The project documents the life and experiences of Seattle’s Chinese immigrant community from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mainland China, and beyond. It aims to create an archive for use by future scholars.
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‘Global innovator’ UW alumna raised $1.2 million with a speech
When she learned that the usual science funding channels weren’t open to her, UW alumna Cindy Wu turned to crowd funding. Her leadership might just change the world.
International team of scientists fighting malaria with a new drug
UW scientists, along with researchers from two other institutions, led an international team which has just announced the development of a new malaria drug ready for clinical testing with humans.
Key facts about GIX from Geekwire
Vice Provost for Innovation Vikram Jandhyala offers more details on the pathbreaking new partnership between the University of Washington, Tsinghua University and Microsoft.
DNA evidence uncovers African poaching hotspots
UW researchers are discovering the origin of illegal ivory and helping police an international trade that is decimating African elephant populations.
[PHOTOS] Leaders from the UW and Tsinghua University sign historic agreement
UW Interim President Ana Mari Cauce, Tsinghua University President Qiu Yong, and additional leaders from both institutions met on the UW campus to sign an agreement launching the Global Innovation Exchange.
From Yueyang to Seattle: A Husky’s self-discovery
Hongzhe (Benji) Liang, ’15 expected to major in mathematics at the UW. Instead, he discovered his passion (and great talent) for art.
World Doctors Orchestra performs at Harborview Medical Center
A group of doctors from across the world, members of the World Doctors Orchestra, played for an audience at Harborview Medical Center. World Doctors Orchestra combines the pleasure of fine music with global medical responsibility.
Health advice for global travelers from the WholeU
UW Medicine offers tips for UW faculty, staff and students traveling abroad this summer. Their advice? Be prepared and get immunized!
2015 Boren Scholar will study in Brazil
University of Washington sophomore Gennevi Fam Lu is one of only 171 students nationwide to be selected as a 2015 Boren Scholar. A first-generation Seattle native, Lu hopes to work someday as a regional affairs officer.