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Stardew Valley, created by Eric Barone, '11

Eric Barone, '11, Created Stardew Valley All By Himself

March 21, 2018

After Eric Barone completed his degree in computer science and systems in 2011, he spent four years working seven days per week, 10-12 hours per day, developing Stardew Valley, one of the most successful indie games ever.

UW Tacoma alumnus Jacob Nau stands outside Tioga library.

Being the Spark

February 23, 2018

UW Tacoma alumnus Jacob Nau and SIAS lecturer Abby Murray are among the recipients of local Spark Grants.

Wedding bouquet of Carlos Colmenares and Elidia Gonzalez, two UW Tacoma alumni.

Law of Attraction

February 14, 2018

Two UW Tacoma alumni found love in an unlikely place: a criminal justice course.

Heidi Vladyka holds a wheelchair.

Social Mobility

January 3, 2018

A study abroad program changed Heidi Vladyka's life and the lives of people in Mexico who need access to sustainable mobility.

Students form a human "W"

The Best Stories of 2017

December 14, 2017

From river piracy to the kindness of a smile, stories convey the many ways people connect with UW Tacoma's urban-serving mission.

#UWTGives November 28, 2017

Giving Tuesday and You

November 21, 2017

Your thoughtful gift on or before November 28 can make all the difference for students.

Flags on display at UW Tacoma campus mark 2017 Veterans Day

Honoring All Who Served

November 7, 2017

A display of flags along UW Tacoma's Prairie Line Trail honors the nation's veterans and commemorates those lost in the Vietnam War.

Wes Carter, '15

From Classroom to Boardroom

October 24, 2017

Years after an important encounter steered Wes Carter, '15, away from gangs, he is board president of the organization that made that encounter possible, courtesy of UW Tacoma's Board Governance course.

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