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Book Talk: Becoming Nisei

At a free, virtual event, Lisa Hoffman and Mary Hanneman will discuss their new book "Becoming Nisei," a history of the Tacoma Japanese-American community.

January 25, 2021
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Upholding Democracy

Turan Kayaoğlu believes that democracy, rule of law and human rights will eventually prevail in all societies. His research into the Middle East gives him that hope.

January 20, 2021
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Howard talk on teaching and the African-American experience

Ngoma Howard, '98, will discuss the daily challenges of leading a school, and about teaching in a suburban setting and the African American experience.

January 13, 2021
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Second Act

Theater at UW Tacoma goes virtual with the upcoming performance of "The Book of Andy."

January 13, 2021
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Virtual Outreach

UW Tacoma alumna Christian Bell is using skills she honed at UW Tacoma to help stop the spread of COVID in Pierce County.

January 7, 2021
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Building a virtual gathering space

A year ago at this time, none of us would have imagined the role that technology and virtual environments would play in our lives and especially in our learning environments. 

December 30, 2020
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After Prison

Omari Amili spent time in prison before earning three degrees from UW Tacoma. He interviews 10 other people who graduated after they got out.

December 18, 2020
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Never Too Late

Chris Oliver was given a choice: prison or the Army. He chose the latter, then went to college, setting an example for his siblings. "This is what thrills me...that it's never too late."

December 11, 2020
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New Minor in Innovation and Design

Students will gain critical problem-solving skills by learning about the principles of design thinking.

December 7, 2020
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Alumni Speaker: Angela Suresh, '17, Communication

Angela Suresh is shattering stereotypes about what it means to be a South Asian American.

December 7, 2020
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