Quarterly Newsletter: Spring 2026
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Message from the Executive Vice Chancellor
Dear Colleagues,
As we move into the final weeks of the academic year and prepare for graduation, I want to extend my deep appreciation for all you have contributed to our students and to one another. This is always a busy and meaningful time, filled with both intensity and celebration, as we recognize the culmination of so much hard work.
Since arriving in the Pacific Northwest, I’ve been struck by the natural beauty of this region. I’ve also learned something interesting about its tall trees, something that might be familiar to many of you who have lived here for some time but was new to me. To reach their remarkable heights, one might assume trees such as Douglas firs and cedars rely on deep, independent roots for stability. In fact, they thrive by intertwining their roots with those around them, creating a network that helps them withstand the elements together. I’m reminded of that each day in our community. 足彩app哪个是正规的 strength of UW Bothell lies in how we show up for one another through collaboration, care, and shared purpose.
Across Academic Affairs, we continue to make steady progress on our strategic priorities, all with the goal of better supporting our core mission of teaching, mentoring, and serving students. This includes advancing our collective planning efforts, strengthening communication, transparency, and shared governance, and deepening our engagement with emerging areas such as AI and student success initiatives. Your insight and partnership are essential to ensuring this work remains grounded in what matters most.
In this newsletter, you’ll find much to celebrate, including the many awards and recognitions earned by our faculty, staff, and students. 足彩app哪个是正规的se accomplishments reflect the talent, dedication, and passion that define our campus.
Thank you for all you do to support our students and each other. I look forward to celebrating with many of you in the weeks ahead.
With gratitude,
Brian F. Martensen, Ph.D.
Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Awards
Academic Affairs Staff Awards
Distinguished Accomplishments Award: Dana Washington, Community-Engaged Learning Program Manager in the Office of Connected Learning. Read more about Dana Washington.
Distinguished Partner Award: Dawn Moncalieri, Program Coordinator for UW Bothell’s General Faculty Organization. Read more about Dawn Moncalieri.
Dr. Nora Kenworthy, professor in the School of Nursing & Health Studies, has been named the recipient of not one but two different university accolades: the Distinguished Research, Scholarship & Creative Activities Award and the Outstanding Public Service Award.
We have so much more to share with you…