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Upcoming speakers
The free Alumni Speaker Series brings alumni back to campus to share their stories and career advice with current students and fellow alumni. Speakers have earned a University of Washington Tacoma degree, professional certification, or in special cases, have attended a University of Washington campus for at least two years and have graduated from another accredited college or university. This also includes UW alumni who live and/or work in Tacoma or the South Sound and have a positive impact on UW Tacoma, Tacoma, and the South Sound.
Eric Barone (SET '11)
Video game developer
October 9, 2024
6 - 7:30 p.m.
University YMCA, Room 303 (1710 Market St) *NEW LOCATION*
Eric Barone is a game developer best known for solo-developing the indie farming game, Stardew Valley. Growing up, he was captivated by the magical worlds he explored in video games, giving him a strong desire to create worlds of his own and share them with others. As a lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, Eric drew inspiration from the region's beautiful and mysterious landscapes. He graduated from UW Tacoma in 2011 with a Computer Science & Systems degree.
Light refreshments will be served.
Dr. DeAnn Dillon (EdD '23)
Faculty, Seattle Colleges
November 7, 2024
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Location TBA
More information coming soon.
Dr. Natalie Hart (SIAS '11)
December 4, 2024
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Location TBA
Dr. Natalie Hart is a seasoned DEI consultant with over a decade of experience. She excels in creating inclusive workplace cultures, developing engaging training programs, and facilitating courageous conversations. With expertise in breaking down complex subjects and crafting compelling presentations, Dr. Hart empowers teams to thrive. She holds a doctorate in K-12 Leadership from University of Southern California, a master in Education Policy and a double bachelor's degree in American Ethnic Studies, Communication, and Comparative History of Ideas from the University of Washington.
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PAST ALUMNI SPEAKERS
Milgard School of Business
- Megan Ackaert (MBA '05) – March 2022
- Jessica Barry (BABA 16) – March 2021
- Anne Kerker (MBA '10)
- Mohamed Rashed (BA/BABA '11) – October 2021
- Ty Reed (BA '98, MBA '09) – November 2021
School of Education
- Alicia Porter (MEd '10) – February 2023
School of Engineering & Technology
- Steve Stermer (BS '16) – September 2022
- James Stevens, (BS '20) – January 2022
- Matt Tolentino (MS '04) – May 2020
School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences
- Courtney Acoff (BA '10) – December 2021
- Omari Amili (BA '14, MA '16) – June 2020
- Nick Brooks (BA '16) – October 2023
- Nadia Caldwell (BA '16) – October 2022
- Paolo Campbell (BA '10) – May 2022
- Jeff Dade (BA '11, MACP '20) – April 2022
- Joseph Evans (BA '00) – January 2023
- Mark Glenn (BA '95, MSW '01) – April 2020
- Ngoma Howard (BA '98) – January 2021
- Michael Jordan (BA '14) – February 2022
- Chana Lawson (BA '07) – May 2020
- Bonita Lee (SIAS '06) – December 2023
- Alicia Porter (MEd '10) – February 2023
- Mohamed Rashed (BA/BABA '11) – October 2021
- Ty Reed (BA '98, MBA '09) – November 2021
- Dee Sonntag (BA '13) – January 2024
- Angela Suresh (BA '17) – December 2020
- Nuk Suwanchote (BA '17) – May 2024
- Jeremy Williams (BA '14) – April 2024
School of Nursing & Healthcare Leadership
- Peterson Chum (BA '14) – May 2021
School of Social Work & Criminal Justice
- Alishia Agee-Cooper (MSW '17) – October 2023
- Mark Glenn (BA '95, MSW '01) – April 2020
- Armando Mejia (BASW '08, MSW '11) – June 2020
- Josette D. Parker, LICSW, CDVT (MSW '11) – November 2020
- Jonathan Teeter (BA '15) – April 2021
School of Urban Studies
- Nick Brooks (BA '16) – October 2023
- Jeff Dade (BA '11, MACP '20) – April 2022