November 1, 2014
Genesee Adkins named UW director of state relations
Genesee Adkins, who brings 12 years of experience in Olympia, has been appointed director of state relations at the University of Washington, effective Nov. 12. “We are getting an experienced, highly capable government relations professional who understands the subtleties of Olympia and will be able to represent the university’s interests extremely well,” said Randy Hodgins, UW vice president…
October 17, 2014
President’s Annual Address
This week (Oct. 15), President Young gave his annual address to the UW community. He highlighted the University of Washington’s recent successes and discussed how our unique vision, commitment to innovation and shared passion for the work we do is shaping a boundless future for our community, our state and our world. Read his remarks.
September 30, 2014
Legislators and staff tour UW’s Clean Energy Institute
Today (Sept. 30) a group of state legislators and staff had a chance to tour UW’s Clean Energy Institute to learn more about its innovative faculty, students and leading edge research in the fields of next generation solar energy and battery technologies. In 2013, the Legislature invested $3 million to establish the Institute at UW. In its inaugural year,…
September 15, 2014
Correcting the record: WSU consultant’s medical school study deeply flawed
Last week, Washington State University released a consultant’s study regarding separate accreditation for a WSU medical school in Spokane. The WSU Board of Regents subsequently took action directing WSU leaders to pursue the report’s recommendations. Unfortunately, the WSU consultant’s report contains several inaccuracies, concerning assumptions, and at least one critical and highly misleading error that require immediate…
September 11, 2014
Statement from UW Regent Orin Smith in Response to WSU Medical School Proposal
“We’re disappointed by WSU’s announcement today to pursue a separate, independent medical school aside from the existing Spokane medical school we’ve worked hard to build together in partnership with the Spokane community. At a time when fully funding basic education and addressing our mental health crisis loom large, we believe creating a second, $47 million…
August 27, 2014
7 fast facts about UW
Looking for fast facts about UW? Here are a few from the past few months. From academic excellence to sustainability, it’s great to be a Husky! Click here to share this on Twitter. Click here to share this on Twitter. Click here to share this on Twitter. Click here to share this on Twitter. Click…
August 26, 2014
UW External Affairs hosts local, state, and federal staff for U District tour
Last week, a group of 20 legislative staff from local, state, and federal offices joined the UW External Affairs team on a tour of the U District. Participants visited: The Burke Museum, learning about the Genetic Resource Center, and the museum’s “New Burke” capital project; Sound Transit’s U District Station site for an update on construction and the agency’s light…
August 20, 2014
UW External Affairs staff participates in service project at Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands
Today University of Washington External Affairs staff participated in a service project at the Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands, owned by Seattle Parks and Recreation and co-operated by Seattle Tilth, a non-profit community-run organization. Staff is pictured here after spending the morning helping to restore wetlands by removing invasive plants (bindweeds). The annual service project is a chance for EA…
July 31, 2014
News Roundup: UW startups, medical education expansion, and women in computer science
Governor Jay Inslee returned to campus this week for the 2014 UW Start-Up Celebration. In his keynote remarks, Governor Inslee lauded the Center for Commercialization (C4C) for its most recent big news: A record 18 new startups were spun out in the past fiscal year. Learn more about C4C and the New Ventures Facility at Fluke Hall here….
July 9, 2014
News Roundup: NW WA study mission, Addressing the skills gap, Record number of UW startups
Northwest Washington Study Mission – Seattle Chamber State Relations was back on the road in late June to participate in the Seattle Metro Chamber and Puget Sound Regional Council’s NW WA Study Mission. Delegates visited a series of sites that showcased innovation and economic development in sectors such as tourism, agriculture, maritime, manufacturing, and higher education. PIC: Touring…
