UWAA Member Update, WA edition, Spring 2018

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UW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

PAID

SEATTLE, WA PERMIT NO. 62

JUNE 26–JULY 6 EXPLORING ICELAND Discover a land of massive glaciers and rumbling volcanoes, bubbling mud holes and powerful waterfalls. There’s no shortage of stupendous wildlife and natural treasures to experience in Iceland, land of the midnight sun.

NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

MEMBER TRAVEL

MEMBER UPDATE

SPRING 2018

CONNECTING WITH THE

NEXT GENERATION OF HUSKIES Whatever your graduation date,

UWALUM.COM/TOURS

we are all part of the same UW community. With your membership, you are paying

EVERYDAY HUSKIES

it forward with your support

David Owens, ’04, knew from an early age he wanted to represent those whose voices were not being heard. Working as a civil rights attorney, Owens now brings justice to the wrongfully convicted. As part of the Exoneration Project, Owens helped to exonerate and release Patrick Prince after 26 years of wrongful imprisonment. UWalum.com/everyday-huskies

more ways you can lend a paw and help a Husky

Issue #22, March 2018. Member Update is the regularly published newsletter for all members of the University of Washington Alumni Association, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195.

student. SEE INSIDE

Moving? Prefer email? Please send corrections to updates@uw.edu or give us a call at 206-543-0540. Want to switch to our online-only version? Go to UWalum.com/memberupdate to change your preferences.

Grab a Grad Pack! Class of 2018 graduates get 40% off — just $30 for an annual membership and $500 for a life membership — plus a special gift. UWalum.com/gradpack

WANT THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR HUSKY GRAD?

Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508

education. Learn about

University of Washington Alumni Association

Thank you for being a member!

of the UW and higher

UWALUM.COM

UPCOMING EVENTS INSIDE!


UW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

PAID

SEATTLE, WA PERMIT NO. 62

JUNE 26–JULY 6 EXPLORING ICELAND Discover a land of massive glaciers and rumbling volcanoes, bubbling mud holes and powerful waterfalls. There’s no shortage of stupendous wildlife and natural treasures to experience in Iceland, land of the midnight sun.

NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

MEMBER TRAVEL

MEMBER UPDATE

SPRING 2018

CONNECTING WITH THE

NEXT GENERATION OF HUSKIES Whatever your graduation date,

UWALUM.COM/TOURS

we are all part of the same UW community. With your membership, you are paying

EVERYDAY HUSKIES

it forward with your support

David Owens, ’04, knew from an early age he wanted to represent those whose voices were not being heard. Working as a civil rights attorney, Owens now brings justice to the wrongfully convicted. As part of the Exoneration Project, Owens helped to exonerate and release Patrick Prince after 26 years of wrongful imprisonment. UWalum.com/everyday-huskies

more ways you can lend a paw and help a Husky

Issue #22, March 2018. Member Update is the regularly published newsletter for all members of the University of Washington Alumni Association, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195.

student. SEE INSIDE

Moving? Prefer email? Please send corrections to updates@uw.edu or give us a call at 206-543-0540. Want to switch to our online-only version? Go to UWalum.com/memberupdate to change your preferences.

Grab a Grad Pack! Class of 2018 graduates get 40% off — just $30 for an annual membership and $500 for a life membership — plus a special gift. UWalum.com/gradpack

WANT THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR HUSKY GRAD?

Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508

education. Learn about

University of Washington Alumni Association

Thank you for being a member!

of the UW and higher

UWALUM.COM

UPCOMING EVENTS INSIDE!


HUSKIES HELPING HUSKIES GET A UW INTERN Student interest in internships is through the roof, but there aren’t enough positions to meet the demand. You can help fill the gap! Two webinars on March 28 and April 25 will show you how easy it is to kick off an internship program. Find resources and learn more to get started. careers.uw.edu/create-an-internship HUSKIES@WORK Every May and November, students and alumni join together for a unique job shadowing program. Show a student a day in your job — on your schedule and your terms. UWalum.com/huskiesatwork STUDENT CAREER TREKS Three times a year, we take a small group of students to major cities to explore careers and connect with UW alumni. Past destinations include the Bay Area, New York City, Washington D.C. and Portland. DINNER WITH DAWGS In February we kicked off this program inviting students into the homes of alumni for small, casual dinner parties. The response was tremendous, with over 300 students signing up to take part. To learn about future dinner dates, email Amanda at alobsing@uw.edu.

I grew up with the narrative that you have one job and “keep it for 30 years…. Something I heard from everybody [is] you think your career is going in one direction and it takes you to a totally different place.” SENIOR SHAYLA COLLINS

EVENTS AROUND WASHINGTON STATE

MEMBER BENEFITS

STARTING MARCH 22 PUBLIC LECTURES PUGET SOUND AREA. Gather with the UW community. Listen, respond and question together at these lectures hosted by the Graduate School and other units across campus.

