Expo 26 is right around the corner and ITHS has another impressive lineup of speakers and presenters for attendees this year. This year we’re proud to announce that the University of Washington President, Dr. Robert J. Jones, will be offering a keynote address, followed by remarks from Tueng Shen, MD, PhD, Associate Dean for Medical Technology Innovation, and inaugural director of the future Kren Engineering-based Medicine Institute (KEMi) between UW Medicine and College of Engineering. Our theme is Engineering and…
Month: March 2026
Seeking SoN musicians and/or singers!
The SoN and the de Tornyay Center are thrilled to be organizing our annual Spring Scholarship Day scheduled for Friday, May 29 from 8 – 11:30 a.m. in the HSEB. As part of the program, we would like to add a 15-minute musical interlude with SoN student musician(s) and/or singer(s). If you play an instrument and/or sing and would like to be considered, please email Paige Bartlett at pbartlet@uw.edu with the de Tornyay Center. Let us know your name, nursing…
UW School of Nursing WIN Reception, April 22
Are you going to be in San Francisco for WIN? If so, please join the UW School of Nursing for an inspired evening of connection, collaboration, and celebrating the power of nursing. Come network with one another, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships in a welcoming and empowering atmosphere. We look forward to seeing you there. Open to all and free to the public. Register today.
Learn Amharic This Summer
Are you a UW Nursing student looking to fulfill your language requirement and strengthen your cultural competence? Consider enrolling in Intensive Elementary Amharic this summer quarter. This 10-credit, hybrid course is designed for motivated students who want immersive language learning with built-in flexibility. Whether you plan to work in diverse clinical settings, serve multilingual communities, or prepare for global health opportunities, learning Amharic gives you a meaningful edge in patient-centered care. Amharic is spoken by millions and is one of…
Summer Opportunity for Students AMHAR 105
Summer course spotlight: AMHAR 105 – Introductory Amharic Looking to explore a new language and connect with global communities? AMHAR 105: Int. Amharic is offered this Summer Quarter and is open to all students—no prior language experience required. This beginner-level course focuses on practical communication skills while introducing cultural context and perspectives from Ethiopia and East Africa. Students will also have the opportunity to engage with Seattle’s vibrant Ethiopian and East African communities. AMHAR 105 may be especially valuable for…