MEMBER TRAVEL
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
PROUD ME MBER
UW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
MEMBER UPDATE
WINTER 2014
125 Years: The Celebration Begins In 2014, the UW Alumni Association marks 125 years of supporting the UW’s mission. The steadfast support of committed alumni and UWAA
Visit UWalum.com/benefits for a complete benefits list.
reason to celebrate. Thank you! Issue #12, January 2014. Member Update is the quarterly newsletter for all members of the University of Washington Alumni Association, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195.
FREE Conservation Magazine Subscription. Conservation is a quarterly independent science magazine of the University of Washington dedicated to changing the conversation about what it means to be “green.” The first 2,000 UWAA members who subscribe get a free one-year subscription to Conservation Magazine ($29 value). UWalum.com/conservation
it has become, and that’s a great 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.
Henry Art Gallery. The Henry is known for being the first to champion up-and-coming artists who go on to global acclaim as well as current UW students. Members save $2 on daily admission and 15% off general annual memberships when you show your card. www.henryart.org
the UW the world-class institution
1896 FOOTBALL CHAMPS
MEMBER BENEFITS
members like you has helped make
University of Washington Alumni Association Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508
Morocco: Mountains, Mosques and More Encounter the ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and rugged mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks of Morocco in this unique travel opportunity from UW Alumni Tours. Experience the hospitality and deep history of this storied land as you watch the sun set over the dunes of the Sahara, explore the ancient streets of Fez, and share lunch in a private home in Rabat. Nov. 15–28. UWalum.com/tours
Stay tuned for special anniversary events, stories and highlights from the last 125 years.
3 facts about the new UW license plate — see inside! UWalum.com
DAWG DATES IN THE NORTHWEST
DAWG DATES ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Arts Dawg White Package. The Arts Dawg White Package offers insider’s access and free pre-show wine receptions at three of the UW’s best arts offerings, including Béla Fleck and Brooklyn Rider (Feb. 4) UWalum.com/ artsdawg
DC Huskies: Take an imaginative flight of fancy when you join us for Theatre Night with Peter and the Starcatcher! This enchanting evening includes an engaging pre-show reception with co-producer and UW alumnus Richard Greene, ’78, as well as a ticket to the Tony Award-winning play at the Kennedy Center. (Feb. 12) To register go to UWalum.com
SPY: The Secret World of Espionage. Go undercover and discover the hidden realm of espionage, where shoes listen and coins kill at this member-exclusive night at Pacific Science Center’s upcoming exhibit. (April 10 & 11) Register at UWalum.com/spy The Future of Ice Lecture Series. Renowned photographers, scholars and scientists come together to explore the uncertain fate of the Earth’s frozen lands. (Ongoing) UWalum.com/ice
Three facts about the new UW license plate
CA Huskies: Get an insider’s look at the Presidio! Enjoy an afternoon of family fun while you learn about the creation of a new urban park and see some renovated historic buildings on a tour led by two UW alumni: Robert, ’77, ’83, and Christina, ’85, Wallace. (March 22) To register visit UWalum.com/presidio Dawg Days in the Desert. With the Desert Dawgs Golf Tournament, the annual Desert Scholarship Luncheon and the 25th annual Chow Down to Washington at the home of Husky alumnus Jim Houston, ’55, it’s packed with Husky fun. (March 17-19). Register at UWalum.com/dawgdays Husky Basketball Viewing Parties: Pac-12 conference play has started! Cheer on the men’s basketball team with Husky fans where you live. Check out UWalum.com/basketball to find a viewing party near you!
You already know the new UW specialty license plate looks great, but here are some facts you may not know: Peter and the Starcatcher
41 % 120 students
$1.2 million
More than 41% of the initial fee (and $28 of the $30 plate renewal fee) goes directly to student scholarships. Last year, 120 students received scholarships thanks to the specialty plate program. The average amount of these scholarships was $3,000. $1.2 million has been raised for UW student scholarships through the license plate program since 2006. $15,000 was raised in the first three weeks the purple plate became available.
