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How to restore the heart of democracy
Wenatchee World publisher Rufus Woods writes about "a provocative public forum" sponsored by the Seattle City Club and featuring communications chair, David Domke.07/25/2013 | The Wenatchee World -
Why does Huma Abedin put up with Anthony Weiner?
Former U.S. representative and current New York mayoral candidate Anthony Weiner is embroiled in another sex scandal. UW sociology professor Pepper Schwartz talks about what might motivate his wife to once again support him.07/24/2013 | CNN -
UW among small group of public schools to make Forbes' top 100 list
Out of the first 100 schools in Forbes' Top Colleges 2013 ranking, only 23 were public institutions. UW's combination of affordable tuition and graduate job prospects secured its spot.07/24/2013 | Forbes -
Intiman's sublime 'Trouble in Mind' has perfect timing
The Intiman opened Trouble in Mind on Wednesday-a play written in 1955 by Alice Childress, a celebrated black playwright, actor and author. The show is directed by UW Proffesor Valerie Curtis-Newton.07/22/2013 | City Arts Magazine -
Report finds gradual fall in female genital cutting in Africa
Anthropology professor Bettina Shell-Duncan consulted on a report that finds female genital cutting has seen a gradual but significant decline in many countries.07/22/2013 | The New York Times -
Arts & Sciences alumnus named to UW Board of Regents
Political science and economics graduate Rogelio Riojas was one of two people named to the University of Washington Board of Regents by Governor Jay Inslee.07/19/2013 | the Governor's Website -
UW professor weighs in on Peru's strange funeral culture
Rich Peruvians in the city of Lima request black pallbearers at their funerals. UW history professor Adam Warren explains why.07/19/2013 | The Huffington Post -
Cool Stars Melt Ice Better Than Warm Ones
New climate model research by a UW astronomy student, has found planets orbiting cool stars actually may be warmer and less icy than their counterparts orbiting much hotter stars.07/18/2013 | UW Today -
Arts Roundup: art exhibits and 2013-14 drama, World Series schedules
Even in July, there are UW arts events to take in, as the sun and clouds battle for attention overhead. Plus, the School of Drama and UW World Series announce their 2013-14 seasons.07/18/2013 | UW Today -
Bumblebees,Tuning Forks and Tomatoes
Could bumblebees be sending out good vibrations to tomato plants? One biology student thinks so and she is out to show declining bee populations could have a big impact on summer crops.07/18/2013 | KPLU