On Nov. 4, 2011, Huskies all around the world draped themselves in purple and toasted the UW’s 150th birthday.
Red Square, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. There were appearances by President Michael K. Young, Husky coaches and athletes, the band, cheer squad, Harry and Dubs as well as free T-shirts and Cupcake Royale cupcakes. KJR 950 AM broadcast live from campus. The event was a rousing success!
UW Tacoma – GWP Atrium, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Details
UW Bothell – Outside the bookstore, 1-2 p.m. Details
Huskies who lived outside the area posted their UW memories and photos of themselves in purple on the UW Facebook page and via the Twitter hashtag #UW150.
The UW Alumni Association had W Day celebrations across the country, including Denver, Los Angeles, Scottsdale and Portland. (See list)