Archive
November 21, 2002
When leaves come down, gardeners rev up
While the average employee is admiring the color of the leaves on campus, at least 30 people are thinking more about how to get rid of them.
School of Medicine wins community service award
The UW School of Medicine received the Association of American Medical Colleges 2002 Award for Outstanding Community Service at the group’s annual meeting in San Francisco last weekend.
Concert celebrates 27 years of UW composer’s work
Most people get a cake for their birthday; Diane Thome got a concert for hers.
November 20, 2002
Vaccine against HPV-16, a virus linked to cervical cancer, appears effective
A study involving almost 2,400 women has shown that a vaccine that prevents infection with one of the viruses linked to cervical cancer is generally safe and effective.
November 19, 2002
Nisqually quake damaged nearly 300,000 Puget Sound area households
Even though it wasn’t the “big one,” last year’s Nisqually earthquake caused damage to nearly 300,000 residences or almost one out of every four households in the Puget Sound area, according to a new University of Washington study.
Minority business award winners evade impacts of slowing economy
Demonstrating the amount of wealth minority-owned firms contribute to the state even in a sluggish economy, winners of the University of Washington Minority Business Awards saw their revenues grow in 2001.
November 18, 2002
UW chooses vice provost of intellectual property and tech transfer
James Severson, current president of the Cornell Research Foundation, has been selected to become vice provost for intellectual property and technology transfer at the University of Washington.
November 15, 2002
National program expands to educate campus leaders and encourage students with disabilities to enter science-oriented careers
A national UW-led program that teaches students with disabilities to use technology as a prominent ingredient in their recipes for success is celebrating a landmark birthday with new programs to reach out to university administrators and encourage students to pursue careers in science and engineering.
November 14, 2002
McCormick years draw to a close
This week the University of Washington says goodbye to President Richard L.
UW professor studies cultural clues to aid in fostering technological savvy
Contrary to what most Americans seem to think, a computer with an on-line connection does not always equal Internet access.
Crack up at Eggonaut Competition Friday
Humpty Dumpty’s trip from wall to ground is nothing compared to the perilous voyage facing passengers in the First Annual “Eggonaut” Competition for Earth and Space Sciences.
Denman Forestry Issues Series considers sustainability
Everybody from scientists to citizens is contemplating how to manage natural resources in a sustainable way.
UW Photography Group opens show
A show opening Friday, Nov.
Panel to discuss Nickel and Dimed in Seattle
The Campus Business & Professional Women will present a panel on Nickel & Dimed in Seattle at noon on Friday, Nov.
E-Learning subscriptions available Dec. 2
UW Training and Development (T&D) is providing another way for staff and faculty to access professional and personal development.
1912 pole features fearsome cannibal woman
The Burke Museum raised two totem poles this week in conjunction with the current exhibition, Out of the Silence: The Enduring Power of Totem Poles.
Native American Arts part of Burke Family Day
The Burke Museum will hold its annual Family Day from 10 a.
Teachers who write prove best for student writers
Pam Forbush remembers well that day in 1996 when she was given 45 minutes to write about anything she wished.
UW gets World Citizen Award
The UW received the 2002 World Citizen Award from the World Affairs Council of Seattle this week in recognition of the University’s “longstanding leadership in research and education on global issues.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Understanding hormones that regulate body weight
A baseball pitcher warming up in the bullpen, an actress’ understudy and an airplane copilot, are all back-ups capable of performing an essential function when needed.
Science Groove
Do Peterson’s biostatistics dissertation starts out with folk, progresses to bluegrass and continues on through funk, disco, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll.
Secretin fails to reduce symptoms of autism
Secretin, touted as a possible cure for autism just three years ago, is not a magic bullet that relieves the symptoms of the developmental disorder, report researchers at the UW and the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Career paths one key to evaluating, improving doctoral education
The University of Washington is now home to the only center for the study of graduate education in the United States.
Applicants choose programs leading quickly to jobs
This year’s applicants for UW Educational Outreach (UWEO) certificates seem to be favoring professional, short-term programs that allow them to find work quickly, possibly because of the continuing weak economy in the Puget Sound.
November 12, 2002
Natural or synthetic secretin does not reduce symptoms of autism, study shows
Secretin, touted as a possible cure for autism just three years ago, is not a magic bullet that relieves the symptoms of the developmental disorder, report researchers at the University of Washington and the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.
Half of older adults with high blood pressure don’t have it under control, and face significant risks
At least half of older adults with hypertension do not have their blood pressure controlled to normal levels, according to a survey of 5,888 patients around the country.
November 9, 2002
Association of American Medical Colleges honors University of Washington medical school for community service
The University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine is the recipient of the Association of American Medical Colleges 2002 Award for Outstanding Community Service. The award, given annually to just one medical school in the country, was presented here tonight at the association’s annual meeting.
Association of American Medical Colleges honors University of Washington medical school for community service
The University of Washington (UW) School of Medicine is the recipient of the Association of American Medical Colleges 2002 Award for Outstanding Community Service.
November 7, 2002
The eyes have it, for babies learning about the world
Adults often believe infants are off in their own world, but a new study indicates they are more tuned into the wider world and what the people around them are doing than previously thought.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Grant funds educational opportunity center
A five-year grant of just over $1 million from the U.
Ward named to American Academy of Nursing
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USER project team working on Web-based record keeping
With a promising new Web-based record-keeping system nearing completion, some areas of the UW campus are planning to eighty-six the unwieldy form 220 in the near future.
Garcia honored
Charlie Garcia, assistant dean for multicultural affairs in the School of Medicine, will receive a Service Award from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) Group on Student Affairs-Minority Affairs Section (GSA-MAS) on Nov.
Etc.
FOOTBALL HARVEST: If you’re going to the Huskies’ last home football game of the season Nov.
In the winter, smoke from wood burning pollutes
The evenings get chillier and darker.
Repatriation of remains is topic of confab
The ongoing Kennewick Man dispute and proposed rules covering the disposition of culturally unidentifiable human remains are the agenda for the first Seattle meeting of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Review Committee this week.
Combined Fund Drive
Editor’s Note: The Combined Fund Drive runs through Nov.
Notices
ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES
Applications Wanted
The Institute for Ethnic Studies in the United States (IESUS) invites applications from University of Washington faculty members who are engaged in or are beginning projects on ethnic issues in the United States.
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