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June 26, 2024

UW taps Hilaire Thompson to be next dean of the School of Nursing

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University of Washington Provost Tricia Serio today announced the appointment of Hilaire Thompson as next executive dean of the School of Nursing, effective Aug. 1, pending approval by the Board of Regents.


April 9, 2024

UW joins $110M cross-Pacific effort to advance artificial intelligence

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The University of Washington and the University of Tsukuba have entered an innovation partnership with NVIDIA and Amazon aimed at furthering research, entrepreneurship, workforce development and social implementation in the field of artificial intelligence. This U.S.-Japan academic partnership is part of a broad, $110 million effort to build upon the strong ties between the U.S. and Japan and to continue to lead innovation and technological breakthroughs in artificial intelligence.


October 9, 2023

Three UW faculty members elected to National Academy of Medicine

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Among the most prestigious scientific organizations in the country, the Academy recognizes excellence in the fields of health and medicine, along with a commitment to volunteer service. 


September 24, 2023

‘From this day forward, you are a Husky’: Incoming class welcomed at New Student Convocation

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The University of Washington welcomed its incoming class and families on Sunday at the University’s 40th annual New Student Convocation.


September 21, 2023

UW’s incoming class to be welcomed at New Student Convocation

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The University of Washington will welcome its incoming classes and their families on Sunday, Sept. 24 at the University’s 40th annual New Student Convocation, which will be held in Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion.


May 17, 2023

Tricia Serio named provost at the University of Washington

Tricia Serio

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce today named Tricia Serio Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. Pending approval by the Board of Regents, the appointment is effective Aug. 1.