News Stories

Making a Connection

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

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.

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.

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.

Second Act

Theater at UW Tacoma goes virtual with the upcoming performance of "The Book of Andy."

After Prison

Omari Amili spent time in prison before earning three degrees from UW Tacoma. He interviews 10 other people who graduated after they got out.

Thanksgiving at Court 17

How do you serve turkey and all the fixings to more than 100 socially-distanced residence hall students?

Building a Community Around Food

At Northwest Harvest, Urban Studies alumnus Chris Suh connects with people by remembering his own journey out of poverty.

An Open Book

A passion for reading and a turbulent childhood lead Professor Belinda Louie to create Project TELL which supports English language learners and their families.

A House in the Garden

A new greenhouse in UW Tacoma’s Giving Garden will yield more fruits, vegetables and learning opportunities.