Government Relations

Supporting our mission

Government and Community Relations staff advocates for the University of Washington Bothell wherever and whenever the University is affected by local, state or national legislation.

To promote legislation and decision-making that supports our overall mission, we:

  • Develop collaborative partnerships with business, municipal and economic development agencies;
  • Build strong relationships with surrounding community, city and civic organizations, with emphasis on the region from Mount Vernon to Bellevue and beyond; and
  • Advise our chancellor and other administrators on legislative strategy, and keep the UW Bothell community abreast of those legislative matters affecting higher education.

Get informed

Use these resources to learn more about your community and government:

Get engaged

Use these resources to become more engaged in your community and government:

Additional resources

Innovation Partnership Zone

We are proud to be an active partner in the Innovation Partnership Zone program administered by the City of Bothell.

Learn more about us

Ryan McIrvin
Assistant Director of Government & Community Relations
Office: 425.352.5051
Cell: 206.960.6784
mcirvinr@uw.edu