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This resolution honors Ana Mari Cauce, the 33rd President of the University of Washington, by recognizing her significant contributions to higher education and her groundbreaking leadership. The resolution highlights Cauce's extensive career at the University of Washington, where she has served in numerous roles since 1986, including as Interim President before becoming the permanent president in 2015. It emphasizes her commitment to access to higher education, particularly through programs like the Husky Promise, which provides full tuition to eligible Washington students. The resolution celebrates her background as a Cuban immigrant, her academic achievements, and her numerous professional awards, including recognition from the American Psychological Association and election to prestigious academic institutions like the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the National Academy of Medicine. It also acknowledges her research focus on adolescent development, her advocacy for women and underrepresented minorities in STEM fields, and her leadership in advancing the University of Washington's mission across four key areas: transformative student experience, cutting-edge research, public service, and innovation. The resolution commends Cauce in her final year as president and expresses sincere thanks for her exemplary service to the university and the state of Washington.

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