Learn how to put pride on your ride and support student scholarships at uw.edu/huskyplates! PHOTO BY PAUL NICKLEN
PHOTO BY PAUL NICKLEN
DAWG DATES IN THE NORTHWEST
DAWG DATES ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Arts Dawg White Package. The Arts Dawg White Package offers insider’s access and free pre-show wine receptions at three of the UW’s best arts offerings, including Béla Fleck and Brooklyn Rider (Feb. 4) UWalum.com/ artsdawg
DC Huskies: Take an imaginative flight of fancy when you join us for Theatre Night with Peter and the Starcatcher! This enchanting evening includes an engaging pre-show reception with co-producer and UW alumnus Richard Greene, ’78, as well as a ticket to the Tony Award-winning play at the Kennedy Center. (Feb. 12) To register go to UWalum.com
SPY: The Secret World of Espionage. Go undercover and discover the hidden realm of espionage, where shoes listen and coins kill at this member-exclusive night at Pacific Science Center’s upcoming exhibit. (April 10 & 11) Register at UWalum.com/spy The Future of Ice Lecture Series. Renowned photographers, scholars and scientists come together to explore the uncertain fate of the Earth’s frozen lands. (Ongoing) UWalum.com/ice
Three facts about the new UW license plate
CA Huskies: Get an insider’s look at the Presidio! Enjoy an afternoon of family fun while you learn about the creation of a new urban park and see some renovated historic buildings on a tour led by two UW alumni: Robert, ’77, ’83, and Christina, ’85, Wallace. (March 22) To register visit UWalum.com/presidio Dawg Days in the Desert. With the Desert Dawgs Golf Tournament, the annual Desert Scholarship Luncheon and the 25th annual Chow Down to Washington at the home of Husky alumnus Jim Houston, ’55, it’s packed with Husky fun. (March 17-19). Register at UWalum.com/dawgdays Husky Basketball Viewing Parties: Pac-12 conference play has started! Cheer on the men’s basketball team with Husky fans where you live. Check out UWalum.com/basketball to find a viewing party near you!
You already know the new UW specialty license plate looks great, but here are some facts you may not know: Peter and the Starcatcher
41 % 120 students
$1.2 million
More than 41% of the initial fee (and $28 of the $30 plate renewal fee) goes directly to student scholarships. Last year, 120 students received scholarships thanks to the specialty plate program. The average amount of these scholarships was $3,000. $1.2 million has been raised for UW student scholarships through the license plate program since 2006. $15,000 was raised in the first three weeks the purple plate became available.
Learn how to put pride on your ride and support student scholarships at uw.edu/huskyplates! PHOTO BY PAUL NICKLEN
PHOTO BY PAUL NICKLEN
DAWG DATES IN THE NORTHWEST
DAWG DATES ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Arts Dawg White Package. The Arts Dawg White Package offers insider’s access and free pre-show wine receptions at three of the UW’s best arts offerings, including Béla Fleck and Brooklyn Rider (Feb. 4) UWalum.com/ artsdawg
DC Huskies: Take an imaginative flight of fancy when you join us for Theatre Night with Peter and the Starcatcher! This enchanting evening includes an engaging pre-show reception with co-producer and UW alumnus Richard Greene, ’78, as well as a ticket to the Tony Award-winning play at the Kennedy Center. (Feb. 12) To register go to UWalum.com
SPY: The Secret World of Espionage. Go undercover and discover the hidden realm of espionage, where shoes listen and coins kill at this member-exclusive night at Pacific Science Center’s upcoming exhibit. (April 10 & 11) Register at UWalum.com/spy The Future of Ice Lecture Series. Renowned photographers, scholars and scientists come together to explore the uncertain fate of the Earth’s frozen lands. (Ongoing) UWalum.com/ice
Three facts about the new UW license plate
CA Huskies: Get an insider’s look at the Presidio! Enjoy an afternoon of family fun while you learn about the creation of a new urban park and see some renovated historic buildings on a tour led by two UW alumni: Robert, ’77, ’83, and Christina, ’85, Wallace. (March 22) To register visit UWalum.com/presidio Dawg Days in the Desert. With the Desert Dawgs Golf Tournament, the annual Desert Scholarship Luncheon and the 25th annual Chow Down to Washington at the home of Husky alumnus Jim Houston, ’55, it’s packed with Husky fun. (March 17-19). Register at UWalum.com/dawgdays Husky Basketball Viewing Parties: Pac-12 conference play has started! Cheer on the men’s basketball team with Husky fans where you live. Check out UWalum.com/basketball to find a viewing party near you!
