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Keep learning.

2013

University of Washington Educational Outreach is entering into a

dynamic period. As this UWEO Year in Review 2013 goes to press, I

am preparing for my retirement after 30 years of serving this

organi-zation, the University of Washington and the community. With very

mixed emotions, I will leave my friends and colleagues at the UW

who have made UWEO so successful. Together, we have charted and

experienced three decades of tremendous growth and significant

innovations, which have met the needs of today’s students through

UW Professional & Continuing Education.

Working with a wide group of outstanding university leaders and colleagues, faculty, community partners, staff, advisory board members and instructors, we have more than doubled the reach of the UW as a whole. Our many programs have increased access and improved the affordability of education for thousands of diverse students who continue their education through flexible programs offered in the evenings, on weekends and online. During the last 20 years (1993–1994 to 2012–2013), we have attracted more than 1.4 million enrollments in UWEO pro-grams and today serve more than 49,000 students annually.

Over the years, we have developed hundreds of creative ways to educate students throughout the world: certificate programs for nontraditional students; fee-based degrees; programs in Abu Dhabi; online learning and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs); programs for Boeing, Microsoft and Pearson/Prentice Hall; multi-universi-ty collaborations; expanded English language programs for international students; degree completion for undergraduates in the evening and online; programs for young children, teens, high school students, working adults and seniors; and so much more.

We have increased access to the UW for more than a century. Today, a quick snapshot of our offerings reveals the many ways we reach all kinds of students locally, regionally, nationally and across the globe:

• 130 certificate programs, including 41 online • 75 master’s degrees, including 17 online

• UW Undergraduate Degree Completion, including evening and online bachelor’s degrees • UW Online

• UW in the High School • UW Summer Youth • UW Summer Quarter

• UW International & English Language Programs

• MOOCs on Coursera, edX, OpenUW and ASG, reaching a global audience of more than one million additional enrollments

• Collaborations with other universities, corporations and international partners • Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the UW

• UW Conference Services

As my retirement looms and a new chapter for UWEO begins, I cherish memories of the partnerships we have forged, the many new programs we have launched and the thousands of students we have taught during the past three decades. I will miss your imaginative ideas for new courses, programs and models for education in the 21st century.

I’d like to thank our many campus partners and our corporate, state, federal and international supporters who help to shape our offerings every year, as well as our dedicated staff members, instructors and advisory board members. Our collective legacy is UW Educational Outreach, and our reach is global.

I look forward to seeing how your passions, talents and expertise will continue to shape UWEO offerings and create new possibilities in the future!

Many thanks, Dave Szatmary

Since our inception in 1912, our mission has been to provide broad access to and to expand UW educational programs by serving the needs of diverse, global communities of learners through innovative, transformational programs. We fulfill this mission by fostering partnerships across campus, throughout the region and around the globe to develop programs that meet the professional and continuing education needs of our community.

A Gateway to the University of Washington

Today, Educational Outreach is making the incredible resources of the University of Washington available to some 49,000 students each year, most are working adults over the age of 25. UWEO offers credit and noncredit courses; summer, evening and weekend options; distance learning opportunities; programs for international students and free online courses. Programs and events cater to a wide range of students, from youth to people over 80. These activities underline UWEO’s commitment to serving diverse communities of lifelong learners. All programs administered by UW Educational Outreach are fee based (rather than state funded) and self sustaining. This allows us to provide programs that could not otherwise be offered.

Meeting the Demand for Adult Access to Higher Education

As work lifespans lengthen, and as fields change, more people seek additional knowledge and skills through advanced degrees, certificate programs and individual courses. Lifelong learning has never been more important. For some, continuing education is a vehicle for refreshing their skills and staying current. For others, it means advancing a career or exploring an entirely new field. Whatever the need, UWEO’s expanding portfolio of programs allows professionals to realize their potential and live out their dreams.

Educational Outreach:

A Legacy

of

Lifelong Learning

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Students line up to register for classes in spring of 1948. Extension courses were priced at $4 per credit hour.

“The real purpose of Extension Service,”

service director Harry Edwin Smith told the

reporter, “is to take care of people who can’t

leave their work and come to the university

during the daytime.”

UW Professional & Continuing Education anticipates the evolving educational needs of today’s professionals and understands the unique challenges of balancing school with family, careers and other obligations.

Graduate Degree Programs

From biotechnology to museology, UWPCE’s wide array of graduate programs are designed for busy adults looking to boost their knowledge and gain the advanced expertise needed for employment.

