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Preserving Nihonmachi
In their new book, Mary Hanneman and Lisa Hoffman share the history of Tacoma's Nihonmachi and the Japanese Language School once located on what is now the UW Tacoma campus.
January 27, 2021
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Book Talk: Becoming Nisei
At a free, virtual event, Lisa Hoffman and Mary Hanneman will discuss their new book "Becoming Nisei," a history of the Tacoma Japanese-American community.
January 25, 2021
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Upholding Democracy
Turan Kayaoğlu believes that democracy, rule of law and human rights will eventually prevail in all societies. His research into the Middle East gives him that hope.
January 20, 2021
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The Monstrous
Some monsters hide under beds or in sewer drains. Most, however, live inside us. Ingrid Walker and Dustin Annis talk about the role of the monstrous imagination in culture and politics.
October 30, 2020
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A Giant Leap
Every student's journey to a degree is unique, and the great leap they take into the world beyond. Read about four 2020 grads: from psychology to cybersecurity to space!
September 16, 2020
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Honoring our 2020 Faculty and Staff Award Winners
Every year at this time we celebrate faculty and staff for their accomplishments in teaching, research, community engagement and contributions to the UW, our campus and the larger community.
May 22, 2020
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UW Tacoma Students Influential in Olympia
In the 2020 legislative session, there are more students interning in Olympia from UW Tacoma than any other college in the state.
February 19, 2020
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The Best Stories of 2019
The best stories coming out of UW Tacoma are all about our students! Here's a baker's dozen of stories about students making their impact in the world.
December 23, 2019
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Alum Writes Oped On the Value of Inmate Education
Should people serving a life term in prison be provided state-sponsored educational opportunities? Rania Elbasiony (Law & Policy 2019) argues yes in her recent opinion piece published by Tacoma’s News Tribune. During Winter 2019 … Continue reading →
November 14, 2019
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New faculty at UW Tacoma in 2019-20
Marking the start of the 2019-20 academic year, we present short biographies of 24 faculty members who have recently joined the UW Tacoma community.
October 10, 2019
