Over the past 150 years, the University of Washington and the people of the state of Washington have worked together to create one of the most livable, innovative and vibrant areas of the nation.
The UW has provided world-class education to generations of leaders, thinkers and doers who have contributed to our state in countless ways. The UW, along with its alumni and friends, shares a concern with the citizens of our state for the well-being of people everywhere and of the planet we all share. That’s what drives our spirit of discovery and desire to keep searching for better, healthier ways to learn, live and work.