We are pleased that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has rescinded the order that would have required international students to take in-person courses in order to maintain their visa status.
Presidential Blog
New details on our plans for autumn quarter
People across the University have been hard at work preparing for how we can be safely together on our campuses when conditions in our region allow us to do so. We are now able to share more details about plans for autumn quarter. We are also sharing similar information with our new and returning students, as well as their families.
New visa restrictions are a threat to learning and innovation
Several recent presidential executive orders suspend access to certain categories of visas needed to study and work in the United States, threatening the talented students and scholars seeking to work and learn at the UW, as well as our institution’s ability to produce critical research and innovation.
We honor Juneteenth and commit to the work ahead
As a University, we are proud to recognize the significance – both historic and ongoing – of Juneteenth in celebration of Black liberation.
Supreme Court ruling welcome news for Dreamers and a win for our nation
Our University welcomes today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling blocking the administration’s attempt to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.
Responding to community concerns about policing on campus
As our nation once more grapples with the epidemic of police violence against Black people and systemic racism more broadly, many faculty, students, staff and other community members have expressed concerns about policing on the Seattle campus, including about the UW Police Department’s relationship with the Seattle Police Department.
An unprecedented year reminds us that higher education can lead meaningful, lasting change
This weekend we celebrated a commencement like no other. It was the first of two ceremonies for the Class of 2020 — and I know we all look forward to celebrating next year in person — but our broadcast to thousands of graduates across the region and around the world was nonetheless steeped in an especially poignant blend of meaning and joy.
‘Simple but momentous’ – A ruling for gay and trans rights is a ruling for human rights
Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down a victory for human rights and the ideal that all people are entitled to fair and equal treatment under the law.
Congratulations, Class of 2020!
This year, it was my honor and privilege to deliver the commencement address to the graduating seniors, graduate and professional students who earned their degrees during a quarter unlike any before.
Lifting the veil: understanding the clarity this moment offers
The post-pandemic goal should not be to go back to the way it was. We must do better. In our community, we can and we will continue our work to address issues of equity, racism and bias. The veil has been lifted. We cannot give up – or go back.