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Husky 100

The Husky 100 recognizes 100 UW undergraduate and graduate students who are making the most of their time at the UW.

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  • Lauren Marcell

    M.D. : Doctor of Medicine

    Lauren Marcell LinkedIn

    Long Beach, NY

    M.D. : Doctor of Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    Caring for survivors of trauma and violence has informed my commitment to redefining what healing-centered healthcare access can look like, as well as how we learn these skillsets within medical education. I have tremendously valued the opportunity to learn from patients themselves, while engaging with my peers at UW and nationally on how best to develop these critical tools throughout our training.

    Global HealthHealthcare: MedicalPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Andrea Jade Scallon

    B.A.: International Studies

    Andrea Jade Scallon LinkedIn

    Bellevue, WA

    B.A.: International Studies

    Global Health

    Year awarded 2022

    Through the lens of healthcare, UW has provided me with the language and knowledge, the research and advocacy skills, and the compassion and resilience to support people during their most difficult and vulnerable moments, my greatest life goal. As I pursue a career as a physician, I am grateful for my family—Canadian ranchers and Hong Kong immigrants—for instilling in me courage, care, and community which positioned me to navigate my Husky Experience with these same values.

    Global HealthHealthcare: MedicalPublic Health
  • Aasiya Islam

    B.S.: Neuroscience; B.S.: Biochemistry

    Aasiya Islam LinkedIn

    Pullman, WA

    B.S.: Neuroscience; B.S.: Biochemistry

    Informatics

    Year awarded 2022

    My Husky experience is shaped by incredible opportunities and communities that have challenged me to understand the intersectionality of my identities. Through my interdisciplinary coursework, computational neuroscience research, and Muslim Students Association leadership, I have grown to be a more curious and compassionate leader. These experiences have prepared me to become a culturally-competent physician aiming to increase healthcare accessibility through technology and patient advocacy.

    Biology / Life SciencesChemistryHealthcare: MedicalTechnology
  • Maya Hsu

    B.A.: Psychology

    Maya Hsu LinkedIn

    San Mateo, CA

    B.A.: Psychology

    Year awarded 2022

    Passionate about mental health and deep healing, I am starting my Master’s degree in 2022 for Clinical Counseling. I aim to help others find freedom in authenticity like my own journey in therapy has liberated me from restrictive patterns and inhibited emotional experiencing. My classes and internships at UW have immeasurably expanded my worldview and instilled in me a lifelong commitment to and curiosity about empirical research as well as the value of implicit and unquantifiable wisdom.

    PsychologyWellness
  • Orie Kimura

    B.A. Social Welfare

    Orie Kimura LinkedIn

    Chiba, Japan

    B.A. Social Welfare

    Year awarded 2022

    My heart lies in committing myself to cultural humility and advocating for marginalized communities. At UWT, I spread awareness of social justice issues as a president of the Student Social Work Organization and Global Ambassadors Coordinator by providing a place for domestic and international students to discuss and learn about social justice issues worldwide. I envision myself utilizing my husky experience to make school social workers more prominent in my home country, Japan.

    Social JusticeSocial Work
  • Lillian M. Williamson

    B.A.: Political science; B.A.: Environmental studies

    Lillian M. Williamson LinkedIn

    Shoreline, WA

    B.A.: Political science; B.A.: Environmental studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My Husky experience has taught me my potential as a leader, an activist, and a scholar. I study the intersections between issues of injustice and the climate crisis, and have spent my time at the UW working to make tangible change for my communities as a lobbyist, a sitting Commissioner for the City of Seattle, and the Director of the ASUW Queer Student Commission. I plan to continue this work by pursuing a law degree with a focus in environmental law after I graduate.

    Community Organizing / OutreachEnvironment: Conservation / Resource MgtLawPolitical Science
  • Kira Lemke

    B.S.: Biology

    Kira Lemke LinkedIn

    Bothell, WA

    B.S.: Biology

    Neuroscience

    Year awarded 2022

    I’ve studied the variation in vocalization of Steller’s Jays as a Mary Gates Scholar, the effects of urbanization on bird populations as an assistant to Dr. Wacker, and crow vocalizations as part of an undergraduate cohort. Long term, I will study comparative neuroscience in human and cephalopod connectomes. Scientists have a responsibility to make science accessible for the entire community, so my career will be spent engaging the public and next generations as much as possible.

    Biology / Life SciencesEngineering: Chem / Bio / Material SciEnvironment: Marine LifeResearch
  • Andrew Hengstler

    B.S.: Construction Management

    Andrew Hengstler LinkedIn

    Vancouver, WA

    B.S.: Construction Management

    Year awarded 2022

    Strong communities promote positive progress. I have focused my years at the UW working to foster this sense of community, empowering others to rally and grow together. Within my career, I seek to develop built environments that encourage community collaboration, where people are not separated by class or culture. By creating environmentally and socially sustainable habitats, we can both protect nature and preserve our vital sense of community.

    BusinessCommunity Organizing / OutreachConstruction ManagementEngineering: Civil/ Envr/ Industrial
  • We > Me

  • Melanie Langa

    M.D.: Medicine

    Melanie Langa LinkedIn

    Ann Arbor, MI

    M.D.: Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    As a medical student at UWSOM, I’ve had the chance to learn from experts in pathophysiology, indigenous studies and clinical medicine. I came to UW wanting to learn to provide primary care for indigenous patients in the rural west and was able to leverage UW’s connections across the WWAMI region to put classroom learning into practice before returning to Seattle with new questions and an understanding of the challenges that academic centers could investigate to benefit communities.

    Healthcare: Medical
  • Jillian Fuss

    B.A.: Medical Anthropology Global Health

    Jillian Fuss LinkedIn

    Napavine, WA

    B.A.: Medical Anthropology Global Health

    Microbiology

    Year awarded 2022

    Indigenous ecological knowledge is often compared to Western scientific views and the two are often seen as opposing each other, however my major and minor symbolize unity between the two knowledge systems. Science has always been a part of my culture and I strive to use our unique, genius creations and knowledge to empower communities and heal. He kuleana ko kakou e malama i ka kanaka– We have a responsibility to take care of our people.

    Biology / Life SciencesGlobal HealthPublic HealthResearch
  • Analeigh Smith

    M.S.W.: Clinical Social Work

    Analeigh Smith LinkedIn

    Greenville, WV

    M.S.W.: Clinical Social Work

    Year awarded 2022

    I joined the UW School of Social Work as a former Army medic, interested in learning new skills to make a positive difference in the world. Throughout my time in the MSW program I’ve had many opportunities to engage in research and advocacy in both the trans and veterans communities. I’m grateful for the many learning opportunities I’ve had at UW and I am committed to working toward improving the lives of others through research and clinical practice.

    Healthcare: MedicalPsychologySocial JusticeSocial Work
  • Ali Ahmed

    B.A.: Political Science

    Ali Ahmed LinkedIn

    Sarasota, FL

    B.A.: Political Science

    Year awarded 2022

    As an aspiring physician with a belief in data-driven policies and an appreciation for the opportunities afforded by my mentors and professors, I hope to one day improve the health and well-being of communities by leveraging experiences in medicine and policymaking. Inspired by the fact that the most challenging and perplexing problems demand solutions that transcend disciplines, I hope to continue engaging in intellectual pursuits with an interdisciplinary and community-oriented objective.

    Government / Public ServiceHealthcare: MedicalPublic Affairs / Public PolicyPublic Health
  • L’Oreal Kennedy

    B.A.: Social Welfare; B.S. Nursing; DNP: Nurse-Midwifery; M.D.: Medicine

    L’Oreal Kennedy LinkedIn

    Bremerton, WA

    B.A.: Social Welfare; B.S. Nursing; DNP: Nurse-Midwifery; M.D.: Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    As I reflect on the anti-Blackness I have experienced in three separate programs at UW, particularly Medicine, I am propelled to resist retaliation and work diligently and tirelessly with my fellow Black colleagues and accomplices to reimagine healthcare training, co-create radical curricula such as the Black Health Justice Pathway, and build community-centered accountability structures. My community is everything – thank you for inspiring me to mentor, center justice, and lift as I climb.

