Ever wonder how thousands of new Huskies come together to form the iconic “W” at Husky Stadium?
Each fall, Husky Kickoff brings new students together to celebrate the start of their UW journey and build a sense of community and belonging. This year, nearly 3,500 students and staff took part in the beloved tradition! Check out these seven fun facts about the history, planning and people behind the annual “W” photo.
Read the article on 7 facts you probably didn’t know about our ‘W’ photo.
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