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"Western and higher education institutions across the country have a moral imperative to expand access to higher education, particularly for students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. But we have an added responsibility that goes beyond access; we need to ensure success is attainable for all students as well. Advancing access and success for all students is one of the most courageous and concrete ways to ensure equity, inclusion, and opportunity."
Sabah Randhawa
Western Washington University President
Latest Communications
Dear WWU Colleagues,
As mentioned last week, I’m writing to share an update now that the Washington State Legislature has finalized the state’s 2025–2027 biennial operating and capital budgets.
Operating BudgetSadly, the state’s operating budget was quite disappointing and included deep funding cuts to higher education and WWU. All…
Dear Colleagues,
I am writing to provide a brief update on the two major issues that are a focus of our current work – the budget situation in Olympia and the policy changes and directives from the federal government. While there is not much new information to report, I felt that an update for all of you would be helpful. I want you to…
Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,
Welcome to Spring Quarter! I hope you had a restful and restorative break. Spring brings a renewed sense of purpose to campus – a time when we balance the excitement of finishing strong with the anticipation of what’s ahead. Whether you're preparing to graduate, welcoming prospective students,…
Dear WWU Colleagues,
In October, we shared an update on the university’s structural budget deficit and committed to keeping you informed as we worked through this process. At that time, we outlined the need to make difficult but necessary reductions to bring our recurring expenses in line with revenues while preserving our academic…