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Speeding up the science

Johanna Trueblood, a semiprofessional cyclist, lost her life to an uncommon form of cancer. Now, through her parents’ philanthropy, there’s new hope for patients and their families.

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State of the arts

Behind the scenes at 4Culture, three UW alumni help art in King County to thrive — with racial equity as their North Star.

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Death Dodger

Taking risks was second nature for Albert Scott Crossfield, ’49, ’50. That’s how he became the first man to fly at twice the speed of sound and laid the groundwork to go into space.

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PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS
LOOK AHEAD

As the first Presidential Scholarship recipients finish their time at the UW, they share favorite moments and future plans.

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News & Events

Sheila Edwards Lange
In the News

Sheila Edwards Lange selected as chancellor of UW Tacoma

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce and Provost Mark A. Richards today announced the selection of Sheila Edwards Lange, president of Seattle Central College, as chancellor of the University of Washington Tacoma. Her appointment, pending approval by the UW Board of Regents, is set to begin Sept. 16.

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In the News

Groundwork begins for historic cancer partnership in Seattle

UW Medicine, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle Cancer Care Alliance and Seattle Children’s are exploring restructuring their longtime relationship to accelerate a shared mission of advancing diagnosis, treatment and pioneering of cures for cancer and other diseases.

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Returning to campus

UW announces COVID-19 vaccine requirement for all employees

The University of Washington will require all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by autumn quarter. The UW recently announced that all students must also be vaccinated before fall classes begin.

Autumn Quarter info COVID-19 updates

Fast Facts

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There are nearly 300 specialized research centers at the UW.

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7 uw faculty have won the nobel prize