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May 15, 2008
New college to meet growing complexity, scale of environmental threats
The University of Washington Board of Regents today received a preliminary blueprint for a new college that will position the UW to be the leader in environmental research and education, and to better resolve complex regional, national and international environmental challenges, according to Provost Phyllis Wise.
A fan of university campuses, Blume’s a perfect fit for this job
When Grant Blume goes on vacation, he seeks out the nearest college and arranges to take a campus tour.
Public Hearing Notice
Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held at noon on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 in Room 310 of the Husky Union Building (HUB), at the University of Washington, Seattle campus.
James Wellman Jr. to discuss new book May 21 at University Bookstore
The UW’s James K.
Poets Mary Jo Salter and Brad Leithauser to present 45th annual Theodore Roethke reading May 20
Poets and essayists Mary Jo Salter and Brad Leithauser, who are husband and wife, will present the 45th annual Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Reading, at 8 p.
Contemporary Group and Composer’s Workshop coming from School of Music
In coming days the School of Music will present students and faculty performing together for the Contemporary Group and a Composers Workshop of new music written and performed by students.
An evening of art songs with Stephen Rumph
Faculty artist Stephen Rumph will present an evening of art songs, including a duet with guest soprano Christina Kowalski, at 7:30 p.
Michael Benitez Jr. to speak on May 15
Scholar, activist and spoken word artist Michael Benitez Jr.
From UW Police to Iraq — and back again
Sergeant John Bolding is back working with the UW Police after more than a year off campus serving with a somewhat larger force — the U.
Washington Sea Grant Awards Geoduck Research Projects
Washington Sea Grant has announced that it will award grants for three major research projects to examine the possible environmental effects of geoduck aquaculture in and around Puget Sound, including the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
Corigliano Quartet to appear at Meany Hall May 22
The acclaimed Corigliano Quartet will visit the UW for a concert at 8 p.
Cold Rush: Arctic is new focus for fossil fuel resources
Some have estimated that 25 percent of the Earth’s remaining oil and gas may be buried in the seafloor under the Arctic Ocean.
Combined Fund Drive offers chance to Meet the Charities
Have you ever wanted to learn more about — or maybe even volunteer for — one of the charities participating in the annual Combined Fund Drive (CFD)?
If so, a series of five monthly workshops sponsored by the CFD called Meet the Charities might be just the thing.
‘Enriching the Academy’: Diversity Research Institute conference May 16 celebrates interdisciplinary collaboration
The mission of the UW Diversity Research Institute is to spark interdisciplinary collaborations among faculty on campus and to spotlight diversity in collaboration on campus.
Mystery Photos
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
School of Public Health presents community service award
Patricia W.
Wil’s World: The Paper Cutouts of Wil Kerner
Twelve-year-old Wil Kerner was diagnosed with autism at 2.
All-terrain vehicle use by children sparks concern
By Kellie Tormey
Harborview Injury Prevention and Research Center
With the onset of warmer weather, physicians at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle have reported seeing an increase in cases involving children injured while using all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).
Experts to address depression in older adults May 19 & 20
The rapidly growing number of older adults in the United States has far-reaching implications for efforts designed to promote and preserve their mental and physical health.
Collaboration between UW and IBM will use donated computer time to tackle rice crisis
As concerns of a global hunger crisis mount, the University of Washington and IBM have launched a new program to develop stronger strains of rice that could produce crops with larger and more nutritious yields.
Volunteers needed for prostate study
Men 35 to 55 years of age are needed to participate in a two-month study of hormones used in efforts to develop a safe, effective and reversible male contraceptive (like”the pill” but for men).
Gunn-Loke Lecture set for June 10
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May 14, 2008
UW recognizes 40 years of diversity May 20
On May 20, 1968, members of the Black Student Union staged a sit-in in the offices of University of Washington President Charles Odegaard.
May 9, 2008
University of Washington awards honorary degrees May 18 to Japanese American students incarcerated during World War II
The University on May 18 is honoring more than 450 Japanese American students who were forced to leave their studies after President Franklin Roosevelt signed Executive Order 99066 in 1942, leading to the incarceration of about 120,000 Japanese Americans on the West Coast.
May 8, 2008
Official notices
Vice Provost for Global Affairs Search Under Way
Provost Phyllis Wise has appointed a committee, chaired by Patricia Wahl, to begin the search for a senior faculty member to fill the position of Vice Provost for Global Affairs.
Clothing the set: 100 yards of fabric makes the backdrop for Mozart’s comic opera
School of Drama graduate student Evan Ritter spent portions of last summer creating an opera set out of 100 yards of fabric.
College of Education begins sweeping changes in its teacher training program
The UW College of Education is unveiling sweeping changes in teacher training, aimed at giving future teachers more extensive real-world experience — especially in low-income and disadvantaged areas — and encouraging a more holistic view of helping children learn.
Trouble in paradise: Global warming a greater danger to tropical species
Polar bears fighting for survival in the face of a rapid decline of polar ice have made the Arctic a poster child for the negative effects of climate change.
Seminar explores wind ensembles
Most collegiate wind musicians have spent a large part of their careers playing in symphonic bands and wind ensembles.
Report ranks UW fourth of publics
The UW was ranked fourth among American public research universities and 12th among both public and private institutions, in a recent report by the Center for Measuring University Performance.
New Henry director plans education initiative
Stepping into the directorship of the Henry Art Gallery feels like the right challenge at the right time for Sylvia Wolf.
Baltic exhibit set May 18
The Martin-Zambito Fine Art Gallery, at 721 E.
American String Project performs May 14-18
The American String Project will bring 15 world-class string musicians to Seattle to perform May 14-18 as a unique ensemble — a conductorless string orchestra.
A life in bell towers rings his chimes
Bob Smith knows a lot about the world of academia and the world of bells.
UW to honor WW II-era Japanese American students May 18
There were 440 of them, all American citizens and the largest group of minority students on the UW campus in 1941.
Game’s high score could earn the Nobel
Gamers have devoted countless years of collective brainpower to rescuing princesses or protecting the planet against alien invasions.
Undergrad research in spotlight May 16
Extrabular: That which is rambunctious, extensively extracurricular and spectacularly life-changing.
Etc: Campus news & notes
HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU: Babak Parviz, an assistant professor of electrical engineering, can now visit one of his creations at the London Science Museum.
Mystery Photos
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
World music, guitars, jazz from School of Music
The UW School of Music will offer concerts of jazz, guitar pieces and world music in coming days.
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