Yes, Glitter Really is Bad for the Environment
Joel Baker, professor and science director of the Center for Urban Waters, says that glitter is a constituent of microplastic pollution in the ocean.
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Education changed her life. Now, it's her life's work
As a student, Diana Algomeda (BA '19, M.Ed. '22) emerged as a compassionate and effective leader on campus. Today, as the latest recipient of UW Tacoma’s Distinguished Alumni Award, she continues to champion equitable access to education through her career.
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Where curiosity meets community
At UW Tacoma, undergraduate students have ample opportunities to engage in research that tackles complex questions and creates tangible community solutions.
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UW Tacoma researcher earns NSF CAREER Award for developing innovative cryopreservation technologies
Associate Professor Zhiquan (Andy) Shu’s work in organ preservation has earned national recognition for improving access to life-saving transplants.
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