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Kayesee Schermerhorn, '17, Law & Policy

A class in sociology changed Kayesee Schermerhorn's worldview, leading her to choose law and policy as a major, and ultimately leading to the Husky 100.

June 9, 2017

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Anna Nepomuceno, '17, Politics, Philosophy & Economics

At first she wanted to be a 'spin doctor,' but Anna Nepomuceno quickly realized her interest lay in politics and legislation. Now she wants to be an inspiration to and advocate for other women.

June 9, 2017

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Ashley Righetti, '17, Psychology

A first-generation college student and one of the Husky 100, Ashley Righetti plans to pursue a Ph.D. in clinical psychology.

June 9, 2017

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Jacob Nau, '17, Writing Studies

Graduating senior Jacob Nau developed an idea for a literary journal on homelessness with his classmates in Abby Murray's editing and publishing class. Now the journal is online, in print and on the streets.

June 1, 2017

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Van Huynh: The Kindness of a Smile

Van Huynh, '18 B.S. Nursing, had an experience with a surly nurse which became a turning point, setting her on the way to becoming a leader in health care.

March 30, 2017

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Omari Amili: Breaking the Cycle

UW Tacoma alumnus Omari Amili tells in his own words how obtaining an education "opened doors for me that I never knew existed and helped me find a purpose in life."

March 22, 2017

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Reggina Harper's Journey to the Husky 100

Alumna Reggina "Reggie" Harper, '17, writes about her educational journey, being named to the Husky 100 and how she got the most out of her time at UW Tacoma.

December 8, 2016