News from the School of STEM
Category: Department of Biological Sciences
Searching for kokanee salmon
A group of student researchers head to Lake Sammamish to examine the population of kokanee salmon.
May 21, 2026
Tracking Bothell’s crows
UW Bothell has historically been full of crows, but times have changed. Dr. Douglas Wacker is looking into why.
March 19, 2026
Winter 2026 Quarterly Crossroads
Quarterly newsletter highlighting updates from the dean and stories of app development, scientific trail workshops in France, a pathway to emergency medicine, Mary Gates scholars, astrophysics research and much more!
March 12, 2026
Emergency medicine is at the center of his journey
Biology Alumnus Alfred Albear is now a third?year medical student at the UW School of Medicine pursuing more than a passion in emergency medicine.
March 3, 2026
Autumn 2025 Quarterly Crossroads
Autumn 2025 edition, a quarterly newsletter highlighting updates from the dean and stories celebrating ten years of the math REU, marine conservation, Green Chemistry Commitment, CPR robot assistance, STARS students, and much more!
December 5, 2025
Dean Jennifer McLoud-Mann expands opportunities
Ten months into her permanent role, School of STEM Dean Jennifer Mcloud-Mann is expanding partnerships and possibilities in an ongoing commitment to student success.
November 3, 2025
Environmental internships provide opportunity for interdisciplinary work
An internship program launched by the Lake Forest Park Stewardship Foundation brought students across majors and colleges together to conduct research on urban watersheds.
October 10, 2025
STEM Symposium Awards — 2025
On June 13, 2025, the School of STEM brought together students for the spring undergraduate STEM Symposium, where students showcased their latest research and projects. A highlight of the day was the 2nd annual award recognition ceremony, a powerful celebration honoring faculty, philanthropic donors, and students.
July 22, 2025
Expanding horizons: how research and field opportunities inspire UW Bothell biology students?
In autumn 2024, Assistant Professor Dr. Han-Wei Shih planned two field trips to Just – Biologics and the Allen Institute for his molecular biology students to broaden their understanding of the diverse, interdisciplinary careers available locally.??
April 1, 2025
A humble and accomplished student leader
Hithem Ghadamsi wasn’t the type of student who would brag about his accomplishments. According to his professors at the University of Washington Bothell, he was a disciplined student and a leader among his peers — but not the kind of leader who took credit for his work or boasted about his achievements. His work, however,...
June 22, 2023