UWMC AP Conferences: Click here to access the UWMC Resident Didactic Conference Schedule.

Pathology Seminars: A list of seminars can be found on our Department of Pathology website.

UWMC Lecture Series Calendar
Launched in 1974, the Science in Medicine lecture series spans the Fall, Winter, and Spring Quarters and consists of thirteen lectures which recognize the outstanding research of our faculty. Visit their website for the schedule and more information.

Mini Med School
The UW Medicine Mini-Medical School is a six-part series of exciting lectures and demonstrations designed to teach you about medical science, patient care and cutting-edge research under way at the University of Washington. Curriculum for each week's presentation is chosen to broaden a participant's knowledge of anatomy, physiology and various disease states.

A wide variety of exciting programs will be featured this year, including; methods used in forensic investigations; life-altering innovations and techniques of reconstructive plastic surgery; bloodless surgery; the ability to create individualized therapies from disease predictions and molecular diagnosis; and the importance of body and organ donation.

Please visit the Mini Med School website for schedule and program information.

UW Calendar
Looking for a campus calendar of events and don't know where to go? Check out the UW Calendar,
a fully customizable, web based calendar program that lists campus events, lectures, seminars and conferences.

10th Annual Earl P. Benditt Endowed Lectureship
A special lecture dedicated to the memory and scientific legacy of
Earl P. Benditt, M.D., Professor and Chair, 1957-1981


Napoleone Ferrara, M.D.
Department of Molecular Oncology
Genentech, Inc.
South San Francisco, California

"VEGF: From Bench to Bedside"

Wednesday, February 22, 2006 at 4:00 PM
Health Sciences Center
Room T-739

Dr. Ferrara is the discoverer of VEGF, the critical molecule behind tumor angiogenesis and the basis for recent therapeutic advances in treatment of cancer. The lecture is free and open to everyone.

Rodger C. Haggitt Lecture
A special lecture dedicated to the memory of Dr. Rodger C. Haggitt
Professor and Chief, Anatomic Pathology
1984-2000


Linda Ferrell, M.D.
Professor
Departments of Pathology and Surgery
Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs and
Director of Surgical Pathology
University of California San Francisco

"Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: The New Epidemic"

Thursday, April 13, 2006 at 12 Noon
Health Sciences Center
Turner Auditorium
Room D-209

UW Health Sciences Open House
Come explore more than 65 exhibits featuring the latest advances in medical research, education and training.

Friday, April 28, 2006
9:00 AM to 5 PM

Saturday, April 29, 2006
10:00 AM to 4 PM

Please visit the UW Health Sciences Open House website for more information.

SLU Art



The vacuous white walls on the first floor of the 815 Mercer building are now home to a series of exhibits by up and coming local artists. The current exhibit features works by Eido (think Doonesbury's Zonker). Visual artists are encouraged to submit their portfolio for consideration to the 815 Mercer Art Committee by contacting Helen Powell at 616-6931 or hp@u.washington.edu.

To learn more about the featured artist, please visit Eido's website .

Save the Date: 2006 Pathology Retreat
September 15-16, 2006 at the Sleeping Lady in Leavenworth, Washington. All faculty, residents, post-docs, grad students, and selected staff members are invited to attend.

LEAP Summit Recap

The 2006 LEAP Summit on Saturday, February 4th was a tremendous success with educators from all over the Puget Sound region attending the forum promoting discussion and collaboration amongst life sciences education outreach organizations. Lee Huntsman, President Emeritus of the University of Washington and Executive Director of the State of Washington's Life Science Discovery Fund, delivered the keynote address entitled, "Working Together to Forge a Better Washington."

The summit provided area teachers and school district administrators with a unique opportunity to directly discuss life sciences education outreach opportunities with specific program managers. The LEAP Summit increased awareness of regional science outreach programs, fostered collaborations between existing programs, educators and industry representatives and generated an online resource guide for teachers, administrators and guidance counselors. According to numerous summit attendees, the Department of Pathology's Autopsy and Gross Room tours were the highlight of the day. Special thanks to Dr. Corrine Fligner, Janet Miller, Jessica Norberg, Dr. Jason Love, Dan Luff and Elaine Tanji for making it all possible.

