Distinguished Accomplishments Award

Rita Johnson, Administrator in the School of Nursing & Health Studies, is the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Accomplishments Award for their exceptional efforts that greatly enhance our collective work.

The Distinguished Accomplishments Award recognizes a staff member or team whose exceptional performance and innovation significantly advance the division’s mission.

Distinguished Research, Scholarship, & Creative Activities Award

Anida Yoeu Ali, senior artist-in-residence in the School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences, is the recipient this year’s DRSCA award. The award recognizes, among other accomplishments, Ali’s significant creative contributions.

The Distinguished Research, Scholarship, & Creative Activities Award honors faculty whose scholarly or creative work has made a powerful impact within UW Bothell and beyond.

Distinguished Teaching Award

Dr. Bryan White, teaching professor in the School of STEM, is the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Teaching Award. The award is presented each year in recognition of teaching that richly exemplifies the high standards at the heart of UW Bothell’s academic mission.

The Distinguished Teaching Award celebrates teaching excellence that fosters transformative, inclusive learning experiences for students.

Distinguished Partner Award

Mary Toll, Assistant Director of Student Conduct in Student Affairs, is the recipient of this year’s Distinguished Partner Award for their outstanding commitment to advancing our collective academic mission.

he Distinguished Partner Award shines a light on collaborative contributions from staff inside and outside the division who strengthen Academic Affairs through partnership and service.

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We extend our sincere appreciation to those who participated in the periodic review process, which highlighted Dr. Hillyard’s many accomplishments and provided valuable feedback to guide the next five years. We are also grateful to the review committee for their thoughtful engagement throughout this process.

• Bonnie Becker, Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Success, Associate Professor, School of IAS, UW Tacoma, Review Committee Chair
• Yolanda Padilla, Associate Professor, School of IAS, Co-Director First Year and Pre-Major Program & Discovery Core and Chair for the Academic Oversight Committee, UW Bothell
• Jason Naranjo, Associate Teaching Professor, School of Educational Studies, UW Bothell
• Tim Wilson, Dean of Student Affairs, UW Bothell

During the next five years, Dr. Hillyard will continue to lead our efforts to support our students while creating more leadership roles for faculty within the unit, focusing the portfolio with attention to the role for AI, and strengthening partnerships and fundraising efforts that support the unit’s goals. Additionally, she will play a crucial role in increasing the visibility of UW Bothell’s student success programs both regionally and nationally, while continuing to foster transparency and shared governance within our campus community.

Dr. Hillyard’s leadership, dedication, and vision for student success have been invaluable to our institution, and we look forward to the positive impact she will continue to make.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Hillyard on her reappointment!

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