People
June 16, 2025
More than an honorable man
Twenty years ago, we lost Robert Edward Galer, a Seattle native who earned a UW degree in commercial engineering—and received the Medal of Honor in World War II.
Broadcast news
Tina Pamintuan, a distinguished figure in public media, succeeds Caryn Mathes as KUOW's new leader.
June 13, 2025
Tick, tick...
UW researcher Alex Eisen helped Washington State develop a Tick Dashboard, alerting hikers to the pests.
Home run counsel
Melissa Robertson is leveraging her legal expertise for a $2.2 billion sports enterprise.
A whole new ballgame
Angie Mentink and Melissa Robertson are outstanding in their fields as the newly appointed Mariners color analyst and the team's chief legal officer.
June 11, 2025
Finish your thoughts
A UW professor and organizational management expert explains why bouncing from task to task takes a toll on your brain.
June 10, 2025
When impact really matters
In trying times, UW Impact leads the way with grassroots support for higher education.
June 9, 2025
The producer
From promoting punk bands to designing light festivals, Terry Morgan has shaped Seattle’s cultural landscape for more than 50 years.
June 5, 2025
Teachers of the year
With more than a century of teaching experience between them, these seven faculty stars shine bright for their students.
June 4, 2025
Take the plunge
Members of the Golden Gardens Swim Club, many of them UW alumni, enjoy the thrills and chills of open water swimming in Puget Sound.
Thinking outside the bot
AI expert Brian Christian explores the tricky dynamics between human behavior and artificial intelligence.
A very Grimm tale
From riches to rags to riches, Wilhelm and Jacob Grimm led a fairy tale life, UW alumna Ann Schmiesing finds.
May 30, 2025
Leading on the fly
Ana Mari Cauce, the UW's 33rd president, pushed the University to new heights by advancing public health, championing social justice and expanding innovation.
May 23, 2025
Honoring three generous giants
Two of the UW's newest student residences will soon be renamed to honor artist and teacher Marvin Oliver and professors Lois Price Spratlen and Thaddeus Spratlen.
May 22, 2025
Advocacy ace
Jill McKinstry, retired director of Odegaard Undergraduate Library, still takes on leadership roles in her community.
Decades of distinction
The UW Alumni Association proudly presents Dr. Brad McDavid with the 2025 Distinguished Service Award.
Legacy of leadership
J'May Rivara has nearly 50 years of experience teaching graduate students and inspiring the next generation of social workers.