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Cindy Sohyun Park
Bachelor of Science Nursing
Cindy Sohyun Park
Bachelor of Science Nursing
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Finishing my degree! Graduating :)
Thesis: Covid-19 Pandemic Effects on UW Nursing Students
-I am excited to start my next journey in nursing by attending Johns Hopkins University and their Family Nurse Practitioner program
-I was happy to spend time as BSN curriculum chair for my cohort and advocating for my cohort by facilitating conversations with faculty and professors
-I enjoyed being a part of many clubs such as SON dawgs Husky Nurse Camp and Future Nurses club. Both programs allowed me to see the potential in many students as future Husky nurses.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Ari N Geary-Teeter
Biology and Philosophy
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Biology and Philosophy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I studied abroad in Peru in Summer 2019 with a really great group of people. We worked hard on our research projects in the Amazon rainforest and had a lot of fun doing it. I'll never forget that experience and the community I got to be a part of.
I took a lot of interesting classes and did a lot of interesting research. I was involved in leadership, several RSOs, and I studied abroad. I'm particularly interested in ecology, ethics, and the intersection between them.
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Sarah Cooper
Neuroscience
Sarah Cooper
Neuroscience
Comparative History of Ideas
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting the opportunity to present a poster at the Society for Neuroscience Annual Conference this past Fall in Chicago.
Thesis: Stimulation Rebound in Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Tremor
Hi, my name is Sarah and I am a graduate of the UW Honors Program! While at the University of Washington, I got involved in research through the BioRobotics Lab, and throughout my time here I explored and expanded my interest in the many facets of neuroscience through a combination of research and my major classes. I will be attending Vanderbilt University in the Fall to pursue a PhD through their Neuroscience graduate program. I am grateful for the many experiences that made my time at UW so special, from studying abroad in Italy the summer going into my Junior year, to being a member of UW Chorale for all four years here as I found a meaningful sense of community and a way to keep music in my life during my college years. I will never stop being grateful for all the incredible people who have touched my life here and made UW a place that will always hold a special place in my heart!
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Meena Sethuraman
Neurobiology
Meena Sethuraman
Neurobiology
Music
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: I am proud of the research I have done at UW! Being named a Mary Gates Research Scholar and a Levinson Emerging Scholar validated my identity as a scientist and a researcher.
These last four years at UW taught me how to be an engaged learner, an analytical researcher, a selfless caregiver, and a passionate student. My significant research experiences shaped my excitement for science, something that was graciously supported by the Mary Gates Research Scholarship and the Levinson Emerging Scholar Award. My service activities outside the classroom were most meaningful to me because of the opportunities I had to work together with people in my community on amazing projects. I hope to take the skills I have learned at UW and use them to create positive change in the world.
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Zoe Moser
Psycholgy
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Psycholgy
Informatics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was submitting a very vulnerable essay about my "personal philosophy" in an Honors class that I had thought was out of my wheelhouse. I received the most thoughtful, positive feedback to my writing (that I have kept to this day), encouraging me to share this essay with friends and family. The pride I felt reading the feedback from my professor, as well as my friends and family, motivated me to share my creations more.
My name is Zoe Moser, and I'm graduating from the UW with a major in Psychology and minor in Informatics. Throughout my years at UW, I have been lucky enough to be involved in activities that have shaped my college experience, prepared me for the future, and helped me grow into the person I am today. Interdisciplinary Honors has provided me with many opportunities that I attribute to that growth, as well as the importance of reflection while doing so. Check out my Honors Portfolio to read more about how Interdisciplinary Honors has impacted my life!
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Nicholas Philip Radulovich
Physiology (B.S), French Honors (B.A)
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Physiology (B.S), French Honors (B.A)
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment has been establishing the UW Eye Club; an organization that promotes vision care awareness and related philanthropic opportunities.
Thesis: The evolution of French in a province surrounded by English
My Website radnick9@gmail.comI have always had an interest for the complexities of the human. My passion has guided me towards a career in healthcare. In particular, i’ve found the technical aspects of surgery to be most appealing. After conducting research for over three years, i’ve come to appreciate the finer details of biology and how fascinating the life sciences can be. I was honored to be chosen twice as a Mary Gates scholar for my research. Sharing my research with others at the Undergraduate Research Symposium has been quite a memorable experience for me, where I’ve been able to converse with individuals and observe their diverse research interests. It was quite an inspiring event where I learned about the amazing work being done at the UW. Moreover, completing a dual-degree has given me the privilege to learn about two completely different studies, while still integrating them into my daily life. I’ve found that French gets me to think about every other educational aspect that Physiology cannot cover solely by itself. Whether it may be the practicality of learning the language itself, global and cultural history, or even philosophy and literature, I’ve felt like French has been a significant contributor in providing me a well-round education. I am eager to begin the next stage of my educational journey. Currently, I am completing my remote EMT training with the intent of joining my local county’s emergency services department and their search and rescue crew. Through this, I am hoping to gain useful life experience before I attend medical school.
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Kisho M Fukuoka
Neuroscience
Kisho M Fukuoka
Neuroscience
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Being able to spend study abroad and make lifelong friends in Leon, Spain and Tokyo, Japan.
My Website kishofukuoka@hotmail.comFrom friends, memories, and classes, my 4 years as a Husky has been amazing. UW has allowed me to explore my interests and learn so much more than I had ever imagined. My major has piqued my interest in medicine and I plan on traveling while applying to medical school this year.
Thanks to my family, friends, and mentors that made my experience possible.
Go Dawgs!
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Indigo A Doll
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Environmental Science and Resource Management
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proud of all the opportunities I have taken to give back to my community.
Thesis: Effects of Regenerative Agriculture on Soil Health
I would like to make large-scale impacts in the world of environmentalism. I have been so grateful for the opportunities I have been given at the University of Washington. The most notable is simply access to the amazing outdoors of the pacific northwest. My program allowed me to spend so much time among the trees where I am happiest!
Thank you to everyone I've met along the way and to all of those who have made me into the woman I am today. I could not have achieved this without all of you.
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Bridger Machus
Natural and Environmental Resource Management
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Natural and Environmental Resource Management
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My entire college career has been a moment of pride for me, my mother always dreamed of seeing me attending UW as a continuation of her legacy, but never got the chance. This was because she passed away my junior year of high school from cancer. I spent a great deal of time in mourning but once I saw a future at UW I knew I had to make her dream a reality. Now that it's 2018 and my graduation year, I truly feel like I’ve make her proud as well as myself.
Thesis: The Effects of Pond-Leveler Devices on Salmon Migration through Restored Riverine Beaver Pond Complexes
Born and raised on Lake Chelan, Washington, I followed in my mother’s footsteps and became a UW student, pursuing a degree in Natural and Environmental Resource Management. Since then I have accomplished a great deal, from my thesis looking at salmon migration sponsored by King County, to my role in refounding Acacia Fraternity, I have seen a lot of success at UW. This can be greatly attested to the brilliant staff here, along with the support of my friends and family over these 4 years. I plan to use my newfound understanding and knowledge to pursue a career in resource conservation, beginning with a seasonal job with the Forest Service this summer in the eastern Cascades and continuing with a trip to Bali, Indonesia to volunteer in turtle conservation. With the foundation UW has helped me lay I look forward to the rest of my life, continuing my education with my every pursuit.
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Michael Neal
Communications
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Communications
Diversity & Business
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Making the Dean's List with a 3.8 GPA while taking 19 credits.
Thesis: Black Student-Athletes' Experience at Predominantly White Institutes
I am a former full-scholarship Tight End for the UW football team. I struggled in school for my first 2.5 years of college because I didn't care about school and never believed I could succeed. I made a switch in my approach to school late in my sophomore year, in the midst of battling through multiple injuries.
I turned my entire academic experience around starting from ground zero. I didn't know how to study or what studying really looked like. After turning my grades around from 2.6s to now 3.7s+, I am now driven to set the example for other Black student-athletes and people of color in general. I will continue to break barriers that were set in front of Black students, in particular, Black student-athletes, of what we can and can't do.
My accomplishments are as follows:
1. Securing an internship with Amazon Web Services as a Product Marketing Intern
2. Student Athlete Leadership Forum, PAC 12 Representative:
Selected as one of two student athletes conference wide to represent the PAC 12 in Orlando, Florida3. Sigma Leadership Conference, Motivational Keynote Speaker:
Spoke to a group of minorities, 9th-12th grade, about what it takes to be successful and excel not only in college but as a future business leader4. Student Athlete Leadership Team, UW Athletics Representative:
Selected to represent UW athletics regarding athlete legislation at NCAA conference5. UW Board of Regents Representative
Selected to represent all UW student-athletes to talk about the student-athlete experience in both academics and sports6. Husky Leadership Academy - Executive Leadership Certificate recipient:
One-year designed to challenge UW student-athletes through coursework in leadership competencies and experiences. Provides participants with tools to effectively lead themselves and others, navigate challenging environments, and empower others to lead.7. Washington Student Athlete Advisory Committee (WSAAC):
Gave input on NCAA legislation centered on Division I athletics; serves as the voice of the student-athlete at the University of Washington on how to improve our communityDepartmental HonorsTags:
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Madeline O'Dwyer
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Madeline O'Dwyer
Environmental Science and Resource Management
French
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments has been when I represented UW at an international conference and had the opportunity to sharing my research.
Thesis: Winter under-ice patterns of greenhouse gases in lakes of interior Alaska
I have had moments of great joy in the last four years of UW. Not all my moments were as joyful as others but there were certain parts of my UW life that kept my spirits high against the coursework and winter weather of UW. Working in David Butman's lab pushed me out of multiple comfort zones and as a result gave me one of the most steady and consistent parts of my UW career. I have to thank UW Women's Rugby for giving me a community which turned into forever friends and best roommates. Lastly, I loved all of my ESRM classes and I have treasured this experience that started with an interest and grew into a passion making me not only a scientist but more of a steward of the Earth.
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Julia R Bauman
Neurobiology
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Neurobiology
Philosophy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Being selected as a finalist for the Marshall Scholarship.
Thesis: Associations between depression, traumatic brain injury, and cognitively-defined late-onset Alzheimer clinical syndrome subgroups
I intend to pursue a career in research and medicine. Following graduation, I am moving to Boston to work as a research associate at the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT, where I will study functional cancer genomics.
Outside of school/work, my favorite hobbies are running, reading, and playing the piano.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Adree Songco-Aguas
Neurobiology
Adree Songco-Aguas
Neurobiology
Applied Math
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: I was very proud when our manuscript on rod-cone retinal signals was approved for publication in Annual Reviews. It will be my first scientific paper.
My WebsiteIn 2014, UW Honors welcomed me with the Betty Eberharter Scholarship. Since then I joined Dr. Fred Rieke’s lab and became particularly interested in the retinal computations behind human vision. The combined generosity of Fred’s lab, Honors, UW GenOM, and UW Computational Neuroscience has yielded many amazing opportunities I would’ve thought impossible with my EOP status: including studying surrealism in France, presenting work at several conferences, and teaching a lab skills class to incoming freshmen.
In the coming year, I will further develop my research, and I hope one day to see our models implemented in prosthetics that restore vision for many people.
I cannot thank those who have stuck with me this whole journey enough. I know who I am because of you - nung malayug ing talakad tamu iti pauli ning makatalakad tamu karing dakal a pago ding nunu tamu.
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Yana Georgiana Chakalo
Sociology
Yana Georgiana Chakalo
Sociology
Law, Societies, and Justice
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Graduating and earning my Baccalaureate degree from the University of Washington with Departmental Honors has been my proudest moment here. It demonstrates my discipline into being a critical thinker and continuously learning. It is more than just a piece of paper earned, it is a journey in which I committed my blood, sweat, and tears to.
Thesis: “Maybe I Shouldn’t Buy a Coffee so I can Pay Off my Student Loans”: Racial Differences in the Moralization of Student Debt
yanac@uw.eduThis is me. A self portrait drawn in graphite. This portrait captures much more of who I am than a photo ever will because I created this representational image of myself, who I am, and what I see. I love drawing, painting, and sketching but I also am a child and first time University graduate of immigrant parents. I have seen and experienced many cultures and ways of life and gone through life's journey leading me here to the University of Washington. During my time here I have gained experience and educated myself in as many disciplines as possible such as art, technology, computer programming, and Sociology. All of these may seem unrelated on the surface but really they all have a connection in the way we learn as people, how we as a society and culture interact with each other, and how we as people develop our identity and sense of self. For four years at the University of Washington I explored the nuances of life, learned about various disciplines in many different fields of knowledge, which all gave greater meaning to my life and my journey for the future. Especially, as an Honors Sociology student and researcher I delved into the studies of society, culture, and people and why we create the lives that we do. Getting down and dirty into the field of social science research taught me a lot about the tendencies of society and the conceptualizations of morality. However, as I learned about other people I also learned about myself which is the greatest gift that this educational journey has given me.
Looking back on my past four years here at the University of Washington and my life I have also taken part in so many amazing positions and opportunities from working with Senator Maria Cantwell to the Seattle City Prosecutors office in the Criminal division to computer software and programming to the Honors Sociology program during my last year here. I am grateful for every single one of these experiences as they have taught me about myself and what my true passions are in life. No matter what I choose to do with my future each opportunity taught me valuable knowledge and skills that are irreplaceable.
For my future I want to incorporate all of my passions and all of these experiences together because no career, job, or area of life is isolated. Science and technology require art just like art requires ideas of science, technology, and innovation. I am excited for what is to come and everything that I will succeed in.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Yinan Xu
Psychology
Yinan Xu
Psychology
Japanese
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I participated in the UW Research Symposium, and shared great ideas and novel insights there.
Thesis: Bilingual Code-Switching and Semantic Ambiguity Resolution
The capacity and uniqueness of the human brain have always been the field that intrigues me. Four years in UW I've developed great interest and passion in human executive function, especially language and other cognitive processing. I've brought my passion in psycholinguistics into my language learning, and done research in combining cognitive psychology with human linguistic behavior. After graduation I'll continue to pursue my research interests.
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Taylor V. Halverson
Communication & Scandinavian Studies
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Communication & Scandinavian Studies
Norwegian
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Writing an hour-long play about how much I love the library, both as an invaluable public institution and a home to shenanigans, and having it performed for 3 sold out audiences.
Thesis: Happy Endings for Whom? A Narrative Analysis of Bisexual Erasure in Lesbian Romantic Comedies
My Website taylorvhalverson@gmail.comTaylor is a reformed STEM major who never imagined she would be graduating with a degree in Communication and Scandinavian Studies. If she could only keep one lesson from her college experience, it would be that you can never know how things will shake out, but if you listen to your gut you’ll be (better than) okay. While at UW she’s had the opportunity to perform an original monologue, put together a symposium on the intersections of religious identity and student life, write satire news, a short film, and even an entire play, learn (a lot of) a language, travel abroad, and spend three very formative years working the circulation desk at the Gallagher Law Library.
While she’s not sure what comes next, (she’s still trying to figure out how to balance comedy writing with a career in civil service) she’s become comfortable with not knowing. Taylor is leaving UW feeling prepared for the unpredictability of life and grateful that these four years have taught her how to trust herself.
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Laura Li
Neuroscience
Laura Li
Neuroscience
Dance
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Having a spark of curiosity in my heart and designing experiments with my research mentor. It feels ever so rewarding to know that every little step I took brings us a step closer to unlocking the secrets of nature.
Thesis: The Effect of Wnt5a Ligand on ROR2 Dimerization
tian.laura.li@hotmail.comI have always been fascinated by the complexity and diversity of the human brain and the UW’s Neuroscience Honors program gave me the opportunity to explore the field of brain science. During my time as a student, I was not only able to learn about the various aspects of neuroscience in classroom, but I was also able to gain first-hand research experiences in lab. Starting from my junior year, I joined the Barria lab here at UW studying neuronal plasticity, which is the molecular basis of learning and memory of the brain.
In the meanwhile, I have always been a passionate ballet dancer and I am very grateful for the opportunity to also minor in dance here at UW. The diverse courses in dance technique, history, and anatomy allowed me to grow into a well-rounded dancer.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Caleb Timothy Huffman
Political Science and Communication
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Political Science and Communication
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Definitely hitting the 1,000 kilometers ran marker in December, 2016. There’s a long-term New Year’s resolution that I actually kept!
Thesis: 1. Fuel on the Flame: Open-Air Drug Markets and Homicide Clusters; 2. On the Tipping Point? Open-Air Drug Markets and Homicide Rates; 3. Secular Prosperity Gospel: A Rhetorical Analysis of Donald Trump's Presidential Announcement Speech
calebh12@uw.eduCaleb Huffman graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, and with College Honors in both political science and communication. Raised in a small, rural town in the United States, Caleb overcame various socioeconomic barriers to begin studying at the local college (Running Start) at sixteen and, by eighteen, formally represented youth in state government as a member of the Washington State Legislative Youth Advisory Council, being appointed by the Lt. Governor. Caleb completed three undergraduate theses, was a Gilman Scholar, Leadership Fellow with former U.S. Senator Slade Gorton, inaugural student fellow at Georgetown’s U.S.-China Initiative, and delegate with the Forum for American/Chinese Exchange at Stanford. Caleb’s interest in China was sparked through his studies of American politics, where he learned the importance of the U.S.-China relationship in shaping international norms. Caleb is a Yenching Scholar and will study Chinese Law & Society immediately after graduating, with the goal of understanding China and its legal system better, with the goal of obtaining an American J.D. and entering the realm of international law. His interest in law can be traced back to Professor Theo Myhre's Honors Introduction to American Law course, which he took autumn quarter of his Freshmen year.
At UW, Caleb served as President of Pi Sigma Alpha (the Political Science National Honors Society), the Student Director for Veritas at UW, a Peer Educator with Honors, a UWAA Student Ambassador, and a tour guide (all four years) with the Office of Admissions. He received over a dozen merit scholarships with a combined worth of more than $40,000, allowing him to study abroad three times with UW, including with Honors to Rome, Italy -- the very first time he ever left the country.
Personally, Caleb is an amateur coffee fan, runner, and, his senior year, lived in the International Friendship House at University Presbyterian Church with housemates from around the world.
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Zoe Natasha Shadan
Communication; Political Science
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Communication; Political Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Among all the small moments like trying new things and taking challenging courses that I am proud of, the memory of reading the first article I got published and printed in The Daily my freshman year was a very exciting and proud moment.
Thesis: The Progression of Presidential Speeches Over the Course of Operation Enduring Freedom
znshadan@gmail.comI moved to Seattle from San Diego with a readiness to try new things, meet new people, and learn and challenge myself as much as I could. Even with the eagerness I had as a young freshman, the people, personal growth, challenges, and experiences these past four years brought me were more than I could have ever expected. My passion for people, social and political justice, and writing grew, and inspired me to double major in both Communication and Political Science. For nearly a year and a half I wrote for The Daily, exploring topics in wellness, politics, sustainability, and entertainment that let me dip my toes into journalism. In my second year, I acted as a constitutive member and network ambassador for the UW Sustainability Action Network, headed by Lance Bennett, where my team and I worked to build a platform for various student organizations to collaborate and build a movement towards social, political, economic, and environmental sustainability. Then came my third year where I fulfilled a dream I dreamt when I was just a kid, and that was to live in Paris, France. My exchange brought me to studying at The Paris Institute of Political Studies, where I took courses in strategies and ethics of war, rhetoric in the French political system, and EU integration, amongst many other topics. I was able to ameliorate my French and German language skills, travel across Western and Eastern Europe both with others and independently, and meet people from all different cultural and academic backgrounds. The year reaffirmed my passion for diversity, culture, languages, and conversation rooted in listening and sharing experiences and perspectives. This affirmation encouraged me to pursue a thesis under the Department of Communication during my fourth year, where my ultimate research topic aimed to critically analyze the extent to which American exceptionalism exists and plays a role in political relations. The result was focused on comparing presidential speeches throughout Operation Enduring Freedom, speaking more narrowly to the differences between presidential communication, and suggested further explorations in assessing the purpose of political partisanship. In this past year, I also had the pleasure of working at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center, working with UW students, faculty, and staff in familiarizing themselves with and strengthening their writing processes.
While my plans after graduation are yet to be determined, I am hoping to find a position in the non-profit sector where I can apply what I have learned these past four years, and will continue to learn as I transition from student to professional, to change-making and cause-oriented work.
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Conner S Hansen
Computer Science, Mathematics
Conner S Hansen
Computer Science, Mathematics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: The quantum computing course I took senior year is a point of pride for me--not because of any particular personal achievement but because it is a fascinating subject that very few people ever learn about.
I came to UW with my heart already set on studying computer science, and after four years I can say it was absolutely the right choice. Both within and without the honors department, I've met great people and had access to awesome educational opportunities. After graduation, I'm moving across the bay to join Seattle's growing army of software developers. I'm grateful to the University and to the honors department for allowing me to turn my passion into a career.
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Jeffrey Potasky
Computer Science
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Computer Science
Mathematics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moments at the University of Washington were: 1) getting invited to join the Phi Beta Kappa national honor society; 2) finishing my 14 page final paper for my Disenchantment of the West class.
Jeffrey has spent his four years at the University of Washington not only training for a career in computer science, but also enriching his knowledge in as many areas as he could. Some of the highlights of his time at the university were analyzing classic Japanese Cinema, learning about the search for extraterrestrial life in Astrobiology, and studying Latin.
For two summers, Jeffrey shared his interest with technology as an instructor with the local company, Coding with Kids, where he taught elementary aged students the foundations of programming. He is currently seeking a software development position that involves all the skills he's learned at the University of Washington.
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Astrid Isabel Berge
Mathematics (Bachelor's of Science)
Astrid Isabel Berge
Mathematics (Bachelor's of Science)
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Getting accepted to my dream summer research program and then an amazing Ph.D. program!
Thesis: The spectrum of the adjacency operator on graphs
I am so honored and happy to graduate from the University of Washington. I learned so much from many different mentors and am excited to continue on in the next chapter of my life. Uncountable thanks to UW for the amazing projects, coursework and memories!
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Ximena Abigail Perez
International Studies and Spanish
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International Studies and Spanish
Portuguese Language and Luso-Brazilian Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: When I found out that Ghana's Ministry of Energy adopted two policy recommendations from my undergrad Donald C. Hellmann Task Force Program 2020 report on Sub-Saharan Africa renewable energies into the country's new Draft National Energy Policy!
I am a graduating senior and a first-generation college student. One of my favorite experiences at UW was traveling to Brazil through the FLAS fellowship. With that experience, I confirmed how much I love learning languages and engaging with people from cultures different than mine. I'm excited to keep learning and growing in the areas of literature and diplomacy.
I will always be grateful for being part of the Jackson School of International Studies and the Spanish Department and for the amazing friends and teachers that I met through my undergraduate studies.
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Daniel C Brock
Biochemistry, Biology (Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental)
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Biochemistry, Biology (Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental)
Chemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was when I got to present my research at an international conference in Vancouver! Later that year, I also got to publish my research in an academic peer-reviewed journal, which was very rewarding.
Thesis: Mitochondrial Biogenesis in Zebrafish Cone Photoreceptors
Daniel Brock is a graduating senior majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology. Daniel works in the Brockerhoff lab studying circadian rhythm and stress responses in the mitochondria of cone cells in the zebrafish retina. After graduation, Daniel is going to spend 2 years at the NIH in the lab of Dr. Rosandra Kaplan, researching genetically engineered myeloid cells to make the immune system better at fighting metastatic cancer. Eventually, Daniel plans on becoming a physician scientist. In his spare time, Daniel enjoys photography, video games, and watching movies.
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Jeffrey Adair Taylor-Kantz
Public Health - Global Health
Jeffrey Adair Taylor-Kantz
Public Health - Global Health
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Realizing that the field I chose to study is an extremely critical service in our world right now.
My Website taylojef@gmail.comI am now graduating with my Bachelor of Science in Public Health -Global Health. I'm studying to be an epidemiologist and will be attending graduate school here at UW in the Department of Epidemiology starting in autumn. I'm a laid back guy who loves reading, long walks, and longer conversations. I am very thankful to all of the people who have supported me over the years. I am proud to be graduating with everyone now, and I wish my fellows all possible luck and skill in their next steps.
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Abigayil Talkington
Comparative History of Ideas, Economics
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Comparative History of Ideas, Economics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: As a state need grant recipient myself, I am most proud of the passing of HB 2158, which secures funding to exempt students with families that make under 50K from paying tuition in any higher education institution in the state. It is the first successful free college tuition program of its kind and it makes me proud of the collective work we did to make this happen as Higher Ed advocates!!
Thesis: Neoliberalism: An ineffective Shorthand
The relationships CHID (Comparative History of Ideas) allowed me to develop abroad while researching in Argentina and Sardinia launched me into the organizing work I have been involved in while at the UW. During college I could be found in every corner of campus as a Resident Advisor, tutoring for the Economics Board, meeting with the Dean on a college council, leading a CHID focus group, mentoring students in UWL, and organizing lobbying related activities to advocate for student issues at the State Legislature. Outside of campus, I sought to apply the perspective I'd gained from economics and critical theory from the social justice lens of CHID into my professional development, the most formative of which was organizing an international conference for a nonprofit focused on bilateral trade between Africa and the Pacific Northwest. The relationships I formed at this nonprofit, and with the African immigrant community more broadly in Seattle, led me to help execute a new leadership conference called Africa Now that has since been a large annual event on the UW's campus. Originally inspired by womxn of color visionary and speculative fiction authors, I have sought to create the world I want on my small scale as I know that it will reflect on the larger world and its functioning. From this, I know that the work the world needs to be able to respond to today's global challenges would be severely limited without visionary work and relationship building across difference.
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MaKenzie Paige Fockler
Civil Engineering
MaKenzie Paige Fockler
Civil Engineering
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: A toss up between becoming a Bonderman fellow and successfully getting water to 9 homes in rural Nicaragua.
Thesis: An Analysis and Application of Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions in Seattle
My Website makenzie.fockler@gmail.comMy time at UW helped me continue to cultivate a passion for international development work and find ways to use my engineering degree to positively impact others. As a freshman, I joined Engineers without Borders and joined the executive committee. By the end of my freshman year, I started our new international program in Tortuga, Nicaragua, where I got to lead three trips down to the community to work on water and sanitation projects before the political chaos broke out in April 2018. This organization played a huge role in my time at UW and I served as President during my senior year. I also volunteered by teaching an English class to immigrants, refugees, and visiting scholars for over a year at an institution near campus. I spent a few summers serving as a camp counselor at Dunes Bible Camp in Ocean Park, WA and interned at RH2 Engineering as part of their water and sanitation group.
During Winter quarter of my senior year, I studied abroad in Bangalore, India as part of the Grand Challenges Impact Lab. For the first 3 weeks, I learned about different humanitarian problems facing both India and the world as a whole, such as water scarcity, adequate sanitation, waste management, education, and sustainable building materials. Then, the other 7 weeks, I interned at APSA, an education-focused NGO based in Bangalore. I helped with career counseling and analyzing an educational computer program at a school for girls who were rescued from sex trafficking, abuse, and other tough backgrounds. For my capstone, I worked in a team to develop the plans for a start-up called the Mobile Learning Center, which combined hands-on learning and career counseling at underprivileged schools through Bangalore.
Overall, I have gotten a lot out of my time at UW and am grateful for all the experiences I have had the last four years. My next great adventure is the Bonderman Travel Fellowship, which is 8 months of solo travel that I am leaving for at the end of June. I am very honored to have been selected for this fellowship and cannot wait to leave! My potential future plans involve becoming a WASH volunteer in Peace Corps, working at a consulting engineering firm focused on water and sanitation, continuing to be involved in community-driven development projects, and maybe going to grad school to study low resource engineering.College HonorsTags:
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Alexander Michael Ratcliff
Environmental Engineering
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Environmental Engineering
Applied Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Presenting my Honors Senior project, potential water reclamation from the campus utility tunnels, to the CEE faculty and staff.
a.ratcliff529@gmail.comAs an undergraduate, I have been able to work on several projects to improve campus sustainability. I have been a project manager for UW-Solar since I was a freshman. Through the group, I have been instrumental in the installation of solar arrays on rooftops of three residence halls and the Life Sciences Building as well as supported solar system deployments in Jayuya, Puerto Rico. Additionally, I contributed to the installation of a lab water reclamation system for the Life Sciences Building, jointly completed a feasibility study for greywater reclamation systems on campus, and am completing a master study on reclaiming steam condensate and groundwater from the underground campus utility tunnels.
Upon graduation, I will be working as a mechanical engineer for PAE Consulting Engineers, Inc. I will continue to impact campus sustainability in my professional role; I will be working on the MEP design of several UW buildings that PAE is contracted to work on, such as the Population Health Facility, the UW Health Sciences Education Building, the Kincaid Hall renovation, and the UW Foster building.
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Ariela Maya Shortt Sanchez
Biology
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Biology
Dance
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Receiving the 2018 Homecoming Royalty Award
ariela.sanchez@gamil.comI am a passionate and curious individual who has developed a love for science through understanding the human body. My curiosity has led me to explore biology at the ecological, evolutionary, physiological and molecular levels but as a woman in STEM the most important skill is applying that knowledge in ways that dismantle systems of oppression and uplift communities and voices. I have spent my time at UW understanding my own identity but also the stories and complex identities of my peers. Becoming educated is one of the most special gifts in life and I could do so while also creating a community of amazing, bright, kind-hearted activists, artists, scientist, philanthropists and storytellers. I would not be graduating today if it weren't for staff and faculty who created safe spaces for curiosity and self-discovery. I could name a million folks working in UW Honors, ECC, EOP, OMAD, IC, La Raza, PISC, UW Arts Diversity Council, UW Biology, Burke Museum and Anthropology department. Just amazing people who really invest and believe in their students most importantly actively uplifting black and indigenous voices. My next steps are preparing for and applying to medical school with hopes to become a physician in the future. I hope to continue to center art forms, especially dance, as a platform in creating community, I hope to inspire more youth to pursue higher education and discover their purpose and power. I also hope to get more involved with the greater Seattle area to understand what issues people face and how to create a more caring and inviting space within healthcare. My goal is to provide healthcare to black, indigenous, LGBTQ+ and immigrant communities in which health disparities most strongly affect, I hope to collaborate with other professionals who believe in human rights and incorporate communities needs in my everyday practice.
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Dax Tate
History
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History
Political Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Winning the Outstanding Graduating Senior in History. Not only was it an honor to be recognized for this award, but it was also very heartening to hear that my professors recognized how much I appreciated their contributions to the courses I took, and felt the gratitude they deserved for teaching such fascinating and important courses.
Thesis: Collaboration Horizontale and the Agency of Women in Nazi-Occupied France
daxtate@comcast.netHi! My name is Dax, I'm graduating from UW with a degree in history. As I look back on my time here, I feel very fortunate to have found the experiences and opportunities that I have had at UW. Thanks to Husky Running Club, I was able to explore Seattle and meet many of my closest friends, and I hope I have given back to the club as the Vice President last year and as the President this year. I also had the unique opportunity to help (re)establish the Waterski Team here, and to participate on the ultimate frisbee team. All of these have been important escapes for me whenever school became too stressful, and the friends I have met here will stay with me long after I have left UW.
I academics, I am proud of my achievements in the classroom, and thankful that the history department and the honors program have allowed me to learn such a diverse array of materials. In the honors program alone, I have studied everything from Japanese-American literature and film to climate science to the history of the philosophy of science. The wide range of topics I have studied here have made me a more balanced student and, I hope, a more well-rounded individual and citizen. Next year, I will be putting these perspectives to use as I apply to graduate school in history, with the eventual hope of becoming a history professor.
Ultimately, I am happy with the balance I have struck the last four years, be it between an academic and social life or between history and poli sci. This balance has helped me to keep my sanity despite the stresses of college life, and will help me as an individual going forward. Thank you to UW and to the Interdisciplinary Honors Program for helping to make this such a positive experience!
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Samantha N Fredman
Law, Societies, and Justice
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Law, Societies, and Justice
Disability Studies
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Coming to the full realization that I had developed trusting, close relationships with the faculty that I felt most attached to and inspired by
Thesis: “Hurt People Keep Hurting:” Trauma Informed Care in Young Adult Homelessness Services
My WebsiteI am an aspiring doctor most passionate about equity, justice, and accessibility of essential services. I am most passionate about building a world that deeply understands, or even simply acknowledges, the different challenges people face as a result of dehumanizing systems and structures; a world that intentionally centers relationships and encourages empathetic relations as an act of radical interdependence.
I currently work to promote housing equity through my work in emergency shelters providing basic necessities to unsheltered young adults. I am driven by my relationships with young people and excited about the change we can promote through developing healing centered trauma-informed practices.
Even though the last few paragraphs may have spoken otherwise, I very rarely take myself seriously. I love to sing (and clumsily play guitar, ukelele, or tambourine), to laugh at myself, to engage in general tomfoolery, and to drink consume absurd amounts of pepper chips, coffee, and chocolate.
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Michaela Leung
Earth and Space Sciences
Michaela Leung
Earth and Space Sciences
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: In my senior year, I published a first author paper in culmination of research throughout my time in undergrad.
My WebsiteI came to UW at 15 through the Robinson Center's UW Academy for Young Scholars. In my sophomore year, I was able to explore beyond my major including doing a study abroad in Italy. I have been involved in research for much of my time at college as well as working at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center as both a tutor and peer leader. This year, I was honored to be selected as part of the 2020 Husky 100 and to be able to share my passions for science, education, and equity. In the fall, I will be starting a PhD in Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Riverside where I am excited to continue my academic and personal journeys of discovery and growth that have begun here at UW.
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Kyla Renee Bivens
Aquatic & Fishery Sciences
Kyla Renee Bivens
Aquatic & Fishery Sciences
Marine Biology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments was when I was awarded the SAFS Faculty Merit Award
Thesis: Zebrafish embryo screening to evaluate the effective removal of toxics from urban stormwater runoff using novel bioretention methods
I grew up with my two brothers and little sister in the small city of Herriman, UT where I spent my time swimming, hiking, playing soccer, riding horses, and playing the saxophone. Since I was a little girl I knew I wanted to move away to the ocean. At first, I thought that meant going to college in California but life brought me to the University of Washington, and I am so glad it did. I have loved my time at the UW. I have experienced some truly exceptional opportunities including a summer in Alaska studying salmon and a quarter at Friday Harbor collecting data from research boats and studying skates. Attending a school with 47,000+ students can be difficult but I was lucky to find community within the College of the Environment where I represented as a student ambassador for a couple of years. I am excited to jump into the next stage of my life where I hope to apply my degree in a career oriented toward environmental education and outreach to work for a sustainable future for all.
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Emily Paige Menz
B.S. Economics, B.A. Environmental Studies
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B.S. Economics, B.A. Environmental Studies
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Seeing my research on carbon sequestration in Icelandic wetlands displayed as one of seven out of 400 submissions at Odegaard Library. Also performing at the Rose Bowl with the Husky Band to support UW Football.
Thesis: A New Approach for Valuing Biodiversity: Lessons from the Peruvian Amazon
My Website emilymenz1@gmail.comI am so thankful for the opportunities that UW and the Honors program have given me over the last four years. I was lucky enough to study abroad three times on three different continents, all focused on examining environmental problems in these unique regions of the world: Iceland, Peru, and China. I participated in our spirited culture by playing trombone in the Husky Marching Band and as a team member of the UW Women's Club Soccer team. I have lived in the dorms, in the Greek Community, and off-campus. I will soon graduate with two degrees. And all of this has led me to my next step - moving to London this fall to attend the London School of Economics and pursue my MSc in Environmental Economics and Climate Change. I am looking forward to dedicating my career toward finding systemic economic and business solutions to environmental problems.
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Hailee Christine Herbst
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Hailee Christine Herbst
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Comparative Religion
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Completing a 10 day backpacking trip in the Olympic National Park
My WebsiteLover of rock climbing, hiking, being outdoors, and all the floofy dogs. Baker of granola, gardener of vegetables, and consumer of coffee. Student of biology, religion, interdisciplinary honors, and all the spaces in between.
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Jacque Li
Computer Science
Jacque Li
Computer Science
Mathematics, Diversity
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Working as a CSE Student Ambassador and unravelling the challenges of diverse and equitable technical education
In moments of pure joy, it's never the memory itself that stay with me, but rather the people in those moments are what always make me smile. As a lifelong student who is always eager to hear more about every story, I say thank you to all my peers and educators at the UW that have helped me find some semblance of direction these past four years!
As I soon enter into the real world, I hope to continue to learn from the people around me, and especially to keep learning about challenges in tech and higher education; but I also hope to find time to tap into my interests in sustainability, music, and exploring the big world around us :)
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Patricia Popp
Computer Science
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Computer Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments was hearing from my former female students whom I taught and teaching assistants whom I trained that I had inspired them to pursue a career in tech, during my 3 years serving as a CS Teaching Assistant and Teaching Assistant Coordinator.
My WebsiteHi! My name is Patty and I just graduated from the Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering with a degree in Computer Science. During my time at UW, I have had the opportunity to be very active and involved in the introductory CS TA program and research in the UW Security & Privacy Lab. In my free time, I enjoy hiking to alpine lakes, reading philosophical novels, sipping assorted teas, attending farmers markets, and exploring this beautiful world we live in. In August, I will start working at Microsoft as a Software Engineer where I will build accessible technologies that empower people. As I find myself at this peak that represents the culmination of my time at UW, I look out onto the horizon and see that there are still so many mountains left to be climbed. Thankfully, after 4 years of hard work, I am well-equipped for whatever this next part of my journey has in store. Onward to the next peak!
