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Not the first time Spain is apologizing for Inquisition, says prof
Posted 07/17/2015
In Seattle's large Sephardic community, offers of Spanish and Portuguese citizenship are met with more skepticism than forgiveness. UW's Devin Naar
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Healthcare providers carry biases around sexual identity
Posted 07/16/2015
Study findings highlight need for more cultural-sensitivity training of caregivers, UW author says.
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New UW center encourages dialogue on race and diversity
Posted 07/13/2015
The Center for Communication, Difference, and Equity at the University of Washington aims to help people better communicate about race, equity and
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Donor Says Girl Scouts Can’t Use $100K Gift for Transgender Girls
Posted 07/01/2015
Psychology Professor Kristina Olson discusses the importance of inclusivity and youth particularly for those who are transgender.
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More than 26 million people have changed their Facebook picture to a rai
Posted 06/29/2015
In the wake of a landmark Supreme Court decision that made same-sex marriage a right nationwide, a whopping 26 million people slapped a rainbow flag
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Congratulations Class of 2015!
Posted 06/12/2015
A new video looks back on the outstanding work of our students, faculty, and alumni in 2015.
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From Yueyang to Seattle: A Husky’s self-discovery through art
Posted 06/12/2015
What’s the single thing you liked best about the UW? For Hongzhe (Benji) Liang, ’15, the answer is easy: the small computer lab used by photomedia
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A Strong Voice for Pacific Islander Students
Posted 06/10/2015
Anthropology major Alina Aleaga developed curricula that encourage Pacific Islander students to explore their heritage—and the Burke Museum.
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Is it moral for Microsoft to hire more skilled foreign workers?
Posted 06/10/2015
David Hyde talks with University of Washington philosophy professor Michael Blake about the ethics of proposals by companies to hire more foreign
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Juan Felipe Herrera, From Farm Fields to Poet Laureate
Posted 06/10/2015
The Library of Congress announced on Wednesday that Juan Felipe Herrera is the next U.S. poet laureate.
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Prolific and profound: UW professor named U.S. Poet Laureate
Posted 06/10/2015
Juan Felipe Herrera, visiting professor of ethnic studies at the University of Washington, was named the 21st United States Poet Laureate on Wednesday
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Native Ph.D.s bring fresh approach to academic study
Posted 06/06/2015
Native graduate students can face many challenges while completing their degrees. Stephanie Fryberg, professor of American Indian studies at the UW
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Danny Shelton, anthropology major, and first round NFL draft pick
Posted 06/03/2015
Danny initially came to the UW thinking he wanted to go into law enforcement, but soon turned to anthropology where he realized he could learn about
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Telling Stories, Opening Minds
Posted 06/02/2015
Elizabeth Wu's passion for theater led her to direct a play and organize a theater conference—all in her senior year at the UW.
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Yakima Latinos have a historic opportunity for civic engagement
Posted 05/30/2015
With Yakima's new district-based election system, the Latino community has new-found momentum in its efforts to organize politically. Mark Smith, UW
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