First Year Programs

Dawg Daze LGBTQ+ Student Guide

A guide for navigating Dawg Daze and finding events that connect with your background, interests, and identities. 

This student-created guide has been made to highlight Dawg Daze events tailored to a specific student population at UW. We believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse community where every student feels welcome and engaged. If you have ideas for additional guides or events that should be featured, please reach out to us at dawgdaze@uw.edu or on the First Year Programs website to provide anonymous feedback. We appreciate your input as we strive to create an enriching and inclusive Dawg Daze experience!  

Click on each event to view details on time and location. 

Suzzallo & Allen Libraries Tour 

The Suzzallo and Allen Libraries is the largest of the 11 libraries on campus.  Its collections and resources cover all disciplines, with unique units like newspapers, government publications, maps, and special collections, including the Pacific Northwest History collection... (more dates and info on the event page) 

One Bus Away: Capitol Hill  

Nestled in between downtown Seattle and the Central District, Capitol Hill is one of Seattle’s most eclectic neighborhoods. A hodgepodge collection of shops, restaurants, rainbow flags, and iconic Seattle venues, Capitol Hill is seen by many as the center for experiencing “the scene.” Explore some of Seattle’s most interesting stores, coffee shops, and more as you take in the culture. What’s more—you can get there in less time than it takes to choose a filter on Instagram (4 minutes from UW Station to Capitol Hill Station via Link light rail!). (more dates on the event page) 

Arts & Crafts/Jewelry Making 

Join Q Center staff for arts & crafts/jewelry making while learning more about our offered programs. 

CD Painting & Collages with Modality 

Come join Modality UW to paint or collage on CDs and create your own decor for your living space! Modality is an RSO that centers BIPOC who identify as LGBTQ+. We are focused on fostering community, creating art, and uplifting the work of QTBIPOC. Join us throughout the year for our workshops, vendor fairs, and community events! 

Gayme Night in the Q Center 

Bring some friends to Gayme Night at the Q Center in the Husky Union Building (HUB).  We’re located on the 3rd floor across from the elevator and to the left of the D Center (Deaf & Disability Center), in suite 315. We’ll have video games going and board games available! The event will begin at 6:30pm and end by 8pm.  All students are welcome! 

Q Center Open House and Info Session 

Join the Q Center staff for an info session about all we have to offer LGBTQIA+ students and community at UW! Learn about our programs and services, free year-round resources available to all students, and what new visions we’re cultivating in what it means to center queer justice and advocacy. If you’re looking for community and spaces to explore your identities, please connect with us! (More times and dates on the event page) 

Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies Info Session & Student Panel   

Please join the Department of Gender; Women & Sexuality Studies for an information session and student panel. Discussion topic and speakers to be announced closer to the event. 

View more events on the Dawg Daze website.