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Getting started

Whether you're new to HCDE or looking for a particular student resource, this section brings together information for navigating day-to-day life as an HCDE PhD student. Find orientation materials, ways to stay connected and get involved, department facilities and technology resources, and information about where to go for help.

New student orientation

New PhD students can find orientation materials and resources for getting started at UW and in HCDE.

Orientation Canvas course

Connect with the HCDE community

Find department communication channels, events, and other ways to stay connected with HCDE students, faculty, and staff.

Staying connected with HCDE Get involved

Rooms, equipment, and technology

Find information about reserving HCDE spaces and equipment and accessing computing and technology resources.

Reserving rooms and equipment Computing and technology

Support & student resources

Learn where to go with concerns and find additional HCDE and UW resources for graduate student life.

Voicing concerns HCDE student life UW Graduate School handbook