To All Board Members, Council of Advisors, Council of Presidents, Committee and Task Force Chairs and Members:

REGISTRATION IS OPEN for the National Board Meeting June 19-21, 2025, in Seattle, Washington. 

Kick-off this extraordinary experience Thursday night, June 19, with a warm and welcoming dinner in the Washington Park Arboretum at the beautiful Broadmoor Golf Club. On Friday, dive into a journey of discovery and innovation in Seattle! Step into the future at the University of Washington Robotics Lab, where cutting-edge technology is transforming industries. Immerse yourself in natural history and culture with a curated tour of the Burke Museum of Natural History, where pioneering research meets stunning exhibits.

Friday evening you are invited for dinner at the home of Vicki and Thomas Griffin, where you’ll connect with fellow guests in an intimate setting filled with engaging conversation and inspiration. Finally, engage with brilliant minds at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, where ARCS Scholars and UW/Fred Hutch Faculty will share insights into the latest advancements in medical research.

This exclusive experience offers a rare glimpse into the intersections of science, art, and innovation—you won’t want to miss it and everything else Seattle has to offer! Click here to see a customized list of local attractions curated by our chapter.

- Seattle Local Planning Committee
 

Please take note of the schedule details and location below. We look forward to seeing you in Seattle! 

Hotel Information:

Location: Even Hotel Seattle Downtown, 527 Fairview Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98109 
Reservation information: Please use this link to book your hotel room by May 28, 2025

Registration & Schedule Information: 

Member and Guest Registration: $300 

Thursday, June 19, 2025

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Welcome Reception and Dinner at the Broadmoor Golf Club (attire: smart casual)

Friday, June 20, 2025

10:00 AM - Interactive Informative Workshop at the University of Washington 
12:00 PM - Boxed Lunch from Kaspars at the University of Washington
  1:00 PM - Tour of the Robotics Lab at the University of Washington 
  2:30 PM - Tour of the Burke Museum of Natural History
  6:00 PM - Dinner at the Home of Vicki and Thomas Griffin (attire: cocktail)

Saturday, June 21, 2025

  9:00 AM - National Board Meeting on Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Campus 
11:00 AM - Boxed Lunch
11:15 AM - Panel Discussion with ARCS Scholars and UW/Fred Hutch Faculty 
12:30 PM - Tour of Exhibits on Fred Hutch Campus 
                   

*All events listed above are included in your registration, including the welcome reception, meals, and transportation. 

For those unable to travel, we are offering the option to participate virtually for the National Board meeting on Saturday and hopefully for the Friday morning session. More to come on this.
Please note, there are separate registrations set up for member/guest in person, local attendees, and for virtual attendance for the member workshop/board meeting. 

Cheers...

Beth Wainwright
President
ARCS Foundation National