University of Washington Bothell

06/24/2026

Bound by purple.

06/23/2026

Each year, the University of Washington Bothell recognizes two student civic leaders with the Chancellor’s Student Civic Leadership Awards. Sponsored by the Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good, this award acknowledges students who address critical issues on campus and in their communities through service and social entrepreneurship.

UW Bothell Chancellor Kristin G. Esterberg announced that the 2026 recipients are Aamena Ellithy (Law, Economics & Public Policy ’26) and Alondra Guzman (Educational Studies ’26).

Award acknowledges students who address critical issues on campus and in their communities through service and social entrepreneurship.

06/22/2026

Did you know it can take more than 23 minutes to fully return to a task after an interruption?

A recent article highlights the concept of "attention residue," a term coined by UW Bothell professor Sophie Leroy, and explores how task switching can impact focus and productivity.

Read more on the Silicon Canals website.

06/22/2026

Faculty member gets mentor award for exemplary work “fostering an environment where undergraduate researchers are treated as genuine collaborators.”

Faculty member gets mentor award for exemplary work “fostering an environment where undergraduate researchers are treated as genuine collaborators.”

06/19/2026

Today, UW Bothell recognizes Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and honoring the enduring contributions of Black Americans to our communities, culture and country.
Juneteenth is a time to reflect on our shared history, celebrate progress and recommit ourselves to building a future where every person is treated with dignity, has access to opportunity and can fully participate in our community.

06/18/2026

Behind every graduate is a community of people who helped make the journey possible.

Before crossing the stage at Commencement, UW Bothell graduates took a moment to thank the family members, friends, faculty and staff who supported them along the way.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 and to everyone who helped them get here.

UW Bothell graduates took a moment to send a message to the people ...

06/17/2026

A W in the wild.

06/15/2026

In honor of Pride Month, join Dr. Veronica Cassone McGowan on June 25th to explore the incredible diversity of gender and sexuality in the natural world.

Through engaging data, case studies, and scientific perspectives, this event will examine the many forms and functions of sexuality in nature while exploring how social and political contexts have shaped scientific understanding over time.

Learn more through the Burke Museum's online resources and join us for this special talk with Dr. Veronica Cassone McGowan.

06/15/2026

Today, more than 2,000 graduates joined the UW Bothell alumni community. As they cross the stage and begin their next chapter, they become part of a network of more than 35,000 alumni who are working, teaching, creating and making a difference in their communities. Congratulations, Class of 2026. We are proud to welcome you as UW Bothell alumni.

06/12/2026

2 days until Commencement!

This picture captures exactly how excited we are for the Class of 2026!

Get ready to cross the stage, celebrate with family and friends, and make memories that will last a lifetime. The countdown is on, Huskies!