Partnow brings light to new supporter of immigration reform
Journalism lecturer and one of the founders of The Seattle Globalist, Jessica Partnow reported about an unexpected group that is entering the debate over immigration reform. In a story broadcast for KOUW’s immigration series, Partnow highlights the growing support on…
Hall of Fame member Mike Peringer retiring in a big way
Mike Peringer (B.A., 1957) has a long list of impressive accomplishments to back up his well-deserved retirement fan fest at the Safeco Diamond Club next Thursday afternoon. The event includes a buffet luncheon, an all-star “roaster” (featuring dignitaries, colleagues, family…
Auction Funds: How do they help?
As the 4th annual Spring Fundraiser quickly approaches, we wanted to share a few stories about how the money raised at past auctions has helped students and their endeavors: The Olympia Legislative Reporting Internship Program gives practical training to students…
Fifteen years of research culminates in McChesney’s (’86 and ’89) new book
Alumnus Bob McChesney (B.A., 1986 and Ph.D., 1989), who was also inducted into the UW Communication Hall of Fame in 2010, has a new book out that is receiving national attention from scholars, tech-savvy individuals, and anyone concerned with the…
Jim Riswold (B.A., 1983) joins legendary advertising geniuses in The One Club Creative Hall of Fame
As highlighted in the Perspectives Newsletter from the College of Arts and Sciences, alum Jim Riswold (BA, philosophy, communication, history, 1983) was inducted into The One Club Creative Hall of Fame in January that honors outstanding contributors to the field…
Make yourself more marketable: Land your dream job
Wednesday, March 6, 2013: Make yourself more marketable: Land your dream job 5-6:30 p.m. CMU 126 RSVP: vsprang@uw.edu Companies look at your individual experiences as only one part of the whole package. Are you sharing the right information? Join to…
Senior Lecturer Mike Henderson retires after 19 years
When students think about UW’s journalism program, one particular lecturer comes to mind. This educator is Mike Henderson, known for his unique sense of humor and ability to impart knowledge to students, thereby creating better writers. After a 19-year tenure,…
