March 18, 2005
Suzanne Trager Ortega selected as dean of the UW Graduate School
University of Washington President Mark Emmert has selected Suzanne Trager Ortega, vice provost for advanced studies and dean of graduate school at the University of Missouri-Columbia, as dean and vice provost of the UW Graduate School, effective Aug.
March 3, 2005
Hard work still ahead in Legislature, Hodgins says
The state Legislature may have completed half of its session according to the calendar, but the bulk of the hard work remains to be accomplished, says UW Director of State Relations Randy Hodgins.
Four UW profs win Sloan Research Fellowships
Four UW faculty members have been awarded Sloan Research Fellowships, given to the very best young faculty in the country in designated scientific fields.
February 17, 2005
Fund recipients cross disciplinary boundaries to move forward
The first awards from the Fund for Innovation and Redesign, made last year, are facilitating groundbreaking discussions and work across disciplines, according to the interim reports submitted by 11 awardees.
Edie honored for public service
Bob Edie, who was the UW director of government relations from 1986 to 1995 and vice president for university relations from 1996 to 1999, has received the Robert G.
February 10, 2005
Higher ed a focus in Olympia
Attention to issues surrounding the UW and higher education in general is at a “fever pitch” in Olympia, according to Randy Hodgins, UW director of state relations.
Morris leaves legacy of innovation, opportunity, service
If a generation of college students is four years, more or less, then Ernest R.
January 27, 2005
State’s economic forecast looking rosier these days
The worst-kept secret in Olympia is that the next revenue forecast by the state’s chief economist is likely to be decidedly better than recent flat projections.
January 20, 2005
Going for the jugular: Cartoonist Horsey to speak
David Horsey, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer’s two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist, will speak at 7 p.
January 13, 2005
Patricia Spakes named UWT chancellor
UW President Mark Emmert has selected Patricia Spakes, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, to become chancellor of UW Tacoma, effective April 4.
January 6, 2005
Patricia Spakes named chancellor of UW Tacoma
University of Washington President Mark Emmert has selected Patricia Spakes, provost and vice president for academic affairs at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, to become chancellor of University of Washington, Tacoma, effective April 4, 2005.
Governor or no, UW and higher ed budgets will loom large in 2005 legislature
The Washington State Legislature will open its session Jan.
UW first university chosen for emergency training
The UW is the first higher education institution in the country to be chosen for participation in a prestigious emergency management training course offered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Attend to security or risk Internet ostracism, computer expert warns
Any individual who does not attend to his or her computer’s security could be responsible for having all UW messages banned from major Internet service providers, UW computer experts warn.
December 9, 2004
Intelligence reforms unlikely to prevent terrorist attack, Gorton says
The Congressional response to the recommendations of the 911 Commission is unlikely to prevent future terrorist attacks in the United States, according to former Washington Senator Slade Gorton.
November 18, 2004
UW Regents approve appointment of UW’s first chief investment officer
The University of Washington Board of Regents today (Nov.
UW librarian translates classic Slovenian novel
It’s a novel about the founder of a sect of assassins driven by an extreme interpretation of Islam.
November 4, 2004
UW Bothell, Tacoma, plan major growth
Both UW Bothell and UW Tacoma, in self studies mandated by the state legislature, plan dramatic growth over the coming decade to meet the higher education needs of their communities.
Faculty to jazz up Meany
A jazz concert, like a traditional wedding, usually has four components: something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.
Ground to be broken on new kind of building
The University will break ground Friday, Nov.
October 28, 2004
Grant to help UW lessen impact of natural disasters
The University of Washington was recently selected as one of 28 universities to participate in a national program to save lives and lessen property loss and economic damage from natural disasters on their respective campuses.
Human Resources: 300 more UW staffers eligible for overtime
The UW’s Human Resources Department has just concluded a review of more than 2,500 staff positions to determine which ones are eligible for overtime compensation under new rules announced late this summer by the U.
October 18, 2004
2004 Autumn Quarter enrollments
Seattle Campus Information
The University of Washington’s Seattle campus enrollment for autumn quarter 2004 is 39,199, including 1,691 non-matriculated students (those who are not seeking degrees) enrolled in credit courses through University Educational Outreach.
October 14, 2004
Students call, students listen: It’s U-CALL, and it’s new
U-CALL: Students helping students, over the phone
Sometimes, students just need someone to talk to who won’t judge them or tell them what to do. U-CALL is a new service that does just that, at times when other counseling isn’t available. It’s not therapy, just someone to lend an ear, and make referrals if necessary.
October 7, 2004
‘Creating futures’: UW calls state together
The UW is holding a party for thousands of its closest friends to celebrate the accomplishments of students, faculty and staff and their contributions to the region and society.
UW honors program challenges the brightest
How do you recruit faculty for a program that is not able to offer lavish support or huge salaries, that won’t likely generate articles in prestigious journals, and that probably involves more work than your average class?
You offer them an opportunity to work with some of the smartest undergraduates in Washington.
September 30, 2004
Environmental stewardship: A UW commitment
When the UW Tacoma celebrated its recognition for sustainable building design last week, it was only one example of a universitywide commitment to environmental stewardship.
University Book Store: A history of philanthropy to the UW
What organization has the longest tradition of philanthropy in connection with the UW? A strong case can be made for the University Book Store.
September 22, 2004
‘Come Together Washington’ October 15
WHAT: A celebration of the contributions of our community and University of Washington students faculty and staff in support of our society, our region and our world.
August 19, 2004
2004-05 University of Washington Undergraduate Scholar award recipients
Vice President for Student Affairs Ernest R.
Renewal of critical buildings sought
The UW has embarked on a program to seek funding from the state for renewing 16 critical buildings over the next 10 to 15 years.
August 17, 2004
2004-05 University of Washington National Merit Scholarship recipients
Vice President for Student Affairs Ernest R.
2004-05 University of Washington President’s Scholarship recipient
Vice President for Student Affairs Ernest R.
August 9, 2004
UW Libraries to help preserve agricultural literature
The University of Washington Libraries is part of a national project to preserve agricultural literature on microfilm.
June 25, 2004
GEAR UP helps student plan for, succeed in higher ed
About 1,000 middle and high school students from across the state will be spending a week this summer at the University of Washington, taking courses designed and taught by UW faculty, as part of a program to help them plan for a college education.
June 24, 2004
Innovative programs win support from fund: Total of $1.2 million goes to 11 projects from a variety of units
Innovative programs ranging from English language classes for UW employees to an interdisciplinary degree program in humanitarian relief received support from the Fund for Innovation and Redesign.
June 8, 2004
Seventh Annual University of Washington Faculty Field Tour: Five-day journey connects new faculty to Washington’s communities
Thirty new UW professors and librarians will venture on a five-day tour of Washington in order to discover the culture, geography and economics of the state as part of the seventh annual Faculty Field Tour.
June 3, 2004
First TA union contract OK’d
Members of the Graduate Student Employee Action Coalition/United Auto Workers union, representing 4,600 academic student employees, have voted overwhelmingly to ratify the first-ever agreement reached between the union and the UW.
Graduates converge for commencement
About 12,000 students will receive their degrees and stroll toward the future in University of Washington commencement exercises this month that will feature two two-time Pulitzer Prize-winners, an author-activist and an astronaut.
June 2, 2004
129th Commencement at UW’s Seattle campus–2 p.m., June 12, Husky Stadium
Lee L. Huntsman, University of Washington president, will officiate at Commencement ceremonies in Seattle, as well as Commencement ceremonies of UW Bothell June 13. Acting Provost David Thorud will officiate at UW Tacoma’s Commencement ceremonies June 11.
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