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What a night! Alumni, students, and partners came together to build pathways and share wisdom. Thank you Provn, Duet, Startup425, our speakers, and our incredible MC. Nominations for the John Stanton Perseverance Award are open until June 1, and Service Week is right around the corner. PS: LinkedIn saw it first 😉
04/14/2026
Big moves start with the right support 💼✨
Proud to celebrate a powerful 10-year partnership between Year Up United and Duet; creating real pathways for alumni to continue their education while building their careers.
🎓 Through this collaboration with Southern New Hampshire University, you don’t have to choose between work and school; you can do both!
Join us at the Alumni Pathways Night at Bellevue City Hall and hear from keynote speaker Felicia Peleaz as she shares her journey and insights on balancing career growth and higher education.
Because your goals shouldn’t have to wait.
04/08/2026
Big things are coming 👀
We’re excited to give you a glimpse of what’s ahead at Alumni Pathways Night with one of our keynote speakers: Nikesh Parekh, Co-Founder & CEO of Provn.
If you’ve ever felt like your resume gets lost in the noise… you’re not alone. The system is changing—and we’re diving into how to navigate (and win in) an AI-driven hiring world.
Stay tuned—this is just the beginning.
03/24/2026
Connect, learn, and level up 🚀
Join us for an inspiring evening at the Alumni Pathways Event—featuring guest speakers, networking opportunities, and real stories from alumni who’ve been where you are.
📆 Save the date & check our profile links to get your ticket and follow us on LinkedIn while you’re there! Reserve your seats now as space is limited!
Your next step starts here. 💼✨
03/22/2026
🚀 Your next step starts here.
Join us at the Alumni Pathways Event to connect with professionals, hear alumni stories, and gain insights to grow your career. 💼
📍 Bellevue City Hall
📅 April 29, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
Connect. Inspire. Launch.
12/16/2025
Hello Alumni! Due to recent weather conditions and flooding, this Saturday’s event has been postponed to a later date. This decision was made with the safety and well-being of all attendees as our highest priority. We appreciate your understanding and will share further updates, including the rescheduled date, as soon as they become available.
Stay safe everyone! ❤️
12/10/2025
✨ Fellow alumni! It’s not too late to make a difference this season.
We’re partnering with Greater Glory to help sponsor children in need — and you can change a child’s holiday with a single click.
❤️ Visit the link in our bio to sponsor today!
11/21/2025
🎉 Save the Date, Alumni Fam! 🎉
We’re closing out the year in true YUAPS style — with purpose, celebration, and heart! ❤️✨
📅 December 20th
Get ready for our Year-End Alumni Gala, a night dedicated to giving back during the holidays and celebrating all the “heart work” we’ve put in together this year.
Expect good vibes, meaningful connections, and a whole lot more coming your way soon. 👀💫
Stay tuned… we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🥂
09/26/2025
Congratulations to our board chair Valerie Smith for receiving the Inaugural John Stanton Alumni Award for Perseverance at this year’s Professional Olympics 🥳
Valerie continues to give back, use her leadership to build community, and highlight career opportunities for Year Up United alumni here in the Puget Sound and beyond.
We’re proud of you Valerie! 💙
09/04/2025
Calling ALL recent graduates 🗣️ It’s time to CELEBRATE! ✨🎓
Join us this Saturday as we honor Year Up United Puget Sound’s Class of 2025 graduates! 🥳💛
📅 Saturday, September 6th, 2025
📍 Seahurst Park | 6pm – 9pm
1600 SW Seahurst Park Road
Year Up United alumni will be joining the celebration, plus there will be food! 🍴🎉 Don’t forget to bring a chair or blanket to get comfy while we cheer on our grads 🌟
