Orientation Leaders
Our Orientation Leaders are here to help you navigate and direct you to the many resources on campus that are there to ease the path to your success. You’ll meet many of them during your orientation session, and the others will be at the front Welcome Desk in UW1 throughout the year to help guide you and answer any question you might have. Stop by to say hi and get to know the friendly faces who are here to help you.
Meet Your Orientation Leaders
Bridget
Pronouns: she/her
Year: Graduated
Major: Math
Why did you choose UWB?
I chose UWB because the quality of the classes is amazing and there is an added bonus of class sizes being smaller, which means there are more resources available for students. I also wanted to come to UWB because the campus is beautiful and the people on campus are very kind and supportive, and I really value the positive and open environment that I found here. I also like the crows on campus.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Husky Hooks & Needles, Math Society.
Gelila
Pronouns: she/her
Year: Senior
Major: Math
Why did you choose UWB?
I chose UWB for the small class sizes, diversity, tight-knit community, and nature-filled campus.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Black Student Union.
Chenla
Pronouns: she/her
Year: Sophomore
Major: Business Administration (TIM)
Why did you choose UWB?
Smaller Classes, Location, Strong interest in Business Technology.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Delta Sigma Pi, OTP.
Ethan
Pronouns he/him
Year: Sophomore
Major: Business Administration – Leadership and Strategic Innovation
Why did you choose UWB?
I chose UWB because I was fond of the smaller class sizes and its navigational atmosphere. Also because it was very local to where I lived.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Cru, UWB Hip Hop.
Kevin
Pronouns he/him
Year: Sophomore
Major: Computer Science and Software Engineering
Why did you choose UWB?
I wanted to be close to home and my family.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
President of All in Coding Club.
Natalia
Pronouns: she/her
Year: Junior
Major: Health Studies
Why did you choose UWB?
I chose UWB because of the smaller professor to student ratio average in the classes. This allows for direct interaction with professors and a more collaborative classroom environment. Additionally, the smaller classroom sizes enhance the sense of community, making it easier to get to know fellow students.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
I am involved in the Orientation and Transitions Program.
Rafferty
Pronouns: he/him
Year: Sophomore
Major: LEPP
Why did you choose UWB?
I really liked the smaller class sizes and wanted to go somewhere relatively close to home.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Tabletop Gaming Club
Tanisha
Pronouns: she/her
Year: Sophomore
Major: Computer Science & Software Engineering
Why did you choose UWB?
I chose the University of Washington, Bothell since I live in Bothell itself, so it’s close to home. I also like the smaller class sizes as it makes it easier to connect with classmates and professors.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Indian Student Association (ISA) and the Orientation Transition Programs (OTP).
Alison
Pronouns: she/her
Year: Sophomore
Major: Media and Communications
Why did you choose UWB?
I chose UWB because of the small tight knit community that if offers.
What clubs/organizations are you in?
Latinx Student Union.