UW News


May 7, 2009

Leading expert on teaching with controversy to speak May 8

The UW Center for Multicultural Education and the Area of Curriculum and Instruction present Diana Hess doing the center’s 12th Book Talk, from 11 a.


UW-created American String Project to perform at Benaroya Hall May 14, 16, 17

The American String Project, a 15-member string orchestra started by UW Music Professor Barry Lieberman and his wife, Maria Larionoff, will perform May 14, 16 and 17 at Benaroya Hall.


Happy 50th anniversary, UW Medical Center

When the UW School of Medicine opened in 1946, its leaders quickly became aware that the university needed a medical center of its own so that new doctors could receive a clinical experience consistent with the medical school’s curriculum.


Mother’s Day activities planned at the Arboretum

The Arboretum Foundation and the UW Botanic Gardens’ Education Department will host its annual Mother’s Day event at the Arboretum, from 1 to 4 p.


Mystery Photo

Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.


‘El Ultimo.’

A bilingual production by Teatro Milagro that takes place in Patagonia and explores the power struggle when nature, indigenous Mapuche Shamans and timber interests collide.


Experts to discuss future of Pacific Northwest forestry May 14

More than a dozen experts will discuss the future of forestry in the Pacific Northwest on Thursday, May 14, from 1 to 5 p.


‘Place, Health and Equity.’

A conference bringing together an interdisciplinary group of scholars on the intersections of place, racial and social inequity and human well-being.


Influential fishery biologist to speak May 13

One of the Pacific Northwest’s most influential fishery biologists speaks Wednesday, May 13, about the turbulent transition of U.


Second BFA show opens at Lawrence gallery

The second show of the spring at the Jacob Lawrence Gallery will feature the BFA graduates working in fibers, sculpture, ceramics or painting.


Organization of the week: Professional Staff Organization

Editor’s note: There are many organizations open to the UW faculty and staff.


Jazz, guitar and world music coming from School of Music students

The School of Music’s students of jazz, guitar and ethnomusicology will offer public performances in three separate events in coming days.


May 6, 2009

On Pakistan.

A lecture titled Pakistani Attitudes Towards Militancy In and Beyond Pakistan, by Christine Fair of the Rand Corporation, presented by the Comparative Religion Program.


May 4, 2009

After the raids.

A seminar by the West Coast Poverty Center titled Immigrant Family Life Following Immigration Raids, presented by Ajay Chaudry, director of New York’s Urban Institute Center on Labor, Human Services and Population.


Why the arts matter.

A panel discussion on the arts and why they matter more than ever in this economic crisis.


Why fractals?

Young Ko, a retiree from Weyerhauser Company, presents Fractals Are Everywhere: Why and So What?.


May 3, 2009

‘Mushroom Maynia.’

Sample mushroom treats, use dyes and crayons made from mushrooms to create art, attend a cultivation workshop and more.


May 2, 2009

Vocal jazz.

UW vocal students perform vocal jazz solos.


Sing Sing.

Experience the musical traditions of the indigenous peoples of Australia, Papua New Guinea and West Papua.


April 30, 2009

Political analysts Christine Fair and Walter Russell Mead to speak at Luce Symposium

Global religion and human security are the topics of a three-day Comparative Religion symposium May 6-8, and political scientist Christine Fair will bring ideas not only about those topics but also about food.


Technology and distraction is subject of symposium

A daylong symposium on Technology, Distraction, and Immortality is planned for 9:30 a.


Go mad for mushrooms at the Burke’s Mushroom Maynia!

How do I know if a mushroom is poisonous or not? Do I need a permit to harvest mushrooms in Washington State? How do mushrooms help my garden? Curious fungi fanatics looking for answers to these questions and more are invited to attend the second annual Mushroom Maynia! event at the Burke Museum, from 10 a.


Mystery Photo

Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.


Seaglider monitors waters from Arctic during record-breaking journey under ice

The UW has surpassed its 2-year-old world record for operating a glider under the ice, this time by successfully operating one of its seagliders for six months as it made round trips hundreds of miles in length under the ice at Davis Strait.


UW hosts Chinese First Councilor Madame Liu

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Gregoire to speak at UW Tacoma Commencement

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Now there’s a ‘U-PASS lite’ for walkers, bikers

If you typically walk or bike to work, you may not have thought it important to have a U-PASS.


Vocal Jazz ensembles to perform

Members of the UW Vocal Jazz ensembles, under the direction of Dave Cross, perform solo vocal works in a concert at 7:30 p.


Etc: Campus News & Notes

TOPS IN TELLY: Three UWTV programs were recognized at the 30th Annual Telly Awards.


Official Notices

Board of Regents

The Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting Thursday, May 14, at UW Tower.


‘Triple Play.’

A faculty recital featuring Craig Sheppard, Robin McCabe and her sister, Rachelle McCabe.


Benjamin Schmidt of history to embark on Mellon New Directions Fellowship

Benjamin Schmidt, associate professor of history, has received a highly selective fellowship designed for advanced training of faculty members in subjects that are outside their own disciplines.


‘The Pillowman.’

The Undergraduate Theater Society presents Martin McDonagh’s dark exploration of totalitarian power and the ability of stories to affect our thoughts and actions.


International health experts to discuss evolving swine flu outbreak May 4

David Fleming, director and health officer of Public Health-Seattle & King County, will headline a panel discussion on the evolving swine flu outbreak at 5:30 p.


Resume review.

The UW Career Center presents a workshop in resumes and cover Letters.


UW receives top ranking for sustainability

For the third year in a row, the UW received a grade of A- on the College Sustainability Report Card, issued by the Sustainability Endowments Institute.


Harwood, Raftery elected to the National Academy of Sciences

Two UW professors are among 72 new members and 18 foreign associates from 15 countries who have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.


Organization of the Week: The Campus Business and Professional Women

Editor’s note: There are many organizations open to the UW faculty and staff.


UW names 2009 Magnuson Scholars


The UW has named six people from the health sciences schools as Magnuson Scholars, one of the highest awards given by the University.


April 29, 2009

Sax night.

Students of Michael Brockman are in the spotlight in this annual favorite, presented by the UW School of Music.



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