A world without borders

Bird watching can sharpen students’ observational and research skills — and requires them to pay close attention to detail, skills that are important to hone in any field of study. The personal benefits, however, are just as important as bird watching has a significant impact on people’s mental health.

Dr. Ursula Valdez Lecturer, School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences

It was a special and meaningful experience to engage in undergraduate research at UW Bothell. Getting to do that project with Dr. Cynthia Chang planted the seed, for me, of climate change in the context of research and human communities.

Jackelyn Garcia Class of 2020, Biology

The core of my work must be love. I don’t know how we do DEI work without love at the center of it and with courage to drive our actions. I think it can be easy to get discouraged or to lose hope when striving for progress toward a more just and equitable world. But I can think of a million ways I’ve seen love and kindness play out in my life through those I am lucky enough to receive it from.

Melissa Keightley Director, Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Being a part of this vibrant campus community and my relationships with peers, faculty, staff and administrators have allowed me to grow into a powerful catalyst for positive change and empower communities on campus to do the same. UW Bothell has transformed me into a scholar and perceptive leader who considers how I lead with purpose.

Djelli Berisha Class of 2022, Biology

I know what it feels like to be a student and to struggle to find money to pay for simple things such as gas and groceries. I created the scholarship to hopefully alleviate some of that burden and stress for others.

Shanell Brown Class of 2023, Master of Nursing