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Alice Lau
Communication & Education, Communities, and Organizations
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Communication & Education, Communities, and Organizations
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: When I stopped taking the math and science classes I hated and started embracing my passion for education. My educational experience at UW finally started to feel like I was doing everything right for myself.
Thesis: Japanese Incarceration: Intergenerational Communication of Trauma and Cross-Generational Effects of Incarceration on Sansei Generation as Seen Through Densho Interviews
I am passionate about educational equity, race relations, and actively engaging with social justice issues. I am grateful for the opportunity to write this honors thesis that not only illuminated how identity, trauma, and reclamation were interwoven, but also aided in deeply transforming my sense of self in relation to identity and research. I feel honored to have accepted an award for this thesis in the Communication department at UW during Asian American and Pacific Islander heritage month and Mental Health Awareness month. I wouldn't have been able to accomplish this without the support of my adviser and all the other professors who guided me through the process and gave me abundant advice. I wish to continue actively serving the communities I come from through educational or community organizations, or working within schools. Outside of school, I love to binge crime procedural dramas, catch up on anime, discover new happy hours, and plan my next travel destination.
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Emily Margaret Thomas
Chemical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I was very proud to see my group's capstone project come together
My WebsiteHi! I'm Emily Thomas! I'm excited to be studying chemical engineering at the university of Washington, and I love doing art and reading in my spare time.
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Hyejoo Ro
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Hyejoo Ro
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Quantitative Science and Marine Biology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Gaining so many great mentors in various aspects whether its professionally, academically, or life in general.
Thesis: Assessing reliance on Pacific salmon as a food source for brown bears (Ursus arctos)
hyejooro97@gmail.comI am really grateful to have various research experiences through my time at UW. I was able to help with a variety of different grad student projects, and work on my own research as well. Because of research, I've spent a lot of hours in a lab or in front of a computer screen, but what I love most about aquatic sciences are the times spent out in the field.
After spending a good chunk of my life dedicated to school, I am looking forward to seeing what's next in this upcoming chapter of life, and I hope it includes time to travel/explore.Departmental HonorsTags:
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David Hales
Chemistry (ACS cert.); Physics (Applied)
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Chemistry (ACS cert.); Physics (Applied)
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Learning enough German in 9 months to have meaningful conversations during my study abroad.
Thesis: Functionalizing Exfoliated Black Phosphorus with Rhenium Carbonyl Species
davidhales@berkeley.eduI came into UW undeclared and unsure about my academic interests. My freshman year I made some good friends in the honors general chemistry sequence and enjoyed the content so I applied to the chemistry major. I was lucky to find communities in STEM, music, and ultimate frisbee that helped me find a place in college. I'm super grateful for those communities and the all the awesome people I met through them. Spring and summer of my sophomore year I studied abroad in Heidelberg, Germany, and took classes in chemistry and German. As a lifelong introvert, my study abroad really helped to push me out of my comfort zone in a constructive way. Winter quarter of my junior year I started zooming through my double major in physics, which has been a uniquely challenging experience. At the same time, I also started research on black phosphorus chemistry as part of the Velian group. I'm thankful to Prof. Velian and all of the members of the Velian group for their patient mentorship and support as I learned what it means to be a scientist. I'm proud to graduate with departmental honors in both chemistry and physics. After graduation, I will pursue a PhD at UC Berkeley in synthetic inorganic chemistry.
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Melissa Valasky
Biology
Melissa Valasky
Biology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Joining my sorority and UW Relay for Life!
I originally came to UW for the opportunities but stayed for the people. These past four years have been incredibly humbling and have helped give me the confidence to be who I am today. I have grown so much and would not be where I am today without the support of the friends, role models, and mentors I have met along the way!
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Anirudh Ramanathan
Geography
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Geography
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: When I presented at the undergraduate research symposium. That was the moment where I really felt like all the work I was doing for my thesis had really come together. I also had the opportunity to present in front of my friends and really feel proud of the work I had done.
Thesis: Under-representations of Climate Change in the Syrian Civil War
My Website anirudhruw@gmail.comBorn and raised in the Pacific Northwest, I come from a family of Huskies. My sister graduated from the UW a few years before me and I already knew way before college applications had even started that I wanted to be a Husky too. I love spending time at the IMA, hanging out with friends at the HUB, and getting involved with RSOs like the Hiking Club or Indian Student Association. I am finishing up my degree in Geography, and I'm also studying design on the side. These past 4 years have been transformational and I can't wait for what the future has in store!
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Sydney C Bowker
Biochemistry
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Biochemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Organizing and teaching a six week intensive lab internship program for four local underprivileged high school students!
Thesis: How Does the Cell Polarity Protein Crumbs Regulate Tube Formation in Drosophila Melanogaster Egg Chambers?
sydneybowker@comcast.netHey, I'm Syd and I'm graduating with a BS in Biochemistry with departmental honors! I worked as a researcher in Genome Science's Berg Lab for all four years of college. I'm hoping to pursue a career in clinical research coordination after graduation. During my time at UW I made a some great friends and learned a lot about myself and my interests. I am proud to be a first generation student, and glad to be graduating in Seattle, the city I grew up in.
With huge thanks to my family and friends who have supported me throughout my life, and especially over the last four years.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Marissa Lorberau
English
Marissa Lorberau
English
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Reading My Poetry at the UW Bookstore
marissalorberau@gmail.comLooking back, I am immensely proud to have been able to spend the last few years at the University of Washington. I am especially grateful to the Interdisciplinary Honors program for enriching my undergraduate years with so many unique courses and opportunities. Some of my adventures have included working as a Resident Advisor, tutoring at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center, reading manuscripts for a literary agency, writing content for an online educational resource, and spending an incredible month in Rome with the UW Honors program.
Storytelling has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. Throughout my time at UW, that passion has evolved into a much richer understanding of what words can mean to people. Going forward, I hope to further cultivate my passion for stories by pursuing a career in publishing. My goal is to support diverse authorship and boost voices that are often excluded from mainstream literary narratives. Everyone has a tale to tell and I look forward to the chance to listen.
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Kimberly Christine Ruth
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I remember participating in the Putnam competition and encountering a particularly nice problem. The solution was not initially clear to me, but the problem lent itself to persistent exploration and gradual discovery, and I loved the warm feeling I had as the last pieces of the proof fell into place in my head. I was proud that I immersed myself in the problem and enjoyed the journey as well as the destination.
Thesis: Understanding and Designing for Security and Privacy in Multi-User AR Interactions
I’m completing a double degree in computer engineering and mathematics with College Honors. My Husky experience has included participating in undergraduate research since freshman year, tackling challenging math problems, volunteering to help students on their path to academic success, and stretching myself in coursework both inside and outside of my major. I care that what I build is trustworthy, that I’m cognizant of how we know what we know, and that I’m contributing to the kind of community I want to be a part of. I enjoy learning to ask good questions under ambiguous circumstances, breaking down complex problems and questions, and probing the reasons why things are true. My academic and research focus is computer security and privacy: I work to discover how to build systems better by understanding how they can be broken. Using this security mindset, I’ve had the opportunity to address emerging security and privacy challenges in augmented reality, formulating design recommendations and building tools for technologists to use in practice. I’m honored to have received several forms of recognition during my undergraduate journey, including a UW College of Engineering Dean’s Medal, Computing Research Association Undergraduate Researcher Award, Washington Research Foundation Fellowship, Goldwater Scholarship, Husky 100 Award, and Mary Gates Research and Honors Scholarships. I’m very grateful for the many mentors and supporters who have helped me along the way.
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Emma Josephine Spickard
Public Health (BS)
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Public Health (BS)
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Being named a President's 2019 Medalist was a huge honor. A close second was conquering my claustrophobia to go caving in Budapest during Study Abroad.
My Website emjspickard@gmail.comUW has been a place of phenomenal growth for me. As a Public Health major, I have been grateful to find myself passionate about the intersection of policy, politics and public health, thanks to the experiences I have had. Highlights include working with organizations like Real Change, the Homelessness Empowerment Project, and participating in Global Health Case Competitions with the Foster School of Business.
UW has also provided me with amazing communities. I have found mentors and friends through my work as a Tour Guide, Orientation Leader, Honors Peer Educator, Student Coordinator of Orientations, and as a performer with The Collective, UW's Improv Troupe.
It is with gratitude and excitement that I will be traveling on the Bonderman Fellowship July 2019-April 2020 to South America and Southeast Asia. Upon my return, I look forward to pursuing a career creating meaningful health and economic policy.
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Shannon Gu
Biology: Physiology
Shannon Gu
Biology: Physiology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Planning the Chinese Student Association's 52nd Annual Lunar New Year Gala during my senior year.
I came to UW with the mindset that college was a blank slate; being in a place where no one knew me was liberating, for it allowed me to freely pursue my interests and passions without being restrained by other people's expectations. What I didn't expect were the opportunities that came my way and how much I would learn and grow from each of those opportunities. Many of my classes, both in my major and in the Honors Program, encouraged independent study and allowed me to integrate my personal experiences into the content I was learning. Outside of the classroom, I built my leadership experience from scratch, helped found a travel magazine with a group of friends freshman year (it's still going strong!), became involved in mental health advocacy, and found a community (and second family) in the Chinese Student Association. I used to be overly focused on racking up achievements that would look impressive on resumes or applications, but quickly realized that such a mindset was extremely draining and made it much harder for me to articulate the meaning I gained from each experience. Letting go of the need for prestige or recognition and pursuing opportunities simply because they interested me made me much happier, and it actually propelled me to better success. Now, at the end of college, I am a more confident, engaged, and mindful person, and I’m truly grateful for all of the opportunities I've had.
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Shih-Hsuan Hsu
Economics and Computer Science
Shih-Hsuan Hsu
Economics and Computer Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I completed my economics honors thesis.
Thesis: The Impacts of Universal Health Insurance on Educational Attainment: Evidence from the Seguro Popular Program in Mexico
My Website shhsu@cs.washington.eduPlease visit my website for more details about me.
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Gabrielle Elizabeth Endicott
Biology (MCD) and Philosophy
Gabrielle Elizabeth Endicott
Biology (MCD) and Philosophy
Chemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: I have always dreamed of going to veterinary school, and I knew that with enough hard work I’d make it there. What I did not yet know was the amazing community of people I would surround myself with in my time at UW who helped me reach my goals and celebrated my success by my side.
The opportunities I’ve been given as a UW student have shaped me into the person I am today, and continue to push me forward toward achieving my goals. Through my sorority, I have discovered my strengths as a leader and the power of teamwork. Through the UW Pre-Vet Society, I built connections that helped me gain first vet assistant job, guided me through the vet school application process, and brought me new friends. Academically, several professors on this campus pushed my thinking and challenged me in ways I didn’t expect, and I am better for it. I am fortunate enough to have received several scholarships that made it possible for me to attend UW while saving for veterinary school which I’ll be starting this fall.
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Piper S Cramer
Bioengineering
Piper S Cramer
Bioengineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest memories at UW was having the opportunity to share my passion for bioengineering with other students through my position as a TA!
Thesis: Regulating chimeric γc cytokine receptor expression through CRISPR/Cas9-mediated targeted integration
Hi, I'm Piper! It has been an amazing four years at UW, and I'm so grateful for the many amazing experiences I've had here. It was a pleasure learning alongside so many brilliant students and having the chance to explore my passions through classes, volunteering, and research. I am excited to spend the next couple years working before heading to grad school or medical school! Thank you to my professors, friends, and family for their never-ending support and encouragement in the pursuit of my dreams.
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Hyae Won Hannah Redden
Bioengineering, Biochemistry
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Bioengineering, Biochemistry
Chemistry, Classical Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Organizing outreach visits to high schools to teach bioengineering to schools with diverse populations that have traditionally been underrepresented in the field of bioengineering.
Thesis: Classification of Alzheimer's Disease Patients using Resting State Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging-based Network Connectivity Analysis
hkredden3@gmail.comHello! My name is Hyae Won (Hannah) Redden and I am a senior graduating from the Department of Bioengineering and the Department of Biochemistry. I was born in Seoul, South Korea and immigrated to the U.S. when I was three years old, growing up first in Little Rock, Arkansas and later University Place, Washington, before starting school here in Seattle.
Throughout my time at UW, I have been fortunate to have taken part in so many transformative experiences through taking engaging courses, participating in extracurricular activities, and interacting with so many extraordinary people. Some of my most meaningful experiences include coordinating a reading program at Seattle Children's Hospital and the UW Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; receiving a Gilman Scholarship to study abroad in Nepal, where I was able to assess health technology needs in the OB/GYN department; coordinating a website for Science Explorers, a graduate student group that develops science lesson plans for elementary-aged students; serving as Outreach Chair for the Biomedical Engineering Society (BMES) at UW for the past 2 years; and being a part of the Department of Bioengineering Diversity Committee, where I was not only able to contribute to improving efforts to improve diverse outreach, but also reflect on inequalities that exist in society and in higher education and think critically about action items to address such issues. These experiences, in conjunction with my research and academic studies in biochemistry and bioengineering, have fueled both existing and new passions and I hope to take these perspectives with me as I pursue a career in healthcare.
In my free time, I enjoy bullet journaling, hand lettering, taking on miscellaneous arts and craft projects, reading (especially autobiographies and memoirs), and traveling. My favorite travel memories during my time as an undergrad include holding a newborn baby at an outreach center in Bolde, Nepal, working as a patisserie assistant in a tiny little town called Nitry in France, and learning more about my home country. After graduation, I hope to continue learning about different cultures in the communities around me as well as while traveling abroad.
And of course, I wouldn't be here today without all of the amazing people that have helped me along the way, so thank you to the amazing peers, professors, and mentors that have contributed to such a great undergrad experience! Also, I'd like to thank my family for all of the endless love and support!
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Stephanie Van Ha
Sociology
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Sociology
Disability Studies and Law, Societies, and Justice
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Conducting an original research project and writing a thesis for the Sociology Honors Program
Thesis: Race and Emerging Adulthood: Looking at Mental Health and Racial Identity Within a College Context
stephanievanha@gmail.comAs a Sociology major, not only did I learn important theories and social issues that pertain to all of us as human beings, but I understood the notion of simply being a human. I learned that in a capitalistic world in which we are all pressured to create, produce, and be hurried along, that it is important to empathize, care, and be still in the midst of all that occurs around us. Through my time at UW, I have grown deeply as a human and a scholar. I had the amazing opportunity to be a part of the 2018-2019 Sociology Honors Cohort, conduct an original research project that focuses on my academic interests, and present my research at multiple symposiums and conferences. I was a part of the King County Sexual Assault Resource Center's CourtWatch program, which focuses on helping victims of sexual violence obtain access to justice within court systems. Finally, I made incredible lifelong connections with classmates, faculty members, and many other individuals through my UW experience. I look forward to implementing my passion for research and social science through further education and career opportunities and do all that I can to positively contribute to the world that we live in.
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Nadya Ekhteraee-Sanaee
Economics
Nadya Ekhteraee-Sanaee
Economics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Being awarded Husky 100!
Thesis: The Impact of Take Charge on Educational Attainment for Hispanic Women in Washington State
I hope to become a physician in the near future and use my background in economics to work on healthcare policy.
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Maia Luz Sinteral-Scott
English
Maia Luz Sinteral-Scott
English
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I'd have to say my proudest moment at UW was getting into the English department Honors program and fulfilling one of my academic goals. Being able to learn and work with the faculty and my peers has been amazing, and I literally could not have picked a better time to be in an Honors cohort focusing on temporality and human extinction.
Thesis: In the Wreckage of Humanity: Ruins, Agency, and the Art of Post-Apocalyptic Video Games
My experience at the University of Washington has been defined by my commitment to literary scholarship and health care, as well as the personal empowerment I've felt in pursuing both English literature and STEM. This has all set me on my path towards becoming a physician, (hooray for studying for the MCAT soon!), and I'm hoping to keep up my writing as much as possible in the future. My love for creative writing and English has only grown in the English Honors program, and I can't be more excited for what's next.
I'm beyond grateful for the friendships I've made during my undergrad, and for everything I've been able to learn. Cheers to four years, UW.
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Jiafei Li
Psychology
Jiafei Li
Psychology
Informatics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: graduation
Thesis: Relating Individual Differences in Culturally Unfamiliar Music Comprehension to Neurocognitive Aspects of Second Language Aptitude
My name is Jiafei Li. I majored in Psychology and minored in Informatics. I love music and literature, and have always been interested in their impact on us human. Therefore, under the mentorship of Dr. Prat, I conducted the research of music comprehension, as well as its relation to language learning. I hope to continue to "be boundless", to keep exploring various fields of knowledge and extending my limit.
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Anand S Sekar
Computer Engineering
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Computer Engineering
Training Program in Neural Computation and Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: During the final gallery demonstrations for DXARTS 471: Mechatronics Art, my friend's art project was suddenly failing. They had invited their family and were in tears that after all the work they put in, it was inexplicably breaking. While other students demonstrated their projects, I applied my experience with embedded systems to debug the project. Approaching the last minute, even after being told by my friend to give up, I figured out what was wrong and got it working again. The demo went flawlessly. My friend hugged me and their mom thanked me, and I don't think I've ever felt more proud of myself.
Thesis: Hardware Implementation of a Wireless Backscatter Communication Protocol for Brain-Controlled Spinal Interfaces
My Website anand272@cs.washington.eduMy purpose is to make the world more beautiful, sustainable, and efficient through innovation and empathy. Solving complex problems, defined through engineering, is the core of my character. I'm developing a strong foundation in computer engineering, which I'll apply to fields such as neural computation and engineering. Through my experience at UW, I've contributed to a variety of innovative projects (robotics competitions, hackathons, neural engineering research, virtual reality in prison, etc...) utilizing a variety of tools (code, laser cutters, oscilloscopes, soldering irons, etc...). I've met some of the most amazing people and learned some of the most fascinating concepts here, and I'm excited to pursue my Master's here in the fall.
My hobbies include free skates, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and playing video games like Titanfall 2. My favorite shows include Avatar the Last Airbender and Star Trek: The Next Generation. Taking Neuroethics and Moral Issues of Life and Death, while witnessing local activism over the last couple quarters, has motivated me to delve into essential questions relatively unrelated to engineering, but an engineering perspective doesn't necessarily hurt. So while I'm interning at Cisco Webex Teams this summer, I'll also be reading up on topics like ethics and intersectionality.
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Maxwell Weil
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Neural Computation and Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was being able to help new Bioengineering students as a TA for an introductory lab course. I take pride in being able to help others and pass on knowledge to future graduates.
Thesis: Rehabilitative Haptic Stimulation Device for Sensorimotor Impairment
I'm Max, a Bioengineering major with interests in neural engineering and data science. I've always been fascinated by the intersection of biology and engineering, and how we can use organic systems to inspire new technologies. I'm hoping to delve deeper into the how the complexities of nature can be captured by artificial processes, and how this knowledge can be applied in meaningful ways to improve human life.
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Thu Thu May Oo
Medical Anthropology and Global Health
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Medical Anthropology and Global Health
Nutritional Sciences
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Thus, after completing bachelor's degree at this amazing UW, I hope to pursue my dream of becoming medical doctor and the medical anthropologist and hope to serve as the stepping stone towards inclusive community-building with cultural humility here and in Myanmar.
Thesis: apartheid, the State of Exception, and Rohingya Women in Myanmar (Burma): An Auto-Ethnographic Intervention
trinity.ttmo@gmail.comHi there! My name is Thu Thu and I am originally from Myanmar (Burma). Studying at the UW has been a great privilege for me as I have got to meet so many passionate and amazing people who have now become my family. From cliff diving and dipping my feet in taro farms during the study abroad trip in Hawaii to excavating the role of my own in the society fueled by apartheid and health disparities, the UW has given me so many opportunities to challenge myself beyond my own fear and the limits! What's more, through writing poetry, auto-ethnography, and storytelling, I have become more mindful and aware of the racial disparities and injustice around us.
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Carolyn Brager
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: The quarter I spent interning abroad, learning the language, and traveling alone
My Website carolynbrager@gmail.comI am leaving college with an eagerness to work on human-centered disease research, a resiliency towards unexpected challenges, and a goal to have a life of intention and variety. My four years at UW were filled with epic days in the mountains, the chance to work in Ecuador and Nepal, the opportunity to contribute to cutting edge biomedical research, and support from incredible friends, mentors, and family. I am excited to lean into challenges and discomfort and make the most out of any path I choose to take.
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Eleanor Mount
Political Science and Law, Societies and Justice
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Political Science and Law, Societies and Justice
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Speaking to students in Dr. Jessica Beyer's Cybersecurity class about my summer research experiences at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. It was a great opportunity to encourage social science students to get involved with technology research!
Thesis: Solving the Cyber Cooperation Conundrum: Lessons from Land, Sea, and War
My Website eleanormount1@gmail.comI'm passionate about using technology to improve institutional inefficiencies and making complicated subjects simple. I've applied my interests and skills in a number of settings, including my Honors thesis with the Department of Political Science, a National Laboratory in a cybersecurity internship program, and most recently, my new job at a Healthcare tech company!
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Allison C Welch
Medical Anthropology & Global Health
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Medical Anthropology & Global Health
French Language, Literature, and Culture
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: When I first learned that my little brother, Jack would be the fourth sibling in my family to attend the University of Washington and to have that opportunity to once again study together at the same school!
Thesis: E-cigarettes in the Greek Community: Identity, Health Perceptions, and a Vaping Culture
I am so grateful for my time at the University of Washington. I have met some of the most incredibly, inspiring individuals, and I am honored to have studied alongside them. When I first came to the University of Washington, I was unsure of my path—I just knew that at end of the day that I wanted to help people. After a few quarters, this eventually led me to my first medical anthropology course: Anthropology and International Health, which guided me to my passion of studying health care. Since then, I have been lucky to have been able to take courses that have explored the social, cultural, and biological factors that have influenced health and the systems related to it and showed me a future career in working towards creating greater access to healthcare, a human right. Moreover, these courses inspired me to apply for departmental honors, allowing me to conduct independent research studying the impact of e-cigarettes in the Greek Community.
I was inspired to study French by recommendation from a professor. Studying French has been one of the most difficult and rewarding endeavors of my undergraduate career. For the first time, I was forced to contend with several of my own shortcomings as a student and challenged me to learn new studying methods. Through this department, I was provided the opportunity to study abroad in Paris and further develop my linguistic skills. I am so grateful for the professors and students from that department who have continually supported me and helped me grow to be a better student and person.
Outside of my coursework, I was fortunate to become involved early on at the University. I joined a sorority and made life-long friends. I gained valuable exposure working as a Laboratory Assistant for Pallanck Lab in Genome Sciences. I worked as a Research Assistant for Professor Alex Hill in a biological anthropology project. I interned at the Borgen Project and helped advocate for poverty-reduction legislation. I also volunteered at the East African Community Services and worked with refugee families helping tutor their children.
These experiences in and out of the classroom have helped shape my perspective on life. I hope to one day help create a better, more equitable world. After graduation, I will begin working as research associate studying health disparities in lung cancer screenings and access in the Pacific Northwest. Eventually, I plan to go to graduate school for Public Health to receive a Master’s and hopefully a Ph.D. in Health Services.
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Sophia Bidinger
Materials science & engineering
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Materials science & engineering
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: When my PI said my work should be the "gold standard" for undergraduate research.
My WebsiteIn the beginning, I was really unsure of whether engineering was right for me. However, after I started my research, I learned that passion is something you develop for a project you work hard at and believe in. It's not just something you find out of the blue. UW has been the perfect place for me to develop my scientific passions and to develop personally as an independent adult. I'm so excited to continue this development as I work toward my PhD at the University of Cambridge.
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John Peter Feltrup
Computer Science
John Peter Feltrup
Computer Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: The moment I got my first internship offer. I felt like I had really made it in the world.
John Feltrup is a University of Washington graduate from Yakima, Washington. He graduated cum laude with a degree in Computer Science and Interdisciplinary Honors in the Winter. During his time in college, he has worked on projects at several large tech companies such as Microsoft and Facebook. He has started working on a Master degree in Computer Science here at the university, and plans to earn it within the next year.
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Katie Gibian
Environmental Science - Wildlife Conservation
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Environmental Science - Wildlife Conservation
Quantitative Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Implementing a composting program in the Alpha chapter of Chi Omega!
kgibian@uw.eduI will be graduating from UW this spring through the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences with honors in wildlife conservation. I am passionate about predator-prey ecology and conservation education with the goal to enter the wildlife field as a wildlife technician. My interests include large carnivores, travel, and superheroes!
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Ben LaRoche
BS Mechanical Engineering
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BS Mechanical Engineering
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Becoming an Engineering Peer Educator. Leading group discussions and helping freshman navigate the first year experience.
My Website benlaroche96@gmail.comI'm an engineer, bike enthusiast, and lacrosse player seeking out experiences that will develop me as more a well rounded human.
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Grace Shannon Woodard
Psychology
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Psychology
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was receiving a call from President Cauce that I am the President's Medalist for the Class of 2018.
Thesis: Fear Generalization and Avoidance: Reactions to Ambiguous Stimuli Contributing to Post-Trauma Psychopathology
gracesw@uw.eduDuring my time at UW, I have been deeply involved in academics, student leadership, and service for which I was awarded the Class of 2018 President's Medal. I was elected to the Panhellenic Executive Board and instituted many programming changes for which I earned the national award for Outstanding Leadership and Educational Programming. I was involved in the ASUW Mental Health Working Group, Honors service study abroad, tutoring/mentoring at a local high school, and helping to raise $55,000 for Court Appointed Special Advocates of King County. I completed my undergraduate thesis in the UW Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress and received a scholarship to present my research at UCLA. Next year I will be working at Dr. Dorsey's Dissemination and Implementation Lab as a Research Coordinator before applying to PhD programs.
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Madison Rose Bristol
Dance, Environmental Science & Terrestrial Resource Management
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Dance, Environmental Science & Terrestrial Resource Management
Marine Biology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Presenting my thesis to both a performing arts audience and an education/ecology audience at the Mary Gates Research Symposium. Because of the interdisciplinary nature of this work, I witnessed how people on both sides were able to see their disciplines in a new light--and envision the potential for this type of work to really make an impact through application to an array of disciplines.
Thesis: Environmental Dance: Unearthing How Dance Can Advance the Environmental Movement
madison.r.bristol@gmail.comMadison Rose Bristol is graduating this summer with degrees in Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource Management (BS, Honors), Dance (BA, Honors), and Marine Biology (minor). In retrospect, these past four years have been her joy because she has been able to pursue her passion for environmental justice in tandem with being actively involved in the UW and Seattle dance communities. Madison has performed in 17 UW associated shows, has choreographed 8 pieces within the UW Dance Department and for the Seattle International Dance Festival, and has taught at local dance studios. On the environmental science side, Madison has explored a wide range of social and biophysical sciences during her undergraduate experience. For one summer, during a class on marine birds and mammals at Friday Harbor Labs, she conducted field research on the distribution and behavior of shorebirds at Argyle Lagoon, San Juan Island. This class reaffirmed her love for coastal organisms and environments, but also helped guide her in the direction of more anthropocentric work. She proceeded to teach and then become a site lead for the Pipeline Project's Environmental Alternative Spring Break Program, where she traveled to Oroville in Eastern Washington for two years in a row. Teaching environmental science to these middle schoolers made her want to incorporate community-based work into her professional career. This in some ways became a reality for her when she became an Oregon Sea Grant Summer Scholar in June 2018. She was placed with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife's Marine Reserves Program. Madison spent the summer assessing the socioeconomic impacts of marine reserves implementation through direct, one-on-one conversations with commercial and charter fishermen. This experience set her up with the skills to pursue further human dimensions research, and to envision herself as someone who could bridge understanding between communities in the future in the pursuance of environmental action.
During her senior thesis, Madison was driven by her curiosity about what could happen when her two passions collided. At first, she used choreography as her outlet, creating works implicitly and explicitly about the human response to environmental degradation. However, she also wanted to connect with and learn from a small community of emerging movement artists in Seattle who were using dance as a means to connect people emotionally to environmental issues. As a result, she conducted interdepartmental research on the multiplicity of ways in which dance can contribute to the environmental movement. Now at the end of her capstone experience, it has been entirely fulfilling for her to see how members of the Seattle dance community have been employing dance--a practice embedded in community, empathy, social connection, and alternate modes of communication--to compel environmental action. Be that through movement healing sessions to transform eco-anxiety into action steps, movement fundraisers, visceral dance performances, or sustainability through the arts, these people are entrepreneuring novel ways of evoking emotion to invoke action.
On the near horizon, Madison will be traveling to Taiwan to study environmental and social resilience, and after her travels she hopes to engage in political activism, dance projects that are environmentally and socially relevant, and work for environmental groups. She will be returning to school in the next year or so--perhaps in pursuance of a dual Master's through the Evans School of Public Policy and the School of Marine and Environmental Affairs-- to study environmental policy. With this professional education, she hopes to achieve her goal of leading societal change through creative and innovative management approaches and community-based engagement.
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Simon Machalek
Political Science: International Security option
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Political Science: International Security option
International Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Playing for the University of Washington ice hockey team for 4 years
Thesis: Survival Under Foreign Pressure: How Authoritarian Regimes React To International Sanctions
sm@simonmachalek.comWhat an interesting journey it has been. As an international student, I came to University of Washington by myself across half of the world in order to pursue my dreams and advance in my career. Now that I am done with my studies here, I cannot describe how interesting and how beneficial was my time in Seattle.
All 4 years shaped who I am today, but the most defining experience was definitely the Honors program, through which I had the time and opportunity to work with amazing people and really focus on what interests me the most. The resulting thesis, which examines how authoritarians react to international sanctions and how they cope with the effects, has revealed to me what are my true passions and what I want to focus on in the future. To me, this is priceless and I am grateful for the opportunity I was given.
Although it feels unreal, it's time to leave Seattle and move on to the next chapter. In Fall I will begin studies at the Georgetown University, where I will pursue a master's degree in Security Studies. I cannot wait to continue in my path forward.
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Elyse Janzen
Psychology
Elyse Janzen
Psychology
Statistics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: In my position as a Resident Advisor, being told that I made my residents year
Thesis: Development of Perineuronal Nets in the Auditory Centers of Eptesicus fuscus, the Big Brown Bat
My WebsiteElyse is a Mary Gates and Hagenstein Research Scholar who is greatly looking forward to pursuing her graduate education in Neurobehavioral Psychology. She will be taking the next year off to save up money for grad school and hopes to continue her research focus in neurodegenerative disorders, specifically Alzheimer's Disease.
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Ling Wai Amber Lam
Psychology
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Psychology
Education, Learning, and Society
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was receiving the Mary Gates Research Scholarship!
Thesis: Child-Nature Interaction in a Hong Kong Nature Preschool Program: An Interaction Pattern Approach
lingwaiamberlam@gmail.comI've always been passionate about child development and education.
Throughout my time at UW, I was a researcher at the Human Interaction with Nature and Technological System Lab (the HINTS lab) and completed my thesis under Dr. Kahn's supervision. I was also an intern at the Taipei Veterans General Hospital in the Psychiatry and Developmental Assessment Center. In addition, I also served as an infant-toddler teacher assistant at the Haring Center - Experimental Education Unit (EEU) at UW, which promotes inclusive education and facilitates understanding between children with and without disabilities.
I would like to thank everyone who has been a part of my journey here at UW!
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Kaia Boonzaier
International Studies and Economics
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International Studies and Economics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Getting on the plane to study abroad in the Indian Himalaya for 4 months
kaiab@uw.eduI am passionate about conservation, would love to stay in school forever, and thus intend to pursue a career in environmental law upon graduating. I am so grateful to everyone I have met during my time as a husky-- the relationships I've developed with friends, faculty, and family throughout my time at UW have truly defined my college experience.
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Katie Chua
Business Administration (Marketing Concentration) & English: Language and Literature
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Business Administration (Marketing Concentration) & English: Language and Literature
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments is the time I spent abroad where I really grew as an individual during a challenging time.
Thesis: “I get out and start walking”: Refusal of the Asian American Family Unit by Exploring Debt, Migrancy, and Queer Reproduction in Ling Ma’s Severance
Originally from Boulder, Colorado, I've lived in 5 different cities during my college experience. Movement has characterized my understanding of the world and meeting new people and learning new things is something I always seek in my life.
I'm graduating with a BBA with a Marketing concentration and a BA in English: Language and Literature. The English Honors program was one of my favorite endeavors in college because I truly loved getting to know my cohort and learning in a supportive environment. I also learned how much I enjoy learning about critical theory and conducting research and I look forward to applying to graduate programs to continue my research on racial capitalism, Marxist feminist studies, and Asian American literature!
At UW, I worked at doughnuts and coffee shops, literary agencies and publishers, and focused on mentorship with my RSOs. I have fond memories of speaking with professors after class outside Suzzallo, reading in the quad during Spring Quarter, and hosting brunches with my roommates. It's been an incredible 4 years!
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Ramin Jabbarli
Sociology
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Sociology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My experience as a Sociology Honors student and working closely with my mentor Professor Edgar Kiser and Professor Sarah Quinn, the director of Sociology honors program, surely prepared me for the rigors of the Ph.D. program.
Thesis: Making and Transcending Boundaries: The Effect of Rituals on Interethnic Relations
raminj@uw.eduI am Azerbaijani, a divided nation by geopolitical borders and denied contact during the Soviet era. As a member of an ethnic minority in Iran, I have experienced multiple forms of inequality and oppression. While banning our mother language, the state deemed the Persian language and culture alone as authentically Iranian. I witnessed my relatives in Iran forced to emigrate from Azerbaijani populated provinces to find construction work in Persian areas. I eventually learned that Iran’s highest rate of emigration occurs in Azerbaijani-populated provinces. These and other social and institutionalized injustices led me to join the Azerbaijani anti-racist movement in order to advocate Azerbaijani cultural rights and oppose discriminatory economic and environmental policies of the state.
My personal history, though unique in many respects, unfolded in the context of social, economic, and political conditions that exist in many societies. I come from an ethnic minority in Iran humiliated for their accent when speaking Persian and subjected to multiple forms of discrimination designed to silence them. It has meant everything to me to pursue my studies in this country, unfettered by discrimination and persecution for my ideas or my refugee status. Coming to the US allows me to pursue an academic career, but I also see it as an opportunity to enrich our understanding of and give voice to various minority groups (e.g., ethnic, gender, racial) that have also been silenced. Motivated by the goal of achieving a just and inclusive society, I studied in the Department of Sociology.
Within two months of arriving in the United States, I attended Green River College and learned especially from my mentors Professor Carlos Adams and Professor Brad Johnson. My experience as a Sociology Honors student and working closely with my mentor Professor Edgar Kiser and Professor Sarah Quinn, the director of Sociology honors program, surely prepared me for the rigors of the Ph.D. program. This fall, I am coming back to UW as a Ph.D. student in the Department of Sociology. I am deeply indebted to my mentors in both schools, my family, and my friends for their support along the way.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Chengjun Zhang
Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences, Economics
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Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences, Economics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Co-author an academic paper that will publish soon.
chengz96@uw.eduGlad that I spent the most memorable four years as a husky. I was lucky to get involved in multiple life-changing research projects, preparing myself for the coming Ph.D. studies. The experience, and the connections with faculties and friends are the treasures for the rest of my life, and I believe everybody feels this way.
Congratulations to all the graduates!
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Laurette Hanna
Political Science and Psychology
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Political Science and Psychology
Human Rights
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Completing my Thesis Defense
Thesis: Collective Memory, Violence, and the Effects of Intractable Conflict: The Case of Israel-Palestine
Laurette is graduating with a double major in Political Science and Psychology and a minor in human rights. She goes on to begin a job at Citizen University - a civic education non profit - as the youth program coordinator. In this position she has to opportunity to train young people across the country in civic power and grass roots organizing movements. She also has an amazing opportunity to create a brand new civic education curriculum that will be shared nation wide in the hoped of building a culture of more powerful, conscious, responsible citizenship.
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Ashley Tang
International Studies
Ashley Tang
International Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Completing two Honours study abroad (the Netherlands and Sweden) in one summer
My WebsiteI am graduating two years early with a degree in International Studies and plans to apply to law school. Throughout the past two years, I worked at the UW Attorney General's Office as a student assistant and at the Seattle City Attorney's Office as an assistant paralegal intern. I also finally experienced what it is like to participate in a Model United Nations Conference.
I took a lot of classes with the Honours Program and the Jackson School that pushed me out of my comfort zone - particularly the time I spent studying abroad and as the student coordinator for our Task Force project on the potential of Europarties. I am thankful for the opportunities and experiences UW has given me!
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Jenjira Milan
Business Administration: Marketing
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Business Administration: Marketing
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Most recently, we just launched the 6th issue of Voyage UW, a travel magazine I founded my freshman year. Surrounded by such incredible talent and passion, I'm so grateful and proud to have been a part of an amazing group of people and to prove to myself that I do have the drive and tenacity to start something that extended beyond myself.
My Website jaynamilan@gmail.comHi there! My name is Jayna Milan and I'm a Thai-American photographer based in Seattle.
Driven to create art that raises awareness on pressing issues and celebrates the diversity of life around us, my work is rooted in capturing authentic human connections through candid documentary photography.
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Chyenne N. Andrews
Art History & History
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Art History & History
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Receiving an internship with a PNW artist!
