[pccgrads] Fwd: Upcoming Events for Graduate Students

[Miriam Bertram via pccgrads]

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*Call for Proposals: Scholars’ Studio *Proposals due: Oct. 20, 2025 by 5
p.m.
In person event: Nov. 20, 2025, 3 - 4 p.m., Seattle campus
Are you a grad student who wants to perfect your presentation skills for a
general audience?  Submit a proposal to give a 5-min. low stakes and fun
lightning talk about your capstone, research, or pedagogy! Scholars’ Studio
is an opportunity to practice communicating your work in front of a
supportive, general audience — without using a lot of technical or academic
jargon. The fall 2025 event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, 3 - 4
p.m., Seattle campus. Send questions to mundtm at uw.edu.
Submit a proposal:
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General information:
*https://grad.uw.edu/news-events/calendars/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D190711357
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* Meet Your People: CIRCLE International Graduate Students
Speed-Friending *Saturday,
October 11, 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Schmitz Hall, Room 250 (*Google Map
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RSVP link: https://forms.office.com/r/aQTYCifwdp
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(Space
is limited)
Looking to make friends outside your program and meet graduate students
from around the world? Join CIRCLE’s Speed-Friending—a fun, low-pressure
way to grow your UW network quickly. In 90 minutes, you’ll rotate through
guided conversations using prompt cards, take a short snack break, and then
meet a new set of people. Come solo or bring a friend—share only what you
feel comfortable with. It’s easy, welcoming, and designed for busy
international graduate students who want meaningful connections. Leave with
study buddies, coffee pals, and future collaborators!
Sponsored by the Center for International Relations & Cultural Leadership
Exchange (CIRCLE). Send questions to Ziyan Bai, CIRCLE Assistant Director
of Graduate Programs & Operations at baiziyan at uw.edu.


* CIRCLE International Graduate Student Bowling Night  *Friday, October 17,
4:00 – 6:00 PM
HUB Bowling Alley (*Good Map
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(Space
is limited)
Take a break from studying and strike up some new friendships! Join us
for Graduate Student Bowling Night, a relaxed and welcoming evening to meet
fellow graduate students. Whether you’re an experienced bowler or just
rolling for fun, enjoy snacks, refreshments, and a stress-free atmosphere
while connecting with peers.
Sponsored by the Center for International Relations & Cultural Leadership
Exchange (CIRCLE). Send questions to Ziyan Bai, CIRCLE Assistant Director
of Graduate Programs & Operations at baiziyan at uw.edu.


* Entrepreneurship for International Graduate Students: Buerk Center
Information Session *Thursday, October 23, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Founders Hall, Room 490 (*Google Map
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Have you ever wondered how entrepreneurship or the startup world could fit
into your research or career plans? Want to meet other like-minded
international graduate students across campus? UW CIRCLE has partnered with
the Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship in the Foster School of Business to
bring you an informational session just for international graduate
students. Learn about the many opportunities available—from classes and
fellowships to startup competitions—that can help you explore
entrepreneurship, sharpen your skills, or even launch your own venture. No
matter your discipline or experience level, the Buerk Center offers ways to
turn curiosity into action. Come discover how entrepreneurial thinking can
power your graduate journey!
Co-sponsored by the Buerk Center for Entrepreneurship and the Center for
International Relations & Cultural Leadership Exchange (CIRCLE). Send
questions to Ziyan Bai, CIRCLE Assistant Director of Graduate Programs &
Operations at baiziyan at uw.edu.
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