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Seattle Education & Alumni Groups

The groups and organizations below have been screened by us and found to offer worthwhile opportunities for professional, civic and social networking, career advancement, learning, community service, volunteering and corporate sponsorship.  
 
 

Alliance for Education

Events in Seattle and the Eastside

Led by a powerful board, AE raises money in support of Seattle public schools. Best way to participate and network here is through donations, sponsorships or the group's well attended benefit events.

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Executive Service Corps of Washington

Events primarily in Seattle

Volunteers of Executive Service Corps of Washington provide consulting, training, coaching and management assistance to boards, leaders and managers of nonprofit organizations and schools.

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Girl Scouts of Western Washington

Events in Seattle and throughout Western Washington

Girl Scouts of Western Washington provides opportunities for girls and the adults who support them to develop new relationships through events ranging from fundraising lunches to alumnae meetings.

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Gonzaga University Alumni Association - Seattle Chapter

Events primarily in Seattle

The Seattle Chapter of GUAA provides Gonzaga alumni and friends the opportunity to meet, share common experiences and network with each other at regular social, education and charitable events.

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OneWorld Now!

Events primarily in Seattle

One World Now! provides global leadership training combined with Chinese and Arabic language classes for local, economically disadvantaged high school students of color preparing for college.

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Pomegranate Center

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

Pomegranate Center helps communities become more livable and sustainable through programs that combine design and art. Supporters enjoy several excellent networking opportunities each year.

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Seattle Language Academy

Events primarily in Seattle

With over 500 students enrolled and a building in Fremont, this local nonprofit language school will help you meet new people and gain a valuable skill that can translate to more money at work.

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WSU Alumni Association

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

WSUAA brings together alumni and friends of Washington State University through regular events, online networking and other opportunities to stay engaged with the university and its supporters.

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826 Seattle

Events primarily in Seattle

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911 Media Arts Center

Events primarily in Seattle

911 Media Arts Center works to support independent digital media artists in the creation and exhibition of their work. In addition to videography workshops open to the public, members can participate in regular social and community events with great networking potential.

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AFS Intercultural Programs of Greater Puget Sound

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound Region

AFS of Puget Sound works toward a more just and peaceful world by facilitating international and intercultural learning exchanges for local individuals, families, schools, and communities.

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American Association of University Women (AAUW) of Washington

Events in Seattle and chapters throughout Washington State

AAUW promotes the goal of equity for women and girls, especially in education. Membership is open to anyone with an associate degree or higher. With chapters throughout the Puget Sound region, members enjoy regular opportunities to network with each other and to advance their common vision.

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Art Institute of Seattle

Events primarily in Seattle

AIS of Seattle located on the downtown waterfront offers 2-year programs in all things design, animation, games, fashion, video production, industrial design, graphic arts, and culinary arts. Regular events on campus, such as wine tastings and video game competitions, are open to the public.

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Arts Corps

Events primarily in Seattle

Arts Corps offers free arts education classes to kids in grades K-12. Experienced teaching artists create rich learning environments in education facilities all over King County. Donors and volunteers who support Art Corps enjoy regular opportunities to meet and network.

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Association of Washington Community and Technical College Administrators (THE ASSOCIATION)

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Atlantic Street Center

Events primarily in Seattle

ASC helps children of all ages to flourish academically, emotionally and socially while also serving families by providing a variety of services to parents and other family members.

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Bastyr University

Events primarily in Seattle

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Bellevue Community College

Events primarily in Bellevue

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Bellevue Entrepreneur Center

Events primarily in Bellevue

BEC assists small businesses in Bellevue and throughout the Eastside with a focus on those owned by women and minorities. In addition to regular classes, workshops and networking events, BEC can also help with accessing capital and securing small business loans.

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Bellevue Schools Foundation

Events primarily in Bellevue

The Foundation serves to promote and help fund the best possible learning opportunities for all students of Bellevue Public Schools. Benefit events offer opportunities to meet with business and community leaders as well as volunteers working to fulfill this mission.

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Bridges to Understanding

Events in Seattle and internationally

Seattle-based BRIDGES enables students around the world to share their cultures and community issues with each other through photography, digital storytelling, live video conferencing and in-person student exchanges. Members, supporters and mentors enjoy highly rewarding relationship-building opportunities.

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Cascade Center for Public Service and Leadership

Events primarily in Seattle

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Center for Career Alternatives

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound Region

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Center for Ethical Leadership

Events primarily in Seattle

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Center for Learning Connections

Events in Seattle and throughout the Puget Sound region

Part of Highline Community College, this group organizes training on a broad variety of topics related to organizations and change.

