Meet our Path to UW Ambassadors! This team of current UW transfer students supports both current and prospective Seattle Promise and Project Baldwin students at the Seattle Colleges as part of the Path to UW partnership with these programs. You'll see them supporting a variety of events, drop-ins, and workshops both at the Seattle Colleges and at UW throughout the year alongside the Path to UW advisers, as well as at broader UW Seattle transfer student programming. They are here to share their stories about their UW journey and support you wherever you are at in your UW transfer too - pre or post transfer.
Major: Political Science, International Studies, Minors in Global Health, Human Rights, & Public Policy
Transferred from: Seattle Central College
Growing up in Seattle, I was drawn to the vibrant UW campus and the affordability of in-state tuition. The Path to UW program made my transfer seamless by helping me complete major prerequisites and connect with campus resources and opportunities. Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to study abroad in Rome through the Political Science department. I am so grateful for the opportunities UW has given me and highly recommend the Path to UW seminars to anyone considering a transfer.
Visiting the Tateuchi East Asia Library to lock in before exams!
Major: Public Health: Global Health
Transferred From: South Seattle College
Hi! I’m Anthony, a Public Health Global Health major who transferred from South Seattle College. I chose UW because of its strong focus on equity, community, and the wide range of opportunities to grow both academically and personally. For anyone thinking about transferring to UW, I encourage you to explore the many resources available there’s a supportive community here that truly wants to see you thrive.
One of my favorite places to hang out is the Hans Rosling Center for Population Health, it has quiet study spaces, beautiful views of campus.
Major: Art, minor in Art History
Transferred from: Seattle Central College
As an artist with a strong focus on connecting the arts with environmental science & conservation, I knew from the start I wanted to go to UW to be surrounded by that kind of research! The Seattle Promise and Path to UW programs were the perfect combination that allowed me to make that dream come true in an affordable and manageable way, especially helping when I had to take partial medical leave during my time at Seattle Central. I’ve now been able to attend amazing classes on art and science and surround myself with students from many different majors and backgrounds, who have added dimension to my educational journey.
I love just sitting in the grass near trees on various different green spaces on campus. I recommend bringing something to sit on so you don’t get damp, though!
Major: Psychology (BA)
Transferred From: Seattle Central College
My name is Iqra Mohamed and I'm a UW Seattle Student in the psychology department. Finding UW on my path to becoming a psychologist was the most exciting college journey I've had so far. As a transfer myself I hope every incoming student recognizes they do belong at UW and there is always space for more!
Cafe on the Ave, because it has the best Alfredo pasta.
Major: Education Studies - Education Research and Policy Focus
Transfer School: North Seattle College
Hi everyone, I'm Jeannie (she/they)! I'm majoring in Education Studies, and transferring to UW has been such an amazing and fun journey for me. It's natural to worry about the transition and the changes in the environment, but I encourage you to explore campus, reach out to peers and instructors, and know that you belong at UW!
I love studying in the Suzzallo library's Starbucks recently! The Commuter and Transfer Commons in the HUB is also a great place to hang out.
Major: Public Health - Global Health
Transferred From: North Seattle College
I transferred to UW to continue pursuing my studies in public health and education. During my time at community college I was able to build community and was apart of student leaderships and mentorship programs that have helped me as a student, but also help incoming students. Transferring can be an overwhelming process, but it has helped me create a strong foundation that i'm excited to continue building at UW.
Chill at the quad with friends when the weather is nice
Major: Psychology and Sociology
Transferred From: North Seattle College
Hi my name is LoveGrace Esguerra Guirnalda! I am a 4th year double majoring in psychology and sociology! I am a proud Filipina that started my college journey at North Seattle College through the Seattle Promise program. I am going into my final year at UW and have also worked with many other transfer students through my previous position as a Peer Navigator for Seattle Promise and as a Transfer Ambassador for Path to UW last year! I will also be the next Sayaw Co Coordinator for FASA sa UW, the Filipino American Student Association at UW for the 2026-27 school year! I encourage students interested in transferring to UW to join our Path to UW seminars over the summer to really get involved and experience what being a student at UW can be like!
I love sitting in the quad on a sunny day! :) City grind at the Henry Museum is also a really cute cafe and they have cheap bites too!
© 2026 University of Washington | Seattle, WA