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Arboretum Foundation and UW Botanic Gardens unite

Photo of Arboretum trail
Arboretum trail

Announced last Friday, the UW Botanical Gardens and the Arboretum Foundation will unite under a single nonprofit organization, Seattle Botanic Gardens. This agreement was approved by the Arboretum Foundation Board and UW Board of Regents to manage and preserve the UW’s collection.

Check out UW News’ article for full details.

President Robert J. Jones tours the AVE

On October 21, President Jones toured the Ave with U District Partnership (UDP) staff to learn more about their work and meet local business owners. UDP is a non-profit that provides daily cleaning, graffiti removal, social services, advocacy and special events for the U District. President Jones made stops at the University Bookstore, Shiga’s Imports, Sweet Alchemy and Boba Up. 

Check out UDP’s newsletter for additional photos and details.

CUCAC agenda, November Meeting

City of Seattle/University of Washington Community Advisory Committee (CUCAC)

Provided here is a notification that the CUCAC will hold its next meeting on Nov 12.

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Time: 5:30 – 7:00 PM

Location (In-person): UW Tower
4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, 22nd Floor Boardroom
Seattle, WA 98105

NOTE: Upon arrival, all visitors must check in at the UW Tower security desk in the ground-floor lobby.

Virtual Option:

Webex Link

Dial-in and Passcode:

206-207-1700 / 2494 078 2782

Meeting Materials:

CUCAC agenda, June Meeting

City of Seattle/University of Washington Community Advisory Committee (CUCAC)

Provided here is a notification that the CUCAC will hold its next meeting on June 10.

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM

Location (In-person): UW Tower
4333 Brooklyn Ave NE, 22nd Floor Boardroom
Seattle, WA 98105

NOTE: Upon arrival, all visitors must check in at the UW Tower security desk in the ground-floor lobby.

Virtual Option:

Webex Link

Dial-in and Passcode:

206-207-1700 / 2494 595 8203

Meeting Materials:

Meeting notes found here.