Events only open to the campus community
Join us for an engaging discussion on the realities of the U.S. immigration system and how it can be improved.
Drawing on 13 years of experience working in detention centers, immigration courts, and with government agencies, immigration attorney Sara Ramey (IPE ’05) will explore where the system stands today and how it can improve. The conversation will focus on three key areas:
Students who work on campus: Do you work in an on-campus job? Drop by for free (choose your own flavor!) lemonade & affirmations. Let us celebrate YOU during National Student Employment Week!
Each year, Career and Employment Services reaches out to students to gather nominations for those faculty and staff who have made a difference by supporting their career exploration or inspiring their career goals. Join us at a reception to honor those nominees and to express gratitude for the invaluable role they play in shaping the professional journeys of our students. We will also announce the Faculty and Staff Career Champions of the Year.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to work at Microsoft? Do you want to visit the campus in-person? Join us to learn about potential career paths and network with Logger alumni working in a variety of roles.
ALL MAJORS are welcome! Transportation and lunch will be provided; more details will be shared after you register.
Advance registration is necessary and space is limited. RSVP here or using the link above.
Join the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department as we welcome four successful (bio)chemistry alumni to share about their career journeys and network over refreshments. Alumni panelists will include:
Panel will be from 5-6pm with open networking to follow. Please reach out to dburgard@pugetsound.edu with any questions.
Join university departments and organizations from across Tacoma and Pierce County to learn about programs and resources to up your Sustainability game! Whether it's learning how to recycle better, lower your utility bills through energy efficiency programs, decarbonize your commute, or get your hands (literally) dirty with planting and gardening, we'll have experts for you to chat with!
Organizations include:
South Sound Strings Harp Ensemble, directed by Patricia McNulty Wooster, will perform a public concert which will feature solo harp and harp ensemble music. The ensemble includes college students as well as members of the public. We invite you to join us for an evening of wonderful music!
South Sound Strings Harp Ensemble is a non-credit ensemble within the Community Music Department.
Join us for the Grad Party 2026, a fantastic event to celebrate your achievements with your classmates, family members, and friends on Friday, May 8, from 7‒9 p.m. in Wheelock Student Center, Marshall Hall. Take this opportunity to reminisce about the wonderful memories you’ve made at Puget Sound while enjoying delicious hors d’oeuvres, a hosted bar, and music. Capture the joyous moments with our fun-filled photo booth.
This is a night to celebrate you and all of your accomplishments!
Join Professor of Anthropology Gareth Barkin for an examination of large language models and embedded worldviews. Barkin leverages decades of research on Indonesian media and society to explore how systems like ChatGPT and Claude "think" when they're speaking non-English languages. The talk investigates the mechanics of "epistemological persistence," demonstrating how LLMs impose an Anglo-American lens regardless of the language of output.
Join Wind Ensemble alumni for a special reunion gathering celebrating the music, friendships, and shared experiences that made their time at the University of Puget Sound memorable. Celebrating Dr. Gerard Morris's 17 years as the Director of Bands, attend the Wind Ensemble alumni concert to reconnect and continue the celebration with fellow alumni afterward.
Free and open to all Summer Reunion Weekend attendees and the public.
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