I will be graduating from UW as a first-generation college student with a BA in Art History & History. During my time at the UW I've worked as a manager for the Student Technology Loan Program, a Cataloguing Intern for a PNW artist, and as an undergraduate tutor.
I have also been a part of Alpha Phi sorority, where I've held several leadership positions to help further improve sisterhood and philanthropic influence. I was also a part of History Honors Society as the Treasurer and general member.
In my free time, I love exploring beautiful Seattle and taking occasional trips outside of the U.S. Most of my free time is committed to visit various art museums, eating my way through any city, running, and doing everything with of my friends!!
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Fredrik Mansfield
Comparative History of Ideas
Fredrik Mansfield
Comparative History of Ideas
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: It took me by great surprise when Dr. Boers of UW Chamber Singers shared with me that he wanted to use my first choral composition for our 2018 Spring concert. Just weeks before graduation, the concert was the culmination of much of what I have worked on at UW, and I was able to celebrate with family and friends.
Thesis: Beyond Prayer: Liberationist Christian Praxis in the Contemporary U.S.
My Website fredrik.mansfield@gmail.comI am a soon-graduate of the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative History of Ideas (CHID). Deeply passionate about life, social justice, and unconditional global love, I find himself devoting all my free time to community groups all across the spectrum, often involved in some form of outreach. Personal pastimes include running, delving into the great outdoors, singing, and spending time with loved ones. My plan is eventually to pursue some form of radical living project (Christian commune). Thereafter, I hope to be inspiring and challenging people of all walks of life to practice bold and sacrificial love to all peoples, especially those most marginalized by the structures in our society. Fun fact: I walk everywhere barefoot and get the most surprising reactions for it. Some people think I'm disgusting, others praise my initiative and ask for my social media (which is pretty much nonexistent).
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Zhaofeng Wu
Computer Science; Linguistics
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Computer Science; Linguistics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: When our team's work got accepted into ACL
Thesis: A Knowledge Incorporation Framework for Medical Natural Language Inference
During my four years at UW, I found my interests in computer science and linguistics, two seemingly irrelevant fields that are actually connected in many ways. I eventually ended up doing research at their intersection, natural language processing (NLP). I've been fortunate to have had amazing research experiences at Prof. Fei Xia's lab as well as in the industry, and the classes that I've taken at UW have excellently prepared me for these opportunities.
I will be returning to UW for my Master's degree to continue my learning!
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Megan Banks
Computer Science
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Computer Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My research work with the Ubiquitous Computing Lab
banksma3@gmail.comIn my time at UW, I have had so many amazing and unexpected experiences. I have taken countless amazing and challenging courses, participated in computer science research on making medical diagnoses more accessible with mobile applications, completed internships in industry, studied abroad in London with the English Department, held a leadership position supporting underrepresented students in computer science, and (last but not least) met so many inspiring people and incredible friends. UW and the Honors Program have given me the skills to succeed as I begin my career as a software developer with Facebook in Seattle working on virtual reality.
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Nathan L Lai
Chemical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Receiving a Mary Gates Research Scholarship for my work on the synthesis of an InP/CoP core-shell system
lainat97@uw.eduThe last four years have been a fun ride pursuing my degree in chemical engineering. I got to work in UW's chemistry department for two years working with semiconducting quantum dots for a number of different applications. I also got to be a part of a local startup called Decafino Inc., where we were developing cutting edge technology to decaffeinate coffee post brew. These are just a few highlights I had while here at UW but all my experiences helped me grow as a person, student, and engineer. Come fall of 2019 I will begin the next chapter of my life working for W.L. Gore & Associates helping to develop their line of medical devices.
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Jocelyn Ines Beausire
Music (Voice Performance), Architecture Studies
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Music (Voice Performance), Architecture Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Being able to write my thesis as the culmination of my multi-disciplinary studies, and discussing my findings with people from many disciplines, made me proud and motivated me to continue on the path I forged for myself.
Thesis: The Emancipation of Urban Noise: John Cage's Music as Acoustic Ecology
My Website joss.beausire@gmail.comMy time at the University of Washington was not a straight path, but instead an exercise in individual exploration. I pursued two majors -- Music and Architecture -- and have used my time at UW to more deeply explore their intersections with each other and with environmental science, geography, visual art, gender studies, and urban theory. These years also afforded me the opportunities to study abroad in Italy and Japan, perform operas on the Meany mainstage, and engage in the literary and visual art communities as Managing Editor of Bricolage. In exploring these different facets, and applying creativity to my research, I carved a space for myself within the larger institution. In doing so, I also was not defined by my major, but instead used them as a vehicle for my exploration. In the next year, I am hoping to take part in an art or research residency program, and also am preparing to attend graduate school in a program related to urbanism and spatial performance design.
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Lauryn Kay Stafford
Public Health-Global Health & Economics
Lauryn Kay Stafford
Public Health-Global Health & Economics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was receiving an offer to be a Post-Bachelor Fellow at the UW Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME). This program will enable me in the next few years to continue my work in global health research and pursue a fully-funded MPH at UW.
During my time at UW, I was able to pursue a double degree in Public Health-Global Health and Economics. By being able to take courses in both these majors, I was able to explore my interests in global health economics and the crucial intersection between financial stability and health. As an undergraduate, I was able to participate in a study abroad program through the School for International Training (SIT) in India focusing on public health, gender equality, and community-based initiatives. For the past year, I was an Undergraduate Research Assistant on the Cost Effectiveness team at the UW Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), where I have also accepted a Post-Bachelor Fellowship.
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Kate Verity Luken Raz
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Kate Verity Luken Raz
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments is presenting my research for the first time at the Undergraduate Research Synposium with hundreds of other students! Or performing a David Bowie parody song at the Undergraduate Theater Society’s open mic night in a bright blue jump suit.
Thesis: Implicit Measure of Male = Leader Stereotype in Children
dramaqueen.kvlr@gmail.comGreetings, stranger reading my profile! My name is Kate Luken Raz, and I am a graduating with college honors, a B.S. in Psychology, and a minor in Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies. When not doing academics, I enjoy slam poetry, doing shows with UW’s Undergraduate Theater Society, teaching children to swim, and listening to horror/sci-fi/ political podcasts. I am planning on gaining more experience in research, before applying to Social and Developmental Psychology graduate programs this fall! Many thanks to Harris, Mom, Dad, and my stinker of little sister, Mary!
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Peyton Lyons
Informatics, Spanish
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Informatics, Spanish
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Finishing my Spanish honors thesis and Informatics Capstone - both of these projects felt like a great way to round out my time in these majors
Thesis: Transgender Identity in Spain: From the Second Republic, to Dictatorship, and Democracy
lyonsp@uw.eduI am excited by the intersection of social justice and technology, and while defining what this means exactly is an ongoing process, the past five years at UW have helped that significantly.
As a Data Management Fellow at the Latino Community Fund, I have had the opportunity to combine my Spanish and Informatics majors and also work in a non-profit, which is something I have loved. Being welcomed into and supported by the LCF family has been one of the best experiences over the past two years and has helped me better understand how I want to contribute to communities throughout my life.
Another defining experience has been my work in residential life. I started as an Office Assistant during my freshman year, worked as an RA for two years, and am finishing my time in res life as an ARD for Lander Hall. I have made some of my best friends from these experiences and have built upon my professional identity. These roles have challenged me in ways I never expected and I will take these experiences with me wherever I go. It will be strange to not live in a res hall next year (and have to pay rent...)!
I was very excited when I found out that UW has an Equestrian Club so I could continue competing in the sport that I have done for most of my life. The club quickly became a key part of my time at UW, providing one of my first opportunities for leadership. I held three exec positions in the club, including President last year, and had the chance to compete twice at Zones. It's hard to find people to talk to about horses, but this little group offered that much needed space and community.
There are obviously many other experiences that have led me to this point, including being an Info 200 TA, a Dream Project mentor, meeting amazing friends, working with awesome professors, a lot of fun experiences and also hard days. I am excited to take these experiences and relationships with me as I move on to whatever is next.
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Sarah Rubin
Psychology
Sarah Rubin
Psychology
Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Presenting my research at the Undergraduate Research Symposium!
Thesis: Exploring the Relationship between Trauma Chronicity and Implicit Self-Concept
My time at the UW has been transformative both academically and personally, and I have learned more about myself and the world than I ever anticipated. I am grateful to my professors, mentors, fellow students, family, and friends for supporting me, teaching me, and challenging me throughout these past four years. I am excited to begin this next chapter in my life, and hope to use the gift of my education to better the world around me.
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Neta Simon
Microbiology
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Microbiology
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Publishing a co-first authored paper
Thesis: Maternal Microchimerism in Malaria-Endemic Settings: The Role of Maternal Microchimerism on The Developing Infant Immune System
I'm very grateful to have spent the last four years studying Microbiology at UW and am leaving with a passion to improve human health through medicine.
Some favorite moments from the past four years include:
- a 22-mile hike through the Enchantments
- studying abroad in Israel and volunteering as an EMT
- every weekend spent with my housemates (fun fact: half of us met at Honors orientation)
- working in a lab researching maternal-fetal interactions of malaria
- establishing the Loaves of Love program with ChabadI am so thankful for the memories I've made with my friends, the mentors I've gained, the time spent outdoors, and every opportunity for growth that the UW has provided me.
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Emily Elaine Sawan
Psychology and English
Emily Elaine Sawan
Psychology and English
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Publishing my very first short story!
Thesis: With Capitalistic Intent: Conspecific Consumption and Consumerism in Science Fiction
emily.sawan@gmail.comWhen I first walked onto the UW campus, I thought the years would drag by. Now that I’m on my way out, I realize just how quickly they’ve flown.
These past four years have brought with them an eclectic variety of experiences. I was a Peer Health Educator, a student librarian, a book reader at a Literary Agency. I volunteered in a special education classroom and currently work in the specialized program division of Seattle Parks and Recreation, working with people with disabilities. I am a clog dancer, a foodie, and more than anything else I love a good book.
I walked into UW thinking about psychology and walked out thinking about English, obtaining both degrees along the way.
I’ve received an array of scholarships, from the Dillman Scholarship Freshman year to the Distinguished Alumni Senior Scholarship last year, in addition to winning the WaCLA College Essay Contest Sophomore year. I am also a member of the Phi Beta Kappa and Mortar Board honor societies. I will be graduating magna cum laude and will be earning departmental honors with my English degree.
Going forward, I’m excited to take a year off and pointedly think about anything but school, before jumping back in and pursuing a PhD in Literature.
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Rohnin W. Randles
Political Science
Rohnin W. Randles
Political Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Seeing the public release of the Washington Legislative Explorer, a database project that was the culmination of more than a year of hard (and often arduous) work.
Thesis: Judicial Prescience: How Judges Incorporate Expectations in Grants for Certiorari
My WebsiteWhen I got to UW, I was going to be attending my third college; after receiving an A.S. from North Idaho College and transferring from the University of Oklahoma, my curiosity always got the better of me and I could never settle on a field. Nonetheless, I was determined and the faculty, resources, and opportunities at UW allowed me to grow into my passion. Over the last three years, I was able to complete a research fellowship, the political science honors program, write two independent research papers, and produce a web database to help citizens educate themselves on the activities of the Washington state legislature. Even more fulfilling are the bonds to friends, faculty, and a community of scholars.
I am taking my next step in the fall as I start a Ph.D. in Politics at Princeton, where I was honored with a Centennial Fellowship. To my friends, family, professors, and all those who supported me -- thank you and Go Dawgs!
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Lais Lastre Conceicao
Neuroscience, Biochemistry
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Neuroscience, Biochemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proud of the growth I have seen in my person over these past years.
Thesis: Investigating the Properties and Mechanism of Action of Potential Novel Analgesic AS1
Lais is an avid scholar with an interest in neuroscience, biology, nutrition, and more. During her time at the University of Washington, she worked in the de la Iglesia lab on a project on the NaV1.1 channel in Dravet Syndrome, for which she won the Mary Gates Research Scholarship in winter of 2019. She then was a Pain Research Scholar in 2019 and moved to the Dhaka lab. She wrote her Neuroscience Departmental Honors Thesis on her work in the Dhaka lab on the impact of a potential novel analgesic AS1 on aversion in zebrafish.
Outside of school, Lais spends time volunteering through COPE and at ROOTS Young Adult shelter. She also enjoys biking, drawing, and reading.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Sacha Moufarrej
Neuroscience
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Neuroscience
Music
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting the opportunity to gain UW Honors mentors who directly informed my post-grad plans of pursuing a Fulbright scholarship to study health and medicine from an anthropological perspective!
Thesis: Polysomnographic Findings on the Relationship between Sleep and Pain in a Pediatric Chronic Pain Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Hi! I'm Sacha, and I'm a recent graduate of the UW Honors Program. I'm passionate about the study of the brain, the creation of music, and the discovery of personalized ways to contribute to social justice. In the Fall of 2020, I will be pursuing a Master's degree in Medical Anthropology at SOAS University of London, with the long-term career goal of becoming a health care practitioner that utilizes research and community engagement to encourage equity within our national and international health care systems. The UW Honors Program has been a pivotal aspect of my time as an undergrad, and I'm excited to continue learning how to use an interdisciplinary approach to understand and address the various injustices plaguing society.
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Kylie H Sahota
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
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Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Holding a baby octopus caught in a bottom trawl during a research cruise on the RV Rachel Carson!
Thesis: The Effects of Increased Salinity on the Behavior and Survival of Juvenile Dungeness Crab (Cancer magister): Implications for the Control of Burrowing Shrimp in Willapa Bay, Washington
As a SAFS major, you might guess I love just about anything that has to do with water or the things that live in in, and you would be correct! Some of my favorite activities include swimming, snorkeling, SCUBA diving, paddle boarding, fishing, hiking, and spending time outdoors with my family and friends. In my free time, I also love to read, ride horses, dance, hang out with my pets, cook, and bake.
I worked throughout my time at UW at the Burke Museum Fish Collection, Biology Department Field Trip Program, and the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team. With these organizations I was able to gain valuable experience and connections, and still managed to maintain a high GPA and consistently receive awards and recognition from my School and College.
I am also a first generation college student, and as the first in my family to graduate from a University, I am especially proud to say that I was able to fully fund my higher education with the help of contributions from generous scholarship donors. I am so thankful to all those who have supported me on my pursuit for education, and will forever treasure my UW family and memories!
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Madeline G Clarke
Informatics
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Informatics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: I enjoyed presenting my capstone with my wonderful team at the 2017 Undergraduate Research Symposium.
Thesis: Analyzing the Potential Effects of Online Tutoring on Accessibility in the Context of College Writing Centers
My WebsiteI graduated from UW with a B.S. in Informatics with Interdisciplinary Honors. In my time at UW, I played sax in the Husky Marching Band, performed with the UW Dance Department, and worked as a writing tutor at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center. I was also involved as a leader and mentor at the Center and focused on accessibility to tutoring services in my Informatics capstone. In addition to my passions for communication and technology, I love art. After college, I hope to hone my electronic music production skills and explore new genres of dance. Professionally, I am interested in continuing my work in high tech and am seeking a position where I can work with people to solve difficult problems with creative solutions. My goal is that both my tech and music work will bring people joy and make life easier.
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Kera Smith Zegar
Environmental Studies
Kera Smith Zegar
Environmental Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Being apart of the Student Employee Leadership Board and representing UWild Adventures.
Thesis: Human-Wildlife Conflict in the Peruvian Amazon: How Community Engagement Can Change Wildlife Conservation
I always tell everyone that I joined PoE for the field trips. Everyone who knows me knows that what really drew me to Environmental Studies is my love of outdoor spaces. My time at UW has allowed me to a gain greater understanding of what privileges I have that allowed this love affair. The adventures I've had so far taught me that it is an opportunity to struggle and to pick myself back up both indoors and out. The accomplishments I'm most proud of are not those on paper but the impact I worked so hard to make on the people I worked for, young people, and my peers.
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Oscar Avatare
Finance & Data Science
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Finance & Data Science
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Studying abroad through the Honors Program in Rome
My Website oavatare@hotmail.comDuring my time at UW, I was able to study abroad, go to incredible conferences, intern at amazing companies, and grow more than I thought possible. I am excited and thankful for UW to be the launchpad for me to live the life I want.
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Aarti D Bodas
Psychology
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Psychology
Global Health
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Receiving the email announcing that I'd been granted the Mary Gates Research Scholarship!
Thesis: 'Can I Count on You?' Infants' Expectations of Prosocial Behavior Across Contexts
My Website aarti.bodas@gmail.comFour years ago as a freshman, I could have never imagined how fulfilling my experience at the UW would be. I never would have guessed that I'd get to do Developmental Psychology research involving infants, that I'd win a research scholarship or that I'd end up getting a full ride to grad school! And above all else, I never imagined having as strong of a support network as I do, because of which I was able to accomplish so many things. The most important lesson that I learned during my time at the UW was to make the most of every experience, and in doing so to be persistent and ambitious, and that is what I carry with me moving forward.
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Sabrina Suen
Political Science, Political Economy
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Political Science, Political Economy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Finally finishing my thesis and winning the Lev Award
Thesis: How the Rise of Local Identity Eroded Pan-Chinese Nationalism in Taiwan and Hong Kong
As a Taiwanese American, the nuances of Taiwan's complicated relationship with China has always fascinated me and is also a catalyst for my interest in political science and international relations. Throughout my undergraduate career, I was involved with various on-campus organizations that focused on important international issues. Most notably, I served as President for the Model United Nations club at UW. Through my role, I attended and staffed various international and local conferences where I was able to gain a better understanding of and appreciation for the dynamics of the international community.
This fall, I will be attending UW Law School as a Gregoire Fellow. This unique opportunity will offer me the chance to receive mentorship from former governor Christine Gregiore and to intern at a variety of local law firms, government agencies, and corporations. As a future law student, I hope to study international business law and continue to learn about Asian law and government.
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Ann Evans
Physiology
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Physiology
International Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I was struggling both in and outside of school sophomore year, but junior year I worked extremely hard to make up for it, and I got an email from my professor recognizing how much I had improved. It was the first time someone really took note of how hard I was working on myself.
My Website anjaev97@gmail.comI have always been interested the life sciences, but during my time at UW, I've really come to realize how much I want to further explore the interdisciplinary connections between science and the humanities. I feel that good science communication is more important now than ever before, and I want to explore careers that help to further discussion and learning for everyone.
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Grace Novacek
Biology
Grace Novacek
Biology
Diversity
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: I'm most proud of the fulfilling and sustained relationships I've shared with my friends, professors, mentors, and advisors at UW.
My WebsiteI’m passionate about criminal justice, sustainability, visual art and creative writing, medicine and global health, and beauty and skincare. I'm currently searching for a way to synthesize all my interests. I'm hoping my time spent traveling this winter as a 2018 Bonderman Fellow will provide clarity in this realm.
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Benjamin K Rinehart
Political Science with Political Economy Option
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Political Science with Political Economy Option
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my Honors Thesis
Thesis: The Road to the Ballot Box: A discussion of how quality of infrastructure effects elections
bkrben@gmail.comI'm a jazz bassist. I have substantially lost 70+ pounds since the end of my freshmen year. I love public transportation. I currently am heading towards a career in public policy: I'm an admitted student to the Evans School of Public Policy and I work for the Ruckelshaus Center for Public Policy.
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Mitchell Otis Estberg
B.S. in Computer Science & B.A. in Japanese
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B.S. in Computer Science & B.A. in Japanese
Mathematics Minor
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: At the end of my fourth quarter TAing, the students in my section all gave me perfect ratings. There's always room to improve, but it felt great to know my efforts were appreciated.
My Website estberg.mo@gmail.comI grew up in Evanston, Illinois and spent the last four years studying at UW and Waseda. I spent most my time on learning CS, Japanese, and Math and helping teach intro CS. I also tried volunteering, playing bass, and exploring Seattle and Tokyo on bike. If there's every anything I can help you out with, definitely reach out. Looking forward to learning and teaching for the years to come!
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Jun Zeng
Microbiology; Biology
Jun Zeng
Microbiology; Biology
Philosophy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I survived four years of college with five hours of sleep per day on average.
I am a hardcore undergraduate researcher interested in interbacterial and host-microbiome interactions. After I finish my B.S. in both Microbiology and Biology, I will attend the Ph.D. program in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology at Duke University in Fall, 2019.
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Severiano Sandomirsky
Aeronautics and Astronautics
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Aeronautics and Astronautics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Being a member of the Washington Hyperloop team
sev.sando@gmail.comWhen I moved to Seattle from Canada in my senior year of high school, I didn't know what an SAT was, I didn't know which universities were good, and I was desperate to develop a new social group and learn how to navigate this new country of mine. All I did know was that I wanted to learn about airplanes.
I'll be honest, after four years of engineering school I am STILL blown away by airplanes. HOW DO THESE THINGS EVEN FLY?! I joined this department to uncover the mystery of flight and I am coming out even more intrigued, and even more enthused. I have worked in the Quantitative Flow Visualization lab for two years, run wind tunnel tests, built a rocket for the Hyperloop team, and studied aviation in France one summer. I think I like planes more than the average bear...
Technical stuff aside, one of the things I have enjoyed most about my time at UW has been sharing my experiences with younger students. I have been a College of Engineering Peer Mentor, and I have organized and participated in countless elementary school science fairs as the Outreach Coordinator for UW's chapter of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. This major and this department are rooted in passion, and I found profound satisfaction in sharing that passion with the next generation of engineers.
While I have experienced some incredible things in my four years here, the most valuable things I gained were the outstanding friends I met. I learned a deep appreciation for putting myself in a positive and supportive environment, and these lifelong friends I met who create that for me are worth more than any degree.
I grew and learned immeasurably at UW, and I am incredibly appreciative for my time here. It has prepared me for an exciting future and I can't wait for what is to come.
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Regan Gong
Psychology and International Studies: Comparative Religion
Regan Gong
Psychology and International Studies: Comparative Religion
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Creating an event celebrating interfaith dialogue thanks to the Husky Seed Fund
My WebsiteI have had an amazing four years as a Husky! My freshman year I became a campus tour guide and have been able to share my love for my school to prospective students. I studied abroad with the Honors Program in Rome, Italy and learned about arts and cultural norms while making lifelong friends. Academically, I participated in the two psychology research labs. My favorite was studying diversity efforts of companies in my Social Policy and Identity Research Lab in the Evans School of Public Policy. Last summer, I intern abroad with the U.S. Department of State at the Embassy in Kathmandu, Nepal. I learned so much over these experiences and plan on pursuing a master's degree to prepare myself for a career in the Foreign Service.
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Madison Meuler
General Biology
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General Biology
Political Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Studying abroad was always a goal I had for college, and the opportunity to study abroad in Italy through the Honors Program was a dream come true!
mmeuler@uw.eduWhile at the University of Washington, I gained exposure to a variety of subjects and professional fields. Early on as an undergraduate, I worked as a research assistant in the Fryberg Lab studying cross-cultural social psychology. I worked as an assistant editor for Grey Matters and volunteered as a research assistant for the Human Rights Defense Center. During my Junior year, I was awarded the Sudarksy Internship Scholarship from the Department of Biology, which funded my summer internship in the Stuart Lab at Seattle Children's Center for Global Infectious Disease Research. In the summer of 2018, I had the opportunity to study abroad through the Honors Program in Italy, studying water conservation and Italian culture. Majoring in Biology and minoring in Political Science enabled me to pursue my dual interest in both science and policy.
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Iman Mustafa
Law, Societies and Justice
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Law, Societies and Justice
Human Rights
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was getting the opportunity to attend UC Berkeley's Goldman School of Public Policy as a Law Fellow through the Public Policy and International Affairs Program
Thesis: School To Prison Pipeline
imanm1998@gmail.comI am a first-generation college student and the daughter to Ethiopian immigrants. My passion for choosing this path of education is to one day shape Public Policy around issues of bias in our criminal justice system, more specifically in their use of punishment. I am passionate about working to dismantle mass incarceration because of how it is disproportionately affecting Black people and all people of color. My honor’s thesis gave me a deeper understanding of the School-to-Prison pipeline and has allowed me to determine how I want to create in the world after my time at the University of Washington. I plan on pursuing a Master’s in public policy with a focus on criminal justice and education to create systemic change and equity to these issues.
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Bailey Taylor Bailey Taylor
Interdisciplinary Visual Art
Bailey Taylor Bailey Taylor
Interdisciplinary Visual Art
Education, Learning, and Society
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment is organizing an online event that raised $10,000 to be distributed between emerging artists and POC owned organizations during the Covid19 crisis.
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I am an artist, educator, and organizer that mobilizes art as a tool for social justice. I am a proud GSBA scholar, lifelong activist, and dedicated Seattle community member.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Manjot Singh
Bioengineering and Public Health-Global Health
Manjot Singh
Bioengineering and Public Health-Global Health
Chemistry
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Leading my own research project
Throughout my undergraduate career, I was involved in so many different activities, including conducting nanoparticle research in Zhang lab, working as a community programs assistant at FIUTS, volunteering with the Vulnerable Population Strategic Initiative, working as an exchange & affiliate programs assistant at the UW Study Abroad Office, and more. So my friends and colleagues would often find me running from one location to another. But I really enjoyed doing so much because it allowed me to explore my options before I actually commit to something for life. Ultimately, that turned out to be medicine.
While I feel truly to have taken part of in all those experiences, some of my most amazing memories come from my study abroad experiences. Hiking around the mountains in northern Norway; driving around the national parks in Tanzania while constantly looking on either side for wildlife; swimming around the ocean around Turks and Caicos when I had actually never swam before; and shadowing physicians in a rural clinic in Zimbabwe. Those are experiences that made me into who I am today and that's something that I will never forget.
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Alexander David Peterson
Economics
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Economics
Statistics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Running for ASUW President and feeling deeply connected to a group of people who genuinely cared about the well-being of UW students
In 2015, Alex Peterson served as the elected chairman of the Washington State Legislative Youth Advisory Council, representing the needs of state youth to the legislature. At UW, Alex has continued his political activism in the ASUW Senate and as a member of the UW Democracy Through Dialogues advisory board. In the summer after his Freshman year, Alex received a US-UK Fulbright Summer Institutes Scholarship to study Middle Eastern politics at the University of London, and he was later named a finalist for the Rhodes Scholarship. In the summer of 2018, Alex conducted original research on the relationship between Modern Hebrew and political identity in Israel, and the following summer, he worked as a humanitarian aid worker in Dominica with the NGO IsraAID. Pursuing a degree in economics and participating in the Interdisciplinary Honors Program, Alex was awarded the UW President's Sophomore Medal in 2018 as the student with the highest academic standing at the university for his first two years of study. Alex plans to pursue a degree in law at Stanford university and later enter a career in public service.
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Tanmay Sapre
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: The proudest moment is being awarded the Mary Gates Scholarship for my research conducted at UW.
Thesis: A Biodegradable, Multifunctional Hydrogel as a Vascular Graft Sealant
My professional interests are studying physiology and biochemistry and trying to engineer low cost, reasonable, and effective solutions to problems that arise in the human body such that they can be treated successfully. This passion will hopefully lead me towards a career in medicine where I hope to contribute towards revolutionizing the way medicine is practiced. Participating in a translational research project for 3 years has sparked my interest in the field of research and how it is related to medicine. During my spare time I am interested in playing and watching basketball, cooking, and exercising.
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Grace Stephenson
International Studies
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International Studies
Global Health
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: The feeling of relief & happiness from publishing two research reports within the span of three months!
Thesis: Victimization in Post-Conflict Recovery: The Effects of International Language, Media, and Social Identity on Persons with Disabilities in Sierra Leone
grace.stephenson@yahoo.comThese past four years have shaped both my personal and career goals - I have grown immensely and been able to explore and refine my interests in social justice, health, and human rights!
My passion for public health and justice strives from my belief that everyone deserves access to services and health. Yet so many people are systematically denied this right, particularly marginalized communities. I really hope that I can do my small part to push for equity in the US and abroad throughout my life.
Senior year, I was able to do research in two fields. Through the JSIS Honors program, I worked closely with professors and local organizations on research related to persons with disabilities in post-conflict recovery. Through Task Force, I was able to be a part of a lovely team that researched human rights abuses & ICE Air Operations in King County.
When I went to India for three months and worked at a few nonprofits my sophomore year, I knew that if I wanted to be useful I needed to learn Hindi. So I have been taking Hindi at the UW for the past two years. It's been really, really hard but rewarding! I hope to work on issues surrounding human rights in India one day, particularly around sexual and gender based violence.
Working with Its On Us, the campaign to stop sexual assault on college campuses, both nationally and at UW, I have been able to advocate for those affected and provide resources on campus. This continued as I did research on trauma-focused care on campuses with the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Center! I have loved dedicating my time to something so important.
There are so many causes I want to work on - but when I'm not working I love to paint, travel, spend time outdoors, watch hysterically bad movies, and eat (a lot).
I am excited to start working in the field & hopefully traveling before grad school in a few years!
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Aleenah H Ansari
Human Centered Design & Engineering; Comparative History of Ideas
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Human Centered Design & Engineering; Comparative History of Ideas
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Presenting my research at the Undergraduate Research Symposium!
Thesis: Gentrification, Displacement, and the Question of Responsibility
My WebsiteI see myself as a story-listener who believes that she can learn from everyone, which I have done through writing articles about diverse communities on campus, work as a writing tutor, and internships at Microsoft as a UX writer and content creator. I'm working at Microsoft as a writer post-graduation, but I feel the most whole when writing love letters, discovering new murals, and sampling seasonal flavors of ice cream at Salt & Straw.
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Alexandra Bartos-O'Neill
Philosophy, Political Science
Alexandra Bartos-O'Neill
Philosophy, Political Science
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: All my life I struggled with feeling not good enough, no matter how hard I tried or worked at something. However, an experience spring quarter of my freshman year changed that. On the UW Mock Trial team with my 5 other teammates, I realized it was possible to work hard and reap the rewards of it when we received a top accolade at the National Tournament. Following that moment, I had the mindset of going through life looking at the quality of education and experiences, making what I knew was great out of it, and building my own success without regard to outside limitations that others might put on me.
At the end of my undergraduate experience at the UW, I now am looking at transitioning to Law School at the UW in the following academic year. I'm excited to finally see my dreams become a reality and work with the nitty-gritty bits of the law after doing years of "fake" law with UW Mock Trial. I hope to continue feeling passionate about trial work and advocacy, but also maintain my love of singing opera even with an impending busier schedule. I look forward to putting my education to good use by helping those without a voice, those without the means, and those who have trouble navigating a complex system in the future.
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Katherine Scannell-Daniel
History and Political Science
Katherine Scannell-Daniel
History and Political Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was getting into honors, and fulfilling one of my most important longterm academic goals. Getting to interact with and learn from my History Honors cohort was one of the most exciting experiences of my college career, and I am extremely grateful for every minute of it.
Thesis: Wives, Daughters, and Rebels: Women’s Interactions With the Law and Society During the Triumviral Proscriptions
Over the course of my time at UW, I have been able to expand my horizons and be a part of so many wonderful organizations. This has all set me on the path to becoming a teacher, and I am excited to be starting my masters in teaching next year!
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Anastasia Evgenievna Voronina
Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
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Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Getting invited to join Foster's Honors Program
My entire life I traveled the world with my circus family, and only in the last five years have I settled down. In this time, I have managed to participate in the Running Start program, thereby saving two years worth of time and tuition, and complete Foster's Honor's Program! Although prioritizing my studies has been well worth it, I think I'm ready to return to my roots and rejoin the artistic community. Except now I have the ability to both be on stage as well as run the business.
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Carra N Bowes
Philosophy
Carra N Bowes
Philosophy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Being able to pull my grades and requirements together in 2 years to graduate with UW honors
I started my college education in Oregon where I first discovered traditional philosophy and political philosophy-- immediately falling in love. As I progressed in my studies, I felt unfulfilled, as philosophy often makes one feel. So I packed up my life and left to study in the heart of it all; Rome. While learning amongst some of the oldest structures of "modern" government, I was also able to travel around Europe visiting historical landmarks such as the Acropolis, Sachsenhausen, and the Sagrada Família. I visited 7 countries and saw everything Italy had to offer from the Northern mountains to the bright blue coast, and the rolling hills of Tuscany. Here, I decided I needed to be at a university that had like-minded people willing to seriously question the condition of the world my generation is inheriting. I found these people in my philosophy classes at the University of Washington. Being able to be surrounded by an environment where being a "nerd" is the status quo, I felt I didn't have to hide how much I cared about my studies anymore. Thus, over my short two years here I have been challenged and grown so much. After Trump was elected, I started an internship at Senator Patty Murray's office through UW which taught me the value of individual citizen's voices, local government, and grassroots organizations. In my academics at UW, I have learned so much from my peers and my professors as well as from myself. UW truly has fostered the academic environment I needed in my undergraduate career in order to introspectively reflect on how I want to be as a person.
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Sophia Jean Knudson
Medical Anthropology and Global Health, Anthropology of Globalization
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Medical Anthropology and Global Health, Anthropology of Globalization
Nutritional Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moments at UW were the ones where I was able to translate my study abroad experiences back home. I learned to ask deeper questions, gaining perspective when talking about marginalized populations after working with a refugee camp. I promote social justice as a praxis for global health. I defend social science as equally important to the "hard" sciences. I developed a discovery and exploration mindset. But I also learned how not only to stop burning my toast in the morning, but to cook artisanal Italian food that has made my life a lot yummier and healthier.
My Website soph.knudson@gmail.comSince I was little, I’d always dreamed of what was out there in the world. I’d sing along to Aladdin’s “A Whole New World” and the Little Mermaid’s “Part of Your World,” sat mesmerized by Mulan’s strength to leave her home and family not only to protect her country but to seek independence and learn more about herself. As I got older, as a family we’d watch The Amazing Race every Sunday, and in the intro my mom would say “I’ve been there! I’ve been there!” and I so envied her. I’ve always desired to go beyond the sea to my left and mountains to my right, and see what else is out there - this is why I sought to explore at every moment I could in my husky experience.
I’ve had the privilege of traveling a lot within the four years I spent at UW. It is because of my travels and other experiences outside the classroom that I’ve been able to connect the dots with the equally important lessons I’ve been learning in Medical Anthropology and Global Health. Learning about institutionalized oppressions among marginalized peoples is incredibly valuable, but then being able to translate it to stories I heard from refugees and Roma people in my study abroad in Sardinia helped me understand more of the complexities and humanistic nature of it all. Discussing inequalities in health care provided a framework for my experiences abroad witnessing a lack of social justice and how that affected migrant health.
As an interdisciplinary honors student, an anthropology student, and a student traveler, I have been so lucky to embrace a holistic learning style. Humbled by the privilege I have, and passionately seeking to make health care systems and food systems more equitable, I reflect on my husky experience as the foundation for the type of discussions and work I will do for the rest of my life.
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Kyler T Jobe
Environmental Studies
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Environmental Studies
International Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Presenting my capstone research on compostable diapers at the Program on the Environment Capstone Symposium
k.jobe@outlook.comMy upbringing, of environmental education, skiing, and backpacking in the Pacific Northwest, fostered my goal to work toward a career in environmental policy to help ensure the environment as we know it will stay prime for adventure for all future generations. I’ve been an executive officer of Global Sustainability Initiatives, a College of the Environment Student Ambassador, and intern for Connect 3 — a nonprofit that partners with villages in Ethiopia and Peru to improve waste, water, and education practices.
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Makenna M Berg
Nursing
Makenna M Berg
Nursing
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments while at UW was being accepted into the School of Nursing.
Thesis: Sleep in Hospitalized Patients (SHOP): Bedtime Routine in the Psychiatric and Behavioral Medicine Unit at Seattle Children's Hospital
In my time at UW, I was involved in Dance Marathon at the University of Washington. This on campus organization raises money for the Uncompensated Care Fund at Seattle Children's Hospital. This year we raised over $70,000! I also volunteered at UWMC for three years. In addition, I worked at UWMC as a Nursing Technician on the Medical/Oncology ICU. All of this experience tied into my passion for research and the design of my project!
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Rayne Tineal Anderson
Materials Science and Engineering
Rayne Tineal Anderson
Materials Science and Engineering
Chemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Seizing the opportunity to work in a laboratory setting for all 12 quarters I attended the University of Washington.
Thank you mom I love you! My success wouldn't be possible without your unconditional love and support.
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Brian Lusby
Biochemistry
Brian Lusby
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Thriving in the honors chemistry series freshman year and making so many amazing friends and connections.
brianjlusby@gmail.comHello! My name is Brian and I am from Vancouver, WA. I am extremely involved in olympic weightlifting and exploring the outdoors in any way I can. My professional interests surround community medicine, medical anthropology, and community activism.
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Josh Wolfe
Psychology
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Psychology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment would be when I was given the opportunity to present my research and findings to my peers at the Mary Gates Undergraduate Research Symposium. Not only was it great to be able to share my work with others, but it was amazing to hear about all the other incredible work my peers have been doing.
Thesis: Using Resting-State Functional Connectivity to Detect Uncomplicated Mild Traumatic Brain Injury in U.S. Military Populations
I'd like to thank UW, Dr. Tara Madhyastha, Dr. Christine Mac Donal, Dr. Chantel Prat, and many others for everything they have done to help me along my journey here at the university. I look forward to applying everything I've learned in psychology, statistics, and computer science in industry.
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Kurt A Delegard
Comprehensive Physics
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Comprehensive Physics
Mathematics and Asian Languages & Cultures
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Making lifelong friends, and making lifelong memories with them.
