Formal Events:

• August 20 (Wednesday) at 3:00 PM – Graduation Rehearsal & Wall Signing at MHCI+D Studio Staff will guide students through a dry run of the commencement ceremony followed by the annual (and final!) wall signing at the current Studio.
• August 21 (Thursday) at 3:00 PM – Capstone Showcase at Zillow Commons This exhibition is a celebration of creativity and highlights a diverse array of projects completed over three quarters of work from our talented Class of 2025. Light refreshments will be served following the formal program. (ZOOM LINK will be live at 2:50PM)
  
  Getting There (From Red Square): Walk east toward Odegaard Library. Continue past Odegaard and cross Stevens Way NE. Walk diagonally northeast across the grassy area toward the Paul G. Allen Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE1). Continue past CSE1 and follow signs to the Gates Center (CSE2), which is directly adjacent. Enter the Gates Center through the main entrance on the southwest side of the building and take the elevators on the left to the fourth floor.
• August 22 (Friday) at 9:00 AM – Commencement Ceremony at Husky Union Building, South Ballroom Please join in recognizing our graduates as they walk in formal graduation exercises. A light continental breakfast including coffee and pastries will be served beginning at 9:00AM. Immediately following the ceremony, a professional photography session will occur. (YouTube LIVE LINK (for English.) If you would like to hear in a different language: (FOR KOREAN) (FOR SIMPLIFIED CHINESE) (FOR URDU) (FOR VIETNAMESE) (FOR AFRIKAAN) (FOR SPANISH) (TAIWANESE MANDARIN)
  
  Getting There (From Red Square): Facing Suzzallo Library (the building with the gothic architecture), walk eastward, passing Suzzallo Library on either the north or south side. Continue toward Stevens Way NE, the road that loops around campus. Cross Stevens Way NE and you’ll see the Husky Union Building (HUB) directly ahead.
  Once in the HUB, head to the Ground Floor. The South Ballroom is located near the southwest corner of the building, adjacent to the Starbucks and Husky Den Food Court. Look for signage or ask the front desk for directions if needed.

As much as we encourage use of the two light rail stations (University of Washington and the U District stops) to access campus, we understand that is not feasible for everyone. If you will be driving to the events, we recommend parking in the Central Plaza Garage (CPG) or Campus Lot 12.

For more information, check out the UW self-serving parking page.

To all traveling from near and far: Welcome!

We are confident that the student you are here to support and celebrate will be prepared to guide you through the Emerald City during your stay. Just in case you need a few activities to fill your down time:

Water Taxi to Alki Beach, in West Seattle – Best view of the downtown Seattle skyline! Take the water taxi (walk on) from downtown, and then enjoy a fabulous view while eating tacos outside at Marination (right off the water taxi).

Underground Tour – An offbeat historic tour beneath the streets of Seattle.

“Cheers” your graduate at the Mountaineering Club – Located down the street from the MCHI+D Studio, enjoy sweeping views of the area from the top of the Graduate Hotel.

Chihuly Garden & Glass

Walk in Magnuson Park (on Lake Washington near campus) or Discovery Park (on the Puget Sound in the Magnolia Neighborhood).

Where to EAT around the U District!: Check out this short video as former students share some of their favorite places to eat around the studio and campus.