April 24, 2008
Lecture looks at Buddhism under Pol Pot
Buddhism under Pol Pot is the title of a lecture to be given by Ian Harris of the University of Cumbria, England, at 7:30 p.
Mudrock named Distinguished Librarian
Theresa Mudrock, the history librarian in the Reference & Research Services Division of UW Libraries, is the recipient of the first-ever Distinguished Librarian Award.
‘Tunnel of Oppression’ April 29-May 1 at HUB
The Tunnel of Oppression, an annual event sponsored by Housing and Food Services, will be held from April 29-May 1 in 108 HUB.
CSS Speaker Series Tackles Issue of climate change
The UW Bothell Computing and Software Systems (CSS) Speaker Series concludes on Wednesday, April 30 with a discussion on climate change.
April 17, 2008
Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter to give Gloyd Lecture May 1
David Cay Johnston, Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter for The New York Times and best-selling author, will deliver the 2008 Stephen Stewart Gloyd Endowed Lecture.
Alzheimer’s disease expert to present Hille Lecture April 22
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Not all smoke alarms created equal
By Kellie Tormey
Harborview Injury Prevention & Research Center
If you thought all smoke alarms were equally effective, think again.
Visiting professor for cardiothoracic surgery to lecture May 2
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Genome Sciences to present panel and symposium April 23, 24
The UW Department of Genome Sciences will present a panel discussion on The Personal Genome: Consequences for Society on Wednesday, April 23, from 7 to 9 p.
Mystery Photos
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Arts programs show off at ARTS EXPO(SED) April 25
ARTSLINK, an organization by students for students, will present ARTS EXPO(SED), a showcase of art-oriented departments at the UW, from noon to 4 p.
Bands, ensemble combine for evening of music April 21
The UW Wind Ensemble and Symphonic, Concert, and Campus bands will perform works by Cecile Chaminade, Herbert L.
UW Botanic Gardens’ maple collection gets national recognition
The North American Plant Collection Consortium has granted member status to the UW Botanic Gardens’ Acer (maple) collection at the Washington Park Arboretum.
Publications Services becomes Creative Communications
What’s in a name? Quite a bit, it turns out.
World premier of ‘Fair Play’ kicks off drama school’s Discovery Lab Series
The UW School of Drama presents the world premiere of Fair Play by Seattle playwright Anna Rosa Parker April 27 through May 11 in the Meany Studio Theatre.
Walls between nations analyzed in April 22 lecture
Porous Sovereignty, Walled Democracy is the title of a lecture by Wendy Brown, Solomon Katz Distinguished Lecturer in the Humanities, slated for Tuesday, April 22.
Peer Portfolio
WHAT’S FUNNY?: The University of Michigan seems to have an ongoing interest in humor.
Qawwali music to be performed at Meany April 26
Mehr and Sher Ali perform qawwali music with their ensemble at 8 p.
Craig Sheppard to perform Book II of ‘Well-Tempered Clavier’ April 23
Renowned faculty pianist Craig Sheppard will perform Book II of Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier in concert at 7:30 p.
Tickets available today for Black Panthers program
Free tickets are available today at the Henry Art Gallery admissions desk for a panel discussion on the Black Panthers slated for 7 p.
Summer program guide available from WorkLife
Are you wondering what to do with your child this summer?
The Seattle’s Child Summer Activity Guide 2008 lists hundreds of summer programs for kids aged 2-18.
Tower dedication set for April 25th
On Friday, April 25, the newest addition to the UW campus — the UW Tower — will be dedicated, and everyone is invited.
April 10, 2008
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Etc: Campus news and notes
FANTASTIC FLEET: The Web site 100 Best Fleets has ranked the UW’s Fleet Services (formally Motor Pool) 37th among the 100 top fleets in North America for 2007.
Evolutionary biologist to speak on organism-environment interaction
Richard Lewontin, Alexander Agassiz research professor emeritus of comparative zoology at Harvard University, will deliver a free Jessie and John Danz lecture at 6:30 p.
Live broadcasts, webcasts planned for Dalai Lama
Expect traffic congestion at Hec Ed Traffic may be congested around Hec Edmondson Pavilion this week as it hosts several events related to the Dalai Lama’s visit to Seattle. Police chief finalists to visitTwo finalists for the position of chief of the UW Police Department will be visiting campus this month. New professional guardianship program launchedAs the baby boomer generation moves toward retirement and life expectancies grow longer, the percentage of Americans who are senior citizens will increase dramatically. Legislature: Restraint followed by more restraintEditor’s note: This is one of a series of columns by Faculty Senate officials. Official noticesBoard of Regents There is no Board of Regents meeting for April. BFA students showcased in upcoming exhibitsWho are the next generation of great artists? What traditions and inspirations are they drawing upon to create the next great work? One answer can be found at the UW School of Art spring BFA shows at the Jacob Lawrence Gallery. Human trafficking conference slatedThe UW community and local agencies are co-sponsoring an all-day human trafficking conference, “Asian Pacific Islander Community Responses to Human Trafficking: Working Together to Create Change,” on Saturday, April 12, in Architecture Hall. Pavel Haas Quartet makes Seattle debut at Meany HallThe Pavel Haas Quartet will perform at 8 p. Sherman Alexie to be keynote speaker at Literary Voices event for UW LibrariesSherman Alexie, National Book Award-winner for Young People’s Literature for The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, will deliver the keynote speech at “Literary Voices,” an event sponsored by Friends of the UW Libraries at which guests dine at tables with authors. April 3, 2008 Harborview Gala sets record for Mission of Caring FundBy Elizabeth Robichaud The 2008 UW Medicine Salute Harborview Gala, held March 1 at the Sheraton Seattle, grossed more than $2 million — a first in the 16-year history of the event. American Cancer Society grants funding to UW scientistsThe American Cancer Society (ACS) presented its annual Legacy and Leadership Research Awards for Seattle-area cancer research at a special ceremony on March 13 at the UW campus. March of Dimes gives Peter Byers lifetime achievement award
Peter H. Science in Medicine Lecture set for April 9Peter K. UW medical students participate in Residency Match DayStudents in the UW School of Medicine joined more than 15,000 other medical students around the country in participating in the National Resident Matching Program on March 24. UW schools of health sciences rank at top of annual pollU. Previous page Next page |
