UW & the World Cup
The University of Washington is proud to be a Host City Supporter of the World Cup and to spotlight soccer in service of community. In this moment of global focus, our goal is to ignite, inspire and advance innovative work in sustainability, human rights, accessibility and culture, for the benefit of Washington and the world.
Welcome from the UW president
This is an exciting time for the University of Washington, Seattle and our state. As a Host City Supporter of the World Cup, the UW is partnering with businesses, organizations and community leaders to welcome the world to our region — and UW students, faculty and staff are participating in this experience of global scale.
As one of the nation’s great sports cities, Seattle understands the power of sports to connect people across cultures. The UW helps shape the Pacific Northwest by advancing knowledge, driving innovation and fostering a more inclusive, connected future — and we look forward to ensuring this moment delivers lasting benefit for our region and the people we serve.
— President Robert J. Jones
Support educational access for UW students
As a SeattleFWC2026 Host City Supporter, the UW invites you to our dedicated Selfless Station, designed by a local artist — take a selfie and support the Husky Promise and other programs that make a UW education accessible for Washington students.
Featured news and stories
Read more about the University of Washington, including its connections to the World Cup.
Life goals
He was a soccer-loving kid from Wapato, Washington — and now Luis Carmona, ’17, ’22, works with the Seattle Sounders’ and Seattle Reign’s RAVE Foundation to give kids better access to play.
Huskies crowned champions
It was a historic season for UW men’s soccer: the team captured the program’s first-ever NCAA national championship, capped by a dramatic overtime win against NC State after an unprecedented six-game road run in the NCAA Tournament.
Believe the hype
MaKayla Woods came to the University of Washington to be accepted for who she was. What she found was a place where she could become her best self.
Featured events and activities
Mark your calendar for all the exciting events related to the World Cup.
World Cup Pop-Up & Rally
Wednesday, May 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | HUB Lawn
Enjoy giveaways, music and photo opportunities with Dubs and our Host City Supporter sculpture.
Event schedule and details
- Dubs: 10:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
- Husky Marching Band: 12:20-12:40 p.m.
- Giveaways available while supplies last
Mark your calendar for all the exciting events related to the World Cup.
The World (Cup) comes to Seattle
Join a series of online talks hosted by the UW’s Global Sport Lab, featuring experts discussing the World Cup’s impact on Seattle, geopolitics and the sporting world.
The Husky Shop Pop-Up
Visit University Book Store’s Husky Shop Pop-Up downtown to score the best Husky gear. Show your purple pride as we welcome the world to the World Cup!
What to know during the World Cup
FAQs about visiting the UW, getting around campus, snagging tickets, and what to expect while Seattle hosts the World Cup.
Explore the University of Washington
The UW includes campuses in Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma, as well as a world-class medical center serving the state and the region. Each year, the UW inspires more than 60,000 students to learn from renowned experts in their fields. As a “best buy” public university, our goal is to make higher education accessible for all.