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Latest News and Updates
Legislators connect with UW faculty during the Faculty Field Tour
June 21, 2022
Last week, more than 30 faculty members new to the University and state participated in the Faculty Field Tour, a five-day immersive tour of the state of Washington. The tour highlights the state’s diverse geography, economy, history, and cultures and allows the faculty to see the places their students call home to help them be…
College & Workforce Development Committee Chair meets with UW engineering leaders
June 1, 2022
Rep. Vandana Slatter, Chair of the College & Workforce Development Committee, met with leaders in the College of Engineering (CoE) last week to discuss growth opportunities to help meet the demand for engineering degrees, cutting-edge research and technology, and the importance of equity in STEM fields. Rep. Slatter first met with CoE Dean Nancy Allbritton…
Governor and higher education leaders celebrate session successes at UW Tacoma
May 12, 2022
Governor Jay Inslee, legislators, students, and higher education advocates gathered at UW Tacoma yesterday for Bridge to the Future, an event celebrating the post-secondary successes of the 2022 legislative session. In recent years, the state has made considerable investments in higher education, including student financial aid and increased funding for faculty and staff compensation. UW…