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<b>Call for Proposals: Scholars’ Studio<br>
</b>Proposals due: Oct. 20, 2025 by 5 p.m.<br>
In person event: Nov. 20, 2025, 3 - 4 p.m., Seattle campus </div>
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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 <a href="mailto:mundtm@uw.edu" target="_blank">mundtm@uw.edu</a>. </div>
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<span style="color:black">Submit a proposal: <br>
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<span style="color:black">General information:<br>
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Meet Your People: CIRCLE International Graduate Students Speed-Friending<br>
</b>Saturday, October 11, 3:00 – 4:30 PM<br>
Schmitz Hall, Room 250 (</span><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><u><a title="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/maps.app.goo.gl/uCAxF4LWy2XxxiTT8__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jEHFXBeq4aihNNxhUq8Rl7m_hTKdmQsx0Kayhkw0AyvkhxE-PtPUuKYB1eRbPwYpGDjiHRgrekE$" id="m_5661202916269076793OWAc02ecc51-1b14-24d6-4849-483eb5cd998e" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/maps.app.goo.gl/uCAxF4LWy2XxxiTT8__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jEHFXBeq4aihNNxhUq8Rl7m_hTKdmQsx0Kayhkw0AyvkhxE-PtPUuKYB1eRbPwYpGDjiHRgrekE$" target="_blank">Google
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RSVP link: </span><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><a title="https://forms.office.com/r/aQTYCifwdp" id="m_5661202916269076793OWA644a35dc-8321-d358-e965-3d8065643605" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forms.office.com/r/aQTYCifwdp__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!kg3Y1bE3igGME5IfUqJtuHtUq0OWbdanM4mJZQuFNGTxHwkXxtZgLLn13_zs_9u525Dnfj5cZkTT$" target="_blank">https://forms.office.com/r/aQTYCifwdp</a></span><span style="color:black"> (Space
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Looking to make friends outside your program and meet graduate students from around the world? Join CIRCLE’s Speed-Friending—a fun, low-pressure way to grow your UW network quickly. In 90 minutes, you’ll rotate through guided conversations using prompt cards,
take a short snack break, and then meet a new set of people. Come solo or bring a friend—share only what you feel comfortable with. It’s easy, welcoming, and designed for busy international graduate students who want meaningful connections. Leave with study
buddies, coffee pals, and future collaborators!</div>
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<span style="color:black">Sponsored by the Center for International Relations & Cultural Leadership Exchange (CIRCLE). Send questions to Ziyan Bai, CIRCLE Assistant Director of Graduate Programs & Operations at <a href="mailto:baiziyan@uw.edu" target="_blank">baiziyan@uw.edu</a>.<b><br>
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CIRCLE International Graduate Student Bowling Night <br>
</b>Friday, October 17, 4:00 – 6:00 PM <br>
HUB Bowling Alley (</span><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><u><a title="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/maps.app.goo.gl/mL7cSvZ56ubYuZWi6__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jEHFXBeq4aihNNxhUq8Rl7m_hTKdmQsx0Kayhkw0AyvkhxE-PtPUuKYB1eRbPwYpGDjitAXDCJ4$" id="m_5661202916269076793OWAda1d754e-8d90-0e22-35c9-c91ba4634b3f" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/maps.app.goo.gl/mL7cSvZ56ubYuZWi6__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jEHFXBeq4aihNNxhUq8Rl7m_hTKdmQsx0Kayhkw0AyvkhxE-PtPUuKYB1eRbPwYpGDjitAXDCJ4$" target="_blank">Good
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RSVP: </span><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><a title="https://forms.office.com/r/4Vkx7rek1Q" id="m_5661202916269076793OWA1bfda4ac-3011-b4c2-bc4c-28c7583e2e2b" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://forms.office.com/r/4Vkx7rek1Q__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!kg3Y1bE3igGME5IfUqJtuHtUq0OWbdanM4mJZQuFNGTxHwkXxtZgLLn13_zs_9u525Dnfp4nuqcS$" target="_blank">https://forms.office.com/r/4Vkx7rek1Q</a></span><span style="color:black"> (Space
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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. </div>
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<span style="color:black">Sponsored by the Center for International Relations & Cultural Leadership Exchange (CIRCLE). Send questions to Ziyan Bai, CIRCLE Assistant Director of Graduate Programs & Operations at <a href="mailto:baiziyan@uw.edu" target="_blank">baiziyan@uw.edu</a>.<br>
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Entrepreneurship for International Graduate Students: Buerk Center Information Session<br>
</b>Thursday, October 23, 2:00 – 3:00 PM <b><br>
</b>Founders Hall, Room 490 (</span><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><u><a title="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/maps.app.goo.gl/SVXs7ku9mBZP1x1e6__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jEHFXBeq4aihNNxhUq8Rl7m_hTKdmQsx0Kayhkw0AyvkhxE-PtPUuKYB1eRbPwYpGDji7zs2eEc$" id="m_5661202916269076793OWAec8c0ead-7862-3ef1-cb46-5958016988e5" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/maps.app.goo.gl/SVXs7ku9mBZP1x1e6__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jEHFXBeq4aihNNxhUq8Rl7m_hTKdmQsx0Kayhkw0AyvkhxE-PtPUuKYB1eRbPwYpGDji7zs2eEc$" target="_blank">Google
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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!</div>
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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 <a href="mailto:baiziyan@uw.edu" target="_blank">baiziyan@uw.edu</a>. </div>
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