My Website kurt3903@gmail.comI came to UW in 2016 with the intent to become a nuclear physicist. It was a big change for me, not only transitioning from high school, but also to live in the city and take care of myself independently. I made many new friends and had the best roommates I could have hoped for here at UW! I also had a great part-time job working at Bay Laurel Catering, which was a very unique and rewarding experience. I got to participate in undergraduate research in the UW Quantum Ion Computing Group, working alongside a fun and talented group to put my physics skills to work.
The Physics Departmental Honors program showed me several new and exciting research applications in modern physics. I got to study several experiments in great detail, which not only improved my understanding of the physics involved in these studies, but gave me a greater appreciation for the applications of physics and the knowledge I was gaining.
Life at UW has certainly opened up my eyes to trying out new experiences and opportunities - I now see the wide variety of possible careers and higher education that await me as a physics graduate. While I am considering graduate school in my future, I want to get a job where I can apply my physics knowledge and see what fields I want to pursue in detail. I can't wait to see what the future holds for me and my fellow graduates!Departmental HonorsTags:
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Katrina Salazar Punzalan
American Ethnic Studies and Law, Societies, and Justice
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American Ethnic Studies and Law, Societies, and Justice
Oceania and Pacific Islander Studies, Diversity, Labor Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I am proud to have served as the ASUW Pacific Islander Student Commission Director from 2016-2017 and to have been named a Husky 100.
Thesis: Precarious Histories: Legacy Workers in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
I am the child of Filipino migrant contract workers to the CNMI and embody the culmination of my parents' sacrifices. My Husky Experience gave me a platform to find empowerment in my identity as a queer Filipinx born in the Northern Mariana Islands through opportunities that enabled me to apply my own story and my family's story in leadership and academia. My goal is to serve as an attorney for the people of the Marianas, especially migrant workers and Pacific Islanders marginalized by U.S. federal law and policies.
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Riley K Brown
Finance and Marketing
Riley K Brown
Finance and Marketing
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment is leading our football team out of the tunnel for my senior Apple Cup games with our mascot Dubs! Being one of his handlers has been by far the coolest thing I’ve done in college!
Hi all! I’m Riley and graduating from the Foster School of Business this Spring. Throughout my time at UW I have enjoyed building community through getting involved with things like Honors Peer Educator program, ASUW, Panhellenic Executive Council, Montlake Consulting Group and more. I have made so many wonderful friends and had so many incredible experiences that have shaped who I have become. Despite this year not ending the way I would wanted, I would never trade my time at UW for anything!
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Savanna Yee
Computer Science + Informatics (Human-Computer Interaction)
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Computer Science + Informatics (Human-Computer Interaction)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: When I found out that some teaching tools I made were being used in lecture demonstrations for hundreds of students
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Caleb Ellington
Computer Science, Bioengineering
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Computer Science, Bioengineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Being inducted to the Husky 100
Thesis: Deep Learning Applied to Unreliable Contact Prediction in De Novo Protein Models
My WebsiteI'm a new Ph.D. student at the joint Carnegie Mellon -- University of Pittsburgh Computational Biology program. My primary research interests are improving out-of-the-box deep learning methods for computational biology and biological simulation. I aim to improve therapeutics development and bioinformatics availability in low resource settings.
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Shana Reka Edouard
Earth and Space Sciences
Shana Reka Edouard
Earth and Space Sciences
Dance
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was receiving a study abroad scholarship to study in Canada through the Killam Fellowships Program.
My two passions in life are earth sciences and performing arts. I am so glad that I was able to pursue both at the University of Washington, majoring in Earth and Space Sciences with departmental honors and minoring in Dance. Throughout my years in college, I have received three scholarships, studied abroad for four months in London, Ontario, CA, and became involved in two research projects with the Earth and Space Sciences and Atmospheric department. I am proud to be graduating with departmental honors and cum laude.
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Briana E Lee
Biochemistry and Neurobiology
Briana E Lee
Biochemistry and Neurobiology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Completing a research project and writing it up into a scientific paper!
Thesis: Differential Longitudinal Posterior Cingulate Cortex Connectivity Trajectories in Normal Aging, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Alzheimer's disease
s-brlee@comcast.netApart from research, I enjoy long distance running and writing.
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Jake T Woods
Communication
Jake T Woods
Communication
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Participating in a Study Abroad program in León, Spain.
Thesis: The Communication of Families of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
I am 22 years old and ecstatic to have completed my undergraduate education. I will be moving on to put my Communication degree to work in the healthcare industry, starting in Olympia, WA. One of my main interests is driving a racecar all across Washington State, which I have been doing for over 12 years. I am thankful for my time at UW and proud to have completed a Thesis for my departmental honors study.
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Wen Qian Chua
Architectural Design
Wen Qian Chua
Architectural Design
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Graduating from the UW architectural design program
Thesis: Lighting Design for Health and Happiness in Nordic Architecture
My Website wqchua@uw.eduHello! I am Wen, and I am an architectural design student. I love pretty things, running, playing the violin and eating croissants.
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Evan Edmund Cunningham Epstein
Chemical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: This past winter I had the opportunity of organizing Introduce a Girl to Renewable Energy as the Outreach Director of Women in Chemical Engineering. 193 girls showed up for an afternoon of hands-on instructional demos provided by UW STEM organizations
Thesis: Establishing a Method for the Quantification of Poly-ethylene Glycol Surface Density
evanepst@gmail.comHi! My name is Evan and I use he/him pronouns.
I moved to Seattle from Boston to attend UW. It's true what they say... west coast, best coast. Since moving here, I've discovered a love of the outdoors: hiking, camping and skiing on REAL mountains. I made some amazing friends, both in and out of Honors. But maybe most importantly, I found a direction.
I committed to Chemical Engineering in Sophomore year without any idea about what Chemical Engineering was. As researcher in the Nance Lab, a ChemE lab which engineers nanoparticles for use in the brain, I discovered a passion for applying my education and abilities to challenges facing pharmaceutical research. I took this new passion and interned for Just Biotherapeutics, working to overcome the limitations viscosity imposes on protein-based therapeutics. I hope to continue this work for years to come.
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Robert Thadeus Sternberg
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Robert Thadeus Sternberg
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Quantitative Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Becoming a Bonderman Fellow
Thesis: Diet Composition of Carnivores in the Western United States Over the Last Century
thadeus@uw.eduFrom a very young age, I have had a love for the outdoors and studying animals. Both of my parents have jobs in the environmental field, leading me to aspire to be like them when I came of age. They have been my biggest supporters and I cannot thank them enough for encouraging me while I pursue my dreams. I am currently an undergraduate student in my last year at the University of Washington. I am obtaining a B.S. in Environmental Science and Resource Management with a focus in Wildlife Conservation. I am also minoring in Quantitative Science. Before attending the UW, I transferred universities twice while balancing financial hardships with my scholarly career. I am extremely proud to be graduating alongside my peers, having finished my bachelor's in only four years. My time here at the University of Washington has provided me with many resources and truly set me up for the future. While at the UW, I have worked in both the Predator Ecology lab and the Disturbance Ecology lab in the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences. Both experiences have prepared me for a career in the realm of ecology and inspired me to continue my education in a graduate program. Before starting graduate school, I have accepted a wildlife technician position with the University of Illinois - Springfield where I will be reintroducing and monitoring state endangered Osprey. Following this summer, I have the privilege of travelling the world as part of the Bonderman Travel Fellowship. My long-term career aspirations are to work for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife or United States Fish and Wildlife Service managing wildlife populations, specifically focusing on predators.
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Erica Hsia
Business Administration (Finance, Information Systems)
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Business Administration (Finance, Information Systems)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Establishing a Professional Business Fraternity, Phi Chi Theta, at the Foster School of Business- there are now over 50 members!
By serving on council for my sorority, facing the challenges of founding a Business Fraternity chapter, and tackling adventures during the Honors study abroad in Rome, I have honed my leadership skills. Through these experiences, I have developed a love for working with other people in fast-paced environments. This passion has led me to realize what I seek in a career and is why I am excited to start in financial advisory at Deloitte this coming fall.
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Maya Kay Norton
Comparative History of Ideas
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Comparative History of Ideas
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Being a featured artist in Human Condition Magazine.
Thesis: Let the Body Speak: Stories of Food and Self through Art and Oral History
My Website mayakaynorton@gmail.comI love drawing surrealist portraits, every dog I have ever met, and singing loudly along with Frank Ocean songs. I have loved these past four years at UW, and owe what I have been able to accomplish to the support and love of my wonderful family, mentors, professors, and the Honors community.
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Noah Emmett Leary Johnson
Mechanical Engineering
Noah Emmett Leary Johnson
Mechanical Engineering
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Making turbine parts that enabled new marine renewable energy research.
My WebsiteMy parents are wonderful and shaped me in all the best ways, helping me become a compassionate, patient, and thoughtful person. I majored in mechanical engineering at UW and participated in projects and work that are linked together with the common threads of renewable energy and water. I’m looking forward to traveling the world as a Bonderman Fellow, guided by thoughts about humanity’s varied relationship with water. Upon returning, I’d like to extend beyond my engineering background into spaces that holistically work on improving community identities, understandings of water, and design.
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James Julian Means
English
James Julian Means
English
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Getting accepted in the Columbus School of Law with a full scholarship
Thesis: Dysfunction: A Terminal Family Illness
I hail from Virginia and have lived there my entire life. However, for college I knew that I wanted to get off of the East Coast. After visiting UW, I fell in love with it and was determined to attend, and now I find myself about to graduate with a degree from an incredible university. The UW has been great to me. I have found the facility and people on campus incredible. Originally a chemistry major, a mishap in Calc 124 lead me to rethink my decision. I took a single english class the spring of my freshman year. It was American Lit 250 with John Griffith, and from there I was hooked! I changed majors and became an English major. I instantly fell in love with the program and the department. The professors were incredible! At UW, I have had plenty of Professors I did not like. But in the English department, I loved all of my professors! They are all great! And my fellow students were also great! Very friendly and intelligent. I decided in the spring of 2018 to apply to the English Honors Program and I am so glad I did because my experience in the program has been great! It takes the best parts of the English program and makes them even better! Overall, I am incredibly happy that I became an English Major and that I took the honors track.
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Chiara Rose DeSantis
Public Health - Global Health and Spanish
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Public Health - Global Health and Spanish
Diversity
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Being selected as a Husky 100 has been one of my proudest moments at UW.
ChiaraRDesantis@gmail.comThe University of Washington’s welcoming and open nature propelled me to embrace all parts of myself, especially my multiracial identity and hair loss disease, Alopecia Areata. Throughout my four years, I learned that there is power in looking different and want to use my platform to pay it forward. I chose to pursue a degree in Public Health-Global Health so I can use my own experiences within the healthcare system to bridge inequities and make it more inclusive and accessible for all.
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Terezia Maria Redfern
Spanish Language and Literature
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Spanish Language and Literature
Comparative Literature
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proudest of my honors thesis because it was challenging. It required intense focus, adaptability, and persistence.
Thesis: Las semillas de la sombra (Shadow's Seeds)
Hi, I’m Terezia. I have nurtured the dream of earning a B.A. for a long time. I have always loved the Spanish language and was fascinated by its musicality and potential to express emotion. However, it was through the study of literature written in this language that I realized how deeply Spanish resonated within me.
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Dave Bonan
Atmospheric Sciences
Dave Bonan
Atmospheric Sciences
Applied Mathematics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Publishing a few first author papers on various topics pertaining to climate change.
Thesis: Disaggregating uncertainty in the regional climate response
My WebsiteI am a scientist, artist, and climber trying to find where the three can intersect.
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Max Florian Steiner
Chemical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
Applied Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Seeing my friends with whom I transferred from community college graduate from the UW and continue to carve out their own path.
steiner.gen@gmail.comBorn in Boston, grew up in Austria, fell in love with music early on and eventually took an interest in chemical engineering. I enjoy long-distance running, lining up for archery sessions, hanging out for some Dungeons & Dragons, and am almost always down to learn a new skill. My time here at the UW, with its resources and research environment, allowed me to pursue many of these interests, and provided an education that I know has already had a lasting effect on my trajectory forward.
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Michaila S Forte
Biochemistry
Michaila S Forte
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Finishing the p-chem series!!!
My WebsiteMy time at the University of Washington was transformative academically, socially, and internally. Some highlights included working with University of Washington Dream Project, interning at a mental health non profit in Gujarat, India, and studying abroad in Berlin and Edinburgh. UW instilled in me a passion for science, education and equity, and empowering underrepresented voices, and helped me find a path that combines all three of these things. I am a 2018 Teach for America Corp Member and I will be teaching high school chemistry in New Orleans.
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Nell Baumgarten
Biology and Psychology
Nell Baumgarten
Biology and Psychology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Being nominated by the Psychology Department for the College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s Medal!
neb2016@gmail.comI am incredibly grateful for the opportunities and experiences I have had while a student at UW. Some of my most meaningful experiences throughout college include working as an assistant in an inclusive preschool classroom at the EEU, interning in the Seattle Children’s Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine Unit, and coordinating a reading program in the Seattle Children’s Neurodevelopmental Clinic.
I also enjoyed researching the effect of pollution on mussels in the Carrington Lab, studying abroad in Costa Rica, and taking the leap to join the climbing team at UW with no climbing experience! I look forward to my next chapter, which will hopefully include bikepacking (backpacking, with everything on a bike), camping, reading, and lots of good coffee.
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Audrey Immel
Public Health-Global Health
Audrey Immel
Public Health-Global Health
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Improving my Spanish while living in Quito!
I'm proud to graduate in a time when public health is more critical than ever. More than anything, my major has taught me the importance of investing in and working with communities before health crises occur. There is a lot to be sad about in the public health world but I feel hopeful when looking at my classmates who will eventually be running the show. One day, I hope to continue my public health education with a Masters of Epidemiology.
While working towards my public health degree, I was able to take time to explore my other interests. I took classes in literature, creative writing, and am now even enrolled in an online music production class! I studied in Mexico and Ecuador, showing me that language learning is one of the best ways to make connections. I have pushed myself out of my comfort zone with backpacking, climbing and skiing for the first time. But all of these explorations were anchored by a wonderful group of friends, many of which I met in the Honors Program!
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Alex Ianchenko
Architectural Design
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Architectural Design
Danish
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Cutting the ribbon on a project that our studio designed and built for Nathan Hale High School!
Thesis: No building is an island: the role of design in sustainability, stewardship, and culture
My WebsiteWhen I was accepted to UW, I wasn't sure which direction I was going to go - I decided to give architecture a shot as a compromise between science, art, research and action. Four years later, I have found a passion for built environments and their role in a rapidly-changing world. UW has given me the opportunity to hone an interest into a career path, while staying true to my values - balancing technical as well as theoretical aspects of scholarship and practice. I use the skills the Department of Architecture has given me every day, as I continue to negotiate between research and industry for sustainable future cities.
It takes a village - polishing my passion for architecture would not have been possible without my mentors and colleagues, who challenged me to think farther, broader, and deeper in every studio. I am extremely grateful to Kate SImonen, Gundula Proksch, Rob Peña, Jen Dee and Kristian Næsby for their guidance, patience and optimism - and to my classmates and friends for always lending their ears, advice, kindness and various drafting/modeling supplies that I forgot to bring.
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Lisa Rei Courtney
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Lisa Rei Courtney
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting through CHEM 142 (despite the awful midterm grade) and the reassurance that yes, I can succeed in engineering prerequisite courses, despite women being underrepresented in the engineering field, and I am capable of graduating with an engineering degree.
I am graduating in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a focus in Water Resources. I pursued an engineering degree (despite having no family members in STEM) because I wanted hands-on skills to help better the world. I studied abroad in Peru after my Freshman year, and while working with a local informal urban community, my eyes were opened to how lucky we are here in Seattle to have clean running water. In addition to my interest in water resources, I really want to promote sustainability, as well as encourage women in STEM. Through my activities in the Civil Engineering RSO, Concrete Canoe, I worked to design one of the most environmentally friendly concrete mixes in recent years at UW Concrete Canoe, as well as continue working on setting up the Rainwater Recycling system for the Construction Materials laboratory in More Hall. Another activity I have been so grateful to be a part of, is Phi Sigma Rho Engineering Sorority (Phi Rho). I have received so much support from my sisters in Phi Rho, and I held multiple leadership positions throughout my four years in Phi Rho, in order to give back and continue to grow this amazing community of women pursuing STEM.
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Fa'aumu Kaimana
Anthropology: Medical Anthropology & Global Health, Sociology
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Anthropology: Medical Anthropology & Global Health, Sociology
Oceania and Pacific Islander Studies, Diversity
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proud of finishing my Honors thesis, and of the relationships and opportunities I created during my time at UW!
Thesis: “Family is Everything”: Importance of Embracing Family for Indigenous College Students’ Educational Success and Leadership Development
faaumukaimana@gmail.comI am Fa'aumu Kaimana, and I am graduating from the UW with majors in Medical Anthropology & Global Health, and Sociology. I explored the concept of family in my honors thesis, which investigates the role of family in Indigenous students’ educational success at the University of Washington. In a year's time, I hope to pursue a doctorate program in Indigenous Studies or a related field, and research the relationship between language and resilience among Seattle area Indigenous communities.
2020 President's Medalist (Four-Year Award), awarded by President Cauce at graduation
2020 Husky 100 Award Recipient, awarded for an exemplary Husky Experience inside the classroom, in communities, and beyond
2020 Curtis Wienker Award for Best Honors Thesis in Anthropology
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Amanda Elaine Chalfant
Computer Science
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Computer Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Becoming a member of the 2018 Husky 100 honorees!
aechalf@gmail.comMy time at UW has been shaped by many amazing and challenging experiences. As a student in Honors and Computer Science, I've learned from amazing faculty how to think critically and creatively on everything from Shakespeare to systems programming. As a future leader in the software industry, I've interned at companies in Seattle and the Silicon Valley, such as Microsoft, Apple, and Google. As a member of this diverse campus, I've been involved in Greek life, advising, and other organizations that aim to better the experience for students across campus. And as an individual, I've endured challenges of the last four years and ultimately become more confident and open-minded. This fall I will begin my career as a Software Engineer at Microsoft working on cloud computing, and I am so grateful for my experiences at UW that have prepared me for the future.
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Jyoti D Bodas
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Jyoti D Bodas
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Overcoming my struggle with higher level math and acing it!
Thesis: Biosolids and Soil Carbon Sequestration in Forest Plantations
I am passionate about helping create and promote alternatives to pollutants and make environmentally healthy living practices common. Here at UW I have had the opportunity to take a diverse range of classes that has developed my interests and skills. I have also had the opportunity to learn about industrial pollution control and regulation through my internship at King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks with the Industrial Waste Team at the Wastewater Treatment Division. After this, I was able to do research on the carbon sequestration potential of biosolids, a product of wastewater treatment in King County. I hope to pursue a Master’s degree in Environmental Toxicology and Public Health/Administration.
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Maria Isabel Zamora
Interdisciplinary Visual Arts
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Interdisciplinary Visual Arts
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proud that I used my time at UW to raise awareness about the ongoing crisis in Venezuela through my artwork, and had the freedom to explore a wide range of mediums finding ways to improve and innovate my work and its powerful message.
I started my path in the Arts in my country of origin, Venezuela, and I could not be more excited to finish my degree in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts at UW. Although Venezuela is no longer my home it is still my main source of inspiration. I am looking forward to use the skills I learned during my time at UW to keep creating meaningful art outside of the classroom.
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Kleitia Cerekja
Public Health- Global Health
Kleitia Cerekja
Public Health- Global Health
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Any moment when I stepped outside of my comfort zone, in terms of academic and experiential learning opportunities.
I am deeply committed to the idea that health is a human right, and plan to use the tools that my department and the honors program taught me to inform how I conduct public health work.
During my time at UW, I have been involved in undergraduate research and service learning with local and state organizations. Additionally, I participated in the Honors Netherlands Study Abroad, where I explored innovation in the cultural heritage sector and it's intersection with public health work. On campus, I was an active member of GlobeMed, a nationwide nonprofit dedicated to supporting grassroots global health work. I am also involved in the local Albanian-American community here in the Greater Seattle area.
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Alexander Le
Electrical Engineering, Geography
Alexander Le
Electrical Engineering, Geography
Mathematics, Classical Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Designing and assembling an E-bike motor drive for my EE capstone project entirely at home!
alexcle97@hotmail.comDuring my undergraduate career, I've always taken the idea of a well-rounded education to heart. Through UW and the Honors Program, I've been able to pursue interdisciplinary opportunities ranging from glaciology research to studying abroad in Peru, all while pursuing a double degree and two minors. I am incredibly thankful for these last four years and look forward to what comes next!
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Em Chapple
BS Psychology
Em Chapple
BS Psychology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Writing a short story for my study abroad independent project!
I'm Em, and I'm graduating in the class of 2020 whoo! I loved being a Husky, and although I'm sad to see my time at UW end, I am so happy that I got to have all of the experiences I did. I was an HFS tour guide, I worked as a research assistant in three different settings, joined my sorority Alpha Omicron Pi, fell in love with my now UW grad boyfriend, and studied abroad in Italy- Rome, Venice, and Florence! I am starting my Master of Public Health at the Boston University School of Public Health this fall, and hope to work in community health practice. Bye UW, and thanks for all the memories!
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Samara Danielle Kleinfinger
Environmental Studies
Samara Danielle Kleinfinger
Environmental Studies
Chemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was finishing my 30-minute documentary that shared the voices and stories of the indigenous people on the Olympic Coast.
Thesis: Ocean Acidification and Native Tribes: Sharing Stories from the Olympic Coast
Throughout my time at UW, I've had so many great experiences. As a two-year member of the SURE-EH (Student Undergraduate Research Experience in Environmental Health) program, I have completed two year-long independent research projects under the guidance of my faculty mentor Dr. Tania Busch Isaksen. Last year, my project focused on improving food waste sorting and recycling at Kirkland Middle School in Washington. During this project, I had the opportunity to first design my own methodology to conduct a waste audit at the school and then was able to instruct and work alongside students to help complete the audit. After analyzing the data with the specific goal of identifying barriers to proper food waste disposal, I created a poster to be displayed in the school’s hallway and collaborated with the school's Green Team to guide future targeted recycling improvement efforts. Continuing with the topic of food waste but at a larger scale, my project with SURE-EH this year involved improving the food waste management system of local food trucks. The City of Bellevue, a community with a robust food truck culture, was looking to revise its current food truck permitting process and was interested in incorporating a sustainable waste management component. In collaboration with two graduate students, I performed a policy analysis to identify the best practices of successful existing sustainable food truck operations around the country. From there, my team and I created qualitative interview questions and surveys and conducted interviews with key stakeholders in Bellevue such as food truck operators, waste management contractors, food donation organizations, and customers. My findings from this research will then be used to inform key recommendations to the City of Bellevue in launching their new sustainable food truck permitting program. Outside of SURE-EH, I also performed research as part of my senior capstone project. I interned with Washington Sea Grant on a project that involved partnering with indigenous coastal communities to examine how ocean acidification is affecting key marine resources as well as overall tribal well-being on the Olympic Coast of Washington. Within the project, my primary role involved conducting and recording in-person interviews with key partners involved in the project such as scientists, oceanographers and tribal leaders which I then edited into a short documentary highlighting the voice of native tribes and the effect these climate-related ocean changes have on their well-being. From there, I then conducted my own research on the vulnerabilities of Olympic Coast’s native peoples to ocean acidification from a food security, economic, and cultural perspective. Besides research, I'm is also currently working with King County DNRP Solid Waste Division as a Recycling and Environmental Services intern. For the past year, I have collaborated and assisted on a multitude of different projects ranging from the Green Schools program, transfer station recycling, the Threadcycle campaign, and many more. In this position, I have completed tasks such as updating public webpages with climate change information, designing infographics and displays to be distributed to schools, analyzing landfill waste tonnage data for potential recycling opportunities, and produced a video demonstrating ways to reduce food waste. Lastly, I've been a member and officer with UW's LUX Film Production club for the past three years. With this club, I've had the fun experience of working with other student filmmakers to write, create, and edit short films each quarter. As one of the club's many screenwriters, I'm so grateful to have had the chance to write dozens of screenplays and improve my writing ability. UW and the range of experiences it has to offer has allowed me to explore my interests and have worthwhile experiences that have lead me to be both prepared and excited for my journey after graduation.
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Sheila Panyam
Philosophy
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Philosophy
Classical studies
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments was taking a graduate-level philosophy class and emerging from it having had a meaningful and successful experience. Not only did I get to learn about climate change and ethics, but I also got to do so with people actually researching the topic professionally.
My WebsiteI am a student from Portland, Oregon who loves to spend her free time reading, writing, and teaching. I competed on the UW's mock trial team for all three years of undergrad, where I had the wonderful opportunity to travel to cities all over the country (including visiting NYC for the first time!). Over the second and third summers of my undergrad, I did policy research at Portland City Hall, where I had the eye-opening experience of being on the other side of public protests. For the last two years, I've also worked at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center, where I've had the pleasure of helping others with developing written work. One of my biggest academic passions is examining women in antiquity who've been consistently overwritten or caricatured in the modern-day in order to clear their names. In fact, clearing names and spreading awareness has become an interest of mine in creative writing. I am working on two novels now, one about identity in Ancient Rome and the other, a retelling of a Hindu myth. I will be attending law school in 2021. I am grateful to the communities that have supported me at the UW, and all the friends, peers, and professors who have made my experience so fulfilling.
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Brian Dang
Drama and English Literature and Language
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Drama and English Literature and Language
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Writing and producing a site-specific play (Ratskin) with an amazing, collaborative group of immigrants.
Thesis: Drama Thesis - Ratskin, a new play // English Thesis - Embracing the Monster: "The Shape of Water" and its Fairy-Tale Utopia
My Website dang.brian97@gmail.comBrian Dang majored in English Literature and Drama. Brian, throughout his time at UW, got involved with collaborative storytelling.
At UW, Brian was the Creative Development Director for the past two and a half years, connecting fellow undergraduate peers with educational opportunities as well as curating, coordinating, and mentoring playwrights in the annual New Works Festival. While Brian primarily focuses on playwriting, he has experience in sound and light design, improv, directing, and dramaturgy. Recent productions that he has been a part of have been Anton (Parley) as the playwright, The Goat, or Who is Sylvia? (UTS) as a co-director, Sleep is for the Weak V (Theatre Battery) as a playwright, and Goldie, Max and Milk (UW School of Drama) as the sound designer.
Brian is interested in pursuing an MFA in Playwriting and a Ph.D. in Performance Studies.
Last but not least, Brian is passionate about the power of stories and the intersection between creative and critical writing. On the side, Brian likes to read, write, watch movies, revel in hopeless romanticism, pet cats, and eat bread.
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Sierra Bonilla
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment is more of a collection of little moments. I was honored with the job of being a TA for two quarters and every time a student would come to me for help, we would work together to best tackle the topic at hand. My happiest and proudest moments at UW were simply watching the student's expression change from confusion to understanding.
Thesis: In-vitro Bubble-Enhanced Heating for Focused Ultrasound Treatments in the Brain
Hi, I'm Sierra. Although this is not exactly how I pictured the end, I am still so proud and thankful for the last four years. I have had the great pleasure of putting something of myself into every piece of my work here at UW and have found a passion and love for medical imaging and its applications in global health. I want to thank my family, friends, and co-workers for their constant support. And now, I am off to graduate school. TTFN!
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Brynn Tweeddale
Human Centered Design & Engineering, Journalism
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Human Centered Design & Engineering, Journalism
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW isn't really a moment at all but the satisfaction that I took on a double degree and the Honors program with the intent to finish all within my four years, and I was able to do so.
My Website brynn.tweeddale@gmail.comI started at the University of Washington with a wide array of interests and no clue which to pursue. I toyed with the ideas of studying business, photography, computer science, design, writing. Now, I am ending my time at UW with more experience in everything that I came for but also with so much more.
My time is defined by more than the degrees that I've earned. This year, I co-founded a creative digital design & marketing agency. I had the opportunity to publish articles with the Seattle Globalist, Northwest Asian Weekly, and the South Seattle Emerald. I interned at a digital marketing agency over the summer before spending over a month in Peru at a remote research facility in the Amazon rainforest.
My travel experiences have been a special highlight of the past four years. Besides my trip to Peru, I also studied abroad in the Philippines. I took a 4,000-mile road trip during spring break of last year to visit many of the sights of America—Bryce Canyon, Zion, the Grand Canyon, Arches, Antelope Canyon. These experiences have been powerful and have shaped my desire to continue to travel after my time at the University of Washington is finished.
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Maren Anderson
Environmental Science & Terrestrial Resource Management
Maren Anderson
Environmental Science & Terrestrial Resource Management
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Winning an award from the Dept. of Communication for my research in rhetoric and then being selected to present my research at a conference.
My Website maanderson14@gmail.comMy time at UW was the best adventure I've been on so far. I explored the intersections of science, communication, health, humanity, and the environment. I grew immeasurably from my involvement in GlobeMed, TEDxUofW, College of the Environment Ambassadors, being a 5th-grade science fair mentor, and studying abroad in Thailand & Indonesia and in Rome with Honors. Most importantly though, I found friends who love learning and honoring all of what makes life worthwhile and fun. Here's to a lifetime more of seeking out interconnectedness!
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Hope J Dorris
Law, Societies, & Justice and Political Science
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Law, Societies, & Justice and Political Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting into my LSJ major!
My Website hjdorris@uw.eduDuring my undergrad studies, I was drawn to questions of human rights, criminal justice, public policy, and international relations. My coursework included topics such as race/ethnicity, global health, homelessness, impoverishment, disability studies, women’s rights, educational equity, international law, sexuality, human trafficking, & climate change. I loved how my majors and Honors informed my passion and curiosity for these topics and provided me with more questions than answers. Two of my favorite academic experiences were participating in a course inside the Monroe Correctional Complex and studying abroad in Jamaica!
For all 3 years at UW, I have loved being a campus tour guide, helping to connect prospective students and families to resources and communities on UW's campus. I also interned with two non-profit organizations, the World Affairs Council and the Human Rights Defense Center, while helping one of my professors as a research assistant on her upcoming book project.
After I graduate from UW in the summer, I plan to attend graduate school, read good books, and travel internationally whenever possible. Being from Olympia, I also hope to get involved with state government, elections, and local change-making. I am so grateful for my time at UW and all of those who have made it so meaningful!
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Becky Darrow
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Becoming a Battelle Scholar through Washington State Opportunity Scholarship
Thesis: Preventing Guidewire Loss During Venous Catheterization
Becky is working with Renda Palo and anesthesiologists Dr. Amber Franz and Dr. Bukola Ojo of Seattle Children’s Hospital to optimize central venous catheterization through UW Engineering Innovation in Health. Outside of school, Becky matches people in mentorship pairings as BMES Crosslink chair, and she spends most of her free time dancing. She fell in love with dance at the age of 4 when she took her first ballet class and throughout her childhood she was classically trained in ballet while also practicing modern, jazz, and lyrical dance. After a few years away from dance, she reentered the scene by learning salsa and bachata as she began school at the University of Washington. She was a member of the UW salsa club and assisted Professor Juliet McMains teaching salsa levels 1 and 2. After graduation, she will spend the summer working at Glossier in the Seattle Pop-up, teaching salsa and bachata dance, as well as learning how to dance zouk. In the fall, she will begin her role as a Consulting Analyst at Accenture.
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Claire Bacon
International Studies
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International Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I'm proudest of the friends I've made and communities I've formed and been a part of during my time in university
My name is Claire, I like long walks on the beach and old Russian novelists...
I studied foreign policy in the Jackson School and am working on proficiency in both Mandarin and French languages. I have been published 4 times during my time in university and have been involved in a number of interesting and engaging communities, programs, and internships both social and academic. After graduation I hope to experience travel, adventure, and enrichment however they manifest.
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Kate Turk
Biology (Physiology)
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Biology (Physiology)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: becoming a published author on an academic article in the Journal of Endocrinology.
My WebsiteI am an energetic, science-loving, outdoor enthusiast who wishes being in school were a career in itself.
During my four years at UW, I volunteered weekly at Seattle Children's hospital, helped bring healthcare services to under-resourced communities in Latin America through Global Medical Brigades, and conducted research in UW Medicine's Department of Nutrition. I also took classes that focused on everything from biochemistry to Latin American Jazz, drank an obnoxious amount of coffee, and made lifelong friendships.
Next year, I will be working for a Global Health nonprofit organization, and I hope to eventually pursue a career in medicine.
Thank you for the adventure, UW!
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Kevin Andrew Nguyen
Physiology
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Physiology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My best memories at UW come from spending time with outstanding, goofy, and vibrant individuals who not only motivated me to become better, but also to enjoy life once (or twice) in a while.
Thesis: Effect of SS-31 on the Sod1KO Model of Sarcopenia
My Website kevinanguyen2@gmail.comHello! I'm Kevin Nguyen. I'll be graduating with a degree in Physiology this year, and I enjoy drawing and painting in my free time.
It feels surreal to conclude my 4 years of undergrad at UW. I remember back to the beginning of high school when I first designated UW as my dream school like it was yesterday. So much has happened during my time here and I will carry the endless memories, relationships, and lessons with me as I continue along my own journey.
Some highlights from my undergraduate career include: working on an extensive research project in the Marcinek lab for almost 3 years; learning from and assisting patients in clinical settings every summer; and collaborating with rad individuals on the Neurobiology Club officer board. And while STEM classes were something else, I'll give some credit to the endless and toiling hours of study for allowing me to indulge in the arts of learning and physiology.
Most importantly, my undergrad experiences have given me a greater perspective on life. There are many many things in this world that need to be improved upon. Personally, I will pursue medicine to not only to heal others but also to fight and rectify the disparities and conflicts that obscure the field from its full potential. My past interactions with other bright individuals along my journey have ensured me that they will do great things and change their respective fields for the better as well.
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Sean Milad Toulouie
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Rushing the field after beating Stanford at Husky Stadium my sophomore year.
My interests are soccer, traveling, and going to new restaurants with my friends.
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Pranav Bhardwaj
Earth & Space Sciences, Environmental Studies
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Earth & Space Sciences, Environmental Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting into departmental honors for both of my majors within a week!
Thesis: Evaluating technological tools to support environmental literacy, Correlating landslide susceptibility and risk using GIS and statistical methods
Being a student at the College of the Environment, I'm constantly amazed by the power of people and education in order to creatively solve environmental issues. For our society to be proactive in solving major environmental catastrophes like climate change, we need to be better science communicators, activists, and advocates for justice and equity. The University of Washington has introduced me to a variety of people, which has just given me the opportunity to mentor, teach, and learn fro and is just one step in being a leader and role-model in my community.
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Cedrik Riley Pearson
Geography/GIS
Cedrik Riley Pearson
Geography/GIS
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Making the Dean's List for nearly 4 years straight
I am a transfer student that has had nothing but a good experience at UW. Over my three year here, I have been blessed to have made many educational and personal relationships that I will cherish forever. Getting to watch the Dawgs play a Rose Bowl in Pasadena is something I will never forget. GO DAWGS
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Mackenzie M Price
English Literature
Mackenzie M Price
English Literature
Political Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I mentored a student at UW through the EDUC 401 program. I was able to utilize many of the skills I have learned in my undergraduate education. The best part was seeing their personal growth and realizing I made a small difference!
My Website mackenziemprice@gmail.comMy name is Mackenzie and I am graduating June 2020! I transferred to UW from a small, private school and it was a hard transition. But I am so glad I made the choice to join the UW community. I found my family and friends as captain of the Alpine Ski Team, balancing schoolwork with long weekends traveling and skiing all over the Northwest. Academically, I am passionate about the importance of the humanities and public policy in regards to equity of education. I had multiple opportunities to work with students, both at the high school level and college level, getting real hands-on experience inside the classroom that I will take into my future as an educator. Through the Honors English Cohort, I co-created a website, Eco-Poetry Washington, that analyzes poems through an eco-critical lens and maps their location throughout Washington State. In addition, I worked closely with faculty to research the reconciliation of land use rights between the National Park and Indigenous Peoples in Alaska. I hope to bring these holistic experiences and knowledge to wherever I go next in life! Go Dawgs!
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Vy K Pham-Nguyen
Microbiology and Biology
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Microbiology and Biology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I have been able to meet many amazing people, especially through OMAD, that inspired me.
Thesis: Analysis of B cell gene expression during HSV-2 reactivation
During my years at UW, I have opportunities to be a part of many different associations, such as OMAD, TriO McNair, Research Labs... Through there I have learned to become a better version of myself. I am proud to have met all of the amazing people that I met. They were the source of inspiration, and also the reason how I found my passion. I would love to continue pursuing my passion in immunology in the future. In my free time, I love listening to music, eating food and watching cute videos.
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Tamar Noa Leveson
English Literature
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English Literature
Music
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Strangely enough, getting a 4.0 in a computer science class that I took to fill a general education requirement only because absolutely no other STEM classes worked with my schedule. I was terrified the entire quarter because it's so completely out of my comfort zone, but it all worked out!
Thesis: READING PREGNANCY AS LIMINALITY IN MODERNIST BRITISH FICTION
My Website tamarleveson@gmail.comI was born and raised in Silicon Valley, and while the four years I've spent at UW have been a bit rainy, I wouldn't change it for anything. In addition to my studies, I have served for three years as a committee leader for UW Hillel, hosted a weekly radio show on Rainy Dawg with my friend Mary every week since winter quarter of freshman year, and interned at a local design magazine called GRAY. I hope to continue my studies in English literature in a master's program in the UK in the near future.