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Centerpoint Institute

Events primarily in Seattle

Centerpoint helps people stimulate creativity, passion and renewed commitment in life and at work. Workshops, seminars and individual counseling emphasize a holistic approach to career development.

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City Year Seattle / King County

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Communities in Schools of Washington State

Events in Seattle and local chapters throughout Washington

Communities In Schools of Washington is a network of affiliates across the state that leverage community resources and mentors, and provide school-based services.

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Community for Youth

Events primarily in Seattle

CFY runs mentoring programs that transform high school students from diverse backgrounds into determined, confident and self-aware young adults. Donors, mentors and advisory board members enjoy regular networking opportunities with other local people committed to CFY's cause.

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Construction Industry Training Council of Washington (CITC)

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Cornell Club of Western Washington

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Cornish College of the Arts

Events primarily in Seattle

With 800 college students and another 150 in preparatory classes, Cornish is one of the only private, nonprofit performing and visual 4-year arts colleges in the nation with programs in art, dance, design, theater and performance production.

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Dartmouth Alumni Club of Western Washington

Events primarily in Seattle

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Digital Learning Commons

Events in Seattle and chapters throughout Washington State

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EarthCorps

Events throughout Puget Sound region

EarthCorps brings young people from around the world to Seattle for a 12 month educational and leadership program on local environmental restoration. The public is invited to join these emerging environmental leaders at volunteer events held nearly every Saturday of the year.

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Eastern Washington University Alumni Association - Puget Sound Chapter

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Edmonds Community College

Events primarily in Edmonds

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Education Access Network

Events throughout Puget Sound region

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Environmental Education Association of Washington

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

EEAW is a membership organization dedicated to increasing the awareness of and support for environmental education in Washington state. Members can receive discounts to events, join the board and network with other environmental educators.

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Facing the Future

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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First Place School

Events primarily in Seattle

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FIUTS (Foundation for International Understanding Through Students)

Events primarily in Seattle

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Foreign Language for Youth

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Foundation for Early Learning

Events primarily in Seattle

The Foundation for Early Learning was established to build on the work of the Governor's Commission on Early Learning. Members of the Foundation's Advisory Council provide guidance, share expertise and enjoy regular opportunities to network with other leaders in the field of childhood learning and development.

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Frye Art Museum

Events primarily in Seattle

Members of the Frye, Seattle's only free museum, receive invitations to members-only exhibition openings and receptions where they can meet other members. The Frye organizes regular art related workshops, each geared to a specific audience, such as teachers & students, youth or adults.

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Fulbright Association of Greater Puget Sound

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Gage Academy of Art

Events primarily in Seattle

Formerly the Seattle Academy of Fine Art, Gage Academy of Art is a school in the tradition of the Ecole des beaux-arts in Paris and the Art Students League in New York. GAA enrolls 2,200 adult students each year and involves some 7,000 members of the public in exhibitions, lectures and public events.

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Global Visionaries

Events primarily in Seattle

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Harvard Business School (HBS) Club of Puget Sound

Events primarily in Seattle and Eastside

HBS Club of Puget Sound is a meeting point for Harvard Business School alumni in the region. Although membership is reserved for alumni, the Club organizes excellent educational events that are sometimes open also to the public. Otherwise, make friends with an HBS grad and be their guest.

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Highline Community College Foundation

Events primarily in Seattle

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Homewaters Project

Events primarily in Seattle

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Humanities Washington

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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IslandWood

Events Bainbridge Island

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Junior Achievement (JA) of Washington

Events throughout Puget Sound Region and Washington State

JA enhances the education of over 100,000 local young people by organizing hands-on classes that teach business, economics and life-skills not covered in regular K-12 programs. In addition to volunteering, JA organizes several fundraisers each year with great networking potential.

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Leadership Eastside

Events primarily in Bellevue

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Leadership Institute of Seattle (LIOS)

Events primarily in Seattle and Eastside

LIOS provides innovative leadership education for individuals who want to become effective leaders in organizations, powerful consultants and skilled counselors.

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Leadership Tomorrow

Events primarily in Seattle

Leadership Tomorrow is a community of local leaders dedicated to strengthening the Puget Sound region. Individuals interested in joining this alumni network should apply to the group's leadership development program or make a charitable contribution. Corporate sponsors can also tap into this network.