You already know the new UW specialty license plate looks great, but here are some facts you may not know: Peter and the Starcatcher
41 % 120 students
$1.2 million
More than 41% of the initial fee (and $28 of the $30 plate renewal fee) goes directly to student scholarships. Last year, 120 students received scholarships thanks to the specialty plate program. The average amount of these scholarships was $3,000. $1.2 million has been raised for UW student scholarships through the license plate program since 2006. $15,000 was raised in the first three weeks the purple plate became available.
Learn how to put pride on your ride and support student scholarships at uw.edu/huskyplates! PHOTO BY PAUL NICKLEN
PHOTO BY PAUL NICKLEN
MEMBER TRAVEL
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
PROUD ME MBER
UW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
MEMBER UPDATE
WINTER 2014
125 Years: The Celebration Begins In 2014, the UW Alumni Association marks 125 years of supporting the UW’s mission. The steadfast support of committed alumni and UWAA
Visit UWalum.com/benefits for a complete benefits list.
reason to celebrate. Thank you! Issue #12, January 2014. Member Update is the quarterly newsletter for all members of the University of Washington Alumni Association, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195.
FREE Conservation Magazine Subscription. Conservation is a quarterly independent science magazine of the University of Washington dedicated to changing the conversation about what it means to be “green.” The first 2,000 UWAA members who subscribe get a free one-year subscription to Conservation Magazine ($29 value). UWalum.com/conservation
it has become, and that’s a great 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.
Henry Art Gallery. The Henry is known for being the first to champion up-and-coming artists who go on to global acclaim as well as current UW students. Members save $2 on daily admission and 15% off general annual memberships when you show your card. www.henryart.org
the UW the world-class institution
1896 FOOTBALL CHAMPS
MEMBER BENEFITS
members like you has helped make
University of Washington Alumni Association Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508
Morocco: Mountains, Mosques and More Encounter the ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and rugged mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks of Morocco in this unique travel opportunity from UW Alumni Tours. Experience the hospitality and deep history of this storied land as you watch the sun set over the dunes of the Sahara, explore the ancient streets of Fez, and share lunch in a private home in Rabat. Nov. 15–28. UWalum.com/tours
Stay tuned for special anniversary events, stories and highlights from the last 125 years.
3 facts about the new UW license plate — see inside! UWalum.com
MEMBER TRAVEL
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
PROUD ME MBER
UW ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
MEMBER UPDATE
WINTER 2014
125 Years: The Celebration Begins In 2014, the UW Alumni Association marks 125 years of supporting the UW’s mission. The steadfast support of committed alumni and UWAA
Visit UWalum.com/benefits for a complete benefits list.
reason to celebrate. Thank you! Issue #12, January 2014. Member Update is the quarterly newsletter for all members of the University of Washington Alumni Association, 4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195.
FREE Conservation Magazine Subscription. Conservation is a quarterly independent science magazine of the University of Washington dedicated to changing the conversation about what it means to be “green.” The first 2,000 UWAA members who subscribe get a free one-year subscription to Conservation Magazine ($29 value). UWalum.com/conservation
it has become, and that’s a great 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.
Henry Art Gallery. The Henry is known for being the first to champion up-and-coming artists who go on to global acclaim as well as current UW students. Members save $2 on daily admission and 15% off general annual memberships when you show your card. www.henryart.org
the UW the world-class institution
1896 FOOTBALL CHAMPS
MEMBER BENEFITS
members like you has helped make
University of Washington Alumni Association Box 359508, Seattle, WA 98195-9508
Morocco: Mountains, Mosques and More Encounter the ancient ruins and sacred mosques, endless desert and rugged mountains, imposing kasbahs and spirited souks of Morocco in this unique travel opportunity from UW Alumni Tours. Experience the hospitality and deep history of this storied land as you watch the sun set over the dunes of the Sahara, explore the ancient streets of Fez, and share lunch in a private home in Rabat. Nov. 15–28. UWalum.com/tours
Stay tuned for special anniversary events, stories and highlights from the last 125 years.
3 facts about the new UW license plate — see inside! UWalum.com