UW Bothell Emergency Information

  • Attempted robbery near Commons Hall

    UPDATE 12:03 p.m.: Police unable to locate the suspect in the attempted robbery and have cleared the area.

    UPDATE 11:10 a.m.: Suspect was reportedly last seen heading toward North Creek Wetland.

    11:00 a.m.: Police are searching for a male in attempted robbery and attempted assault that occurred at approximately 10:50 a.m. near Commons Hall (UW2). Description: Mustache, beard, black hoodie, black hat, green backpack. Call 911 if seen.


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This is the emergency page for the University of Washington Bothell.  During an incident, information will be available here. Cascadia College students, faculty and staff please proceed to the Cascadia College emergency page for campus-specific information.


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Notification Schedule

Suspension decisions should be made prior to the following times, although unanticipated weather or emergency conditions may alter this schedule:

  • 5:00 AM: 
    Early morning classes from 8:00 – 11:00 AM.
  • 9:00 AM: 
    Mid-day classes from 11:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
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