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Now more than ever, we need each other. By staying connected, we can continue to learn and grow, to lend a hand or an idea, to be a part of strengthening our community. We invite you to connect with alumni and friends through the UW Alumni Association’s digital programs. Looking for ways to give back? Please visit Together.
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School of Art + Art History + Design and The Jacob Lawrence Gallery
“a world becoming with”: 2020 BA Graduation Exhibition
Online gallery featuring the work of 53 students graduating with a BA in Art.
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University Bookstore + UW Press
“The River That Made Seattle” Virtual Book Launch
Thur. July 16, 2020
Join author BJ Cummings as she launches her new book The River That Made Seattle: A Human and Natural History.
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UW Press
“Walking the High Desert” Virtual Book Launch
Fri. July 14, 2020
Book reading and Q&A with author Ellen Waterston.
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College of Built Environments
#CBEchronicoles
Online hub for Faculty & industry professionals in conversations about the effects of COVID-19 as well as student produced web series.
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School of Art + Art History + Design
2018 Graduate Thesis + Dissertation Showcase
Collection of work from from MFA, MA, MDes and PhD graduates in 2018.
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School of Art + Art History + Design
2019 Graduate Thesis + Dissertation Showcase
Collection of work from MFA, MA, MDes, and PhD who graduated in 2019.
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School of Art + Art History + Design
2020 Graduate Showcase
Take a look at the culminating thesis work of graduating Master of Fine Arts, Master of Arts, and Master of Design students.
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graduation
A Graduation Tradition Moves Online: Gonfalonieres and Guardians of the Gonfalon
Meet the students and alumni taking part in the commencement ceremony on June 9.
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California Academy of Sciences
Academy @ Home
Explore CAS wherever you are with live webcams and DIY learning activities!
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Burke Museum
Activities for Kids & Families
Coloring pages, a nature scavenger hunt, and more, all featuring specimens and exhibits at the Burke Museum.
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School of Public Health
Adopting an Anti-Racism Public Health Curriculum Competency
School of Public Health research article on the importance of adopting anti-racism curriculum.
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Grit City Think & Drink
All Districts Are Gerrymandered, But How Matters!
Tues. Aug. 11, 2020
UW Tacoma’s Jim Thatcher discusses alternative approaches to drawing electoral districts.
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School of Public Health
An Evening with Christine Hurley
Hurley has been advocating for access to quality healthcare for Seattle’s most vulnerable through the Pike Place Market Clinic and Foundation and Bailey-Boushay House.
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UW Bothell
Anti-Racist Research Project
Connect with a team promoting collective action and civic engagement through research.
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College of Built Environments
Architecture Talk
Podcast by Vikram Prakash, Architecture Professor & Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the College of Build Environments.
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Jackson School of International Studies
Arctic and International Relations Podcast Series
The Arctic and International Relations Series includes publications, video interviews and podcasts.
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KEXP
Artist Sessions Archive
Online archive of KEXP Artists Sessions with live music performances.
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Black Embodiments Studio
Artist Talk: Kameelah Janan Rasheed
Recorded lecture by Kameelah Janan Rasheed, presented at the Jacob Lawrence Gallery.
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Jacob Lawrence Gallery
As, Not For: Dethroning Our Absolutes
Virtual walkthough of an incomplete historical survey of work created by African American graphic designers over the last century
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Clean Energy Institute
At-Home Learning Resources
Find a variety of clean energy related lesson plans, videos and readings for students grades K-12.
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UW Tacoma
Attainable Housing and the Future of Prosperity and Inclusion in Pierce County
Experts from around the nation discuss housing policies, their implementation, and patterns of success and failure.
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Jackson School of International Studies
Behind The Scenes with NPR’s Correspondent in Jerusalem
Daniel Estrin shares stories from Israel to Gaza to Syria to the White House.
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Dept of English & CHID
Beyond Guilt Trips: Mindful Travel in an Unequal World
Engaging personal travel stories and thought-provoking questions that explore the ethics and politics of our travel.
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Online Learning
BlackPast
A 6000 page reference center of information on African American history, started by UW professor Quintard Taylor.
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UW Medicine
Care Provider Appreciation
Share your messages of support and gratitude to the care workers at UW Medicine.
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Diversity at UW
Center for Communication, Difference, and Equity
Where our community of students, faculty, staff and alumni gather to promote greater equity.
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UW Quad
Cherry Blossom Live Stream
Though campus visits are discouraged, you can still see the blooms from home.
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Philosophy for Children
Children’s Big Questions During the COVID-19 Crisis: Resources for Parents
Resources to help children understand the feelings and uncertainty that come with COVID-19.
