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December 4, 2008
Soccer camp planned Dec. 26-28
The UW men’s soccer team is offering the annual Winter Husky Soccer Camp for boys and girls Dec.
Weber recognized for contributions to psychiatric pharmacy
By Melinda Young
School of Pharmacy
The College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists (CPNP) has named the School of Pharmacy’s Stanley Weber the recipient of the 2009 Judith J.
School of Music presents student works, women’s vocal jazz, organ music and guest cellist Julian Schwarz
Student compositions, a holiday organ recital, women’s vocal jazz and cellist Julian Schwarz are among performances offered by the School of Music in coming days.
Health policy interests converge at annual confab
Curious about what health care issues legislators will tackle in the upcoming session? How likely is it that the federal government will enact a universal health care plan? Students, faculty, lawmakers, researchers, health plan administrators and others from across the state discussed these topics and more on Tuesday, Nov.
University Symphony presents Beethoven, Schumann and Bruch works Dec. 5
The University Symphony, under the direction of Peter Erös, will perform at 7:30 p.
What do you have in mind? Ethical questions in neuroscience
New methods for examining and influencing brain activity have led to better treatments for disabling neurological and psychiatric diseases, but they also pose ethical questions about their use inside and outside of medicine.
Run, Nic, run! Staffer raising money with 13 marathons in 12 weeks
Last Friday, when most of us were fattening up on turkey leftovers or shopping, UW staffer Nic Plemel ran more than 27 miles through the forest near Gig Harbor.
Chan and Coldwell appointed to endowed dentistry posts
By Steve Steinberg
School of Dentistry
The Washington Dental Service (WDS) and the UW School of Dentistry have announced two key academic appointments.
Official Notices
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents will hold a regular public meeting at 3 p.
Harborview and UW Medical Center art on display at Seattle City Hall
Forty-two artworks from the collections of Harborview Medical Center and UW Medical Center will be on display in The Picture of Health, a free exhibition at Seattle City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave.
Scorelator: New virtual TA grades programming homework in seconds
Nathan Kutz, UW applied mathematics professor, felt particularly daunted when he realized that more than 200 students had enrolled in his fall quarter course, Beginning Scientific Computing.
Faculty honored for outstanding work
Pellegrini and Elmore named to Robert Wood Johnson advisory committee
Two UW faculty members, Dr.
Peer Portfolio
SCHOOL AFTER WAR: The University of Missouri is opening the new MU Veterans Center, designed to be “one-stop shopping” for war veterans returning to school.
Health Sciences Events
Center for Interdisciplinary Geriatric Research Lecture Dec.
Elementary school intervention increases mental, sexual health, economic status
Fifteen years after they completed an intervention program designed to help their social development in elementary school, young adults reported better mental health, sexual health and higher educational and economic achievement than a control group of young adults who didn’t receive the intervention, according to a new study.
UW staffer happily hawking — hedgehogs!
From the moment she first saw the picture, Anne Graham was captivated.
Spicy Puget Sound: Fish swim in ‘big, dilute latte,’ research shows
‘Tis the season and the waters of Puget Sound are “flush” with holiday spices and flavorings.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Paul Yager named chair of bioengineering
Paul Yager, acting chair of the UW Department of Bioengineering since 2007, became department chair on Nov.
First World Report on Child Injury to be introduced at UW: Global experts to speak at forum Dec. 11
The first world report on child injury prevention will be introduced at the UW in an international forum from 2-5 p.
Six-year study: School finance systems work against student learning
Public school finance systems around the United States are outmoded and failing to support the effective education of America’s children, according to a six-year national study led by the UW’s <A href="http://www.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service is Jan. 19
During Martin Luther King, Jr.
Final for freshman event planning seminar is an event itself
For 21 UW freshmen, the culmination of one of their fall classes isn’t a final exam, but an event.
Combined Fund Drive extended a week to Dec. 12
The Combined Fund Drive (CFD), Washington State’s workplace giving campaign, will be extended until Dec.
Lauded Harlem Quartet to play Meany Hall on Dec. 9
The Harlem Quartet, the ensemble whose mission is to engage young and new audiences and to advance diversity in the world of classical music, will appear in Meany Hall at 8 p.
Terrorism: It’s not just Sept. 11, students learn
What is “terrorism”? Many Americans immediately think of the events of a single day — Sept.
December 2, 2008
Holiday CarolFest.
The Chamber Singers, University Chorale, University Singers, Women’s Choir, Gospel Choir, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and UW Men’s Glee Club present their annual winter holiday recital.
November 25, 2008
Choral evening.
The University Chorale and Chamber Singers, the UW’s premiere choral groups, join up for an evening of choral excellence.
November 24, 2008
Financial crisis: Perspectives from the UW.
Three UW faculty members — Jonathan Karpoff, Lew Mandell and David Domke — discuss the ongoing world economic troubles, and KUOW’s Steve Sher moderates.
November 22, 2008
Meet the mammals.
Discover the diversity of mammals, ranging from shrews to whales.
November 20, 2008
Bio-Molecular Imaging Center gives researchers unique view of diseases and conditions
Magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, is used in hospitals and physician’s offices around the world to help diagnose a wide variety of patient conditions, from bone and joint problems to circulatory conditions.
School of Drama peeks behind the Iron Curtain with powerful comedy, ‘The Quick-Change Room’
The UW School of Drama continues its 2008-09 season with The Quick-Change Room: Scenes from a Revolution, Nagle Jackson’s hilarious and powerful backstage comedy about a Russian theater group transforming itself from the Communist economy to capitalism.
Track your fitness, environmental impact with new cell phone applications
Planning on gobbling a few extra treats this holiday season? Soon, your cell phone may be able to help you maintain your exercise routine and keep the pounds off over winter months, without your having to lift a finger to keep track.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
A commitment to the CFD, even from a temporary staffer
Name: Lori Huskey
UW Job: Campaign Executive
CFD-related activity: Campaign executive for the UW Combined Fund Drive
For how long? Her temporary position with the campaign runs from August through January.
Mammals rule at Burke Museum Family Day Nov. 22
Discover the incredible diversity of mammals from around the world at the Burke Museum’s third annual Meet the Mammals family event, 10 a.
Dennis Lang: The activist behind disability studies at the UW
For someone who volunteers his time at the UW, Dennis Lang, guiding light behind the Disability Studies Program, has made a tremendous mark on the University.
School of Music ensembles present jazz, percussion and more
Ensembles will rule in instrumental presentations in coming days from the School of Music.
New member of UW Emergency Management creates sessions on disaster response
If the Seattle region were struck by a severe earthquake, and it happened during a workday, you probably wouldn’t be able to travel home quickly.
Financial Crisis: Perspectives from the UW
Three UW faculty members will discuss the ongoing world economic troubles at 7:30 p.
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