Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
January 15, 2009
The latest news from the UW
Orthodontic wire sculptures mix art and technique
Since 1966, the School of Dentistry’s Department of Orthodontics has conducted an annual orthodontic wire sculpture contest for first-year residents, with entries judged in three categories: 1) most esthetically pleasing; 2) most innovative design; 3) highest technical competence (quality of welding, soldering, etc.
Nurses often not included when patients told about medical errors, study finds
Even though nurses routinely disclose nursing errors to their patients, a new study published in the January issue of The Joint Commission Journal on Quality and Patient Safety shows that nurses often are not included when physicians tell patients about more serious mistakes.
Diabetes linked to different types of brain injury in patients with dementia
Patients with dementia and diabetes appear to display a different pattern of injuries in their brains than patients with dementia but without diabetes, according to an article posted online Jan.
Reducing people to problems: Let’s ‘imagine otherwise,’ says UW lecturer and author of new book
Once, when Jonathan Wender was a police sergeant, he was called to an elementary school because an 8-year-old student had become physically violent.
Honoring Dr. King.
An hour and a half of singing, dancing, speeches and community service awards, all to honor Dr.
January 14, 2009
UW Medical Center participates in global safe surgery study
A year-long World Health Organization pilot program in eight hospitals around the world—including the University of Washington Medical Center (UWMC) in Seattle—has proven conclusively that inpatient deaths can be significantly reduced, along with the rate of major complications after surgery, by following a simple checklist.
On religious liberty.
Anthony Gill, UW professor of political science, discusses governments’ increasing use of property rights regulations and zoning laws to inhibit the construction and expansion of houses of worship.
January 10, 2009
Artist lecture: ‘Looking for Connections.’
The Blue Earth Alliance and Henry Art Gallery present artist Camille Seaman with the second in The Henry’s series on documentary photography that focuses on global environments, social, and cultural issues.
January 9, 2009
Artist lecture: ‘Signs of Abstraction.’
Visiting artist Jacob Dahlgren finds abstraction in everyday materials, which he uses to create dynamic interactive installations and performances.
January 8, 2009
Yes he can: UW student plans Obama’s premier inaugural ball
UW student Devin Hampton is just 10 credits shy of earning his undergraduate degree in political science, but he’s not worried about walking in a graduation ceremony anytime soon.
Tuberculosis bacteria co-opts body’s defenses to gain a foothold
Tuberculosis bacteria can commandeer the body’s defenses in the early stages of infection and redirect them for their own offensive strategies, according to results reported today in the scientific journal Cell.
Half of world’s population could face climate-induced food crisis by 2100
New research shows that rapidly warming climate is likely to seriously alter crop yields in the tropics and subtropics by the end of this century and, without adaptation, will leave half the world’s population facing serious food shortages.
UW to focus on limiting losses in tough 2009 legislative season
With state budget challenges mounting and revenue numbers extremely uncertain, the UW will focus on minimizing state funding losses in the 2009 legislative season, Randy Hodgins, director of state relations, told UW officials in a pre-session briefing Wednesday.
Hubble telescope to get last tuneup
From troubled beginnings nearly 18 years ago, the Hubble Space Telescope has revolutionized astronomy and its stunning images have stirred the imaginations of people around the globe.
It’s the real thing: Compostable Coca-Cola cup launched at UW
The UW is the pilot site for the first compostable paper cup designed specifically for soft drinks.
Astronomy Department celebrates 2009 International Year of Astronomy
The UW Astronomy Department is making the universe “Yours to Discover” in 2009, thanks to its partnership in celebrating the <A href="http://www.
Cuong Vu Trio presents master classes for music students
The Cuong Vu Trio will lead two masterclasses/clinics for UW School of Music students on Friday, Jan.
Winter wonderland
During the quarter break, snow fell in Seattle — so much snow, in fact, that the University closed for three days.
Freshman, sophomore, junior medalists named
The UW recently announced the freshman, sophomore and junior medalists for 2007-8, awards that are based on a student’s overall academic record.
Looking back at universities during other economic crises
Editor’s note: Stephen Warren, professor of atmospheric sciences and Earth & Space Sciences, sent University Week this brief study he did of how universities coped with the Great Depression.
Local businesses give back to their community, study finds
Much is known about how large, national corporations practice corporate social responsibility, but there is little information about how business giving relates to the regional community.
UW prof, alum present work from their residency in China
Rebecca Cummins and Margie Livingston, Work from the Shenzen Residency will be presented at the Jacob Lawrence Gallery Jan.
Photographers sought for annual competition
Student Activities and Union Facilities is looking for photographers to participate in the second annual Photo Scavenger Hunt competition.
Peking Acrobats return to Meany Hall
The Peking Acrobats will perform at Meany Hall as part of the UW World Series at 2 and 8 p.
Mystery Photo
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
Burke Museum welcomes new curator of Native American ethnology
The Ethnology Department at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture welcomes Deana Dartt-Newton as the new curator of Native American ethnology.
The Littlefield Organ Series presents Millennia Too!
Organist Alison Luedecke and oboist Susan Barrett, founding members of the California-based group Millennia Too!, will perform at 3 p.
Official Notices
Board of Regents
The Board of Regents will hold a regular public meeting at 3 p.
UW Day of Service organizers seeking volunteers
Martin Luther King Jr.
Taking math to the streets: Students solve real-world problems with mathematics modeling
Say you’re hiking for a week — how much food and equipment should you bring? Or you’re delivering hot meals to clients, or arranging a carpool — what’s the most efficient route?
Students in Math 381, Associate Professor Sara Billey’s Discrete Mathematical Modeling class, use math to help solve such practical questions and more.
Mary Gates Hall getting tech upgrade, thanks to Gates family
While students were taking a break over the holidays, the employees of Classroom Support Services’ Information Technology Group were hard at work beginning what will be a transformation of 14 classrooms in Mary Gates Hall.
Skating for a reason: UWT student raising money for Boys & Girls Clubs
When Ben Warner was approached by a group of teenagers looking for a fight, he could have hopped on his longboard and skated off to safety.
OSP implements new two-day advance deadline for all proposals
The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) has announced a new policy requiring that the final version of all grant and contract applications be in the office two or more days before the deadline — or the applications will not be approved and submitted to the sponsor by OSP.
Martin Luther King tributes planned at Harborview, Health Sciences
Two separate programs, one at Harborview Medical Center on Friday, Jan.
Charter schools offer college prep alternative for inner-city students
By Debra Britt
Center on Reinventing Public Education
An analysis of national public school programs and practices indicates that urban charter schools are more likely to employ college-oriented curricula, a focused instructional design, smaller classes, greater time on task, and offer customized support for struggling students.
Half of world’s population could face climate-induced food crisis by 2100
Rapidly warming climate is likely to seriously alter crop yields in the tropics and subtropics by the end of this century and, without adaptation, will leave half the world’s population facing serious food shortages, new research shows.
Combating overmedication one patient at a time
Do you have an older relative who takes more prescription drugs in one sitting than you take in an entire month? If you’ve ever worried about the implications of this regimen, consider this: Approximately one third of people 65 years or older who are taking at least five medications experience an adverse drug event each year, according to research cited by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Etc.: Campus news & notes
RED HOT NEWS: Hot peppers made for a hot news story, as research by a UW professor was named one of the top 100 science stories of 2008 by Discover magazine.
Burke’s Artifact Identification Day slated Jan. 10
Do you have an object you can’t quite place? If it’s from somewhere along the Pacific Rim or North America, one of the Burke’s curators can help you figure it out.