Humanities Division

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.

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

Stephanie Kerschbaum, English professor and director of the Expository Writing Program, has received national recognition for her inclusive mentoring. 

His knowledge of ancient languages led Andrew Glass (2006) to a specialized technology job at Microsoft. 

Humanities First, a new program for first year students, celebrates the humanities and their role in society.  

Catherine Cole, the divisional dean of the arts and a professor of English and dance, discusses her teaching philosophy as the UW returns to in-person classes.

This week at the UW, attend Lux Aeterna, watch recorded events, and more.

Marina Dunaravich reconnected with Russian language and culture years after leaving Russia as a child. A new scholarship celebrates her Russian heritage and family.

Through public events and exhibitions, connect with the UW community every week! This week, attend gallery exhibitions, watch recorded events, and more.

This week at the UW, attend gallery exhibitions, watch recorded events, and more.

University of Washington Provost Mark A. Richards today announced Dianne Harris will become dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, beginning Sept. 1.

English Ph.D. candidate Brittney Frantece discusses an exhibition at the Jacob Lawrence Art Gallery.

The Seattle Times asks author and UW student Zoe Hana Mikuta what she's reading, as part of a monthly feature.

Before heading off to college, UW student and English major Zoe Hana Mikuta signed a two-book deal with major publisher Macmillan, with the movie rights quickly optioned. The first of those books, a young adult science fiction novel called “Gearbreakers,” comes out June 29; in it, two teen girls fighting opposite sides in a futuristic society fall in love. Shawn Wong, professor of English at the UW, is quoted.

This week, attend several museum exhibitions, the Indigenous walking tour, and more.