UNIVERSITY BOOK STORE Shop at University Book Store and save 10% on eligible purchases, in store or online, including new and used books, officially licensed Husky gear, gifts and more! UWAA Members are also eligible to participate in the annual tax-free day in the University Book Store Tech Center.

MARCH/APRIL EASTERN WASHINGTON HUSKY SOCIALS WENATCHEE March 21, TRI-CITIES March 28, SPOKANE March 29, YAKIMA April 11. Enjoy an evening of drink and conversation with Husky alumni and friends. APRIL 19 NEXT GENERATION MEDICINE: THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC SPOKANE. A nationally renowned expert, David J. Tauben, M.D., Res. ’82, will share thoughts on the opioid crisis, chronic pain treatment and what patients need to know. MAY 26 UW DAY WITH SOUNDERS FC SEATTLE. Raise your scarf with fellow Huskies as the Seattle Sounders FC takes on Real Salt Lake. Proceeds go to UW student scholarships. JUNE 1-2 CLASS OF 1968 50-YEAR REUNION Catch up with friends old and new, and return to campus for a weekend of fun, memories and Husky pride. JUNE 2 GOLDEN GRADUATES BRUNCH All Huskies who graduated 50 or more years ago are invited. We will welcome the Class of 1968 into the Golden Graduates community and honor Vivian Lee, ’58, the Golden Graduate Distinguished Alumnus. UW COMMENCEMENT JUNE 9 SEATTLE | JUNE 10 BOTHELL | JUNE 11 TACOMA Congratulations to the Class of 2018. JULY 21 UW NIGHT WITH THE MARINERS SEATTLE. Cheer on the home team as the M’s take on the Chicago White Sox. Proceeds benefit UW student scholarships. UWALUM.COM/EVENTS

ARGOSY CRUISES For more than 60 years, Argosy Cruises has been celebrating the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest as a Seattle attraction. Members save 20% on all public and private cruises. Argosy operates from the downtown Seattle waterfront, South Lake Union and Kirkland City Dock. 5TH AVENUE THEATRE The non-profit 5th Avenue Theatre Association exists to develop, produce and present live musical theater for the cultural enrichment of the Northwest community, and to preserve, maintain and operate the historic and irreplaceable 5th Avenue Theatre. Members save up to 25% on all non-national tours. UWALUM.COM/BENEFITS

OMA&D 50TH ANNIVERSARY Since 1968, the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) has broadened college access and supported success for underrepresented minority, first-generation and low-income students across Washington state. In honor of OMA&D’s 50th anniversary, the UWAA is extending a membership offer that will allow you to support OMA&D and the UWAA. Renew using the offer and receive a commemorative W plaque. Share with a friend! UWalum.com/omad50

SPECIAL OLYMPICS JULY 1–6 MAKE A DIFFERENCE. VOLUNTEER! The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games are coming to Seattle. Athletes are staying in UW dorms, and many competitions will take place on campus. About 10,000 volunteers are needed for event assistance, behind-the-scenes operations and more. Be part of this inspiring event and help celebrate these amazing athletes. specialolympicsusagames.org/volunteer


HUSKIES HELPING HUSKIES GET A UW INTERN Student interest in internships is through the roof, but there aren’t enough positions to meet the demand. You can help fill the gap! Two webinars on March 28 and April 25 will show you how easy it is to kick off an internship program. Find resources and learn more to get started. careers.uw.edu/create-an-internship HUSKIES@WORK Every May and November, students and alumni join together for a unique job shadowing program. Show a student a day in your job — on your schedule and your terms. UWalum.com/huskiesatwork STUDENT CAREER TREKS Three times a year, we take a small group of students to major cities to explore careers and connect with UW alumni. Past destinations include the Bay Area, New York City, Washington D.C. and Portland. DINNER WITH DAWGS In February we kicked off this program inviting students into the homes of alumni for small, casual dinner parties. The response was tremendous, with over 300 students signing up to take part. To learn about future dinner dates, email Amanda at alobsing@uw.edu.

I grew up with the narrative that you have one job and “keep it for 30 years…. Something I heard from everybody [is] you think your career is going in one direction and it takes you to a totally different place.” SENIOR SHAYLA COLLINS

EVENTS AROUND WASHINGTON STATE

MEMBER BENEFITS

STARTING MARCH 22 PUBLIC LECTURES PUGET SOUND AREA. Gather with the UW community. Listen, respond and question together at these lectures hosted by the Graduate School and other units across campus.

