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CAS in the News
A sampling of recent stories in local and national media featuring College of Arts & Sciences faculty, staff, and alumni.
March 2020 Perspectives -
Climate change at Mount Rainier expected to increase ‘mismatch’ between visitors and iconic wildflowers
UW Biology Professor Janneke Hille Ris Lambers has analyzed more that 17,000 Flickr photos to determine how climate change is affecting Mt. Rainier's wildflowers.
03/11/2020 | UW News -
Coronavirus Pandemic, Angela Merkel, Markets: Your Thursday Briefing
Biology Professor Carl Bergstrom explains the science behind "flattening the curve" and why it's necessary.
03/11/2020 | The New York Times -
The emotional toll of social distancing
Jonathan Kanter, a research associate professor of psychology, explains how social distancing, while important to keep us physically healthy, can take a toll on our mental health.
03/11/2020 | Mic -
Online classes, video meetings: Can coronavirus spur low-carbon habits?
Ian Schnee, undergraduate studies director of philosophy, gives insight on what it's like holding online classes.
03/11/2020 | Reuters -
A Difficult Journey Inspires Action
Yasmin Habib (BA, Anthropology) understands firsthand the pressures faced by immigrant youth. She created a nonprofit to help them thrive.
March 2020 Perspectives -
Mapping the Coronavirus
Geography professor Bo Zhao has created an interactive map with real-time information about the spread of the coronavirus.
March 2020 Perspectives -
How canceled events and self-quarantines save lives, in one chart
Carl Bergstrom, professor of biology, explains the importance of "flattening the curve" of the coronavirus pandemic.
03/10/2020 | Vox -
Google Scrubs Coronavirus Misinformation on Search, YouTube
Biology Professor Carl Bergstrom discusses how Google is swept up in the misinformation surrounding coronavirus.
03/10/2020 | Bloomberg -
Covid-19 outbreak: what do health experts mean by 'flattening the curve'?
Carl Bergstrom, professor of biology, explains what "flattening the curve" is and why it's important in the coronavirus.
03/10/2020 | The Guardian