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Celebrating Persian Lives, On Stage
UW senior Rhoya Sarikhani Selden explored her Persian heritage in a play that celebrates Iranian Americans from diverse backgrounds.
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Righting history: Every month is Black History Month at BlackPast.org
UW professor Quintard Taylor is blowing students’ minds in class and with his website devoted to black history.
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A Deep Dive into History & Race
In his academic work and community involvement, Dustin Abrahamson is committed to addressing racism.
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Realizing a Dream—in an Art Studio
Tzyy Yi Young's artistic talent impressed her teachers and peers—and the design company Roche Bobois.
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From Racehorses to Research
When an assistant racehorse trainer and mother of three returned to school, she discovered a passion for research.
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Portrait of a researcher
Challenging perceptions about the academic contributions of men of color and student athletes.
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Spring Break of Service
For UW students involved in the Pipeline Project, spring break means teaching in classrooms across Washington.
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Cultivating Discovery
A new video shows how we are giving the next generation of scientists a head start by empowering them to do original research as undergraduates.
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UW alumnus Benjamin Lee selected as Carnegie Junior Fellow
For 2015 University of Washington graduate Benjamin Lee, the opportunity to participate in the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Junior Fellowship program is a dream come true. -
Training the Brain
Psychology major Marissa Pighin, is using her experience at UW's I-LABS to better support students like herself who are diagnosed with ADHD. -
Graphic novels and the art of Jewish memory
Tamar Benzikry, UW Class of 2005, returned to campus as the instructor for "Graphic Novels and Jewish Memory." Read more about Benzikry's passion for arts and education. -
Twenty-one-year-old political science student elected to city council position
Voters overwhelmingly chose Russell Wiita, 21, as Sultan’s newest councilman. He is a senior majoring in political science. -
China, Revisited
Jane Yang, a UW sophomore who grew up in Shanghai, is teaching the UW men’s basketball team about her language and culture. Now, she’s looking at her home — and herself — with fresh eyes. -
A Strong Voice for Pacific Islander Students
Anthropology major Alina Aleaga developed curricula that encourage Pacific Islander students to explore their heritage—and the Burke Museum.
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Danny Shelton, anthropology major, and first round NFL draft pick
Danny initially came to the UW thinking he wanted to go into law enforcement, but soon turned to anthropology where he realized he could learn about, and stay connected to, his Samoan ancestry.