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Undergraduate Jeff Benca has combined his interests in plants and prehistory through the study of the world's most ancient vascular plants still alive today. 

For the Jackson School's Task Force Program, a group traveled to Ottawa in blizzard conditions.

A select group of UW doctoral students have partnered with Western Washington high school science teachers through a program that aims to bring the energy and expertise of practicing scientists to high school classrooms.

In partnership with Microsoft, the Department of Astronomy has updated its planetarium with digital technology. The result is an experience—and educational resource—that is truly out of this world.

A seminar course developed by and for graduate students aims to improve scientists' ability to explain their research to the public. Now participants will use their newfound skills as they speak at an upcoming public lecture series. 

The Dance Program's new online course, Understanding Dance, combines online lessons and discussion forums with assignments that get students dancing and attending performances. 

A jury summons in the mail may not bring smiles, but Professor John Gastil's research suggests that people who deliberate on a jury become more engaged citizens as a result. Gastil shares his findings as co-author of the book The Jury and Democracy.