    Healthcare: MedicalSocial Justice
  • Vida Wang

    B.A.: Law, Societies, & Justice

    Vida Wang LinkedIn

    Stanwood, WA

    B.A.: Law, Societies, & Justice

    Education, Learning, & Society; Human Rights

    Year awarded 2022

    While my pursuit of growth has been constant, my current ambitions can be largely attributed to the abundance of resources, opportunities, and models of diverse leadership offered by UW. My interactions and involvements have nurtured an appreciation for vulnerability and transformative story-telling which, in turn, inform my ongoing trajectory of empowering marginalized communities through the advocating of creative (and necessary) reform in education, incarceration, and immigration systems.

    Community & Social ServicesEducation: Higher EducationLawSocial Justice
  • Nuria Alina Chandra

    B.S.: Computer Science

    Nuria Alina Chandra LinkedIn

    Olympia, WA

    B.S.: Computer Science

    Global Health

    Year awarded 2022

    During my time at UW, my academic interests have wandered and shifted, eventually leading me to study computer science and global health. Beyond the classroom, I have done research in clinical medicine and computer science. I write science communication and social-justice related articles for The Daily, and I enjoy helping other students on their UW journeys as an Undergraduate Research Leader and a Honors Peer Mentor.

    Engineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignGlobal HealthMathematics
  • Alannah Oleson

    Ph.D.: Information Science; M.Sc., Information Science (2021)

    Alannah Oleson LinkedIn

    Roseburg, OR

    Ph.D.: Information Science; M.Sc., Information Science (2021)

    Year awarded 2022

    I research educational interventions to support critical and ethical software interface design, with a particular focus on countering design bias and marginalization. Being a PhD Candidate at the Information School at UW Seattle enabled me to connect my research to the many communities at UW that I work with, learn from, teach, and lead. Together, we create a future where everyone can equitably and effectively access technology — one student, class, and community at a time.

    Education: Higher EducationEngineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignInformation Technology / InformaticsSocial Justice
  • Jasmine Nguyen

    B.S. Chemistry: Biochemistry

    Jasmine Nguyen LinkedIn

    Bellevue, WA

    B.S. Chemistry: Biochemistry

    Biology

    Year awarded 2022

    Coming to UW has shown me how to make the most out of any situation even if it is a route different than intended. I have grown personally and become a better leader. This growth includes breaking social barriers to allow for a more inclusive and empowering environment. My own decision to persevere through situations I thought to be once obstacles has taught me important lessons about my strength which has helped me to build the confidence to develop who I can be as I pursue the dental field.

    ChemistryCommunity & Social ServicesHealthcare: DentalResearch
  • Erik Solhaug

    B.S.: Astronomy; B.S.: Physics: Comprehensive Physics

    Erik Solhaug LinkedIn

    Oslo, Norway

    B.S.: Astronomy; B.S.: Physics: Comprehensive Physics

    Year awarded 2022

    As an international student from Norway, I have combined my insatiable curiosity for the universe with my passion for addressing the needs of international students at the UW. Through my research, I have gained first-hand experience with astrophysical datasets from the Hubble telescope and been a co-lead author of a research paper. In grad school, I wish to continue sharing my interest in the universe with the community and enable future scientists from all backgrounds to pursue their dreams.

    AstronomyPhysicsResearch
  • Yasmin Carmona

    B.A.: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior

    Yasmin Carmona LinkedIn

    Everett, WA

    B.A.: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior

    Education & Society, Teaching & Learning, and Diversity Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    A proud daughter of Mexican immigrants, I am privileged to overcome barriers first-generation face and represent my cultural heritage that my parents could not achieve due to economic issues and marginalized status. During my Husky experience, I learned to recognize assumptions and use them to guide my remarks with diverse perspectives. I am continuing my education to become a School Counselor and will use what I have developed to better support students and families. I am grateful to be part of a community that values equity and justice. Go Dawgs!

    Education: Higher EducationGovernment / Public ServiceSocial JusticeSociology
  • Sheharbano Jafry

    B.A.: Biochemistry; B.A.: English

    Sheharbano Jafry LinkedIn

    Bellevue, WA

    B.A.: Biochemistry; B.A.: English

    Global Health

    Year awarded 2022

    Through the various STEM and non-STEM classes I have taken, research I have conducted, and volunteering I have done throughout my time at UW, I have learned how powerful education and medicine can be. In the future, I hope to become an educator and medical doctor so I can combine tools like education and medicine to continue my work of empowering youth, especially those who are underserved.

    ChemistryCommunity & Social ServicesEducation: SecondaryGlobal Health
  • Together We Will

  • Chase King

    B.S.: Computer Science; B.S.: Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences (Data Sciences & Statistics)

    Chase King LinkedIn

    Corte Madera, CA

    B.S.: Computer Science; B.S.: Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences (Data Sciences & Statistics)

    Neural Computation and Engineering

    Year awarded 2022

    My experiences in teaching, industry, and research have given me a richer appreciation of the diverse set of problems our society faces and inspired me to seek ways to use my position to foster a more inclusive and diverse academic community capable of addressing these problems. Specifically, I envision a future where all information technology graduates are equipped with skills to think critically on a societal level and to design inclusive, equitable, and impactful technology.

    Information Technology / InformaticsPhilosophy / EthicsResearchTeaching
  • Kathy Nguyen

    B.S.: Neuroscience; B.A.: Biochemistry

    Kathy Nguyen LinkedIn

    Renton, WA

    B.S.: Neuroscience; B.A.: Biochemistry

    Global Health

    Year awarded 2022

    I am the daughter of Vietnamese immigrants and the accumulation of the strength and resiliency of the communities I grew up alongside. I’ve learned to approach multi-faceted adversities and opportunities with tenacity: from conducting clinical research to coordinating international conferences. UW is where my passions for community-based and geriatric care took root, and where my passions for collective healing, advocacy, and community outreach continue to bloom.

    Community Organizing / OutreachHealthcare: MedicalPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Ramya Kumar

    PhD: Epidemiology; MPH: Public Health

    Ramya Kumar LinkedIn

    Lowell, MA

    PhD: Epidemiology; MPH: Public Health

    Year awarded 2022

    At the UW I learned to re-envision the margins as places empowered by transformative resistance. Here, I am supported by a community of change-makers with marginalized identities. We uplift each other and recognize our own personal power—despite what systems of oppression may tell us. I am an emerging global health leader, epidemiologist, yogi, and activist committed to equitable partnerships on the African continent. All that I am or hope to be, I owe to the single mother that raised me.

    Global HealthPublic HealthSocial JusticeWellness
  • Elizabeth Dunbar

    Ph.D: Human Centered Design and Engineering

    Elizabeth Dunbar LinkedIn

    Minneapolis, MN

    Ph.D: Human Centered Design and Engineering

    Year awarded 2022

    As a digital health design researcher, I am passionate about working with interdisciplinary teams to better design, implement and evaluate both clinical and public health technologies. I am a PhD candidate in Human Centered Design and Engineering exploring the intersections of global health, implementation science, and technology. I am grateful for my time at UW where I’ve had opportunities to learn across these disciplines while working to design, deploy, and research global health technology with the Digital Initiatives Group at I-TECH (DIGI).

    Global HealthHealthcare: MedicalInformation Technology / InformaticsSocial Justice
  • Eva Shelton

    M.D.: Doctor of Medicine

    Eva Shelton LinkedIn

    Williamsburg, IA; Dandong, China

    M.D.: Doctor of Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    Growing up in poverty, struggling with my identity as an immigrant, and failing in school taught me to not limit myself by my past. I learned to envision goals and transform dreams into reality. I also realized the future extends beyond myself. Being at the intersection of communities taught me how connected we all are despite our differences and the boundless power of teamwork and imagination. To me, the value of life is measured by the future we create for ourselves and the lives we touch.

