Humanities Division

UW students, alumni, and faculty explain how COIVD-19 has disrupted Black life.

Emily M. Bender, a professor of computational linguistics explains virtual learning algorithms.

Anu Taranath, principle lecturer in the departments of English and Comparative History of Ideas, has received or been nominated for several awards for her book "Beyond Guilt Trips."

A UW Professor has worked to make fine art accessible in his Summer 2020 class "Printmaking Without a Press."

During this time of uncertainty and isolation, find solace in digital opportunities to connect, share, and engage, including events from the Henry Art Gallery, Office of Public Lectures, and more.

During this time of uncertainty and isolation, find solace in digital opportunities to connect, share, and engage through events such as the Strange Coupling Exhibition launch.

Looking for a window into other worlds? Ten faculty in the humanities suggest favorite books from around the globe, translated into English.

A love of languages and a long career with the CIA inspired Helen Louise Noyes (BA, 1969) to support UW students studying challenging languages. 

As a UW undergrad, Amanda Doxtater fell in love with the Swedish book Kris (Crisis). As a UW professor, she completed its first translation into English. 

Johnny Horton, Co-Director of Creative Writing in Rome, argues that the pandemic and an America First presidency threaten a great American institution.

Stay engaged amidst social distancing guidelines with a virtual Henry Art Gallery event, visit the Seattle Deconstructed Art Fair, and more from your home.

Naja Ferjan Ramirez, assistant professor of linguistics, has written a study on how parents talk to their children.

David Gire, an assistant professor of psychology, Lauren Poyer, assistant teaching professor in Scandinavian studies explain the Kraken.

Lauren Poyer, assistant teaching professor in Scandinavian studies, explains the mythology of the Kraken.

José Alaniz, professor of Slavic languages and literature, and of comparative literature discusses his newly released collection of drawings and writings.