what we do

Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good is a presidential membership organization for higher education institutions in Washington state.

our Mission

Washington Campus Coalition for the Public Good is a network of higher education institutions committed to advancing the public purpose of colleges and universities, educating students for the workforce and civic leadership, and working in partnership to cultivate vital and sustainable communities. 

Our Values

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    Mutually Beneficial Partnerships

    The Coalition values the co-construction of partnerships through collaborative processes, commitment and learning that lead to shared welfare, interests and outcomes.

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    Civic Development

    The Coalition values fostering critical thinking, constructive dialogue across differences and ethical engagement with communities. 

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    Healthy Communities

    The Coalition values building healthy communities where basic needs are met, lived experiences and wisdom are valued, a culture of belonging is extended to all individuals and communities are empowered to meet their collective needs. 

FUNDING

Washington Campus Coalition seeks funding in support of the efforts of its network of member campuses, their students, faculty, staff and administrators and the communities where we live and learn. Funding opportunities are announced regularly and requests for proposals made available via our newsletter, website and outreach to key stakeholders.

EVENTS

Washington Campus Coalition routinely hosts events for member campuses and higher education stakeholders in our state and region. These events include webinars, workshops, awards ceremonies, and conferences. 

ADVOCACY

The Coalition advocates in partnership with its members for the value and role of higher education in our state and region. This includes convening dialogue, communicating with elected officials and funders, and sharing data, resources, and impacts. The Coalition aims to increase access, share resources, expand cross-institution collaboration, and tell the story of the higher education ecosystem in Washington state and beyond. 

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