The University of Washington’s annual economic impact on the state of Washington is now $12.5 billion — up from $9.1 billion just five years ago. Learn more here.
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University Book Store anniversary celebration this Friday and Saturday, January 9-10
The University Book Store is celebrating 115 years of service to the community! To show their appreciation, they’re inviting everyone to stop by for special giveaways, discounts, and treats this Friday, January 9 and Saturday, January 10. Check out the details here.
UW architecture students to design, build waterfront pavilion at Pier 58
The UW Department of Architecture was asked to design and build a new facility to serve as a community gathering space on the waterfront at Pier 58. The project is set to open in summer of 2015, and will include a performance stage. Read more about it here.
Public comment on U District extended
Based on feedback from a public hearing on May 20, the deadline for written comments about the UDistrict Urban Design Draft Environmental Impact Statement has been extended from June 9 to June 23. Materials from the public hearing are now posted to the Seattle Department of Planning & Development website.
Curious about tornadoes?
Big weather events are becoming more common. Learn about hurricanes, polar lows, cyclones and more in a free public lecture on June 5 sponsored by the Department of Atmospheric Sciences and featuring a senior scientist from the National Center for Atmospheric Research. Advance registration required.