Where is the event located?

The event will take place in William W. Philip Hall on the UW Tacoma campus. The street address is:
1918 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402

Where can I park?

Please keep in mind that the UW Tacoma campus is located downtown and parking may take extra time. There are several locations available on campus for parking. Because this event is on a holiday parking in campus lots and City street parking is free.

  • Mattress Factory and Tioga Lots
    • The Mattress Factory lot includes parking along C Street between the Mattress Factory and Milgard Hall as well as the lot at the south end of Milgard Hall. The Tioga lot is located at 21st & Jefferson, a short walk from Philip Hall (requires stairs to access campus).
  • Street Parking
    • City street parking closest to Philip Hall is available on Pacific Avenue, Jefferson Avenue and Market Street.
  • Washington State History Museum
    • The Washington State History Museum is located across the street from Philip Hall. Parking is available for a minimal rate.
  • Tacoma Dome Transit Station
    • The Tacoma Dome Transit Station garage offers free parking and the Tacoma Link light rail stops on Pacific Avenue right in front of Philip Hall. More information about the Tacoma Link (including operating hours) is available on the Sound Transit website.
Can I buy tickets at the door?

We strongly encourage everyone to buy their tickets in advance as space is limited and this event usually sells out. Depending on space, we might be able to accommodate a limited number of morning-of registrations.

Do I need a printed ticket?

There are no printed tickets for this event. If you have registered and paid prior to the event or are sitting at a sponsored table you will just need to check in at the door.

When do the doors open?

The doors will open at 8 a.m. Food will be served starting at 8:30 a.m. The speaking program begins at 9 a.m.

Is there assigned seating?

If you've sponsored a table your seats are reserved and names of those sitting at your table should be sent to eventuwt@uw.edu no later than January 13, 2025 (if they were not included in your event registration). If names or spaces are not reserved in advance, the table will still have sponsorship information, however, any seats not reserved in advance will be opened as available seating for general admission attendees. This ensures no table seating is left underutilized.

We make our best effort to seat people with their registered party, however, to ensure the best seating possible, you should plan to arrive early. General seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis. There will be volunteers on hand to assist with seating.

How should I dress?

There is no dress code for this event. We have found that people do dress up for this event often wearing business casual or their "Sunday best." You should dress however you feel comfortable as we welcome you as you are!

What happens in the case of inclement weather?

Should inclement weather become an issue, this website will be updated and we will notify registered guests by email.

How do I volunteer or get more involved in this event?

If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event, please contact the Event Manager, Ebony Peterson, at eventuwt@uw.edu.