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Katherine S Ort
Environmental Studies
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Environmental Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Attending the capstone symposium and presenting my lightning talk
Thesis: Making Your Spring Break Sustainable: Can Tourism Be A Driver for Positive Environmental Change?
kort89@uw.eduI am recent honors graduate from the University of Washington's Program on the Environment. I completed my undergraduate research in Mexico, where I studied sustainability in the heritage and tourism fields. My main interests are in creating better management techniques so that the travel industry can be more socially and ecologically responsible; and doing interdisciplinary research and applying systems thinking approaches to different problems. I have had the opportunity to develop many of my skills through study abroads in China and in Mexico. I am currently working with a Cultural Heritage Management non-profit in Mexico where I am attending and planning conferences for people in the travel, tourism, and heritage fields and I hope to start a podcast that addresses sustainability in travel.
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Yikai Xu
Finance & Mathematics
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Finance & Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: When I graduated with 2 degrees, and one of them is an honor degree.
I am so glad to graduate as honors. I am excited to connect with other honor alumini.
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Natalie E Pearlman
Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology
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Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was earning the Susan Huscroft Endowment, a two year scholarship for future physicians.
My Website nepearlman@gmail.comMy dad has always told me to do what scares me most in life, that anything worth doing is always a little scary at first. Moving all the way from the Central Valley of California to the big city of Seattle, Washington certainly qualified as a scary decision but it has turned out to be one of the best decisions I ever made. During these past four years at UW I have had incredible opportunities to explore both myself and the world around me. I have studied Alzheimer's using a Drosophila Melanogaster model and presented my research twice. I have taught a guest lecture for an intro level biology course and co-wrote a section of the lab handbook used by hundreds of UW students every year. I backpacked along the Missouri River along the route that Lewis & Clarke took. I walked in the Andean Mountain Range in Peru and Ecuador studying feminism and traditional Indigenous culture. I mentored 8 underclassmen students and co-Directed a leadership development program funded by student dollars. I studied everything from Shakespeare, Molecular Development, and Islam. I made incredible friends who have made me laugh, smile, and love life in a way I didn't know was possible. The degree I am earning from UW encompass all of these experiences and so many more. As I prepare to navigate the world outside of UW, I will continue to strive to find ways to challenge myself and explore the world around me. Eventually, I plan to attend medical school and serve as a doctor and change-maker in the rural health care sector of America. Thank you so much to my family and mentors who have helped me along the way.
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Elizabeth Mayer
International Studies; Russian Language, Literature, & Culture
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International Studies; Russian Language, Literature, & Culture
Arctic Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Finishing the Russian language series
Thesis: Information Operations in Action: Russian Trolls and Black Lives Matter on Twitter
Coming from Texas, I had no idea what to expect from both UW and Seattle, but after four years I have found my academic passions and a great community! I learned Russian, studied abroad in Moldova and Greenland, and discovered my passion for both cybersecurity and climate change. Developing and writing my honors thesis on disinformation was perhaps one of the most intellectually challenging things I did during my time at UW, but it is something I'm incredibly proud of completing. During my time at UW, I researched for the UNFPA and Microsoft, worked as a writing tutor at the POL S/JSIS/LSJ writing center, and served as a mentor to international students. Even though studying at UW was often challenging, I am sad to be leaving the campus and incredibly glad I chose to make Seattle my home.
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Medha Raman
Law, Societies, and Justice; Communication
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Law, Societies, and Justice; Communication
Political Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Presenting my research on drug policy at the ACLU of Washington
Thesis: Framing "Safe" Drug Use: King County's Debate Over Supervised Consumption Sites
raman.medha@gmail.comI've always been passionate about social justice. Growing up in an immigrant family centered in patriarchal norms and values, I first grew interested in the world of social justice as an advocate for women's rights. Since then, my interests have broadened to encompass a variety of social justice issues from criminal justice reform to educational inequality.
I've focused my work at UW on these issues, both inside the classroom and outside. Through my courses, I've learned about institutional racism, the prison-industrial complex, sexual assault and the law, and immigration policy and reform. I've taken this knowledge and applied it to my work outside UW, interning with the US Department of Labor Women's Bureau, the ACLU of Washington, and Pramila for Congress. I've also worked as a teaching assistant and mentor for low-income and first generation high school students in South King County with UW Dream Project, a volunteer at the Washington Corrections Center for Women with the Incarcerated Mothers Advocacy Project, and a Resident Adviser on campus.
After graduation, I plan to continue my work promoting social justice as a Program Coordinator for the UW School of Social Work.
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Claire Fahlman
Law, Societies & Justice
Claire Fahlman
Law, Societies & Justice
Spanish
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I took MGMT 200 (a very difficult business prerequisite known for wrecking GPAs) to prove to my brother that it wasn’t that difficult and got a 4.0, perfectly proving my point
My love of stories led to my love of reading, and my love of reading led to my love of law. After college I will stay in Seattle and study for the LSAT, then apply to schools in the fall. When I’m not doing homework I like to run, home, have picnics in Magnuson park and visit the south Puget Sound. Oh, and I’m a cat person.
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Kendall Horan
English (Creative Writing)
Kendall Horan
English (Creative Writing)
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: I'll never forget a student I tutored telling me writing never made sense to her until she heard me talk about it. I don't think there's a more profound moment of fulfillment and validation for a writing major.
Thesis: Identifying with the Immortal: The Superhero Icon and the Identificatory Paradigm
kendallkmh@gmail.comSome six or seven years ago, my family took a trip to the far and distant Seattle, Washington, and I got it in my head and heart that this city and its big old purple and gold school was where I wanted to be. Now, I couldn't be more certain it's where I was meant to be. My time at the University of Washington and in the Interdisciplinary Honors Program allowed me to indulge every one of my interests and pursue every one of my passions. Though I decided early on I'd be abandoning the path of an engineer for that of a creative writer, UW, thanks in no small part to the Interdisciplinary Honors Program, never required me to give up on my STEM side completely. This school allowed me the confidence and freedom to step blindly but securely into a host of exceptional opportunities. From a quarter spent writing poetry among real live scientists and their real live research at Friday Harbor Laboratories, to the hours I spent problem solving in on-campus creative writing and English thesis workshops, the remarkable thought and reflection I was allowed to facilitate as an Honors Peer Educator and CLUE Writing Tutor, and the unparalleled experiences I shared with peers within my field and well beyond, I've so enjoyed being a Husky. The growth I've undergone these past four years has prepared me to continue following my dreams, as I set my sights on a career in screenwriting. Though I'm loath to leave Seattle, the goals UW has enabled me to pursue will take me to Los Angeles in the next year, and hopefully, before long, to a theater (or television screen) near you.
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Garrett Andrew Esko
Philosophy
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Philosophy
Law, Societies, and Justice
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Making the Dean's List over half of my quarters here.
Despite the struggles I've faced, the UW has been a wonderful place for me to learn and increase in intelligence, wisdom, and faith. The decision to change majors rather than schools, although a hard choice to make, was definitely the right one for me, as staying here allowed me to continue on the path I had already set out for myself and grow as a person, not only as a student. Although I am not sure what lies ahead, I know that what lies behind has prepared me for it, and now I only have to follow God's guidance.
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Sofia Cababa Wood
Visual Communication Design (VCD)
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Visual Communication Design (VCD)
Art History
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Making it through nine finals weeks in the design program
My WebsiteHi, I’m Sofia. I started my undergrad at UW in a new continent, knowing no one. All I knew was that I wanted to see myself somewhere else. And that I wanted to become a designer. Five years later, I can say I’ve pretty much done that. In part, I spent this time working on an undergraduate degree at UW in Visual Communication Design and working as a designer. It is with a lot of work and privilege that I was able to achieve what I have, and I’m proud and thankful.
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Jion Yi
International Studies, Informatics
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International Studies, Informatics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Joining the Newbook Digital Texts Project and realizing my passion in research with Dr. Walter Andrews as my mentor
Thesis: Bitnation: Reimagination of the State-Citizen Relationship and Technological Optimism
My Website jiony4321@gmail.comI was 13 when I left my hometown in South Korea and immigrated to the US. Understanding very little English and speaking even less, I could not imagine how achieved and proud I would feel after five years at University of Washington. Pursuing double degrees was no easy decision, but I was able to thrive thanks to the faculty and staff members at University of Washington who encouraged me to continue interdisciplinary learning and research.
Thanks to Dr. Walter Andrews, whom I met as an undergraduate researcher at UW, I stepped into the interdisciplinary path where I was able to combine my interests in international human rights and technologies. After graduation, I will be starting my first job as a Security Analyst in Chicago. After building more skills and experiences in the private sector, I hope to come back to the academia as a researcher in usable security and privacy tools and continue Dr. Andrews' legacy in interdisciplinary research.
As I move forward to the new city and the new chapter of my life, I will remember the excitement, fear, and courage I felt as a 13-year-old whose life started anew. I would like to thank my parents who made my education possible, all my friends who supported me through thick and thin, and UW faculty and staff members gave me countless valuable lessons.
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Xuanxuan Li
Psychology
Xuanxuan Li
Psychology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Being able to graduate with honors
Thesis: Resting-State EEG predicts learning rates in different languages
Majored in Early Childhood and Family Studies and Psychology, I am satisfied with my journey of learning at UW. Last year, I was able to study at University of British Columbia as an exchange student for an entire year. It was probably one of my best memories at UW. I am so glad I made the choice to study abroad to experience different cultures and to expand on my horizon. The guidance offered by my thesis mentor has greatly helped me to finish my project. I am deeply appreciative of her help. My mentor at the Husky Leadership Program is very supportive of me. I have learned a lot from her. After graduating from UW, I will pursue a graduate degree in education at Teachers College in New York this fall.
Interests: foodie, finding good bubble teas, playing educational games, ice-skating, watching classic/old movies
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Kathleen Marie Meredith
English, Communication
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English, Communication
Dance
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW will be coming up soon, when I submit my full-length thesis for the English Honors program!
My WebsiteAfter starting at UW as an intended biology major, my plan was to become a physical therapist for dancers. By my junior year, I discovered that while I found my science courses to be fascinating, my true passions were in the disciplines of English, communication and dance. Working closely with outstanding faculty in the English Honors program this year has been an incredible experience for me. I have grown immensely as both a reader and a writer as a result of this program. In the future, I hope to continue developing my strengths as a reader, writer and storyteller, in the hope of sharing those passions with others.
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Wylie Fu-Xing Kau
Chemical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was successfully fabricating and testing a high efficiency perovskite solar cell!
My WebsiteGrowing up on Orcas Island, it was a pretty big transition moving away from home and to the UW. Since then, I've grown to love the city of Seattle and the abundant opportunities UW offers its community. I've become fascinated with solar technology, competed for UW in the NC3 Climbing circuit, co-authored a cutting edge research paper, and cemented many lasting friendships. I look forward to summer bike packing trips and helping facilitate a global shift to renewable energies!
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Maria Dyann Osborne
English, Mathematics
Maria Dyann Osborne
English, Mathematics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Receiving the 2014-2015 Sophomore Medal
Thesis: Close Encounters: Bodily Politics of the Dissolving Human Subject in James Tiptree, Jr.'s "Slow Music" and "The Only Neat Thing to Do" (English Honors Thesis)
maria.d.osborne@gmail.comHi, I’m Maria! I am, among other things, a PNW local, a dancer, a baker, a traveler, and a reader. I also have a B.A. now, with majors in English literature and mathematics. Over the last 5 years, I’ve focused on studying gender and sexuality studies, postmodernism, rhetoric, and science fiction. Now more than ever I believe in the power and importance of stories, and have a special fondness for genre fiction and other forms of storytelling not generally considered high brow literature. Simultaneously, I’ve nurtured my love and appreciation of numbers, equations, and logical thought. In total, I’ve written more essays and proofs during my time at UW than I care to think about.
Besides my standard coursework, I’ve been on a research team with the WXML (Washington Experimental Mathematics Lab), studied abroad in Romania and Georgia, and volunteered in local 9th/10th grade math classes. From Eastern Europe to Seattle high school classrooms, these last 5 years have been a journey to so many places I never expected. In the future, I hope to combine my interests in the humanities and quantitative sciences by studying statistics in application to demographic issues and trends.
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Grayson H Baden
Neurobiology
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Neurobiology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Shadowing, interning, and researching at Seattle Children's!
I’ve grown up a lot at UW. I’ve learned more about authenticity, integrity, and resilience through struggles and successes alike. I think my best advice is to find a few things you’re passionate about and do them well – it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the amazing opportunities at UW, but it’s worth it to immerse yourself in a few really cool things rather than get a cursory view of many. Take time to explore and find what you love!
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Karinne Elise Sandstrom
Business Administration, Information Systems and Marketing
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Business Administration, Information Systems and Marketing
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
My WebsiteOriginally from San Diego, CA, I moved up to Seattle four years ago to attend the University to pursue a business degree with Interdisciplinary. These past four years I've loved exploring my new home--whether that be at a local coffee shop or traversing the concrete jungle that is Downtown Seattle. My sophomore year, I left the comforts of my new home and studied abroad in Berlin, Germany. There, I learned about identity through the lens of a refugee, as well as conducted my own research about the identity of an American through a foreign lens. The travel bug has yet to cease, as I will be returning to Europe for three weeks this summer with my friend Shelby.
Throughout my college career I have been lucky to work with various communities in the Greater Seattle area. Following my dad's diagnosis of multiple sclerosis in 2015, I became connected the local chapter of the National MS Society. I spent 8 months as an intern for the Walk MS campaign and organized the Bellingham walk from start to finish. One of my proudest moments of college was watching the last participant cross the finish line, knowing we had raised 50,000 more dollars for MS research and support programs. Personally, my dad's Walk MS team has raised $15,000 in the past 3 years.
My sorority, Alpha Chi Omega has taught me the value of connection and what it means to be a part of an organization that is much larger than the individual. I served as the Vice President of Chapter Relations and Standards my sophomore year and have been on the Chapter Relations and Standards board the other three years. It means a lot to me that, even as a senior, I can give back to an organization that has given me some of my closest friends.
The summer following my third year, I interned for EY as a consulting intern. It was quite intimidating to work in a large corporate setting, but the scariest things reap the greatest benefits. I helped to develop a training program for 400+ staff following a new SAP system implementation. I was able to present my work to a managing partner on the project. Last August, I received a full-time offer with EY for after I graduate.
Of course, not all moments were glorious. But my support network of friends and family were integral during those times. I am forever indebted to my amazing parents who did not hesitate to book me a flight back home when I needed some sun and cuddles with my pup, Cooper. I attribute so much of my success to their unfailing love. My siblings, Kassi, Katie and Nick are also three people that I cannot imagine life without. They are my role models and the best ones out there. My friends and boyfriend are what give me energy to tackle any test or take on any interview. They are my sources of laughter, fun, and hugs on days that words just don't suffice. I am truly blessed.
As I look ahead, both excited and nervous, I can't help but feel grateful for the opportunity the UW allowed me. I am so much more confident and strong than when I first moved here. My eyes have been opened to so many ideas and lives. What brought me here was a mixture of my own determination and the privilege given to me from others. This privilege is something I hope to be able to pass on, so that one day, when someone writes their graduation bio, they beam with pride like I do.
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Satchel Smidt
Operations & Supply Chain Management, Information Systems
Satchel Smidt
Operations & Supply Chain Management, Information Systems
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: When I received a 4.0 in an extremely mathematically challenging course on financial derivatives, even with my strong aversion to math.
I am passionate about cooking, reading, fitness, and music (both playing and listening to). I also love watching movies and am a total film snob.
Some things I've accomplished are: Attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts, going on a month long solo backpacking trip to Mexico, and graduating (hopefully) from the UW with a business degree.
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Riley Grace Borden
English literature
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English literature
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My second-to-last quarter here at UW, I wrote a paper in Jeffery Knight's honors seminar about Shakespeare's so-called "horse sonnets." I have always struggled with research papers, and I never felt like I could read or understand Shakespeare. This turned into the first research paper I felt came fully, loudly, and entirely from own voice, and it was also the first time I realized, after a quarter of careful study, I could read Shakespeare. I have never felt such pride over a research paper before, and since writing it, I have felt like an entire realm of writing has opened up to me.
Thesis: Plathology: Plath, a Piece in the Puzzle of American Women’s Poetry Tradition
rileygraceborden@aol.comHello all! My name is Riley Grace, and after graduating with my two year degree at Skagit Valley Community College, I have been at the UW now for two wonderful, challenging, jam-packed years. Where do I begin to describe this journey? I think I must have told 50 people during my first few weeks at UW how ridiculously joyful I felt every morning to wake up as a student at this university. I had spent months prior researching clubs and groups at UW and planning how I would use every second of my two years. The opportunities at UW ended up being as endless and wide as I hoped and planned for. Now, multiple clubs tried and joined, new people met and befriended, final papers and exams completed later, I feel just as fortunate and thankful. From the professors who dedicated hours to the development of my writing and voice, to engaging classes, to a consciously diverse curriculum, I have most positively been shaped by my experiences as an English major, and I extend my thanks to every individual in the department and across the humanities who made my experience possible. Post graduation, I am looking forward to spending my next three years at UW's law school!
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Anya Zhen Watson
English and Philosophy
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English and Philosophy
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Playing at the Rainy Dawg Radio Battle of the Bands with my band, Cherry Tomato, during my junior year.
Thesis: Does Alcohol Consumption Serve the Interests of the Capitalist State? An Exploration of the Placating Effects of Alcohol and its Role in the Cultural Ideological State Apparatus
My Website anyaw@uw.eduI love playing guitar, running, and drawing. During college, I really enjoyed being involved in extracurricular activities. I was a copy editor and illustrator for the student-run travel magazine, Voyage UW. I also served on the executive board of my sorority for two years. In addition, I was part of a pre-law fraternity, Phi Alpha Delta. I was the outreach officer for The Philosophy Society and was promoted to the position of president during my senior year. I was also an officer for the Songwriting Circle, a UW RSO. Outside of UW-related extracurricular activities, I play bass in a band called Cherry Tomato. I also work at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center as a writing tutor and at The Princeton Review as an SAT instructor.
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Ritika Jain
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Applied Mathematics, Chemistry
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Finishing the reorganization of the ASUW Board of Directors' responsibilities to promote cohesion in roles
Thesis: CXCR4 Overexpression for Increased Renal Progenitor Cell Homing in Response to Kidney Damage
ritjain314@gmail.comI've been working in Dr. Suzie Pun's lab as an undergraduate research assistant for about three and a half years now. In this role, I've worked mainly on projects related to improving therapies for chronic kidney disease through targeted drug delivery as well as regenerative medicine approaches. This fall, I'm planning on starting my first year as a doctoral student in biomedical engineering at Georgia Tech and Emory.
In addition to my academic work and research, I've also been involved in leadership around campus mainly through the Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity and the Associated Students of the University of Washington.
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Tessa Katherine Kolstad
Biology, Nursing
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Biology, Nursing
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Volunteering as a lead at UW Nurse Camp and seeing my campers/future nurses graduate!
Thesis: Improving Pediatric Asthma Shared Management: Development of the Symptom Monitoring and Response Module for the Child Asthma Management Program (CHAMP)
tkolstad@uw.eduI have a previous degree in biology from the University of Washington and worked as a research scientist at Seattle Children's for four years. I came back to school to pursue nursing because my experiences at Seattle Children's showed me that what is really important to me in healthcare are relationships with people, and no one has more intimate relationships with patients than nurses. In whatever work I am doing, my purpose is always to help children lead the healthiest, most fulfilling lives possible.
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Matthew Lucas Ostrom
Industrial Engineering
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Industrial Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Securing a 6-month supply chain internship with Unilever thanks to my class and research experiences.
I came to UW from the Sacramento, CA area and I am graduating with a degree in Industrial Engineering. I have had the opportunity to learn from some great professors, perform research, and work for several companies. Since my sophomore year, I have been working on a team in the ISE department doing research for the U.S. Navy. Through this research, we have built a statistical tool that predicts part obsolescence for parts in naval ship, airplane, and other systems. I am proud knowing that the research we performed will be used on a daily basis by the Navy. Beginning last summer and continuing through the Fall 2019 quarter, I completed a 6-month supply chain co-op for Unilever at its Lipton tea factory in Suffolk, VA. I worked on many interesting projects and learned a lot through this experience.
Being an out-of-state student, I will miss all of the amazing friends I met throughout my time at UW. One of my favorite UW memories was watching the Dawgs play in the Rose Bowl. In the fall, I will be pursuing my Master's degree in Supply Chain Engineering at Georgia Tech.
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Kieran Lewis
Biochemistry
Kieran Lewis
Biochemistry
Chemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment would be presenting my research at the undergraduate research symposium. It was great to see all my work come together like that.
Thesis: Engineering DNA loops using a protein switch DNA sensor
kieral@uw.eduI am most interested in molecular biology, particularly in relation to human health. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing basketball, hiking, and music.
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Mimi Reed
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Mimi Reed
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Quantitative Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Studying abroad and meeting lifelong friends
Thesis: Evaluation of Maasai-Water Relationships in a Changing Landscape: A Case Study of Former Kimana Group Ranch
As an Environmental Science major, I started at UW with an interest in protecting our environment and wildlife, and after these four, short years that interest has grown into a dedication for the decolonization of conservation practices and the inclusion of communities in environmental decision-making. I worked in the SEFS advising department, interned at King County for three summers, studied in Kenya, volunteered, danced in two dance departments shows, and made a lot of good friends and memories along the way.
I am so grateful for my time here and my support system. I couldn't have done it without them. I hope to effect positive change and work towards a more sustainable future, as well as hike, sew, and drink lots of tea.
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Sam Wooley
English
Sam Wooley
English
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Finding my best friends at Rainy Dawg, completing my thesis, and graduating Magna Cum Laude!
Thesis: "We Gon' See the Future First": Subjection, Melancholy, and Queer Utopian Aesthetics in Frank Ocean's Blonde
My Website samwooley@comcast.netOriginally from Edmonds, Washington, I transferred to the UW my sophomore year after a short stint at Occidental College in Los Angeles. I quickly declared my English major after taking Jessica Burstein's captivating course on Modern and Postmodern Literature, where I fell in love with Oscar Wilde and Virginia Woolf. In my senior year, I completed the English Honors program, which allowed me to more closely explore my interest in popular media and its relation to temporality and identity. Specifically, I explored Frank Ocean's recent album Blonde and the future-oriented queer utopian aesthetic I understood it to be articulating. Outside of school, I have been involved with Rainy Dawg Radio since my first quarter on campus. That Fall, I applied to be a volunteer DJ at the student-run radio station. I ended up DJing there for two years, and this most recent year, I was able to serve as the station's Music Director. Rainy Dawg was a wonderful experience for me, allowing me to ground myself in a community within this massive campus. My future plans are currently undecided: in the next year, I hope to travel, write, and keep making rent, and in the long-term future I aim to pursue a career in either academia, high school education, literary publishing, or public radio, or perhaps some combination of these.
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Stephen Anthony Chmelewski
Political Science, Spanish
Stephen Anthony Chmelewski
Political Science, Spanish
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting into Honors! I was not admitted when I applied as a senior in high school, but I reapplied at the end of my freshman year (after taking an Honors course during each of my first three quarters, despite not being in the program) and got in! Huzzah!
At heart, I'm just a pig-raising Eastern Washington boy who somehow found himself in the bright lights of big-city Seattle.
When I arrived at the ol' U Dubya, I knew deep down that I just wanted to study Political Science and Spanish. It was because of these two deep and abiding interests that I found some of the most formative experiences of my college career. My love for politics took me deep into the halls of power (or at least the front desk of Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal's office, where you could catch me on Friday afternoons fulfilling intern duties like shredding paper and answering phones). My affinity for the Spanish language took me all the way across the world (three whole flights! each way!) to the seaside Spanish town of Cádiz, where I spent the entirety of my junior year pretending to do homework while actually eating tapas, chatting with my host mom, and going to the beach every day. It was the life.
So what's up next for the Stephenator now that he's likely peaked and his glory days as an undergrad are coming to an end? Great question, and to be completely honest, y'all have as good of an idea as I do! Perhaps a lil' bit of traveling here, a lil' bit of applying to law school there. No one knows. Anyways, go Dawgs!
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Cen Wei
English and Economics
Cen Wei
English and Economics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Majoring in English
Phi Beta Kappa, English departmental Honors, OWRC tutor, Engl 281 TA,
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Ariana Winkler
Environmental Science & Resource Management and Environmental Studies
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Environmental Science & Resource Management and Environmental Studies
Quantitative Science and Restoration Ecology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: On top of winning "Best Poster Presentation" at the Program on the Environment Spring 2019 Capstone Symposium for her internship project, the trail recommendations she produced from a nine week long camera trap study were accepted and included in the Conservation Plan of her organization, Bainbridge Island Land Trust. This showed that Ariana's work and studies were meaningful and impactful for positive environmental change!
Thesis: Barking Up the Wrong Trail: How Trail Users and their Dogs Impact Wildlife
arianamwinkler@gmail.comAriana Winkler is graduating with degrees in Environmental Science and Resource Management (BS, Honors) and Environmental Studies (BA, Honors) with minors in Quantitative Science and Restoration Ecology. With an interdisciplinary approach to academia, her interests include environmental justice, wildlife, camera traps, statistics and modeling, restoration ecology and climate change mitigation. She appreciates the use of statistics and environmental knowledge to solve socio-ecological problems. Over the four years at UW, she has gained experience in camera trapping, analytical science, ecological field research and the interdisciplinary studies of the environment.
Being out in nature is one of Ariana's favorite features of her studies. Her most treasured memories include fieldwork classes like the Friday Harbor Laboratory Marine Biology Quarter, ESRM 459 Wildlife Conservation in the Northwest, ESRM 304 Environmental Resource Assessment in Pack Forest, the entire Restoration Ecology Capstone series and a Costa Rica study abroad course, where she hiked up to three times a day. In partnership with Osa Conservation in Costa Rica, Ariana modeled occupancy for ocelots on the Osa Peninsula, integrating her passions for wildlife and statistics.
With two degrees, she participated in two amazing capstones. As part of a team of six students, Ariana planned and implemented the restoration of a degraded forest ecosystem located in North Rose Hill Woodlands Park. In her other capstone, she interned with Bainbridge Island Land Trust to design and deploy a nine week long camera trap study, producing over six thousand photos. She used this camera trap data to create ecologically sound trail recommendations based on wildlife and human disturbance.
In addition to her studies, Ariana worked part-time throughout college, using her analytical and scientific skills as a lab technician at a private environmental laboratory. Applying her interest of environmental justice and climate change mitigation, she was a Regional Organizer for the Fossil Fuel Divestment Student Network and was heavily involved in DivestUW.
Ariana hopes to apply her skills in wildlife, land management and statistics to a job in the environmental sector. Nonetheless, Ariana knows learning never stops. After gaining some experience and getting a break from academia, she will look into pursuing a Master's degree in quantitative wildlife ecology.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Annalena Rose Peterson
Business Administration: Finance
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Business Administration: Finance
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was receiving my summer internship offer at The Intel Corporation and presenting my recommendations at the end of the 12-week internship.
My Website annalenarose22@gmail.comMy name is Lena and I am a senior graduating from the Foster School of Business with a focus in Finance. I am passionate about leadership, art and travel. After graduation I will be moving to Portland, Oregon to begin my career as a financial analyst at The Intel Corporation.
During my time at UW I had the opportunity to study abroad in both Rome, Italy and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Both of these experiences yielded a decisive shift in my priorities, relationships, and what I imagined for my future. The journal I kept in Rome served as an outlet to process my experiences, but it also turned out to spark a passion for writing. During my senior year, Buenos Aires reignited my interests in art and travel. I had more time to create, and no shortage of inspiration. I loved visiting new museums, learning the history of the murals decorating the streets, and simply appreciating the idiosyncrasies of a new city.
Spending my final quarter of college quarantined in my apartment, has given me the opportunity to celebrate this last chapter of college with my best friends, and also ample time to reflect on the last four years. College is a primary time in life meant for learning. It just so happens that as much of my education came from outside the classroom, as from inside. And I’ve learned just as much about myself, as I have about the subjects covered in my classes.
I encourage you to take a look at my portfolio if you have a chance, because I’ve added a bunch of art and photos to give viewer a better idea of what’s important to me. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to develop my honors portfolio in punctuation of my senior year, and confident that it is an accurate and continuously evolving illustration of the last four years.
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Parsa Alba Farhang
Neuroscience
Parsa Alba Farhang
Neuroscience
Applied Math
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Conducting a needs assessment for the Neurological Rehabilitation Department at Kathmandu University Hospital in Dhulikhel Nepal. I completed the project with UW students, UW BIOE faculty, and KU mechanical engineering students/faculty during a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary month of work.
Thesis: Developing Methods to Advance Our Understanding of Cav2.1/beta2-Laminin Binding and its Role in the Formation of Active Zones at the Neuromuscular Synapse (NMS)
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My name is Parsa Farhang and I'm a second-generation Iranian-American born and raised in Beaverton Oregon. I'm graduating UW with a B.S. in Neuroscience, a minor in Applied Math, and College Honors. I plan on pursuing a gap year as a research technician before going to graduate school to work towards a Ph.D. in the biosciences!These past several years have uncovered so much about myself and how I want to live my life going forward. I've gained a wide array of soft and hard skills that will help me continue to grow in future endeavors as well as work in the interdisciplinary environments that I crave. I've gained a deeper sense of confidence in myself in not only my academics/work, but also beyond. Lastly, through UW I've gained a lifetime of friends and memories that I'll cherish for the rest of my life!
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Lorraine Alexa Abagatnan
Classics
Lorraine Alexa Abagatnan
Classics
Anthropology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Presenting my research at the 2020 Undergraduate Research Symposium
Thesis: The Role of Food in the Hellenistic and Roman Colonization of Ancient Trans-Jordan
lorraine.abagatnan@gmail.comI am a graduating senior from the Classics department. I focus on Classical art and archaeology. My research interests include food and commensality studies, archaeological theory, and ancient expansion (i.e. colonialism). I have studied abroad in Jordan to work on a Near Eastern archaeological project. I am currently assisting with the Issei at Barneston Archaeological Project. Outside of archaeology, I am especially interested in Sappho and Greek lyric poetry, Greek and Roman epics, and Roman love poetry. I am proud to have completed my undergraduate education at the University of Washington! Special thanks to my two departments for taking good care of me.
My identity as a Filipina-American is very important to me. Despite having lived in the PNW for most of my life, I still consider myself a Southern-California girl through and through. That means a fond love of the ocean, swimming, playing hide and seek in citrus gardens, and other fun things.
My favorite hobbies are things I can do in my living room: reading, writing, playing music, and being with my friends and family. I love the outdoors, so hiking, camping, and general exploration is a must-have in my life! I also practice (and love) judo.
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Josh Maxwell Pollock
Computer Science
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Computer Science
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest memories is completing my close reading essay for the Honors class, Seattle: Reading and Writing the City. My practice with research papers and teaching finally gave me the confidence and skill set to overcome my fear of writing.
Thesis: Sidewinder: Designing Correct Program State Visualizations
My Website jopo@mit.eduI believe in the power of computers to augment the way we think, learn, and solve problems. I combine ideas from programming languages and math with techniques from human-centered design to build transformative tools for thought. I'm currently developing tools that help people learn how to program, debug their code, and explain it to others.
Through research and the Honors program I explored different ways people think to challenge my own understanding and broaden my view of the world.
This fall I will be continuing my research as a PhD student in MIT CSAIL's Software Design Group.
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Tina Chen
Computer Science
Tina Chen
Computer Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Performing at the Rose Bowl with the Husky Marching Band!
I came to UW without a single clue what my next four years would be like. I had no major, only a few friends, and absolutely zero certainty about the future. Looking back, it seems like everything somehow fell into place - I found a subject that excites me, met wonderful people, and was able to practice meaningful hobbies like music and yoga throughout the journey. Of course, I faced many obstacles along the way, but all I really had to do was put in my best effort and go with the flow... I rode the wave and here I am continuing to grow as a software developer working on Amazon Alexa!
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Kristina V Randrup
Environmental Science and Resource Management: Wildlife Conservation
Kristina V Randrup
Environmental Science and Resource Management: Wildlife Conservation
Math, Quantitative Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completeing undergraduate research and presenting my capstone at the research syposium.
Thesis: Black Bear Occupancy Modeling in Washington State
When I'm not studying, I make time to read and run everyday. I race trail and ultramarathons competitively and make sure I always find time to prioritize my passions outside of school.
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Caitlin E McIlwain
Economics
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Economics
Applied Mathematics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Taking a leap of faith to study abroad for an entire year!
Thesis: The Supply Side Responses to The Affordable Care Act
My Website caitlinmcilwain@gmail.comMy name is Caitlin and I am an avid runner, aspiring economist, an Irish-American, and a lover of family, cats, pastries, public policy, and marathons (in that order). When I began my journey at UW, I knew I wanted to study economics to reach the end goal of becoming a stock broker on Wall Street. Little did I know that I would leave UW with an immense passion for public policy, and a goal of fighting "the good fight" by using my economics background (and hopefully a Master's in Public Policy) to do so. After taking a course on global challenges, I discovered that I wanted to use my economics background to build and analyze economics models that could explain how policy affects consumers, firms, and the economy. I tacked on an Applied Mathematics minor in order to give myself a more robust math background for whatever future path I follow.
During my time at UW, I experienced many successes: I have run five marathons (qualifying for the Boston Marathon four times, running it twice), I studied abroad at the world renowned London School of Economics for an entire year in an unaffiliated study abroad program, I surprised myself by my success in my mathematics courses, I found an new passion for creative writing, I wrote my Economics Departmental Honors Thesis on the Affordable Care Act, reinforcing my passion for Public Policy, and in August 2017, I accepted a full time job offer to work for EY doing economic analysis in the field of Transfer Pricing. But while at UW, I also grappled with uncertainty, fear of failure, the meaning behind my own privilege, global challenges, institutionalized marginalization, problematizing culture, challenging (and at the time, unsolvable) mathematics and economics problems, and my own self confidence. During these challenges, I am reminded of my support system that consists of my parents (and three little brothers at home), my very loyal dog (and not so loyal kitty), my friends who have seen me at my worst, my professors who have doubled as mentors, and my relationship with God which as grown immensely since I set foot on campus in 2014.
To quote T.S. Eliot, "We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time." Thus, I don't think of this as the end of something, but merely as the beginning.
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Sanne Casello
Neuroscience
Sanne Casello
Neuroscience
Art History
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Kicking off my last year as a dawg by running the Seattle Marathon!
Thesis: Stress activates the dynorphin/kappa opioid receptor system in the prefrontal cortex to disrupt cognition
sannecasello@gmail.comI'm so grateful to have immersed myself in my two passions, neuroscience and art history, during my time at the University of Washington. Studying abroad in Florence summer quarter of my freshman year ignited my love for art history and inspired me to pursue a minor. The opportunity to take these classes bestowed a breadth of knowledge I wouldn't have otherwise obtained and have been some of the most enlightening classes I've taken at the UW - many thanks to the lovely professors of the Art History department!
In academic contrast, the opportunity to be a member of the Chavkin Lab the past four years has shaped my undergraduate experience. Neuroscience has always been one of my passions, but my positive experience in the Chavkin Lab has solidified my desire to pursue Neuroscience as a career. The ability to develop as a neuroscience researcher, influenced by such positive mentors, is why I was able to accept a position at the National Institutes of Health in Washington D.C. to participate in research on psychiatric disease before applying to graduate school.
Ultimately, I'm beyond thankful for the friendships I've fostered during undergrad. From the neuroganglia to 4727, I can't imagine undergrad without you. Thanks for the mems University of Washington & go dawgs!!!
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Annie Mae Barker
English Language and Literature
Annie Mae Barker
English Language and Literature
Education, Learning, and Society
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest memories is working with high school students on college admission through the Pipeline Project.
I recently graduated from the University of Washington magna cum laude with a degree in English. I'm currently pursuing a Masters in Teaching at the UW with a Secondary English Language Arts Endorsement, and I hope to become a high school English teacher in the Seattle area.
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Zaha Wolfe
Computer Science
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Computer Science
French
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Leading the University Kayak Club
My Website zahawolfe@gmail.comI am proud to have explored philosophy, mathematics, linguistics, french, social sciences, politics, music, painting, and a number of other things during my time at UW. In the realm of computer science, I focused on Distributed System and cloud infrastructure. I found the model of thinking about distributed systems fascinating and entertaining, so I've decided to pursue it as a career. I am so grateful that I was able to teach throughout most of my years at UW, as I love the spread of learning and knowledge. I will continue to pursue philosophy, music, the arts, adventure, and all the other things which make life worth living.
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Aarthi Ganapathi
Business Administration - Operations and Supply Chain Management & Information Systems
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Business Administration - Operations and Supply Chain Management & Information Systems
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I should hope that my proudest moment at UW is only yet to come. My involvement with this institution will not end at graduation!
aarthi.ganapathi@gmail.comI couldn't be more proud to be graduating college with the ability to call myself a Husky! Both the university's Interdisciplinary Honors Program and the Foster School of Business guided me through an incredible four years of learning, exploration, and personal growth. After graduation, I'll be headed across the pond to London, England to start a career in investment banking - hopefully while retaining my extracurricular passions for graphite portraiture and delving deeply into my Netflix recommended list.