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League of Education Voters

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Mercer Island Schools Foundation

Events in Mercer Island

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Microsoft Alumni Network (MSA)

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Middle East Center at the Jackson School of International Studies

Events primarily in Seattle

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MIT Alumni Club of Puget Sound

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Nancy Bell Evans Center on Nonprofits & Philanthropy

Events primarily in Seattle

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North Cascades Institute

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Northwest Career Educators and Employers Association (NCEEA)

Events throughout Washington State

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Northwest Compassionate Communication

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Northwest Environmental Education Council

Events primarily in Seattle

NWEEC promotes environmental awareness and stewardship through educational opportunities to youth, professionals and the general public. Networking opportunities are available through event participation, business partnerships, environmental awareness programs, professional training and volunteering.

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Northwest Next

Events primarily in Seattle

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Northwest Railway Museum

Events primarily in Snoqualmie

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Northwest Seaport Maritime Heritage Center

Events primarily in Seattle

Northwest Seaport Maritime Heritage Center works to preserve and interpret the maritime heritage of Puget Sound and the Northwest Coast. The group's maritime-based educational programs provide a broad range of networking and community-building opportunities.

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Olympic Park Institute

Events in Seattle and on the Olympic Peninsula

OPI provides environmental education to local students, teachers and adults in the beautiful wilderness setting of its own retreat and conference facilities, available also for corporate rental.

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Outdoors for All Foundation

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

OFA (formerly Ski for All) works to improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities through year-round outdoor recreational activities like skiing, camping, biking and more. A wide range of programs provide regular opportunities for forming new, meaningful relationships.

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Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools (PNAIS)

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

PNAIS represents around 100 independent K-12 member schools with over 25,000 students. The association provides educational, professional development and networking programs open also to non-members with an interest in education.

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Pacific Northwest Historians Guild

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

Membership in the PNW Historians Guild is open to anyone with a professional or personal interest in the study and preservation of Pacific Northwest history. Members get to know other history enthusiasts through the Guild's program meetings, annual conference, newsletter and regular email bulletins.

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Page Ahead Children's Literacy Program

Events throughout Washington

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PAN IIT (Indian Institutes of Technology) - Pacific Northwest Chapter

Events primarily in Kirkland

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Passages Northwest

Events primarily in Seattle

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Penn-Wharton Alumni Club of Seattle

Events primarily in Seattle

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Photographic Center Northwest

Events primarily in Seattle

PCNW offers classes, workshops, lectures, exhibits, studio space and access to photographic equipment for people at all levels of expertise, including those new to photography. The center is open every day and serves as a gathering place and resource for local photographers.

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Pilchuck Society

Events primarily in Seattle

The Pilchuck Society was established for individuals committed to artistic education, excellence, and innovation. Members receive special notification of annual events at Dale Chihuly's Pilchuck Glass School, including a special day on campus for members only.

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Powerful Schools

Events primarily in Seattle

Powerful Schools works with students at local elementary schools in need to provide them with a better foundation for future academic success. Networking possibilities exist for volunteers as well as for supporters / donors who can meet each other at special annual events.

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Pratt Fine Arts Center

Events primarily in Seattle

Pratt Fine Arts Center offers art classes open to everyone and also provides workspaces for local artists. Its events are a great way to meet others who share an interest in the arts in Seattle.

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Project LEAD

Events primarily in Seattle

This annual leadership development program by United Way of King County aims to increase the representation of people of color on nonprofit boards and in other positions of community leadership.

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Rain City Badgers - University of Wisconsin Alumni Association of Puget Sound

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

Rain City Badgers is the official University of Wisconsin Alumni Association club for the Puget Sound region. With over 1,000 participants involved in club activities, the group's primary goal is to facilitate socializing between fellow Badgers and friends.

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Reel Grrls

Events primarily in Seattle

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School of Visual Concepts

Events primarily in Seattle

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Seattle Architecture Foundation

Events primarily in Seattle

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Seattle Area Peace Corps Association (SEAPAX)

Events primarily in Seattle

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Seattle Boy Scouts of America - Chief Seattle Council

Events primarily in Seattle

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Seattle Business School Alliance (SBSA)

Events primarily in Seattle

SBSA is a consortium of local alumni chapters for 15 of the country's top MBA programs, including Wharton, HBS and MIT Sloan. SBSA's member organizations represent an influential cross-section of local business and community leaders. Regular events provide valuable networking opportunities for members.

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Seattle Central Community College

Events primarily in Seattle

Seattle Central, in the heart of Capitol Hill, serves nearly 10,000 students each quarter. Classes, community events and donor programs provide great networking and learning opportunities year-round.

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Seattle Community College District

Events primarily in Seattle

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Seattle Education Association

Events primarily in Seattle

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Seattle Film Institute

Events primarily in Seattle

SFI offers weekend, evening and full-time programs dedicated to providing students with the knowledge, skills, tools and experience needed to pursue a career in film, either as part of the film industry or as independent film makers or screenwriters. Regular open houses offer networking opportunities for the local film community and prospective students.

