From entertainment to enlightenment, stories have the capacity to not only take us to new worlds, but change the way we think about our own. This June at University Book Store, we’re excited to host several authors whose new works are doing just that. On Wednesday, June 11 at 7 p.m., Tom Rob Smith will [...]

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Spring is a great time to enjoy the rich musical offerings at the UW! Most instrumental and choral ensembles have a concert each quarter, with spring as the highlight. Many students present their final recitals and faculty members even get featured from time to time. Check out the School of Music calender for highlights (some [...]

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If I ask you to think about writers and artists at the University of Washington, what immediately comes to mind? It’s not unreasonable if your mind jumps to the English or art departments, but that’s only acknowledging part of the picture. After all, UW writers and artists are not strictly those who chose to pursue [...]

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When we were told back in December that Neal Dempsey himself would help lead the World’s Largest Kettlebell Workout at Dempsey Field, I was floored. I thought, “I get to meet the man that donated this incredible athletic facility to the UW?” I was brand new to the University of Washington but realized that Dempsey [...]

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month is a celebration of the culture, traditions, and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. At the UW, we are excited to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month through several campus and community events. No Longer Invisible: What does it mean to be Asian American [...]

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I grew up in the Pacific Northwest. While I’ve traveled and love places that are outside of Washington, I’m proud to call this area home. My mom lives in Tacoma so I get to see her often and when I visit her we go to TAM, the Washington State History Museum, and the Museum of [...]

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We know that faculty and staff are too busy to be glued to social media, so here’s a recap of the contests and photos you won’t want to miss. Over on Facebook, we’re in the middle of a very cool contest: It’s not every day a celebrity chef prepares a special meal for faculty and [...]

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We made it through winter! Now that the sun is out more and more, remember that there’s something for everyone at the Waterfront Activities Center. Whether you’re looking to explore the waters of Lake Washington with some friends, take a date on a romantic paddle, or just have a great day in the sun with [...]

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Tomorrow, UW student environmentalists will be out in force on the HUB lawn celebrating Earth Day and you’re invited. They’ll be clean energy and green initiatives representing their groups, an open mic, a fashion show, and more.   UW’s Earth Day celebration is from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. All student exhibitors are listed on the event page.   [...]

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Spring has sprung! The kids’ department at University Book Store is welcoming the season by celebrating adventures both big and small and those who bring them to life in so many fun ways. On Thursday, April 17 at 7 p.m., author Lin Oliver and illustrator Tomie dePaola will visit our U District store for a [...]

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Imagine That: Surprising Stories and Amazing Objects of the Burke Museum opens this Saturday! Here are the Top 5 reasons you should check it out: The tip of the iceBurke. Neil MacGregor, Director of the British Museum once said, “museums are like icebergs: there is always far more going on beyond what you can see [...]

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My mom has a green thumb. She kept a beautiful flower garden in our side yard and tended the azaleas, rhodies, and forsythia that lined our front walk. Here in Seattle, when I see that bright yellow forsythia burst out under the spring sun, I instantly think back to the bright row that lined our [...]

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