Join us September 12 at Schultzy’s Bar & Grill to meet other professional staff, hear about upcoming PSO events, and celebrate the start of fall! Light appetizers/snacks available while they last, as well as giveaway items! You are welcome to…

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  • 2023 DEI Forum Inspiring Belonging and Creating Community

    April 11, 2023

    The quad is buzzing with tourists, the cherry blossoms have bloomed, and April has officially arrived. The Professional Staff Organization is looking forward to welcoming Husky students, staff, and faculty to join the PSO for the 2023 Annual DEI Forum this Spring. This year is focused on inspiring belonging and creating community. Rickey Hall, Vice…

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  • PSO Spring Celebration - May 17

    April 6, 2023

    The PSO is excited to host the annual Spring Celebration with UW President Ana Mari Cauce on May 17, 3:00–4:00 p.m. The Celebration will be VIRTUAL on Zoom; however, there will be an in-person social at HUB Games following the celebration (4:30-5:30pm) for folks to meet other professional staff! We will have refreshments and PSO gear…

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  • PSO Spring Event Survey Due March 31

    March 21, 2023

    Professional staff are invited to complete a brief survey (<1 minute) to share ideas for an optional in-person social following the Spring Celebration on May 17. Your feedback will help the PSO Events Committee create an engaging in-person event for professional staff to meet one another and celebrate the end of the quarter. The deadline for…

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  • NEW! Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Excellence Award

    March 17, 2023

    By Leyla Salmassi, PSO DEI Committee Member and PSO Past President, and Tiana R. Cole & Russell Hugo, PSO DEI Committee Members. We’re pleased to announce the 2023 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Excellence Award which seeks to highlight Professional Staff currently working at the University of Washington at our Seattle, Tacoma or Bothell…

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