Homecoming Scholars
Every year the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Alumni Association is proud to honor exceptional students across the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµâ€™s Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma campuses.

Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ the Homecoming Scholars program
The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Alumni Association has named eight students as the 2026 Homecoming Scholars whose stories exemplify Husky adaptability, tenacity and resolve. Each scholar is awarded a $5,000 scholarship and recognized at the Homecoming football game in the fall.
Meet the Homecoming Scholars

Amirah Casey, ’29

Qiaochu (Echo) He, ’28

Xitlaly Mendoza, ’26, ’28

Anna Nguyen, ’22, ’28

Yareli Osorio, ’27

Lila Stephens, ’27

Paulette Thompson, ’18, ’27

Lidia Workneh, ’27
Who can apply?
- Current Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ undergraduate and graduate students who will be enrolled in the subsequent fall quarter are eligible.
- Applications from students across the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµâ€™sÌýSeattle, Bothell and Tacoma campuses are welcome.
- Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ students of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation or belief, age, or disability are encouraged to apply.
What makes our Homecoming Scholars extraordinary?
- Personal transformational stories that exemplify the Husky experience.
- Positive representation of the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ.
- Demonstrated commitment to community.
Application Period
The application period for our 2027 Homecoming Scholars program opens in spring 2027. Check back for details!

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