Biography
Notice of Leave, Spring 2026
Adrian Kane-Galbraith, the GWSS Undergraduate Academic Counselor, will be taking parental leave starting April 15, 2026. During this time, most essential student-facing advising services will be available through the Humanities Academic Services Center.
HAS advisors can assist you with declaring a major/minor, choosing courses, tracking degree progress, graduation applications, study abroad planning, and referrals to academic or extracurricular support resources (e.g., career development, funding, and research opportunities).
For Spring Quarter 2026, current and prospective GWSS students with questions will have access to support as follows:
Email: gwssadvs@uw.edu
In-person Drop-in advising:
Padelford Hall, A-wing Plaza Level (HAS Center)
Monday - Thursday, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Virtual Drop-in advising:
GWSS Advising is available September through June.
Adrian will return to their regular work schedule on September 1, 2026.