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Sign Up Now
Class of 2020 Gift Membership
To honor the perseverance and achievements of the Class of 2020, the UWAA is offering the gift of a free one-year membership to new grads.
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The Graduate School
Coexisting with COVID-19 Lecture Series
Recorded lecture series discussing various issues and questions related to COVID-19.
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Burke Museum
Collections Q&A
Burke staff and volunteers to chat about what they do, why they love it, and answer the questions about things you’ve always wanted to learn about.
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Improving our environment
College of Built Environment Lectures
Archive of lectures from the College of Built Environments including the Deans Distinguished Lecture and the Department of Architecture Lecture Series.
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College of Education
College of Education Podcasts
Interviews with researchers, practitioners, community leaders and policymakers who are working to transform inequitable systems of education and make learning come alive for all students.
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University of Washington
College of Education Podcasts
Explore podcasts with topics like whiteness, disability and climate science.
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Think critically
Common Ground
Find UW resources, events and programming designed to challenge our thinking, encourage civic engagement and reflect statewide perspectives.
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The Whole U
Cooking With Kids in the Context of COVID-19
Tips and tricks to bring the family together in meal preparation.
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Evans School of Public Policy and Jackson School of International Studies
COVID-19 Conversations: Seattle to Kigali
A conversation with Joel Mubiligi, Executive Director of Partners in Health, Rwanda. Part of the COVID-19 Africa series.
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Jackson School of International Studies
COVID-19 Global Conversation Series
Take a virtual journey around the world in a series of global conversations between faculty and experts in other countries to help make sense of the world in the time of COVID-19.
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UW Helps Lead the Fight
COVID-19 Lectures and Seminars
Many UW faculty, staff and students are holding online lectures and seminars on topics related to COVID-19, in addition to sharing their expertise in the news.
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School of Public Health
COVID-19 Updates
Webinars, announcements and critical information from the UW School of Public Health.
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UW Bothell
CRISIS (Creating Resilience In Social Isolation Solidarity) Art Gallery Launch
Community art gallery with pieces surrounding the themes of our planet, mental health, rising pandemics, social and climate justice, and wellness.
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Scandinavian Studies
Crossing North
Podcasts featuring interviews with authors, performers and leaders from Scandinavia and the Baltic and more.
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Pacific Science Center
Curiosity at Home
Educational activities and resources to inspire science learners of all ages!
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Burke Museum
Curriculum Packets
Free educational materials from the Burke Education team. Each packet features a new topic and hands-on activities for most ages to do at home.
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Scavenger Hunt
Dawg Walks
Mix up your walk with this Husky-inspired scavenger hunt for Dawgs of all ages.
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Department of History
Digital History Center
Explore the past, from a medieval battle to civil rights struggles and more.
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Pharmacy
Discover, Develop, Disseminate: 125 Years of Women in Pharmacy
WA State Representative Vandana Slatter and UW Foundation Board Member Dana Hurley are joined by two pharmacy alumnae to discuss their careers and the role of women in pharmacy.
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School of law
Discovery Podcast
Distinguished guests discuss today's biggest social, political and legal issues.
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Information School
Documents that Changed the World
Podcast series from the UW Information School explores compelling stories of documents throughout history.
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Burke Museum
Drawing Wild Washington
Learn to draw plants and animals from all over Washington state in the Burke Museum’s new video series with artist Jed Dunkerley.
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College of Education
EduTalks
Recorded lectures on the work UW Researchers and local education leaders are doing to improve young people's education experiences.
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The Jackson School
Ellison Center Podcasts
Dive into the world of Russian studies with this comprehensive podcast playlist.
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College of Engineering
Engineering Lecture Series
UW faculty talk about building a brighter future, from sustainable food to digital privacy. Check out lectures from the 2019 series and before.
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UW Press
Envisioning East Asian Art History: 20 Books in 2020
Fri. July 31, 2020
A book launch for new books in East Asian art history, a gathering for art historians, and a time to reflect on the future of the field.
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Sports Institute at UW Medicine
Exercise Anywhere
A list of resources to help you keep moving, even when you're stuck inside.
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UW Bothell
Facing It
A podcast about love, loss, and the natural world from professor, Dr. Jennifer Atkinson.
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Department of Political Science
Faculty Perspectives on the George Floyd Protests
Faculty from the Political Science department share their insights and reflections on the protests and provided a list of recommended readings.
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Stroum Center for Jewish Studies
Failure Is an Option: Immigration, Memory, and the Russian Jewish Experience
A novelist and a UW professor explore the role of humor and comedy in today's world
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Evans School of Public Policy & Governance
Fellowship Dinner Keynote featuring Brad Smith
Microsoft President Brad Smith delivers a keynote speech at the Evans School’s 2019 Fellowship Dinner centered on the importance of collaboration across all sectors.
