UW Bothell Philanthropy News
Two educators leave a legacy for their families
UW Bothell emeritus dean Bradley Portin and longtime UW adviser Mark Wicks created the Leslie S. Wicks & Vernon H. Portin Endowed Scholarship to honor their fathers and support first-generation students through education and opportunity.
Empowering the Future of STEM
Crane Aerospace & Electronics is investing in the next generation of engineers and innovators. Their generous support of UW Bothell STEM scholarships helps remove financial barriers and open new opportunities for students.
Honoring a father and his love of physics
How Carol Miu honored her father Patrick by making a gift to the physics department at UW Bothell.
A Double Dawg inspired to give back
Double Dawg Scott Grosenick established an endowment for Computing & Software Systems students, inspired by the mentorship he received and his belief in education’s power to change lives.
My Story: Navigating university with a little help from some friends
Recent MBA graduate, Mary Hunter ’25, shares how she overcame challenges during her time at the University of Washington Bothell with help from a mentor and a donor.
East African students create community with coffee and conversation
When three students noticed a need for a stronger East African community at UW Bothell, they started a club leaning on coffee — a drink central to their culture.
Alumna honored for support and service
Laura Metz ’96, MBA ’02, received the 2025 UW Bothell Legacy Award for her philanthropy, advocacy and commitment to student success.
Jan Hunter remembered for a legacy of generosity and care
Following her passing in March, Jan Hunter leaves a $1.5 million gift to UW Bothell that will help restore the historic Truly House for student and community use.
From UW Bothell to UW Medicine
Scholarships and mentorship helped Claire Truongdang, Biochemistry ’24, discover her passion for research and pursue a career focused on science and social impact.
Joe Decuir’s Gift Expands Opportunities for Future Engineers
Lecturer Joe Decuir’s $100,000 gift created UW Bothell’s Electrical Engineering Capstone Lab, giving students hands-on experience and the tools to tackle real-world projects.
