Community
March 12, 2026
Problem solver
Gabriela Núñez Whitemarsh, a bilingual educator with 18 years of experience at both the college level and in K–12 public schools, is Washington's 2026 State Teacher of the Year.
A taste for tours
For Annie Sim, who gives culinary tours in Seattle and around the world, food is better when shared.
March 5, 2026
Boys of the year
Live mascots for 11 Seattle sports teams are in the running but c’mon, the UW’s mascots are a lock.
Our shared responsibility
UW Board of Regents Chairman Leonard Forsman reflects on the UW's history of resilience and responsibility for the future.
March 2, 2026
Let's take this offline
Lucy Kong and Krystal Graylin followed their passions to create Offline Coffee Co., a Chinese-inspired café that feels like a cozy living room.
February 5, 2026
People before profit
Bảo Nguyễn, ’08, wants Phin to be a coffee shop that demonstrates his values as a community builder.
December 26, 2025
Sting operation
UW alumna Annie Reading approached an unlikely collaborator for her honeybee apiary.
December 24, 2025
From Seattle to Compton
Former Husky basketball star and NBA player Bobby Jones is a big hit in Compton and beyond with his community-oriented organizations.
December 7, 2025
Tireless advocate
A fierce advocate for women and children in the Spokane community, Mari Clack was also a devoted UW alumna.
December 5, 2025
Leisure is not a luxury
What if time for leisure isn’t the reward for a good life—but the foundation of one?
December 4, 2025
Pigeon: Lost at sea
This is the story of Pigeon, the seaglider that lost its way but found home with the help of a family on a sailing trip.
December 2, 2025
The power of one
A middle school librarian personified heartfelt impact through her ability to build community.
A forest takes root
UW Tacoma community members use the Miyawaki method to rapidly reforest a small plot of land in Tacoma.
October 21, 2025
New voices
Looking for a fresh perspective? Check out these podcasts and radio shows from UW alumni and faculty.
A passionate endeavor
Ashley Adair found passion in her career (literally) selling romance books. Now, her bookmobile is going from wheels to walls with a permanent location.
October 16, 2025
MAP Awardees
The Multicultural Alumni Partnership is proud to present the 2025 community and student MAP awardees.
October 15, 2025
Rooted in resilience
The UW’s Champions Program offers students who have been in foster care or experienced homelessness the foundation they need to grow.
Power builder
From the UW’s Evans School to national racial justice leadership, Marc Philpart is helping build a new future through the Black Freedom Fund.
October 14, 2025
Dressing for success
From interview suits to confidence boosts, the Husky Career Closet outfits students for the professional world.