Starting your UW journey as a first-year student? Join a Discovery Seminar!

These small, discussion-based courses help you hit the ground running. You’ll get to know a supportive faculty member, connect with classmates from across majors, and get an inside look at the resources that will help you thrive at UW. Along the way, you’ll earn credit, build community, and start autumn quarter feeling confident and connected.

All Discovery Seminars meet in person, Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m., and earn 5 credits toward your UW degree.

Courses for 2027 coming soon!