News from the Office of Connected Learning
Exploring Learning and Life in León, Spain by Aelaph Elias
During her study abroad program in León, Spain, a UW Bothell student explored the intersection of technology and education through research on AI and Intelligent Tutoring Systems. Between academic collaboration and cultural immersion from historic streets in León to a meaningful weekend trip to Morocco, he learned adaptability, independence, and the value of global perspectives...
October 8, 2025
Familiarity in the Unfamiliar: Finding Community and Gratitude in Thailand and Cambodia by Valencia Jonson
During the CSR 490 Study Abroad Program in Thailand and Cambodia, Valencia Jonson, first-gen Filipina American student found her expectations transformed as meaningful cultural connections, acts of gratitude, and stories of resilience reshaped her understanding of Southeast Asia. Engaging with NGOs like the Labour Protection Network, visiting rural villages in Siem Reap and reconnecting with...
October 8, 2025
Tech and Tapas: AI & Cybersecurity in Spain by Kyle Ricks
During a two-month journey through Europe, Kyle found the most meaningful part of his experience during three weeks studying in León, Spain. He arrived expecting to travel alone and unsure about connecting with his classmates, but the program quickly turned strangers into close friends through shared classes, trips, and everyday moments. What began as hesitation...
October 7, 2025
A journey through culture and business by Ayomide Anibaba
Ayomide joined the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) study abroad program in Thailand and Cambodia to learn about sustainability and business, but the experience became deeply personal. Through visits to non-governmental organizations (NGOs), ethical wildlife sites, and local communities, she gained firsthand insight into labor rights, human trafficking prevention, and social impact. The trip inspired her,...
October 7, 2025
Taking Initiative: Lessons From My Summer Internship by Tina Nguyen, Digital Scholars 2025
Hello! My name is Tina Nguyen and I’m part of the Digital Scholars 2025 cohort. For my internship, I was a Digital Marketing Intern under the UW Bothell Office of Academic Affairs with Sawyer Dedmon, Marketing & Communications Manager, as my supervisor. Over the course of four weeks, I became well adapted to being flexible...
October 3, 2025
Population Health: India- Same Life Different Reality by Nikki Creek
Nikki studied population health in India, where firsthand experiences reshaped her understanding of global health, privilege, and human connection. Working with community health nurses near Vellore, she researched issues such as childhood injuries, malnutrition, and HPV vaccination while learning how history, politics, and infrastructure shape health outcomes. Through deep cultural exchange and hospitality, Nikki gained...
September 30, 2025
Connected Learning FY2025 Annual Report
The Office of Connected Learning is proud to present their efforts through the FY2025 Annual Report. This publication showcases how students engage in connected learning programs at UW Bothell. View accessible Word version without styling.
September 26, 2025
Restoration projects benefit local communities
UW Bothell’s senior environmental capstone gives students the chance to apply classroom learning to real restoration projects in partnership with local organizations. Under the guidance of Dr. Amy Lambert, students worked on hands-on projects ranging from assessing soil health at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, to restoring pollinator habitats at the former Wayne Golf Course, to...
September 5, 2025
My Story: Building connections locally and abroad by Adam Chhor
Throughout his time at UW Bothell, Adam discovered how connecting across cultures and disciplines shaped his growth, from community-based research with Cambodian gardeners to building machine-learning tools for biologists, studying abroad in Tokyo, and leading an inclusive robotics team. These experiences strengthened his passion for global engagement and ultimately led him to serve as a...
August 29, 2025
Community partnerships spawn salmon education for local park
Ash Putzke, a UW Bothell senior in Earth System Science and Biology, helped create new educational salmon signage and geocaching tours for Kirkland’s O.O. Denny Park as part of a long-standing partnership between UW Bothell and the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance. Working with faculty and the Collaborative for Socio-Ecological Engagement (CoSEE), Putzke transformed research on...
August 28, 2025