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Sarah M Kneadler
ESRM
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ESRM
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my individual capstone research project!
sarah.kneadler@gmail.comI will be graduating from UW spring of 2019 from the ESRM department with departmental honors. My interests include natural resource management, corporate social responsibility, sustainable business practices, and sales! I love everything the PNW has to offer, like gorgeous scenery and a yummy Top Pot donut from time to time.
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Anders B Peterson
English
Anders B Peterson
English
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Co-founding and directing an improv workshop series through the Undergraduate Theater Society that I’ve kept running since my Sophomore year.
Thesis: ‘Prince Farming’ and His Helicopter: The Environment and Technology in Heterosexual Coupling on The Bachelor
An essay on Cher got me accepted to the Honors Program, and through these four years I’ve continued to include my love of most things pop culture in my work. I came into UW as a Seattlite open to studying most anything non-STEM, but had a sneaking suspicion that I would land in English. Unsurprisingly I did, but over time I ended up mainly thinking and writing about television and film - “The Bachelor” really does have my heart. Many of my key experiences during these four years have happened off campus, especially through working on and sometimes performing in shows at Jet City Improv. Whatever comes next, I’ll keep making it up as I go along.
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Maxwell J Kahn
Geography - Geographic Information Systems
Maxwell J Kahn
Geography - Geographic Information Systems
Informatics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Earning a Mary Gates Scholarship for my research!
Thesis: A New Metric for Evaluating Pro Sports Expansion Franchises
maxkahn@comcast.netI moved out of the Chicagoland area to come to Seattle without a specific study area in mind. I dabbled in computer science, business, and philosophy at UW before deciding on Geography! I'm very thankful that the Geography Department was able to support my interest in sports and pursue sports research, culminating in a year-long thesis project studying the themes of relocation and expansion in professional sports. I like to think that my earlier classes in computer science and business helped provide a basis for my research project that wouldn't have been possible otherwise, so in a sense, I'm grateful that I came to UW as an undecided student and wouldn't have wanted it any other way.
Seattle, thanks for being the best home I could have asked for over the last four years, and GO DAWGS!
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James Thomas Parks
Business Administration - Accounting
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Business Administration - Accounting
Law, Societies, and Justice
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Hosting an charity event with my club (Beta Alpha Psi) that raised over 15,000 for Seattle Children's Hospital and brought the Seattle business community together for a great cause.
jtp.1122@gmail.comI just graduated from the Foster School of Business in Accounting and am returning next year to complete a Masters of Science in Taxation. I am interning in tax services at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) this summer in Seattle and am looking forward to progressing in a tax career.
My interests include:
1. Fitness: Weight-Lifting, Running, and Playing Basketball.
2. Watching Basketball, Football, and Baseball. 3.
Playing Fantasy Sports.
4. TV shows: Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad, and Billions are among my all-time favorites.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Malvika N Nair
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Malvika N Nair
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Mathematics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Realizing what I want to do with my life!
Malvika has spent these last four years growing, figuring out what she wants to do with her life. She has taken all sorts of classes, become a leader in her community, and participated in service learning classes and summer internships. Malvika is a poet, a writer, a organizer, a changemaker. She is excited for the future and for all that it holds.
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Ethan Cameron Chau
B.S. in Computer Science (Data Science), B.A. in Linguistics
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B.S. in Computer Science (Data Science), B.A. in Linguistics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Successfully adapting to a new language, culture, and way of life while studying abroad.
Thesis: Towards Resource-Efficient Contextual Word Representations for Parsing
My WebsiteI’m graduating with a dual degree in Computer Science (Data Science) and Linguistics. I’ve always pushed myself to gain a deeper understanding of everything I pursue and to work to advance the lives of others. To this end, I’ve filled my time at UW with experiences that have challenged me to grow intellectually and personally.
My research is in natural language processing, and I design computational approaches to tackle problems involving language. At UW, I’ve developed techniques for effectively modeling languages for which data is scarce and conventional methods are ineffective. I hope to bring the benefits of language technologies, like translation and misinformation detection, to speakers of such underrepresented languages. As a TA for the NLP class, I had the opportunity to share these experiences with many of my colleagues in CS.
I’m passionate about expanding my perspectives, and during the fall of my senior year, I studied abroad at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) in Zurich. In addition to challenging myself through graduate-level coursework, I gained valuable experience in appreciating, adapting to, and understanding a new culture.
I’ve interned three times as a software engineer: twice at Indeed.com, and once at Facebook. Following graduation, I’ll intern once more at Facebook before returning to UW, where I’ll pursue a M.S. in Computer Science and continue my research in NLP. I hope to continue learning, exploring the world, and improving others’ lives!Departmental HonorsTags:
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Natalie Upton
Psychology B.S.
Natalie Upton
Psychology B.S.
Spanish
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Receiving the Mary Gates Research Scholarship.
After transferring from UCLA in my freshman year, I have never once regretted my choice to return to my hometown and to UW. I have been very fortunate to have been afforded a number of monumental opportunities during my time as a student; I became a Mary Gates scholar in spring 2017, I studied abroad in San Sebastián, Spain in summer 2017 to complete my Spanish minor, and I have worked for two years at the Kevin King Lab in the UW Psychology Department. Through this lab, I developed and completed my departmental honors project, entitled “Impulsive Behavior as a Strategic Coping Response to Stress and Negative Mood”. These accomplishments did not come without sacrifice; I worked three jobs to support myself through my classwork and my various interests. These collective experiences motivated me to finish classes two quarters ahead of my planned graduation and move on to work full time at Northwest Neuropsychology Learning and Behavior Services, where I hold the title of Psychometrist and Behavioral/Educational Consultant. This fall, I look forward to continuing with this clinical position as well as beginning coursework for my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Seattle University. I would like to extend my deep gratitude to my mentors, including Dr. Kevin King and Madison Feil, as well as to my friends and family for supporting me throughout my undergraduate career.
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Alice Ranjan
Microbiology & Molecular/Cellular/Developmental Biology
Alice Ranjan
Microbiology & Molecular/Cellular/Developmental Biology
English
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I helped to found and direct an organization at UW called Capillaries: The Journal of Narrative Medicine. Capillaries is a quarterly journal, intended for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff from all departments in the humanities and sciences to explore the commonalities we share as humans and to understand how both objective facts and subjective feelings intertwine in healthcare. Since February 2018, we have worked to provide a safe space for community members to discuss and share their most vulnerable and often silenced experiences through writing and art. Recently, we published our Spring 2020 journal, featuring 60 works of narrative prose, poetry, and artwork, created by students and healthcare workers about their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic: https://www.capillariesjournal.com/
Thesis: The Role of STING in Latent and Lytic KSHV Infection of Primary Endothelial Cells
Hi, I’m Alice! Looking back on the past four years at UW, perhaps the word that best captures this experience is “homeostasis” –the process by which a living entity maintains a steady internal system while adjusting to changes in its external environment. Although the term is often used in a biological context, it has resonated with me on a more philosophical, human level: My UW experience has involved constant interrogation and assessment of my own internal values and aspirations in response to the university environment. Upon starting college, I was interested in understanding both the biological and psychosocial facets of human health and thus immersed myself in classes ranging from medical bacteriology to medical anthropology. I was also drawn, however, to my classes in the English Department. The process of writing and sharing my own poetry was empowering, and studying literature ranging from Victorian novels to modern short stories from Ghana provided the most powerful examination of what it means to be human –from how we navigate moments of love and loss to how we make sense of our positionality in our community and the broader world.
I am humbled to have also had the opportunity to conduct and publish research through UW’s Microbiology Department, to found and lead a literary journal (“Capillaries”) dedicated to empowering students to share their stories on health and healing, and lastly, to give back to my community through volunteering/social justice work. These experiences have shaped my desire to pursue medicine in the future and to continue finding balance between various goals –conducting research, honoring the stories of the community through the arts, and helping others to navigate the most vulnerable moments of their life and attain their own sense of personal homeostasis.
To my mentors and professors who instilled in me a love for learning, to my labmates, project collaborators, and friends for their warmth, laughter, and support, and to the programs and organizations that provided me with research funding and grants for launching and sustaining Capillaries: Thank you for taking a chance on me these past four years. I am indebted to you all~
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Intisar MKheseer
Neurobiology and Biochemistry
Intisar MKheseer
Neurobiology and Biochemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: when my department annonced my name as a honor student
i1980198@uw.eduI am UW student in Seattle campus, and I studied double major. I am immigrant from Iraq, I came in June 2012. I am mother for three kids. I lived hard life with more war, stresses, and lots of responsibilities, but all of that give me motivation to continue seeking better life and achieving my goals. I started to study at as soon as I came to the US. I am working in integrative brain research at Seattle Children Hospital Research institute to find a cure for diseases that associated with the motion deficit. This is just part of my journey, my goal is to study medical school and be a neurosurgeon and researcher at the same time to involve in treatment of untreated diseases, such as Parkinson's diseases and multiple sclerosis. Even though, I had hard life and lots of responsibilities, I still go forward to achieve my goals and serve the community, to prove to people who surrounded me that being mother is not a barrier to achieve your dream and living hard life should not stress you but it can be good motivation to push you forward and be what you like to be.
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Drake Anthony Russell
B.S. Biochemistry, B.A. Medical Anthropology
Drake Anthony Russell
B.S. Biochemistry, B.A. Medical Anthropology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Going to Russia for a conference on arctic relations.
Thesis: The Development of an Assay for the Large-Scale Measurement of the Gaseous Biomarker Hydrogen Sulfide in Blood
ddrruss@uw.eduHello, I started college in 2013 here at the University of Washington. I will graduate with a B.S. in Biochemistry and a B.A. in Medical Anthropology. Departmental Honors was a good choice, it kept me on top of my grades and it made me feel like my research was noteworthy. I am glad that I attended a school with so many research opportunities and such a multitude of classes to choose from; I was able to take everything from a class on CAD design to 2.5 years of Russian language. The research opportunities at this university were the big pull for me to attend and they did not disappoint. Conducting undergraduate research was such a good experience for me, that I realized research is what I wanted to do full time. I developed a passion for analytical chemistry and I am now coming back to UW this fall to begin a PhD program in the Department of Medicinal Chemistry. I am quite excited for what the future will bring.
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Taylor Blau
Computer Science
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Computer Science
Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Working on problem sets with my friends are both the proudest and most rewarding moments that I've had at UW. Solving some 446 problems with Luke are definitely the most memorable of the bunch.
Thesis: Verifying Strong Eventual Consistency in δ-CRDTs
My Website ttaylorr@cs.washington.eduI am graduating with a BS in Computer Science with Departmental Honors from the Paul G. Allen School for Computer Science, and a minor in Mathematics. My thesis is about verifying that δ-CRDTs achieve Strong Eventual Consistency. After graduation, I am continuing to work at GitHub full-time.
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Jaclyn Shallat
Microbiology
Jaclyn Shallat
Microbiology
Global Health
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Organizing "Summer Breeze: Cannon House Arts and Crafts Exhibition" as a Jackson Munro Public Service Fellow the summer after my second year of college.
My Website shallatjaclyn@gmail.comHello! My name is Jaclyn Shallat. I am a senior at the University of Washington in Seattle, where I study Microbiology and Global Health. Coming from a small town in Central Illinois, I've been excited to use my time on the West Coast to explore these two disciplines through research, volunteering, and classroom opportunities. I look forward to using my experiences from the past four years to inform a career in population health.
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Ruxandra Maria Ionescu
Art History
Ruxandra Maria Ionescu
Art History
Chemistry
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Receiving the Parnassus Graduating with Excellence Award from the Art History Department.
Thesis: "The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp" and "Bernini's Vision of Constantine in the Scala Regia"
I'm happy that I was able to be part of the Interdisciplinary Honors community at UW while being afforded the flexibility to pursue both of my passions: Art History and pre-medicine. I have been taught by great professors in both areas who helped me to discover art from 17,000 years ago to today, to look from the tiniest parts of human biology and chemistry to our bodies and societies as a whole.
I'm also happy to say that I will be continuing my education at UW School of Medicine entering Fall 2018.
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Ryan M Littrell
Physics
Ryan M Littrell
Physics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Becoming trombone section leader of the Husky Marching Band
I have enjoyed being a part of the Husky Marching Band and the Hiking Club at UW. They have allowed me to get to know my fellow huskies at on-campus events, but also travel off campus with friends.
I want to thank my family for all of the support they have given me over the years, and all of my honors professors for the intellectual discussions and variety of content that we have covered in the courses.Interdisciplinary HonorsTags:
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Michelle K. Pyke
Business Administration, Marketing
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Business Administration, Marketing
Political Science
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: The capstone project for the business program is an internal case competition among graduating seniors. My team presented a solution to elevate the Nescafé brand in front of a panel of judges (managers and executives from a variety of corporate entities). At the conclusion of our presentation, I remember feeling incredibly proud of our deliverables and how well each individual performed. My team had the highest rank within our particular capstone section.
With the classic Apple logo painted across its humble avenues, my home in Silicon Valley encouraged me to pursue a fulfilling life with the mind of a scholar. My story wouldn't be complete without international business case competitions and the ageless tradition of drinking tea in the morning.
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Karen Liu
Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource Management
Karen Liu
Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource Management
French
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Finding my passion in social sciences and pursuing it through independent study
Thesis: The Meanings of Sustainability: Associations with Pro-Environmental Behaviors
Environmental science student interested in the human dimension of the environment. Pursuing a master’s degree in global environmental change and policy in London. Hope to enact positive change!
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Brendon E Davis
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (B.S.); Mathematics (B.A.)
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Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (B.S.); Mathematics (B.A.)
English: Writing
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Receiving the Mary Gates Research Scholarship. This represented the culmination of my undergraduate research.
My Website brendon.davis120@gmail.comI am a proud UW graduate with a strong interest in biomedical research. Working in the Kaeberlein Lab at UW for most of my college experience was a great way to build a basis of research knowledge. I am also involved in a number of hobbies, including verse writing, programming, and powerlifting. I was excited to graduate with both departmental honors in biology and interdisciplinary honors, many of the courses for which integrated my interests into other academic contexts.
I will be applying to graduate school to continue research and biomedical training.
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Ingrid Pelletier
Architectural Design
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Architectural Design
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: The best moment was getting into my major, the Architecture school became a second home!
Thesis: Soak in the Rain: Designing for Our Climate by Engaging the Senses
Four years seemed to go by in four seconds. Over the past several years I have enjoyed staying involved at UW. I started my freshman and sophomore year in leadership for HFS, participating in Hall Council and eventually the Residential Programming Board. After getting into my major I participated in the student led groups, AIAS, The CBE Student Council, Happy Hour Committee, and ASUW Achitectural Commission Board. I met life long friends in my architecture studios and learned a lot within my design classes. In 2019 I was able to be apart of the Furniture Design studio and entered my finished piece in the Interior Designers of Idaho Chair Affair (a furniture competition for students and professionals in Boise) and won Best Functional Design. I also was able to do independent research throughout 2019 and presented at the Undergraduate Research Symposium. To finish off my time at UW I was recently awarded along with another classmate the "Faculty Award for Scholarship and Leadership". It was a long journey but I couldn't have done it without the support of friends, my professors and advisors, family, and coffee.
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Victoria Grace Joy Fox
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Victoria Grace Joy Fox
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Environmental Studies
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Taking my first step into the dance class. In the moment, I had no idea how meaningful that day would become. But now, I see that it changed everything.
My WebsiteAs I try to talk about my UW experience to others, to tell them the lessons I have learned and to explain to them what these four years have meant to me, I find that my UW story is simply indescribable. Attending university has broken every expectation I had upon enrollment, and I have learned to enjoy the absolute wonder that is the path of a university student. I have learned lessons that move beyond the classroom, engaged in activities I had never thought I would be brave enough to try, and created bonds with friends and faculty that feel as if they will last lifetimes.
My UW story is not defined by my achievements, my academics, or future career opportunities that await me. My UW story is not defined by my social status, my youth, my skills or even my degree. My UW story is not defined by my successes, my individuality, my leadership positions, or my GPA.
My UW story is defined not by any individual experience, but by all of those experiences above and so many more I could not possibly name. These experiences made me into more I could have ever dreamed. I was lifted up, broken down, and rebuilt again. I was pushed and pulled in many directions, lost and found more times than I can count, and put under such intense pressure that I was practically spitting gems at the end. I would almost say I am surprised I made it through to today, my last few weeks as an undergraduate, but by now I have learned that the UW will never cease to surprise me.
Looking back at the path I have walked these past four years, I am incredibly proud and honored to say that my UW experience was simply... indescribable.
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Adrienne Elise Hubbard
Geography
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Geography
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Thesis: Understanding Geographies of Fear and Safety in Urban Transit Space
adriennehub@gmail.comMy parents met when my mom was a TA for a class my dad took during his undergrad; attending UW has always been my goal and dream. I feel immensely proud to be a third generation UW graduate. The last two years here have been challenging, transformative, and more meaningful than I know how to articulate right now. After receiving my associate degree through Running Start at Bellevue College, I immersed myself within the Geography department at UW and found my place within academia. Geography is a field wide enough to encompass all my interests; cartography, emotional geographies, public transportation, urbanism, feminist and gender studies. I love collecting maps and riding trains and talking to people about the emotions they experience in the cities they love. I am forever grateful to the UW geography community for teaching me how to experience and think critically about place and belonging. Being a part of the Geography department honors program allowed me to write the thesis I have felt compelled to write, a project that emerged from my own lived experience. I don't know exactly where I'm going next; maybe urban planning, or teaching social studies to high school kids, or working for a non-profit. Grad school is on the horizon, somewhere and at some point in time. I'll spend this summer riding trains across the country and catching up on all the reading I have been meaning to do, and then I'll find a place where I can help create some tangible change in this world (or at least in this city). I'm about to turn twenty years old and I know that my most important accomplishments are yet to come.
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Maekara Serena Keopanapay
Political Science
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Political Science
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Finding out I got the Washington State Senate internship and the State Department internship in South Africa!
maekarakeopanapay@gmail.comMy time at the UW fostered my academic, personal, and professional growth while helping me discover my connection to the world around me. I have been part of numerous communities both on and off campus, surrounded by the most hardworking and passionate people. They motivate me to consciously continue and improve upon making spaces inclusive for those who have been historically excluded in politics, international affairs, security, and beyond.
Now, I'm excited to pursue my MA in Security Studies at Georgetown, working toward a career that delves into political violence while prioritizing human security as a method to prevent and alleviate conflict. I am so proud to be a Husky and cheer on the Dawgs from this moment forward!
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Emily Rose Flanagan
Statistics, Mathematics
Emily Rose Flanagan
Statistics, Mathematics
Spanish
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Organizing the statistics directed reading program
Thesis: Identification and Estimation of Direct Causal Effects
Hi I'm Emily and I love statistics! During my time at UW, I have worked as a tutor in the statistics study center, advocated for women in STEM, and was chosen as one of the Husky 100. My experiences in WAMM, as a research fellow at NOAA, and more inspired me to co-found the statistics directed reading program with the aim of getting students from all backgrounds involved in statistics. I am excited and grateful to begin the next chapter in my story as I pursue a PhD in Statistics at UC Berkeley.
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Jacquelyn E Mixon
Art History and Honors Painting and Drawing
Jacquelyn E Mixon
Art History and Honors Painting and Drawing
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW is graduating as a first generation college student!
It has been really awesome to be a UW student. I've really found my passion here, in art no less (every mother's worst nightmare!) But UW has shaped me to be who I am today and has set me on a life path where I can actually be happy.
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Olivia Helena Witt
Sociocultural Anthropology
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Sociocultural Anthropology
Human Rights; Law, Society, and Justice; Comparative History of Ideas
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was probably when I got published in two different UW publications: The UW Journal of Anthropology and Voyage Magazine.
Thesis: The Handcraft Movement: Analyzing of the Subjectivity of Value
My WebsiteHi! My name is Olivia and I am graduating UW with college and interdisciplinary honors. Being from out of state, finding a fit in Washington was challenging at first but UW gave me so many opportunities to better discover myself and what I love to do. My time at UW has pushed me as a writer, connected me with individuals who have inspired my artistic pursuits, and has given me a family away from home. Looking into the future, I am excited for all the opportunities ahead of me and I know the skills I have learned during my past 4 years here will set me up for success.
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Krithi Basu
Bioengineering
Krithi Basu
Bioengineering
Law, Societies & Justice
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was when I drafted and sent a department-wide email signed by about 100 other students to my department's faculty and administrators urging them to consider granting extensions and accommodations for Black students and students of color who were trying to balance completing their finals and contributing to the Black Lives Matter protests and other ongoing anti-racist movements. Over the years, I had noticed that there was a broad trend of apathy in the STEM community towards non-medical social issues so I was glad that I could bring in my social justice and ethics perspective to call attention to it in my department and see results when professors began to offer accommodations to their socially engaged and active students.
I started out at UW as a direct admit to the Bioengineering program, but little did I know that I would find my true passion in the field of law. I am so grateful for the Honors program for opening gateways for me to explore subjects outside of STEM and be my most authentic self. Despite being an introvert, watching my peers in the Honors program inspired me to take on leadership roles in the UW community, including Vice President of Delta Kappa Delta Sorority, Inc. (a South Asian interest professional service sorority), Professional Development Chair of Phi Alpha Delta (a professional pre-law fraternity), and the Director of Judicial and Secretarial Affairs of the Multicultural Greek Council. I have learned how to balance school, a part-time job, and these extracurricular commitments, and I could not have done any of it without the wisdom of my professors and the support of my friends and family. I am so excited to see where I go next, and I am very proud of everyone who is graduating today!
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Rae Wang
Finance, Marketing
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Finance, Marketing
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting the Foster Undergraduate Scholarship
raewang98@gmail.comI'm thankful that the honors program has challenged me to research more in my interested academic areas. For my two ad hoc projects, I completed a research paper discussing America-China Trade War and one regarding "Clustering Performance Comparison Between Expectation Maximization Algorithm and K-means Using Spotify Data". Cheers to all the hard work and happy graduation to all the class of 2020 huskies!
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Katrina Marissa Warner
Biochemistry, Mathematics
Katrina Marissa Warner
Biochemistry, Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was submitting my two theses!
Thesis: "Engineering Reversibility within a Novel Hepatitis C Virus NS3a-Based Chemically-Inducible Dimerization System" (Biochemistry); "Sampling from Conditional Distributions Using Groebner Basis Theory" (Mathematics)
I participated chemical biology research with the Maly lab, and completed summer research fellowships at the University of Virginia and the University of California, Los Angeles. Additionally, I spent three years working as a peer tutor at the Instructional Center. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, exploring the city and listening to live music. I'm excited to be continuing my studies as a PhD candidate at Harvard University.
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Cristian Josue Rivera Nales
B.S. in Psychology
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B.S. in Psychology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was receiving the Guthrie Prize for the best empirical paper
Thesis: Effectiveness of a Transdiagnostic Evidence-Based Treatment on Improving Child Clinical Outcomes in Washington State Community Mental Health
cjrn1@live.comI am a first-generation student that is originally from Puerto Rico who loves to go out dancing. Since my father is in the military, I have moved all around the world and had the opportunity to interact with a variety of individuals from different cultural backgrounds. This has helped me understand and communicate with individuals more readily and has given me a fair amount of opportunities that I would not have had otherwise. I am passionate about both the research and clinical sides of psychology and hope to eventually receive my Ph.D. in child clinical psychology.
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Caylyn Rich
International Studies
Caylyn Rich
International Studies
REECAS (Russian, East European, Central Asian Studies)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Interestingly, this final quarter has been simultaneously the easiest and toughest journey throughout my UW experience. It's been my lightest credit load and I finally had the chance to take a dance class. I participated in a poetry seminar and exercised my creative writing side which challenged me to interact with some of the not so wonderful moments in my life through a cathartic process of expression. I am proud to graduate, no doubt about it, but I am more proud to have finally realized that I have the strength and resilience to endure hardship and obstacles and learn and heal from those experiences in my time, whatever that may be. Sometimes mundane, sometimes wild, I want to thank those who contribute to my endeavors and who inspire me to believe in the beauty of humanity.
Languages were my first love and ended up leading me to study abroad- twice! I studied abroad through the Jackson School in Greece, conducting research through interviews which culminated in a mediation dialogue between marginalized communities and professionals. Then I headed up to Denmark (after my first solo travel through the Balkans!) to begin my direct exchange at the University of Copenhagen. I was supported by the Scan|Design fellowship and spent the entire year learning Danish, riding a bike, and adjusting to Scandinavian weather. I started working for the study abroad office after returning to UW and kept my fascination with the rest of the world alive by wrapping up a degree in International Studies (after surviving my Task Force report, of course). UW, and this corner of the globe more generally speaking, is quite marvelous, but I am thrilled for the next adventure, and language. I intend to spend most of my life discovering all the new and different ways we can communicate and I hope to inspire others along the way to be more understanding and engaged with the awesomeness of linguistic diversity.
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Ian Gwin
Linguistics, Scandinavian Area Studies
Ian Gwin
Linguistics, Scandinavian Area Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at the UW was receiving the Foreign Language Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship through the Ellison Center for Russian and Eastern European Studies in 2018.
Thesis: "The Development of Question Particles in Estonian Polar Questions," "Far From Silent: The Emergence of Tintinabulli in the Film Music of Arvo Pärt"
Aside from my parents of course, I am most thankful to my many mentors and peers at the University of Washington, for asking me the right questions and giving me a model for how to live a good life.
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Kyle James Curtis
Chemistry (ACS), Biochemistry
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Chemistry (ACS), Biochemistry
Mathematics, Physics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Having the opportunity to represent the University of Washington on Wheel of Fortune as a College Week champion
kylejamescurtis@gmail.comWith a proud University of Washington alumna for a mom and an ardent Husky football fan for a dad, it was safe to say that I was brainwashed into being a Husky since the day I was born. Growing up, I attended football games with my parents and dreamt of the possibility of attending the University of Washington as a student.
In my time at the UW, I have had the opportunity to pursue my passion in science through my research in the Mack Lab. I have made countless memories and lifelong friendships due to my involvement in the Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity. I have had the privilege to represent the University of Washington as a College Week champion on Wheel of Fortune. Finally, I have been inspired by the optimism and compassion of the children that I have met through my volunteer work at Seattle Children’s Hospital, which only affirms my desire to one day return to Seattle Children’s Hospital as a physician. I will be attending the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University after graduation.College HonorsTags:
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Kyla E Wright
Neuroscience
Kyla E Wright
Neuroscience
Bioethics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Each years' Apple Cup -- go Dawgs!
Thesis: Neuromodulation Effects of Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) on Zebra Finch Premotor Nucleus
I participate in neuroscience research on campus and completed a research fellowship at Swedish Epilepsy Center last summer. Additionally, I volunteer as a mentor for disabled students with DO-IT Access STEM, and at an organization near campus that serves those facing homelessness. In my downtime, I enjoy dancing, being outdoors, and exploring Seattle. I’m looking forward to continuing my studies next fall at NYU School of Medicine!
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Ganesh Shrestha
Architectural Design
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Architectural Design
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: When my first studio project was selected for student archive for the departmental cite.
Thesis: Building with Bamboo: An exploration of joinery between traditional and contemporary method.
shresthamartin@yahoo.comArchitecture has a power to change the world. In a way, architects are like a magician, who can make fantasy into reality. With the modern approach, our world is getting rather boring with predictable designs and box architecture everywhere. So, as an architect my interests are to make interesting architecture that deviates from the normal ones and the one that enhances human experience, which also aids for the better and sustainable future.
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Adely Martinez
Bachelors of Arts in Social Welfare
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Bachelors of Arts in Social Welfare
Diversity
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at the UW was attending a study abroad program centered around social justice in Spain!
Thesis: Practitioners Competence in Mental Health
I am a passionate person centered around accessibility and equity for minorities. As a result I decided to become a part of departmental honors in order to run a study. As a result I will further my education in the Advanced Standing Masters Program at the University of Washington. My ultimate goal is to become a doctor in social work.
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Nona Lynn Hunter
Nursing
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Nursing
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: That day I was called on in class and had the right answer (at least I think that happend at least once)
If I wasn't a nurse I would probably bake cakes. Since baking cakes = eating cakes, I'm glad I chose the healthier route of nursing. The path to my BSN was not quick. It took about 10 years, taking 1 nursing pre-req at a time while developing my career in healthcare leadership. While the journey took longer than expected I'm glad I have context and direction in who I want to be as a nurse. I believe nurses are uniquely equipped to change healthcare for the better and I want to be a part of that. I didn't expect nursing school to change me but it has. I have been surrounded by compassionate and inspiring faculty, patients, and colleagues. They've made me a great nurse and an even better human. I am grateful to walk away changed.
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Elizabeth H McKinnie
Computer Science; Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences (ACMS)
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Computer Science; Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences (ACMS)
Mathematics; Comparative History of Ideas (CHID)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: After nearly failing Physics 121, learning to readjust my schedule and my priorities and proceeding to do much better (academically and mental health-wise) in Physics 122 and 123.
My Website elizabeth.mckinnie@outlook.comHi, I'm Elizabeth! I'm double majoring in Computer Science and ACMS (applied math). My focus is machine learning and ethics of technology. Although I'm a double STEM major, I love being a part of the Interdisciplinary Honors program. It was an Honors class (392, Science and Engineering for Social Justice) that sparked in me a desire to learn more about the ethics of technology and work towards creating fair and ethical algorithms. I was also a TA for CSE 142 for five quarters and was a lead TA working on student engagement for two quarters. I studied abroad in Prague during my third year with the CHID program which inspired me to minor in CHID. After I graduate I'll be working at Microsoft as a software engineer!
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Ann Nguyen
Nursing, Public Health
Ann Nguyen
Nursing, Public Health
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: For as long as my passion for pediatrics has existed, I had an extraordinarily ironic fear of working with premature infants. My senior capstone clinical at the UWMC Neonatal Intensive Care Unit has allowed me to overcome my fear in providing care for the smallest humans and become a confident caregiver to children of all ages and sizes.
Thesis: The Doorway Cafe: Addressing Youth Homelessness with a Cafe Model
As my undergraduate career comes to a close, I reflect on all that I have accomplished in the last five years at UW and all the personal and societal values that hold more closely as a direct result of my public health and nursing education. I believe that my two deepest personal values, family and good health, are consistent with the values of most people. My future career as a pediatric nurse and practitioner not only upholds these two values, but gives me the unparalleled fulfillment of helping youth to live healthy lives so they too can become the nurses, doctors, engineers, teachers, and philanthropists of the coming generation.
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Bridgette Wathen
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Bridgette Wathen
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Giving myself the opportunity to explore opportunities and finding the course of study that I truly enjoy!
My WebsiteThe Interdisciplinary Honors Program was an influential part of my college experience at UW. Besides helping me branch out from those science-y classes that I was always drawn to, I was also coached on how to reflect on my experiences and the experiences of those around me. Through this program, I was able to find a path that will continue to challenge me to explore new points of view and perspectives. I will be leaving UW with a great education, excitement to explore and learn new things, and the best memories and friends!
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Niki Seligman
Psychology and International Studies
Niki Seligman
Psychology and International Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proud of the people I have gotten to know here, who are kind, silly, grounded, creative, and intentional. I am proud to surround myself with good friends.
I am a graduating senior interested in writing, social work, equity and inclusion, and environmental justice. In my time at the university, I have learned so much in the classroom, through both the Jackson School of International Studies and the Psychology department.
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Alishia E Orloff
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Environmental Science and Resource Management
Quantitative Science & American Indian Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Acknowledging the Original Stewards of the Land when presenting my thesis at the Research Symposium
Thesis: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Environmental Engagement
alishia.orloff@yale.eduAlishia Orloff is an undergraduate researcher currently in her last year obtaining a B.S. in Environmental Science and Resource Management. She has a strong interest in terrestrial and riparian ecology. Conducting ecological research across the nation, she has developed a greater appreciation for Traditional Ecological Knowledges as a lens for developing holistic land management. Alishia aspires to share her experience in holistic scientific methodology and ultimately challenge dominant narratives of western ways of knowing. Aside from her ambitions in her field, she also takes great efforts to engage communities on sustainability through education in the Pipeline Project, restoration in the Society of Ecological Restoration, and food sovereignty at the UW farm. Alishia enjoys playing piano and flute in local ensembles and symphonies as much as she does freelancing and busking. Over her years at University, she has picked up interest in Ultimate frisbee, rock climbing, lifting, yoga, and oil painting. Continuing her endeavors, she will continue to question frameworks and push boundaries at Yale University for graduate school.
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Evelyn Hyde
Biology, Philosophy
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Biology, Philosophy
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I am proud of the way my communities have come together during COVID-19 lockdowns.
eqhyde@gmail.comI kicked off my Husky journey in the Honors program, leading me to value experiential learning and interdisciplinary study early on in college. Here, I’ve almost aggressively pursued a range of interests – getting involved in nanofabrication research, study abroad, management consulting, journalism, the climbing community, and more. I am humbled to graduate from the Honors program and represent the UW as an alumna.
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Sharron V Orr
Dance
Sharron V Orr
Dance
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Performing in the Faculty Dance Concert in the Fall and the MFA Dance Concert in the Spring
Thesis: Two Left Feet Studios - A Dance Fitness Studio, all ages, all abilities and all styles welcome!
I took a winding path to get to where I am. I have been dancing my whole life and experienced some major set backs. I over came all of that and realized my dream. I wanted to teach. I knocked on doors until someone gave me a chance to teach. That led to more opportunities and more love for my art. It was after a few years I realized I wanted to combine my natural Business abilities with my love to teach. I wanted to open my own studio. I went back to school as a non-traditional student at my local community college. While working up to six jobs while going to school, I finished with my Business Administration degree and a Small Business Management Certificate. I then transferred to the UW to get my BA in Dance. While here I moved into a place and left my husband, son and dogs back in Vancouver, WA. I went to school, worked two jobs and tried to immerse myself in as many opportunities as I could. I started teaching Dance classes at the IMA on campus and made some wonderful friends. I also received a scholarship from the dance department to attend the Rhythm World 28 Dance Intensive in Chicago to receive a teaching certification in Tap Dancing. The program was taught by world renown tappers and it was a wonderful class of teachers. I got the honor of being in a dance piece for Kawasaki Guest Artist Etienne Cakpo in the Faculty Dance Concert as well as a dancer in MFA Brian Evan's piece for the MFA Dance Concert. I joined the National Society of Leadership and Success and am a proud graduate of the Dance program with honors. I will go back home to Vancouver, to reunite with family and begin the process to open up Two Left Feet Studios. I am so proud of my accomplishments and the road I have taken. It may be different, but it has been rich and full of life.
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Sofia Dolce
Industrial and Systems Engineering
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Industrial and Systems Engineering
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Leading a project for my RSO, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, to invite first generation and low-income students predominantly from Eastern Washington to visit UW. Seeing their faces while they interacted with students and professional engineers made all the work to get a Mary Gates Leadership Scholarship worth it.
From joining Husky Marching Band and leading the Alto Sax section to being an officer (and eventually President) for three years in SHPE, I am lucky that I was able to meet so many amazing individuals through my leadership experiences. I enjoyed studying abroad in Rome and jamming in jazz combos with my Honors peers, and hope to continue these experiences past graduation. While I am entering the workforce as a consultant this summer, I will take my college experiences with me as I aim to give back to my communities whether that may be in music, my heritage, or experiences abroad.
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Claire Prianka Kasinadhuni
Environmental Studies
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Environmental Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Being a part of Husky 100 for 2019
I am very stoked to be graduating from UW PoE! I majored in environmental studies and am very interested in public policy, history and political science. I started out farming at the UW and ended interning with King County and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal. I have loved my time at UW and cannot wait to enter this hectic world and participate in making it better.
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Meghan E Frisch
B.A. Public Health - Global Health
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B.A. Public Health - Global Health
Diversity
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: My time at UW was compiled by many small moments of pride, however, the most frequently I felt proud was rock climbing with the Climbing Team at UW. Whether it be a mental or physical barrier, the effort put in and the improvement that followed made me proud of myself and of my team!
The best I can describe my time at the University of Washington is as a journey of exploration. My direction evolved from one path to the next after experiences and courses began to build my personal resume of what I found important and inspirational. With every quarter came intentional decisions on where and how I would spend my time in order to further narrow my course of study and better understand myself personally. I entered the UW with no definitive direction; my perspective was open to college presenting the opportunity to explore every interest, in which I would trust my reflection and draw my personal and educational paths.
My path was not one without disappointment or confusion, but within my experiences morphed an exponential presence of enlightenment and excitement. Some of my favorite experiences at the UW included traveling to Zimbabwe for a population health study abroad where I was introduced to the public health field, working at IHME - a public health organization that many of you may now know of due to their COVID-19 response, and working as a Professional Ski Patroller and EMT at the local ski resort over the winter months. I have grown into my niche of study, with many of the same people by my side from the beginning. And when I say from the beginning - I mean the first person I met and sat next to at my orientation day, who also happened to be in my orientation group and living in the Honors LLC. My earliest friends and my amazing family have created a support system I will never take for granted, and for which I have the UW to thank.
I will never forget my time at the University of Washington, but I look forward to where the tides take me.
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Amelia Marie Barr
Mechanical Engineering
Amelia Marie Barr
Mechanical Engineering
Chemistry
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Just yesterday we gave our final senior design thesis presentation!
Thesis: Design of a Lab-Scale Oscillating Surge Wave Energy Converter
My Website amelia.marie98@gmail.comI am an energetic and curious individual who is passionate about nature, conservation, technology, and mangoes. For the past 3 years I have been a researcher at the UW Applied Physics Lab working on marine sensor equipment. In the near future, I aim to bring my marine engineering knowledge to the renewable energy sector. I am interested in opportunities to apply my skills to projects involving renewable energy, conservation, or sustainable technologies.
