College of Arts and Sciences

Scott Radnitz, associate professor of international studies; Sofiia Fedzhora, a Fulbright foreign language teaching assistant; and Sasha Senderovich, assistant professor of Slavic languages and literatures, are quoted in this article about how Ukrainians in Seattle are reacting to the invasion of Ukraine.

Margaret O'Mara, professor of history, explains the historic echos of unionization at the Amazon Fresh store.

Alexes Harris, professor of sociology; and Ian Kennedy, a doctoral student in sociology, discuss how legal fines and fees are badly in need of reform.

Billie Swalla, professor of biology, explains how sea squirts are relevant to discussions about the evolution of the heart and head.

Pepper Schwartz, professor of sociology, explains the opportunities available to seniors looking to date.

Dianne Harris reflects on her first six months as dean, and the “dedication to excellence and deep veins of creativity” she has found throughout the College of Arts & Sciences. 

Marina Watowich, a doctoral student in biology, explains the results of a new study she authored on the effects of extreme weather events on ageing.

Eric Bellm, research assistant professor of astronomy, explains how SpaceX's Starlink satellites may interfere with astronomy.

Mark Igra, a graduate student in sociology, co-authored a new study on GoFundMe requests for help with medical bills.

Jasmine Mahmoud, assistant professor of theatre history and performance studies, curated the inaugural art exhibition at the new Mini Mart City Park.

Jeff Riffel, biology, discusses the results of a new UW study on what makes mosquitos attracted to humans.

David Bachman, professor of international studies, explains why the most important part of the Beijing Olympics may be increasing Xi Jinping's reputation domestically.

Scott Radnitz, associate professor of international studies, discusses the causes and potential outcomes of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

Michelle Liu, teaching professor of English, explains her thoughts on teaching "To Kill a Mockingbird" in the present day.

Professor Željko Ivezić has been appointed as the next Director of the project.