The State of the University Address brings together members of the UW community for President Jones’ annual address on the state and future of the University.
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- Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026
- 10:30–11:30 a.m.
- HUB Lyceum
Address archive
2025: President Jones’ inaugural address
Inaugural address of Robert J. Jones, 34th president of the University of Washington
On October 15, 2025, the University of Washington celebrated the inauguration of President Robert J. Jones. The event, held in Meany Hall on the Seattle campus, included voices and performances from students, faculty and staff. It concluded with an inaugural address by President Jones outlining his vision for advancing the UW’s public mission: expanding access to an excellent education for all students; strengthening connections with our communities; and accelerating research, discovery and innovation for the public good.
Watch President Jones’ inaugural address on YouTube
Full text of the address as prepared for delivery
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