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5th Avenue Theatre
Fifth Ave Theatre’s Greatest Hits
Watch this collection of greatest hits from one of our favorite local theaters.
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College of Engineering
Finding “Fake News” in Times of Crisis
The UW's Kate Starbird examines what conspiracy theories reveal about political propaganda.
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UW and the Community
Food pantry, emergency grants help students in need during all-remote spring quarter
The UW Pantry continues to serve the community with a new online ordering system.
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UW Professional & Continuing Education
Free Online Courses
At home with free time on your hands and wondering how you’re going to fill the hours? Learn a new skill with free online courses based on UW certificate and degree programs.
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Stroum Center for Jewish Studies
From Humanitarian Relief to Holocaust Rescue: Tracy Strong Jr
Christopher Browning tells the story of Tracy Strong, Jr., a Holocaust aid worker who had roots in Seattle.
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Elizabeth C. Miller Library
Gardening Answers Knowledgebase
Search for gardening questions with researched answers, plus gardening tips, book reviews and recommended websites.
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Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships & Awards
Global Fellowships Prep
Resources and workshops for alumni about fellowship programs for research, programming and teaching.
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UW MAGAZINE
Happy on the Trails
Hiking book author Craig Romano, ’94, ’97, slowed down long enough to share some urban treks that are off the beaten path.
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Henry Art Museum
Henry at Home
Engage with The Henry on social media for artist videos, readings, and more.
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Henry Art Gallery
Henry Digital Gallery
View the Henry's collection of contemporary art, photography, costumes and more online.
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Henry Art Gallery
Henry SoundCloud
A collection of gallery talks and podcasts from the Henry Art Gallery.
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Department of History
History Lecture Series Archive
UW historians speaking on a range of topics, from Seattle history to world revolutions.
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The Jackson School
Hunting the Northern Character
Author Tony Penikett discusses the Arctic's influence on international policy.
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Huskies Helping Huskies
Huskies@Work
Even if your office is closed, you can still open doors for a student.
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Husky Marching Band
Husky Marching Band Performances
Relive the game day magic with these Husky Marching Band performances, including the 2019 Apple Cup show!
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Download and Print
Husky Pride on Display
Show your support for the Class of 2020 with these window and yard signs you can download and print at home.
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Stroum Center for Jewish Studies
I Alone Can Fix It: Tales from the New Dystopia
A novelist and a UW professor explore the role of humor in today's world.
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National Nordic Musuem
Icelandic Saga Embroidery Series
Discover the history of Iceland’s sagas and learn embroidery techniques used to create a tapestry through a 12-part video series.
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Husky Global
International Huskies provide a world of help
Huskies around the world give back in the face of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
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School of Art + Art History + Design
Interview with Dani Clauson
Interview with Dani Clauson, Class of 2020.
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Listen Online
KEXP Radio
Connect to the world of music with DJ-curated radio, a huge archive of live performances and more.
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ADD TO THE BOARD
Leave a note for the Class of 2020
Share your congratulations, well wishes and words of encouragement through Kudoboard.
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The Graduate School
Lectures Library
A selection of past Graduate School programming available for revisiting, either in video or audio format. New lectures will be added monthly, so check back often!
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UW Tacoma
Lightning Talks
Celebrate the achievements of UW Tacoma in this collection of 5-7 minute talks.
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The Seattle Times
Looking to learn more about race in America? UW professor emeritus Charles Johnson picks 4 books.
Book recommendations from UW professor emeritus Charles Johnson.
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Department of Communication
Marching to Selma
UW prof David Domke traces the history of an iconic Civil Rights moment in an online lecture.
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Jacob Lawrence Gallery
Marisa Williamson: Angel of History Lecture & Performance
2020 Jacob Lawrence Gallery Resident Marisa Williamson work, Angel of History, explores how slave history is not only understood but felt.
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Marketing & Communications
Marketing for Good
Podcast by Erica Mills Barnhart of UW’s Nancy Bell Evans Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy.
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TEDx Talks
Megan Ming Francis: Let’s get to the root of racial injustice
A UW associate professor traces our current racial climate to its core causes.
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Department of Political Science
Megan Ming Francis: The Strange Fruit of American Politics
A UW associate professor asserts white supremacy is the rule, not the exception.
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Jacob Lawrence Gallery
Monday Journal
Writing about art and culture that invites you to imagine future forms of criticism.
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BECU
Money Matters
Check out info, planning tools and tips from BECU to help guide you on life’s financial challenges.
