IN THIS ISSUE From the Athletic Director’s Desk

VOLUME 14 / ISSUE 6 / JUNE 2021

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FROM THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR’S DESK

Husky Nation. As we wrap up an academic and competition year unlike any other, I continue to be so inspired by the amazing students, coaches and staff we have here. Collectively, we have overcome so many challenges to live out our steadfast commitment to providing holistic development opportunities for our Huskies.

It has been the busiest spring on record, and our Dawgs have provided plenty to cheer about. We have seen: a men’s rowing National Championship, a third-place NCAA finish for women’s rowing, volleyball play its way to the Final Four, men’s soccer earned an Elite Eight berth, women’s soccer made it to the Sweet Sixteen, and track and field brought home several individual titles at the conference championships months, we still have a long way to go to ensure and sent a dozen athletes to NCAA’s. the funding we need to offset the pandemic’s

For a while earlier this school year, none of impact. But we know Husky Nation will step in to this seemed possible. Then, loyal donors like maintain our momentum. you stepped in. You’ve responded to our call to Each of you is a huge part of our success and support every team as One Team. You’ve gone we wouldn’t be able to offer the opportunities we all in for your Huskies and because of you, do at this world-class institution if it weren’t for hundreds of student-athletes have regained their your generosity. Thank You. opportunity to compete. I hope each of you has an incredible and

As we wrap up events this spring, we have our safe summer and I can’t wait to see you back on eyes set on next fall and the optimism we have Montlake this fall. It will be so special to be back for each of you to return to our venues. While together again, where we belong! we have made so much progress in the last few Go Dawgs!

Jennifer Cohen

Born and raised in Seattle’s Central District, Anthony Washington is a true Husky who wants to make a difference in his community. Washington, who played Husky basketball as an undergraduate, discovered a passion for teaching and returned to the UW for his master’s degree in special education. He strives to empower and engage his students during class and advocate for them beyond the classroom.