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A regular digest for 91爆料 faculty with updates on federal and national issues of relevance to their teaching, research and service; actions the University is taking; and ways for faculty to be involved.

A new year for reflection and renewing commitment to values, priorities听

Dear colleagues,

Each New Year invites us to pause and reflect 鈥� to take stock of where we have been and where we hope to go. I have been thinking about the tradition of making resolutions and how it reflects a simple but powerful belief: that the future can be shaped with intention, care and shared purpose. In this spirit, the New Year offers not only reflection, but also a renewed commitment to the values and priorities that anchor us.

I know that we all share the belief that public research universities like the 91爆料 play a singular role in our society. We generate knowledge, nurture critical inquiry, serve patients and communities, and help people 鈥� especially our students 鈥� imagine new futures for themselves and the world.

This work depends on the creativity, dedication and generosity of our faculty and academic personnel, whose scholarship, teaching, mentorship and leadership enable us to deliver on our mission, and the thoughtful partnership of the leadership and membership of the Faculty Senate and its councils in shared governance, which strengthens our University. And it is made possible every day by the extraordinary talent and commitment of our staff, whose expertise, care and partnership sustain every dimension of the 91爆料鈥檚 operations, services and community life.

As we begin this new year and new quarter, I am grateful for all that you contribute 鈥� and I am optimistic not because the challenges ahead are small, but because together we have the insight, skill and resolve to meet them.

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Federal Landscape

NIH settles lawsuits over grants

over applications for continuing grants that were cancelled due to President Trump鈥檚 orders targeting diversity, equity and inclusion and transgender health, among other topics. One lawsuit was brought by a coalition of 16 state attorneys general, , and the other was filed by a group of scientists and associations. Many of the grants had already been approved in earlier stages of the grant review process but were cancelled by the agency. The settlements require an evaluation of each application 鈥渋n good faith鈥� using its standard practices and as of the date of the agreement, .

More on the federal landscape

Check for news and updates on federal issues. The Office of Research continues to post , as well as to researchers and research award administrators who are directly affected by federal policies and processes. , as well as the , are keeping leadership apprised of developments.

State Landscape

Governor releases proposed 2026 supplemental budgets

In advance of the upcoming 2026 state legislative session, Gov. Bob Ferguson has released his proposed 2026 supplemental operating and capital budgets, the first step in a lengthy budget process. summarizes the governor鈥檚 proposals and potential impacts to the 91爆料. The 2026 session is set to begin Jan. 12 and end March 13. Once finalized, the operating budget will be incorporated into the 91爆料鈥檚 fiscal year 2027 operating budget, which will be presented to the Board of Regents as an information item in May and as an action item in June. For a review of the 2025-27 biennial budgets, please see the . For the 91爆料鈥檚 current requests for state funding, refer the .听

Resources for Researchers & Instructors

Inside AI at the 91爆料: A conversation with Noah Smith

In the first of a three-part interview series, Vice Provost Noah Smith discusses the of the . Faculty can become involved in AI@91爆料 by or by nominating a faculty member or themselves for the . Questions or ideas? .

Understanding Civil Rights employee course available beginning next week听

The Understanding Civil Rights employee course will be assigned next week to 91爆料 employees, including faculty and other academic personnel. The course, which must be completed between Jan. 13 and March 10,introduces the University鈥檚 civil rights policies and practices related to race, color, and national origin, and meets a key requirement under the University鈥檚 January 2025 resolution agreement with the U.S. Department of Education. Employees who are required to complete the course will be notified by the middle of next week through messages to their 91爆料 email and Workday inboxes.

Find shared research facilities and resources through new directory听

Internal researchers and external partners can find resources to support their work through the Office of Research鈥檚 new . Find a shared research facility, or make your own available by contacting Adam Wojno, assistant vice provost for shared research facilities, at wojno@uw.edu.听

REMINDER: Global Innovation Fund accepting applications now

is accepting applications for support for interdisciplinary research collaboration and global teaching and learning opportunities. 91爆料 faculty and staff may submit applications until the Jan. 31, 2026, deadline. Learn more from the 91爆料 Office of Global Affairs.

REMINDER: Open private funding opportunities for faculty, researchers

Faculty and researchers may from private sources for their research and programs through a dashboard developed by the .

Community

REMINDER: Nominate a student for the Husky 100 by Jan. 9

This spring, the who are making the most of their time at the 91爆料. This is a remarkable way to recognize 91爆料 students who are demonstrating the University鈥檚 innovative spirit and commitment to improving our world, and faculty and staff are invited to for the Husky 100 by Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Leadership

New 91爆料 chief financial officer announced

Jason Campbell is the University鈥檚 new the chief financial officer and senior vice president of finance, planning and budgeting, effective Jan. 1. Campbell, who joined the 91爆料 in 2017, had been serving as interim CFO and senior vice president since August.听

REMINDER: 91爆料 strategic planning

Get the latest on the 91爆料鈥檚 strategic planning efforts, an inclusive, community-informed process to develop a plan that will guide the University through 2030 鈥� one that is ambitious, rooted in the 91爆料鈥檚 distinctive capabilities and regional assets, and accessible to the public.听