Arts and Entertainment

  • ArtSci Roundup: April 2026

    Come curious. Leave inspired. The UW offers an exciting lineup of in-person and online events. From thought-provoking art and music to conversations on culture, history, and science, the UW community invites you to explore, learn, and connect across disciplines throughout the University. Sign up to receive a monthly notice when the ArtSci Roundup has been published. ArtSci On Your Own Time or From Your Own Home Video | Katz Distinguished Lectures Playlist (Simpson Center for the Humanities) From Mourning across...

    03/20/2026 | UW News
  • Reintroducing Sub Pop Records

    Sub Pop is frequently mentioned in the same breath as the “Seattle Sound.” It is often cited as a historical event because of its enormous legacy, rather than a label that has an ongoing impact on modern music and is still functioning independently. Sub Pop is actively making your favorite songs, and they are doing it by putting artists first.

    03/13/2026 | The Daily
  • Fiction foray

    Pulitzer-Prize winning editorial cartoonist David Horsey tells stories in long hand with his novel “Beach of Stars.”

    03/01/2026 | University of Washington Magazine
  • ArtSci Roundup: March 2026

    Come curious. Leave inspired. The UW offers an exciting lineup of in-person and online events. From thought-provoking art and music to conversations on culture, history, and science, the UW community invites you to explore, learn, and connect across disciplines throughout the University. And you don’t have to wait until Marchtake a look at everything still happening this February. In addition,sign up to receive a monthly notice when the ArtSci Roundup has been published. ArtSci On Your Own Time Exhibition |...
    02/02/2026 | UW News
  • ArtSci Roundup: February

    While February might be just 28 days, the UW College of Arts & Sciences offers an exciting lineup of more than 40 in-person and online events. From thought-provoking art and music to conversations on culture, history, and science, the UW community invites you to explore, learn, and connect across disciplines throughout the University.

    01/21/2026 | UW News
  • Bringing Music to Life Through Audio Engineering

    UW School of Music alum Andrea Roberts, an audio engineer, has worked with recording artists in a wide range of genres — including Beyoncé.

    December 2025 Perspectives
  • ArtSci Roundup: January

    Trump in the World 2.0 Winter Lecture Series, Ancient Mediterranean Incarceration by UW professor Mark Letteney and Matthew D.C. Larsen, a Grad Lab Concert, and 25+ in-person and online events, podcasts, exhibitions, and more.

    12/29/2025
  • Opinion: A novel idea: Cartoonist David Horsey tries his hand at fiction

    Can a cartoonist be a novelist? Charles Johnson, professor emeritus of English at the UW, thinks so.
    The Seattle Times
  • Local writer named new poet laureate for Bainbridge Island

    The Bainbridge Island City Council approved to have local resident and writer Erin Malone, affiliate associate professor of English at the UW, be the citys new poet laureate through 2027. Malone is the author of Sight of Disappearance, a full-length collection of poems.
    Bainbridge Island Review
  • Holiday gift round-up

    Looking for gifts that go beyond the typical stocking stuffers? This holiday season, wrap a little UW magic and celebrate learning, culture and connection across the University. From museum and arboretum memberships to books and performances, this curated list highlights meaningful ways you can share the spirit of curiosity and generosity.

    UW Magazine
  • Holiday gift round-up

    Looking for gifts that go beyond the typical stocking stuffers? This holiday season, wrap a little UW magic and celebrate learning, culture and connection across the University. From museum and arboretum memberships to books and performances, this curated list highlights meaningful ways you can share the spirit of curiosity and generosity.

    UW Magazine
  • A Healing Heart Returns

    In February, the UW Symphony will perform a symphony that Coast Salish elder Vi Hilbert commissioned years ago to heal the world after the heartbreak of 9/11. The symphony was first performed by the Seattle Symphony in 2006.

    December 2025 Perspectives
  • Low-fly zone

    While some dancers only appear weightless, Rachael Lincoln—with the help of climbing technology—literally defies gravity.

    University of Washington Magazine
  • Need a break from holiday movies? Try these

    For those wanting a break from holiday movies, Cinema & Media Studies faculty and grad students offer suggestions. 

    December 2025 Perspectives
  • The Perks of Being a UW Student

    Opportunities on campus and in the community that are free or discounted for UW students. 

    11/19/2025 | College of Arts & Sciences