Pathways Weeks

January 13 – 31, 2025

Explore Majors. Find Your Passion. Map Your Path.

The Pathways To Academic Engagement is a series of workshops, panels, speakers, mixers, and other events designed to connect you with your major and with campus co-curricular opportunities. Over the three weeks, you’ll have the opportunity to talk with alumni, advisors, professors, career services, industry professionals, and co-curricular programs and services. Pathways is an opportunity to explore majors, find your passion, and map your path.

Pathways Events

Pre-Health Advising Open House

Time: 12:00-12:50pm

Location: UW1-103

Drop by Pre-Health Advising to collect resources, a snack, and maybe even a prize!

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Center for Biotechnology Innovation & Training Seminar

Time: 4:30-6:00pm

Location: DISC-162

Are you interested in a major and/or career in biotechnology? Join us to hear from Snehal Patel, Chief Technical Officer (CTO) at Sana Biotechnology! As the CTO, he leads Process/Analytical Development, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, CMC Regulatory, and Technical Quality for Cell and Gene Therapy. His journey began at San Joaquin Delta Community College, followed by a transition from Computer Science at California State University to a Biology major as a pre-optometry student. His career trajectory started as a manufacturing associate at Genentech, with each step building toward his current leadership role in the biotech industry.

Snacks provided and no RSVP required. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Social Justice Careers Panel

Time: 3:30-5:30pm

Location: North Creek Events Center (NCEC)

Students will listen to UWB alumni involved in social justice careers talk about issues of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. This panel is valuable for those who wish to contribute to positive change in the world by pursuing academic paths related to social justice, human rights, or related fields!

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Academic Success Speed Networking

Time: 11:00am-2:00pm

Location: UW2 Commons

The Academic Learning Commons (ALC) invites you to a speed-networking event! Representatives from the ALC (the Writing & Communication Center, the Quantitative Skills Center, and the Academic Success Coach Program) will be hosting an event where you can rotate through sessions with tutors and staff, play games, and learn how to navigate the major application process while accessing valuable support services. Sit down 1-on-1 or bring a friend. FREE COFFEE & SNACKS!

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Summer Research Unlocked

Time: 2:00-3:00pm

Location: Truly House

Curious about summer research opportunities? “Summer Research Unlocked” is a quick, 1-hour workshop that covers the essentials: where to find programs, tips for a strong application, and strategies to make the most of your experience. Get the insights you need to confidently start your summer research journey and make the most of your application efforts. Perfect for students new to research or looking for a short, impactful guide to summer opportunities! Advance registration requested.

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Careers in Computer Science

Time: 3:30-5:30pm

Location: The Collaboratory (DISC-152)

Join us for a presentation hosted by UWB’s Association for Computer Machinery (ASM) club to explore the 10+ unique and currently high demand Careers in Computer Science. Hear from UWB Alumni, interns, and professors to provide their personal insights and advice!

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Faculty Conversations Mixer

Time: 10:00am-4:00pm

Location: UW2 Commons

Throughout the day, faculty will be hanging out in the UW-2 Commons waiting to have informal chats with students. Find out more about the classroom experience, the degree options, and the field of study from the folks teaching the classes! Sit down 1-on-1 or bring a buddy. FREE COFFEE!

We’ll have faculty representing:

  • Arts & Media
    • [faculty times coming soon!]
  • Business & Policy
    • [faculty times coming soon!]
  • Education & Society
    • [faculty times coming soon!]
  • Health & Natural Sciences
    • [faculty times coming soon!]
  • Technology & Engineering
    • [faculty times coming soon!]

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Getting Experience in Health – a professional panel

Time: 4:30-5:30pm

Location: UW1-220

Hear from contacts with local health organizations on the benefits of and ways to get experience in health through involvement in their programs.

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What is Your Digital Superpower?

Time: 11:30-12:30pm

Location: Collaboratory (DISC-152)

This event helps students uncover their “digital superpower” through a quick personality quiz. The superpowers align with skills and topics covered in the Digital Scholars program, like data visualization, project management, and marketing. Come have fun and learn more about Digital Scholars! The application deadline is February 14th.

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Build Your Network and Fuel Your Job Search in Health

Time: 3:30-4:30pm

Location: UW1-110

For those EXPLORING careers in healthcare – let’s talk about tools available to help fuel your search that will allow you to build a professional network along the way. The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will share methods for finding job ideas and building human resources to bolster your success with a strong mentor network in health.

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Career Networking Mixer

Time: 6:00-8:00pm

Location: UW2-Commons

Hosted by Career Services, this is an informal career conversation mixer for students exploring different career pathways within meta-majors. Students will have the opportunity to talk with recruiters, students, or alumni to learn more about pathways and fields in this meta major and practice networking skills, learn more about career paths and build connections.

No preparation is needed to attend, but question prompt cards will be available to help generate discussion with questions such as:

  • What do you think is most important for students to know?
  • What interested you in this field and/or career?
  • Tell me more about yourself and your role?
  • How did you find a fit within this industry?
  • What advice do you have for someone considering this pathway?

While our guest list will continue to grow throughout December and January, as of the end of Fall quarter the following have confirmed:

  • Brien Houston, Customer Success Associate, Pitchbook (LinkedIn)
  • Tom Hults, Housing Assessor, King County
  • Kerrie Scott, Regional Recruiter, Fastenal (LinkedIn)

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UW MEDEX Physician Assistant Program Info Session

Time: 10:30-11:30am

Location: UW1-102

Kalee Warnimont of the UW Medicine MEDEX Northwest Physician Assistant Program will present information and address questions about their program and its application process.For those EXPLORING careers in healthcare – let’s talk about tools available to help fuel your search that will allow you to build a professional network along the way. The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will share methods for finding job ideas and building human resources to bolster your success with a strong mentor network in health.

