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December 4, 2023

Black Studies through time, art and being

Danielle Marie Holland

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This year’s theme was developed by accomplished UW faculty members, Habiba Ibrahim, Jasmine Mahmoud, Bianca Dang and Chari Glogovac-Smith. Under their mentorship, the 2023 cohort engaged in a collaborative journey of mutual learning, independent thinking and development of interdisciplinary research projects spanning across English, history, performance and experimental media. Jai Lasker   Participant Jai Lasker,…


November 21, 2023

Communities and campus converge at the Community Engagement and Leadership Education Center

Danielle Marie Holland

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The Community Engagement and Leadership Education (CELE) Center at the University of Washington recently published its annual report for the 2022-23 academic year. This report is a testament to the remarkable impact and extraordinary achievements made by over 2,000 undergraduate students in leadership development, civic engagement and public service throughout the greater community.


November 16, 2023

Outstanding opportunity for a program manager for Student Civic Leadership Development

UAA Human Resources

The program manager for Student Civic Leadership Development leads the day-to-day implementation of our CELE Civic Fellowships, Democratic Education (Democracy Dawgs), and Husky Leadership Certificate programs. The range of tasks in this position will include: direct advising with students selected for civic fellowships/scholarships, outreach to students and campus partners regarding civic leadership and democratic education programming, work with faculty/instructors to support civic leadership programming in their classrooms, and management of online systems and web content to enable and support civic leadership learning at the University of Washington.


November 7, 2023

Belonging: My Husky experience through UW Honors

Samantha-Lynn Martinez

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UW undergraduate student Samantha-Lynn Martinez delves into the world of wildlife cinematography, science communications and belonging. In this commentary, Martinez discusses the importance of representation in the field and reflects on her growth and the support she received from the UW Honors Program and her community. Martinez emphasizes the power of belonging, recognizing the value of her voice and creative interests in academic and professional settings. She aspires to continue her journey in science communications and conservation filmmaking, inspiring others along the way.


September 30, 2023

Janice DeCosmo to retire from Undergraduate Academic Affairs

Danielle Marie Holland

Janice DeCosmo

Janice DeCosmo, associate vice provost for undergraduate research and associate dean of Undergraduate Academic Affairs, will retire in October, capping off over 20 years of impact and leadership within Undergraduate Academic Affairs and 30 years at the University of Washington. Along with her role at the Office of Undergraduate Research, formerly known as the Undergraduate…


The Undergraduate Research Program announces new name: Office of Undergraduate Research

Undergraduate Academic Affairs

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The name of the Undergraduate Research Program has recently changed to the Office of Undergraduate Research. The updated name more accurately reflects the diverse range of research programs, scholarships, events, awards and essential resources the unit offers to support the success of all undergraduates at the University of Washington.  Created over 25 years ago, the…


Undergraduates immersed in summer STEM research

Danielle Marie Holland

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When you think of summer as an undergraduate, you’re probably envisioning relaxing by the pool, catching up on much-needed sleep or working long hours at a summer job. But have you considered spending your summer in a STEM research lab? The University of Washington’s Office of Undergraduate Research hosts a variety of programming and partner…


July 6, 2023

15 Seconds at a Time: First-Year Interest Groups [video]

Undergraduate Academic Affairs

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In this video, Student Academic Services and First Year Programs executive director LeAnne Wiles takes on the challenge of explaining the First-year Interest Groups (FIGs) in less than 15 seconds at a time. “15 Seconds at a Time” is a series in which various Undergraduate Academic Affairs programs explain their work in bite-sized bursts.


June 26, 2023

Washington Research Foundation awards Undergraduate Research Program $500,000 grant

Danielle Marie Holland

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The Washington Research Foundation recently announced a $500,000 grant to the University of Washington’s Undergraduate Research Program, continuing its robust support of the Washington Research Foundation Fellowship for the next five years.


June 12, 2023

Congratulations, Class of 2023!

Undergraduate Academic Affairs

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On June 10, over 7,000 graduating seniors celebrated their academic accomplishments with 40,000 Husky families, friends and guests at the University of Washington’s Husky Stadium. Among the scholars who walked across the stage to receive their diplomas were those who connected to, deepened and expanded their Husky experience with Undergraduate Academic Affairs’ opportunities and programming….



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