Each spring, the University of Washington recognizes 100 exceptional students who are making the most of their time on campus through the Husky 100. Now in its second decade, this honor celebrates undergraduate, graduate, and professional students across all three UW campuses. The selected students not only excel academically, but also apply their learning in meaningful ways through research, leadership, service, and community engagement.
This year’s cohort reflects the depth and diversity of the UW community. This includes a number of international students whose perspectives and contributions enrich campus life in powerful ways. These students demonstrate what it means to connect classroom learning with real-world impact.
International Students Named to the Husky 100
Congratulations to the following international students who were selected as part of this year’s Husky 100:
Tim Tsang (Hong Kong) — Doctorate, Pharmaceutics
Noga Rahat (Romania) — Undergraduate, Finance & Psychology
Zoe Huang (China) — Undergraduate, Informatics: Data Science & Music
Leslie Cheng (China) —Undergraduate, Psychology & Sociology
Farrah Tung (Taiwan) — Undergraduate, Environmental Studies & Community, Environment & Planning
Chiao-Yu Wu (Taiwan) — Doctorate, Piano Performance
Shahan Ali Memon (Pakistan) — Doctorate, Information Science
Priyanka Prajapati (India) — Professional, Dentistry
Mohammad Gazi (Bangladesh) — Doctorate, Global Health
Niamh Comerford (United Kingdom) — Undergraduate, Neuroscience
Sangey Rinchen (Bhutan) — Undergraduate, Statistics: Data Science
Jiaqi Wang (China) — Undergraduate, Computer Science, ACMS, Philosophy
What It Means to Be Husky 100
Husky 100 students are selected based on their ability to actively connect what they learn inside and outside the classroom. These students apply that knowledge to make a difference. The UW recognizes them for their curiosity, leadership, and commitment to building more equitable and innovative communities.
A Global Impact at UW
International students bring unique perspectives shaped by their experiences across borders, cultures, and systems. Their inclusion in the Husky 100 highlights both individual achievement and the vital role international students play at the UW.
As members of this year’s Husky 100 cohort, these students exemplify innovation, collaboration, and leadership, qualities that extend far beyond campus and into the communities they serve.