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Best of 2023 story round up at UW Tacoma

Together, We Are Doing Great Things

December 22, 2023

Twelve stories from 2023 illuminate a year of growth and accomplishments at UW Tacoma.

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As we reach the end of 2023, we wanted to share some of the stories that we feel best illustrate UW Tacoma’s enduring commitment to the success of our students and the well-being of the South Sound region.

The dozen stories highlighted below are just the beginning. You can take a deep dive into our 2023 archive here.

Our heartfelt thanks to all those who join with us to build a bright future for Tacoma, our region and the world!

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