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Programming

From annual conferences to dynamic talks and events, the College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences offers an array of diverse programming.

 

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Building Community Through Arts

The Building Community Through Arts (BCTA) program was established to reach the diverse external communities served by the university.

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Sustainable Development Symposium

March 4 and 5, 2026

Join scholars, practitioners and community leaders to explore the intersections of environmental communication, social policy and justice at the Sustainable Development Symposium.

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CHESS Master Calendar

From department meetings to college-wide events, the CHESS master calendar is a one-stop shop for faculty and staff to know what’s happening in the college!

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Jan 19

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday – No Classes & Campuses are Closed

There are no classes and campuses are closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Jan 23

Deadline to Apply to Graduate for Spring 2026

Speak with your academic advisor to make sure you are eligible to graduate and submit your application.  

Feb 03

Deadline to Submit Spring 2026 Residency Application

Residency Applications for Spring 2026 are due by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3. For more information, visit the Residency web page.

Feb 23

Summer 2026 Registration Begins

Summer 2026 registration opens on Monday, February 23, for all PNW students. There is no priority registration for summer sessions.