Off-campus, I am often traveling internationally or outside climbing, skiing, hiking, backpacking, biking, and learning partner acrobatics. I feel especially fortunate to have had the opportunity to venture to Peru on the Honors Andes to Amazon study abroad program with Dr. Ursula Valdez--a mind expanding opportunity outside my major that I would never have had through the Mechanical Engineering department.
Please reach out to me using my email or website. I love building connections!
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Griffin R Dugan
Psychology (B.S.), Communication (B.A.)
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Psychology (B.S.), Communication (B.A.)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: The one that comes to mind for me was winning an award for a speech I have on Red Square about advocating for domestic violence survivors.
My Website griffindugan@comcast.netHello! My name's Griffin Dugan, and I graduated from the UW Interdisciplinary Honors Program in June 2020 (a very tumultuous time) with a dual degree in Psychology and Communication. I'm a pretty introverted guy who enjoys comedies, video games, dogs, and pasta. In my time at UW I had a lot of amazing experiences, including studying abroad in Ecuador, researching social connection and microaggressions, being a TA and a Peer Educator, and working as a tutor and an intern. The experiences that have meant the most to me have been the ones that have allowed me to work with some amazingly driven students and to support these people in their passions. Going forward, the future for me is still uncertain (especially in a pandemic), but I am excited to see what opportunities I will have to make connections with new people and to help foster growth in others.
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Marielle v Trumbauer
International Studies: Foreign Policy
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International Studies: Foreign Policy
Political Science
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was when I submitted my thesis after a year and a half of research and writing in both the Dominican Republic and New York.
Thesis: Motivations Driving the Differentiated Electoral Behavior of the Dominican Diaspora in New York during the 2012 and 2016 Dominican Presidential Elections
marielletrumbauer@gmail.comMy college career has defined and sparked in my a passion for activism. I spent my freshman year in Ireland at Trinity College Dublin before transferring to UW. During my time at UW, I worked on a Presidential campaign in Florida, a Senatorial campaign in Louisiana, and a Congressional campaign in Georgia. I also interned with the State Department in the Dominican Republic and the House of Representatives.
I began my college career as a business major, but later found my passion for politics and international relations. Applying to the Jackson School of International Studies was one of the best decisions that I made during my time at UW. I was able to serve as the President of the Jackson School Student Association (JSSA) and partake in the Departmental Honors Program. I joined my fellow honors classmate in her research in rural India, conducted research in the Dominican Republic, and did interviews all throughout New York City to compile an 84-page thesis that proved factors of corruption as motivators behind differentiated voting patterns in the diaspora.
My experience during the past three years at UW has inspired me to work in politics and stand up for marginalized populations. I plan to attend law school in the next three years and move to Washington D.C. with the goal of working for a Congressional Office.
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Leah Cantor
English and Public Health
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English and Public Health
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Turning in my thesis and graduating cum laude!
Thesis: Stolen Autonomy and Futile Rebellion: Deriving Power from the Oppression of Women Under the Declining British Empire
cantor.leah4@gmail.comI am so grateful for the experiences I have had as a student at UW. I got to spend two quarters in London and Rome studying abroad, and hope to continue traveling after I graduate. Next year, I will be working at a health technology startup in Seattle, and am looking forward to applying my degrees in a professional environment!
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Rylee Cae Gallagher
International Studies: Comparative Religion and Asia.
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International Studies: Comparative Religion and Asia.
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was actually Freshman year when I 4.0'ed an advanced senior writing class my first quarter and the teacher read my essay aloud to the class.
My WebsiteWhen I applied to UW, I thought I was going to be Indiana Jones and study archeology. I soon realized that there was much more, and less, to archeology than chasing tales of lost civilizations or running from man eating ants through rainforests. But my appreciation for culture did lead me to my major within the Jackson School of International Studies focusing on South Asia and Comparative Religion. Throughout my time at UW I fundraised and acted as Project Director for a non-profit, made lasting relationships with children as a nanny, became a Certified Peer Counselor, swam through unnamed fountains, whitewater rafted down the Indus river, drove across Himalayan mountain tops while introducing local villagers to Chance the Rapper, explored actual remnants of ancient civilizations in Ecuador, learned to speak broken Hindi in India and (mostly) write in Urdu, swam with sharks in Belize, bathed in bath houses in Hungary, visited the oldest megalithic manmade structure in the world, and spent more than 18 months studying abroad. So, although I did not get to become Indiana Jones, I feel like I have managed to make everyday at UW an adventure. Not to mention, the people I have met on each adventure, from living in a 9 bedroom house to sharing a room at a hostel, have truly shaped my experiences for the rest of my life. I will never forget my days as an undergrad.
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Mackenzie Shen
BA in Accounting, BA in Economics
Mackenzie Shen
BA in Accounting, BA in Economics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Graduating with honor from UW
During my 5 years in UW, I grew my interests towards accounting and economics. As an international student with a completely different cultural background, I developed a curious mind as to with regards to international economics issues. Due to this, I decided to get into the economics major and learn more about the economic dynamics behind the issues. While economics helped me dive into the financial world from a macro perspective, Accounting allowed me to analyze major market players in a microscope. I decided to study Business Analysis in my graduate school, using my knowledge in economics and accounting to analyze financial events with the help of technology.
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Elizabeth Rylance
Neuroscience
Elizabeth Rylance
Neuroscience
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: It's hard to pick! Traveling to Peru on a study abroad trip and doing field research in the Amazon rainforest was a huge one. Also, receiving the Mary Gates Research Scholarship for my work towards my Honors thesis, and finishing my thesis in general!
Thesis: Olfactory learning and memory in the mosquito Culex quinquefasciatus
My Website lizzyrylance@gmail.comHi! I'm Lizzy Rylance and I am graduating from the Neuroscience major at UW with College Honors. I am so grateful for the incredible opportunities and experiences I have had over the past four years, and especially grateful for all the people I have met along the way. I wouldn't be half the person I am today without the friends, mentors, faculty, coworkers, and classmates that I met throughout this journey.
As I move forward, I am more determined than ever to live fully, meaningfully, and with constant gratitude. I am planning on taking a gap year (or several) to travel, gain research experience, snowboard, backpack, read, listen, learn, and figure out how I can use my education and the opportunities that I've been given to contribute to a better future. Once I'm ready, I plan on pursuing graduate education somewhere in the realm of neuroscience, biology, ecology, psychology, or environmental studies.
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Olivia G. Kotha
Asian Studies
Olivia G. Kotha
Asian Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Realizing that after a year in Japan I could finally hold a conversation in only Japanese.
oliviakotha@gmail.comI love learning languages and have studied Thai, Cambodia and Japanese at UW, which culminated with my year abroad in Japan. I love to read and write and to dance it out with my friends. I also have a newly minted interest in film therory.
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Jamie Erin Koffman
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Marketing
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Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Marketing
Diversity
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Landing a summer internship with the NBA and graduating with baccalaureate honors
jamie.koffman@gmail.comThroughout college I became interested in wanting to pursue a career working in sports marketing. As UW didn't have a sports marketing undergrad program or any formal sports-centered education, I took it upon myself to use the honors program as the avenue through which I could conduct my own research on prevalent topics in the sports industry and supplement my formal business education with outside sports internships. Throughout my time in college I worked for the UW Athletic Department for three years, the Seattle Storm for two seasons, worked for Russell Wilson's management team (West2East Empire) for two years, and even interned for the NBA at league headquarters for a summer! After graduation I am moving to Chicago, Illinois in early July to begin a 6 month post-grad internship at a sports agency called Independent Sports & Entertainment. I am so excited to be on a path to pursuing my dream career in athlete representation!
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Forrest F Miller
Electrical Engineering
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Electrical Engineering
Mathematics
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Transferring my responsibilities on the Human Powered Submarine team to my successor
I am a student that is in awe of the world, who tinkered with enough equations and wires to get an engineering degree, who helped build a submarine in my spare time, who loves the learning inherent in teaching, and who steps forth optimistic about our capacity to overcome.
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Abigail Marie Taylor
Journalism
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Journalism
Philosophy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Abigail's proudest memories at UW were traveling to Spain to conduct research and turning in her 53 page thesis in preparation for graduation.
Thesis: The Social Perception of Value: STEM vs. Social Science and Humanities, an Ethnography of Communication
My WebsiteAbigail is a journalist with a passion for learning about other cultures. On her study abroad trip to Spain, she fell in love with the people, languages, architecture, and history of a culture different from her own. While there, she conducted her first ethnography. Upon her return to the U.S., she decided to continue to learn about cultures through this research process.
At the same time, she used her curiosity to fuel her work in journalism, writing about social issues like homelessness, access, and diversity. This earned her the Pioneer Award for Excellence in Journalism. In addition, she has been a Dean's List student for her entire UW career which earned her an award for High Scholarship.
Following graduation Abigail will be looking for a position where she can use her writing, photo, and video storytelling skills to create truthful and informative journalism, PR, or content creation.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Annie Marie Lewis
English and History
Annie Marie Lewis
English and History
Jewish Studies and Spanish
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was being selected as a nominee for the Dean's Medal in the Social Sciences.
Thesis: Honors English Thesis: "Reacting to the Past: Dismantling the Reductionist View of Identity"; Honors History Thesis: “Precarious Whiteness: Reimagining the Seattle Sephardic Origin Story”
annieml@uw.eduHi there! My name is Annie. I double majored in English and History and double minored in Spanish and Jewish studies. Intellectual challenge, community building, and student empowerment—three of my top values—are exemplified by my participation in three University Honors Programs: Interdisciplinary Honors, English Departmental Honors, and History Departmental Honors. My specialty knowledge in English is focused on trauma studies, identity and identity-based conflict, and modernity. In history, I am most well-versed in race and immigration studies studies, Jewish studies, and European history.
After graduation, I plan on pursuing a career in Academic Support Programs and will take my first steps towards that goal by traveling for 8 months with the Bonderman Fellowship. As an aspiring educator, I hope to use my travels to explore diverse expressions of vulnerability and gain greater multicultural awareness. Upon returning to the United States, I hope to create new types of culturally-sensitive academic support programs that better assist underrepresented, underserved, and marginalized groups. To explore how higher education can be more equitable and intentional about supporting social justice, I will travel to China, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, India, South Africa, Tanzania, and Morocco.
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Albert Joseph Meuse
Bioresource Science and Engineering, Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Bioresource Science and Engineering, Environmental Science and Resource Management
Chemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Making the Annual Dean's List three consecutive years in a row to graduate with departmental honors after being rejected by all seven engineering majors I applied for in the summer of 2015.
albertmeuse22@gmail.comWhen I came to the University of Washington in 2012, I vaguely knew I wanted to be an engineer, but I didn't really carry out the type of self-reflection needed to truly understand what my motivations were. In the past years I have went through a lot of adversity, and have matured greatly. I have become much more inquisitive, and curious. Although I have learned a tremendous amount in my time at UW, I am significantly less presumptive than I used to be, as I am much more aware of just how little I know. My long meandering undergrad experience has culminated in a double major in Bioresource Science & Engineering, and Environmental Science & Resource Management, in addition to a minor in Chemistry. In these programs I have learned a great deal about chemical engineering and forestry, and I intend on applying this knowledge in a way that addresses this current climate crisis we find ourselves in. This past year, under Anthony Dichiara, I conducted research on how graphene sponges made from carbon nanomaterials can be used for water treatment. I have worked as a dispatcher for the US Forest Service, as a canvasser for Environment Washington, and as a process engineer for NORPAC.
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Siena Nicole Traverso
Early Childhood and Family Studies
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Early Childhood and Family Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Being selected as a sophomore medalist
The first thing to know about me is that I hate writing bios. :-) I'm originally from just north of San Francisco, but have made Seattle my home away from home. I decided in the third grade that I wanted to be a teacher and have been on that pathway ever since, so naturally I majored in Early Childhood and Family Studies. In college I've been involved at a variety of places around campus, including as a Peer Adviser, Peer Educator, Tutor-Mentor, Peer Mentor, and Housing Tour Guide. The Honors program has played a big part of my college career, connecting me with many of these opportunities, as well as some of my close friends and mentors. One of my proudest moments (as you can see below), was being awarded the Sophomore medal for high scholarship. I was so honored to be chosen and grateful to those who helped me get there. What's next for me? I'll be sticking around the UW to earn my Masters in Teaching for Elementary Education and can't wait to have a classroom of my own.
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Ryan A. Hahn
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Chemistry
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Getting accepted to Tulane University for a Masters of Science in Pharmacology starting this August!
My WebsiteDuring my time at the University of Washington, I have been blessed by the people I have befriended and the wonderful moments I have experienced. My views have been challenged and shaped by the courses I have taken within my major and the Honors Program as well as through my experiential learning. Throughout my time here I have been an honors peer mentor, an undergraduate researcher, an undergraduate lab assistant, intern for The Freedom Project Seattle, tutor-mentor for the UW Academic Support Programs, subchair of the Relay for Life Marketing Committee, president of the UW Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity Chapter, member of Tribeta Biology Honor Society, and member of the 2018 Senior Gift Council.
I'm thankful for all of my friends and family that have supported me throughout the years and the professors that have shown me what it means to think and practice as a scientist. I'm excited to see what the future holds in store for me at Tulane University as I pursue my masters of science in pharmacology.
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Chang (Kelly) Lu
Accounting
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Accounting
Dance
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of the proudest moments for me at UW were those time when my teams won several very competitive business case competitions.
Thesis: ASC-606 Readiness and SAB 74 Disclosure Quality
kellylc31@icloud.comI am an international student from China. I have had a challenging but wonderful 4-year experience here at UW Foster School of Business.
Foster has helped shape and define who I want to be in the future, and will continue to remind me of who I used to be, what I learned from my past and how I can take the lessons learned with me going forward.
As I am graduating, I am on the way to start my career at Deloitte Consulting NYC office. I hope Huskies can keep connected no matter where we go. Go purple, be gold!
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David Alejandro Alvarez
Communication
David Alejandro Alvarez
Communication
Diversity; Gender, Women's, Sexuality Studies,
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Actually graduating
Thesis: Engaging transfer voices An analysis of communication and information exchange between transfer students and university program
davigator@comcast.netDavid is a transfer student from Seattle Central Community College. He was a reading tutor for the Washington Reading Corps at Solid Ground and a Middle School English Teaching Instructor in Foshan, China before enrolling at UW in January 2014. At UW, he was involved with various activities including as a Resident Adviser, Husky Leadership Initiative peer advisor, Unite UW facilitator, Dream Project mentor, First-Year Programs transfer ambassador, Office of Minorities and Diversity Student Advisory Board member, and a research fellow for the Center of Communication, Difference, and Equity (CCDE). This summer, he will be participating in a Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA) National Undergraduate Fellowship Program internship at the University of Missouri, before becoming Unite UW Early Fall Start Program Leader. He hopes to continue advocating and supporting students who transfer and identity as underrepresented as he eventually pursues a Ph.D. in education.
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Bing Yu Lee
Earth & Space Science: Geology, Oceanography
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Earth & Space Science: Geology, Oceanography
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Making my parents proud has always been one of my life goals. And I am glad that I made it today!
Thesis: Understanding the Long-term Tidal Modulation on Methane Bubble Emission at Southern Hydrate Ridge using Acoustics
As a first-generation Malaysian student, I consider myself a privileged one to be given the opportunity to come this far to pursue my bachelor's degree. My UW experience was an adventure, from performing on stage as an actor and dancer, to co-leading FIUTS CulturalFest, the largest cultural event on campus, to field experiences in the mountains and the ocean, and finally indulging in mentoring and doing research. These community building, leadership, field and research experiences have made me who I am today. I have forged so many international friendships and learned so much from stories coming from different parts of the world. Looking forward, I will further pursue my passion for marine geology, specifically in the energy field. I will also continue to challenge myself with new perspectives and keep growing with the hope to contribute to the world one day.
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Brian Chan
Communication
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Communication
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Graduating with departmental honors
Thesis: The Power of Microcelebrities: Difference in Perceived Credibility Between Male and Female Microcelebrities and Traditional Celebrities
brianchan28ph@gmail.comIf someone were to ask me in 2016 where I would be in 2018, the answer would probably be an underwhelming “school I guess”.
Fast forward two years, and I’m delighted to say I'm graduating from one of the best public universities in the nation with honors one year ahead of schedule, headed to graduate school for a master's degree in communication.
An immigrant from Hong Kong, I moved to Washington state at age 15. My broken English back then meant I could barely speak for myself, and with a transferred GPA of 1.4, my grades did not speak highly of me either. After a few years of adapting to a vastly different culture and environment, I was miraculously admitted to the University of Washington.
Regardless of how reassuring the admission sounded, hurdles were still present as I fought through dyslexia. Through my endeavor to excel in school, help from a number of marvelous professors, and an urge to do research, I was introduced to the Department of Communication's honors program. For the first time, I acquired a multitude of research methods, and was exposed to literature of various disciplines and the depth and breadth of knowledge research brings to the world.
Unlike most other jobs, doing research means every bit of your time committed is a learning opportunity. Whether it be reviewing literature or analyzing data, there is is something valuable in every step of the way, and by becoming a researcher anyone can discover or reveal a piece of knowledge no one has ever figured out before.
Being in the Department of Communication’s honors program is one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life thus far, hence I encourage everyone to join one at the University of Washington if possible. It has changed my life forever and I regret nothing. The future is brighter than ever because of research.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Addison Mitchell Peabody
Architectural Design
Addison Mitchell Peabody
Architectural Design
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Getting accepted to the Architectural Design Major
My WebsiteComing to UW has been an adventure, from finding community around the campus, to studying abroad in Italy, to late, late nights working on architecture assignments. I still remember one of my earliest days on campus walking through Gould Hall, looking at all the amazing projects in the Arch. Design program, and saying aloud "I want to go to this school, and I want to do this program!" Fast forward a few short years later and it's on to the next chapter already.
I'll never forget the memories from the program. Across all the studios I was a part of, I had the opportunity to design urban farms, schools, sculptures, private retreats, and community spaces that gave me a chance to engage with real people on real sites. Learning not just how to draw a space, but to make a meaningful connection between people and places in a design is something I will take with me for the rest of my life. Getting the chance to study abroad was also an experience that resonated deeply with everything I've learned and grown to love about Architecture, and I could not be more grateful for the time we had there.
In addition to the major, UW gave me a chance to continue working at a writing center. As a high school student, I did Running Start full-time and worked at the Highline Writing Center, which is how I learned of the Odegaard Writing and Research Center. Working one-on-one with students across all majors and fields of study was such a privilege, and helping them craft their research, personal statements, and stories was one of the most meaningful connections to the campus I've had during my stay here.
I am both sad to reach the end of this chapter and eager to start the next one. Most of all though, I am grateful for the community and memories I've made at the UW.
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Kerrie Lynn Agosta
Anthropology
Kerrie Lynn Agosta
Anthropology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: I believe it will be the moment of hold in my hands the declaration of my completion of achieving my bachelor's degree !
Thesis: Bursting the Bubble: Transforming White Identities
My WebsiteI returned to college after a 31 year hiatus of raising a family four in 2013. I was at point in my life where I wanted to grow in ways that would challenge me in every sense of my being. It has been an incredible learning experience and I have been enriched in the academic soil of coursework that has literally transformed my life. Having the opportunity to experience Dr. Rachel Chapman's Alter/Native Anthropology course ushered in a profound intersection in my life where the exposure of my own "White Fragility" (DiAngelo, 56). in response to uncomfortable conversations around racial topics and privilege plowed into my identity as a white woman. It was the beginning of a deeper education of my ignorance and a revelation of the isolated reality my Whiteness had afforded me. My conscientious determination to push past fear and move deeper into vulnerable relationships with students of color allowed me to stay connected and do the work that was necessary to create new forms of engagement. The willingness on the part of people of color in my life at the time to move in relationship with me through the difficulty of sharing their stories allowed me to see outside of my own experiences and gain a new kind of knowing. What emerged relationally was profound; students worked through their own positionality within identified constructs of people groups and where together we examined intersections of power and oppression in our own lives through a lens of indigenous scholarship within the discipline of anthropology.
I wanted to understand how whiteness was affecting communities of color in my predominately white community of Bainbridge Island. This led me to purse the opportunity to apply to the departmental honors program in which I was able to continue to pursue an auto-ethnographic collaborative research project in my community in which I ask the questions “Can, and if so, where, when and how are white identities transformed from positions of White Fragility and White Supremacy into identities and relationships with People of Color of solidarity, allyship, accompliceship and race-traitorship in denouncing white privilege in order to create a culture that is equitable and inclusive for all people? ” My research has allowed me to examine how radical social justice education and cross-racial relationship building impacts individual and community identity transformation in respect to racial equity. I am committed to following this work in my community and am inspired by the faith that I see in other community members who are dedicated to the heartwork that is necessary to forge a culture that is more loving and just for all.Robin Di Angelo, “White Fragility” International Journal of Critical Pedagogy, vol. 3. no. 3. 2011, catalyst.uw.edu/workspace/file/download/7efed96ce7ca56e0747e7fffd69e8465f6d5a5451eb4b0ff3be81dabe33f1a34?inline=. (Accessed Nov. 14, 2017) 56.
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Annapurni Sriram
Bioengineering
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Bioengineering
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Speaking to underclassmen about mental health and wellness - success goes beyond numbers!
The University of Washington has offered me incredible academic experiences, facilitated my growth as a leader, and has introduced me to lifelong friends. I am grateful for my undergraduate experience and sense of community here at the UW.
I have explored my passion for biotechnology and global health through my research in the Lutz lab, involvement with Bioengineers without Borders, and in Bioengineering coursework. Challenging Interdisciplinary honors classes and study abroad trips to Italy and the UK have imbibed in me the importance of an inclusive academic perspective. All the while, I have cultivated meaning relationships with peers, faculty, and community members at the UW.
During the last four years, I have found happiness in the pursuit of knowledge and I am so excited and humbled by the possibilities that lie ahead. Cheers to the best friends and family a girl could ask for!
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Chu Judy Zhuang
Economics, Mathematics
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Economics, Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Presented at UW Research Symposium & Undergraduate research presentation at Stanford University
Thesis: Gender Effect on Defined Contribution Pension Plans : Evidence from SIPP Synthetic Beta
judyz1995@gmail.comGreetings everyone!
I am very honored to part of this community! I am interested in health policy evaluations and especially those concerning the marginalized population. I wanted to bring voices to the youth, elderly and diverse ethnic groups concerning health issues. Research has given me the opportunity to explore these questions. I love to learn about the global aspect of health policy and the interdisciplinary aspects of the field ( such as behavioral studies, sociology, law etc.) I will continue pursuing this passion of mine during graduate school at Johns Hopkins University.
Storytelling has been a huge part of my experiences at University of Washington, I am proud to be part of a leadership cohort where I've learnt so much from one another, I am very grateful to all my friends ,mentors, and my family who encouraged me to take initiative and step outside my comfort zone. It has been an amazing journey! I love how photography can tell stories and I have made portfolios focused on urban life of Seattle, I will continue on my hobby in photography, creating more portfolios and keep on being adventurous! I also have a strong interest in poetry and I was super excited to get a published book along with my classmates.Departmental HonorsTags:
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Diego Andreas M. Lingad
International Studies (Development)
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International Studies (Development)
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Helping lead the Filipino American Student Association during the centennial year of Filipino organizations at the UW.
My WebsiteI've always wanted to learn more about the world. My UW experience allowed me to do just that—and then some. In my classes, I've learned about Singaporean foreign policy, represented the Czech Republic in an EU simulation, and co-edited a task force report on Japanese politics. My desire to learn more about the world led me to Singapore, where I spent a year as an exchange student. I've gotten involved in Voyage UW, a student-run magazine that provides a platform for students to share their travel stories. While I was learning about places far and wide, I'm glad to have found a home community at the UW with the Filipino American Student Association (FASA). Serving as FASA's Historian my sophomore year taught me lessons in leadership and the importance of community.
While I've done a lot these past few years, I know there's so much more world for me to learn—and I can't wait to get out there.
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Hannah Farrell
Law, Societies, and Justice
Hannah Farrell
Law, Societies, and Justice
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Receiving a Library Research Award for a paper I wrote, inspired by my time at the Washington State Senate. Also… working for the Washington State Senate!
My WebsiteMy time at UW has been transformative academically, socially, and personally. These three years have been rife with opportunities for growth and challenge. Some highlights were studying abroad in Berlin, working at Leschi Elementary School, my job as a writing tutor and director of a support program for multilingual writers at the Odegaard Writing and Research Center, joining the UW climbing team, working for Washington State Senator Patty Kuderer, taking a class alongside prisoners in Monroe, throwing concerts at my house (called the Pink Castle), and embarking on a nine-day backpacking trip/“environmental science class” in Olympic National Park. At UW I have become an avid skier, an enthusiastic rock climber, a road bike novice, and a pie baker extraordinaire. UW has instilled in me a passion for equity, inclusion, and sustainability. In the coming years, I hope to pursue environmental law or policy in order to equitably and thoughtfully address climate change’s urgencies. But first I’ll be taking a year off to ski bum in Montana.
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Bryce Martz
Computer Science
Bryce Martz
Computer Science
Gender, Women, & Sexuality Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was finishing my first Android app with my team from our Software Engineering course.
Hi I’m Bryce, and after I graduate, I will be staying in Seattle and heading to work as a software engineer at PayScale. When I’m not coding, I love to snowboard and have game nights with friends, and you can catch me doing pub trivia every Tuesday. A fun fact about me is I’ve been to three continents and hope to visit the rest.
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Isabelle J Hua
Neuroscience, Biochemistry
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Neuroscience, Biochemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Leading the Husky Badminton Club in hosting the largest and only student-run tournament in Washington State
My WebsiteMy time UW has been packed with opportunities and experiences which let me explore my interests and passions. I've also found a wonderful community in my majors, research, and clubs. After graduation, I will be continuing my research as a Washington Research Foundation Innovation Postbaccalaureate Fellow in Neuroengineering in the Perlmutter Lab.
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Audrey Marie Conrad
International Studies (General); Political Science
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International Studies (General); Political Science
Human Rights
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: I was the Editor of my JSIS Task Force. It was a lot of work but it was a great opportunity to learn more about editing and organizing a policy report!
Throughout my time at the University of Washington I have focused on studying human rights and immigration through my majors. My research and background is predominantly based on the protection and promotion of human rights both domestically as well as internationally. I also focused on legal and immigration studies and on issues where these concentrations intersect with human rights concerns. During my time at UW, I worked part time in the field of immigration law. I studied the Spanish language abroad in Spain for three months and consider myself proficient in Spanish. After graduating from UW, I plan on ultimately going to law school.
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Maxwell B Rumaner
Bioengineering
Maxwell B Rumaner
Bioengineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Being selected to represent the UW at the Emory Global Health Case Competition in Atlanta, GA
maxrumaner@gmail.comBorn in San Francisco, raised in Portland, OR, and now living in Seattle, I am currently attending the University of Washington, set to graduate with a degree in Biomedical Engineering. I am passionate about engineering and design with the goal to enter the biotech industry as a product development engineer. My research and work experiences have given me the incredible opportunity to see two sides of product development and develop extensive skills and knowledge of both. I am eager to use my abilities to make an impact on an engineering team and improve lives around the world.
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Praphanit Doowa
Communication: Journalism
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Communication: Journalism
Writing and Nutritional Sciences
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My honors thesis on #MeToo, my EDUC 401 program, where I mentored three individuals for three separate quarters, and winning second place at the Deloitte Case Competition for consulting.
Thesis: #MeToo: To what extent does hashtag activism around #MeToo spur cultural and institutional changes?
My Website pdoowa@uw.eduI was born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand and I moved to Seattle for my undergraduate studies at the University of Washington. I am graduating with a Journalism degree with minors in Nutritional Sciences and Writing. During my time at the UW, I have received two scholarships, the Max & Monica Journalism Scholarship and the Marjorie Kaczor Alhadeff Endowed Scholarship for Journalism. I am interested in pursuing a career in consulting and marketing post-graduation but I have a passion for travelling so I'll be doing that during the summer!
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Camila Palacio
Electrical Engineer
Camila Palacio
Electrical Engineer
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment was when my family came to see me graduate from UW EE. My oldest brother flew in from Colombia and my other brother has been there to support me the entire time.
I am excited to say that I will be working in the HoloLens team at Microsoft in July! I am thankful for all of the opportunities I've had as an electrical engineer in departmental honors at UW. For my honors project, I developed a circuit board for the Husky Satellite Lab and wrote a hardware emulator for PWM control on an FPGA.
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Hannah Hyeryeon Jeong
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Hosting Husky Hope & Help (H3) Walk
UW has helped me explore my passion for psychiatry and behavioral health nursing through various leadership and service opportunities. I got to conduct a research on the Forefront Cares program, a service provided by Forefront Suicide Prevention, through BSN Honors. I hope to discover ways to improve such community support for suicide loss survivors and to help them find appropriate resources. I am committed to reducing prejudice around mental health, encouraging people to seek help and promoting mental health in my communities.
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Zhouyihan Li
biochemistry
Zhouyihan Li
biochemistry
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Receive the Mary Gates Research Scholarship
I am from China. I like dancing, reading and yoga. My career direction is biomedical science, so I also did some research at several labs at UW.
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Diego Molina Ochoa
Biology(Physiology)
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Biology(Physiology)
Global Health
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Getting into the Scans Design Internship on Pain Medicine Research program
As someone who has always strived to gather a wide range of knowledge and experiences, the honors program has been a huge part of my undergraduate career. I learned so much more and experience so many different things that would never have happened had I stuck to a pure biology based undergraduate career. Thanks to the honors program I've fleshed out my interests in global health and medicine, and as I continue down my path of clinical research and medicine, I will look back on my time at the UW and the honors program proudly.
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Ian S Platou
Italian Studies
Ian S Platou
Italian Studies
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Working alongside high school students as a High School Lead for the University of Washington Dream Project
Growing up in the Seattle area I always thought of UW as being practically in my backyard, so it took me a while to realize the vast amount of opportunities I had in front of me. But with the help of the Interdisciplinary Honors Program and their amazing study abroad experiences I discovered a passion for Italian culture and language, which became my major. After graduation I am moving to Rome as I will be the student intern at the UW Rome Center for one year and plan on attending law school afterwards. I am an avid soccer fan with a passion for Seattle Sounders FC and love fitness and long distance running. Go dawgs!
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Anna C Maxwell
POLS, ESRM
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POLS, ESRM
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my honors thesis and making it to NCAAs my sophomore year
Thesis: Diffusion of Agricultural Innovation: A case study of the use of biosolids in the state of Washington
Annamaxwell@Comcast.netI had the honor of running on the UW Track and Field and Cross Country team for the past five years while completing a BS in Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource management and a BA in Political Science. I love hiking, biking, trail running, birding, photography, and anything to do with rivers. I hope to run the Boston Marathon next year while I study for the LSAT.
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Henry Zenkichi Fulghum
Earth and Space Sciences
Henry Zenkichi Fulghum
Earth and Space Sciences
Paleobiology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: As a sophomore, I worked as a member of the field crew that recovered the Tufts-Love Tyrannosaurus rex for the Burke Museum.
Thesis: Comparative osteohistology of extant small-bodied mammals with implications for understanding the growth dynamics of Mesozoic mammals
I came to UW as a transfer from Seattle Central Community College. Since becoming a Husky, I've co-authored three papers, mentored dozens of students, and made life-long friendships. While pursuing my degree, I worked as the lab manager for Dr. Gregory Wilson and studied the evolutionary dynamics of mammals across the Cretaceous-Paleogene mass extinction boundary. As a member of the Wilson lab, I spent the last three summers in Montana collecting fossils for the Hell Creek Project and volunteering with the DIG Field School to give K-12 teachers hands-on experiences in geoscience. In the fall, I will continue as manager of the Wilson lab while pursuing a graduate position in paleobiological studies.
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Nola Peshkin
English Language and Literature
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English Language and Literature
French Language, Sociolinguistics, and Translation
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Opening my email and finding out I had been granted a Fulbright Scholarship! I applied on a total whim, and only started the application a few weeks before the deadline, so I was definitely a little shocked.
Thesis: Flowing With Milk and Honey: How the Fertile Powers of Women and Nature Create Patriarchal Fear and the Desire for Control and Commodification
My Website npeshkin@gmail.comSumming up 4 years in a few sentences is the hardest assignment I've had yet! From working to change campus environmental policy as the Executive Director of SEED, to interning for Rick Steves, to falling deeply in love with victorian literature, my time at UW has been a succession of wonderful and varied adventures. UW Honors has given me so much more than I could have hoped for, including a foundational community and an amazing Partners in the Parks trip. I'm currently trying to balance my passions for environmental conservation and english literature, and figuring out where/how/if the two intersect.
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Gurdeep Gill
Philosopyhy
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Philosopyhy
Education, Learning, and Societies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Presenting research at the 21st UW Undergraduate Symposium with my lab partner, Hannah.
I entered the University of Washington knowing that I wanted to study Philosophy. At the time, I was unsure of how I could use Philosophy to impact the world beyond academia, but I was driven by my curiosity to study it nonetheless. I wanted to understand the world and to me, studying Philosophy was the best way to do this. Through my classes, I was able to engage in discussions concerning identity, quality of life, and what it means to be an epistemic agent in the world. I was given the opportunity to connect these discussions outside the college classroom by working with the Philosophy for Children Center, which focuses on empowering k-12 students through providing them the space to explore their own ideas. By working with k-12 students, I found that the students were asking the same questions, trying to understand the world similarly as me. I also found that many students were unable to fully engage with these questions because of overarching issues. Being a first-generation student myself, I understood the difficulties of focusing on school when other issues are prevalent. It made me passionate to learn about and address these issues through classes and research. I began dedicating myself to learning about ways to address inequities in education, focusing primarily on accessibility issues. As I leave UW, I hope to continue to learn and implement ways to make education accessible to all because a good education leads to more opportunities to live the life one wants, which in many cases increases the quality.
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Alexander Novokhodko
Bioengineering and Biology (Physiology)
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Bioengineering and Biology (Physiology)
Applied Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Designing an XBOX controller so that it doesn't require fine motor control to operate. The adapted controller has large buttons and joysticks, making it more accessible for people of all abillities. Seeing it in use was my proudest moment. This was possible thanks to a Bioengineering Honors team, and later the RSO HuskyADAPT.
Thesis: Design of a System to Study Endothelial Cell Adaptation in Response to Physiological Cues In Vitro (Bioengineering Capstone Final Report)
AlexanderNovok98@gmail.comI am an engineer, a scientist, and an advocate. The University of Washington has given me a priceless opportunity to learn while solving real, tangible problems. In research in the Zheng Lab I designed a system to control pressure and flow across blood vessels "in a Petri dish". This work was recognized by the Levinson Emerging Scholars program and presented at the Mary Gates Research Symposium (see "Design and Engineering of Open Source Hardware for Pressure Regulation in the Study of Vascular Processes" and "Venous to Arterial Endothelial Adaptation in Response to Pressure and Flow in Vitro").
Through the Bioengineering Departmental Honors program and the RSO HuskyADAPT I was part of the team that organized the first Holiday Toy Hack (see here https://bioe.uw.edu/bioengineering-outreach-and-honors-team-adapts-toys-for-children-with-disabilities-at-holiday-toy-hack-event/ and here https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/seattle/toy-hackers-help-kids-with-disabilities/367898045). I went on to organize a new team, and we worked together to adapt an XBOX controller for the needs of a local family.
I have interned at Takeda Pharmaceuticals and Fractal Therapeutics, exploring new approaches to cancer treatment through computational modeling.
Finally, I have had the honor to be elected as an ASUW student senator. In this role I advocated for ensuring that Early Entrance students like myself have equal access to research opportunities (https://depts.washington.edu/asuwsen/oro/#!LegislationView/id=183233) and for housing affordability in the City of Seattle (See here https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/seattle/could-apartments-soon-go-to-the-highest-bidder-in-seattle/281-523256324 and https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/seattle-may-ban-rent-bidding-websites/).
In all of these roles, I have had the opportunity to work with wonderful teams of students, instructors and stakeholders. Thank you to all the mentors, peers and advisors who have made this experience possible. The collaborative environment, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact that benefits others are my favorite things about the university.
I plan to continue my growth in medical research and development in biomedical industry, to discover cures and improve treatments.
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Bishir Darra
Materials Science & Engineering
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Materials Science & Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting into my engineering major, and managing to keep my GPA high enough for Honors.
I'm an MSE graduate who has a lot of love for semiconductors and quantum materials.
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Jalene A Weatherholt
Environmental Science Resource Management
Jalene A Weatherholt
Environmental Science Resource Management
Marine Biology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW would probably be getting the position on my first field crew. There was so much to learn and such a huge adventure ahead of me; all of my hard work had paid off.
Thesis: Impacts of Burn Severity on Soil Hydrophobicity in the Pacific Northwest
My WebsiteThroughout my time at UW I have had the opportunity to work two post-wildfire field seasons throughout Washington, Montana, and Oregon. My passion for field work, environmental science, and soil ecology has now led me to continue at UW for my masters of science focused on post-wildfire soil ecology.
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Lirui Wang
Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering
Lirui Wang
Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering
Mathematics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: When the paper was accepted to RSS.
