University of Washington President Ana Mari Cauce

Ana Mari Cauce is the 33rd president of the UW. A professor of psychology and member of the UW faculty since 1986, she was named president in October 2015.

Under her leadership, the UW is advancing all areas of its educational, research and service missions, with initiatives focused on innovation, race and equity, and population health.

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Welcome to the new academic year, wherever you are Welcome to the start of the new academic year! Whether you are a returning member of our University of Washington community or joining us for the first time, we’re so pleased that you are part of the Husky pack.



Closing a campaign that truly was boundless As we bring this historic campaign to a close, I am grateful for the faith that so many people have placed in our institution to help realize a vision for a better world.



Bill Gates Sr., a transformative force for good Along with our entire community, I am mourning the loss of Bill Gates Sr., `49, `50. He devoted his life to making our world a better place and was one of the finest leaders our University has ever had.

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