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FAST FACTS
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2,927 alumni
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413 Husky Promise students
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820 UW students
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295 UW faculty and staff
FEATURED HUSKIES FROM THE 29TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT
"My time at UW has been defined by a commitment to understanding how climate change will shape our communities and what we can do to respond. Through climate justice coursework, faculty mentorship, on-campus advocacy, and applied policy internships, I have learned that protecting our future from the harshest impacts of climate change is possible through care, expertise, and persistence. These experiences have solidified my commitment to advancing climate resilience at the local level as I continue my education and pursue a career in public service."
"During my time at UW Tacoma, I discovered who I am and what I am called to do. UW taught me that the possibilities are limitless, and I learned how to transform my past and lived experiences into purpose. I am deeply committed to social justice, breaking down systemic barriers, and creating pathways to higher education for justice-impacted students so they can pursue opportunity with dignity, support, and access."
SERVING THE 29TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT
The UW facilitates hundreds of programs in communities across the state. Below are a few that operate in your district. Programs active as of January 2023.
Forefront Suicide Prevention–Safer Homes, Suicide Aware
Safer Homes, Suicide Aware promotes programming led by the UW’s Forefront Suicide Prevention program to educate the public about how easy access to lethal means, including firearms and medications, can contribute to suicides. The program focuses especially on men ages 35–64 and veterans, who are statistically more likely to use firearms to end their lives. The work is guided by a task force that includes diverse perspectives and develops innovative, impactful strategies.
UW in the High School
Through the UW in the High School program, high school sophomores, juniors and seniors can complete University of Washington courses — and earn college credit — in their own classrooms with their own teachers. Teachers are approved and trained by UW faculty to teach official UW courses using UW curriculum, activities, texts, tests and grading scales. Participating students can earn college credits at a fraction of the cost, and these credits are accepted by most colleges and universities across Washington and around the country. Partner high schools can offer UW coursework in computer science, math, science, world languages, humanities and social sciences. Check out which schools UW in the High School is partnering with in your area.
Young Executives of Color
Young Executives of Color (YEOC) is a nine-month college pipeline program hosted by the UW’s Michael G. Foster School of Business. YEOC focuses on engaging high school students of color in a comprehensive curriculum that includes college preparation, professional development, business lectures and powerful mentorship. The program, which is free to students, currently serves 190 students from over 75 high schools around Washington state.
29TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES
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Sen. Steve Conway (D)Sen. Steve Conway (D)
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Rep. Melanie Morgan (D)Rep. Melanie Morgan (D)
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Rep. Sharlett Mena (D)Rep. Sharlett Mena (D)
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