From the Quad to the C-Suite: How Three Puget Sound Alums became Nonprofit Leaders

Curious about the philanthropic sector and how people working for nonprofits try to change the world while still making a living?
Wondering about how your career could unfold once graduation is over?
Musing on how people become recognized leaders?

Come hear three Puget Sound alumni share how they went from the Quad to the C-suite, all while trying to make the world a better place! 

Avalanche Awareness Class

Whether you ski, snowshoe, snowboard, or snowmobile, recognition of avalanche danger is an essential and potentially lifesaving skill. This introductory class provides a basic approach to managing risk. An instructor from the Northwest Avalanche Center will explain how to access avalanche and mountain weather forecasts and recognize basic signs of avalanche danger.

Palestine Beyond Borders: Transnational Resistance and the Evolution of Solidarity in the U.S.

Sponsorship
This talk is co-sponsored by the University of Puget Sound’s Asian Studies and International Political Economy Programs, our departments of History, Politics & Government, Religion Spirituality & Society, and Sociology & Anthropology, as well as our Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity, the University Chaplaincy, and the Race and Pedagogy Institute.
Made possible with the support of the Tarbell Family Foundation.

Biography

Manuel Ellis Teach-In

On March 3, 2020, Tacoma resident Manuel Ellis was killed by Tacoma police officers who are currently on trial for his death. A verdict is expected in December 2023. On Friday, Dec. 1, African American Studies and the Race & Pedagogy Institute are holding a teach-in about Ellis’s death, its impact, and significance.

We welcome all faculty, staff, and students who are interested.

Communicating Conservation: Effective Knowledge Transfer Across Social Divides

As scientists, educators, and advocates for environmental conservation, we are often asked to effectively communicate about our work with a wide variety of audiences. In a world fraught with social, political, and cultural divisiveness, how can we address potential barriers to sharing conservation knowledge? This talk will offer real-world examples of science communication to briefly examine common pitfalls and best practices for successfully connecting with your audience. The presentation will include a brief lecture, interactive conversations, and a Q & A session.

Lecture: CJ Pascoe

Author, sociologist, and educator, CJ Pascoe is a sociologist who studies young people, and is an associate professor of sociology at the University of Oregon. Her latest book, "Nice is Not Enough: Inequality and the Limits of Kindness at American High", is currently available for preorder. Other books include "Gender Replay, "Dude You’re a Fag", "Hanging Out, Messing Around and Geeking Out", and "Exploring Masculinities".

Public Health Practicum Symposium

Want to know what it’s like to work in Public Health? Join us for our first annual Public Health Practicum Symposium!
Hear from current students about their internship experiences with Fred Hutch, Multicare, Tacoma Pierce county Health Department and more.