MyGrad and Doctoral student resources
There are two primary ways to interface with the graduate school electronically. MyGrad allows you to check your status, submit petitions (for instance, to count credits that you received in a previous Master’s program), or schedule exams. A second set of resources from the graduate school is embodied in a series of policies and ~26 memos. The most salient issues may be procedures for conferring degrees and for assessing progress, which constitute doctoral student resources.
International Students
FIUTS (Foundation for International Understanding Through Students), a community non-profit organization established on the University of Washington campus in 1948, does a terrific job of linking University of Washington international students, visitors and scholars with the Puget Sound Community. FIUTS provides opportunities for cross-cultural friendship through host families, education outreach, Wednesday lunches, trips, tours and more.
Graduate and Professional Student Senate
The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) at the University prepared The Guide to Life at the University of Washington. This guide is an excellent resource to the campus and surrounding communities. It is a student-oriented introduction to the campus and the city. The Guide to Life at the University of Washington is provided online at the GPSS website.