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Seattle Gators Club - University of Florida Alumni

Events primarily in Bellevue

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Seattle University

Events primarily in Seattle

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SOAR

Events primarily in Seattle

SOAR is a community coalition dedicated to building partnerships that support the healthy development and success of children, youth and families in King County.

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Sound Circle Center

Events primarily in Seattle

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South Seattle Community College

Events primarily in Seattle

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St. James ESL Program

Events primarily in Seattle

This non-sectarian program helps refugees and immigrants who have special needs and cannot otherwise access English language instruction. Networking opportunities exist for volunteers and donors.

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Stanford (Alumni) Club of Washington

Events throughout Washington

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Stanford Business School Alumni Association - Puget Sound Chapter

Events primarily in Seattle

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Student Conservation Association (SCA) - Seattle Office

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Technology Access Foundation (TAF)

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

TAF prepares underserved children of color for higher education and professional success by providing K-12 programs that build confidence, enhance learning and develop leaders.

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The Women's Center at Shoreline Community College

Events primarily in Seattle

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The Writer's Workshop

Events primarily in Seattle

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Toastmasters International

Events in Seattle and cities throughout Washington

Toastmasters is a global organizations with clubs throughout the Puget Sound region and 190,000 members worldwide. Members practice and help each other improve their public speaking skills during regular meetings that also provide networking opportunities.

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University Centers of North Puget Sound

Events primarily in Seattle

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University of Puget Sound (UPS) Alumni

Events primarily in Seattle

Opportunities to connect with former classmates abound for alumni of UPS! Free web-site services allow users to find their former classmates, browse a calendar of group activities, and find regional chapters. Alumni also receive a free newsletter telling them about UPS and other alumni around the world.

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University of Virginia Alumni Club of Seattle

Events primarily in Seattle

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University of Washington Alumni Association (UWAA)

Events primarily in Seattle

UWAA, the largest alumni association in the Puget Sound region, organizes frequent events that provide professional and social networking opportunities for its members. Membership is open to all individuals who support the UW, including parents and friends of the school.

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University of Washington President's and Dean's Clubs

Events primarily in Seattle

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UW Business School Dean's Club

Events primarily in Seattle

UW Business School supporters who give at least $1,000 annually are invited to join the Dean's Club, which provides exclusive networking opportunities with local business leaders as a senior level.

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Washington Association of Diabetes Educators

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

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Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators (WAMOA)

Events throughout Washington

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Washington Association of School Administrators

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

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Washington Courage & Renewal (formerly Washington State Courage to Teach)

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Washington DECA

Events throughout Puget Sound Region and Washington State

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Washington Dollars for Scholars

Events in Bellevue and throughout Washington

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Washington Education Association (WEA)

Events throughout Washington

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Washington Library Media Association

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Washington Science Teachers Association

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Washington State Association for Multicultural Education (WSAME)

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Washington State Coalition for International Education

Events in Seattle and throughout Puget Sound region

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Washington State Council for Social Studies

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Washington State PTA (Parent Teacher Association)

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington State

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Washington State School Directors Association (WSSDA)

Events throughout Puget Sound region

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Washington Women's Employment & Education (WWEE)

Events primarily in Seattle

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Western Washington Iowa Club - University of Iowa Alumni Association

Events primarily in Seattle

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Western Washington University Foundation President's Club

Events primarily in Bellingham

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Western Washington University Foundation's Seattle Business Forum

Events primarily in Bellingham

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Wharton Club of Seattle

Events primarily in Seattle

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Whidbey Institute

Events on Whidbey Island

The Whidbey Institute connects people interested in liberating their capacity to serve the common good.

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Wilderness Awareness School

Events primarily in Duvall / Eastside and Seattle

Wilderness Awareness School provides unique courses for adults and children to connect with the natural world. The school's classes and programs provide excellent opportunities to meet like-minded people in a relaxed atmosphere.

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World Affairs Council of Seattle

Events primarily in Seattle

The WAC of Seattle creates forums to discuss topical global issues. Frequent events provide regular networking opportunities for members and non-members with a common interest in international politics, culture, education and economics.

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WSU President's Associates

Events in Seattle and throughout Washington

People who contribute $1,000 or more annually can benefit from the events and networking opportunities reserved for this group WSU supporters.

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Youth in Focus

Events primarily in Seattle

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Youth Maritime Training Association

Events primarily in Seattle

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Youth Theatre Northwest

Events primarily in Mercer Island

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YouthForce /TeenJobs.org

Events primarily in Seattle

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