OFFICE OF MINORITY AFFAIRS & DIVERSITY'S
55TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION GALA
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 2026, 5:00 - 8:00 P.M.

UW Husky Union Building Ballroom
4001 East Stevens Way, Seattle

JOIN US FOR AN INSPIRATIONAL EVENING
HONORING LEADERSHIP, COMMUNITY AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE!

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OMA&D’s Annual Celebration Gala is the University of Washington’s premier event honoring leadership, community, and the transformative power of educational access.

The evening brings together campus and community partners, Tribal Nations, and civic leaders who are united in their commitment to academic equity and student success.

Our program will include remarks from university leadership, inspiring stories of academic excellence and the presentation of the Charles E. Odegaard Award, the University’s highest recognition of leadership in diversity, equity and inclusion. The 2026 Charles E. Odegaard Award will be presented to UW President Emeritus Dr. Ana Mari Cauce in recognition of her transformational leadership and commitment to academic equity.

Guests will enjoy a plated dinner, live music, and a dynamic Raise-the-Paddle program, offering meaningful opportunities to invest directly in student success and the Educational Opportunity Program.

Suggested Attire: Business or business casual.
Advance tickets are required.

Celebration is presented by the Friends of Educational Opportunity Program Board of Trustees

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