The University’s response to students’ calls for change will not be based on an encampment — there are many ways for voices to be heard that don’t require tents, violent rhetoric and vandalism. Change will be through constructive engagement on issues that are important and meaningful to our students and broader campus community.
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Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month at the UW and beyond
This National Arab American Heritage Month, we have the opportunity to celebrate the countless ways that Arab Americans have enriched our nation’s cultural, political and economic landscape, reflecting our deep commitment to the diversity and excellence that are the hallmarks of our UW community.
The vandalism of the HUB is not a protest – it is a crime
Witnessing the mounting deaths, injuries and hunger among civilians, many of them children, in Gaza has been extremely painful for us all, and especially so for those with family or cultural ties to the region. But there is no excuse whatsoever for the vandalism and property destruction that took place in the Husky Union Building last night by demonstrators occupying the building.
On Husky Giving Day, our impact happens together
When our University community comes together to apply our passion, talent and vision, we create impact on an incredible scale. This is never more apparent than today, as we mark the annual tradition of Husky Giving Day.
Our community is stronger than hate and discrimination
The overwhelming majority of us embrace a pluralistic and inclusive environment in which all of us are welcomed for our faith, culture and identity. Together, we are so much stronger than those who would seek to divide us.
Women make history on stages big and small by lifting each other up
Throughout Women’s History Month, we have a wonderful opportunity to pause and reflect on the extraordinary depth and breadth of what the women of the UW have achieved, on campus and off, in the sciences and the arts, as changemakers and leaders, and at every scale.
February celebrates African American contributions in the arts
The national designation of Black History Month reflects our shared commitment to celebrating Black achievement, but Black history has a critical place in our learning and exploration all year round.
Contributing to a world that lives up to Dr. King’s dream
However you choose to use MLK Day – whether as a day of service, reflection or care – I hope you’ll consider how the values and spirit of this national day of service are integrated into your daily life as a member of the UW community.
Happy new year, and thank you for all that you do as part of the UW community
The beginning of a new year and a new quarter is an opportune time to recommit to our shared mission of learning, discovery and public service. This mission is fueled by you, our dedicated staff, students, faculty and healthcare providers.
Proposed supplemental budget is an investment in the UW and the public good
As a public University that serves our students, our state and the world, we are grateful for public investments that fuel our public mission to advance health, education, discovery and workforce development, now, and for generations to come.