This event is part of Japan Week 2024, sponsored by the Japanese Language & Culture and Asian Studies Programs.

This weeklong series of events is sponsored by the Japanese Language & Culture and Asian Studies Programs.

The University Chaplaincy will be hosting a short (45 minute), casual Easter service, open to students, faculty, staff, neighbors, and guests.  All are welcome to come and participate or to observe, whatever is right for their own spiritual identity and location. For more information, email dwright@pugetsound.edu.

A community-based presentation that covers the general scope of suicide, the research on prevention, and what people can do to fight suicide. Participants will learn common risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide and how to keep themselves and others safe.

The University of Puget Sound's Women’s League, founded in 1900 to support students, invites you to its 53rd annual Flea Market March 16th in the Memorial Fieldhouse from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All proceeds are directed to our scholarship endowments. Don't miss your chance to find unique treasures from our 70+ hand picked vendors including a fabulous Food Court right outside curated by Tacoma Aroma Flavor.

THE URBAN/RURAL DIVIDE: AN OPEN DISCUSSION OF THE CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF THE “TWO CULTURES”

In a thought-provoking discussion on the Urban/Rural Divide in the U.S., participants will explore the complex dynamics shaping disparate communities. From contrasting economic opportunities to divergent political perspectives, we will discuss the impact on social cohesion and policy priorities. We will grapple with the challenge of fostering understanding and collaboration between urban and rural populations, recognizing the need for nuanced solutions that bridge the divide.

U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer will deliver the Spring 2024 Susan Resneck Pierce Lecture in Public Affairs and the Arts on Wednesday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m.

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.

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour features the best of mountain culture films with high-octane action, deeply thoughtful stories and tales of arduous adventures.

Immediately following the festival held each year in Banff, Alberta, the World Tour hits the road. With stops in roughly 550 communities and more than 40 countries across the globe, these evenings celebrate amazing achievements in outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide!

Be inspired, be energized, and celebrate the spirit of adventure with us this December.

On February 29, 2024 the University of Puget Sound will be participating in the first Fresh Check Day on our campus! Fresh Check Day is an uplifting mental health promotion and suicide prevention event  that includes interactive expo booths, peer-to-peer messaging, support of multiple campus departments and groups, free food, entertainment, and exciting prizes and giveaways.