UW Impact
Husky Caucus Directory
The Husky Caucus is comprised of current state legislators who are graduates of any program from any of the University of Washington’s three campuses. We are proud to have UW alums on both sides of the aisle, representing various communities across Washington state, and from all types of educational backgrounds. With degrees from statistics to social work, pharmacy to electrical engineering, these alums have dedicated themselves to public service. UW Impact is proud to highlight the Huskies serving in office.
District: 14
District Includes: Yakima County, Goldendale, and Trout Lake
Chamber: House of Representatives
Party: R
UW Degree: Bachelor of Art in Political Science
Committees: Appropriations; Capital Budget; Education; Human Services & Early Learning; Rules
What did you learn at the UW that you find most handy in your current legislative role?: Through being part of the student government, I learned how to effectively work with others, and negotiate with people from different circles.
District: 14
District Includes: Yakima County, Goldendale, and Trout Lake
Chamber: Senate
Party: R
UW Degree: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
Committees: Labor & Commerce (Ranking Member); Transportation (Ranking Member); Rules
District: 14
District Includes: Yakima County, Goldendale, and Trout Lake
Chamber: House of Representatives
Party: R
UW Degree: Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Committees: Labor & Workplace Standards (Ranking Minority Member); Appropriations; State Government & Tribal Relations
District: 20
District Includes: Centralia, Packwood, and Toledo
Chamber: Senate
Party: R
UW Degree: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Committees: Ways & Means (Ranking Member); Financial Institutions, Economic Development & Trade; Labor & Commerce
District: 21
District Includes: Edmonds, Everett, Lynnwood, and Mukilteo
Chamber: Senate
Party: D
UW Degree: Master of Public Administration
Committees: Environment; Energy & Technology; Higher Education & Workforce Development; Rules, Ways & Means
What is your favorite place on campus?: I enjoy traveling the world for many reasons, but one, in particular, is to see all the great architecture that was built long before any of us were even a thought. The Suzzallo Library has some of the most beautiful architecture I’ve ever seen and reminds me of many of the great structures from around the world. One of the primary missions of every university is to teach students about our history so that they can help build a better future. UW is well known for its progress and innovation, and there are plenty of buildings on campus that reflect that. The Suzzallo Library provides that anchor to our past. The solid oak tables, vaulted ceilings, and natural light in the Reading Room are simply stunning and provided the perfect setting for studying.
District: 23
District Includes: Kingston, Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island, Silverdale, and East Bremerton
Chamber: Senate
Party: D
UW Degree: Masters in Public Administration
Committees: Ways & Means (Chair); Agriculture, Water, Natural Resources & Parks
What is your favorite UW memory?: Sitting outside on the grass, outside of Parrington Hall, in the late September sun with a group of other students during our program’s orientation. Feeling the adrenaline and excitement of beginning the study of something we all were passionate about.
District: 26
District Includes: Bremerton, Port Orchard, and Gig Harbor
Chamber: House of Representatives
Party: R
UW Degree: Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology; Doctor of Dental Medicine
Committees: Healthcare & Wellness (Assistant Ranking Minority Member); Appropriations; and Education
What is your favorite place on campus?: HUB, IMA, and D-2 Clinic at the School of Dentistry
District: 33
District Includes: SeaTac, Des Moines, Kent, Burien, Renton, and unincorporated King County
Chamber: House of Representatives
Party: D
UW Degree: Bachelor of Arts in History
Committees: State Government & Tribal Relations (Chair); Labor & Workplace Standards; Transportation
What is your favorite UW memory?: I enjoyed being on a rowing team. At that time, there was a five person shell rowing team (intermural) and looking back this was such a special opportunity. I also enjoyed meeting other students on the bus ride in from Des Moines every morning.
District: 33
District Includes: SeaTac, Des Moines, Kent, Burien, Renton, and unincorporated King County
Chamber: House of Representatives
Party: D
UW Degree: Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Master of Social Work
Committees: Civil Rights & Judiciary; Finance; Public Safety; Rules
What did you learn at the UW that you find most handy in your current legislative role?: The most valuable thing I learned through going to the school of social work is to make sure you're talking to the people and that every voice is heard.
District: 43
District Includes: Downtown Seattle, First Hill, Capitol Hill, University District, Ravenna, Wallingford, and Fremont
Chamber: House of Representatives
Party: D
UW Degree: Master of Public Administration
Committees: Health Care & Wellness (Vice Chair); Appropriations; Finance