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April 30, 2009
International health experts to discuss evolving swine flu outbreak May 4
David Fleming, director and health officer of Public Health-Seattle & King County, will headline a panel discussion on the evolving swine flu outbreak at 5:30 p.
A fund to help lower-paid UW workers with school costs? Two UW retirees made it happen (and you can contribute)
Two UW retirees have set up a fund that will benefit UW service employees and their families.
Benjamin Schmidt of history to embark on Mellon New Directions Fellowship
Benjamin Schmidt, associate professor of history, has received a highly selective fellowship designed for advanced training of faculty members in subjects that are outside their own disciplines.
McNair/Early Identification Program Spring Research Conference, May 1-2
Is the benefit of driving a hybrid car worth its cost? What controls the high-velocity gas close to the center of a black hole? When one eye is damaged, does the other eye grow stronger to compensate?
Such questions and more will be addressed by UW students and their faculty advisers at the 17th annual Pacific Northwest Ronald E.
UW Marine Affairs faculty help South African university start a maritime studies program
With 500 miles of nearly pristine coastline, the Eastern Cape of South Africa is known for its splendid beaches including Jeffreys Bay, considered one of the five most famous surfing destinations in the world.
UW scientists help with family event at Pacific Science Center
The Earth as revealed from satellites, other space craft and planes has been the subject of Pacific Science activities all month and concludes Saturday with hands-on activity stations involving UW scientists from eight units as well as Microsoft, Central Washington University and the National Weather Service.
Two new tools for UW teachers: An online grade book and photos of their students
A shortage of number two pencils has caused a change in the way the UW handles its grade reports.
Official Notices
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents will hold a regular meeting Thursday, May 14, at UW Tower.
Etc: Campus News & Notes
TOPS IN TELLY: Three UWTV programs were recognized at the 30th Annual Telly Awards.
Now there’s a ‘U-PASS lite’ for walkers, bikers
If you typically walk or bike to work, you may not have thought it important to have a U-PASS.
UW hosts Chinese First Councilor Madame Liu
UW President Mark A.
Contrary to recent hypothesis, ‘chevrons’ are not evidence of megatsunamis
A persistent school of thought in recent years has held that so-called “chevrons,” large U- or V-shaped formations found in some of the world’s coastal areas, are evidence of megatsunamis caused by asteroids or comets slamming into the ocean.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Technology and distraction is subject of symposium
A daylong symposium on Technology, Distraction, and Immortality is planned for 9:30 a.
Autism genes discovered; help shape connections among brain cells
A national research team including six present and former UW researchers has connected more of the intricate pieces of the autism puzzle, with two studies that identify genes with important contributions to the disorder.
UW names 2009 Magnuson Scholars
The UW has named six people from the health sciences schools as Magnuson Scholars, one of the highest awards given by the University.
Harwood, Raftery elected to the National Academy of Sciences
Two UW professors are among 72 new members and 18 foreign associates from 15 countries who have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.
Survival mode that protects cells when oxygen is low also slows aging
A biochemical pathway that helps keep cells alive when oxygen is low also plays a role in longevity and resistance against some diseases of old age, according to a report published April 16 in the journal Science.
Bremner receives 2009 Distinguished Andrologist Award
William J.
Dentistry names first Pacific Continental Bank diversity scholar
By age 35, Rob Piñón had left his roots in Yakima far behind to work in Hawaii, hike in the Andes, work on a Caribbean cruise line, and study in Chile and Russia.
Resume review.
The UW Career Center presents a workshop in resumes and cover Letters.
‘The Pillowman.’
The Undergraduate Theater Society presents Martin McDonagh’s dark exploration of totalitarian power and the ability of stories to affect our thoughts and actions.
‘Triple Play.’
A faculty recital featuring Craig Sheppard, Robin McCabe and her sister, Rachelle McCabe.
April 29, 2009
Update on the Evolving Swine Influenza Outbreak with Leading Experts: Panel Discussion at UW May 4
Dr. David Fleming, director and health officer of Public Health – Seattle & King County, will headline a panel discussion at University of Washington 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 4 on the evolving swine flu outbreak with leading international and regional experts
Contrary to recent hypothesis, ‘chevrons’ are not evidence of megatsunamis
A UW geologist is debunking the recent notion that ‘chevrons,’ large U- or V-shaped formations found in some of the world’s coastal areas, are evidence of megatsunamis caused by asteroids or comets slamming into the ocean.
Sax night.
Students of Michael Brockman are in the spotlight in this annual favorite, presented by the UW School of Music.
April 28, 2009
Autism genes discovered; help shape connections among brain cells
A national research team including six present and former University of Washington researchers has connected more of the intricate pieces of the autism puzzle, with two studies that identify genes with important contributions to the disorder.
Seaglider monitors waters from Arctic during record-breaking journey under ice
The University of Washington has surpassed its 2-year-old world record for operating a glider under the ice, this time by successfully operating one of its seagliders for six months as it made round trips hundreds of miles in length under the ice at Davis Strait.
April 27, 2009
Missing planets attest to destructive power of stars’ tides
During the last two decades, astronomers have found hundreds of planets orbiting stars outside our solar system.
A Survivor’s Journey.
The first event of Sexual Assault Awareness Month is an art exhibition.
Combined UW bands.
The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic, Concert, and Campus Bands perform in a concert featuring winners of the UW Bands concerto competition.
April 26, 2009
Olson on organ.
The Littlefield Organ Series presents Paul Richard Olson, organist and choirmaster of Grace Church in Brooklyn Heights, N.
April 25, 2009
Literary voices.
A benefit for the University Libraries by the Friends of the Libraries.
April 24, 2009
Murder myths.
Many believe that the Pacific Northwest is the world’s serial murder capital, that the violent crime rate continues to spiral upward, and that this is the most dangerous time to live in U.
Women in Spanish cinema.
The Center for West European Studies, the Division of Spanish and Portuguese, the Instituto Cervantes and the Northwest Film Forum present “Spanish Cinema: Woman on the Other Side of the Lens,” an international symposium featuring a Spanish woman film director and four distinguished scholars of Spanish film for an afternoon of discussion.
Seales and guests.
Faculty artist Marc Seales and special guests perform original works from The Paris Suite and from Seales’ upcoming recording, American Songs.
April 23, 2009
Six in UW community named Fellows of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences
Six members of the UW community — active and retired — are among 210 new Fellows named this week to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences.
UW professors follow ‘The Modern Girl Around the World’ in new book
Before the TV show Sex and the City made popular the image of the successful, independent, Cosmo-sipping woman of the new millennium, there was the Modern Girl, a worldwide figure of the 1920s and 30s who dressed provocatively, sought romantic love and seemed to buck the roles of dutiful daughter, wife and mother.
UW Wind Ensemble and symphonic, concert and campus bands to present ‘Spotlight!’ April 27
The UW Wind Ensemble and symphonic, concert, and campus Bands will present Spotlight!, a concert featuring winners of the UW Bands concerto competition, at 7:30 p.
UW tops national primary care medical school rankings for 16th straight year
The UW again has been ranked first among primary care medical schools in the country, according to annual rankings of graduate and professional programs provided by U.
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