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  • Gravitational waves detected 100 years after Einstein’s prediction

    The LIGO team, which includes UW Physics faculty, opens new window on the universe with observation of gravitational waves from colliding black holes
    02/11/2016
  • Study: Male biology students consistently underestimate female peers

    The researchers say bias in the classroom could be mitigated through measures like randomized calling during class and creating small-group discussions that are less intimidating.

    02/11/2016 | UW Today
  • See new discoveries at the mysterious City of the Jaguar

    An excavation of an ancient city in Honduras has yielded a trove of remarkable stone artifacts. Two UW anthropology students are part of the team.

    02/10/2016 | National Geographic
  • Partnering for Safe Water

    Eric Stowe (2001, 2003) founded Splash to ensure safe water for children living in urban poverty in Asia and Africa.

    February 2016 Perspectives
  • Game Designer with a Humanist Edge

    Matthew Moore (2008), a game designer at Disney Interactive, says studying the humanities has made him a better designer.

    February 2016 Perspectives
  • From Dostoyevsky to Diplomacy

    "A strong sense of curiosity is an absolute necessity," says Allan Mustard (1978), U.S. Ambassador to Turkmenistan.

    February 2016 Perspectives
  • A Tireless Advocate for Equity

    Shirley Malcom (1967) has been a vocal advocate for equity in STEM fields, building on her own experiences in the sciences.

    February 2016 Perspectives
  • An Orchestrated Life

    Julia Tai (2010), a conductor in Seattle, loves "the challenge of...pulling all the sound together to make something great."

    February 2016 Perspectives
  • From the Dean

    Mentorship, career workshops, internships, and other A&S programs help smooth students' transition from college to career.

    February 2016 Perspectives
  • Café Purrrrfection

    Three A&S alumni recently opened Seattle's first cat café, which brings together two Northwest favorites: coffee and kitties.  

    February 2016 Perspectives