University of Washington 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
Reconnecting with our U District arts venues
March 7, 2023
Last week, I had the opportunity to tour some of the fabulous arts and culture venues and organizations in the U District, a vibrant neighborhood where music, theater, film and arts of all kinds surround us every day.
We celebrate Black history, and acknowledge the pain of persistent inequity
February 16, 2023
Part of what makes Black history such a compelling lens is the bravery and tenacity with which Black Americans have persevered to overcome staggering obstacles and oppression that were – and are – built into our nation’s systems and structures.
The earthquake in Turkey and Syria is a global tragedy and a moment to offer support
February 13, 2023
With every passing day, the devastating human toll of the earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria rises, and our Husky community stands with the entire world in grieving this global tragedy.
Initiatives
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.
Population Health
At the UW, we believe improving population health worldwide is a moral imperative, driven by our public mission of service to all.
Innovation Imperative
The UW Innovation Imperative empowers students and researchers to learn, discover and build solutions to tomorrow’s challenges.