Our goal is to foster meaningful engagement, career readiness and lifelong learning through experiential education.

The Office of Connected Learning bridges classroom education with real-world experiences. We connect students with hands-on opportunities like research, community projects and global learning to enhance their academic journey.

Upcoming events & workshops

Showcase banner: Celebrating our Students' Journeys and Successes

Students talk with a listener and present their research posters

Student Academic Showcase – Submit project by March 20

Scheduled for May 12-14, 2026. The Student Academic Showcase is a campus-wide celebration featuring student learning and research journeys, collaborations, community partners, and networking. This annual event is comprehensive and features students across all academic disciplines. It provides a platform where students can share their achievements and raise awareness on diverse topics from environmental studies to educational improvements. The deadline to submit projects is by March 20, 2026. Learn more and plan ahead for this event!

Transforming Career Development and Experiential Learning Survey

Your perspective matters. We invite you to participate in short student surveys to help shape the future of experiential learning and career development at UW Bothell. Your feedback will directly inform how the new combined organization is structured and how it supports you, as students, in the future. The survey is still open! If you’re were unable to come by in person last week, you can still take the survey on Gather!

How to get involved

Community-Engaged Learning & Research

CELR courses offer hands-on, skill-building experiences where students engage in campus and community projects, applying theory to practice while gaining professional experience and benefiting the public.

Research & Creative Projects for Undergrads

The Research & Creative Projects Office connects undergraduates with hands-on research and creative opportunities, enhancing career prospects and graduate school placement.

Global Initiatives

Global Initiatives advances UW Bothell’s internationalization through study abroad, curriculum globalization, intercultural competence, fellowships, global diversity, local engagement and worldwide partnerships.

Cohorts

Connected Learning encourages you to join a student cohort. Cohorts combine your academic experiences with real-world professional skills required for your future success, while connecting you with other students, faculty, staff, and community partners.

Connected Huskies Database

Find high-impact and experiential learning opportunities curated for UW Bothell students. This directory is growing and includes opportunities for research, merit awards and scholarships, creative projects, study abroad and more.

Experiential scholarships & awards

Experiential scholarships provide financial support for students engaging in hands-on learning opportunities such as research, study abroad, community projects and more. These scholarships can fund current activities or provide additional enrichment.

Questions?

Meet our team and schedule an appointment to get involved or email us at uwbocl@uw.edu.

For up-to-date opportunities check out the Connected Huskies Newsletters on UWB Gather (netID required).