May 23, 2013
The University of Washington announced a new partnership with edX, the Massive Open Online Course provider from Harvard/MIT. These new UW online courses, under the name UWashingtonX, will be free and open to the public.
May 22, 2013
Steven Marx, Hubble Legacy Archive
The Red Rectangle Nebula from Hubble
As part of a long list of public outreach activities and links, the UW Astronomy Department posts a different image or photograph of the universe on their website every day, accompanied by a brief explanation.
May 20, 2013
Seattle Times
Tom Stritikus, dean of the UW College of Education
In today’s Seattle Times, two UW College of Education leaders make the case for more focused community action to close the education achievement gap in poverty-impacted schools.
May 14, 2013
The annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, beginning at 11 am on Friday, May 17, in Mary Gates Hall, is a chance for undergraduates to present what they have learned to a larger audience. Free and open to the public.
May 8, 2013
Drumheller Fountain with Mount Rainer in the background
The University of Washington’s iconic Drumheller Fountain will be shut down until May 31st for routine maintenance.
May 7, 2013
All are welcomed to attend the 4th Annual Mother’s Day 5K Fun Run/Walk on May 12 at Seward Park, sponsored by the UW Center for Women’s Sports Medicine and Lifetime Fitness. Register early to receive a free water bottle.
May 6, 2013
The University of Washington Community Advisory Committee (CUCAC) will hold its 125th meeting:
Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Place: Paccar Hall, UW Business School
Items on the agenda will include a presentation on Sound Transit Plaza in the University District; a report on UPass and UW Transportation management; and brief updates on other on-going University projects.
Kate Bouchard, Assistant Dean, Finance and Facilities, Foster School of Business, will also provide a short tour of Paccar Hall.
May 3, 2013
Grab the kids and come to the Henry Art Gallery on Sunday, May 5 for an Arty Party! Featuring hands-on and edible art projects, local artists, children’s music, “ARTadventures” and storytelling, this first-ever event is FREE for children and Henry members.
May 1, 2013
Saskia Capell photo, Columns
Since 1987, the Windermere Cup has thrilled generations of Huskies
Windermere Cup, the annual spring rowing event that signifies Opening Day for boaters in Seattle, is also a favorite Husky tradition. Join the fun along the Montlake Cut this Saturday, May 4, starting at 10 am.
April 29, 2013
Built in 1895, the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory with its 120-year old, 6-inch refracting telescope is still offering celestial views of the wonders of the Universe. Public viewings and talks are every first and third Wednesday through October 7, including this Wednesday, May 1.
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