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Carrying the Weight

Alumna Victoria Nuon's education has been transformative for her and her family.

April 3, 2023
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Chasing Her Dreams

UW Tacoma senior Angel Reddy's interest in science and travel opened doors for her both on and off campus.

March 1, 2023
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Project AAPI THRIVE

A $2-million federal grant will help UW Tacoma expand supports and services for Asian American, Pacific Islander and low-income students.

October 27, 2022
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Jai'Shon Berry: Embracing the Moment

ASUWT President Jai'Shon Berry took his mother's words to heart: renew your commitment every single day and work hard for it.

September 28, 2022
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Eric Colon: Changing Directions, Giving Back

When an injury forced him to give up his Army career, Eric Colon found a new way to get ahead and give back at UW Tacoma.

June 11, 2022
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Melissa Nunez: Knowing Who to Ask

A first-generation college student graduating with a degree in nursing, Melissa Nunez found that help is available for the asking, if you know who to ask.

June 11, 2022
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Jalen Bounthong: Flair for Leadership

As a first-generation member of the Class of 2022, Jalen Bounthong’s business degree sets a high bar for his siblings to follow.

June 11, 2022
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Maryam Al Darraji: Dream Within Reach

UW Tacoma senior Maryam Al Darraji's dream to become a surgeon took her from Iraq to Jordan to Kent to UW Tacoma.

June 11, 2022
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Tilly Gadbaw: Leading the Way

After life as a military brat and coping with COVID, Tilly Gadbaw is looking forward to using her management degree to help other people do their best.

June 11, 2022
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Chanise Jackson: The Fire Inside

UW Tacoma senior Chanise Jackson is getting ready to graduate, four years after a medical diagnosis threatened to end her college career before it started.

June 11, 2022
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