Husky Pawket Guide
From the desk of Dr. Denzil Suite
UW Division of Student Life
Hello Husky,
Congratulations on reaching the end of this academic year! These last few weeks have been difficult, and I know many of us are still feeling a range of emotions as we mourn the devastating killing of Juniper Blessing. If you need support, there are resources listed in the Health & Well-Being section below.
In this year’s final Pawket Guide you’ll also find resources for the coming weeks, including move-out tips and ways you can help incoming Huskies find their footing at the UW. And as always, finals support and study support are available.
Whether you’re graduating or coming back to campus in the fall, you should be proud of your hard work and accomplishments this year. Graduates, I can’t wait to see what you do with everything you’ve learned at the UW. Everyone else, I look forward to seeing you back on campus in September.
Sincerely,
Denzil
P.S. If you need a boost to power your studying, stop by Fuel for Finals on June 4 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for free snacks at Red Square, Mary Gates Hall, Husky Health Center, the HUB and CIRCLE.
Husky Experience
Be a Husky Peer Mentor
Want to help new Huskies find their community and be successful at the UW? Be a Husky Peer Mentor! This new program, launching in autumn quarter, pairs incoming students with current Huskies who can help them navigate life at the UW. You’ll fill out a brief survey and be matched with a new student based on common interests, backgrounds and professional goals. Put your UW knowledge to good use — be a mentor!
QUIZ TIME!
It’s graduation season! What’s the name of the UW’s first graduate?
- Clara McCarty
- Elizabeth McMahon
- Josephine Lander
- Catherine Hansee
Scroll to the bottom to see the answer!
Connections
Grads: Celebrate at the Grad-B-Q!
Class of 2026 grads: you’re invited to the UW Alumni Association’s FREE annual Grad-B-Q! On June 9 from 4:30-7:30 p.m., gather at Sylvan Grove with fellow grads for a BBQ buffet, drinks, music and vibes by DJ Kemyst (an official Seahawks DJ), games and more. Registration is required. Presented by Husky Mobile.
Clean up for move out
If you’re moving out of your place for the summer, make sure you get rid of unwanted items responsibly! HFS residence hall and apartment residents can donate items during SCRAM (aka Student Cleanup, Recycle and Moveout), and Huskies in the North Campus neighborhood can toss unwanted items during the Husky Neighborhood Cleanup.
Rec Class Pass changes
As the end of the year approaches, the Rec Class Pass schedule is changing. The regular Rec Class Pass schedule ends June 5, and the Rec Class Pass finals week schedule begins on June 9. The last day of Rec Classes is June 12. Stop by the IMA to sweat the finals week stress and make the most of your pass!
Health & Well-Being
Support is here when you need it
As our UW community remembers, honors and mourns Juniper Blessing, you may find yourself needing some extra support. The UW is here for you:
- UW Counseling Center: Drop-in sessions via Let’s Talk, pet support through Paws 4 a Break and workshops like Sober Art & Pizza Night on May 29.
- Husky HelpLine: 24/7 confidential mental health and crisis intervention support, available in multiple languages. Call 206-616-7777.
- Husky Assist: On-site behavioral health support for students in crisis on campus. Call 206-543-9331.
- Q Center: Events and programs that facilitate a brave, affirming, liberatory and celebratory environment for students of all sexual and gender orientations, identities and expressions.
- LiveWell Peer Wellness Coaching: One-on-one conversations with trained peers who can support you in learning skills to improve your overall well-being and managing stress.
Navigating the UW
Tips for grads
Are you graduating? We have a couple of tips! 1, Set up email forwarding from your UW account, as you’ll lose access to your UW email in the months following your last quarter of registration. 2, Don’t forget to return your library materials! And 3, sign up for a free one-year UW Alumni Association membership that includes tons of perks, including Libraries borrowing privileges and special UW ticket offers. See more tips
Spend your dining dollars
Your dining dollars are nonrefundable and nontransferable, so make sure you spend them before spring quarter ends! Grab meals at dining halls, treat friends to Cultivate or stock up at District Market. Want to give back? Donate unopened hygiene products or shelf-stable food to the UW Food Pantry to help ensure no Husky goes hungry. For more ideas, check out the blog post. Read the blog
Get healthcare this summer
Sticking around Seattle for summer? Husky Health Center is open for all your healthcare needs that may come up between commencement and Dawg Daze! Whether you’re taking summer quarter classes or just enjoying the PNW on your break, we’ve got you covered. Wear your sunscreen, stay hydrated and call HHC if you need an appointment! Visit Husky Health
Career & Internships
2026 Summer Job & Internship Fair
Join the Career & Internship Center at the Summer Job & Internship Fair on Thursday, June 25 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Mary Gates Hall Commons! The fair is open to all majors and years of study and will feature employers representing all industries.
Featured jobs & internships
Looking to build your skills, experience and network? Check out these featured jobs and internships for undergrads and grad students.
Campus Safety
Learn about safety resources
Recent events have shaken our Husky community. Being there for each other matters more than ever. This can be a good time to review safety resources. From safe rides and safety planning to the UW’s safety app, SafeZone, there are lots of options. Explore available resources, crime prevention tips and more on the UW Safety Resources website.
QUIZ ANSWER
1., Clara McCarty. She was 18 when she earned a Bachelor of Science from the Territorial University of Washington (as the UW was known back then) in June 1876. Her name might ring a bell — McCarty Hall is named for her!