Volunteer camp counselors are needed to support our one-week summer camp program and earn 140+ service hours. MDA Summer Camp provides an incredibly unique experience for both campers and the volunteers who serve as counselors. These week-long residential programs offer kids ages 8–17 living with neuromuscular disease a completely inclusive environment to freely express who they are and fully participate in adaptive summer camp activities. Counselors play a vital role in the execution of MDA Summer Camp, engaging in the…
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One Month Left! Apply for an IOCDF Research Grant by April 14.
This is a reminder that applications for the 2026 Research Grant Awards are being accepted until Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET (8:59 p.m. PT). The 2026 Research Grant Awards will include: Michael A. Jenike Young Investigator Awards (up to $50,000) to support early-career researchers studying OCD, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), hoarding disorder, and related conditions An Innovator Award (up to $300,000) to support experienced researchers investigating OCD In line with the IOCDF’s first white paper, the 2026…
Hospice Internship Opportunity for Nursing Students
Heart’n Soul Hospice in Renton is currently seeking a student intern interested in gaining hands-on experience in hospice and community-based care. This internship offers valuable exposure to areas such as patient support, community outreach, and hospice education. It is an excellent opportunity for students—particularly those studying nursing at the University of Washington—to develop practical skills while making a meaningful impact in the community. Interested students may submit a Contact form on the website.
Nurse Technician Opportunities (UWMC, HMC)
UW Medical Center (UWMC) and Harborview Medical Center (HMC) are actively recruiting for open Nurse Technician (NTEC) roles beginning in May and June. Please scan the QR codes on the flyer for more information.
Register for ENV H 490/590: Data Science in Public Health
Looking to master data science methods used in public health? ENVH 490/590 is a hands-on course designed to move you beyond spreadsheets and into R programming, data visualization, and reproducible research. Whether you are an undergraduate building a foundation or a graduate student ready to analyze your own datasets, this course provides both background knowledge of the method and practical experiences to sharpen your skills. This course provides an introduction to R programming. It also covers the essentials of developing…