{"id":20927,"date":"2026-09-04T20:39:14","date_gmt":"2026-09-04T20:39:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/?p=20927"},"modified":"2026-09-04T20:40:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T20:40:10","slug":"five-stories-of-growth-and-belonging-at-uw-bothell","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/news\/2026\/09\/04\/five-stories-of-growth-and-belonging-at-uw-bothell","title":{"rendered":"Five stories of growth and belonging at UW Bothell"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"is-style-highlight-paragraph\"><em>The many ways students grow during their Husky Experience. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you choose to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washington.edu\/giving\/make-a-gift\/?source_typ=3&amp;source=FND-117761\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">support scholarships<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washington.edu\/giving\/make-a-gift\/?source_typ=3&amp;source=FND-151582\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">program teaching students new skills<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washington.edu\/giving\/make-a-gift\/?source_typ=3&amp;source=FND-135723\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the emergency fund<\/a>, the impact of your giving improves the Husky Experience for students across UW Bothell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For many students, the Husky Experience is tied directly to finding a place where they feel they belong and can thrive \u2014 inside and outside the classroom. The following five stories were shared by students with UW\u2019s Board of Regents earlier this year and illustrate what that thriving can look like. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-highlight-paragraph-large has-primary-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9588ad5c621260ba046aebe779163eaf\">Finding belonging through housing <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase.jpg\" alt=\"Jesus Martinez-Alvarez speaks from behind a lectern at the 2026 Academic Showcase.\" class=\"wp-image-20935\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jesus-Martinez-Alvarez-speaking-at-Academic-Showcase-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jesus Martinez-Alvarez talking about the Husky Experience at the 2026 Academic Showcase.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Jesus Martinez-Alvarez arrived at UW Bothell seeking a quiet place to study. Growing up in a household of eight, he described his home as a place \u201cfull of conversation, movement and energy.\u201d He hoped that living on campus would provide the quiet environment he needed to focus on his studies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When he moved onto campus, everything initially felt unfamiliar. That uncertainty quickly changed thanks to the support of resident advisers. \u201cThey answered questions I hadn\u2019t considered asking yet and helped make the environment feel welcoming instead of intimidating,\u201d Martinez-Alvarez said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through these early connections, what could have been an isolating transition instead became a sense of belonging. \u201cWhat I gained was a deeper understanding of community and the responsibility that comes with being part of it,\u201d he said.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by the impact of his own experience, Martinez-Alvarez now serves as a resident assistant, helping other students find the same comfort and connection he once discovered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-highlight-paragraph-large has-primary-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bcb6ce39c179b8202b34fc0f77d5d19f\">Building confidence through connection <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation.jpg\" alt=\"Beth Anulo speaks into a microphone while holding a tablet during a Digital Scholars presentation.\" class=\"wp-image-20934\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Beth-Anulo-speaking-at-a-Digital-Scholars-presentation-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beth Anulo giving a presentation as a Digital Scholar.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Beth Anulo\u2019s journey at UW Bothell began with uncertainty. As a transfer student and first-generation college student, she initially struggled to find her place on campus. She remembers feeling lost during her first week, unsure of where to go or how to get involved. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her turning point came during a simple interaction at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/arc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Activities &amp; Recreation Center<\/a>. After walking in to ask for a phone charger, she encountered staff who were welcoming and helpful. \u201cIt was at that moment that I felt like I belonged at the University,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Later, taking on the position of a building manager in the ARC, Anulo became one of the first points of contact for other students. Initially hesitant about interacting with so many new people, she grew significantly in confidence. \u201cI wasn\u2019t used to talking to so many new people every day,\u201d she explained. Through her role, however, she said she learned to step outside her comfort zone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anulo now understands the importance of small interactions. Whether helping a student find a resource or simply offering directions, she recognizes that \u201ceven small actions like answering a question can make a lasting impact.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-highlight-paragraph-large has-primary-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6111cc3578ad08f6c778bf5556345e04\">Creating community and leadership <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club.jpg\" alt=\"Koket Gebiremichael, right, poses with five members of BunaTalk wearing traditional East African clothing.\" class=\"wp-image-20933\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Koket-Gebiremichael-with-BunaTalk-club-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Koket Gebiremichael (right) with members of BunaTalk.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/news\/2026\/06\/30\/an-eternal-optimist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chancellor\u2019s Medalist Koket Gebiremichael<\/a> began her time at UW Bothell focused on her goal of becoming a nurse. Leadership wasn\u2019t something she saw for herself at first. Reflecting on this early mindset, she said, \u201cI convinced myself I wasn\u2019t experienced enough \u2014 that leadership was something you stepped into only once you felt fully prepared.