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University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce

UW President Ana Mari Cauce
President Ana Mari Cauce

Ana Mari Cauce is the 33rd president of the UW. A professor of psychology and member of the UW faculty since 1986, she was named president in October 2015.

Under her leadership, the UW is advancing all areas of its educational, research and service missions, with initiatives focused on innovation, race and equity, and population health.

 

Latest updates


  • As our academic year ends, it has been an honor to serve

    June 9, 2025

    As we conclude this academic year, and I conclude my time as University of Washington President, I’m overwhelmed with amazement and gratitude for this extraordinary University and the community of students, faculty, staff and supporters who make it so exceptional.


  • Honoring Jewish Heritage Month and opposing antisemitism

    May 29, 2025

    May marks Jewish Heritage Month, a time when we honor the contributions of Jewish Americans and celebrate Jewish culture and its impact on our national fabric.


  • Important information about Title VI at the UW

    May 15, 2025

    We are writing to provide you with education and information about Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Please take the time to review this important message.


 

Initiatives

UW students in graduation attire

Race and Equity

All of us — students, faculty, staff and university leadership — have a responsibility to address our own biases and improve our university culture.

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Dr. Sharon Brown Kunin, DO, family medicine, at the Northwest Primary Care Fremont Clinic.

Population Health

At the UW, we believe improving population health worldwide is a moral imperative, driven by our public mission of service to all.

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Students work in a CoMotion Makerspace

Innovation Imperative

The UW Innovation Imperative empowers students and researchers to learn, discover and build solutions to tomorrow’s challenges.

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