News from the Alumni
Category: Alumni Profile
Health Studies graduate rises through MMA ranks
UW Bothell School of Nursing and Health Studies alumni Bilal Hasan provides insight into how he became an MMA champion.
September 23, 2025
30 seconds with an alum: From an unexpected start to a lifelong career
In this Q&A, alumna Nicole Sanderson reflects on her journey, the growth of UW Bothell and the community that continues to inspire her.
September 20, 2025
Educational Studies alumna named Educator of the Year
Melanie Gohn, M.Ed. ’12, speaks about what it means to be a teacher.
September 19, 2025
An alumni bridges disciplines and builds teams
Startup founder and “40 Under 40” honoree Alan Gonzalez returned to the University of Washington Bothell to teach students how real-world innovation happens across disciplines.
August 26, 2025
30 seconds with an alum: Building connections with code
Hannah Kim shares how stepping out of her comfort zone and fully embracing the college experience helped her grow both personally and professionally.
August 19, 2025
A gift for future physicists
Carol Miu ’25 returned to UW Bothell to pursue physics in honor of her late father, leading to new research, mentorship and a named endowment supporting future students.
August 12, 2025
Finding purpose beyond the trailhead
Alexandra Wienckowski combined environmental studies and public policy to launch a path toward public service.
June 16, 2025
James Dainard credits success to hard work and education
From his first property “flip” at 17 to his new show “Million Dollar Zombie Flips” on A&E, School of Business alumnus shares his journey through real estate investing.
June 11, 2025
Capstone project set alum on path to executive leadership
Felicea Osorio ’09 applies lessons from her UW Bothell education — including teamwork, ethics and innovation — to her leadership role at a global relocation company.
May 16, 2025
30 seconds with an alum: How education fueled family dreams
Monica Vorn shares how family, mentorship, and determination shaped her path from first-generation student to biotech professional.
May 15, 2025