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April 30, 2009
‘Triple Play.’
A faculty recital featuring Craig Sheppard, Robin McCabe and her sister, Rachelle McCabe.
Autism genes discovered; help shape connections among brain cells
A national research team including six present and former UW researchers has connected more of the intricate pieces of the autism puzzle, with two studies that identify genes with important contributions to the disorder.
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.
‘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.
Technology and distraction is subject of symposium
A daylong symposium on Technology, Distraction, and Immortality is planned for 9:30 a.
Organization of the Week: The Campus Business and Professional Women
Editor’s note: There are many organizations open to the UW faculty and staff.
Resume review.
The UW Career Center presents a workshop in resumes and cover Letters.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
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.
Contrary to recent hypothesis, ‘chevrons’ are not evidence of megatsunamis
A persistent school of thought in recent years has held that so-called “chevrons,” large U- or V-shaped formations found in some of the world’s coastal areas, are evidence of megatsunamis caused by asteroids or comets slamming into the ocean.
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.
UW hosts Chinese First Councilor Madame Liu
UW President Mark A.
Missing planets attest to destructive power of stars’ tides
During the last two decades, astronomers have found hundreds of planets orbiting stars outside our solar system.
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.
Protecting Puget Sound is subject of symposium
Take an afternoon next month to consider how we might protect and restore Puget Sound with two panels of some of the region’s top experts on science and policy concerning the Sound.
Etc: Campus News & Notes
TOPS IN TELLY: Three UWTV programs were recognized at the 30th Annual Telly Awards.
Remembering Robert Heilman through a life of letters
In the summer of 1947, Robert Heilman, then of Louisiana State University, visited Seattle to discuss joining the UW as chairman of the English Department.
Official Notices
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting Thursday, May 14, at UW Tower.
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.
Two new tools for UW teachers: An online grade book and photos of their students
A shortage of number two pencils has caused a change in the way the UW handles its grade reports.
Behind the stereotypes: Research with students from Mexico, U.S. shows difference in sociability
Stereotypes often paint a partial or false picture of an individual or group.
UW scientists help with family event at Pacific Science Center
The Earth as revealed from satellites, other space craft and planes has been the subject of Pacific Science activities all month and concludes Saturday with hands-on activity stations involving UW scientists from eight units as well as Microsoft, Central Washington University and the National Weather Service.
Gregoire to speak at UW Tacoma Commencement
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UW Marine Affairs faculty help South African university start a maritime studies program
With 500 miles of nearly pristine coastline, the Eastern Cape of South Africa is known for its splendid beaches including Jeffreys Bay, considered one of the five most famous surfing destinations in the world.
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.
Dentistry names first Pacific Continental Bank diversity scholar
By age 35, Rob Piñón had left his roots in Yakima far behind to work in Hawaii, hike in the Andes, work on a Caribbean cruise line, and study in Chile and Russia.
McNair/Early Identification Program Spring Research Conference, May 1-2
Is the benefit of driving a hybrid car worth its cost? What controls the high-velocity gas close to the center of a black hole? When one eye is damaged, does the other eye grow stronger to compensate?
Such questions and more will be addressed by UW students and their faculty advisers at the 17th annual Pacific Northwest Ronald E.
Plugged in: UW is tweeting its way into a new social media ecosystem
Make way: Social media is bulldozing the time-worn landscape of traditional media, one 140-character “tweet” at a time.
Bremner receives 2009 Distinguished Andrologist Award
William J.
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.
Survival mode that protects cells when oxygen is low also slows aging
A biochemical pathway that helps keep cells alive when oxygen is low also plays a role in longevity and resistance against some diseases of old age, according to a report published April 16 in the journal Science.
A fund to help lower-paid UW workers with school costs? Two UW retirees made it happen (and you can contribute)
Two UW retirees have set up a fund that will benefit UW service employees and their families.
April 29, 2009
Sax night.
Students of Michael Brockman are in the spotlight in this annual favorite, presented by the UW School of Music.
April 27, 2009
Combined UW bands.
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic, Concert, and Campus Bands perform in a concert featuring winners of the UW Bands concerto competition.
A Survivor’s Journey.
The first event of Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an art exhibition.
April 26, 2009
Olson on organ.
The Littlefield Organ Series presents Paul Richard Olson, organist and choirmaster of Grace Church in Brooklyn Heights, N.
April 25, 2009
Literary voices.
A benefit for the University Libraries by the Friends of the Libraries.
April 24, 2009
Murder myths.
Many believe that the Pacific Northwest is the world’s serial murder capital, that the violent crime rate continues to spiral upward, and that this is the most dangerous time to live in U.
Seales and guests.
Faculty artist Marc Seales and special guests perform original works from The Paris Suite and from Seales’ upcoming recording, American Songs.
Women in Spanish cinema.
The Center for West European Studies, the Division of Spanish and Portuguese, the Instituto Cervantes and the Northwest Film Forum present “Spanish Cinema: Woman on the Other Side of the Lens,” an international symposium featuring a Spanish woman film director and four distinguished scholars of Spanish film for an afternoon of discussion.
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