UW Seattle Weekly: PhD Defenses, Outdoor Movie, Brony Convention, Arboretum Tours & Virtual Fitness—Events for August 18–24, 2025 cover art

UW Seattle Weekly: PhD Defenses, Outdoor Movie, Brony Convention, Arboretum Tours & Virtual Fitness—Events for August 18–24, 2025

UW Seattle Weekly: PhD Defenses, Outdoor Movie, Brony Convention, Arboretum Tours & Virtual Fitness—Events for August 18–24, 2025

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 Good afternoon, Huskies! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and here's what's happening this week at the University of Washington Seattle campus. On Tuesday, August 19, at 11:00 AM, Patrick Murphy will defend his Ph.D. dissertation titled "From Local- to Large-Scale, the Meteorology Associated with Rapid-Growth California Wildfires." The defense will take place in ATG 310. On Thursday, August 21, at 2:00 PM, Joe Robinson will present his Ph.D. defense on "New Space-Based Perspectives on Blowing Snow Over Arctic Sea Ice," also in ATG 310. On Friday, August 22, at 9:00 PM, the Mural Amphitheatre near the Space Needle will host an outdoor screening of "Wicked." This event is part of the CIRCLE program's efforts to engage students in cultural activities. From August 22 to 24, Everfree Northwest, the annual My Little Pony fan convention, will take place at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue. As the largest brony convention in the world, it offers a variety of panels, workshops, and community activities. On Saturday, August 23, at 10:00 AM, the Friends of Seattle's Olmsted Parks will lead a walking tour of the Washington Park Arboretum. The tour will explore the history and design of the park, highlighting features like Lake Washington Boulevard and Azalea Way. Registration is required, and the fee is $30. On Sunday, August 24, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, international graduate students are invited to a summer exploration of the Washington Park Arboretum. This event offers a chance to relax, connect with fellow students, and enjoy the park's landscapes. Space is limited to 25 participants, so early registration is encouraged. The Whole U continues to offer virtual weight training classes every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:15 AM. These 30-minute sessions focus on total body workouts and are accessible via Zoom. Participants need two sets of weights and a chair. That's all for this week's campus events. Stay engaged, stay active, and as always, go Huskies!
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