News Stories

Quiet On The Set

Professor Carolyn West says the quiet part out loud — speaking publicly and raising awareness on the often stigmatized topics of domestic violence and sexual assault.

February 4, 2025

Going with the data flow

Professor Ka Yee Yeung’s research is about making life easier for researchers working with big data. Now, she has become the first UW Tacoma faculty member honored as the Virginia & Prentice Bloedel Professor. She is using the endowment to give more students experience in research.

December 3, 2024

Setting the Table

A love of cooking inspired Dr. Kima Cargill to study the psychology of food.

February 29, 2024

The Road Taken

Assistant Teaching Professor Sarah A. Chavez had a decision to make, choosing between two life paths. The road she chose brought her to UW Tacoma.

October 27, 2023

“Simply Something I Do”

Dr. Sharon Laing is being recognized by the American Public Health Association for the excellence and impact of her mentoring.

October 16, 2023

Point of View

Assistant Teaching Professor Ronnie San Nicolas's lived experience guides his hands-on approach to teaching as well as his work with the Simon Family Endowment and AAPI THRIVE.

July 28, 2023

Scholars, Journal Recognize Rachel Endo

Rachel Endo, dean of the School of Education, has received the Mary Anne Raywid Award from the Society of Professors of Education and an Asian Leadership Award from "Profiles in Diversity Journal."

May 19, 2023

Huatong Sun Wins DEI Award

The Association for Business Communication has presented its 2022 Distinction in the Practice of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion award to Dr. Huatong Sun.

May 12, 2023