Very interesting for adults as well. It's a '10' because of its educational value alone. The Sound CD-ROM has become a model teaching tool that reaches virtually all grade levels. It includes seven pull-down menus covering properties, ecosystems, species, status, marine affairs, solutions and recreation. Since its publication in May 1997, nearly 5,000 copies have been distributed free to K-12 schools.
Copies are also available for sale.
The UW's transportation program was among 16 winners of Diamond Awards in the Commuter Challenge sponsored by the Economic Development Council of Seattle and King County and a partnership of 21 local and state government agencies. The award is given to employers who encourage staff not to drive alone to work. The University Book Store is sponsoring its annual bookmark contest between now and March 15.