How a scholarship helped Damien Oz find his creative path

In this letter of gratitude, UW Bothell graduate student Damien Oz reflects on the unexpected path that led him to the MFA program in Creative Writing & Poetics. Supported by a scholarship funded by foundry10, Damien shares how donor generosity made it possible to pursue innovative, interdisciplinary creative work.

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.