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With over 6,000 students, 357 faculty and 59 degree programs, UW Bothell is growing together.

During #NationalPublicHealthWeek, we’re spotlighting the personal stories that drive students and alumni to pursue careers in community health and social justice. #UWBothell #NPHW2026

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Husky Giving Day is April 23.

Support UW Bothell students, programs and opportunities that make a difference.

Student opportunity, powered by you. Stay tuned for how you can participate.

Channeling love and loss into health equity for all  - News After the death of her son, LaNiqua Bell wants to prevent future mothers from suffering the same fate by advocating for equity in health care. 

After the death of her son, LaNiqua Bell (Community Health & Social Justice, '26) wants to prevent future mothers from suffering the same fate by advocating for equity in health care. #NPHW2026

Read more:
www.uwb.edu/news/2026/03/09/channeli...

A voice for 'building a resilient future’  - News As a graduate student majoring in Community Health & Social Justice, Harkirat Kaur aims to use storytelling as a bridge between communities and decision makers. 

As a Community Health & Social Justice major, Harkirat Kaur is passionate about supporting youth mental health and suicide prevention. She aims to use storytelling as a bridge between communities and decision makers for a more resilient future. #NPHW2026

Read more:
https://ow.ly/pBXc50YGMAQ

Advocating for care that keeps ‘well-being for all in mind’  - News From a medical crisis to financial fear, Eirene Fudenna’s journey to public health was a personal one. 

From a medical crisis to financial fear, Eirene Fudenna’s journey to public health was a personal one. As a Community Health & Social Justice major, she advocates for care that keeps "well-being for all in mind." #NPHW2026
https://ow.ly/XKvi50YFWSE

Did you know UW Bothell is ranked #2 overall in Washington among public universities by both Niche.com (2025) and SmartAsset (2025) for value and return on investment?

A journey from club member to student government leader - Give to UW Bothell ASUWB President Adan Rodriguez talks about how he followed each opportunity in front of him until he became a student government leader.

Adan Rodriguez’s journey at UWB shows how getting involved on campus can open doors to leadership, community and advocacy. Now serving as ASUWB president, Rodriguez is focused on supporting students, building community and creating opportunities for others.

Read more: https://ow.ly/4wJh50YtOy7

Agentic AI: risk versus opportunity  - News In her latest research, Dr. Xiahua Wei introduces an “agentic AI tradeoff framework” to aid in shaping resilient equitable and sustainable pathways for integrating AI agents. 

In her latest research, Dr. Xiahua Wei introduces an “agentic AI tradeoff framework” to aid in shaping resilient equitable and sustainable pathways for integrating AI agents. #uwbothell
www.uwb.edu/news/2026/03/27/agentic-...

The Bothell Codex by artist Norie Sato transforms the plaza into an open book. Etched with genetic codes and binary numbers, the installation symbolizes dialogue, knowledge and the partnership between Cascadia College and the University of Washington Bothell.

Tax tips for Washington filers | deadlines, deductions and relief Key tax tips for Washington filers, including deadlines, extensions, disaster relief, deductions and free tax help resources.

To help Washington residents prepare for the 2025 filing season, UW Bothell alumna Stephanie Kiewiet, shares some key insights and practical tips. 

Her recommendations can help filers stay informed, avoid penalties and make confident decisions.
https://ow.ly/oOCj50YCCXn

Close-up of blooming cherry blossoms with text that reads, "Smells like Spring".

Spring has arrived, and so have the cherry blossoms.

No matter the season, the W always looks good.

Chancellor Kristin Esterberg was in D.C. for the AASCU Conference & Hill Visits, advocating for higher education.

She met with Suzan DelBene and staff from Sens. Patty Murray & Maria Cantwell to support federal priorities, including Innovation Hall funding.

Leading with intention: Stephanie Kiewiet’s journey to CPA partner  - Alumni UW Bothell alumna Stephanie Kiewiet built her path to CPA partner through grit, mentorship and a practical business education.

UWB alumna Stephanie Kiewiet turned determination, mentorship and a hands on education into a successful accounting career. After transferring to UW Bothell with a clear goal in mind, she built the skills that would shape her future.

Read more: https://ow.ly/t7Ew50YtOo9

Spring break is here at UW Bothell. Soon our campus will be filled with cherry blossoms and beautiful spring views. See you after the break, Huskies!

Finals week is here. Coffee, snacks and study playlists. What are your finals week essentials?

More than 175 attendees came together at the (un)GALA last Friday and raised over $70,000 to support UW Bothell School of Business students.

We appreciate everyone who attended and our sponsors who helped make the evening possible.

#Opentowork: This graduate experience led to a software engineering job  - News Parker Ford’s path to getting a job involved a passion for computer graphics, a bit of cloud watching, a trip to Brazil — and a stroke of serendipity. 

Alumnus Parker Ford’s path to getting a job involved a passion for computer graphics, a bit of cloud watching, a trip to Brazil — and a stroke of serendipity. Read more: www.uwb.edu/news/2026/02/06/opentowo...

My Story: What Frida Kahlo taught me about painting the truth   - News Karma Nashed is an undergraduate student at the University of Washington Bothell majoring in Psychology with a minor in Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies.

"Every #InternationalWomensDay, I find myself returning to Frida Kahlo.  ... she teaches me something about what it means to tell the truth about your life, even when it is messy, political and painful. " —Karma Nashed #IWD2026

https://ow.ly/cnUx50YqUX0

Exploring the boundless expanse of the universe — and the self  - News For alumna Liliana Flores, taking an Intro to Astronomy course on a whim changed the entire trajectory of her education. 

For alumna Liliana Flores, taking an Intro to Astronomy course on a whim changed the entire trajectory of her education. Read more below.
#womeninstem #IWD2026 #NASAWebb

www.uwb.edu/news/2026/02/12/explorin...

A collective mourning — and celebration — of cultural loss and rebirth  - News In Grief Rituals, Dr. Naomi Macalalad Bragin and fellow artist-collaborators address the theme of migration through collective experiences of grieving and healing. 

In her latest project, Grief Rituals, Dr. Naomi Macalalad Bragin and fellow artist-collaborators address the theme of migration through collective experiences of grieving and healing.

Read more: www.uwb.edu/news/2026/01/30/a-collec...

Applying software engineering to real-world problems  - News Graduate student channels passion for mobile computing into an interactive environmental education app and a learning tool for individuals with autism. 

Computer Science & Software Engineering grad student Kris Yu channels his passion for mobile computing into an interactive environmental education app and a learning tool for individuals with autism. Read more: www.uwb.edu/news/2026/01/29/applying...

Asking big questions in a small country  - News Study abroad program in Rwanda pairs UW and pan-African students for an up-close look at a nation on the rise. 

Seventeen UW students recently spent four weeks studying, traveling and researching in Rwanda alongside counterparts from across Africa.

Their focus: leadership and nation building.

Read more: www.uwb.edu/news/2026/01/23/asking-b...

There is still time to join us this Friday for the 10th anniversary of the UWB School of Business (un)GALA! https://ow.ly/5Xo950YoP8E

We look forward to welcoming alumni, community partners and friends back to campus. Thank you to our generous event sponsors for making this celebration possible!

With nearly 1,100 attendees and 80+ vendors, campus creatives turned Feb. 11 into a vibrant celebration of art, entrepreneurship and community. From handmade jewelry and knit scarves to soaps, graphic art and original paintings, makers filled the space with innovation.

The School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences at UW Bothell is built for students who want more than one lens to understand the world. Through hands-on learning and future focused programs, IAS empowers students to make a real difference beyond the classroom.