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It’s all about our shared future

A defining moment for the state of Washington

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Unprecedented

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UNPRECEDENTED decline in state funding

The UW lost 30% of state funding

Per student funding has been cut to 1990 levels

Tuition now surpasses state support for the first time

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UNPRECEDENTED impact to the UW

In making budget decisions, UW sought to preserve educational excellence and maintain student access.

We made careful but difficult decisions:

Over 800 positions eliminated

16% cut in administration

12% cut in academic programs

As a result:

It takes longer and costs more to graduate

The need for financial aid has increased

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Steadfast

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STEADFAST in our shared mission and values

We value education, guaranteeing a better future for our kids and for our state.

We value discovery and innovation, finding the best ideas and timely solutions to our biggest challenges.

We all value service and partnership, working together to build stronger, vibrant communities and a better world.

We are committed. Together, we create our shared future.

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EDUCATION matters.

Higher education means opportunity and economic security.

College-educated citizens:

Get jobsStay out of jailDon’t rely on social servicesVoteGive back to their communitiesCreate jobs

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EDUCATION is key to our state’s future

For the first time, the current generation of college-aged Americans will be less educated than their parents.

Washington ranks at the bottom in the nation for the number of its citizens who attend four year universities.

However, our own businesses and industries are relying more and more on a college-educated workforce:

Washington has one of the highest demands in the nation for an educated workforce

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UW Matters

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UW graduates are our workforce and employers

The UW educates nearly 100,000 people each year:

Over 45,000 students attend

And 12,000 graduate as future employees

39% of all bachelor’s

62% of all master’s

73% professional

74% of all Ph.D.s

Another 45,000 Washington citizens take advantage of

Professional & Continuing Education programs

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UW alumni stay here

75% of UW alumni stay in Washington to live, work, and raise families

Over 213,000 alumni live in Washington — more than the population of Spokane or Tacoma

#1 “Best state for keeping college grads” — Forbes Magazine, March 2009

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UW gives back

UW students, faculty and staff contribute $400 million in community benefits every year including:

$267 million in charitable care provided by UW Medicine—supporting 1/3 of all charitable care in Washington state

$55 million donated to local charitable organizations by UW Faculty and Staff

Over 346,000 hours of service to area communities by UW students

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UW is a major part of Washington’s economy

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UW creates jobs

69,803 jobs are supported by the UW27,921 direct jobs41,882 indirect jobs

3rd largest employer in stateBoeingMicrosoftUW

6.1% of the total labor force in Seattle

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UW is the state’s best investment

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State funding supports our core instructional mission

The UW is a $3.3 billion enterprise

State funds and tuition are the foundation of the UW – supporting the teaching and education that leverage federal and private investment

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We must act. NOW.Now is the time renew our commitment to solving our toughest challenge in higher education. Our children are worth it, and our economic future depends on it.

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UW’s proposal

Protect state investment in public higher education.

Allow the University greater capacity to manage its revenues and operations.

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UW’s commitment

Clear accountability to the state and its taxpayers

Continued pursuit of new ways to increase efficiency and fiscal discipline

Commitment to our public mission and service– educating Washington state citizens and serving the needs of our state

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You can help by educating others.

Make higher education a priority. We all have a stake in the UW. Our kids are worth it, and our economy depends on it.

Protect public funding for higher education. It’s not about the UW, it’s about a better future for our kids and the state.

Allow the UW greater ability to manage its resources and operations. We are a part of the solution– help us help you.

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What we say is important. How we say it is even more important.

Everyone is searching for ways to help the UW share our message.

Whom can you contact?

Randy HodginsVice President, External Affairs

Margaret ShepherdDirector, State Relations

Colleen Fukui-Sketchley President, UW Alumni Association

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Working together, we can secure the future of our children and the future of Washington.