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Museum of Pop Culture
MoPOP Don’t Stop
Engage with MoPop online through competitions, videos, listicles and more.
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Burke Museum
Native Plant & Animal Identification
Washington is home to a huge variety of native species. Learn more about the plants and animals living in your backyard and around Washington state.
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David Domke
Now or Never: Voting Rights in America 2020
June 24- July 8, 2020
2020 is a defining moment in protecting voting rights. Learn more in this 3-part lecture series by David Domke.
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School of Nursing
Nursing Shark Tank
Nurse researchers make the case for the funding they need to turn their projects into reality.
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OnTheBoards.tv
Online streaming service for viewing ground-breaking artistic projects and contemporary performances.
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Seattle Opera
Opera at Home
Enjoy playlists of past performances, podcasts and family-friendly Opera Time.
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UW Tacoma
Paw’d Defiance: The UW Tacoma Podcast
Stories about the people, research, initiatives, community partnerships and other issues related to UW Tacoma and higher education
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iSchool
Podcast: Is the internet making us miserable?
Three scholars debated the causes of internet misery at a Town Hall in February.
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KUOW
Podcasts from KUOW
Settle in with engaging podcasts like Primed, The Wild and Seattle Now.
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Department of Psychology
Psychology Lecture Series
This collection of lectures includes new perspectives on willpower and addressing bias. More than 80 videos to choose from.
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UW Athletics
Pup Activities
Bring the husky spirit home with these printable coloring pages from UW Athletics and Home Street Bank.
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Equity Focus
Race & Equity Initiative
See how the UW will combat the racism and inequities, both individual and institutional, that persist here and throughout our society.
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Equity Focus
Race & Equity Initiative Anti-Racism Resources
A list of resources to gain a deeper understanding of historical and present-day manifestations of racism in the United States.
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UW Libraries
Racial Justice Reads
E-book recommendations from the UW Libraries on the topic of racial justice.
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Museum of History and Industry
Rainy Day History Podcast
What does it mean to be a Seattleite? The MOHAI Youth Advisors investigate!
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University Bookstore
Reading Allowed Author Series
A collection of author talks from their visit to the bookstore.
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UW Libraries
Recommended Reads for Equity
Recommendations for books about equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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College of Education
Research That Matters
Research That Matters is the flagship annual publication of the University of Washington College of Education, highlighting the depth and breadth of research being conducted at the College.
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College of Education
Resources for Families with Elementary-Aged Children
Discover activities for parents and kids, from virtual field trips to homework help.
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Seattle Arts & Lectures
SAL On Air
Hear the best author talks from over 30 years of SAL programming.
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Diversity at UW
Samuel E. Kelly Ethnic Cultural Center
See how the UW serves and empowers historically marginalized and underrepresented students with educational and cultural opportunities for holistic development.
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Graduate School
Samuel Sinyangwe: Using Data to Advance Racial Justice
Sinyangwe explains what data tell us about police violence & systemic racism.
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School of Public Health
School of Public Health Profiles: Clarence Spigner
Q&A with Professor Clarence Spigner on race, health and recommended readings.
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Seattle Symphony
Seattle Symphony Live
Enjoy free live broadcasts of Seattle Symphony performances.
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School of Pharmacy
Soaring Drug Prices: What Can Be Done?
Dr. Peter B. Bach discusses the socio-economic factors that lead to soaring drug prices and what can be done to combat the steady rise
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The Daily
Sound Bite
Check out podcasts from UW students, with topics like news, sports and dating.
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KUOW
SoundBites: Mini Audio Storytelling Activities
KUOW’s RadioActive Youth Media is excited to share bite-sized audio storytelling activities for teens and pre-teens.
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The Jackson School
Spatial Representations and Rhetorical Framing of the Vietnam War
Dr. Christoph Giebels explores the politics and behind the Vietnam War.
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KUOW
Stand with the Facts: Community solutions to combat misinformation
Thur. July 21, 2020
KUOW’s Kim Malcolm and Chris Coward of the UW’s Center for the Informed Pubic, will discuss ways we can stop misinformation from spreading.
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KUOW
Stand with the Facts: How bots and trolls leverage a crisis
Tue. July 7, 2020
KUOW’s Kim Malcolm and UW professor Kate Starbird will break down the research on how bots and trolls use a crisis to target social media users on both sides of the aisle.
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Seattle Art Musuem
Stay Home with SAM
Keep your creativity flowing with digital showcases, artists talks, project ideas and more!
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Local Artists
Stay Inside The Lines Seattle
Free coloring pages by local Seattle artists, including some UW alums. Perfect for children and adults!