    Community Organizing / OutreachGlobal HealthNon-profit SectorPublic Health
  • Claudia Valenta

    B.S.: Electrical Engineering

    Claudia Valenta LinkedIn

    Huntington Beach, CA

    B.S.: Electrical Engineering

    Year awarded 2022

    Through my own experiences, I’ve found that one of the determining factors in continued STEM success is the presence of a strong community. Not everyone automatically has that, so it is my top priority to work to create that community here at UW so that all women who want to succeed in engineering can.

    Community Organizing / OutreachEngineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignTechnology
  • Ron Vered

    B.S.: Biology (Physiology); B.A.: Biochemistry

    Ron Vered LinkedIn

    Mishmeret, Israel; Redmond, WA

    B.S.: Biology (Physiology); B.A.: Biochemistry

    Data Science; Bioethics

    Year awarded 2022

    As an immigrant, I struggled to find a sense of belonging in my community, that is, until my time at UW. By exploring the abundant UW resources, I have been able to find my place in the Husky Family. My most memorable experiences have included my time at Hillel, PhiDE, Peer Facilitating, HCASB, and Research at the Iliff lab. UW has given me the platform to pursue my goal of one day becoming a physician-scientist who empowers patients in underserved communities through trust and education.

    Biology / Life SciencesHealthcare: MedicalResearch
  • Noah ben-Chaim Greco

    B.S.: Human Evolutionary Biology; B.S.: Medical Anthropology & Global Health

    Noah ben-Chaim Greco LinkedIn

    Laguna Beach, CA

    B.S.: Human Evolutionary Biology; B.S.: Medical Anthropology & Global Health

    Data Science; Husky Leadership Certificate Recipient

    Year awarded 2022

    With a keen interest in understanding the intersection of health, technology, and society with goals to become an educator on genetic health, I utilized all that UW had to offer. Between countless professional relationships made, research projects completed, and experiences shared with peers, I am proud to be a Husky- graduating in three years while navigating life as an unapologetically queer, Jewish individual. I am forever grateful to all those who helped me in my journey!

    Am Yisrael Chai.

    AnthropologyBiology / Life SciencesGlobal HealthResearch
  • Rikhia Chatterjee

    B.S.: Nursing; B.S.: Psychology

    Rikhia Chatterjee LinkedIn

    Portland, OR

    B.S.: Nursing; B.S.: Psychology

    Year awarded 2022

    By listening to peoples’ stories we can identify and deepen the connections we share. My Husky experiences as a Bengali student, community advisor, and healthcare worker offers a compassionate lens into the challenges communities face. These experiences lay the foundation as I develop my voice, as a leader. I will carry my UW experiences as a psych nurse who prioritizes wellness, equity, and justice.

    Community & Social ServicesHealthcare: MedicalPsychologyWellness
  • Ather Sharif

    Ph.D.: Computer Science; Human-Computer Interaction

    Ather Sharif LinkedIn

    Karachi, Pakistan

    Ph.D.: Computer Science; Human-Computer Interaction

    Year awarded 2022

    I am dedicated to increasing the accessibility of digital information and the full participation of disabled people in computing. As a Ph.D. student with a disability, I am committed to making data visualizations accessible to screen-reader users, such as blind and low-vision people. I serve on the Accessibility User Advisory Group for the Office of the ADA Coordinator at UW and I am passionate about making this society a more equitable place for everyone through research and advocacy.

    Engineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignInformation Technology / InformaticsResearchTechnology
  • Faustino "Blade" Tomàs Yellowcloud Hampson-Medina

    B.S.: Environmental Science and Resource Management

    Faustino "Blade" Tomàs Yellowcloud Hampson-Medina LinkedIn

    San Diego, CA

    B.S.: Environmental Science and Resource Management

    American Indian Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My Ho-Chunk name is JāJā̜p here ga, “He who is Lightning” and through the power passed down from my ancestors I have succeeded in making a positive impact in my community. With the support of my family and friends I have persevered through the challenges I have faced in my college career and I am forever grateful for them showing me the strength I didn’t know I had. In life, you will take Ls and Ws no matter what you do. It is up to you to decide whether those Ls stand for losses or lessons.

    EntrepreneurshipEnvironment: Conservation / Resource MgtEnvironment: Marine LifeEnvironmental: Earth & Space Sci
  • Joey Liang

    B.S.: Bioengineering

    Joey Liang LinkedIn

    Bellevue, WA

    B.S.: Bioengineering

    Year awarded 2022

    Coming from an immigrant family, my experiences at UW have inspired my passion for improving the accessibility of higher education. At the same time, my Husky experience has also given me the unique opportunity to see both the successes and shortcomings of medical solutions through the lab and the clinic. As an aspiring physician-scientist, my experiences in research, medicine, and mentorship have prepared me to translate future therapies from the bench to the bedside, one patient at a time.

    Engineering: Chem / Bio / Material SciHealthcare: Medical
  • Undaunted

  • Shruti Misra

    PhD: Electrical and Computer Engineering; Technology Entrepreneurship Certificate (TEC)

    Shruti Misra LinkedIn

    Mumbai, India and Dubai, UAE

    PhD: Electrical and Computer Engineering; Technology Entrepreneurship Certificate (TEC)

    Year awarded 2022

    My UW experiences have made me passionate about how technology evolves, motivating me to study it from an interdisciplinary lens of engineering, design education and entrepreneurship. Harmonizing these diverse perspectives has enabled me to embed my core values of knowledge, growth, impact, equity and community in my work and have a meaningful education. My UW experience has truly equipped me with the education, network, resilience and diversity of thought required to lead impact wherever I go.

    Education: Higher EducationEngineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignEntrepreneurshipTechnology
  • Lucinda Liu

    B.S.: Biochemistry

    Lucinda Liu LinkedIn

    Vancouver, B.C.

    B.S.: Biochemistry

    Informatics

    Year awarded 2022

    UW has brought me the opportunity to grow and learn through integrating myself into interdisciplinary innovations alongside the brightest individuals around me. As a passionate learner, a growing scientist, a woman of color, and a community leader, I hope to inspire others to tackle all odds of challenges ahead of them. I’ll be taking my husky experience through and beyond my time at UW as I continue to explore the intersection between the two novel fields of life sciences and technology.

    Biology / Life SciencesCommunity Organizing / OutreachResearchTechnology
  • Andre Jimenez

    B.A.: Law & Policy

    Andre Jimenez LinkedIn

    Tacoma, WA

    B.A.: Law & Policy

    Economics, Global Engagement

    Year awarded 2022

    As a student of color, a young father and first-generation student the University of Washington Tacoma has served as a launchpad for me to use what I was learned in the classroom and immediately apply that knowledge in my community. As I continue forward in my education and career, I will take the skills and experiences I’ve gain at the University of Washington to continue building a safer and more equitable community for all.

    LawPolitical SciencePublic Affairs / Public PolicySocial Justice
  • Kaitlyn Laibe

    B.A.: Law, Societies, and Justice

    Kaitlyn Laibe LinkedIn

    Phoenix, AZ

    B.A.: Law, Societies, and Justice

    Year awarded 2022

    From working as the Womxn’s Action Commission Director and Student Body Vice President to teaching Honors intro courses to fighting for the early-release of “lifers” in WA State Prisons, my three years at the UW have been spent attempting to actively disrupt spaces that are systematically silencing. In my last year at UW, I intend to continue devoting myself to the facilitation of accessible, inclusive, and loud spaces – both at the University, as well as in the community.

