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Building Diversity, One Classicist at a Time
The Department of Classics was recently recognized for its efforts to promote equity and diversity in both its faculty and students.
March 2014 Perspectives -
Ethics Takes Center Stage at Competition
Should college athletes be paid? To what extent should politicians’ sexual indiscretions be forgiven? Is it ethical to arm rebels in countries where we’re not at war?
March 2014 Perspectives -
Global Health Through a Historian's Lens
The roots of some of today's most successful global health initiatives can be traced back to less-than-noble colonial ventures.
March 2014 Perspectives -
"Simming" a Mile in Others' Shoes
Simulations of everything from escaping slavery to growing old have the potential to promote social change.
March 2014 Perspectives -
Husky Goalkeeper Named Top Student
President's Medalist Megan Kufeld is both an athlete and a scholar."I want people to realize that it is possible to be both," she says.
March 2014 Perspectives -
From Burke Volunteer to EMP Curator
EMP Museum curator Jacob McMurray ('95) discovered a passion for museums while working at the UW's Burke Museum as an undergrad.
January 2014 Perspectives -
Doing Global Good at Starbucks
The next time visit Starbucks, give a nod to Ann Burkhart ('90), who focuses on the ethical sourcing of ingredients in Starbucks' food products.
January 2014 Perspectives -
Alums Launch New Model for Research Funding
Frustrated by the current funding model for scientific research, Cindy Wu ('11) and Denny Luan ('11) created a crowdfunding platform for research.
January 2014 Perspectives -
On Stage at Meany, Backstage in the Big Apple
Shannon Narasimhan ('07) is making her mark as a physical therapist working with performers in the Big Apple and on tour.
January 2014 Perspectives -
Sports Fan Lands Dream Job at ESPN
Teresa Causin ('06) can indulge her passion for sports 24/7 as a project manager overseeing web development projects for ESPN.com.
January 2014 Perspectives