The Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington

The Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, University of Washington

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Our curriculum combines the social sciences, humanities and professional fields. Our students graduate with deep global and regional expertise....

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Spotlight: Cool Courses in Winter 2026!Check out these featured courses and ALL Jackson School courses here!

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OPEN HOUSE

Donut miss out Join us on Jan. 28 for donuts, cider, and conversation

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JACKSON EVENT

Trump in the World 2.0 Winter 2026 talks with UW faculty and guest speakers

JACKSON FACULTY

New book on decoding elections Robert Pekkanen and "Japan Decides 2024"

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MAIS: East Asia faculty accepting new graduate students for 2026-2027

Dec 29, 2025 Isabelle Schlegel
Reasons why the MAIS in East Asia program might be a good fit for you

Dec 8, 2025 Isabelle Schlegel
Marie Anchordoguy honored for work on Japan with Order of the Rising Sun

Nov 20, 2025 Madison Anne Morgan
2025-26 Jackson School Hellmann Scholars announced

Nov 18, 2025 Madison Anne Morgan
Finding her place: Allie Goodman-Callender on being a transfer student

Nov 12, 2025 Madison Anne Morgan

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