    Community Organizing / OutreachCriminal JusticeLawSocial Justice
  • Carolyn Fan

    PhD: Health Services

    Carolyn Fan LinkedIn

    Chicago, IL

    PhD: Health Services

    Year awarded 2022

    ​As a PhD student in Health Services, my research focuses on health equity across race, sexual orientation, and gender. I aim to illuminate the importance of bringing the lenses of intersectionality and structural racism and oppression to the public health field. I am so grateful for the opportunities I’ve had during my time at UW to uplift health equity, both on and off campus.

    Public HealthResearchSocial Justice
  • Grace Burchett

    B.A.: Law, Societies and Justice

    Grace Burchett LinkedIn

    Puyallup, WA

    B.A.: Law, Societies and Justice

    Philosophy

    Year awarded 2022

    As someone who has always loved politics and activism, my time as a husky has been spent working to ensure the law is an empowering force rather than an oppressive one. I am a firm believer that change must start with communities, and education is at the heart of this. My experiences in Seattle K-12 classrooms and work with incarcerated individuals have been invaluable, and will propel me through law school and into a career that merges education and law.

    Criminal JusticeEducation: PrimaryLawPublic Affairs / Public Policy
  • Kevin Glover

    M.D.: Doctor of Medicine

    Kevin Glover

    Spring Creek, NV

    M.D.: Doctor of Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    I get excited by working to democratize medicine. I want to be a part of restructuring our system of healthcare research and delivery to place the needs and assets of communities at the center. Communities should be able to participate in setting the values and goals of the healthcare system that serves them.

    Community & Social ServicesCommunity Organizing / OutreachPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Sam Jemuelle Quiambao

    B.A.:Drama; B.S.:Informatics

    Sam Jemuelle Quiambao LinkedIn

    Seattle & Antipolo City, Philippines

    B.A.:Drama; B.S.:Informatics

    Year awarded 2022

    UW provided many opportunities for my self-discovery and self-growth as an artist, developer, leader, and overall identity. I aim to foster a more accessible and inclusive community in the theater and tech industry by utilizing the skills and experience in my interdisciplinary studies here at UW, both inside and outside the classroom.

    Information Technology / InformaticsPerforming ArtsSocial JusticeTechnology
  • Sydney Sherk

    B.A.: International Studies

    Sydney Sherk LinkedIn

    Bellingham, WA

    B.A.: International Studies

    American Indian Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My time studying human rights at the Jackson School of International Studies has led me to understand the importance of engaging in complex issues with empathy and an open mind. The most meaningful learning I have done, however, has been through connection with my peers and their stories, both in class and through my work at the Husky Union Building. At the UW I have been able to take action to improve inclusion on campus by creating outlets for students’ voices to be heard by campus leaders.

    Government / Public ServiceInternational RelationsPublic Affairs / Public Policy
  • Alissa Acheson

    B.S.: Human Centered Design and Engineering, Human Computer Interaction; B.A.: Swedish

    Alissa Acheson LinkedIn

    Redmond, WA

    B.S.: Human Centered Design and Engineering, Human Computer Interaction; B.A.: Swedish

    Scandinavian Area Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    Through my experiences at UW I’ve learned to leverage the interdisciplinary perspective. In design I’ve learned that incorporating different viewpoints and experiences into a product makes it more useable and therefore more successful. Through that and learning a new language I’ve gained greater skills in empathy. I have been named to be apart of the Husky 100 because of my passion towards exploring new and novel problem spaces to create more accepting environments and products.

    Disability ServicesEngineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignForeign LanguagesResearch
  • Paytan Murray

    B.A.: Law, Societies, and Justice

    Paytan Murray LinkedIn

    Snoqualmie, WA

    B.A.: Law, Societies, and Justice

    Global Health

    Year awarded 2022

    I aspire to become a lawyer that specializes in the intersection between international human rights and climate justice law, establishing protections for those who face intersectional discrimination or are socioeconomically disadvantaged. At the University of Washington, I am constantly drawing connections between my courses and hardships that I have personally overcome, utilizing my first-hand experiences through entrepreneurial means, seminars, and essays to promote educational equity for all.

    EntrepreneurshipInternational RelationsLawSocial Justice
  • Maryam Al Darraji

    B.S.: Biomedical Sciences

    Maryam Al Darraji

    Baghdad, Iraq

    B.S.: Biomedical Sciences

    Year awarded 2022

    UW made me a professional and a stronger independent Muslim woman who never let my rights be taken away from me. In my home country, I overcame violence, unsupportive community, unaccepting classroom environments, discouragement from pursuing a career in medicine and biases against women. These hardships didn’t stop me from thriving in higher education. UW allowed me to turn from failure into a neuroscience researcher, community leader, language facilitator, a motivator and inspiration to others.

    Biology / Life SciencesChemistryHealthcare: MedicalResearch
  • Passion Never Rests

  • Hayoung Jung

    B.S.: Computer Science; B.A.: Political Science

    Hayoung Jung LinkedIn

    Vancouver, WA

    B.S.: Computer Science; B.A.: Political Science

    Year awarded 2022

    My vision of positively impacting the world through technology began at UW. Growing from a naive student to an aspiring researcher, I have been challenged to find myself and proactively push for change — UW has empowered me to use technology to serve, advocate for diverse communities, and combat social inequities. I look forward to taking my Husky Experience to graduate school and the technology industry, where I hope to promote social good in the world using the power of technology.

    Community Organizing / OutreachEngineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignInformation Technology / InformaticsResearch
  • Marcena Day

    Juris Doctorate

    Marcena Day LinkedIn

    Aurora, CO & East St. Louis, IL

    Juris Doctorate

    Year awarded 2022

    As a first generation lawyer, I’ve always had a passion for education equity but the staff and students at Leschi Elementary solidified my career path as a civil rights attorney focused on education. Their stories motivated me to accept my professors’ wisdom so that I may help create a society where public education is amply funded and supported from all angles. In this next phase, I hope to build on my experience as I pursue my goal of becoming an education legal jurist and eventually judge.

    Education: Higher EducationEducation: PrimaryEducation: SecondaryLaw
  • Melissa MacEwen

    Ph.D.: Pharmacology; Certificate: Molecular Medicine Graduate Certificate Program

    Melissa MacEwen LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    Ph.D.: Pharmacology; Certificate: Molecular Medicine Graduate Certificate Program

    Year awarded 2022

    Science communication and public engagement are central to my identity as a scientist. From explaining nutrient cycling to children at the Pacific Science Center, to helping Washingtonians ween ourselves off of fossil fuels, my work on and off campus helps me create the healthy, sustainable future I want to inhabit. These pursuits have shaped my time as a UW student and they will inform my personal and professional endeavors long after I graduate.

    Biology / Life SciencesEntrepreneurshipEnvironment: Conservation / Resource MgtHealthcare: Medical
  • Gabrielle Catabijan

    B.A.: Business Administration (Marketing & Entrepreneurship); B.A.: Cinema & Media Studies

    Gabrielle Catabijan LinkedIn

    Manila, PH

    B.A.: Business Administration (Marketing & Entrepreneurship); B.A.: Cinema & Media Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    It is through storytelling, production, and creative programming that I satiate my passions for collaboration and community building. The stories I’ve championed, programs I’ve orchestrated, and the community I’ve built along the way inspire my continual quest for growth. I’m grateful to have had an undergraduate experience conducive to interdisciplinary learning through which I have discovered and applied the symbiosis of business and art in order to enable diverse artistry and uplift voices.

    EntrepreneurshipMarketingVisual ArtsWriting / Editing
  • Daniel Guorui Chen

    B.S.: Informatics (Data Science); B.S.: Microbiology

    Daniel Guorui Chen LinkedIn

    Sammamish, WA

    B.S.: Informatics (Data Science); B.S.: Microbiology

    Year awarded 2022

    At UW, I have served as a researcher, mentor, and leader. I conduct COVID-19 and cancer immunotherapy research to understand human health challenges and identify therapies while confronting microaggressions in academia. I mentor students across universities in research and academic capacities. I lead students in addressing climate change and advocating for neurodiversity. Through these, I have learned to integrate knowledge and am prepared for a future dedicated to improving the human condition.

