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A member of the University of Washington Bothell Speech and Debate Team, Aaron Yared, took a third place in the Pi Kappa Delta National Comprehensive Speech and Debate Tournament. The junior in law, economics and public policy won third place in the Novice Division International Public Debate Association style debate during the completion over spring break in Boise, Idaho.

Leland Melvin was drafted in the National Football League and went on to become an astronaut, but only after overcoming injury with a perseverance he’ll describe as the commencement speaker for the University of Washington Bothell’s 2017 graduating class. Melvin will speak in front of graduates, family and friends at Safeco Field. The ceremony begins at 4 p.m. June 13.

Sage Miller used his time in an internship course to create a project he’ll direct over the next two years with an annual budget of $125,000. Majoring in community psychology with a minor in public policy (’17), Miller says he’s well-suited to create the YMCA website compiling 150 nonprofit social service providers in north Seattle. 

University of Washington Bothell senior Feruza Ghias remained active over spring break by engaging in three out of four of the University’s alternative spring break community activities.

Becoming a school teacher is a great outcome for graduates with the new bachelor’s degree in educational studies. The interdisciplinary degree also is an appealing option for students who might use it in the business world or with nonprofits.