March 24, 2020
Stay Home Reading for Huskies
If you are looking for something to do while social distancing, consider taking this time to reflect on what unites us. UW Impact’s Common Ground reading list encourages Huskies to broaden our horizons and reflect on civic engagement. While times may be uncertain right now, these books offer an inspiring perspective on hope, community, and civic engagement. Stirring explorations
March 13, 2020
End of Legislative Session: What Huskies Can Do
We hope all is well and that you and your loved ones are staying healthy. We are proud that the UW and other research institutions are helping to find solutions in this uncertain time. We know our governor and elected officials are busy navigating the effects and impact of COVID-19 across the state. We commend their efforts toward keeping us
February 27, 2020
Huskies Vote (in the upcoming primary election)!
Are you civically engaged? Most Huskies are. In a statewide survey, 87% of Huskies said they are frequent voters, 48% are political donors, and 56% say they regularly volunteer. So, Huskies, it’s primary time. Last week, we encouraged you to attend your town hall meetings. This week and next, we ask you to join alums across the country in
February 18, 2020
2020 Town Hall Meetings List
Find your district in the list below to see the date and address of your town hall. Note that some districts are hosting multiple meetings and some legislators are hosting telephone town halls! » Find your district
Your 2020 Town Hall Meetings
During the next couple of weeks, Washington state legislators will be returning to their respective districts or arranging telephone town halls to hear more about issues that matter to their constituents. This is an important opportunity to make sure your voice is heard! If you are able to attend a meeting, be sure to wear your Husky purple (UW apparel
UW Advocates: Mid-Session Update
We’re just past mid-session, and already we have plenty of information to report to our advocates. Let’s jump right in: The Workforce Education Investment Act First, thank you to advocates who have sent more than 450 messages to legislators this session in support of maintaining the critical investments in the Workforce Education Investment Act (WEIA), such as expanded financial
February 3, 2020
It’s Husky Caucus Day 2020!
Today, Feb. 4, is Husky Caucus Day! Members of the UW Alumni Association are on their way to Olympia now to share their Husky pride with the State Legislature. Help us paint Olympia purple by writing to your elected officials today. We have two main messages for lawmakers: Thank you for your hard work, and please preserve the investments made
January 24, 2020
February 4, 2020 | Husky Caucus Day
On Tuesday, February 4, the UW Impact team, along with members of the UW Alumni Association Board of Trustees and other supporters of the University, will be headed to Olympia to deliver UW Impact-themed trinkets to our UW alumni currently serving in our State Legislature. The Husky Caucus! Want to amplify our message of state support for public higher education?
January 14, 2020
The 2020 Legislative Session is Underway
The 2020 legislative session is underway in Olympia. Last session, alumni and friends like YOU encouraged the State Legislature to pass the most significant investment in higher education in more than a decade (read about the Workforce Education Investment Act here or watch the video below for more context). Help us protect that investment in 2020. Write to your lawmakers
October 23, 2019
UW Impact <3’s the 509
UW Impact knows the purple pride of the 509. We even have affirming research that shows how far and wide the Husky love spreads here in Washington state. Help us bring your 509 pride to Olympia! UW Impact is the UW Alumni Association’s legislative advocacy program in support of the UW and public higher education. Each legislative session, we