News from the Office of Connected Learning
Connected Learning FY2024 Annual Report
The Office of Connected Learning is proud to present their efforts through the FY2024 Annual Report. This publication showcases how students engage in connected learning programs at UW Bothell.
November 26, 2024
2024 ISCRM Fellows
Congratulations to the 2024 ISCRM fellows: Christian, Asmaa, and Sophia. The UW Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine (ISCRM) is a competitive fellowship intended to enhance the educational experience of an undergraduate student while they are engaged in research guided by UW ISCRM faculty. The Bothell students receive a summer research stipend, which is...
November 22, 2024
Students Participate in the Seattle 48 Hour Film Project
To explore how race, gender, and sexuality are portrayed in various forms of media, students from BIS 162: Intersectionality of Race, Sex, and Gender in Film conducted analyses of diverse short films produced for the Seattle 48-Hour Film Project. The 48 Hour Film Project is an international contest where participants are challenged to produce a...
November 15, 2024
2024-25 Levinson Emerging Scholars Award Recipient
Congrats to Dang Troung for receiving the Levinson Emerging Scholars Award! Levinson Emerging Scholars (LES) Program, founded by Art and Rita Levinson, aims to support motivated undergraduates who conduct independent research in biosciences and related fields. It offers not only mentorship from UW faculty but also research funding for supplies, transportation, project expenses, and scholarships....
November 4, 2024
2024 Founders Fellow William Uyeta
William Uyeta, Business Administration student, received a 2024 summer research Founders Fellow award. Here are a few details about his summer research. Mentor: Dr. Xiahua Anny WeiAbstract: With the increasing influence of digital platforms on financial markets, the role of social media engagement in shaping stock performance has gained growing attention. This study builds upon...
October 31, 2024
Undergraduates immerse themselves in research
UW Bothell hosted the annual National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU), offering a variety of immersive physics and math research opportunities for students across the states. Undergraduates gain practical experiences and apply their knowledge through diverse research under faculty mentorship, cultivating their confidence and connections for professional careers in the future. Learn more...
October 7, 2024
From Dream to Reality: My Unforgettable Summer Internship in University of Tokyo – w/ Jing Yi Zhong
Spending a summer in Japan with the Study Abroad Program brought Jing Yi Zhong unforgettable memories, teaching her the idea of “Ichi-go ichi-e” to treasure every encounter and moment in this foreign country. She not only tackled challenges in the lab but also made connections with Japanese culture through various local events.
September 22, 2024
Community engagement at the heart of scholar’s award-winning work
Dr. Jin-Kyu Jung’s research on community engagement received recognition as UW Bothell’s 2024 Outstanding Community-Engaged Scholar. He utilizes geographic information systems to visualize social and spatial inequalities, helping his students connect with local partners through various projects about current issues. The Outstanding Community-Engaged Scholar Award recognizes UW Bothell faculty members for their impacts on community-engaged...
September 12, 2024
A tale of two cities: navigating study abroad in Sydney and Singapore – w/ Ana Louie
Ana Louie found her passion in international business through a life-changing journey across Sydney and Singapore with the Study Abroad Program. She enjoys the exploration of stunning nature and mouth-watering specialties nationally while gaining hands-on experience in brand marketing and international businesses working with local companies.
September 11, 2024
A mother’s lessons live on
To commemorate her mother’s hardship in lifting the immigrant household, Felicity Abeyta strived for education and was dedicated to improving her Latinx community. Now an academic adviser in the Latino Leadership Initiative (LLI) at the UW Bothell, Abeyta helps students build their identities and achieve their goals through storytelling shared by various Latinx-identified trailblazers of...
September 6, 2024