Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center

Need to see the daily calendar of reservations booked by RSOs/organizations? Refer to our reservations calendar.

Also, check out our Facebook event page to see all of Kelly ECC’s current events!

May
18
Thu
20th Annual Gala Awards @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
May 18 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

To celebrate and honor the student leaders among the Kelly ECC community, the Gala, our community’s annual student leadership awards ceremony, a celebration that recognizes and pays tribute to student leaders and student organizations for their achievements and hard work throughout the academic school year, as well as recognizing our graduating seniors.

May
24
Wed
Fuel for Finals @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
May 24 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come out to the Kelly ECC on Wednesday, May 24 to take a break from the stress of preparing for finals. Take some time to take care of yourself with relaxing activities and to fuel up for finals with free food and drinks, and a limited number of care packages, Drop by the Unity Suite anytime between 4pm and 6pm.

Sep
26
Tue
ECC Open House @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Sep 26 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The ECC open house is an annual event where the ECC welcomes students back to campus through informing students about the various programs and resources available to them that the ECC provides. Students will also have the opportunity to explore our spaces to learn more about how they can best utilize these spaces during the academic year. This year the ECC will also be engaging with students virtually on our social media platforms to give students who may not be able to attend the Open House the opportunity to learn about our space and resources as well.

Sep
28
Thu
OMA&D Block Party @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Sep 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The OMA&D Block Party is an annual tradition to kick-off the new academic year at the Kelly ECC.  This student-focused social event is geared towards new and returning students to engage and create community.

The OMA&D (Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity) kicks off the year of community engagement with a day of fun and energy. We will be partnering up with student organizations, on-campus resources, and community partners in celebrating the beginning of another year with a student-focused social. Highlights of the mixer will include giveaways, caricature artist, henna artist, a photobooth and much more.  We look forward to seeing you at the Kelly ECC!

Oct
3
Tue
Undocu Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 3 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

You are invited to our 9th Annual Undocu Welcome Dinner! Join our undocu student leaders, faculty and staff at this welcome dinner as we celebrate your acceptance to the University of Washington. Our Welcome Celebration will feature a short program, raffle prizes, music and an opportunity to build community with other first year, transfer and returning students. You will have the opportunity to meet the Leadership Without Borders team, as well as, important allies and advocates at University of Washington.

Oct
4
Wed
American Indian/Alaskan Native Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 4 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Join student leaders, faculty and staff at this community dinner as we celebrate your acceptance to the University of Washington. The dinner will feature a short program, music and an opportunity to build community and socialize with other first-year and transfer students.

Oct
5
Thu
Latine Community Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 5 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Familia- Communidad- Cultura

Bienvenidos a la Universidad de Washington! Join a fun night to celebrate your acceptance to UW and other Latinx/Chicanx students.  Build community on campus and develop friendships with other UW students and staff.  The celebration will feature short remarks prizes, music, and games.

Oct
10
Tue
Asian American Community Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 10 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Welcome Asian and Asian American freshman and transfer students!  Join the Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center as we celebrate your acceptance into the University of Washington! This will be hosted in person at the Kelly ECC with a welcome from the Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity, catered food from a local restaurant, an opportunity to socialize with new students, learn about resources and get involved with student organizations and events on campus. We will also have giveaways and a goodie bag for each participant.

Oct
11
Wed
Black Community Welcome Celebration @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Washington! Join the Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center as we welcome and celebrate Black freshman and transfer students. The dinner will feature a short program, music and an opportunity to build community and learn about resources that will be key to your success.

Oct
12
Thu
Pacific Islander Community Dinner @ Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
Oct 12 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Welcome to the University of Washington! Pacific Islander students are invited to join us for a welcome dinner to celebrate the beginning of your journey at the UW! The dinner will feature a short program including a few key speakers, music, and an opportunity to build community and socialize with other new students, returning student leaders, faculty, and staff.