A new program at the University of Washington Tacoma will pair talented students with local agencies and businesses for year-long paid internships that emphasize community-based learning.
The 2013 BLA will recognize Richard Brandsma of Sound Credit Union, Janine Terrano of Topia Technology, Joseph Wilczek of Franciscan Health System, Michael Slevin of the City of Tacoma, Brian Sonntag with a lifetime achievement award.
Patti Taylor, '93, '96, is one of two recipients of UW's first Distinguished Veteran Alumni award. She was one of the first graduates of UW Tacoma's Nursing program.
Social Work professor Rich Furman is the 2012 recipient of the Partners in Advancing International Education award from the Council on Social Work Education.
Krista Haugen, '98, is the recipient of the 2012 UW Tacoma Distinguished Alumni Award, recognizing her career as a flight nurse with Airlift NW and her work with the Survivors Network for Air and Surface Medical Transport.