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Improving the student experience
The UW is committed to improving the student experience. Plans currently are under way to remodel the Husky Union Building, expand the Ethnic Cultural Center and remodel the Hall Health Primary Care Center. More
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Husky Central opens in downtown
The UW this past summer celebrated the reopening of expanded classroom facilities downtown and launched Husky Central. It features a Book Store branch, information center and more. More
Many of you have expressed concern about whether the Washington state legislature would continue to provide adequate funding for the State Need Grant, which is an essential funding source for the Husky Promise program. Well, we have good news: The recently passed 2010 state supplemental operating budget maintains funding for the State Need Grant at current levels.
In addition, the federal government passed a bill in March that will increase funding for Pell Grants, another major source of Husky Promise funding, starting in the 2013–14 academic year. And, of course, the UW will continue to raise funds for student scholarships as well. Given the current economic climate, this demonstrates a strong, ongoing commitment to providing access to an affordable education to academically qualified students regardless of their economic background.
Leave a comment1. Tell us a little about yourself
I’ve always been a Husky. I look back at pictures of me when I was 3, and lo and behold, there I am in a Husky sweatshirt. To this day, I continue to don my Husky gear, and when I’m 105, with 10 more years to live, I will continue to wear the Purple and Gold.
I was raised in Vancouver, WA, and despite having always lived in the Pacific Northwest, I’ve traveled to more than
15 countries. I travel because I am always wanting to learn. And I attribute this characteristic to my experiences at UW. UW’s mission statement is “Discovery is at the heart of this University,” and I have incorporated this philosophy into my academic and extracurricular experiences. Since I stepped foot on campus in 2005, I’ve been involved in the gamut of activities, from student government to the Greek community, athletics and clubs, study abroad to working on campus. Perhaps that’s because I’m a first-generation college student, appreciative of the opportunities that no one in my family has had.
In addition to taking in these experiences, I’m leaving some legacies. Particularly, I leave a legacy in my work, such as Dawg Daze, a program I have coordinated two years, and in my accomplishments, such as being chosen the 2009 Homecoming King. But, as a never-ending learner, I will continue to be invested in this university. Read more
The Daily’s opinion columnists were asked for an end-of-quarter update on a previous column they wrote. Hear what some of these UW students have to say on campus issues, including the legislative session and the Husky Promise.
The Daily: Quarter in Review (March 11, 2010)
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Hi Husky Promise readers!
Our statewide tour ended late February. Thanks to everyone who helped make it happen! We hope the high school students who came to the tour stops were inspired to pursue their dreams.
Here are a few recent articles mentioning the Husky Promise.
If there are to be tuition increases, there must be aid to the neediest (Examiner.com; 2/16/10)
Town Hall on Budget Cuts and Financial Aid (ASUW Senate blog; 2/11/10)
Husky Promise doesn’t need to be put to sleep, just fixed (The Daily; 2/8/10)
The price of a President (Husky Herald blog; 2/8/10)
Chronicle of a Death Foretold (United Faculty of Washington State; 1/17/10)
Statement on High Tuition/High Aid and Open Letter to President Emmert (No Budget Cuts blog)
Again, thank you for your support of the Husky Promise. Please visit UW Foundation for information on how you can support the program.
Husky Promise Student Spotlight: Stephanie Respicio
1) Tell us a little about yourself
School has always been a challenge for me. I started homeschooling during high school, and this created a lot of stress for me as I thought I would never graduate on time or with a decent education. Homeschool didn’t provide me the level of instruction or access to assistance from my peers as high school would have. So I felt like I didn’t have as strong as a foundation as others did. I started to give up hope.
I began attending community college soon after earning my high school diploma and worked very hard to teach myself the materials I knew I would need if I wanted to transfer to a university later on. I didn’t know what I wanted to study, but I knew I wanted to go to a four-year institution somewhere in the Pacific Northwest since my family was living there. After earning my associate’s degree, I never thought I would be able to go to any university, let alone the University of Washington. Still, I was determined to get in; I wanted all those years of working my way through school to pay off. I chose the University of Washington because of its history and location and the programs it offers.
By Kristin of the “What Are We Doing Today, Mom?” Blog
“Every day my kids ask me, “What are we doing today Mom?” I think about it a lot and love to share ideas with other moms as a blogger. I look for things that allow my children to learn in different ways and make the most of each day. Every day as a mom I also think about the future. I wonder what kind of world my kids will have when they grow up, what they will do with their lives and what I can do today to insure their success in the future.
A university education for my children is a high priority for me. I’m sure most parents share this dream. This is why I love the Husky Promise program. If children living in Washington state work hard, learn and get accepted at the University of Washington, they are guaranteed tuition will be met, if they and their parents are unable to provide it. [For more details on eligibility requirements for Husky Promise, please read our FAQ.]
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My Husky Promise story, by Arianna O’Dell
My name is Arianna O’Dell and I am a student at the University of Washington. From a young age, entrepreneurship has been my passion. After being accepted to the University of Washington, I learned of its renowned Foster School of Business—a place where I could pursue this passion. Upon acceptance to the UW, I was thrilled, but then I wondered: How would I be able to afford this?
When I was 15, my father passed away, leaving my mother to provide for five children on her one income. Even though my mother provided for us to the best of her ability, her income surely couldn’t cover my college expenses, as is the case with many students. My father had taught me so much about entrepreneurship and the importance of education, making me determined to attend school in any way possible. After hearing that I was eligible for the Husky Promise program, it felt as if a big weight had been lifted off my shoulders: I would be given funding to make my dreams possible.
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Student Spotlights feature Husky Promise students and their life at UW. Get to know some of the students you’re supporting!
1) Tell us a little about yourself.
My name is Ashley Morse, and I am a senior and a Husky Promise student. I could describe myself in a few words: Pilates, prayer, believing and positivity. I am told very often by people close to me that I am looked to for light in their life, which is something I cherish; being able to brighten a person’s day makes me feel like a good and worthy person. I currently live with my family, which I wouldn’t change for anything. I am graduating this spring but have found that staying close to the people who matter most in my life has helped me stay focused and keep my eyes on the prize: walking at graduation in Husky Stadium.
2) What are you studying?
I am a communication major with an emphasis on culture and a minor in Near Eastern language and civilization.
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My Husky Promise Story, by Colton Lindelof, UW Bothell Freshman Admissions Advisor
On Friday, April 19th of 2002, I came home from playing in a varsity baseball game to see a familiar face in the locker room. Looking back at it now, I laugh at that fact that I didn’t question why a woman was in the men’s locker room, but I guess I instinctively knew that something had gone terribly wrong. She was there to tell me that my father had unexpectedly passed away of a heart attack earlier that morning.
This event took place towards the end of my sophomore year in high school, and seemed like a hurdle I would not overcome … or at least that is what I thought. My family had never been well-off. Before his passing, my dad was a struggling construction worker, and my mom was a part-time nursing assistant. They kept their finances private, but I knew that money was always tight.
Growing up fast Read more