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January 13, 2023
Dr. King’s legacy lives in the work you do
I am proud of the extraordinary work of our community to realize Dr. King’s dream, while acknowledging the urgent need for more progress in the face of threats – both ongoing and emerging – to equity and access. I believe in our community’s strength, dedication and ability to move us forward, and I look forward to continuing this vital work together.
December 12, 2022
In this season of gratitude, I’m grateful for our incredible community
As our autumn quarter draws to a close and we look ahead to the start of a new year, I am deeply grateful for the rekindled sense of community and togetherness that has marked these first months of our academic year.
November 21, 2022
Launching the national search for the next UW provost
Last week, I officially charged a committee of faculty, staff and students to advise me in a national search to identify candidates for the role of provost, which is the UW’s top academic and budget officer.
November 18, 2022
Celebrating Native American Heritage Month and the deep roots of Indigenous people and culture at the UW
Indigenous voices and accomplishments are a vibrant part of our academic community, and this month, I encourage everyone to take advantage of the many opportunities to explore and celebrate the work of some of the UW’s most accomplished Indigenous faculty, staff, students, alumni and neighbors.
November 9, 2022
Creating a culture free from sex- and gender-based discrimination is our shared responsibility
As a community of students, faculty and staff who are here to do our best work in service of a more just, equitable, healthy society, we all share a stake in creating a culture free from sex- and gender-based violence, harassment and discrimination.
November 2, 2022
Honoring those who served and celebrating their ongoing contributions
Our veteran students, faculty, staff, alumni and family members are vital contributors to our community and we are proud to recognize them at our annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, November 11. I invite you to join us at the Medal of Honor Memorial on the Seattle campus and to participate in Veterans Appreciation Week events across our three campuses.
October 31, 2022
As a global research University, the UW has a key role in our global future
As we celebrate UW’s 4th annual Global Month, I’m proud of the many ways in which our community is globally engaged, and excited for the possibilities as we seek new ways to connect and partner with colleagues, communities and institutions around the world.
October 20, 2022
The 2022 Annual President’s Address “Accelerating change for the public good: Expanding the role of public research universities”
Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s Annual President’s Address. Our university creates impact for the public good in countless ways, and we have the power to expand and accelerate that impact at an even greater scale.
October 18, 2022
Celebrating the determination and diverse pathways of UW transfer students
Across our three campuses, we are committed to being welcoming, accessible communities in which our many transfer students can thrive throughout their academic journeys and during Transfer Student Celebration Week, we have the chance to both celebrate our transfer students and examine how we can meet their distinctive needs even more effectively.
October 7, 2022
Iran’s violent oppression of women and protesters underscores that women’s rights are human rights
As the world witnesses the escalating oppression, abuse and even murder of peaceful protesters in Iran by the Iranian government, we are all reminded that women’s rights are human rights.
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