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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

Message to Campus

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,…

Message to Campus

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…

Message to Campus

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…

Message to Campus

Dear Colleagues, 

I’m reaching out to you with this short note not because I have an update to share or a statement on another issue. Rather, I want you to know that you are not alone in feeling the weight of this past week.

It is hard to process the tragic loss of two of our students and the news that was shared this week…