Mary Gates Scholarship Recipients Fall 2023

Three UW Bothell students received scholarships from the Mary Gates Endowment for Students in autumn quarter. The scholarships, which provide $5,000 disbursed over two quarters, are intended to enhance the educational experiences of undergraduates while they are engaged in research guided by faculty. Itzetl Vixtha Teoba Award: Mary Gates Leadership ScholarshipAutumn 2023Major: Media & Communication StudiesMentor: Melissa...

January 12, 2024

Research from the heart 

Challenges failed to block Vi Nguyen’s determination to develop non-contact electrodes for enhancing electrocardiogram (ECG) recording methods with the support from the 2023 Founders Fellows Summer Research Stipend. Though the experiment didn’t always provide the desirable outcomes, Nguyen learned to problem-solve independently and strengthen resilience with numerous obstacles. The Founders Fellow Summer Research Stipend support...

December 15, 2023

Digital Scholars Program: A Student’s Perspective – Betelhem Yinges

Betelhem Yinges illustrates her college life with the Digital Scholars Program to unveil the inspiring journey of a first-generation student at the UW with excitement. In her blog, she elaborates on the diversity, equity, and inclusion of knowledge-learning in the program and reflects on the significant impact of collaborating with local communities. The Digital Scholars...

December 8, 2023

Students honored for civic engagement

Each year, the University of Washington Bothell recognizes two student civic leaders with the Chancellor’s Student Civic Leadership Awards. Sponsored by the Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good, this award acknowledges students who address critical issues on campus and in their communities through service and social entrepreneurship.

August 23, 2023

The mark of a mentor

Not being aware of the available resources when in need appears often in many immigrant families. The Latino Education & Training Institute has partnered with students from UW Bothell to discuss relevant community-engaged research on this phenomenon in more detail. The Latino Leadership Initiative program is a cohort style program for Latino/a/x students.  In partnership...

August 8, 2023

WSECU named first corporate recipient of Legacy Award

As the 2023 University of Washington Bothell’s Legacy Award recipient, Washington State Employees Credit Union (WSECU) has contributed to various events and programs for UW Bothell students including the Digital Scholars program. Because of the support from WSECU, the Digital Scholars Program will be doubling the number of students it will serve in the next...

July 27, 2023

2023 Summer Founders Fellow Award Recipients

The Founders Fellow awards recognizes and supports undergraduates involved in research and are worth up to $3,000. They are supported by the UW Bothell Founders Endowed Fellowship established by Dick and Virginia Chappelle; Maryel Duzan, Max Gellert, Rod Proctor, and Lynn Ries. Applications are due every May, learn more and apply for the Founders Fellow...

June 1, 2023

Global Scholars Program gets Distinguished Teaching Award for Teams

Global Scholars Program is a year-long, cohort style community that brings together students and professors for genuine and thought provoking dialogue providing local and virtual options for those who, for a variety of reasons, are unable to travel outside of the United States but still seek diverse experiences. The team’s yearslong contribution has won them...

May 20, 2023