Mission
We reach, connect and celebrate alumni and friends of the University of Washington Tacoma to build lifelong relationships, and to support the University's mission.
Vision
The vision of the UWTAC is to be the core of an active UW Tacoma alumni community providing opportunities for lasting engagement, collaboration and networking while supporting the mission, vision and goals of UW Tacoma.
Council Leadership
| Position | Name | Class of | Degree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair Emeritus | Mr. Jean-Paul Willynck | 2009 | Urban Studies (BA) |
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Chair Emeritus |
Mr. Rai Nauman Mumtaz |
2007, 2010 |
SIAS – Environmental Science |
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Chair |
Mr. Joseph Franco |
2013 |
SIAS - Politics, Philosophy, and Economics |
| Vice Chair | Mr. Wes Bailey | 2013 | Milgard School of Business (MBA) |
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Secretary |
Ms. Chana Lawson |
2007 |
SIAS - Self and Society |
|
UWAA Rep |
Mr. Joe Davis II |
2016 |
SIAS – Environmental Science |
|
UW Tacoma Alumni Relations Officer |
Mr. Thomas Duke |
2005 |
SIAS – Arts, Media & Culture |
|
Chair - Service Committee |
vacant |
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Vice Chair – Service Committee |
vacant |
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Chair – Advocacy Committee |
Ms. Megan Nation |
2014 |
SIAS - Politics, Philosophy, and Economics |
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Vice Chair – Advocacy Committee |
Ms. Jocelyn Patterson |
2016 |
SIAS - Politics, Philosophy, and Economics |
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Chair - Social Committee |
Mr. Jerrol Anonuevo |
2014 |
SIAS – Communication |
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Vice Chair - Social Committee |
Mr. Zvon Casanova |
2016 |
SIAS – Communication |
| Campaign Liaison | Ms. Nancy Draper | 2000 | Liberal Studies – American Studies |
| Communications Manager | Ms. Rebecca Rosario | 2013 | Milgard School of Business – Marketing |
| Student Representative | vacant |
Eligibility for Council Membership
Every graduate and recipient of a degree or certificate from UW Tacoma is eligible for membership in the UWTAC. Currently enrolled students of UW Tacoma are eligible to participate in specific student assigned roles on the Council. Alumni, students, former students, faculty, staff, friends, donors and their families are encouraged to take part in UWTAC activities and events.
Members and officers of the Council shall be accepted and chosen without discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ability, race, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation or religion.
UW Tacoma Service Committee
The UW Tacoma Alumni Council Service Committee will promote ongoing partnerships for the purpose of applying a collective vision for the benefit of UW Tacoma alumni, faculty, staff, and students. The goal will be to be to show community impact by engaging any and all members of the greater UW Tacoma family. The methods used will be to provide opportunities for involvement to include service projects, mentoring relationships, resource sharing, and community outreach.
UW Tacoma Social Committee
The UW Tacoma Alumni Council Social Committee is dedicated to creating connections. Our goal is to build and foster meaningful relationships with UW Tacoma alumni through events that create memorable experiences, traditions, and strengthens our alumni community.
UW Tacoma Advocacy Committee
The UW Tacoma Alumni Council Advocacy Committee aims to encourage work between alumni, multiple levels of government, and public bodies regarding the development of the university in support of higher education.
Are you interested in joining our Council?
We are always looking for new members! Contact Thomas Duke, Alumni Relations Officer for more information.