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Come lend your voice to the future of the U District’s Green Streets

The University District
The University District

The U District community has designated three corridors as “green streets” through public outreach on the U District Urban Design Framework and meetings with neighborhood groups. Come weigh in on a discussion about aesthetic improvements, bus routes, pedestrian safety, bike facilities, and parking.on these corridors on Wednesday, April 16, 5:30-7 pm, at University Heights Community Center, 5031 University Way NE.

“D Week” spotlights deaf and disability culture

Aurora Levins Morales
Aurora Levins Morales Photo: Author photo

The D Center at the University of Washington is sponsoring the first annual “D Week” to educate the community about Deaf and Disability culture. All events are free, and both voice and American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting and captioning will be provided. Tonight, don’t miss Aurora Levins Morales, writer, poet, activist, and historian, speaking at 6:30 pm in the HUB.

UW Science Now at Town Hall

UW Science Now speaker
UW Science Now speaker Photo: UW photo

UW Science Now, which trains University of Washington graduate students to communicate their research to the general public, kicks off with two speakers at Seattle’s Town Hall April 9 and 11.

 

Don’t miss Paws on Science, now thru Sunday!

Paws on Science Earthworm Exhibit
Paws on Science Earthworm Exhibit Photo: University of Washington photo

Join University of Washington scientists and researchers for the fifth annual Paws-on Science: Husky Weekend at Pacific Science Center on April 4–6, 2014. Watch this video to learn more about exhibits and hands-on activities from 49 UW programs at this family-friendly event, and bring your Husky Card or UW Alumni Association Member Card to receive a 22% discount on general exhibit admission for you and your guests.