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February 28, 2008
Wataha takes the helm of Restorative Dentistry
Dr.
Bacteria in women may slow HIV transmission
Beneficial bacteria found in healthy women help to reduce the amount of vaginal HIV among HIV-infected women and make it more difficult for the virus to spread, boosting the possibility that good bacteria might someday be tapped in the fight against HIV.
‘Galloping Gourmet’ promotes healthy eating
Graham Kerr is best known as The Galloping Gourmet, his on-air personality for a television program broadcast in the United States and 37 other countries from 1969 to 1971 on the Public Broadcasting Service.
February 27, 2008
UW president selected as member of Council on Foreign Relations
University of Washington President Mark A.
February 21, 2008
His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama to speak with students at University of Washington
Update March 24: Tickets are no longer available.
School of Dentistry records outstanding accomplishments
Last year faculty and staff of the School of Dentistry recorded many achievements.
Then and Now: The day the stadium addition fell
This school year, University Week, the UW campus newspaper for faculty and staff, turns 25.
Brooks to talk about ‘Why Giving Matters’ Feb. 28
Syracuse University Professor Arthur C.
Breast cancer research and resilience are topics of UWRA campus presentations
When Debra Jarvis was diagnosed with breast cancer, it brought a transforming reality to her role as a local oncology chaplain.
At-risk youth, unconscious biases are subjects of psychology lectures
The the third annual Allen L.
UW Seattle receives President’s Honor Roll award for service
The UW Seattle has been named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction for exemplary service efforts and service to disadvantaged youth.
Yoshi Kohno wins Sloan Research Fellowship
Yoshi Kohno, assistant professor of computer science & engineering, has been awarded a Sloan Research Fellowship, given each year to outstanding young scientists.
Colleges combine for new minor in Education, Learning and Society
The creation of an education minor is no minor event.
Recession woes spell slim budgets in state Legislature
The best news out of Olympia is likely to be that this session will finish on or before its appointed March 13 deadline, meaning that the Legislature and the public will not be subject to even more gloomy news on state revenue forecasts.
Business Diversity Program: Making the University more accessible
A revamped and reorganized Business Diversity Program is trying to make complex processes at the UW more accessible and understandable to underrepresented businesses in Washington, and also to raise the consciousness of those units purchasing goods and services.
Zigzag: Not the shortest route, but often the most efficient
A straight line may be the shortest distance between two points, but it isn’t necessarily the fastest or easiest path to follow.
It came from outer space – and likely disintegrated over northeastern Oregon
People in at least four states and a Canadian province saw a bright fireball streaking across the Pacific Northwest sky in the early hours Tuesday but, contrary to some reports, there was no collision with the ground, UW scientists said.
Mystery Photos
Where are we? The photo above was taken somewhere on campus.
School of Music offers voice recital, guest artists and some heavy metal rappin’
Voice students will sing, guests will perform on double bass and piano, and the UW Percussion Ensemble will rap out wild rhythms in coming days, all sponsored by the School of Music.
Students develop — themselves and photos — through seminar, exhibit
Ten UW freshmen will exhibit the results from their freshmen seminar, Develop: Production of a Photo Essay, beginning today in Odegaard.
La Compania Nacional de Danza returns to Meany Hall
La Compania Nacional de Danza (CND) will perform at Meany Hall Feb.
University Symphony, Seattle Symphony to perform side by side Feb. 22
The UW School of Music will mark a first in its history when the University Symphony joins the Seattle Symphony in a side-by-side performance at 7:30 p.
Physician, musician, composer, actress all one in ‘Charisma’
The dynamics between mind and body are ever-present in the life and work of Hope Wechkin, who is a UW physician but also a musician, composer, writer and performer.
One-man show tells tales of black gay men in the South
The UW Bothell’s Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences Program presents a performance of Pouring Tea: Black Gay Men of the South Tell the Tales at 6:30 p.
2007 Distinguished Faculty Lecture to air on UWTV
The 2007 Distinguished Faculty Lecture with Dr.
UW Medicine Salute Harborview Gala set for March 1
The 16th annual UW Medicine Salute Harborview Gala will be held Saturday, March 1, 6 pm, at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel.
School of Pharmacy programs ranked best in the nation
Faculty, staff and programs of the UW School of Pharmacy made the school one of the best in the country in 2007.
Judy Shorr bids farewell after 33 years
Friday, Feb.
School of Social Work nationally recognized for leadership
Faculty in the UW School of Social Work received national recognition for leadership in practice and research.
School of Public Health and Community Medicine
highlights recent achievements
Faculty and staff of the UW School of Public Health and Community Medicine have logged many accomplishments over the past year.
School of Nursing posts stellar achievements
Last year was a stellar year for the UW School of Nursing.
February 20, 2008
It came from outer space – and likely disintegrated over northeastern Oregon
People in at least four states and a Canadian province saw a bright fireball streaking across the Pacific Northwest sky in the early hours Tuesday but, contrary to some reports, there was no collision with the ground, University of Washington scientists said.
In the race to the top, zigzagging is more efficient than a straight line
A straight line may be the shortest distance between two points, but it isn’t necessarily the fastest or easiest path to follow.
February 15, 2008
UW research shows Wisconsin primary results could provide strong clue about Texas and Ohio primaries
The Wisconsin primary on Tuesday could be a bellwether for primaries in Ohio and Texas, according to analysis by two University of Washington researchers.
February 14, 2008
Wu Man brings Chinese pipa music to Meany Feb. 23
Wu Man, the undisputed master of the Chinese pipa, an ancient lute-like instrument, will give a concert at 8 p.
Atmospheric Sciences scholarship to be named for Richard Reed
Richard Reed, a longtime University of Washington atmospheric sciences professor, died Feb.
French pianist here Feb. 20
Pianist Lise de la Salle performs at 8 p.
Graduate programs go international
International graduate education is the focus of two programs being offered Feb.
Deadline now Feb. 15 for workplace climate survey
You now have more time to express your feelings about working at the UW through the Leadership, Community and Values Initiative 2008 climate survey.
Etc: Campus news & notes
CREDIT FROM CASE: As usual, the UW did very well in the awards competition sponsored by District VIII of the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), coming home with 26 honors.
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