Chetanya Robinson

Chetanya Robinson is a journalism and Near Eastern Languages and Cultures major at the University of Washington. He likes learning languages, writing on eclectic topics, and spending time in nature. He is a board member for the Society of Professional Journalists UW chapter and regularly writes for the UW Daily and the International Examiner.
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Seattle activists wave salmon lanterns in Paris for climate talks

by Chetanya Robinson
Despite a ban on demonstrations in Paris, Seattle activists brought 350 salmon lanterns to the city to wave them for the COP21 climate conference.
Dec 11, 2015
Celebrations at Daybreak Star marking the first Indigenous Peoples' Day in 2014. (Courtesy photo)

On second Indigenous Peoples Day, more work to be done

by Chetanya Robinson
Last year Seattle made history by establishing Indigenous Peoples Day on the second Monday in October. Find out what's planned for year two.
Oct 11, 2015
Bruce Lee is buried in Lake View Cemetery next to his son Brandon, who died in 1993. (Photo by Chetanya Robinson)

Bruce Lee’s grave: Seattle landmark, global attraction

by Chetanya Robinson
More than 40 years after the death of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, visitors from around the world pay homage at his Seattle gravesite.
Apr 10, 2015
Children in a camp for Syrian refugees clamor for aid distributed by SACCWA. (Courtesy photo)

As crisis in Syria drags on, Northwest donors appear to lose interest

by Chetanya Robinson
The founder of a local aid organization helping refugees from the crisis in Syria says donations have all but dried up.
Mar 19, 2015

Muslim students seek interfaith dialogue though ‘fast-a-thon’

by Chetanya Robinson
Annual event at University of Washington seeks to raise both funds for charity and understanding of Islam among people of different faiths.
Feb 16, 2015