Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest state-supported institutions of higher education on the West Coast and is one of the preeminent research universities in the world.
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These 1946 "rally girls" are still sparking conversation and Husky pride via the University of Washington's 150th anniversary communications. Read More ›
From the Navy to Nursing
Scholarship support allowed aviation expert Miguel Arteaga to combine his technical skills and passion for helping people.Read More ›
Penguins Forever!
UW biology professor Dee Boersma "fell in love" with Magellanic penguins 28 years ago and decided to make the study of these fascinating birds her life's work. Read more ›
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Pride Points
Estella Leopold, UW professor emeritus, received the 2010 International Cosmos Prize — a prize claimed by world-renowned conservationists — for her work and research that has helped ensure the harmonious coexistence between nature and mankind.
Fourteen UW faculty members have won ‘genius grants’ from the MacArthur Foundation. Most recently, UW poet Heather McHugh was recognized for her “exceptional originality and dedication” to her creative pursuits.
UW student-athletes have the second-highest graduation rate among Pac-10 schools and second-highest among Division I colleges on the west coast.
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HuskyFest took place on the UW Seattle campus April 19–21, and it was a smashing success! HuskyFest is a festival-style event for UW family and community members, including live music, arts, tours and open houses, kids' activities and special events. Browse through a gallery of photos from this year's event at uw.edu/huskyfest