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Message from the President

"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,

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…

Dear WWU Community, 

Recent federal policy changes, including executive orders, have created uncertainty for higher education institutions. At Western Washington University, we remain dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment where all members of our community can thrive. Ensuring the well-being, success,…

Dear Western Community, 

For new and transfer students, welcome to campus! We’re so happy to have you here. For everyone else, welcome back and Happy New Year! I hope that your holiday break was safe, restful, and enjoyable – and that you're refreshed and prepared for another productive, exciting quarter at Western. 

While…

Dear Western Community,

As fall quarter ends, Uzma and I wanted to take this opportunity to reach out to all of you with a message of thanks and gratitude as we approach the holiday season with so much to reflect on. It feels like just days ago that we welcomed so many of you to campus for the beginning of the quarter.  

On…