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#ThisIsUW

Decoding the
universe

UW astronomy undergrads are using cutting-edge coding skills to help scientists make the most of discoveries from a revolutionary new telescope.

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Turning the tide

Chris Mantegna, ’21, is studying how pollutants affect shellfish in our food web — and training a new generation of marine scientists.

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#UWserves

Changemakers:
Then and now

For 20 years, Viewpoint Magazine has told the story of diversity at the UW. Find out how some remarkable alumni are making a difference in their communities and around the world.

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Economic Impact of the UW

The Economic Impact Report shows how the UW is a major driver of economic growth, creating prosperity and innovation in communities throughout Washington state.

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Be Boundless

News & Events

Sara Jerger portrait
UW Alumni

Helping kids — and teachers — succeed

Throughout her journey from preschool teacher to speech and language pathologist to a special education administrator, alumna Sara Jerger has helped students thrive.

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Arts Roundup

Start the new year by checking out upcoming campus events

From campus to wherever you call home, we welcome you to learn from and connect with the UW community through public events spanning the arts, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences.

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Dan Evans raises his right hand to take the oath of office.
In Memoriam

Dan Evans: A life of reason

With compassion, common sense and an innate drive to serve the greater good, Daniel J. Evans, ’48, ’49, left an impact on the UW and the state of Washington that will be felt forever.

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Fast Facts

Honors & Awards

8 uw faculty have won the nobel prize

Undergrad research

8000+ undergraduate students participate in at least one quarter of research.

Rankings

The UW was named the most innovative public university in the world by Reuters in 2019.