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October 21, 2010
Of tribes and whales: Charlotte Cote publishes ‘Spirits of Our Whaling Ancestors’
When Charlotte Cote was growing up on the western coast of Vancouver Island, she constantly heard stories about whaling, even though no actual whaling had been done there since 1928.
Disability expert Sue Kroeger to visit, speak Oct.25, 26
Nationally recognized disability expert and scholar Sue Kroeger will visit the UW Oct.
Smaller Faculty Senate begins new year with communication as key
The Faculty Senate begins a new year at 2:30 p.
New ‘Diversity Blueprint’ is the beginning of a process, Lange says
The Diversity Blueprint, which articulates a set of priorities for achieving an integrated vision for campus diversity, is really the beginning of a process that must be implemented at the grass roots in order to succeed, according to Sheila Edwards Lange, vice president and vice provost for minority affairs and diversity.
Civil rights leaders to discuss ‘freedom dreams’
Two longtime civil rights and social justice activists will headline a distinctive event this month at UW Tacoma.
Computer music by Joseph Anderson is featured in concert
The Center for Digital Arts and Experimental Media presents an evening of computer music by composer Joseph Anderson on Tuesday, Oct.
New survey shows voters oppose income tax, favor Murray over Rossi
Washington state voters are focused on jobs and the economy, and they’re anti-tax, according to a new survey that also shows incumbent Patty Murray ahead of former state Sen.
Welcome event for UW Autism Center Director Wendy Stone looks at autism science
“Autism Science: From Research to Clinic and Back Again” is the topic of a welcome event this month for the new director of the UW Autism Center, Wendy Stone.
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CLEVER CROWS: When PBS’ program, Nature, takes a look at crows on Sunday, Oct.
Hot dogs, tacos, barbecue and more: Good street eats now on Red Square
There’s Motosurf, and then there’s Siganos, which is part of the formidable thing they call Megatron.
Molecular Engineering and Science Institute to address energy and medicine; UW bioengineer named director
What if doctors had tools to pinpoint the location of disease inside the body’s cells? What if window panes captured solar energy that could be used to power homes? Molecular engineering, sometimes called molecular manufacturing or molecular systems, is very small-scale construction made possible by advances in chemical synthesis that allows for this new class of nanotechnology.
Biologist hopes new ‘condos’ will help Galapagos penguins stave off extinction
Think of it as Habitat for Penguinity.
Faculty violist Melia Watras to perform Oct. 25
Faculty violist Melia Watras will perform a concert of contemporary works for the viola and the pieces that inspired their creation at 7: 30 p.
The UW’s last presidential visit: A different world in 1961
President Barack Obama will speak at the UW today, Thursday, Oct.
Wind Ensemble to perform chamber concert Oct. 24
Members of the UW Wind Ensemble will perform at 1:30 p.
Getting LEAN: Units learn to shed inefficiencies with new philosophy
Finance & Facilities has gone on a LEAN diet to become more efficient and responsive to its customers, creating culture change that empowers line employees.
Guest Artist Recital: Bassoonist Pascal Gallois, Oct. 29
Renowned French bassoonist Pascal Gallois — a member of the famed Paris-based Ensemble Intercontemporain — will perform at 7:30 p.
Take a Course in ‘Young Love 101’ at School of Drama’s ‘Love’s Labour’s Lost’
A king and three of his nobles swear off earthly pleasures and seclude themselves in an academy for three years.
Honoring each other: Nominations open for annual campus awards
Every day you work alongside people who are fabulous at what they do.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Why I chose UW Medicine: My primary care physician knows me well and my providers consult as a team
UW Medicine comprises seven entities with a single mission of improving health, both locally and globally.
UW Medicine physicians participate in concussion roundtable
On Oct.
President Obama to address noon rally at Hec Edmundson Pavilion
President Barack Obama will speak at rally being held at noon Thursday, Oct.
Pain conference brings together a variety of health and social service professionals
Prescription opiate use and misuse has received considerable national attention because of the growing number of deaths associated with prescription pain killers, a blackmarket in pills, and the rise in drug-seeking and addiction rates.
‘McCarthy and the Old Woman’
Florence Bean James Lives! James (1892-1988) co-founded and led the legendary Seattle Repertory Playhouse, housed in the present-day Jones Playhouse, and was a political activist, gifted speaker, and inspiration for countless theatre artists and audiences in Seattle.
Celebration of life for Paul Steven Miller planned Oct. 25
The UW School of Law will have a community gathering to celebrate the life of Paul Steven Miller, the Henry M.
President Obama pleases a purple and gold crowd in UW campaign stop
President Barack Obama addressed — and delighted — a packed, purple house of Huskies at Hec Edmondson Pavilion today, part of a whistlestop-style tour to get out the Democratic vote, especially for Sen.
Come plant a tree on Oct. 28
Want to help make a green campus even greener? Volunteers are needed to help plant 15 to 20 Deodar Cedar trees at the north end of the E-1 parking lot between 10 a.
October 16, 2010
Faculty recital
Faculty oboist Shannon Spicciati and guest oboist Keri McCarthy, from Washington State University present a program of solo and duo literature for the oboe, including works by Schumann, Rathbun, Tann, and others.
October 15, 2010
‘William Kentridge: Anything is Possible’
A screening of the new, hour-long documentary about the South African artist.
October 14, 2010
A Conversation With Steve Ballmer
Joint the Computer Science and Engineering department for A Conversation with Steve Ballmer, Microsoft CEO.
Get ready for the flu season
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Why I chose UW Medicine: Convenient locations and the best providers — our UW colleagues
UW Medicine comprises seven entities with a single mission of improving health, both locally and globally.
Flu shot clinics.
Seasonal flu shot clinics for UW faculty and staff.
Presidential search committee seeks input from community
What leadership qualities should the next permanent UW president have? The Presidential Search Advisory Committee is welcoming input from the UW community and friends of the University in the search process in a series of public discussions in coming weeks.
Service Learning Resource Center launches website created by Information School students
The problem: Plenty of UW Health Sciences students were willing to volunteer for service learning projects and plenty of projects needed their help, but there was no central clearinghouse, no place where the two groups could connect.
How did humans live 12,000 years ago? Find out at Ice Age Archaeology Day
The Burke Museum presents a day of exhibits and talks on what life was like during the coldest time the state has ever known – the last Ice Age.
Gateway to Chile garden’s opening celebration Oct. 17
Sunday, Oct.
When in Rome: Study-abroad students increase alcohol intake
For American students, spending a semester or two studying in a foreign country means the opportunity to improve foreign language skills and become immersed in a different culture.
Treating the paradox of paradoxical vocal fold motion
Sometimes in her work at the UW, Julie Dunlap puts on her shorts and running shoes.
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