UW Comotion Labs has announced 8 new startups that will be joining their newest climate cohort!
Read GeekWire’s article for more details.
UW Climate Tech Hub reveals 8 new start ups!
Category: Community News & Events
Current news and events happening on campus and in the community designed to improve quality of life and foster economic vitality.
UDP Cherry Blossom Night Lighting
UW Cherry Blossom trees are lit purple at night.
UW Cherry Blossom trees are lit purple at night.
UW Cherry Blossom trees are lit purple at night.
Two men under a purple cherry tree
The UDistrict Partnership successfully had the first Cherry Blossom Night Lighting event on campus. As the sun lowered, the trees lit up purple and crowds gathered to see the cherry trees in a new light.
Check out Seattle Time’s article for additional photos or watch this youtube video for a recap of the night!
Cherry Blossom Season Approaching
Cherry blossom season is closely approaching with the expected peak bloom around March 20th.
Check out UW’s official cherry blossom website to plan your visit to campus. Don’t miss the annual Cherry Blossom Festival on the AVE; U District businesses will celebrate the spring bloom by offering cherry blossomed themed foods, drinks, and goodies!
Share your UW cherry blossom pictures and posts by using #UWcherryblossoms!
Arboretum Foundation and UW Botanic Gardens unite
Announced last Friday, the UW Botanical Gardens and the Arboretum Foundation will unite under a single nonprofit organization, Seattle Botanic Gardens. This agreement was approved by the Arboretum Foundation Board and UW Board of Regents to manage and preserve the UW’s collection.
Check out UW News’ article for full details.
President Robert J. Jones tours the AVE
President Jones with Maya Lu, owner of Boba Up.
President Jones with Lois Ko, owner of Sweet Alchemy
On October 21, President Jones toured the Ave with U District Partnership (UDP) staff to learn more about their work and meet local business owners. UDP is a non-profit that provides daily cleaning, graffiti removal, social services, advocacy and special events for the U District. President Jones made stops at the University Bookstore, Shiga’s Imports, Sweet Alchemy and Boba Up.
Check out UDP’s newsletter for additional photos and details.