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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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New UW program hopes to bridge gaps between Native-American students and non-Native teachers
The University of Washington's new two-year Native Education Certificate blends online learning with hands-on projects to build relationships in Native American communities. -
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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Diversity takes center stage at Airbnb's annual tech conference
This year, the annual Airbnb conference, OpenAir, will focus on a different challenge for the company and the tech industry: diversity and inclusion. -
Parents wrote about their transgender 5-year-old, and readers had strong reactions
Ron and Vanessa Ford are the parents of a 5-year-old transgender child. A recent UW study is referenced. -
Portrait of a researcher
Challenging perceptions about the academic contributions of men of color and student athletes.
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She’s a theater legend — but still often the only black person in the room
Valerie Curtis-Newton directs the UW graduate acting and directing programs. Off-campus, she’s developed a career as a freelance stage director. -
A transgender child's journey
Eight-year-old Rachel White’s transgender journey has only begun. Despite support at home and school, there is no easy path ahead. -
Airbnb bans N. Carolina host as accounts of racism rise
Airbnb banned a host in North Carolina Wednesday after he used racist language to tell a woman who had just booked a room she was not welcome because she was black. -
The gay Cuban-American breaking barriers in Washington
University leaders might talk about the virtues of diversity but they don't often embody it. -
Turkish Jews Proudly Defend Last Sephardic Homeland — Even as Some Flee
Current state of Ottoman Jews in light of the political climate in Turkey under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Professor Devin Naar is quoted. -
‘Roots,’ remade for a new era
The revival of "Roots" aims to deliver a visceral punch of the past to a younger demographic, consumed anew by questions of race, inequality and heritage. -
Following Our Students' Steps Through Rome
An A&S board member shares her experience of traveling in Rome with English professor Shawn Wong and Office of Minority Affairs and Diversity students.
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A Tailored Approach to Trauma Intervention
Working with Somali community leaders, a UW psychology professor has developed a trauma intervention program for the Somali community.
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Face of America should include you, me and her
Shirley Yee, professor of gender, women and sexuality studies at the UW, is featured in this column about how equality is portrayed in America.