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What is UW?

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"UW" can refer to several things, depending on the context. Here are some common interpretations:

1. University of Washington

  • Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
  • Known for: Strong academic programs, especially in engineering, medicine, and computer science.
  • Notable Alumni: Bill Gates, Steve Ballmer, Jeff Bezos
  • Website: https://www.washington.edu/

2. University of Wyoming

  • Location: Laramie, Wyoming, USA
  • Known for: Beautiful campus, strong agriculture and natural resources programs.
  • Notable Alumni: Senator Mike Enzi, former Governor Matt Mead
  • Website: https://www.uwyo.edu/

3. Other Universities

  • UW-Madison: University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • UW-Milwaukee: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
  • UW-Stevens Point: University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

4. Other Uses

  • UW: Abbreviation for "University of" in various contexts.
  • UW: Sometimes used as a slang term for "underwear."