News Stories

Founding Stories: The Black Student Union

Linda Ishem, Lisa Faircloth, Jamie McGee and Chana Lawson talk about the Black Student Union, the first student organization at UW Tacoma.

Leadership Lessons with Kurt Carlson, President & CEO of Propel Insurance

The Milgard Center for Leadership and Social Responsibility (CLSR) launched an interview series called Leadership Lessons which aims to highlight the leadership wisdom of local executives. Part one of this  features Kurt Carlson, CEO of Propel Insurance and recipient of the 2019 Business Leader of the Year award.

Making a Connection

Gabe Minthorn plans to use the skills he developed as a coach and educator in his new role as tribal liaison.

Husky On Demand

The Center for Student Involvement understands that sometimes, students may not be able to learn certain information or enhance skills because of their other priorities in life. Husky On Demand is an answer to the scheduling issues that keep students from the skills and experiences they would like to develop. 

CSL's Warmth and Wellness Drive Success

The Center for Service and Leadership's 'Warmth and Wellness Drive' was a huge success! All donated items will go to people experiencing homelessness. Over the course of the drive, a total of 162 items were donated. Thank you to all participants for such a prosperous drive.

Never Too Late

Chris Oliver was given a choice: prison or the Army. He chose the latter, then went to college, setting an example for his siblings. "This is what thrills me...that it's never too late."

Sarah Smith Plumbs the Depths

Sarah Smith, senior in communications, recently completed a documentary about an underwater ocean observatory, learning more about “one of the most underexplored places known to humans.”

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.