UW Bothell Philanthropy News

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.