People

December 7, 2020

Painting a new picture

LeShawn Gamble uses art as a tool to write a new narrative.


After prison

Ten stories that show how the UW can help people take advantage of second chances.


Building a future

After holding down a job at Mod Pizza, Amanda Henritze sees bigger things in her future in architecture.


Taking control

In describing her mindset, Kelly Olson quotes a favorite author: “You have to own your story if you want to change the ending.”


Scholar and mentor

After earning his doctorate, Christopher Beasley established the Husky Post-Prison Research Lab.


Moving forward

Prison gave Kurt Myers a perspective he uses in his professional life.


Seeking change

Her experience in the criminal justice system drives Michelle Brownlee toward her goal of working in government.


Future in the law

After her experience in prison, Ginny Burton has her sights set on becoming an attorney.


Positive mindset

Powered by positive thinking, Theron Taylor went to the UW to earn a degree in psychology.


November 29, 2020

For many UW retirees, service never stops

Retiring from the UW doesn’t end the story for faculty and staff. They are driven to serve their communities on a local or global scale.


Bill Gates Sr.’s legacy

As a leader in public service and champion of the UW, Bill Gates Sr. leaves a legacy far beyond his legal contributions.


November 21, 2020

Be a bird’s buddy

More than 4 billion birds are moving through North America during fall migration. An expert shares some ways to aid in their journey.


November 12, 2020

A new face teaches American portraiture

Assistant Professor Juliet Sperling, pictured here, began teaching American art history at the University of Washington this fall. She took us on a tour of U.S. history by looking at 18 portraits over four centuries.


October 13, 2020

Sweet science

Kennewick native Danielle Reed forages for genetic answers after her research finds that processed food is much too sweet for the average human tastebud.


September 30, 2020

Campus ambassador

Our sketchbook profiles Alice Lee, manager of the UW Visitors Center.


September 21, 2020

A twist of fate

Ayan Hassan’s life was changed by the Making Connections program—and then unexpectedly saved by one of the program’s founders.


Making people count

Underrepresented minority communities often view government with mistrust. The ECC is working with those communities to build trust in the U.S. Census.


September 16, 2020

Fresh fish finder

With many restaurants closed, the Fish Map offers a way for commercial fishing companies to sell their products directly to consumers.


Book takes honors

A book by UW Tacoma Assistant Professor Emily Thuma won the 2020 Lambda Literary Award for LGBT Studies.


Being there

For many older Americans, the rhythms of every day have not just changed during the COVID-19 pandemic; they have stopped.


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