University of Washington Advancement is built on a fully integrated model of support for the UW that brings together development, alumni and stakeholder engagement, marketing and communications, and operations. We work to advance the UW’s vision to be the greatest public university in the world as measured by its impact on the lives of people here and everywhere.
Mission
Grow relationships, resources, and reputation to advance the priorities of the University and improve the lives of the students, patients, communities, state, and world it serves.
Vision
Unite and expand a diverse, engaged community of supporters to advance the positive impact of the University of Washington.
Values
It starts with me
- I have uncompromising integrity.
- I am bright, hardworking and kind.
- The mission matters deeply to me.
Our best work is done together
- We are trustworthy and transparent.
- We listen and empathize.
- We learn from one another, celebrate our success and embrace the journey.
We create impact
- Together we effect positive change for those we serve and in our communities.
- Together we strive for a diverse and equitable workplace and world.
- Together we move our mission forward.
Organizing principles
To achieve our mission, University Advancement is organized around and evaluates itself against six fundamental principles:
- The mission and aspirations of the University of Washington drive all we do.
- We integrate marketing and communication, alumni relations and development to optimize impact institution-wide.
- We prioritize partnership between units and central shared services.
- We focus on long-term, sustainable progress and create and drive best practices.
- We create myriad opportunities for authentic engagement.
- We develop and value high-performing, collaborative, trust-based teams.