People
March 1, 1991
Historic hindsight
The story of American Indians, says UW Professor Richard White, is not a tidy narrative with all the facts leading in one direction.
Leading researcher
UW graduate Douglas E. Olesen is president and chief executive officer of the world's largest research and development institute
‘From hell to Harvard’
Sherry Clark, '87, beat the odds in a big way. A welfare mother until a few years ago, Clark now practices law with a degree from the Harvard Law School.
Johnson wins award
Charles Johnson, UW professor of English, received the 1990 National Book Award for Middle Passage.
December 1, 1990
Dash for the border
Lawrence Hess and 17 other embassy employees made what he described as a "mad dash for the border" and crossed to safety in Jordan.
Gardner flexes
Gov. Booth Gardner, '58, joined actor/athlete Arnold Schwarzenegger for a workout at the UW's Intramural Activities Building.
Master of his fate
At the UW School of Law, Wallace Loh became the first Asian American to head a law school in the United States.
September 1, 1990
Down to business
Robert S. Leventhal takes over as dean of the UW business school, with his sights set on making it among the nation's best.
Maestro from the majors
A respected European conductor says goodbye to the concert hall to join the UW School of Music.
George Nakashima dies
George Nakashima created furnishings for homes, churches and public buildings around the world.
Jenneth Webster, ’65, helps New York celebrate the arts
Jenneth Webster's job is to bring puppet shows, clown acts, jazz, tap dancing and music from a host of cultures to New York's premier performing arts center.
MacLachlan home again
"Twin Peaks" represents both a physical and professional homecoming for actor Kyle MacLachlan.
June 1, 1990
1-on-1 with the Gerb
William Gerberding discussed the past decade, what's ahead for the University, the future of higher education and some personal topics.
Giovanni Costigan dies at 85
Giovanni Costigan was a popular, outspoken member of the faculty for 41 years.
On the watch
Judith Patterson, ’74, recently joined the board of directors of Amnesty International.
Mayor a UW product
Seattle’s new mayor succeeded at the UW after initially being rejected for admission.
Best of 1990
Awards honor 10 people who have contributed greatly to the UW’'s teaching and public service missions.
13 days in captivity
David Kent, ’79, was abducted and held prisoner by an ultra-left-wing group while working in Colombia.
Unlocking beauty
Renowned furniture artist and designer George Nakashima is the UW’s 1990 Alumnus Summa Laude Dignatus.