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FAST FACTS
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9,334 alumni
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242 Husky Promise students
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1,427 UW students
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1,145 UW faculty and staff
FEATURED HUSKIES FROM THE 44TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT
Melissa Arias is part of the executive team leading Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington. Arias helps provide children living with critical illnesses an experience that transforms their lives, strengthens families and brings communities together. “A wish has tangible effects not only on a child’s mental and physical health, but on their family — moms, dads, brothers, sisters and grandparents. And on the greater community that surrounds them.”
"I am deeply passionate about software engineering, consulting, and photography, and my time at UW has allowed me to turn these passions into real impact across campus. My leadership experiences, successes, and failures have each reinforced the same guiding principle: don’t wait for permission to create value. I will continue to show up and build what matters, creating opportunities for myself and others wherever I can."
"I am a Husky engineer who is passionate about the intersection of mechanical engineering, computer science, and medical device innovation. From developing an audiovisual feedback device to improve CPR outcomes, to creating a control system to optimize atmospheric water generators for water scarce areas, and even leading the American Society of Mechanical Engineering club, my time at UW has been dedicated to creating interdisciplinary solutions and connections. UWB has helped me become a passionate engineer and leader dedicated to connection, creativity, and curiosity while fueling my passion of innovating for the greater good."
SERVING THE 44TH 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.
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.
Pacific Northwest Seismic Network
The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN), a partnership between the University of Oregon and the University of Washington, is dedicated to reducing impacts of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions in Washington and Oregon by providing accurate and timely information about earthquakes and ground motions to scientists, engineers, planners and the public. The second-largest seismic network in the United States, PNSN has more than 300 seismograph stations as well as several offices and personnel across the region.
44TH LEGISLATIVE DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES
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Sen. John Lovick (D)Sen. John Lovick (D)
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Rep. Brandy Donaghy (D)Rep. Brandy Donaghy (D)
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Rep. April Berg (D)Rep. April Berg (D)
