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Elephant tusk DNA used to track poachers

Elephant Tusk DNA Helps Track Poachers

A team of researchers led by Sam Wasser (Director of UW Center for Conservation Biology) is examining the genetic...

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Life Sciences Building at University of Washington

New Building for Most Popular Major

Biology faculty and students will soon fill the UW's new Life Sciences Building along Stevens Way.

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Canoes arriving at Alki Beach during the Tribal Canoe Journeys

A Summer of Indigenous Cultures

In an introductory American Indian Studies course, students left the classroom to learn about Indigenous cultures....

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Hidden Seattle Inspires Research

Students in the Summer Institute in the Arts & Humanities dug into Seattle history and unearthed some surprises...

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Pre-Med, Italian Style

A UW pre-med student explains why her academic major — Italian — will make her a better doctor.Read more

Even toddlers weigh risks, rewards when making choices

Department of Psychology researchers discover toddlers conduct a form of cost-benefit analysis in deciding whether to help someone. Read More at UW News

Dawg Daze

Sep 20

Dawg Daze is the University of Washington’s annual tradition of welcoming first-year and returning students to campus. Become a part of the UW community, meet... View Event Details