While in class you could be studying ancient Japanese art, tropical insects or the cultural ramifications of pop music. Why not supplement that learning with a trip to the Seattle Art Museum to view the Asian collections. Or you could visit the Pacific Science Center’s 4000-square foot Tropical Butterfly House. While you’re in the neighborhood, check out Experience Music Project and create your own music.
Our extended campus, the city of Seattle, is considered one of the most livable cities in the U.S. Consistently ranked high for recreation and live theatre, Seattle combines unparalleled natural beauty with small-town friendliness, a Pacific Rim outlook and cosmopolitan amenities.
Seattleites buy more sunglasses per capita than any other city in the nation. Wonder why?
Closest to home, Seattle’s University District surrounds the UW. The U-District is one of the city’s oldest and most diverse neighborhoods. Boasting a unique mix of ethnic restaurants, coffeehouses, retail shops and other services, the neighborhood caters to the needs of UW students. So, walk over to “the Ave” or hop on an express bus to downtown and start exploring!
