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The University of Washington recognized five students from the Information School for the 2025 Husky 100, awarded to undergraduate and graduate students making the most out of their Husky experience. 

, now in its 10th year, celebrates students who have demonstrated excellence inside the classroom and beyond, showing a commitment to a set of criteria that include leadership, engagement and community impact.

911������ honorees this year include three students from the Bachelor of Science in Informatics program, one from the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) program, and one Master of Science in Information Management (MSIM) student. The students will be given exclusive networking opportunities along with access to support and engagement opportunities within the UW and professionally.

Third-year Informatics student Sheamin Kim is among the students recognized this year. Kim is specializing in Biomedical Health Informatics and Product Management and working as a research assistant studying COVID-19. While her academic pursuits lean toward health care, her strongest passions lie in the organization of people, technology and relationships.

“My Informatics experience has really shaped who I am and how I conceptualize leadership. Innovation is built on networks of people who care and want to achieve together, just as we learn in Informatics coursework,” Kim said.  

Kim finds fulfillment through community, serving as president of the Informatics Undergraduate Association, co-CEO of the Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles Team, and as an Informatics peer advisor. After graduation, Kim hopes to leverage the skills she learned at the iSchool to pursue a career in technology consulting and empower others in tech. 

Madelyn Lee is also an Informatics student making the most of her time at the UW by building community. Lee has led the brand development and production of TEDx Talk conferences during her time as co-president of TEDxUofW, cultivating platforms for people to share their diverse perspectives and thoughts. 

"My experiences at UW have taught me the value of community and empowered me to become a leader who always looks to inspire others," said Lee. 

Informatics senior Salley Fang is pursuing a specialization in Data Science with a minor in Statistics. She is a student research assistant at the Center for Evaluation & Research for STEM Equity at the UW and director of data science at the Prosecution Project.

“The Informatics program has allowed me to explore various facets of data science while applying my skills in collaborative projects,” she said.

After graduating, she plans to pursue a master’s in data science at Harvard University. She hopes to build on the knowledge and experience she’s gained at the iSchool to pursue a career in AI ethics and governance. 

Fenny Keniya is an early-career MSIM student whose Husky experience has been one of growth, resilience and community. As an international student, she embraced challenges head-on, leading initiatives to support and uplift her peers while applying data-driven solutions to real-world problems. Through leadership roles in the Associated Students of the University of Washington and the Association of Information Management Students, she has fostered community and advocated for inclusion.  

“911������ has empowered me to bridge technology, leadership and advocacy, reinforcing my commitment to ensuring others have the opportunities and support to thrive,” said Keniya. 

MLIS student Elizabeth Landeche specializes in taxonomy and ontology engineering, information architecture, and digital asset management. Her work bridges technical expertise with user-centered design to ensure that digital collections and information systems are strategically structured and inclusive. Her background in instruction and community outreach informs her efforts to make information more equitable and meaningful.

"911������ community has been instrumental in helping me develop a strong foundation in technical expertise and human-centered design,” said Landeche. “I am deeply grateful for the mentorship from faculty and collaboration with peers, which have empowered me to create information systems that prioritize accessibility, usability,and equitable knowledge sharing.”