Winter 2025 Quarterly Crossroads

The Quarterly Crossroads is a quarterly newsletter of leadership updates, school highlights, student stories, news and upcoming events for the School of STEM.

Letter from the dean

As I reflect on winter quarter stepping into the permanent dean position, I am feeling proud of the school more than ever. I have been successful in slowing down so that I can listen to learn more about the landscape of the school from faculty and staff colleagues. Based on listening session feedback, I will be able to assess and address both short-term and long-term gaps and opportunities. I have also been investing in one-on-one time with individuals to gain deeper understanding of what brought them to UW Bothell and what keeps them here, which is part of the STEM Scoop community building initiative that I launched last autumn. I am discovering new things to love about my community every day.

At the heart of all conversations and activities, the STEM community devotes itself to transforming lives, one student at a time. Our faculty have robust research programs, and many of them mentor students, especially undergraduate research students. Check out the sections of the newsletter sharing information about Mary Gates scholarship recipients and UW Bothell’s new research Carnegie classification!

I continue to be impressed by the generosity of individuals who devote their resources, including their time, to make an impact for STEM students. This newsletter highlights some of the incredible events happening on campus to increase industry engagement and better prepare students for their future. Dedicated individuals are also stepping up to ensure that our students have access to cutting-edge equipment needed to provide the critical hands-on experiences that prepare them for the workforce. The overriding feeling coming from this generosity is the desire to make a difference for others, which resonates and aligns with the passion that I bring to my new role as dean.

– Jennifer McLoud-Mann