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November 10, 2010
By popular request: A DVD about anatomy for dancers
When Dance Professor Jennifer Salk gave presentations at conferences, people often asked her if they could record her performance so they could look at it later for reference.
Show of hands: New screens in Meany Hall will show pianists’ hand movements up close
The acoustics of Meany Hall are splendid, so when musicians play, the audience hears everything beautifully.
New director of the UW’s Robinson Center plans challenging classrooms for all children
Nancy Hertzog had one heck of a first day teaching elementary school: one of her students pulled the fire alarm and then vanished — later he was found hitchhiking by the assistant superintendent — as fire and police forces descended on the school.
Carpe Diem String Quartet to play Meany Nov. 23
Carpe Diem String Quartet performs at 8 p.
UW Medicine lauded for transplant, organ donation excellence
UW Medical Center was recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration (<A href="http://www.
Charles Johnson to deliver Libraries Maxine Cushing Gray Lecture, Nov. 19
Charles Johnson, recipient of the 2010 Maxine Cushing Gray Visiting Writers Fellowship Award at UW Libraries, will give a lecture at 7 p.
Why I chose UW Medicine: I was having twins!
Dr.
Good dogs! Summit Assistance Dogs is a heart-warming CFD choice
Editor’s note: Through the 2010 Combined Fund Drive campaign, University Week will spotlight agencies that receive CFD funds and members of the UW community who volunteer for such organizations.
Harry Kimball receives 2010 Flexner Distinguished Service to Medical Education Award
Dr.
Preparing multi-skilled future principals at UW Bothell
Students in UW Bothell’s principal preparation program tend to be teachers who already have spent several years as leaders and mentors — even if some of that work is on the informal side.
November 6, 2010
Elisabeth C. Miller Library open house.
The Elisabeth C.
November 5, 2010
MFA Open house.
The School of Art design graduate program hosts an open house.
November 4, 2010
UW Medicine health system lauded for transplant, organ donation excellence
UW Medical Center was recognized by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) on Wednesday, November 3, for superb performance in its transplant and organ donation programs.
Foster School of Business and UWTV collaborate for new show, ‘Fostering Leadership’
By Andrew Krueger
Foster School of Business
People expect leadership to be mostly about the leader, but is it also about the followers? Is context a key driver behind star performers? Why do some outstanding performers fail when the situation changes?
These are but a few of the questions that will be explored in Fostering Leadership, a collaborative undertaking by UWTV and the Foster School of Business, which premiered October 27.
Dentistry alums featured in Seattle museum exhibit
Two UW School of Dentistry alumni are featured in a new exhibit about African-American health care professionals.
New book investigates the cost of great teaching — and how it might be paid
You want more great teachers, the kind that demonstrably raise student achievement, the kind students remember years after finishing school?
According to a new book by Dick Startz, UW economics professor, that will cost about $90 billion a year.
Pharmacy faculty members honored for contributions to their profession
The Washington State Pharmacy Association (WSPA) recently announced its 2010 award winners.
Official notices
Board of Regents
The Regents will hold a regular public meeting at 2 p.
Global infectious disease researchers awarded Gates grants
Two UW scientists with bold new ideas for treating infectious diseases rampant in developing nations are among the latest recipients of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Grand Challenges Exploration Grants.
Where credit is due: Professional Staff Organization brings out new ProStaff Awards
The Professional Staff Organization has announced a new award to highlight the good work done by its members on campus.
Blog profile: Patrick Dobel muses about sports in ‘Point of the Game’
Members of the UW community are increasingly expressing themselves in blogs about their interests or professional matters.
Honors Program director to take on broader role in Undergraduate Academic Affairs
James J.
UW army ant expert advises on National Geographic’s ‘Great Migrations,’ Nov. 7
Sean O’Donnell, UW psychology professor who studies social insects in the tropics, served as a biology consultant for the new television documentary Great Migrations by the National Geographic Channel.
Tiny marine creatures could help diagnose the health of Puget Sound
From low oxygen levels in areas of Hood Canal to pollution in Elliott and Commencement bays, scientists have documented some serious environmental issues in Puget Sound, whose shores are home to more than 3 million Western Washington residents.
UW losing 60-year tradition of salmon returning to campus
New directions in fisheries research, along with budget cuts, led the UW’s School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences faculty to decide to discontinue the research salmon run created some 60 years ago at the campus.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Throwing money around: Departmental CFD activities make giving fun
Staffers in the Benefits Office really threw their money around on Oct.
Bringing art to the Commons
The pieces hanging on the new Research Commons’ walls might at first seem to be modern art.
UW primatologist discusses conservation biology and global health at USA Science & Engineering Festival
What do macaques, parasites and a piece of plastic poop have in common? They’re all used by Randy Kyes, director of the UW Center for Global Field Study, to demonstrate the significance of biodiversity on health.
Cheerleading, shibboleths & disease mongering: The dark side of health care news
How does consumer confusion arise from incomplete and unbalanced health news reporting? Longtime news media commentator Gary Schwitzer promises to explain.
Writing tutors needed for Dream Project’s Admissions Workshop Weekend
Want to help local high school students achieve the dream of getting into college? You can, by joining the Dream Project on Nov.
Martha Graham Dance Company.
Founded in 1926, it’s the oldest and perhaps most celebrated dance company in America.
UW Women’s Center, state to celebrate women’s suffrage — 100 years later
On Nov.
100 women honored by the UW Women’s Center at the suffrage centennial gala
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Energy, sustainability and social responsibility is topic of panel discussion
Is the era of affordable and reliable energy coming to a close? Assuming that our current path is unsustainable, what will replace our energy sources, and what is the role of private enterprise in exploring and producing alternatives?
“Social Responsibility in the Energy Sector,” a panel discussion, will bring three industry leaders together to discuss social responsibility and the road to new energy.
A new space with infinite resources for students: The Research Commons
Step into Allen Library South’s ground floor and you’ll see a colorful room with furniture not typical in a library.
Etc.: Campus news & notes
IN THE CLOUDS: The American Meteorological Society has named Robert Wood, a UW associate professor of atmospheric sciences, the winner of the Henry G.
Master weaver to visit Burke Nov. 5-7
From Friday, Nov.
World War I landmark not forgotten — just moved a little
The installation of the bronze W in the median of Memorial Way a few weeks ago brought the relocation of another UW landmark — the rock on which is a plaque that lists the names of men from the UW community who died in World War I.
November 2, 2010
Benefit Fairs.
Learn more about the medical and dental plans offered to UW employees.
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