News Stories by Elizabeth Metcalf

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Elizabeth Metcalf

Director of Communications

emetcal@uw.edu

253-692-4536

News Stories

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A rendering of what UW Tacoma’s open public spaces could look like as part of the vision outlined in its campus master plan.

UW Tacoma selects Maslow's Campus Communities as development partner for on-campus student housing and dining project

The selection follows a competitive request for qualifications and proposals process that attracted multiple teams interested in partnering with the university on the first major project to move forward under its campus master plan.

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UW Tacoma student Nevaeh Wright speaks into a microphone during a new student orientation on campus.

Micro Internships, Major Impact

UW Tacoma’s Internship Prep Cohort offers a four-week, real-world experience that helps students build skills, gain confidence and get ready for their next big opportunity.

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A photo of UW Tacoma's grand staircase during Husky Fest 2026.

Husky Fest brings block party energy to UW Tacoma

The annual block party invited newly admitted students and the South Sound community to experience UW Tacoma through a lively, festive celebration.

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A rendering of what UW Tacoma’s revitalized campus core could look like as part of the vision outlined in its new campus master plan.

What’s Next?

With its new campus master plan now complete, UW Tacoma is getting ready to enter a new chapter marked by opportunity and transformation.

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Group of participants standing around a table, reviewing and marking up a large paper map with pens and notes during a collaborative design workshop in a classroom setting.

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Campus Planning

Students and faculty in UW Tacoma’s Urban Studies and Civil Engineering programs turned the campus master plan into a career‑connected learning opportunity.

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An aerial map shows how UW Tacoma plans to expand its footprint to Tacoma Avenue and toward the Hilltop neighborhood.

Designing Downtown Tacoma’s Largest Park

Featuring new green spaces and pedestrian walkways, UW Tacoma’s campus master plan will transform the university into Downtown Tacoma’s largest park — creating a major amenity for both campus and the community to enjoy.

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An interactive engagement board on an easel, covered with colorful sticky notes and speech-bubble graphics, displayed in an indoor public space.

Of, For and By Tacoma

Developed in partnership with campus and community leaders, UW Tacoma’s new master plan charts a course for meeting the South Sound’s evolving needs.

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A rendering of what the view to Mount Rainier could look like as part of the vision outlined in UW Tacoma's new campus master plan.

Growing Up the Hill

UW Tacoma’s new campus master plan charts an exciting path forward, guiding the university’s next chapter of growth and opportunity.

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Six UW Tacoma students named to 2026 ‘Husky 100’

United by a shared commitment to leadership and serving their communities, UW Tacoma’s Husky 100 honorees exemplify the very best of the Husky spirit.

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A group photo captured at the EDB's 2026 Annual Meeting.

Strickland Fellowship for Career Pathways recognized among top local projects by Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County

UW Tacoma’s Strickland Fellowship for Career Pathways program was named one of the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County’s “Excellent 10,” an annual recognition of projects making a meaningful impact on the region’s economic growth.

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