    Biology / Life SciencesHealthcare: MedicalInformation Technology / InformaticsResearch
  • Hana Abdulrahman

    B.A.: Community Psychology, BA.: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior, M.A.: Policy Studies

    Hana Abdulrahman LinkedIn

    Redmond, WA

    B.A.: Community Psychology, BA.: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior, M.A.: Policy Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My background has shaped and molded the person I have become today and who I strive to be in the future. With my current graduate degree, I hope to further the conversation around equity and access to resources and services to vulnerable communities. I will continue to think about the potential of intersectionality in my approach to advance civic and community participation.

    Community Organizing / OutreachGovernment / Public ServiceSocial JusticeWellness
  • Sam Locke

    B.A.: Global Studies; B.A.: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior

    Sam Locke LinkedIn

    Lynnwood, WA

    B.A.: Global Studies; B.A.: Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior

    Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My pathway through higher education has been incredibly convoluted and challenging. It has led me to pursue work in social justice and human rights to ensure that everyone has as many opportunities as possible to pursue an education. I’m incredibly proud to be a member of the Husky 100 and hope to see more students get involved with higher education activism!

    Community & Social ServicesEducation: Higher EducationNon-profit SectorSocial Justice
  • Wintana Eyob

    B.S.: Informatics

    Wintana Eyob LinkedIn

    Everett, WA

    B.S.: Informatics

    Year awarded 2022

    The bad news is injustice is everywhere, but the good news is this means I can strive for justice everywhere. As my interests have changed, so have the ways I empower underrepresented communities. I’ve uplifted underserved communities through mentoring, coaching, teaching & coding. I’m excited to continue combining my evolving interests with my steady passion for empowering underrepresented communities.

    Human ResourcesInformation Technology / InformaticsSocial JusticeTechnology
  • Djelli Berisha

    B.S.: Biology

    Djelli Berisha LinkedIn

    Lynnwood, WA

    B.S.: Biology

    Chemistry, Diversity Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    Powered from tri-campus relationships, academic curiosity, building connection between experiences, and mentorship, I have learned the value of a transformative student experience and how to be a strong advocate for transformative experiences for all. UWB has transformed me into a scholar and perceptive leader that considers how I lead with purpose, and continue to make meaningful impact.

    Biology / Life SciencesGlobal HealthHealthcare: MedicalSocial Justice
  • Mimi Hope To

    B.A.: Psychology & Education, Communities, and Organizations

    Mimi Hope To LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.A.: Psychology & Education, Communities, and Organizations

    Diversity

    Year awarded 2022

    I am the product of the seeds planted by my ancestors, the hopes and dreams of my immigrant parents, and of the communities that have held me. A culmination of the people, places, and experiences I have encountered throughout my life – I am community made. My Husky Experience is rooted in radical love, resistance, and the Vietnamese value of collectivism – together we won’t just survive, but thrive.

    Community Organizing / OutreachEducation: Higher EducationPsychologySocial Justice
  • Brian Cedeno

    M.D.: Medicine

    Brian Cedeno LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    M.D.: Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    To be an amazing physician, I must go beyond treating the cellular causes of disease. I must work alongside communities to address the social inequities that make communities sick, such as lack of healthcare access, healthy foods, and housing. I am committed to working beyond the hospital walls as a public health advocate to improve the health of society’s most vulnerable members. I also hope to pay it forward and help increase the number of underrepresented minorities in medical school.

    Healthcare: MedicalPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Dustin Mattaio Mara

    B.Des.: Visual Communication Design; B.A.: International Studies

    Dustin Mattaio Mara LinkedIn

    Mukilteo, WA

    B.Des.: Visual Communication Design; B.A.: International Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My experience as a Husky reflects a wide spectrum of human realities. These past four years have shaped my persona and mindset as a leader, on and off campus, advocating for mental health, athletic diversity, and survivor support. My community and history have provided me with the skill and wisdom necessary to give back to those in need and forge a path forward for myself.

    Digital & Visual Media / Content StrategyForeign LanguagesInternational RelationsVisual Arts
  • Dare to Do

  • Hayley Park

    Master of Library and Information Science

    Hayley Park LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    Master of Library and Information Science

    Year awarded 2022

    My Husky experience at UW Information School and UW Libraries has opened up so many portals for me to explore all forms and types of space where information and social justice meet. As a values-driven first-generation immigrant library worker, I am drawn to ideas and practices that challenge cultural hegemony and structural inequities. Using the social justice framework learned at the iSchool, I am committed to ensuring equitable access for all of us to knowledge essential to each of our sensemaking journeys.

    HumanitiesInformation Technology / InformaticsLibrary ScienceSocial Justice
  • Sara Phillips

    M.D.: Doctor of Medicine

    Sara Phillips LinkedIn

    Kaua'i, HI

    M.D.: Doctor of Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    Growing up in a medically underserved Native Hawaiian community, I saw how lacking access to healthcare perpetuates unjust disparities. I am grateful to the Indigenous community at UW and the PNW who, during my time as a medical student, helped me find my voice as an advocate for Native women and families. During my next phase of medical training, I will be entering OB/GYN residency armed with an unwavering passion for reproductive justice and health equity.

    Healthcare: MedicalPublic HealthResearchSocial Justice
  • Anika Lindley

    B.S.: Psychology

    Anika Lindley LinkedIn

    Santa Cruz, CA

    B.S.: Psychology

    Statistics

    Year awarded 2022

    Motivated by my curiosity to understand the world around me, I joined the Psychology Honors program and took challenging statistics courses to be able to conduct rigorous research. I have worked to positively impact the lives of individuals with autism by contributing to research on behavioral and biological risk markers. To share my excitement, I became an Undergraduate Research Leader.

    PsychologyResearchStatistics
  • Tiara Schwarze-Taufiq

    B.S.: Public Health-Global Health; B.S.: Neuroscience

    Tiara Schwarze-Taufiq LinkedIn

    Kenmore, WA

    B.S.: Public Health-Global Health; B.S.: Neuroscience

    Labor Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    As a Husky, I have synthesized my knowledge across disciplines to promote a better life for people with neurological conditions through research, tutoring, and an initiative I founded to promote solidarity among neurodivergent students. By serving diverse populations, I have gained a nuanced understanding of healing and relationship building. My time at UW has provided a strong foundation for a lifetime of meaningful engagement with marginalized populations as a public health professional.

    Biology / Life SciencesHealthcare: MedicalSocial JusticeWellness
  • IB Sobayo

    M.S.: Human-Centered Design & Engineering

    IB Sobayo LinkedIn

    Port Harcourt, Nigeria

    M.S.: Human-Centered Design & Engineering

    Year awarded 2022

    My Husky experience in HCDE and as an EPIC team-member has taught me about what matters when it comes to inclusion and access. During my time here, I have done work to recognize gaps & advocate for more inclusion at UW. As I graduate with a master’s degree, I know what I am capable of and what I want my impact to look like. The good change I want to make in the world is to provide access to people who do not have it and help them experience success through design. Eagerly looking forward to it!

    Engineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignInformation Technology / InformaticsTechnology
  • Ethan Kuhn

    B.S.: Informatics

    Ethan Kuhn LinkedIn

    West Seattle, WA

    B.S.: Informatics

    Year awarded 2022

    As both a Haida and Indigenous person at UW, I’ve rooted myself in being a community member capable of learning, sharing, and expanding through all my relationships. I give thanks to those who’ve brought me upward by supporting the scholars of the future, as I continue leveraging technology and design to benefit people and community over profit. I’m actively tending to my relationships and communities as they’ve tended to me.

