By Assunta Ng Northwest Asian Weekly Is the real Michael Young as dynamic as the mainstream news stories say? Recently, I attended a reception for Young, the new president of […]
Editorial: Farewell and good luck, Phyllis Wise
It’s with more than a tinge of sadness that we bid farewell to University of Washington (UW) Provost Phyllis Wise. It was announced on Wednesday, Aug. 3, that Wise is […]
Blog: Phyllis, Colleen, and Frances
In a ceremony on Sept. 27, Phyllis Wise took over the presidency of the University of Washington from Mark Emmert who resigned from his job to head the NCAA.
Editorial: A fond farewell to UW President Mark Emmert
Next month, University of Washington (UW) President Mark Emmert will leave the UW to lead the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
Blog: Why is Emmert a remarkable leader?
Leaders have to understand that ego is a barrier to excellence. When someone questions them, it simply offers opportunity for change. It is not a personal attack.
Blog: Twice, Emmert was wrong
People are mad at UW President Mark Emmert because he did not commit to staying at the University of Washington, said Ark Chin, former UW regent,
Asian American female a ‘Wise’ choice for the UW?
The University of Washington (UW) Board of Regents named Phyllis Wise interim UW president on July 8. This makes Wise the first female
Blog: UW is famous in China, and it has nothing to do with Bruce Lee
The late martial arts movie star Bruce Lee went to the University of Washington, but never graduated.