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Four years and a lifetime of lessons

For Jorge Azpeitia, a 2021 UW Husky 100 honoree, the past four years were about connecting the dots between his academics and multiple identities. As a first-generation queer Latinx, he found UW Bothell to be a place where he could challenge himself creatively as a student even as he continues his journey of self-actualization.

July 1, 2021

The pandemic reveals digital divide

Dr. Jody Early and UW Bothell Information Technology have spent the last year observing, documenting and addressing the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on student access to broadband internet. What they found is that stable internet connection influences more than the quality of a Zoom call — it can determine public health.

July 1, 2021

Esterberg is new UW Bothell Chancellor

University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce and Provost Mark A. Richards today announced the selection of Kristin Esterberg, president of the State University of New York at Potsdam, as chancellor of the University of Washington Bothell. Her appointment, pending approval by the UW Board of Regents, is set to begin Oct. 1.

June 25, 2021

Research, rockets and recognition

Students from the University of Washington Bothell didn’t let a global pandemic stop them from conducting research. Despite COVID-19, students were able to present their work at this year’s virtual Undergraduate Research Symposium.

June 24, 2021

UW Bothell’s Djelli Berisha named Student Regent

UW Bothell senior Djelli Berisha has been chosen by Gov. Jay Inslee to serve on the UW’s Board of Regents. ““I have no doubt that he will represent his peers well and ensure that student voices are present where decisions are being made.”

June 18, 2021

Not all heroes wear capes

Awards acknowledge Jung Lee, Sakara Buyagawan, Rosemary Simmons and Danette Iyall — all staff at the University of Washington Bothell who went above and beyond to support the Division of Academic Affairs during the pandemic.

June 17, 2021

Together We Will Award nominees

Director of Communications Maria Lamarca Anderson is one of 20 staff members from across the University of Washington selected for a Together We Will Award of Excellence. Fifteen staff members at UW Bothell were nominated, out of more than 500 nominees University-wide.

June 11, 2021

Students breathe life into big idea

A competition to reward big ideas results in a prototype that can help asthmatics breathe better all around. It’s a smart idea whose time has come.

June 11, 2021

People, potatoes and purpose

George Ahearn is a self-described serial entrepreneur. He is a nurse, a karate instructor, the owner of the company WINNfusion and most recently a cofounder of the nonprofit EastWest Food Rescue. He is also the recipient of the University of Washington Bothell’s 2021 Alumni of the Year award.

June 11, 2021

Writing reaches new heights

The University of Washington Bothell’s academic journal, The CROW, is a compilation of research-related work written and published by students. This volume contains 14 articles with eye-catching titles, one of which is “Murder and Mad Scientists.” Curious?

June 11, 2021

The art must go on

The 2021 edition of Clamor, UW Bothell’s literary and arts journal, is hot off the press! Pick up your copy on campus on June 9 and join a virtual launch event on June 11.

June 4, 2021

Chancellor’s Medal to Chris Hays

Chancellor’s Medalist Chris Hays is a champion for change. Having had strong advocates in his life — including faculty, staff and friends at UW Bothell — he is committed to helping other students succeed.

June 4, 2021