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UW Department of Cinema & Media Studies
Staying home? Here’s what to watch
If you’ve already binged all the shows in your Netflix queue, fear not. Film & Media Studies faculty have gathered television and film recommendations to fit every mood.
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Art + Art History + Design
Student Work Digital Galleries
See what UW students have created in this online exhibition.
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UW + WSU
Surviving the Coronavirus Infodemic
Experts from the UW and WSU help you cut through the COVID confusion and build healthier information practices at this livestreamed conversation with audience Q&A.
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The Jackson School
Symposium on Arctic Sea Ice Loss
Check out two panels on the implications of melting ice in the Arctic Sea.
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UW Tacoma
TAC Talks
Inspired by TED Talks, watch UW Tacoma grad students share ideas & get feedback.
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UW Press
Tadaima! Book Club: NO-NO BOY and John Okada
Fri. July 10, 2020
Live presentation and discussion of the novel NO-NO BOY and the story of the author behind it.
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Burke Museum
Talks & Tutorials
From a recipe for nettle pesto to hummingbird behavior learn something new from the Burke community of researchers and volunteers.
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Department of Urban Design and Planning
The Art of Black Urbanism
Recorded conversations about black visibility and shifting spaces in community.
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College of the Environment
The Great (Neighborhood) Outdoors
Stay connected with nature by exploring webcams featuring local flora and fauna.
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UW Press
The History of Capitol Hill’s Olmsted Parks with Historian Jennifer Ott
Sun. July 12, 2020
Virtual talk by historian Jennifer Ott about how the Olmsted Brothers’ landscapes shaped Seattle’s character and continue to play a key role in the area’s livability today.
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The Jackson School
The State of Human Rights in Southeast Asia
From climate change to the Duterte regime, UW professors discuss Southeast Asia.
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NPR
Tiny Desk Concerts
See UW Assistant Professor Ted Poor play with Andrew Bird in the NPR studios!
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Burke Museum
To Hell Creek and Back: The Story of the Tufts-Love T. Rex
Learn how a group of researchers and school teachers tracked down the elusive Tyrannosaurus rex in the sweltering badlands of Montana.
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#UWServes
Together We Will
Our efforts today will help us overcome — together — the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Jackson School of International Studies
Trump in the World Lecture Series
Spring 2020
Some recorded lectures on the global impact of U.S. government policies under President Trump.
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University Book Store
University Book Store Recommended Reading List
Suggested readings about race and equity, to help alumni perceive, understand and dismantle institutional racism.
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Center for Neurotechnology
Using Theater to Encourage Equity and Inclusion
Learn how the Center for Neurotechnology is using theater to identify discriminatory behavior.
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lifelong learning
UW Alumni Book Club
UWAA is proud to partner with UW Libraries for the launch of this self-paced literary educational experience — with the eclectic reader in mind.
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Student-led
UW Film Club Podcast
Podcast by student-run Film Club that explores movies of all kinds.
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UW IN THE NEWS
UW Researchers Respond to Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The most recent stories of UW experts commenting on the novel coronavirus epidemic.
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UW Tacoma
UW Tacoma Oral History: Founding Stories
Digital collection that aims to present a rich and complex history of UW Tacoma, which was established with tremendous community support
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Spring 2020 Issue
Viewpoint Magazine
Telling the story of diversity at the University of Washington.
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UW Recreation
Virtual Fitness and Mindfulness Classes
Free, live yoga classes you can take online to get your body moving from the comfort of your own home.
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UW RECREATION
Virtual Mindfulness Classes
Mindfulness manager Danny Arguetty guides you through energizing and relaxing classes designed to do at home. Watch at your own pace, or join the livestream!
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The Museum of Flight
Virtual Museum Online
Take an online tour inside of iconic aircraft from The Museum of Flight.
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UW Tacoma
Voices Unbound: Enviro-Amplify
Voices Unbound explores environmental challenges from the point of view of community researchers from the University of Washington Tacoma
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Grit City Think & Drink
Volcanic Ecology: Just Add Water
Tues. July 14, 2020
Explore how new watersheds and ecosystems have developed since the eruption of Mt St Helens.
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Pacific Crest Trail Association
Walk the PCT at home
While you can't hike this PNW wonder, you can explore a 5k video of the trail.
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Cinema & Media Studies
What to Stream Right Now: Free Movies for Black Lives Matter!
20 groundbreaking films and television shows by Black directors, many of which celebrate the history and present of Black political resistance.
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Center for an Informed Public
Who Can We Trust? Technology’s Impact on Democracy
In this recorded lecture, University of Washington’s Center for an Informed Public explores questions and solutions for building our trust in modern media.
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