International Newsletter
Husky Global — Spring 2018
Featured Stories
Ready to Converge?
The International Alumni Weekend has a brand new name — UW Converge — that reflects its status as our premier event for international alumni and friends who want to connect to UW and each other. UW Converge 2018 Dates
The Heart of Research
When Kristy Kwon needed help with her thesis on Korean drama, she turned to the East Asia Library. The experience led her to a rediscovery of a culture she once knew well. Read in English / 한국어
Be an International Mentor
You don’t have to live in Seattle to make a difference in the life of a UW student. Learn more about mentoring students remotely through Huskies@Work and other programs on campus. Be a Mentor
Events
Taiwan Reception with Jeff Riedinger
June 23, 2018
Jeff Riedinger, Vice Provost of Global Affairs, will travel to Taiwan where he will attend a reception organized by the Taiwan Huskies.
International Student Send-offs
July 21, 2018 – Aug. 12, 2018
Incoming UW students will have a chance to hear about UW first-hand from alumni at events around Asia. Student Send-offs Page
UW Converge Tokyo 2018
Nov. 16, 2018 – Nov. 18, 2018
UW’s signature international gathering heads to Tokyo in 2018. More details are coming soon, check back often for updates. UW Converge Website
Alumni Spotlight
Jeff’s Corner
Geographic Trustee, Jeff Adams, ’04, reflects on a winter full of Husky excitement and looks forward to more events and opportunities in the spring. Read Jeff’s Letter
A Life Abroad, with Coffee
Julian Fellerman, ’11, grew up in a family of coffee lovers. Now he’s applying his passion to business and improving the lives of South American coffee growers through education and by building sustainable relationships. Read More
International Out and About
It’s been a busy quarter for UW alumni, students and supporters around the world. From prestigious appointments to generous gifts and musical premiers to undersea dives, we’ve got tons of Husky news to share. View Photos in The Out & About Section
Did You Know?
Campus Connections
Are You Ready to Join the Circle?
The President’s Club — a group of donnors recognized for their generous contributions to the University — is now The President’s Circle. The new name is more inclusive of our broad community of supporters. Read The Announcement
Classics & Catapults
A popular course combines building catapults and other ancient technologies with the study of ancient philosophers. Read The Story
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