UW Magazine
University of Washington Magazine started in 1908 as the Washington Alumnus. Twice in the years since then, the magazine ceased publication entirely—during World War I and in the mid-1930s—only to be revived each time. In 1989, the magazine was redesigned, its circulation expanded and the name changed to Columns. In 2019, the publication rebranded and expanded into University of Washington Magazine.
A line gone dead
Say goodbye to a relic of our analog past as the UW unplugs its final pay phone.
Remember pay phones? Today’s UW students may never see one. Take a stroll down memory lane with archival photos of some of our favorite antiquated technology.
House-burping
A UW professor weighs in: Does lüften, or house-burping, improve indoor air quality?
Professor Dan Jaffe, whose work in atmospheric sciences has been featured in NPR and The New York Times, shares tips on improving indoor air quality.
Home, sweet home
UW Facilities is hard at work renovating an older dorm to accommodate 800 student beds, as well as a health and wellness center. Replacing the vintage 1960s original North Campus dorm Haggett Hall will bring students a new way of life.
Mysterious fish
At the UW’s Friday Harbor Labs, scientists have their eyes opened wide by the armored and obscure life deep in the ocean.
Take a peek at life under the sea.
Kickin’ it
UW Men’s soccer coach Jamie Clark steered his team to the 2026 NCAA championship. Learn how the Husky men’s soccer team eked its way into the playoffs, then beat five teams on the road to win its first national title.
Behind the scenes
A $21.5 million project gives everyone’s favorite study spot, Suzzallo Library, a solid foundation for the next 100 years.
Nicole McNichols turned her wildly popular psychology class on sexuality into a book
According to McNichols, sexual well-being is an essential part of overall health and can be linked to physical and psychological health benefits.
The Colellas, four Husky siblings, took to swimming like ducks to water
The Colellas just kind of fell into the pool as kids. What a stroke of luck that turned out to be.
A screaming life
In his new memoir, Kim Thayil, ’85, reflects on Soundgarden, Seattle’s music scene and his journey from UW student to ’90s rock icon.