International Student Spotlight
International Huskies in Focus
The International Student Spotlight recognizes students who contribute to our campus community through leadership, involvement, academic achievement, service, and personal experiences. Each spotlight shares a student’s story, background, and advice for other international students. We hope these stories celebrate the diversity and accomplishments of our international student community.
Selena Liu
Elissa Khodikian
Spring 2026 Spotlight
Elissa Khodikian
Exploring the evolution of saline-tolerant mosquitoes, mentorship, and community as she strives to grow as a researcher at the UW.
“Every time I find something out, it ends up being novel and there are more questions I want to answer.”
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