News from Office of Connected Learning
Category: Connected Learning
Research from the heart
Challenges failed to block Vi Nguyen’s determination to develop non-contact electrodes for enhancing electrocardiogram (ECG) recording methods with the support from the 2023 Founders Fellows Summer Research Stipend. Though the experiment didn’t always provide the desirable outcomes, Nguyen learned to problem-solve independently and strengthen resilience with numerous obstacles. The Founders Fellow Summer Research Stipend support...
December 15, 2023
The Land Where Dreams Come True: My time in Tokyo – w/ Adam Chhor
Prior experience of interacting with exchange students motivated Adam Chhor to learn their foreign language and eventually participate in a Japan Study Abroad Program, World War II Through Film, Tokyo. He was grateful to strengthen his learning insights and view a country through its prolonged history and war memorial museums.
December 13, 2023
One Day. About one day, I chose to study abroad. All it takes is one day and can change your whole life – w/ Alexandra Wienckowski
From motherhood to academic exploration, Alexandra Wienckowski began her journey and expanded her passion for Law, Economics, and Public Policy with a UW Bothell Study Abroad program in Thailand. The trip fostered self-growth and international perspectives that shaped her perception and taught her more in-depth about global issues.
December 12, 2023
Adventures Exploring Asia and Looking for Sustainable Businesses – w/ Carolina Antonucci
When coming across the Thailand Study Abroad Program posters in the hallway, Carolina Antonucci followed her curiosity to engage in this weeks-long exploration of sustainable businesses and corporate social responsibility in Asia. She witnessed various firsthand initiatives to tackle community care and sustainability, bringing valuable skills and global awareness to shape future career professions.
December 12, 2023
Digital Scholars Program: A Student’s Perspective – Betelhem Yinges
Betelhem Yinges illustrates her college life with the Digital Scholars Program to unveil the inspiring journey of a first-generation student at the UW with excitement. In her blog, she elaborates on the diversity, equity, and inclusion of knowledge-learning in the program and reflects on the significant impact of collaborating with local communities. The Digital Scholars...
December 8, 2023
Minding test anxiety
Increasing anxiety and stress remain problematic among students before upcoming tests or exams, and the study conducted by Dr. Bryan White and Dr. Linda Eaton found a path to address these issues with their research on mindfulness. With support from the UW Bothell Scholarship, Research, and Creative Practice (SRCP) Grant Program, they collaborated with students...
November 30, 2023
Connected Learning and Sponsored Research FY2023 Annual Report
The Offices of Sponsored Research and Connected Learning are proud to present their efforts through the FY2023 Annual Report. This report showcases sponsored research data at UW Bothell and how students engage in connected learning programs.
November 30, 2023
London Diaries: Early Fall Abroad – w/ Muna Mohammed
Living in an unfamiliar city is never easy, but Muna Mohammed embraces this adventure to gain international perspectives and self-growth through the Study Abroad Program in London. She encouraged students to take on unexpected trips, connect with diverse cultures, and foster self-enhanced experiences to enrich their knowledge for future growth.
November 23, 2023
My Story: Voting as a call to action for social change
Andy Walker-Tran appreciated NextGen Civic Leader Corps for allowing him to practice civic engagement and realize the importance of voting as the young generation. After participating in forming a worker union at Starbucks, He pointed out how voting enables young people to express their demand for change and how joining the NextGen Corps helps him...
November 3, 2023
Graduate students contribute to local city’s development
Students in Dr. Jung’s Master of Arts in Policy Studies (MAPS) class have intended to assist the city in achieving its vision of creating a welcoming and cohesive community that respects all after being exposed to numerous community issues in Lynnwood. To collect opinions from different backgrounds, undergraduates organized World Cafe, a community-engaged event that...
October 19, 2023