Convocation
Welcome to UW Bothell!
The chancellor’s annual Convocation address is one of University of Washington Bothell’s official ways to welcome you, our new students, into the Husky family.
It is an academic tradition that marks your first steps into our University community and celebrates the beginning of your personal journey at UW Bothell.
To ensure that all new first-year and transfer students — and all members of our community — can watch and listen at a time most convenient for them, the Chancellor’s 2025 Convocation address will be presented via a video, distributed by email to all incoming first-year and transfer students on Monday, Sept. 22.
A link will also be posted here.
Featured Welcome Week Events
What else can you expect during Welcome Week? This series of programming and activities provides students with opportunities to connect, explore and learn more about all that UW Bothell has to offer. Below are a few featured events, but you can find much more on the Welcome Week webpage!
Picture with the Pack
A UW Bothell tradition! All new students gather for a giant photo on the field — and say “W” for the camera!
Monday, Sept. 22, 1 – 1:30 p.m.
UW Bothell Sportsfield
Learn more about Picture with the Pack
Dawg Treats Ice Cream Social
Chill out with free ice cream and meet fellow UW Bothell Huskies of all years, as well as staff and faculty, in a relaxed setting
Monday, Sept. 22, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
The Plaza
Dawg Squad Kick-off (for first-year students only)
Meet up with fellow first-years in your meta-major then join the whole first-year class for fun and games. RSVP requested.
Tuesday, Sept. 23
1:30 – 4:15 p.m.
The Plaza