UW Tacoma events and news: Nov.15-19
Catch up on university updates and see what’s happening on and around campus as autumn quarter winds down.
By MJ Cameron
It’s almost the final stretch of autumn quarter, and there’s still plenty happening around campus.
News
On Nov. 9, President Robert J. Jones announced the release of UW’s final written version of the strategic plan, a framework for advancing and strengthening UW’s mission of serving the public good. The plan can be found here on the official UW website.
Events
The Office of Global Affairs hosts Arts at the Armory on Nov. 15 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Students can explore unique artwork, meet local artists and discover their favorite pieces. Registration is available until Nov. 14 at 1 a.m., and information can be found here
On Nov. 16, Associated Students of the University of Washington Tacoma (ASUWT) will host a UW Code of Conduct feedback session in the WIlliam Phillip Hall (WPH) building from noon to 2 p.m in room 101A. Students can register here, or join a Zoom link if they can’t attend in-person. Those who can’t attend either can leave feedback here.
On Nov. 18 from 3-5 p.m., students can join faculty and staff for UW Tacoma’s Data Party. The event will explore findings from two recent surveys from students and alumni. The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) and the National Alumni Career Mobility Survey (NACM). NSSE captures current students’ experiences during college while NACM captures alumni reflections on how their UW Tacoma education has influenced their lives and careers. The event is happening in JOY 110
ASUWT’s Legislative Team is starting their Legislative Advocacy Commission (LAC) meetings on Nov.18 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at KEY 102. Students can learn how to get involved in student advocacy, shape higher education policy and make student voices heard at the local and state levels. The team will introduce LAC’s mission, discuss upcoming advocacy priorities and explore their three subcommittees: Legislative Communications, Field Organizing and Policy Research and Analysis. Registration can be found here.
The Center for Equity and Inclusion (CEI) is having a Trans Day of Remembrance Gathering to remember the gender non-conforming and transgender lives lost to gender based violence and transphobia. The event is happening on Nov. 19 from 4-7 p.m. in the KEY Auditorium. Registration can be found on DubNet.
