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How Black Lives Matter protests sparked interest, can lead to change
A new study by the University of Washington and Indiana University finds that the growing use of anti-racist terms shows how Black Lives Matter has shifted the conversation around racism, raising awareness of issues and laying the foundation for social change.
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This tribe has fought for years to get federal recognition. It's about their identity
Josh Reid, associate professor of American Indian studies, explains the Duwamish tribe's long struggle for federal recognition.
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Inclusive Mentoring, a Flock of Fellows, & other Honors
Recent awards and honors celebrate Arts & Sciences faculty and staff accomplishments in teaching, mentoring, research, and more.
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How Zelenskyy emerged as the antithesis of Putin and proved you don’t need to be a strongman to be a great leader
Michael Blake, professor of philosophy, discusses the leadership style of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his political strategy in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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3 questions about Russia's invasion of Ukraine answered
John Koenig, a lecturer in international studies, explains why the recent conflict is extremely unlikely to lead to a direct military engagement with the U.S.
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How Putin’s invasion of Ukraine could escalate into World War III with the help of Russia’s nuclear arsenal
Glennys Young, professor of history, explains Putin's goal in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the lengths he will go to achieve it.
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Charting change in the U District through one of its most beloved restaurants
Taso Lagos, a lecturer in international studies, explores his new book and the influence that the U District Continental Restaurant had on generations of Seattlites.
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How Capirotada Went from Medieval Leftovers to Beloved Bread Pudding
Ana Gómez-Bravo, professor of Spanish, explains the use of sugar in early versions of capirotada, a dish with a long and varied history.
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A Window into Art
When exhibition spaces closed due to COVID, artist and alum Anna Mlasowsky found another way to share artists' work.
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Ukraine is winning the information war against Russia
Scott Radnitz, associate professor of international studies, explains the importance of morale and popular opinion in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.