UNIVERSITY BOOK STORE Shop at University Book Store and save 10% on eligible purchases, in store or online, including new and used books, officially licensed Husky gear, gifts and more! UWAA Members are also eligible to participate in the annual tax-free day in the University Book Store Tech Center.

MARCH/APRIL EASTERN WASHINGTON HUSKY SOCIALS WENATCHEE March 21, TRI-CITIES March 28, SPOKANE March 29, YAKIMA April 11. Enjoy an evening of drink and conversation with Husky alumni and friends. APRIL 19 NEXT GENERATION MEDICINE: THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC SPOKANE. A nationally renowned expert, David J. Tauben, M.D., Res. ’82, will share thoughts on the opioid crisis, chronic pain treatment and what patients need to know. MAY 26 UW DAY WITH SOUNDERS FC SEATTLE. Raise your scarf with fellow Huskies as the Seattle Sounders FC takes on Real Salt Lake. Proceeds go to UW student scholarships. JUNE 1-2 CLASS OF 1968 50-YEAR REUNION Catch up with friends old and new, and return to campus for a weekend of fun, memories and Husky pride. JUNE 2 GOLDEN GRADUATES BRUNCH All Huskies who graduated 50 or more years ago are invited. We will welcome the Class of 1968 into the Golden Graduates community and honor Vivian Lee, ’58, the Golden Graduate Distinguished Alumnus. UW COMMENCEMENT JUNE 9 SEATTLE | JUNE 10 BOTHELL | JUNE 11 TACOMA Congratulations to the Class of 2018. JULY 21 UW NIGHT WITH THE MARINERS SEATTLE. Cheer on the home team as the M’s take on the Chicago White Sox. Proceeds benefit UW student scholarships. UWALUM.COM/EVENTS

ARGOSY CRUISES For more than 60 years, Argosy Cruises has been celebrating the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest as a Seattle attraction. Members save 20% on all public and private cruises. Argosy operates from the downtown Seattle waterfront, South Lake Union and Kirkland City Dock. 5TH AVENUE THEATRE The non-profit 5th Avenue Theatre Association exists to develop, produce and present live musical theater for the cultural enrichment of the Northwest community, and to preserve, maintain and operate the historic and irreplaceable 5th Avenue Theatre. Members save up to 25% on all non-national tours. UWALUM.COM/BENEFITS

OMA&D 50TH ANNIVERSARY Since 1968, the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) has broadened college access and supported success for underrepresented minority, first-generation and low-income students across Washington state. In honor of OMA&D’s 50th anniversary, the UWAA is extending a membership offer that will allow you to support OMA&D and the UWAA. Renew using the offer and receive a commemorative W plaque. Share with a friend! UWalum.com/omad50

SPECIAL OLYMPICS JULY 1–6 MAKE A DIFFERENCE. VOLUNTEER! The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games are coming to Seattle. Athletes are staying in UW dorms, and many competitions will take place on campus. About 10,000 volunteers are needed for event assistance, behind-the-scenes operations and more. Be part of this inspiring event and help celebrate these amazing athletes. specialolympicsusagames.org/volunteer


HUSKIES HELPING HUSKIES GET A UW INTERN Student interest in internships is through the roof, but there aren’t enough positions to meet the demand. You can help fill the gap! Two webinars on March 28 and April 25 will show you how easy it is to kick off an internship program. Find resources and learn more to get started. careers.uw.edu/create-an-internship HUSKIES@WORK Every May and November, students and alumni join together for a unique job shadowing program. Show a student a day in your job — on your schedule and your terms. UWalum.com/huskiesatwork STUDENT CAREER TREKS Three times a year, we take a small group of students to major cities to explore careers and connect with UW alumni. Past destinations include the Bay Area, New York City, Washington D.C. and Portland. DINNER WITH DAWGS In February we kicked off this program inviting students into the homes of alumni for small, casual dinner parties. The response was tremendous, with over 300 students signing up to take part. To learn about future dinner dates, email Amanda at alobsing@uw.edu.

I grew up with the narrative that you have one job and “keep it for 30 years…. Something I heard from everybody [is] you think your career is going in one direction and it takes you to a totally different place.” SENIOR SHAYLA COLLINS

EVENTS AROUND WASHINGTON STATE

MEMBER BENEFITS

STARTING MARCH 22 PUBLIC LECTURES PUGET SOUND AREA. Gather with the UW community. Listen, respond and question together at these lectures hosted by the Graduate School and other units across campus.

UNIVERSITY BOOK STORE Shop at University Book Store and save 10% on eligible purchases, in store or online, including new and used books, officially licensed Husky gear, gifts and more! UWAA Members are also eligible to participate in the annual tax-free day in the University Book Store Tech Center.

