Features
June 1, 2004
Class of distinction
Since 1970, the University of Washington has honored its best teachers for striving to bring knowledge to the next generation.
No obstacles
A farm girl from the Yakima Valley, Bonnie Dunbar used her love of science and dogged determination to become an astronaut — and the 2004 alumna of the year.
Mark Emmert's homecoming
In a classic tale of local boy makes good, Mark Emmert rose from a modest background to remarkable success at the helm of two public universities. Now he faces the greatest challenge of his career — president of his alma mater.
March 1, 2004
Dancing the classics
The UW has one of the only dance programs that re-create modern dance classics — despite roadblocks from choreographers and problems documenting each step.
One for the books
In second grade they told her that she read too much, but today Allyssa Lamb is one of only 32 U.S. students to win a Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford.
Green acres
The early settlers used it for log flume and then turned it into a dairy farm. Now UW Bothell is tackling the biggest wetlands restoration project in our region.
Drastic measures
Stomach bypass surgery for the “super obese” Is more than a fad. The UW has a $1.5 million grant to better understand bariatric surgery and spinoffs that might lead to the ultimate diet pill.
December 1, 2003
Paul Allen, unplugged
Paul Allen looms over Seattle and the nation as one of America's legendary entrepreneurs, computer visionaries and philanthropists.
Keeping their words
The UW is helping to revive Native languages of the Pacific Northwest, thanks in part to a quirky professor's quest in the 1930s to preserve tribal legends and songs.
Air force
In 20 years on air covering the Huskies, Bob Rondeau has seen the highs and lows of UW sports and is unafraid to tell it like it is.
September 1, 2003
Bouncing back
After the firing of Rick Neuheisel, the Huskies put their faith in Keith Gilbertson to bring back stability and a winning culture.
Earth is doomed
"In 7.5 billion years Earth will either be swallowed up or survive only as a scorched planet."
Alien invasion
Hacking away at blackberries in your back yard? You are not alone. Invasive plants are killing off our native species, costing farmers and gardeners $35 billion each year.
Honor and glory
What is the place of athletics on a college campus? Coaches, players, presidents and professors offer some provocative answers.
Up and coming
Four new buildings open this fall to meet the UW's 21st century teaching, research and public service missions.
June 1, 2003
The tipping point
Is it a new era for the Middle East, American politics and international relations? UW experts consider the war in Iraq and its global impact.
Running on empty
With more people, global warming and thirsty farms, water use in the Pacific Northwest will change drastically, UW faculty members warn.
Gallery of distinction
Since 1970, the University of Washington has honored its best teachers for striving to bring knowledge to the next generation. This year the UW has given its Distinguished Teaching Award to seven faculty on three campuses. In addition, the UW is honoring TAs, public servants and staff.
Rag to riches
From ragtime ditties to grand opera, alumnus of the year William Bolcom has mixed pop tunes with classical music to become one of America's greatest living composers.
March 1, 2003
Disappearing act
Nursing shortages plague America's hospitals, and even faculty are threatened. Can the nation's top-ranked nursing school come to the rescue?