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her perspective changed when she recognized a gap on campus: Many students from backgrounds like hers felt disconnected without a space where their voices and cultures were fully represented. In response, she co-founded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/news\/2025\/07\/18\/east-african-students-create-community-with-coffee-and-conversation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BunaTalk<\/a>, an organization dedicated to fostering cultural connection for East African students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The impact was immediate and meaningful. At one event, she observed students who initially stood quietly beginning to connect and engage. \u201cBy the end of the night, the hesitation had disappeared,\u201d she said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She later learned that the friendships formed during these gatherings continued outside UW Bothell. \u201cBunaTalk wasn\u2019t just creating community for one evening. It was building relationships that extend far beyond campus walls.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this experience, Gebiremichael redefined leadership for herself. \u201cLeadership isn\u2019t about waiting until you feel ready,\u201d she said. \u201cIt\u2019s about showing up when your community needs you.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-highlight-paragraph-large has-primary-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-263a8afd97d5f650dd646e5490297110\">Learning through hands-on experience <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon.jpg\" alt=\"Jonah Uellenberg gestures while speaking into a microphone alongside two fellow participants at the 2026 Hackathon.\" class=\"wp-image-20932\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Jonah-Uellenberg-speaking-at-2026-Hackathon-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jonah Uellenberg speaking during the 2026 Hackathon.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For Jonah Uellenberg, growth has always been tied to action. As a computer science student with a passion for building, he believed that \u201cthe best path toward growth is practical experience.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He realized early in his academic journey, however, that technical skill alone wasn\u2019t enough. He needed to strengthen his communication abilities, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Uellenberg sought opportunities across campus. He joined clubs, led workshops, tutored peers and took on increasing levels of responsibility. These experiences helped him develop the confidence and communication skills that are also essential to his field. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of his most impactful experiences came through organizing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/news\/2026\/05\/21\/hacking-the-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">campus hackathon<\/a> as president of UW Bothell\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/uwb-acm-club\/posts\/?feedView=all\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Association for Computing Machinery<\/a>. The scale of the event was remarkable: More than 350 participants worked over several days to design and present dozens of projects.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the numbers, what stood out to Uellenberg was the personal growth of participants. \u201cFor many, it was their first time building something outside of class that was truly theirs,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through these collaborative experiences, Uellenberg said he found not only technical growth but also a deeper appreciation for teamwork and community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-highlight-paragraph-large has-primary-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-43a5b3e3e259241ca8de52d42ad21028\">Finding a voice through leadership <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team.jpg\" alt=\"Ashley Tsang, center, holds an issue of the Husky Herald while posing outdoors with two members of the newspaper\u2019s editorial team.\" class=\"wp-image-20931\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:400px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/give\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/11\/2026\/09\/Ashley-Tsang-with-Husky-Herald-editorial-team-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ashley Tsang (center) with her Husky Herald editorial team.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uwb.edu\/news\/2026\/08\/28\/my-story-creating-community-and-staying-authentic\">Ashley Tsang\u2019s journey<\/a> at UW Bothell is one of transformation. When she first arrived, she described herself as \u201ca student who had many ideas but wouldn\u2019t raise her hand.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her change of heart came when she saw her peers at an open mic night on campus. \u201cI was instantly inspired by their creativity,\u201d she said, and soon after, she found the courage to pursue opportunities of her own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tsang became editor-in-chief of The Husky Herald, leading a team of student contributors. Stepping into that role was intimidating, she said. \u201cI constantly questioned, \u2018Do I even deserve this role?\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But through mentorship and collaboration, she learned to embrace growth rather than perfection. And her perspective on what make an effective leader evolved significantly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cLeadership isn\u2019t about being the loudest person in the room,\u201d she said. \u201cIt\u2019s about creating space for others to be heard and seen.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>More than 6,000 students come to UW Bothell with different goals, experiences and needs. <a href=\"https:\/\/together.uw.edu\/i\/hgd\/Campaign\/uw-bothell-husky-giving-day-20268?refGuid=965ba5ac-4cc5-484b-afa1-7beefe11a68e&amp;refName=UW%20Bothell\">Make a gift now to the UW Bothell Fund<\/a> to help students make the most of their Husky Experience.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Five students talk about their UW Bothell Husky Experience and how they have grown personally during their time in 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