A regular digest for UW faculty with updates on federal and national issues of relevance to their teaching, research and service; actions the University is taking; and ways for faculty to be involved
Provost’s blog
Federal Policy Updates – Sept. 23, 2025
To keep UW faculty updated and engaged, I am launching a regular digest with pertinent information on federal and national issues affecting universities, as a supplement to our federal policy updates page. The digest also will relay actions and guidance from UW leadership and share opportunities for faculty to be involved.
Welcome to the new academic year
Each autumn, I go through a ritual of events that is deeply meaningful to me. I have the honor of welcoming many people to new roles: new faculty, who are beginning or entering a next stage of their careers; new students, who are embarking on their education; new chairs, academic leaders, and our student Regent, who have chosen to serve our community; the chair of the Faculty Senate and the presidents of GPSS and ASUW at Bothell, Seattle, and Tacoma, who are invaluable partners in advancing academic excellence; and special for this year, President Robert J. Jones, who brings a deep commitment to public education, access, and discovery.
Updates on federal research funding and pause of promotion and tenure clock
As we approach the end of the academic year, we continue to monitor developments at the federal level related to research funding and other policies affecting the University. I am writing to update you on the current federal landscape and actions UW leaders are taking to plan for contingences and make financial decisions during a continuously evolving situation.