Canadian Studies Center director Nadine Fabbi was recently selected as a finalist for the 2025 Excellence in Global Engagement Award, which recognizes UW faculty and staff for their leadership in fostering global connections through teaching, research, and service.
Dr. Nadine C. Fabbi has dedicated over 25 years to advancing global engagement through her roles at the University of Washington. As the director of the Canadian Studies Center/Arctic and International Relations, she has secured over 50 grants to support innovative global teaching and research. Her efforts have led to the development of the Arctic Fellows program and the Transnational Task Force on the Arctic, which have profoundly impacted students and fostered lasting international relationships. Importantly, those international relations include Arctic Indigenous leaders, activists, and artists who frequently contribute to UW’s Arctic programming.
Dr. Fabbi’s recent initiatives include the “Social Services, Supports, and Wellbeing in Arctic Canada and Beyond” project and the “Co-Designing Civic Education for the Circumpolar North” research grant. These projects have built cross-border communities of scholars and practitioners, addressing critical issues in Arctic regions. Her leadership in the Arctic initiative at UW, including the development of the Arctic minor, UW’s Fulbright Canada Chair in Arctic Studies, and the north2north exchange program, underscores her commitment to enhancing global education and fostering international collaboration.