    Information Technology / Informatics
  • Talia Kertsman

    B.A.: Community, Environment & Planning; B.A.: Geography

    Talia Kertsman LinkedIn

    Atherton, CA

    B.A.: Community, Environment & Planning; B.A.: Geography

    Urban Design and Planning

    Year awarded 2022

    I came to the UW seeking a depth of understanding around questions keeping me up at night – questions about the future of cities and how to sustain belonging in all spaces. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to grow in Seattle and learn from those working to preserve spaces of cultural value. I hope to work at the intersection of equitable community development and education, thinking about how students and educators can co-create spaces of learning, inside and outside the classroom.

    Community Organizing / OutreachSocial JusticeTeachingUrban Design & Planning
  • Alex Zerbe

    B.A.: History

    Alex Zerbe LinkedIn

    Olympia, WA

    B.A.: History

    Teaching, Learning, and Justice

    Year awarded 2022

    The pandemic forced me into a hiatus from my 20-year career as a comedy juggler and now I’m about to finish college! I’ve been awarded two Guinness World Records, won a Hacky Sack World Championship and am currently raising two teenage daughters. Returning to school to major in history at UWT has allowed me to grow as a person and connect more deeply with my roots in the Pacific Northwest.

    HistoryPerforming ArtsTeaching
  • Paulette Thompson

    PhD: Education (Multicultural Education/Equity Studies)

    Paulette Thompson

    Seattle, WA

    PhD: Education (Multicultural Education/Equity Studies)

    Year awarded 2022

    The UW has for decades been a major part of my journey, as I have transformed from educator to border-crossing doctoral student. My experiences in Morocco, Brazil, and the classroom, along with UW faculty support throughout campus, have led me to see the role that education plays more broadly in personal and societal transformations or “culture-crossings”. My dissertation focuses on education for liberation and the praxis of secondary teachers who have undergone transformational experiences.

    Social JusticeTeaching
  • Molly Mollica

    Ph.D.: Bioengineering

    Molly Mollica LinkedIn

    Athens, OH

    Ph.D.: Bioengineering

    Year awarded 2022

    I am passionate about designing a more equitable world through research, teaching, and service. In the lab, I aim to understand sex differences in platelet function and plan to lead additional equity-driven research as a professor. As a co-founder and leader of HuskyADAPT (Accessible Design And Play Technology), I build an inclusive UW culture and train students and community members in accessible design.

    Engineering: Chem / Bio / Material SciEngineering: Mechanical / Aero/AstronauticsResearchTeaching
  • Jas Harcum

    MSW: Master of Social Work

    Jas Harcum LinkedIn

    Long Island, NY

    MSW: Master of Social Work

    Year awarded 2022

    My time as a Husky has helped me to be more confident as I prepare for social work licensure, build my professional and community networks, and weave intention in all the work I do to be a bridge for healing and care. Through the trials and travels of the first two decades of my life I’m more committed to my values of cross-cultural connection, social change, and community care than ever before.

    Community & Social ServicesHumanitiesSocial JusticeSocial Work
  • Sharlene Shirali

    B.S.: Neuroscience

    Sharlene Shirali

    Bellevue, WA

    B.S.: Neuroscience

    Year awarded 2022

    During my time at the University of Washington, I have pursued opportunities that allowed me to further explore and advance my passions. While at UW, I learned both in the classroom and the community, with each providing me the knowledge and skills to growth personally and professionally. My involvement with the community at UW has shaped my Husky experience, and taught me the importance of persistence and resilience, as well as a growth mindset.

    Biology / Life Sciences
  • Be the First

  • Kenya Z. Mejia

    PhD: Human Centered Design & Engineering

    Kenya Z. Mejia LinkedIn

    Los Angeles, CA

    PhD: Human Centered Design & Engineering

    Year awarded 2022

    Inspired by my own experiences in a Mechanical Engineering education, I am researching ways that systemic barriers are causing exclusive environments, and finding ways students, faculty, and other stakeholders can co-design inclusive practices at UW and other universities. At the core of this social justice issue is to ensure people from diverse backgrounds are a valued part of the engineering conversations that are shaping our increasingly sociotechnical futures.

    Education: Higher EducationEngineering: Mechanical / Aero/AstronauticsResearchSocial Justice
  • Makena Yee

    B.A.: Communication

    Makena Yee LinkedIn

    Renton, WA

    B.A.: Communication

    Diversity

    Year awarded 2022

    I’ve learned to enact social change by utilizing my strengths as a community leader and social media maven. My UW experience has been an interdisciplinary exploration of the intersectionality between digital media and our society. My enthusiasm for social media, digital marketing, and PR has grown through internships in various sectors. I look forward to utilizing my knowledge to uplift businesses and use platforms to empower others. I strive to spark change and encourage people to be boundless.

    Digital & Visual Media / Content StrategyEntrepreneurshipMarketingMedia / Public Relations / Journalism
  • Yoni Rodriguez

    Exposure Science

    Yoni Rodriguez LinkedIn

    Toppenish, WA

    Exposure Science

    Year awarded 2022

    I am a proud son of an Oaxacan father and a Coliman mother. As a first-generation graduate student, I honor my family, community, and mentors by prioritizing research that focuses on eliminating environmental hazards to reduce the vulnerability of populations characterized by deep disparities in health and socioeconomic status. I believe all communities have the right to clean air, water, and food regardless of social class, race, religion, or nationality.

    Biology / Life SciencesEnvironmental: Earth & Space SciPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Rain K. Wilson

    Mathematics

    Rain K. Wilson LinkedIn

    Milpitas, California

    Mathematics

    Applied Mathematics; Disability Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    As the current student leader for the UW Tacoma Campus Climate Monitoring (Oversight) Committee, I work to support the responsible entities and to hold them accountable for making transformative changes as outlined in the Implementation Plans. I strongly believe that my participation in the Climate Survey process has been the one of the most powerful and influential experiences of my life and will certainly make a positive impact to the UW community for many years to come.

    Education: Higher EducationMathematicsResearchTeaching
  • Niharika Arora

    Master of Communication in Digital Media: Marketing & Analytics

    Niharika Arora LinkedIn

    Delhi, India

    Master of Communication in Digital Media: Marketing & Analytics

    Year awarded 2022

    As an international student, I am beyond grateful for the opportunities at UW that fueled my curiosity. The Communication Leadership program provided me with unparalleled inter-disciplinary experiences to help me grow and connect the dots across all my diverse applied learning approaches and shaped my perspective towards empathy, inclusion, and collaboration. In that spirit, I strive to become a leader in my field to do good and would continue to make the Husky Experience impactful for all.

    BusinessConsultingManagement / AdministrationMarketing
  • Jessica Belmont

    B.A.: Gender, Women, & Sexuality Studies; American & Ethnic Studies

    Jessica Belmont LinkedIn

    Duvall, WA

    B.A.: Gender, Women, & Sexuality Studies; American & Ethnic Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    I came to UW Bothell as a returning adult student, as my first step toward fulfilling a call to activist ministry. As a queer trans woman, I’m committed to working toward greater equity and inclusion in all of our communities. I am coming away from UWB with a much greater understanding of how intersecting systems of oppression affect and divide all of us. As I look toward graduate theology work, I believe I am already a better minister because of what I have learned at UW.

    Community & Social ServicesReligionSocial Justice
  • Monserrat Morales Miranda

    Master of Public Health

    Monserrat Morales Miranda LinkedIn

    Marysville, WA

    Master of Public Health

    Year awarded 2022

    With the skills and values, I have gained as a UW student I hope to join the public health workforce to promote healthcare equity, quality, and accessibility. Navigating the higher education system as a first-generation and immigrant student has been a challenge that continues to impact me. I am grateful I found guidance and mentorship from UW faculty which has allowed me to become more confident in who I am as a public health practitioner.

