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Magnuson Park’s ‘Fin Project’ makes whales, not war, out of old weapons
The piece called “The Fin Project: From Swords into Plowshares” was created in 1998 by artist John T. Young, professor and chair of the UW School of Art's sculpture program.
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Linda Buck, Dale Chihuly and Theodore Roethke among visionaries honored by The Academy of Achievement
The organization that honors Rosa Parks, Elie Wiesel, and Jane Goodall has also celebrated three members of the UW community. Honorees include: neurobiologist Linda B. Buck, ’75; Theodore Roethke, English professor at the UW, 1947-1963; and master glass artist Dale Chihuly, ’65.
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Seattle Civic Poet Shin Yu Pai launches new public poetry project on April 1
National Poetry Month takes place every year in April. Its purpose is to increase awareness and appreciation of poetry nationwide. This year, Seattle residents will have the privilege and pleasure of discovering, installed throughout various parts of the city, poems by local poets on topics of place and sustainability. Jayme Yen, former artist in residence in design at the UW, is mentioned.
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Two Majors, Complementary Skills
Elizabeth Xiong (2024), a double major in art history and computer science, shares how she gained different and complementary skills from each major.
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April 20: Arts and Sciences Events at Admitted Student Day
Admitted students and families can engage with the College of Arts and Sciences through several department and program specific events over the next few weeks.
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How a Millennial Estée Lauder Built a Widely Popular Beauty Brand
To build a brand—and to fill a room—Ms. Bodnar has played not on her name but on consumers’ desire to do good with their dollars and belong to something bigger than… well, beauty. Call her the Estée Lauder that hustle culture built. Karissa Bodnar, School of Art alumni, is featured.
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The reopening of the Jacob Lawrence Gallery
The gallery dedicated to late UW Art Professor Lawrence was relocated from the basement to a space at the front of the building facing Stevens Way. With new lights, better internet connectivity, security, and climate control, contributing writer Corissa Bradley explains how the new facility will serve as a gathering place for artists and students.
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ArtSci Roundup: Diversity Lecture Series, Jacob Lawrence Gallery Reopening, Sacred Breath, and more.
This week, attend the Diversity Lecture Series “Unveiling Maternal Morbidity and Mortality in the United States”, celebrate the Jacob Lawrence Gallery Reopening, listen to Indigenous storytellers at Sacred Breath, and more. November 13, 3:00 – 4:30pm | Diversity Lecture Series: “Unveiling Maternal Morbidity and Mortality in the United States: Disparities and Challenges in Women’s Health”,... -
I am First-Generation: Leo Carmona
"I think that my experience as a first-gen really gave me an awareness of and empathy for the world around me that is reflected across all areas of my work. Since my college days, the concepts of social justice, cultural identity, diversity, and inclusion became fundamental aspects of how I approach my personal and professional life — from the stories I want/need to share, the communities I want to make an impact on, to voicing my ideas and concerns on practices that will improve the experiences and outcomes for all students, staff, and faculty." - Leo Carmona (B.A., Psychology, 2016), Media Relations Specialist, School of Art + Art History + Design
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We are First-Generation: College of Arts & Sciences Faculty and Staff
In the College of Arts & Sciences, we are proud to celebrate our first-generation community through a collection of stories! We honor our faculty and staff, and their many contributions to our university community and beyond.
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Shaping the Future
In the hands of the UW’s influential industrial designers, form and function combine to make art. The School of Art + Art History + Design is mentioned.
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ArtSci Roundup: Faculty Concert, The Secret Language of Art Radicals, and more
This week, explore “how to use art for resistance” with Elisheba Johnson, head to Meany Hall for an engaging performance by the Turtle Island Quartet, and more.
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ArtSci Roundup: Kicking the school year off with the Henry Art Gallery, Dawg Daze, and more
Through public events and exhibitions, connect with the UW community every week. This week, attend gallery exhibitions, Dawg Daze events, and more. As the UW community returns to campus, consider taking advantage of campus perks available to UW employees and students.
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Dawg Daze Digest: Planetarium Shows, Art Tours, Trivia, Information Sessions and more!
Kick off the Autumn quarter and celebrate a return to campus with these can’t-miss recommendations from the College of Arts & Sciences.
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Nacogdoches artist to be featured in Washington D.C. ‘Women to Watch’ exhibition
Arely Morales (MFA 2017) was selected to participate at the National Museum of Women in the Arts' Women to Watch 2024 exhibition in Washington DC next April. Also featured in a KTRE 9 article.