Thesis: Learning Cluttered Scene Manipulation with Goals
My WebsiteI study Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Washington. I am an undergraduate researcher advised by Prof. Dieter Fox in Robotics and State Estimation Lab. I also work closely with Dr. Yu Xiang in NVIDIA Robotics Lab. My research focus lies in Computer Vision and Robotics. I also have broad interests in Optimization and Machine Learning.
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Katherine Gwyn
Political Science & Communication
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Political Science & Communication
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Proudest moment was getting into law schools and making the final decision to attend Stanford Law School.
My WebsitePNW native, dog lover, car camper, budding world traveler, news junkie, future JD. I am proud to be leaving the UW and Honors with a greater understanding of all things from the philosophy of gender to African-American political theory to my own aspirations. College experiences include: Honors peer educator, summer abroad in Montpellier, legal assistant at the Housing Justice Project, campaign intern x2, research intern on far-right movements at IREHR, president of Tri Delta at the UW. Many thanks to the faculty, advisors, classmates and friends that contributed to a wonderful four years.
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Boya Ouyang
English (Creative Writing), Mathematics (Philosophy), Philosophy
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English (Creative Writing), Mathematics (Philosophy), Philosophy
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: The moment I finally turned in my English thesis!
Thesis: Imaginary Equality, Romance, and Sex: Teenage Girls and Boys’ Love Literature in China
shirley.b.ouyang@gmail.comI am an international student from Changsha, China. I triple majored in English, Math, and Philosophy. UW not only offers a great environment for learning and research but also many many many other opportunities. I love to see the world and understand the world from different perspectives, so I am very grateful for the wonderful study abroad opportunities at UW, allowing me to study abroad four times--to England, Italy, Spain, and Ecuador. In the future, I will continue to get to know and to embrace the diversities and differences that make our world complex and colorful.
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Ashley Grace Hillis
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Ashley Grace Hillis
Environmental Science and Resource Management
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: In ESRM 315, we took a field trip to Mount St. Helens and had a tour of a forest lead by Jerry Franklin. He is an inspiration in the forestry world, so getting to meet him was an amazing opportunity.
Thesis: The Effects of Stand Age, Species, and Geographic Location on Seed Counts Within Serotinous Cones
ashleyhillis2020@gmail.comHi! My name is Ashley Hillis and I am graduating with a degree in ESRM with a focus in forest management and with departmental honors. My time at UW has been filled with so many research opportunities that have provided invaluable experience. For instance, I worked with two different UW grad students in the Quantitative Ecology lab monitoring different types of animals. I also worked for the center in urban horticulture collecting data on the beautiful cherries trees at UW to help make a model to predict when they will bloom. I also took my research interest outside of UW and did a summer of fieldwork with Pacific Wildland Fire Science Lab. I spent the summer under the California sun measuring vegetation and tree DBH in high severity burned areas. When I came back to UW I spent my senior year continuing research in fire disturbances by studying serotinous cones and different variables that affect the seeds they contain. I did this work under the guidance of Michelle Agne a Ph.D. student in the Harvey Lab. Over the summer I will continue doing work with the Harvey lab doing fieldwork. In the future, I plan on continuing my passion for environmental science and attending graduate school.
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Saralyn Hormachuelos Santos
Informatics: Human-Computer Interaction
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Informatics: Human-Computer Interaction
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Performing with Sayaw and FASA sa UW at the Centennial Gala, celebrating 100 years of Filipino and Filipino American organizations at the University of Washington.
saralynsantos@gmail.com“Ang hindi marunong lumingon sa pinanggalingan ay hindi makakarating sa paroroonan.” Throughout my college career, I've quoted this saying by Jose Rizal so many times I've lost count. Literally, it translates to "One who does not know how to look back at where they came from will never reach their destination." But the simpler translation I prefer to use is "No history, no self; know history, know self."
Going into college, I had a tenuous connection to my own Filipino history and culture. When I was a freshman, though, I was lured into a Filipino American Student Association meeting with the promise of free mango ice cream. From there, I grew significantly. I learned my history: about the circumstances that brought my family to the United States and the people who fought for the rights and privileges I have today. I learned about myself: about my likes, dislikes, my leadership style, and what I wanted to do with my life. I spent three years as a FASA officer, serving as historian, secretary, and Sayaw coordinator. I got into the Informatics program, and used the history I had learned to inform the projects I undertook.
As I conclude my time at the University of Washington, I can proudly say that I know my history, and I know myself. I know how to look back at where I came from, and I am grateful for all the love and support that helped me to get where I am today. And although my destination is unclear at the moment, I have no doubt that I am equipped with the tools I need to reach it.
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Kiana Alexis Rahni
Economics & Political Science
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Economics & Political Science
Global Health
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Finishing my thesis felt like a major accomplishment, one that truly captured my wide range of academic interests!
Thesis: Autocratic Transitions & Health System Performance: Regime Type as a Social Determinant of Health
I came to UW determined to go to law school and run for office. Over the past four years, UW and the Honors Program gave me the opportunity to explore a much broader range of interests. I've since taken a deep dive into the field of global health, learned to code, studied abroad in Uganda, completed internships and research at King County Public Health and UW Medicine, and found my first full-time job as a consultant. I've pursued my passion for philanthropy and educational opportunity and feel so grateful and proud to have spent the last four years making the most of the communities, classes, and opportunities that UW has provided me.
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Thomas A Zadrozny
International Studies and History
Thomas A Zadrozny
International Studies and History
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Performing with Ludovic Morlot and the Seattle Symphony at Benaroya Hall
Thesis: Luxurious Insulae: Medianum Apartments and the Middle Class of Ostia
thomaszad@gmail.comI came to University if Washington from New York, and Seattle has become a second home. To cap my undergraduate education, I interned at U.S. Embassy Dakar, which (hopefully) foreshadows my future career with the Department of State. I played cello in the UW Symphony, ran the Jackson School Journal, camped on the Olympic Peninsula, and studied the ancients in Rome. Honors has brought me wonderful professors, supportive advisors and lifelong friends; it has been an indispensable part of the last five years for me.
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Harrison Sarsito
Chemical Engineering
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Chemical Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Working together with 4 fellow Chemical Engineering undergraduates and 1 MBA student to win the Social Impact Prize at the 2019 Dempsey Startup Competition
My experience as a Husky is defined by so much more than just working through challenging engineering problems. It was a time where I really got to explore my true passion, potential and purpose.
In my time here, I have been fortunate to have my family, mentors and friends support me in all of my personal and academic endeavors. For all that I have been able to achieve during my time here, I owe it all to them.
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Nikki Kurtz
Law, Societies and Justice
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Law, Societies and Justice
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my internship with Books to Prisoners.
Thesis: From Buyer Beware to Ending Exploitation Collaborative: The Nordic Model and Human Rights of Sex Workers in King County
I graduated in December of 2018 with a Bachelors' of Arts in Law, Societies and Justice. I focused my honors research on the violations of human rights perpetrated by the local government and prosecutors in Seattle and King County against women working in the sex trade, particularly through the use of pseudo-legalization. Since then, I've been working on preparing my thesis for publication and have been working as a residential rehabilitative counselor at an in-custody competency restoration center for those found incompetent to stand trial with Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
I will be moving to Dallas this summer to begin attending Southern Methodist University School of Law. I will be working towards my juris doctor for the next three years and hope to work in civil liberties law in Texas after graduation and after taking the bar exam.
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Elaine Katherine Currie
Psychology
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Psychology
Education, Learning, & Society
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Being elected as Vice President of Member Development in my sorority.
Thesis: Just Close Your Eyes: What the Brain at Rest Reveals About Memory
Since transferring to the UW mid-sophomore year, Honors has helped me realize a passion for education and advising. I will continue to pursue this passion in the future, as I continue on to grad school for my M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration.
Over my two and a half years at the UW, I have had countless opportunities to enrich my college experience. I have worked on campus at the ArtsUW Ticket Office, held an executive position in my sorority, completed undergraduate research (and an accompanying thesis), and had the incredible opportunity to be an undergraduate TA within my major, and peer educator for the Honors program. Possibly my favorite experience was traveling abroad with Honors to the Netherlands; I made incredible friends and got the chance to explore topics completely unrelated to my major.
I made the best friends and best memories at the UW, and I can't thank my family enough for supporting me throughout it all. I wouldn't be where I am today without my mom, grandma, and grandpa, and I want to recognize their generosity and commitment to my education since the day I was born. I would also like to thank my cat, for sitting with me through every assignment throughout the final spring quarter. Although this is a strange time to graduate, I can't wait to see what the future holds!
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Riti Biswas
Bioengineering
Riti Biswas
Bioengineering
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Watching a little group of friends turn into a big family of musicians through our RSO, Unplugged.
Throughout the past four years, I've realized that it's possible to find a balance in life among seemingly disparate interests. I love doing research in protein design, I love playing music, and I love dancing—and I've been able to get deeply involved in all of these. But my biggest takeaway? No matter what you're doing, people matter most.
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Leah Osnis
Biochemistry
Leah Osnis
Biochemistry
Chemistry and English
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: A good amount of my proudest moments involved lab. When I first started research, I struggled picking things up. Thus when things started going well, I always felt an immense sense of pride such as when someone first started asking me for advice, or when I presented my work, or when I was published on a paper.
I have been a Seattle local since 2007 and came to UW not entirely set on what I wanted to do but the natural sciences have always interested me. I ended up pursuing a pre-medical track and at my time at UW I have tutored, participated in research, and volunteered. In my spare time I love playing with my two dogs, drinking coffee and reading - something I hope to catch up on after graduation.
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Ethan F Knight
Neuroscience (B.S.), Public Health-Global Health (B.S.)
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Neuroscience (B.S.), Public Health-Global Health (B.S.)
Chemistry
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Finally being able to travel and study abroad to Costa Rica! It was an amazing country (with such good coffee) and I made many new friends along the way.
My Website knigheth000@gmail.comHi, my name is Ethan Knight! I graduating with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Public Health-Global Health, with College Honors in the latter. Throughout my time at UW, I have been blessed with the different friends, mentors, coworkers, and peers that I have met!
While I first arrived at UW a tad bit apprehensive and introverted, it was the small communities that I was able to find that brought me out of my shell. These communities - honors chemistry and Neuroscience - allowed me to grow and learn, both as a student and as a person, and I would not be who I am today without them. Also, my opportunity to study abroad in Costa Rica allowed me to study something outside of my major, as well as make some new friends and mentors!
In addition, UW has also given me the opportunity to participate as a student researcher in the Dichek Lab. My time in the Dichek Lab has been incredibly formative and has solidified my desire to continue to engage in clinically important research. Combined with the lessons of my Public Health-Global Health major, I have gotten an expansive overview of medicine and health, from a single gene to communities-at-large.
I would like to thank all of my friends, family, and mentors for my UW experience (shout out to the Neuroganglia and Harvard House). Without you all, my experience would have been indescribably lacking!
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Kahana Pietsch
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Kahana Pietsch
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Too many to count! While I've accomplished a lot in my classes, research, and personal interests, a lot of my proudest moments have involved introducing others to the passions that are important to me and seeing them get just as excited about them as I am. Whether this is helping someone catch their first fish or take their first backcountry camping trip, I think it's these moments I cherish the most.
kahanp@uw.eduThe last 4 years have been some of the greatest of my life, I've had the privilege to explore and expand my many outdoor hobbies, fishing the lakes and streams of this beautiful state and hiking and climbing my way through its hills all while making new friends and learning new things. I've been incredibly fortunate to get to be a part of multiple research projects in my department and learn through my classes more about my field than I even knew existed when I first started here. I'm continuing my work studying abalone withering syndrome in the labs of Carolyn Friedman for at least the next year and where life will take me after that I don't know but I'm sure looking forward to it! I'm incredibly grateful to all the staff and fellow students without whose support I could never have made it this far.
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Katie Champoux
Neurobiology and Psychology
Katie Champoux
Neurobiology and Psychology
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Becoming a member of Phi Beta Kappa as a junior.
Thesis: Differential Development of Myelin in the Zebra Finch Song System Corresponds to Faster Song Tempo
One of my most significant experiences has been undergraduate research in Dr. David Perkel’s lab studying the neural mechanisms of learning, memory, and vocalization that allow singing in songbirds like zebra finches. I discovered how much I enjoy the challenges of research and understanding how research can translate into clinical medicine and patient care.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my coursework to earn degrees in Neurobiology and Psychology. I love studying everything and anything about the nervous system, from molecular mechanisms to anatomy, from neuropharmacology to the neural basis of human behavior.
During my Husky years, I discovered my passion for helping others. I now know that I want to help people improve their health and I plan to attend medical school. I am very grateful for love and support from my family, friends, and mentors. I am also proud to earn Departmental Honors in Neurobiology and be a part of the UW Honors Family.
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Levi J. Sy
B.S. in Biochemistry & B.A. in Russian Language, Literature, & Culture
Levi J. Sy
B.S. in Biochemistry & B.A. in Russian Language, Literature, & Culture
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Working as a House Manager at Meany Center for the Performing Arts
Thesis: Film, Medicine, & Moscow: Translations of Maxim Osipov's "Little Lord Fauntleroy" & "Fantasy"
levi.j.sy@gmail.comMy time at UW has certainly been one of unexpected, yet completely fulfilling, events. Coming to UW four long years ago, I knew that I wanted to get a degree in the physical sciences, likely in chemistry or biochemistry. While that did come to pass, it was one of the few parts of my education that followed my initial plans. Little did I know then that I would begin studying the Russian language, study abroad in St. Petersburg for a summer, and pursue an additional degree from the Department of Slavic Languages & Literature, much less write a translation thesis, translating two contemporary short stories from Russian into English. Despite the unforeseen nature of all of this, I wouldn't change it for the world.
Beyond classes, I enjoyed playing the French horn in various bands and orchestras on campus, as well as working at Meany Center for the Performing Arts as an usher and now a house manager. Looking forward, I hope to take a year or two off of school and then pursue a higher degree, likely in international relations or political science. Thank you to all of my friends, colleagues, and professors for your support!Departmental HonorsTags:
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Miriam Al-Saedy
B.S Biochemistry
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B.S Biochemistry
English
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Working with my mentors and Principal Investigator on a scientific project and gaining hands on skills and experiences in biochemical research.
Thesis: Insights into the N-Terminal Region IXI Motif Binding Interactions of HSPB5
My experiences as a biochemistry major and in teaching Chem 142 students in quiz sections as part of STEM-Dawgs led me to appreciate the fact that knowledge must be shared and taught well to promote understanding. As president and founder of PreMedsUnited at UW, I built a community of pre-health students that support and motivate one for success. As a future physician, I aspire to continue my teaching and mentoring pursuits in medical school and beyond.
Some words of wisdom: Stay steadfast in your dreams and you will achieve them. Don’t perceive setbacks as failures, rather they are a part of your journey. You can’t have success without failure. Be sure to make the most out of your education, whether that is participating in extracurricular activities, tutoring students, or getting to know your professors during office hours. After all, getting an education is more than just reading books and taking exams, it is getting to know your colleagues and future co-workers to become the next generation of leaders and changemakers in your communities and for the world.
My interests include studying the Arabic language and cooking and baking a lot of different Middle Eastern food. I also love to travel, and a place I’ll never forget is visiting the ancient city of Babylon in Iraq during the Summer of 2019 (and yes, it was excruciatingly hot!).
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Ricky Spaulding
English
Ricky Spaulding
English
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Finishing my thesis! I've grown so much as a writer in the past three years, so finishing a project on that scale was very gratifying.
Thesis: Really Really Real: Reality in Performance and the Hyperreal in the Plays of Annie Baker
In addition to the English department, I've been heavily involved with the School of Drama as well as the Department of Dance, taking many classes in those departments. I've also participated in eight productions (plays and musicals) during my time at UW, primarily as an actor but also as a director and crew member. This year in the English Honors sequence I've had the opportunity to focus on Drama and write a thesis about one of my favorite contemporary playwrights, Annie Baker. I've also had the opportunity to blend my interests in English and Drama by working as a Literary Intern at ACT Theatre.
This August I will be moving to New York City to attend a two-and-a-half year acting conservatory program at the Atlantic Acting School.
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Vanessa Hannah Lim
Psychology
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Psychology
Disability Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my degree in three years and exactly 180 credits!
Thesis: Elements of Compromised Autobiographical Memory and PTSD
vanesl@uw.eduI love music, good reads, and getting outside! It was a pride and joy to lead The Veritas Forum at UW for three years and I have a similar desire to be gracious and conversational with people who think differently than I do. I love themes of generativity and creativity out of trauma, and I hope to bring such components of healing into my work with trauma populations in the future.
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Ryann Leigh Funk
B.A. in Communication and Photo/Media
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B.A. in Communication and Photo/Media
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Getting the opportunity to exhibit my art work at the UW Tower, the Husky Union Building, and the UW Medical Center in Winter 2019
Thesis: Art Heaux - a one-off 20-page publication on character study, emotion, and underlying themes of past and present
My WebsiteI spent my 4 years at UW studying technology and global media in the Department of Communication as well as Photo/Media in the School of Art, where I was a part of the 2019-2020 Honors cohort. Off campus, I was a member of Chi Omega sorority, where I served as the Alumni Relations Coordinator for 2 years. When I wasn’t in the art building working on my next project, I was a volunteer with ASUW A+E for 2 years where I was a committee lead for Spring Show 2019, and I got the opportunity to be a Game Day Recruiting Intern for Husky Football during the 2018-2019 season. My passions currently lie in bringing ideas to life, creating memorable live experiences for audiences, and making safe and equal spaces for people in the various sectors of the entertainment industry, regardless of race or gender identity.
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Gina Pak
Environmental Studies
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Environmental Studies
Urban Planning and Design
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my 9 month long capstone project and finding an amazing team of support throughout my journey at UW.
Thesis: Utilizing Technology for Interpretive Materials in Urban Parks (Friends of Discovery Park)
pakgina96@yahoo.comI'm entirely grateful for my experience at the University of Washington. I have learned so much about how to think critically and work with different groups of people on a variety of projects, while also balancing work and a social life. I'm so passionate about the environment, sustainability and building community! I cannot wait to use these skills I have gained through my undergraduate experience to make an impact on the world, no matter how small or large!
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Emma S Schnee
International Studies
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International Studies
Entrepreneurship
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Really taking advantage of the opportunities in Seattle and the surrounding outdoors!
emma.schnee1@gmail.comI am so thankful for the last four years at UW and the amazing education that I received. Here are a few highlights:
- The Jackson School's task force program where my team created policy recommendations for the Syrian Refugee Crisis and presented to Michael Ratney, a senior US Foreign Service Officer and former US Special Envoy for Syria.
- Creating Altru, a sustainable snack marketing business, as part of the "create a company" Entrepreneurship Capstone.
- UW Club Soccer, Skiing, Hiking, Climbing
- Favorite PNW outdoor adventure: Through Hiking the Enchantments
- Unofficial Minor in Travel: China, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Argentina
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Alex Spofford
Comparative Literature
Alex Spofford
Comparative Literature
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: My proudest moment at UW was the completion of my senior thesis.
Thesis: Pet Perspectives: The Role of Companion Animals in Modern British Literature
I will soon be studying Czech during my MA at the University of Michigan.
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Tayler Hoftell
Materials Science & Engineering
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Materials Science & Engineering
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Being able to graduate in 4 years from such an amazing university and program! It's been an incredible journey and I'm so thankful for the things I've been able to achieve in my time here.
tayler.hoftell@gmail.comAs a first generation college student, I never thought I would be where I am at today. I've been able to accomplish literally my wildest dreams here at UW. Before I started college, I knew I wanted to be an engineer. I found the MSE department my freshman year at UW and knew that was the path I wanted to go down. Although there have been plenty of ups and downs throughout my time here, I’ve found this degree to be so rewarding and I sometimes I can’t believe how far I’ve come since my freshman year. I've been involved with incredible research in the MSE department and with the Boeing Advanced Research Center on campus that has truly shaped my undergraduate experience here. After graduation, I'll be starting my career as an engineer at Honeywell Aerospace and I couldn't be more excited!
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Isaac Burton Love
Computer Engineering and Mathematics
Isaac Burton Love
Computer Engineering and Mathematics
Designation: College Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Watching the results of the senior capstone robot, RoboAngelo, autonomously draw on a whiteboard.
Thesis: Using a Non-Iterative Inverse Kinematic Method to Imitate a Human Arm with a PR2 Robot; Levenberg-Marquardt Algorithm in Robotic Controls
I enjoy robotics, rockets, Dungeons & Dragons, and Magic: the Gathering.
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Nitya Sampath
Linguistics
Nitya Sampath
Linguistics
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: Completing my thesis and graduating with honors
Thesis: An Evaluation of an Automatically Generated Grammar of Ik
I am most interested in studying computational linguistics and historical linguistics. I found linguistics accidentally when I decided to take an intro course as an elective in my freshman year. I realized I liked it so much that I switched majors the next quarter. I am also interested in history, astronomy, evolution and computer science. I got to study abroad in Rome this past year and it was one of my favorite experiences at UW. After graduation, I am looking forward to returning to UW for a master's program in computational linguistics.
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Sophie I Muro
Anthropology
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Anthropology
Art History
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: The summers I have spent in the field, living and working as an archaeological researcher in Oregon!
Thesis: “Through a Screen”: The Photogrammetry and Digital Curation of Belongings from the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde”
sophimuro@gmail.comHi! My name is Sophie and I am a recent graduate of the Anthropology Department Honors Program! I am passionate about decolonizing museum collections and archaeological methods in order to create accessible resources for extant community members. In Fall 2020, I will begin a graduate degree in Museum Studies at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., with the long-term goal of working in collections management and curation. My time as an honors student has allowed me to travel, research, and build lasting connections with professors and community members!
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Dani A Benedict
Social Welfare
Dani A Benedict
Social Welfare
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: Conducting research on a topic I was so passionate about!
Thesis: Photovoice: Illuminating the Impacts of Inclusive Education Services in United States Public Schools
My Website daniellebenedict7@gmail.comDani is graduating from the University of Washington with honors and a BA in Social Welfare. Throughout her journey through the School of Social Work Honors Program, she has used the opportunity to critically reflect on the current state of inclusion and special education services in our public schools using a Community-Based Participatory Approach to allow students with disabilities to advocate and be the primary voices for special education reform. While at UW Dani has filled the roles of Vice President for the Mortar Board Tolo Chapter National College Honor Society, Community Service Co-Chair for the Organization of Student Social Workers, acted as a First-Year Interest Group (FIG) Leader, Dawg Daze Leader, and former UW Dream Project mentor and High School Lead. In her future Dani will be continuing her academic career by pursuing a Masters in Social Work with a concentration in Children, Youth, and Families. In her future Dani looks forward to supporting people with disabilities in attaining inclusion through meaningful employment in the community and having equitable access to education.
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Gabrielle Anjelica Gersten
Public Health--Global Health
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Public Health--Global Health
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments is when I was able to share my research about e-cigarettes with legislators in Olympia, WA to lobby for public health bills.
gabbygersten@gmail.comI was born and raised in Seattle and I am so proud to graduate from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health--Global Health. I have learned so much and have made so many meaningful relationships these past four years that I will always cherish. After graduation, I will be continuing to work as a Behavior Technician, a challenging yet rewarding position, and I hope to attend graduate school to earn a Master's in Occupational Therapy within the next few years.
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Brian Kang
Economics & ACMS (ME)
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Economics & ACMS (ME)
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Building complicated ML models (after days of debugging) that benefit and potentially save human health
Thesis: A Take on Generalized Spatial Mismatch Hypothesis: Effects of Residency Away From Work on Income Inequality
kangb6187@gmail.comUW wasn't the highest ranking school I was admitted to. Some told me that I was making a huge mistake and I will come to regret it someday, but something that I can't really express pushed me to come to UW. Now that I'm done, I can tell what that "something" was: Cooking, friends, all-nighters, research, mentorships, bowling, hiking, internships, coffee chats, cold emails, stressing, drinking, binge-watch, TA-ing, free food, clubs, machine learning, and much much more.
I don't regret a single bit coming to UW. I'm finishing strong and all the experiences stay with me forever.
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Jenel Li
Communication
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Communication
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2018/2019
Proudest Moment: One of my proudest moments at UW was back to my freshmen year when I took the public speaking class and did my final speech at the red square. Finding my voice as an international student in a big American college made me reflect on how much I seek for a platform to speak on topics that stand out to me and advocate for the community I care about.
Thesis: Exploring the role of peer mentorship in acculturation among international stduents
My WebsiteJenel Li was born in Tokyo, Japan and raised in Beiijng, China. Growing up, Jenel had learned and spoke three distinct languages by experiencing three different education systems. Being a global news anchor was her childhood dream.
Jenel graduated from the University of Washington in 2019 with a Bachelor degree in communication. With her passion in interpersonal communication, cultural exchange, and social justice, she competed her departmental honors by doing her research on the role of peer mentorship in acculturation among international students. Jenel is pursuing her master degree in social work and business administration at the Columbia University. She is driven to grow as a communication professional who is capable of utilizing languages effectively to present herself, as well as being the voice of others, for a variety of purposes.
Jenel is passionate about leadership development and storytelling. Jenel is a hiring chair at the Associated Student of University of Washington as well as the vice president of the International Student Mentorship Program. She is dedicated to serving the communities in which she lives and works.
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Kate Pierce
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Kate Pierce
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Designation: Interdisciplinary Honors
Honors Grads 2017/2018
Proudest Moment: N/A
Thank you Honors Program for allowing me to get an interdisciplinary education and making a big school feel small. Thank you to all of my teachers and mentors for instilling a passion for learning in me. Thank you to my great friends for keeping me laughing. Thank you to my sister for keeping me strong and grounded. And lastly, thank you to my parents for their unwavering love and support in all that I choose to pursue.
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Stacie Tao
Social Welfare (BSW) and Early Childhood & Family Studies
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Social Welfare (BSW) and Early Childhood & Family Studies
Designation: Departmental Honors
Honors Grads 2019/2020
Proudest Moment: Interning in Washington D.C. with the support of the Jackson Munro Public Service Fellowship!
Thesis: Effectiveness of Critical Ongoing Resource family Education (CORE-Teen): Support for Resource Parents of American Indian Teens
tao.stacie@columbia.eduIn my four, short years at the University of Washington, my interest in working with young children has grown into a life-long dedication for dismantling intergenerational & systemic inequity and racial disproportionality in the child welfare system. Numerous non-profit organizations and early intervention/learning centers have guided me towards a path of advocating for trauma and culturally informed social policy. As I pursue this work, I aim to create lasting social change through a transformative justice lens and uphold intentional practices to dismantle traditional power dynamics that have led to deep system inequity. Outside the classroom, I spent my spare time involved with research, public service, study abroad, and playing my trumpet with the Husky Marching Band & UW Symphony.
I am immensely grateful for the opportunities and support I received through the University of Washington; the womxn of color faculty and mentors that encouraged me to dream bigger; and my social work cohort for being role models of social change, accountability and grace.
I am eager to embark on my next journey of pursuing a Master’s of Science in Social Work at Columbia University, where I will be working with The Center on Poverty and Social Policy.
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Comparative History of Ideas
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Computer Science
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Music (Voice Performance), Architecture Studies
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Microbiology
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Psychology and English
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Noah Emmett Leary Johnson
Mechanical Engineering
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James Julian Means
English
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Chiara Rose DeSantis
Public Health - Global Health and Spanish
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Terezia Maria Redfern
Spanish Language and Literature
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Dave Bonan
Atmospheric Sciences
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Max Florian Steiner
Chemical Engineering
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Michaila S Forte
Biochemistry
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Nell Baumgarten
Biology and Psychology
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Audrey Immel
Public Health-Global Health
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Alex Ianchenko
Architectural Design
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Lisa Rei Courtney
Civil and Environmental Engineering
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Fa'aumu Kaimana
Anthropology: Medical Anthropology & Global Health, Sociology
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Amanda Elaine Chalfant
Computer Science
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Jyoti D Bodas
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Maria Isabel Zamora
Interdisciplinary Visual Arts
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We love Honors
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Kleitia Cerekja
Public Health- Global Health
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Alexander Le
Electrical Engineering, Geography
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Em Chapple
BS Psychology
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Samara Danielle Kleinfinger
Environmental Studies
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Sheila Panyam
Philosophy
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Brian Dang
Drama and English Literature and Language
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Sierra Bonilla
Bioengineering
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Brynn Tweeddale
Human Centered Design & Engineering, Journalism
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Maren Anderson
Environmental Science & Terrestrial Resource Management
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Hope J Dorris
Law, Societies, & Justice and Political Science
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Becky Darrow
Bioengineering
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Claire Bacon
International Studies
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We love Honors
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Kate Turk
Biology (Physiology)
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Kevin Andrew Nguyen
Physiology
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Sean Milad Toulouie
Bioengineering
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Pranav Bhardwaj
Earth & Space Sciences, Environmental Studies
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Cedrik Riley Pearson
Geography/GIS
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Mackenzie M Price
English Literature
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Vy K Pham-Nguyen
Microbiology and Biology
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Tamar Noa Leveson
English Literature
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Katherine S Ort
Environmental Studies
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Yikai Xu
Finance & Mathematics
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Natalie E Pearlman
Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology
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Elizabeth Mayer
International Studies; Russian Language, Literature, & Culture
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We love Honors
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Medha Raman
Law, Societies, and Justice; Communication
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Claire Fahlman
Law, Societies & Justice
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Kendall Horan
English (Creative Writing)
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Garrett Andrew Esko
Philosophy
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Sofia Cababa Wood
Visual Communication Design (VCD)
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Jion Yi
International Studies, Informatics
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Xuanxuan Li
Psychology
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Kathleen Marie Meredith
English, Communication
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Wylie Fu-Xing Kau
Chemical Engineering
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Maria Dyann Osborne
English, Mathematics
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Grayson H Baden
Neurobiology
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Karinne Elise Sandstrom
Business Administration, Information Systems and Marketing
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We love Honors
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Satchel Smidt
Operations & Supply Chain Management, Information Systems
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Riley Grace Borden
English literature
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Anya Zhen Watson
English and Philosophy
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Ritika Jain
Bioengineering
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Tessa Katherine Kolstad
Biology, Nursing
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Matthew Lucas Ostrom
Industrial Engineering
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Kieran Lewis
Biochemistry
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Mimi Reed
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Sam Wooley
English
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Stephen Anthony Chmelewski
Political Science, Spanish
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Cen Wei
English and Economics
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Ariana Winkler
Environmental Science & Resource Management and Environmental Studies
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We love Honors
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Annalena Rose Peterson
Business Administration: Finance
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Parsa Alba Farhang
Neuroscience
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Lorraine Alexa Abagatnan
Classics
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Josh Maxwell Pollock
Computer Science
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Tina Chen
Computer Science
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Kristina V Randrup
Environmental Science and Resource Management: Wildlife Conservation
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Caitlin E McIlwain
Economics
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Sanne Casello
Neuroscience
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Annie Mae Barker
English Language and Literature
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Zaha Wolfe
Computer Science
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Aarthi Ganapathi
Business Administration - Operations and Supply Chain Management & Information Systems
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Sarah M Kneadler
ESRM
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We love Honors
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Anders B Peterson
English
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Maxwell J Kahn
Geography - Geographic Information Systems
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James Thomas Parks
Business Administration - Accounting
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Malvika N Nair
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
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Ethan Cameron Chau
B.S. in Computer Science (Data Science), B.A. in Linguistics
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Natalie Upton
Psychology B.S.
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Alice Ranjan
Microbiology & Molecular/Cellular/Developmental Biology
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Intisar MKheseer
Neurobiology and Biochemistry
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Drake Anthony Russell
B.S. Biochemistry, B.A. Medical Anthropology
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Taylor Blau
Computer Science
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Jaclyn Shallat
Microbiology
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Ruxandra Maria Ionescu
Art History
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We love Honors
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Ryan M Littrell
Physics
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Michelle K. Pyke
Business Administration, Marketing
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Karen Liu
Environmental Science and Terrestrial Resource Management
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Brendon E Davis
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (B.S.); Mathematics (B.A.)
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Ingrid Pelletier
Architectural Design
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Victoria Grace Joy Fox
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Adrienne Elise Hubbard
Geography
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Maekara Serena Keopanapay
Political Science
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Emily Rose Flanagan
Statistics, Mathematics
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Jacquelyn E Mixon
Art History and Honors Painting and Drawing
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Olivia Helena Witt
Sociocultural Anthropology
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Krithi Basu
Bioengineering
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We love Honors
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Rae Wang
Finance, Marketing
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Katrina Marissa Warner
Biochemistry, Mathematics
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Cristian Josue Rivera Nales
B.S. in Psychology
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Caylyn Rich
International Studies
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Ian Gwin
Linguistics, Scandinavian Area Studies
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Kyle James Curtis
Chemistry (ACS), Biochemistry
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Kyla E Wright
Neuroscience
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Ganesh Shrestha
Architectural Design
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Adely Martinez
Bachelors of Arts in Social Welfare
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Nona Lynn Hunter
Nursing
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Elizabeth H McKinnie
Computer Science; Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences (ACMS)
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Ann Nguyen
Nursing, Public Health
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We love Honors
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Bridgette Wathen
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Niki Seligman
Psychology and International Studies
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Alishia E Orloff
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Evelyn Hyde
Biology, Philosophy
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Sharron V Orr
Dance
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Sofia Dolce
Industrial and Systems Engineering
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Claire Prianka Kasinadhuni
Environmental Studies
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Meghan E Frisch
B.A. Public Health - Global Health
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Amelia Marie Barr
Mechanical Engineering
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Griffin R Dugan
Psychology (B.S.), Communication (B.A.)
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Marielle v Trumbauer
International Studies: Foreign Policy
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Leah Cantor
English and Public Health
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We love Honors
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Rylee Cae Gallagher
International Studies: Comparative Religion and Asia.
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Mackenzie Shen
BA in Accounting, BA in Economics
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Elizabeth Rylance
Neuroscience
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Olivia G. Kotha
Asian Studies
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Jamie Erin Koffman
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Marketing
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Forrest F Miller
Electrical Engineering
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Abigail Marie Taylor
Journalism
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Annie Marie Lewis
English and History
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Albert Joseph Meuse
Bioresource Science and Engineering, Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Siena Nicole Traverso
Early Childhood and Family Studies
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Ryan A. Hahn
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Chang (Kelly) Lu
Accounting
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David Alejandro Alvarez
Communication
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Bing Yu Lee
Earth & Space Science: Geology, Oceanography
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Brian Chan
Communication
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Addison Mitchell Peabody
Architectural Design
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Kerrie Lynn Agosta
Anthropology
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Annapurni Sriram
Bioengineering
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Chu Judy Zhuang
Economics, Mathematics
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Diego Andreas M. Lingad
International Studies (Development)
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Hannah Farrell
Law, Societies, and Justice
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Bryce Martz
Computer Science
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Isabelle J Hua
Neuroscience, Biochemistry
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Audrey Marie Conrad
International Studies (General); Political Science
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We love Honors
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Maxwell B Rumaner
Bioengineering
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Praphanit Doowa
Communication: Journalism
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Camila Palacio
Electrical Engineer
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Hannah Hyeryeon Jeong
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Zhouyihan Li
biochemistry
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Diego Molina Ochoa
Biology(Physiology)
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Ian S Platou
Italian Studies
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Anna C Maxwell
POLS, ESRM
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Henry Zenkichi Fulghum
Earth and Space Sciences
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Nola Peshkin
English Language and Literature
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Gurdeep Gill
Philosopyhy
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Alexander Novokhodko
Bioengineering and Biology (Physiology)
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We love Honors
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Bishir Darra
Materials Science & Engineering
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Jalene A Weatherholt
Environmental Science Resource Management
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Lirui Wang
Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering
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Katherine Gwyn
Political Science & Communication
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Boya Ouyang
English (Creative Writing), Mathematics (Philosophy), Philosophy
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Ashley Grace Hillis
Environmental Science and Resource Management
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Saralyn Hormachuelos Santos
Informatics: Human-Computer Interaction
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Kiana Alexis Rahni
Economics & Political Science
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Thomas A Zadrozny
International Studies and History
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Harrison Sarsito
Chemical Engineering
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Nikki Kurtz
Law, Societies and Justice
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Elaine Katherine Currie
Psychology
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We love Honors
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Riti Biswas
Bioengineering
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Leah Osnis
Biochemistry
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Ethan F Knight
Neuroscience (B.S.), Public Health-Global Health (B.S.)
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Kahana Pietsch
Aquatic and Fishery Sciences
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Katie Champoux
Neurobiology and Psychology
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Levi J. Sy
B.S. in Biochemistry & B.A. in Russian Language, Literature, & Culture
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Miriam Al-Saedy
B.S Biochemistry
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Ricky Spaulding
English
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Vanessa Hannah Lim
Psychology
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Ryann Leigh Funk
B.A. in Communication and Photo/Media
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Gina Pak
Environmental Studies
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Emma S Schnee
International Studies
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We love Honors
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Alex Spofford
Comparative Literature
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Tayler Hoftell
Materials Science & Engineering
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Isaac Burton Love
Computer Engineering and Mathematics
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Nitya Sampath
Linguistics
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Sophie I Muro
Anthropology
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Dani A Benedict
Social Welfare
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Gabrielle Anjelica Gersten
Public Health--Global Health
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Brian Kang
Economics & ACMS (ME)
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Jenel Li
Communication
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Kate Pierce
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
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Stacie Tao
Social Welfare (BSW) and Early Childhood & Family Studies