    Global HealthHuman ResourcesNon-profit SectorPublic Health
  • Gabriela Claravall

    B.S.: Public Health-Global Health; B.A.: Medical Anthropology and Global Health; B.S.: Anthropology of Globalization

    Gabriela Claravall LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.S.: Public Health-Global Health; B.A.: Medical Anthropology and Global Health; B.S.: Anthropology of Globalization

    Year awarded 2022

    As a proud daughter of Filipino immigrants and an aspiring physician, I look forward to advocating and serving underrepresented communities. My husky experience helped me integrate the knowledge and skills I’ve acquired, approach service-learning through a critical lens, focus on social change, and form authentic relationships with communities. I hope to help advance healthcare grounded on dismantling structural inequality, redistributing power, and improving the health of patient populations.

    AnthropologyGlobal HealthHealthcare: MedicalPublic Health
  • Rory Cole

    M.D.: Medicine

    Rory Cole LinkedIn

    Bellevue, ID

    M.D.: Medicine

    Year awarded 2022

    Throughout medical school, I have strived to be a positive presence in my community. Over the last two years, I spent two seasons coaching Moscow High JV Girls Basketball, fought against gender inequities in medicine, coordinated medical student participation in mass vaccination campaigns then grew this opportunity into student involvement via drive-through testing, and developed a program for medical students to visit hospitalized COVID patients who otherwise were not allowed visitors.

    Healthcare: MedicalPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Kat Taylor

    Master of Occupational Therapy

    Kat Taylor LinkedIn

    Bow, WA

    Master of Occupational Therapy

    Year awarded 2022

    As a bilingual and neurodivergent graduate student of occupational therapy, my passion is to dismantle systemic barriers for Spanish-speaking individuals and the autistic & disability community. My role within OT is to help people engage in meaningful activities of daily living and participate in their communities. My Husky experience has prepared me for the lifelong journey to embrace cultural humility, empower my clients to celebrate their strengths, and advocate for inclusive communities.

    Community & Social ServicesDisability ServicesForeign LanguagesHealthcare: Medical
  • Lyneea Kmail

    MLIS: Master of Library and Information Science

    Lyneea Kmail LinkedIn

    Tacoma, WA

    MLIS: Master of Library and Information Science

    Year awarded 2022

    “For however many things have a plurality of parts and are not merely a complete aggregate but instead some kind of a whole beyond its parts.” (Aristotle) It’s this synergistic combination of roles of teacher, mother, student, and leader that make me who I am and have prepared me for my career in librarianship. Growing into this identity at the UW has brought me a great sense of belonging and has reignited my passion for education, and specifically for information literacy in our digital age.

    Education: Higher EducationEducation: PrimaryEducation: SecondaryLibrary Science
  • Emily Huynh

    B.S.: Biology; Interdisciplinary Honors Program

    Emily Huynh LinkedIn

    Renton, WA

    B.S.: Biology; Interdisciplinary Honors Program

    Year awarded 2022

    In UW Honors and Biology, I studied not only body systems but also interdisciplinary links between healthcare and social justice. I applied my passion for health equity and amplifying historically unheard voices as a child of Vietnamese immigrants through clinical research and partnerships with youth experiencing houselessness in Seattle. My time as a Husky centered on growing as a leader amidst challenges and serving people from all backgrounds, as I strive to continue as a future physician.

    Biology / Life SciencesHealthcare: MedicalResearchSocial Justice
  • Question the Answer

  • Hailey Starr

    B.A.: Medical Anthropology and Global Health

    Hailey Starr LinkedIn

    Renton, WA

    B.A.: Medical Anthropology and Global Health

    Year awarded 2022

    I am a caregiver for individuals with developmental disabilities, and I’ve seen firsthand the difficulties these families face in navigating healthcare for their children. I conducted ethnographic research to explore the disability parent community in WA as a resource for newly-diagnosed families in navigating the health system. My UW experience gave me the opportunity to begin making positive change as an undergrad as I pursue medical school to become a developmental pediatrician.

    AnthropologyDisability ServicesHealthcare: MedicalPublic Health
  • Andrew de Vera Cornel

    B.A.: Media & Communication Studies

    Andrew de Vera Cornel LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.A.: Media & Communication Studies

    Health Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    During my time at UW Bothell, I wanted to continue my passion for leadership and helping others. Being involved in FASA sa UWB and other roles on campus have given me opportunities to grow. Looking into the future, I have learned that my passion lies in communication and leadership. I’m keeping an open mind and following the path that is meant for me. One of my life goals is to start my own non-profit. My spark for helping others has been ignited and I will never allow the flame to extinguish.

    Community Organizing / OutreachManagement / AdministrationMedia / Public Relations / JournalismPublic Health
  • Suchitra Gopal

    B.S.: Bioengineering: Data Science

    Suchitra Gopal LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.S.: Bioengineering: Data Science

    Year awarded 2022

    Through my roles supporting underrepresented students as a mentor, improving access to healthcare in resource-limited communities as a researcher, destigmatizing mental health conversations as an advocate and creating inclusive learning spaces as a educator, my UW experience helped me foster my overall development. I’m an innovative leader who inspires and empowers others to make a difference in the world, challenges inequities, takes initiative and creates spaces where everyone feels valued.

    ConsultingEngineering: Chem / Bio / Material SciHealthcare: MedicalTechnology
  • Wendi Zhou

    B.A.: Philosophy; B.A.: History

    Wendi Zhou LinkedIn

    Bellevue, WA

    B.A.: Philosophy; B.A.: History

    Ethics, Human Rights, Comparative History of Ideas

    Year awarded 2022

    My UW journey has been informed by—and in turn has significantly informed—my personal experiences, identities, and the communities I am a part of. I hope to ultimately work at the intersection of publicly engaged scholarship and reparative justice practice in a way reflective of my commitment to community.

    HistoryHumanitiesNon-profit SectorPhilosophy / Ethics
  • Nasra Mohamed

    B.A.: Environmental Studies

    Nasra Mohamed LinkedIn

    Auburn,WA

    B.A.: Environmental Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    As the daughter of Somali immigrants, I strive to amplify the voices of marginalized communities. As a future physician and researcher, I look forward to applying the knowledge and skills I’ve gained in advocacy, health education, and the School of IAS to promote health equity among refugee and immigrant communities. My UW experience has allowed me to foster mentorships across the UW campuses, helping me to explore my passion for research and community engagement.

    Community Organizing / OutreachEnvironment: Conservation / Resource MgtHealthcare: MedicalResearch
  • Sasha Duttchoudhury

    M.S.W.: Clinical Social Work, B.A.: English Language & Literature

    Sasha Duttchoudhury LinkedIn

    Bothell, WA

    M.S.W.: Clinical Social Work, B.A.: English Language & Literature

    Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies (2013)

    Year awarded 2022

    Coming back to school with 7 years of work experience serving diverse communities, I knew I wanted to support deep transformation and healing through a social justice-oriented therapy practice. I applied to UW School of Social Work as a Masters student to better understand trauma, mental health, and the complexities of coping. My work at the UW Resilience Lab and as an intern therapist at MEND Seattle has allowed me to help others expand their understandings of welling and capacity for hope.

    Social JusticeSocial WorkWellness
  • Lisi Case

    B.S.: Informatics

    Lisi Case LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.S.: Informatics

    Year awarded 2022

    It’s one thing to say everyone’s voice matters; it’s another to create an inclusive environment that makes it easy for people to speak up. Throughout my time at UW, I’ve learned to lead, mentor, and advocate for accessibility and inclusivity. Particularly as a TA (and someone who never thought they’d enjoy programming!), I love making CS fun, interesting, and approachable for novices and people who wouldn’t otherwise have seen themselves in tech.

    Engineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignInformation Technology / InformaticsPhilosophy / EthicsTeaching
  • Peter Tinker

    B.S.: Chemistry; B.S.: Biochemistry

    Peter Tinker LinkedIn

    Hampstead, NH

    B.S.: Chemistry; B.S.: Biochemistry

    Year awarded 2022

    I have worked hard to improve student engagement and enrichment in the Chemistry Department, and to improve the learning experience for my fellow chemistry students. My time as a husky has shown me the impact we all have on each other’s success and has invigorated my goal: improving the learning experience of students like myself. Having studied, worked, and taught within the Chemistry Department, I have worked through multiple avenues to expand equity and inclusion for chemistry undergraduates.

    Biology / Life SciencesChemistryHealthcare: PharmaceuticsResearch
  • Lindsay Tebeck

    M.A.: Library & Information Science

    Lindsay Tebeck

    Walla Walla, WA

    M.A.: Library & Information Science

    Year awarded 2022

    I am a creative spirit with a passion for Library & Information Science and an expertise in design. My time at the University of Washington has equipped me with the knowledge and tools to empower others through the library setting. I develop graphics, promotions, programs and more to facilitate connection between the public and the library, have had the wonderful experience of serving as a Washington Library Association Marketing & Communications Committee member, and am always exploring ways to uplift and amplify the voices around me as I continue to grow at the iSchool. Thanks to such enriching experiences at UW and beyond, I am able to act on my foundational values of compassion, empathy, and a profound desire for understanding to bring Husky Excellence to communities I serve.

    Government / Public ServiceInformation Technology / InformaticsLibrary ScienceNon-profit Sector
  • Zhen Williams

    B.A.: Psychology; B.S.: Biology (Physiology)

    Zhen Williams LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.A.: Psychology; B.S.: Biology (Physiology)

    Year awarded 2022

    Passionate about a career in neuroscience involving the arts, and with a commitment to mental health advocacy, I investigated these fields at the University of Washington from different angles. I am inspired to improve ‘in the moment’ well-being of people with dementia through arts-based therapeutic clinical interventions. I will continue to give back to people in a way that allows me to connect with them on a personal level, wherever I am.

    Biology / Life SciencesInformation Technology / InformaticsPsychologyVisual Arts
  • Ryan Breuer

    B.A.: Business Administration (Finance)

    Ryan Breuer LinkedIn

    Scottsdale, AZ

    B.A.: Business Administration (Finance)

    Year awarded 2022

    I am passionate about discovering platforms in business that lift people up through both advocacy and inclusion. By working alongside a variety of local and global businesses, I have learned how to promote positive leadership through a dedication to innovation, community, and sustainability. The University of Washington and Foster School of Business have instilled in me an excitement for learning while motivating me to build a better world.

    BusinessCommunity Organizing / OutreachFinanceManagement / Administration
  • Navon Morgan

    B.A.: Political Science with Honors

    Navon Morgan LinkedIn

    Tulsa, OK

    B.A.: Political Science with Honors

    Year awarded 2022

    My passion starts first with hearing the needs of the community and then from there utilizing policy and the power of advocacy to meet those issues with tangible solutions. My hope is to always be entrenched in the work of helping usher marginalized communities like my own onward and upward into a new moment.

    Public Affairs / Public Policy
  • Be A World of Good

  • Peyton Goodwin

    B.A.: Comparative History of Ideas

    Peyton Goodwin LinkedIn

    Seattle, WA

    B.A.: Comparative History of Ideas

    Year awarded 2022

    Everything is connected — from global crises, to social media trends, to brain chemistry; and yet, many of us feel profoundly disconnected from ourselves and one another. What if we could foster collaboration, empathy, and connection rather than competition? My work at UW draws from a myriad of perspectives, including Indigenous scholarship, Black feminist teachings, and critical animal studies, to challenge assumptions, open possibilities, and create a kinder, gentler world for all inhabitants.

    PsychologySocial JusticeTeachingWellness
  • Saron Almaw

    B.A.: Business Administration; Marketing

    Saron Almaw LinkedIn

    Lynnwood, WA

    B.A.: Business Administration; Marketing

    Year awarded 2022

    As an Ethiopian immigrant, I would not have had the opportunity to be pursuing higher education if it weren’t for the sacrifices of my parents and ancestors. My Husky experience has provided me the invaluable guidance to contribute to my community through a non-profit organization, leadership, professional development, and advocating for corporate social responsibility.

    Business
  • Aarti Tandon

    B.A.: Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health

    Aarti Tandon LinkedIn

    Yorba Linda, CA

    B.A.: Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health

    Year awarded 2022

    As an aspiring physician and public health advocate, my UW experiences have ignited my passion to empower people to reach the help they need. My time as a Husky has enabled me to take small-scale solutions and use my imagination to extrapolate the way in which they can be applied globally for broader change. The science of medicine inspires me because it can enact social welfare. I hope to bridge the gap between the two disciplines and thereby bridge the gap between the have and the have-nots.

    Healthcare: MedicalNon-profit SectorPublic HealthSocial Justice
  • Jiani Wang

    B.A.: International Studies & Communication

    Jiani Wang LinkedIn

    Shaoxing, China

    B.A.: International Studies & Communication

    Year awarded 2022

    Empathy, inclusion, and an open mind are the three greatest gifts that I’ve received from UW. As a young woman who long aspired to work in the intersection of social innovation and industries, my career will be a mix of corporate, government, and international policies. I want to be at the forefront of enhancing a policy environment in the real world that allows further social advancement while leaving no one behind.

    BusinessConsultingInternational RelationsPublic Affairs / Public Policy
  • Hanna Lester

    B.S.: Economics; B.A: Environmental Studies

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    Woodinville, WA

    B.S.: Economics; B.A: Environmental Studies

    Year awarded 2022

    My time at UW has taught me how to approach ideas with an open mind and an interdisciplinary lens. Through my studies of both economics and the environment, I have learned of the many ways that our human and natural systems are interconnected. I hope to become an advocate for the sustainable and equitable conservation of our world and its vital natural resources. I want to create a future in which both people and planet can thrive, and economic, environmental, and social justice prevails.

    EconomicsEnvironment: Conservation / Resource MgtGovernment / Public ServicePublic Affairs / Public Policy
  • Joyce Lin

    B.Des: Interaction Design

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    Bellevue, WA

    B.Des: Interaction Design

    Art History

    Year awarded 2022

    I am a deaf woman of color committed to uplifting the disabled community and normalizing accessibility in society. During my time at UW, I utilized design to advocate through many channels: the ASUW Student Disability Commission, various research roles, nonprofits, and my personal community. Because of my husky experience, I’ve grown as a designer, mentor, leader, and friend. I will take my learnings and strengthened values of disability justice, equity, and inclusion in all future endeavors.

    Digital & Visual Media / Content StrategySocial JusticeTechnology
  • Zhehui (Simona) Liao

    B.A.: Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies; B.S.: Computer Science

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    Beijing, China

    B.A.: Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies; B.S.: Computer Science

    Year awarded 2022

    During my husky experience, I take pride in creating interdisciplinary connections between GWSS and CS, and turning those connections into actions that increase diversity and inclusion across communities, from STEM education outreach in Washington state, to women in STEM mentorship program (Forward with Her) in China, to Minorities in Tech in the Allen School. In the future, I hope to keep expanding the impact by drawing upon all the knowledge, experience, and leadership skills I gained at UW.

    Community Organizing / OutreachEngineering: Electrical / Computer Sci / Human Ctrd DesignSocial JusticeTechnology
  • Madison "Kaa'yis'taan" Truitt

    B.A.: Psychology

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    Juneau, AK

    B.A.: Psychology

    Law Society and Justice

    Year awarded 2022

    “We are the answer to our ancestor’s prayers”
    Gunalchéesh, I’m Tlingit, Alaskan Native, born & raised in Juneau, Alaska. As an Indigenous woman, I feel compelled to give back to the community through elevating & healing intergenerational pain. Being a Husky at the University of Washington for the past two years has taught me that each of us is boundless & that we are resilient. It’s motivated me to search for methods to spread the inspiration I’ve received in significant and far-reaching ways.

    Social Justice