Impact
Since 1891, CWU has shaped Washington.
CWU’s commitment to Washington has been rooted in service and responsiveness for over 130 years. The Impact pillar represents further strategic investment in the programs Washington needs most, multiplying CWU's reach across every community. These aren't just jobs. They are the foundation of thriving towns and healthy families across Washington.
Why It Matters Now
- Washington faces critical shortages in teachers, healthcare and mental health workers, and skilled professionals essential to rural and underserved communities.
- CWU produces highly trained professionals in the fields Washington needs most, from classrooms and clinics to construction sites and counseling centers.
- Strategic investment in CWU programs directly addresses the gaps keeping Washington's communities from reaching their full potential.
Building Washington's Workforce
Health Sciences
Washington's healthcare system depends on a steady pipeline of skilled, compassionate professionals. The Futures Campaign expands and diversifies CWU's health sciences programs, with targeted investment in rural healthcare and mental health counseling to address the state's most critical workforce gaps.
STEM Excellence
Washington's economy runs on innovation. The Futures Campaign strengthens CWU's STEM pipeline, diversifies STEM careers, and expands access to STEM experiences for every student—preparing the next generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists Washington's industries need.
Rural and Community Impact
Washington's small towns and regional economies depend on graduates who choose to stay and serve. The Futures Campaign invests in programs that prepare graduates for careers in rural education, skilled trades, and industries essential to the communities that define Washington's character.
Building the Conditions for Student Success
Financial Planning and Well-Being
Financial literacy is a foundation for lifelong stability. The Futures Campaign prepares the next generation of financial advisors and counselors while supporting young adult financial literacy—equipping students with the tools to build secure futures for themselves and the clients they will serve.
First Generation Student Success Center
First-generation students arrive at CWU ready to build their futures. The Futures Campaign invests in a dedicated hub connecting first-generation students to the resources, mentorship, and community they need to persist, graduate, and thrive.
Campus and Program Infrastructure
Transformative learning requires the right environment. The Futures Campaign invests in the facilities and spaces that make exceptional education possible, creating places where students and faculty do their best work.
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