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Category: Global Initiatives

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Three Connected Learning Students make the 2023 Husky 100 list

The Husky 100 recognizes UW undergraduate and graduate students who are making the most of their time at the UW. Congratulations to three students who participated in Connected Learning opportunities or worked as student staff on the team. In order from left to right: Dessirée Ortaç, recipient of the Mary Gates Research Scholar and Founders...

May 1, 2023

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Matsuyama City Cherry Blossom and Mankind’s Strength of Hiroshima, Japan – w/ Liliia Khomych

Liliia applied to the UW Bothell Study Abroad Ambassador Scholarship and was financed with enough funds to have her dream come true, traveling to Japan and exploring its charming culture.  During her spring break in 2023, Liliia Khomych reached out to Global Initiatives and took the opportunity to participate in a study abroad program Japan: ‘Glocal’...

April 17, 2023

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Where the Sakura Blossoms Live: An Experience Never Forgotten from my time in Matsuyama, Ehime – w/ Kanu Vasdev

It was a memorable experience for Kanu Vasdev after joining the UW Bothell Faculty Led study abroad program hosted by Global Initiatives to Ehime, a seaside prefecture in Japan. Kanu developed sturdy connections with the prolonged culture after visiting several historical sights and engaging in traditional events with locals.

April 14, 2023

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STEM professor leverages Fulbright award to be both scholar and student

Dr. Salwa Al-Noori, associate teaching professor in the University of Washington Bothell’s School of STEM, recently completed a five-month Fulbright Scholar program at Hashemite University in Zarqa, Jordan. While teaching two STEM courses and immersing herself in Jordanian life, she also sought to hone culturally responsive teaching methods for her UW Bothell students of Middle...

March 23, 2023

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Fulbright ‘Top Producer’ lists name UW and UW Bothell

The University of Washington is proud to be included on the list of U.S. colleges and universities that produced the most 2022-2023 Fulbright U.S. students and scholars. This recognition is given to the U.S. colleges and universities that received the highest number of applicants selected for the 2022-23 Fulbright U.S. Student and Fulbright U.S. Scholar...

February 13, 2023

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Sounds of Social Justice: The Overlook of the Adventures on the Streets of Spain – w/ Diana Muuru

For the purpose of exploring multi-aspect social issues across the globe, Diana Muuru challenged herself by engaging in the Spain study abroad program before moving on to the next stage of life. She has gained precious views of local culture and experiences communicating in an unfamiliar language. There are several types of programs and exchanges...

January 6, 2023

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What I learned after Czech-ing out of Prague – w/ Angelina Bagnovets

Proving her theory is just one of the satisfactions Angelina Bagnovets earned from the trip to Prague in the Czech Republic. The study abroad program sponsored by Global Initiatives provided the opportunity for her to take a look at thinking critically about contemporary social issues. Spending a part of your university experience abroad will expand...

January 1, 2023

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Building mental health resilience to stress

Kosuke Niitsu, an assistant professor in the School of Nursing & Health Studies, researches mental health resilience by surveying how UW Bothell students respond to virtual mindfulness exercises.

November 3, 2022

November is UW Global Month!

The UW educates more than 50,000 students annually, and the Husky community is connected around the globe. Thanks to our incredible faculty and researchers, we have partnerships and projects in 130+ countries, yielding a world of opportunity for students such as study abroad, research, internships, and classroom experiential learning. During the month of November, we highlight the connections and relationships the UW has all over the world and the impact of our University’s global engagement.

October 26, 2022