From the UWAA President

Colleen Fukui-Sketchley

As volunteers, you make the UW a better place. You know that. Your gift of time and talent makes it possible for students, friends and alumni to feast on a smorgasbord of activities as varied as speaker events, Husky happy hours, Husky Summer Celebration barbecues and outings, viewing parties, warm ups and much, much more...

Volunteer Spotlight

Meet Volunteer Mark Gwaltney
"When I was born, the bassinet had University of Washington Huskies on the side,” said Mark Gwaltney, '80, '81. Learn more about this active and involved volunteer who was destined to be a true Husky. More...

Alumni Commons Update

What's Going on at the UWAA?
We are getting ready for the new UW Alumni Commons—scheduled to open in spring of 2011. The exciting new space will create a grand welcome for the alumni community, and will become the perfect place to find the latest information about UW events and programs. More...

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering is a great way to give back and keep connected to the University of Washington. The UW Alumni Association invites alumni and friends to volunteer their time and services, and we offer a big "thank you!" to those of you who have gotten involved. More...

What's Happening Next?

• Burke Museum of Natural History & Culture
  The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture is currently recruiting volunteer docents to work in its expanding educational programs. Docents make exhibits come alive for museum visitors of all ages.
  Volunteer now!

• Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
  The University of Washington continues to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and his vision for social justice, through a commitment to service and community engagement. In January 2011, there will be several ways to get involved. Find out how.

Blog Down to Washington

We've got a new home for UW stories and links: Blog Down to Washington. Follow the blog and learn more about UW people and important information. Take a look then tell us what you think. Your participation can make BDTW a hub for Huskies on the web. Bookmark the page and come back often!

In Memoriam

With great sadness, the UWAA staff and volunteer family bid farewell to longtime Kitsap/Jefferson/Clallam volunteer Chris Casad. He passed away in late November while visiting his daughter in Albania. Casad was a stellar volunteer, assisting the UWAA with events from Coaches Tours to regional lecture series. He will be sorely missed. More...

Thank You!

To Our Awesome Volunteers...
All of us at the UW Alumni Association extend our sincerest thanks for the time, talent and support you so freely gave this past year. The events of the year presented us with new and exciting challenges, but due to your hard work and unwavering commitment, we were able to forge ahead. It was extremely gratifying to serve with such an enthusiastic and dedicated group of volunteers. With your help, we look forward to even greater success in the coming year!

A Gift From Us to You
As an appreciation for all you do, enter to win an autographed issue of Columns with Brandon Roy on the cover! To enter, send your name and graduation year to Chantal Carrancho at chantalc@uw.edu. One winner will be drawn, at random, and announced after the holidays. Good luck, volunteers!

It's Great to be a UWAA Member!

More than 50,000 UW graduates and friends of the UW have already joined, making the UWAA one of the nation's largest alumni associations. As a member, you'll be part of a growing network of Huskies and you'll enjoy discounts from retailers such as T-Mobile, Tully's, University Book Store and others. Learn more about our great member benefits and services.

Not a UWAA member yet? It's easy to join.

Happy Holidays to You

It’s hard to believe another year has come and gone, but what an amazing year it’s been! So many of you came together to make our most valuable events and programs even more of a success. Your efforts have allowed countless UW alums and supporters to experience the best the UW Alumni Association has to offer. 

On behalf of the UW Alumni Association and the entire UW alumni community, we extend our warmest thanks for all you’ve done this past year. We wish you a great and safe holiday!  Let’s make 2011 even better!