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Names of UW Tacoma Class of 2020 overlaying a scene from campus

Congratulations, Graduates!

June 11, 2020

On June 13, we celebrate the Class of 2020 with a one-of-a-kind virtual ceremony. Read and hear some of their stories.

UW Tacoma Professor Divya McMillin

The Builder

October 31, 2019

Professor Divya McMillin doesn't wield a hammer but her ideas have helped shaped UW Tacoma's mission.

The UW Tacoma Six

April 16, 2019

Meet the six UW Tacoma scholars who are part of the 2019 Husky 100. These intrepid students are making the most of their time at UW.

An electric, glowing Husky waits expectantly in UW Tacoma's TPS building.

The Best Stories of 2018

December 21, 2018

From world-changing wheelchairs to a compassionate coyote whisperer and lots in between, the best stories of 2018 shine a light on UW Tacoma's urban-serving mission.

UW Tacoma's Alexis Wheeler bounces a plastic globe into the air.

World Wide Wheeler

December 19, 2018

Alexis Wheeler's experience as a scholar, lawyer, ranch hand and world traveler fits well into the work she does as program coordinator for the Institute for Global Engagement.

Lady in seahawks scarf stands on campus

Staff Story: Lynn Hermanson

December 14, 2018

Lynn Hermanson goes by many titles: wife, mother, teacher, counselor, and confidant. As assistant director of UW Tacoma’s Institute for Global Engagement and the Global Honors Program, she says she often thinks of herself as a “GPS for students in higher education,” helping students—many of whom are first-generation college-goers like herself—find success on their own terms.

UW Tacoma student Long Tran uses his hands to frame the "W"

Critical Lens

February 7, 2018

UW Tacoma students are using film to talk about social justice issues.

#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.

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