A Message from our President:

Margaret Breen

In Washington, we have a unique ecosystem at the crossroads of technology, education, and philanthropy. Investments in this ecosystem have fueled world-changing research for decades. But today we face a sobering reality: sharp reductions in research funding threaten opportunities for the very students who will drive tomorrow’s discoveries.

In response, ARCS Foundation is committed to investing in the next generation of scientists and innovators, now more than ever. With the help of our Long Range Planning committee, ARCS is determining how to remain flexible and responsive to our universities' funding needs during this time.

We thank you for your partnership, which helped ARCS support 150 scholars this year. In addition to investing in scientists, ARCS Seattle is welcoming new members and providing unique opportunities to connect with our community and engage with the scientific research. We hope you will read on and join us to connect, learn and advance science in Washington.

UW Astronomy Deep Dive in the Planetarium

Tuesday, March 10

2:30pm-4:30pm

Join ARCS for a tour of the night sky from within the UW Planetarium and learn from Astronomy faculty and graduate students. The UW Astronomy department conducts research across nearly every area of modern astronomy and astrophysics, including observation, theory, software, and instrumentation. Featured Astronomy speakers include Lauryn Williams and ARCS Scholars, Pip Petersen and Hector Delgado Diaz.

UW Planetarium

Physics & Astronomy Auditorium (PAA)

3910 15th Ave NE A220

Seattle, WA 98195

Space is limited to 40

Astronomy News

UW astronomers spot record-breaking asteroid in Rubin Observatory data

A team led by University of Washington astronomers has discovered the fastest-ever spinning asteroid with a diameter over half a kilometer. Read article here.

ARCS All Scholar Celebration

Center for Urban Horticulture

Friday, April 17

5:30pm-8:30pm

ARCS Foundation Seattle Chapter will host a celebratory evening together with ARCS Scholars from both the UW and WSU at the in UW Center for Urban Horticulture. Mix and mingle with the ARCS community, enjoying wine, appetizers, and a buffet dinner, followed by a convocation program featuring research from a selection of third-year ARCS scholars.

UW Center for Urban Horticulture

3501 NE 41st Street, Seattle

parking is complimentary

$65 General Ticket

ARCS Scholar / ARCS Alumni tickets are complimentary

Thank you to Washington Research Foundation for their sponsorship of this event.

ARCS Alumni Spotlight

Albert Greenberg, PhD

2026 ARCS National Hall of Fame

Dr. Albert G. Greenberg’s pioneering insights and research as a computer scientist created the groundbreaking shift from small, closed, brittle and proprietary networks to the massive, open, highly reliable networks of today, powering Internet backbones, the Cloud, and AI infrastructure.

He has shaped generations of researchers through influential scholarship, patents, and mentorship. Dr. Greenberg was elected to the National Academy of Engineering in 2016 for his contributions to the theory and practice of operating large carrier and data center networks.

Dr. Greenberg was an ARCS Scholar in 1983 while pursuing his PhD in computer science at the University of Washington. He credits the ARCS award with providing both critical resources and an invaluable boost of confidence at a pivotal point in his career.

“With my ARCS award, I bought the very best modem I could find,” Greenberg recalls. “It allowed me to work faster, stay connected to my research, and ultimately finish my degree sooner, but just as important was the confidence boost. Knowing that someone believed in my potential made a tremendous difference.”

“ARCS Foundation is honored to recognize Dr. Greenberg as our 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee,” says Jill Bray, ARCS Foundation National President. “His career exemplifies the power of sustained investment in fundamental research and in people. His achievements reflect our mission and demonstrate how supporting outstanding young scientists strengthens U.S. innovation and global competitiveness.”

Congratulations to Dr. Albert Greenberg, on behalf of ARCS Seattle Chapter!

Science News &

Community Events

WSU Leading the way on AI: Smart homes, sensor tech help people live healthy lives

Washington State University computer scientist Diane Cook is making smart homes smarter....

Read WSU Insider Article

2026 UW Faculty Lecture

Dr. Douglas Wood

February 5th

5:30pm-7:30pm

HUB Lyceum / Virtual Option

A breath of fresh air: The science and policy saving lives from America’s deadliest cancer

Neil deGrasse Tyson, ARCS Alumnus, at the Paramount May 5 & 6

May 5 – “This Just In: Latest Discoveries in the Universe”

May 6 – “Science as a Way of Knowing”

Learn More

Save the Date

Annual Chapter Meeting & Social

May 13 4pm-6pm

Broadmoor Golf Club

ARCS Seattle's Annual Chapter Membership Meeting will be held on May 13th at 4pm-5pm, followed by a social hour at the Broadmoor Golf Club. We hope you will join us for a 'state of the union' update from UW Dean Joy Williamson-Lott and WSU Dean Tammy Barry.

ARCS Seattle is actively recruiting new members to join our dynamic community of STEM-inspired leaders. If you or someone you know may be a woman interested in gaining nonprofit leadership experience while supporting STEM scholars and cutting-edge research, we invite you to consider ARCS Membership. ARCS Alumnae are especially encouraged to consider this opportunity!

We wish a warm welcome to our newest ARCS Members: Sara Carlson, Heidi Nelson, Melanie Zerbe, Ann Powell, Lee McGrath, and Meghan Sheridan.

Interested in learning more about ARCS Membership? Visit us online here or contact information@seattlearcsfoundation.org.

Ready to join? Complete the 2026 New Member Interest Form and we will be in touch with you in the new year!