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Simon Neame named Dean of University of Washington Libraries
Simon Neame was appointed the new dean of University Libraries, University of Washington. The appointment, pending approval by the UW Board of Regents, is set to begin Sept. 1.
Neame will take the position vacated by Vice Provost of Digital Initiatives and Dean of University Libraries Betsy Wilson, who plans to retire July 1 after a nearly 30-year career with UW Libraries, including 20 years as dean.
#IHeartUWLibraries Student Video Contest 2021 Winners!
1st Place: “UW Libraries Animated!” by Jillian Templeton
2nd Place: “A Dog’s Perspective“ by Rachel Kisela
3rd Place: “A Multicultural Lens” by Anh Quynh Pham
Artist Images
UW Libraries announces artist, Juan Alonso-Rodríguez, as the 2021 Artist Images Awardee. Join us on October 28, 2021 for a virtual lecture. Registration details coming soon.
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