MARCH/APRIL EASTERN WASHINGTON HUSKY SOCIALS WENATCHEE March 21, TRI-CITIES March 28, SPOKANE March 29, YAKIMA April 11. Enjoy an evening of drink and conversation with Husky alumni and friends. APRIL 19 NEXT GENERATION MEDICINE: THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC SPOKANE. A nationally renowned expert, David J. Tauben, M.D., Res. ’82, will share thoughts on the opioid crisis, chronic pain treatment and what patients need to know. MAY 26 UW DAY WITH SOUNDERS FC SEATTLE. Raise your scarf with fellow Huskies as the Seattle Sounders FC takes on Real Salt Lake. Proceeds go to UW student scholarships. JUNE 1-2 CLASS OF 1968 50-YEAR REUNION Catch up with friends old and new, and return to campus for a weekend of fun, memories and Husky pride. JUNE 2 GOLDEN GRADUATES BRUNCH All Huskies who graduated 50 or more years ago are invited. We will welcome the Class of 1968 into the Golden Graduates community and honor Vivian Lee, ’58, the Golden Graduate Distinguished Alumnus. UW COMMENCEMENT JUNE 9 SEATTLE | JUNE 10 BOTHELL | JUNE 11 TACOMA Congratulations to the Class of 2018. JULY 21 UW NIGHT WITH THE MARINERS SEATTLE. Cheer on the home team as the M’s take on the Chicago White Sox. Proceeds benefit UW student scholarships. UWALUM.COM/EVENTS

ARGOSY CRUISES For more than 60 years, Argosy Cruises has been celebrating the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest as a Seattle attraction. Members save 20% on all public and private cruises. Argosy operates from the downtown Seattle waterfront, South Lake Union and Kirkland City Dock. 5TH AVENUE THEATRE The non-profit 5th Avenue Theatre Association exists to develop, produce and present live musical theater for the cultural enrichment of the Northwest community, and to preserve, maintain and operate the historic and irreplaceable 5th Avenue Theatre. Members save up to 25% on all non-national tours. UWALUM.COM/BENEFITS

OMA&D 50TH ANNIVERSARY Since 1968, the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) has broadened college access and supported success for underrepresented minority, first-generation and low-income students across Washington state. In honor of OMA&D’s 50th anniversary, the UWAA is extending a membership offer that will allow you to support OMA&D and the UWAA. Renew using the offer and receive a commemorative W plaque. Share with a friend! UWalum.com/omad50

SPECIAL OLYMPICS JULY 1–6 MAKE A DIFFERENCE. VOLUNTEER! The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games are coming to Seattle. Athletes are staying in UW dorms, and many competitions will take place on campus. About 10,000 volunteers are needed for event assistance, behind-the-scenes operations and more. Be part of this inspiring event and help celebrate these amazing athletes. specialolympicsusagames.org/volunteer


UW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

PAID

SEATTLE, WA PERMIT NO. 62

JUNE 26–JULY 6 EXPLORING ICELAND Discover a land of massive glaciers and rumbling volcanoes, bubbling mud holes and powerful waterfalls. There’s no shortage of stupendous wildlife and natural treasures to experience in Iceland, land of the midnight sun.

NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE

MEMBER TRAVEL

MEMBER UPDATE

SPRING 2018

CONNECTING WITH THE

NEXT GENERATION OF HUSKIES Whatever your graduation date,

UWALUM.COM/TOURS

we are all part of the same UW community. With your

EVERYDAY HUSKIES

membership, you are paying it forward with your support

David Owens, ’04, knew from an early age he wanted to represent those whose voices were not being heard. Working as a civil rights attorney, Owens now brings justice to the wrongfully convicted. As part of the Exoneration Project, Owens helped to exonerate and release Patrick Prince after 26 years of wrongful imprisonment. UWalum.com/everyday-huskies

more ways you can lend a paw and help a Husky student. SEE INSIDE

Issue #22, March 2018. Member Update is the regularly published newsletter for all members of the University of Washington Alumni Association, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195.

Lend a paw from your hometown! Moving? Prefer email? Please send corrections to updates@uw.edu or give us a call at 206-543-0540. Want to switch to our online-only version? Go to UWalum.com/memberupdate to change your preferences.

Grab a Grad Pack! Class of 2018 graduates get 40% off — just $30 for an annual membership and $500 for a life membership — plus a special gift. UWalum.com/gradpack

WANT THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR HUSKY GRAD?

Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508

education. Learn about

University of Washington Alumni Association

Thank you for being you aThank member! for being a member!

of the UW and higher

UWALUM.COM

UPCOMING EVENTS INSIDE!


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