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Chemistry Careers Panel

Time: 1:30-2:30pm

Location: UW2-040

Join the Department of Chemistry for every Friday at 1:30pm in UW2-040 this month for a brief chemistry seminar, where a speaker or panel will share their research and their career path.

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Abductors Clinic

Time: 3-5pm

Location: TBA

Sponsored by the Pre-Med Club, this clinic will introduce you to the amazing world of abductors! Join your peers as we learn about abductor muscles, common injuries, and techniques for strengthening and treating abductor dysfunctions.

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Careers in Cybersecurity Industry Panel

Time: TBA

Location: TBA

Hosted by UWB’s Women in Cybersecurity Student Chapter, this panel event is an amazing opportunity to learn about the wide range of opportunities and career available in cybersecurity. Hear from industry professionals and get your questions answered!

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Environment, Climate & Sustainability Careers Panel & Mixer

Time: TBA

Location: TBA

This panel and mixer event is an amazing opportunity to learn about the wide range of opportunities and careers available in environmental, climate and sustainability fields. Hear from industry professionals and get your questions answered.

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Interaction Design Association (Tabling Event)

Time: 11:00-1:00pm

Location: TBA

Tabling, meet the IxDA Officers, learn about what interaction design is, and what events IxDA will be hosting this quarter! 

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Careers in Education Panel

Time: 3:30-5:00pm

Location: TBA

This panel event is an amazing opportunity to learn about the wide range of opportunities and careers available in educational fields. Hear from industry professionals and get your questions answered!

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Journalistic Storytelling Workshop

Time: 11:00-1:00pm

Location: Collaboratory (DISC-152)

Join The Husky Herald for an hour-long Journalistic Storytelling Workshop to introduce students to beginning reporting skills and genres, with a fun activity to practice the skills that will be taught. Additionally, we will share information about how to get involved with Student Media platforms on campus. There will be light refreshments provided.

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ACM’s Mock Interview Event – Part 1 (Technical Interviews)

Time: TBA

Location: TBA

Hosted by UWB’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), this Mock Interview event will help prepare you for “Technical Interviews” as you begin seeking internships and jobs in Computer Science. ACM will hold a Part 2 focused on Behavioral Interviews on 1/30.

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Careers in Business Panel

Time: 3:30-5:30pm

Location: DISC-162

This panel event is an amazing opportunity to learn about the wide range of opportunities and careers available in business fields. Hear from industry professionals and get your questions answered!

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Environment, Climate & Sustainability Careers Panel & Mixer

Time: 3:30-5:30pm

Location: TBA

This panel and mixer event is an amazing opportunity to learn about the wide range of opportunities and careers available in environmental, climate and sustainability fields. Hear from industry professionals and get your questions answered!

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Biotech, Health, & Science Fair Preparation

Time: 12:00-1:00pm

Location: UW1-110 or via Zoom

Why should you attend the upcoming UW Bothell Biotech, Health, & Science Fair? How can you prepare to make the most of the experience? The Health Professions & Natural Science Pathways Manager will answer those questions and set you up for success when you attend the fair!

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Health Studies Panel and Mixer

Time: 3:00-4:30pm

Location: UW1-102

Do you believe that health is a human right? Health Studies offers both a major and a minor that can direct your path towards a career in public health, global health, health management and administration, nonprofit services, community organizing, mental health services, and health care outreach. Join us for an informal panel followed by an opportunity to engage in conversation about the degree programs with faculty, advisors, career services, and current Health Studies students. Come enjoy light refreshments while igniting your passion to improve health outcomes for individuals and communities!

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Chemistry Careers Panel

Time: 1:30-2:30pm

Location: UW2-040

Join the Department of Chemistry for every Friday at 1:30pm in UW2-040 this month for a brief chemistry seminar, where a speaker or panel will share their research and their career path.

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A.I. For Good Panel

Time: TBA

Location: TBA

This panel event is an amazing opportunity to learn about the wide range of opportunities and careers available in A.I. fields. Hear from industry professionals and get your questions answered!

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Find Your Path with Community Engagement

Time: 11:00am-12:15pm

Location: Truly House

Would you like to become involved in community engagement? This workshop will walk you through how to assess your interests and find community opportunities to engage with community on and off campus that match. You will learn more about Community Engaged Learning and Research Courses, Connected Huskies Database, and Cohort Programs all under Office of Connected Learning. We will talk about the benefits of these programs and how to apply/register for them and when the best time will be to during your time at UW Bothell. Advance registration requested.

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Health Careers Experiential Preparation Panel

Time: 4:30-5:30pm

Location: UW1-220

Hear from alumni who have prepared for their career/graduate school paths with various co-curricular activities.

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Biotech, Health & Science Career Fair

Time: 10:00am-12:00pm

Location: TBA

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ACM’s Mock Interview Event – Part 1 (Behavioral Interviews)

Time: TBA

Location: TBA

Hosted by UWB’s Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), this Mock Interview event will help prepare you for “Behavioral Interviews” as you begin seeking internships and jobs in Computer Science.

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Chemistry Careers Panel

Time: 1:30-2:30pm

Location: UW2-040

Join the Department of Chemistry for every Friday at 1:30pm in UW2-040 this month for a brief chemistry seminar, where a speaker or panel will share their research and their career path.

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Meta Major Pathways Introduction

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