How to get involved | First Year Programs

Graduate students who are interested in gaining orientation, transition, and retention experience as part of a graduate program requirement or preparation for a career in higher education should complete the following steps to determine if an opportunity exists to collaborate.

Unfortunately, we are not able to provide remuneration (payment, housing, or other benefits) to graduate students who partner with our office.

Explore the FYP website to learn more about our structure and programs. Detailed information can be found on the first-year experience initiatives page.
Based on this information, determine a few opportunities that meet your program requirements or professional development needs.
Contact FYP to schedule a meeting (telephone or in person) with a member of our leadership team to discuss these opportunities. Email fyp@uw.edu to schedule a meeting.
Based on this conversation, submit a brief (1-2 page) proposal for a project. Include specific learning outcomes, timeline, and other information that would help frame the partnership (i.e. graduate program requirements).

First Year Programs

120 Mary Gates Hall Box 352825
Seattle, WA 98195-2825

Hours

Mary Gates Hall 120
Academic Year: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.
Summer: Mon-Thurs 7:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m., Fri 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Winter Break: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Commuter and Transfer Commons (HUB 141)
Academic Year: Mon-Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Breaks & Summers: Closed

Closed during University holidays.

Phone

206-543-4905 (Voice)
206-207-5564 (Text)

Feedback

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First Year Programs fosters a successful undergraduate student experience through strategic programming that focuses on positive academic transitions and the development of learning communities. Through partnerships with faculty, staff, alumni, and student leaders our programs create the space for students to define how they will engage, learn, and thrive at the University of Washington.

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