If you'd like to know more about LEAP, please visit the LEAP Summit 2006 website or contact Steve Berard at sberard@u.washington.edu or 598-7475.

Seattle Marathon Update
University Week recently published an article detailing the UWMC's sponsorship of the 2006 Seattle Marathon and Team Transplant's participation in the event. Early registration is available online at the Seattle Marathon website.

Employee of the Quarter
Diane Willis, Harborview Office Assistant, was selected the Fall 2005 Department of Pathology Employee of the Quarter. As the inaugural recipient of the award, Diane set the bar very high for the nominees to follow. Diane's professionalism and outstanding customer service skills were recognized by several of her peers and supervisors. Diane will recieve a $100 University Bookstore gift card at an awards ceremony on February 16th at Harborview Medical Center.

Ten nominations for the award were submitted, representing a wide variety of dedicated, talented and motivated employees from UWMC, HMC and HSC. After a difficult decision making process, the Department of Pathology Employee Recognition Team was most impressed by Diane's nomination. Diane's commitment to service, innovation and accountability stood out amongst a strong field of nominees.

Nominations for the Winter 2006 Employee of the Quarter will be accepted in March. Watch this space for details on how you can nominate a colleague for the award.

Swift Arrival
Mari Swift, Research Scientist in Karen Swisshelm's Lab, gave birth to Kyle Owen Dickson on Janurary 10, 2006 at 6:19 PM. Kyle tipped the scales at 8lb, 1oz and is 20.5 inches long. Mom and young Kyle are healthy and looking forward to another Cougar victory over the Huskies this fall.

Fiscal Photography
When you think of the Department's Fiscal support team you immediately think of budgets, invoices and money.
What you didn't know is that their talents are not limited to the wonderful world of academic finance. Previously in this space we featured Fiscal Administrator Toni Bennett's photography, including some of her work exhibited at the Cascasdes Academy of Photography in Issaquah. Under Toni's guidance, Fiscal Techs Zale Carroll and Judi Morris have also enthusiasticaly taken up the craft as evidenced by the photographs displayed here.


Toni suggested that Zale and Judi start with beginner camera (Fuji E550) and encouraged them to go outside during lunch breaks to take photos of the campus. Zale and Judi haven't taken classes yet, but are clearly a quick study with the help of Toni and Adobe Photoshop.
Click here to check out some photographs by Judi and Zale.

W2 Replacements
To request a replacement W-2 form, please fill out a Request for Replacement of Tax Form.
Replacement forms will be issued beginning February 1, 2006.

Undelivered and replacement W-2's may be picked up at the Payroll Office. Please bring picture ID. As with other payroll documents, a departmental representative may also pick up W-2's with the departmental Payroll Authorization Card.

Inclement Weather/Suspended Operations Policy Reminder
The chill in the air should remind us all to be familiar with the University's inclement weather and suspended operations policies. Please note that the medical center is considered "essential services" and is excluded from the UW Suspended Operations policy. All administrative staff are required to report to work for their scheduled work day. Be sure to check the bus system snow day schedule to take an alternate bus if needed. If you will be late, be sure to call the front desk and your direct supervisor. If extenuating circumstances occur and it becomes impossible to come to work you must contact your direct supervisor. Last November new campus numbers took effect that provide information about operations at the three UW campuses during emergencies and severe weather conditions, updated to the minute.

Please take note of these numbers for up to date information on campus operations: 206-UWS-INFO (206-897-4636) and toll-free 1-866-897-4636

Also, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with following policies:

Inclement Weather

Suspended Operations

Fremont Bridge Approaches Replacement Project


For construction updates on the approaches to the Fremont Bridge and how it may impact your commute, please visit the
Seattle Department of Transportation website.

Seattle Transit Tunnel
For construction updates on the Seattle Transit Tunnel and how it may impact your commute, please visit the
Seattle Transit Tunnel website.

Sound Transit Light Rail
For updates on the Sound Transit Light Rail project, including the University Station, go to the
Sound Transit website.

U-Commute News
Please visit the links below for information on various UW sponsored transporation programs:

UPass Information

UW Shuttles, Motorpool and Flexcar Offer Options

UW Vanpools and Carpools Looking for Riders