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Leticia Barreto: Making a Connection

UW Tacoma senior Leticia Barreto embraced campus life and opened up a world of opportunities.

June 11, 2022
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The Class of 2022

In 2022 we are celebrating thousands of UW Tacoma grads from 2020, 2021 and 2022.

June 10, 2022
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Samantha Smith: The Right Time and Place

Samantha Smith decided now was the right time and UW Tacoma was the right place to study sustainable urban development.

March 4, 2022
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Bridget Talebi: Planet Protector

As director of the Washington Conservation Corps, Urban Studies alumna Bridget Talebi, '05, is using her UW education to make Washington healthier, more just and more resilient.

January 25, 2022
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Looking Back at 2021

Fourteen stories from the past year that showcase the best of UW Tacoma.

December 29, 2021
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New Faculty at UW Tacoma in 2021-22

Meet 20 faculty members who have recently joined the UW Tacoma community.

December 17, 2021
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One Foot in Front of the Other

School and women's tackle football helped current UW Tacoma student Ashley Young find her way after her military career ended.

November 10, 2021
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Filled with Joy

As Chancellor Sheila Edwards Lange begins her new role, she reflects on her personal journey and her vision for UW Tacoma's future.

September 29, 2021
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OCP is hiring!

Join our team. 

August 16, 2021
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Veteran, Football Player, Lifesaver

UW Tacoma student Ashley Young, Air Force veteran and women’s pro tackle football player, responded quickly when she saw a fire break out in a Tacoma neighborhood.

July 21, 2021
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