Through UWPCE, adult learners can choose from more than 79 degrees across dozens of subject areas, many of them interdisciplinary in nature. Flexible formats, including part-time, evening, online and weekend options, are ideal for working professionals with obligations during the day.

Campus partners offer graduate programs through UWPCE because:

• We specialize in programs for working professionals and nontraditional students.

• We offer market research services to assess demand and provide audience insights.

• We provide a staff of experienced academic program and marketing managers dedicated to the success of each program.

• We provide comprehensive financial and administrative support.

• We return all net revenue to the academic unit.

Undergraduate Degree Completion

For more than 20 years, students who work or have other commitments during the day have counted on the UW self-sustaining undergraduate degree programs to help them finish their degrees.

Since its inception in 1990, the Under-graduate Evening Degree Completion program has graduated more than 2,896 students.

Through the Evening Degree program, students can earn a Bachelor of Arts in English, Communications or Social Studies, or earn a Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Health Information Management.

Launched in fall 2012, the UW Bothell business program is specifically designed for students already employed who need to earn a bachelor’s degree and strengthen critical business skills for their job.

UW Professional & Continuing Education

Enrollment 28,881

Head Count 5,133

FTE 3,206 SUMMER 2012 – SPRING 2013 FEE-BASED DEGREE PROGRAMS

Enrollment 10,970 Head Count 4,563 FTE 184 SUMMER 2012 – SPRING 2013 CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Certificate Programs

Through UWPCE, professionals seeking a career change, career advancement or the development of personal interests can choose from more than 130 cert-ificate programs. Spanning more than 75 fields of study, these programs are designed to meet the needs of working adults. Ongoing oversight by advisory boards made up of industry professionals and UW faculty keeps programs relevant, cutting edge and practical. UWPCE works with our university partners and program advisory boards to select instructors who are top industry professionals. We look for engaging teachers who understand the needs of adult learners and who bring important knowledge about the latest developments in their field.

The benefits of taking a certificate program include:

• The in-depth study of a particular subject through 90+ hours of instruction.

• Tightly integrated programs designed for completion in six to nine months. • Schedules designed to fit busy lives,

with classes primarily in the evenings, on weekends and online.

• An emphasis on practical, real-world knowledge that is immediately applicable on the job.

• A variety of project-based courses to choose from, depending on your area of study, some of which offer preparation for industry certification. • The ability for all qualified applicants

to enroll without having to be admitted to the UW.

• Opportunities for networking with fellow students and instructors. • Earning a valued academic credential

TOP COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

IN 2012–2013

(NO. OF sTudENTs)

Study Abroad Programs for

International Students

UWEO has helped position the university as a top destination for international students and professionals looking for the perfect blend of English language study, academic content and rich cultural immer-sion. Since its introduction, UW International & English Language Programs has grown into one of our most vital programs.

During the 2012–2013 academic year, 2,563 students enrolled in intensive English certificates, internships, short courses and academic English classes. The students who enrolled came from more than 40 countries.

Accelerated Intensive English Program

A-IEP is designed for foreign students who qualify for admission to UW Bothell academically but lack the English proficiency (as determined by the TOEFL iBT exam) needed at the university level. Highly committed students learn as much English in six months of instruction as they would ordinarily learn in nine months, putting them on the fast track to matriculate to UW Bothell.

Customized Group Programs and Services

IELP has forged relationships with top Chinese and Japanese universities, including Waseda University, Ritsumeikan University and Zhejiang University, to name a few. Over the years, we’ve formed specialized study abroad programs together so foreign students can experience life at an American university while earning credits to graduate on time once back home.

English for International Professionals

IELP’s intensive certificate programs help international professionals refine their business English skills and become

acclimated to U.S. business practices. Qualified visiting professionals can even intern for a Seattle-based company — in collaboration with IELP — and get hands-on experience in the American workplace.

Enrollment 8,792

Head Count 2,563

SUMMER 2012 – SPRING 2013

More Continuing Education Programs

Summer Youth

These popular programs for elementary, middle school and high school students blend fun with focused intellectual exploration. Each year approximately 1,300 young people enjoy the vast resources of the UW.

UW in the High School

This nationally recognized program reaches more than 4,200 high school students in 92 schools throughout Washington with courses in English composition, history, mathematics, psychology, the sciences and world languages. Students complete UW courses for dual UW and high school credit in their own classrooms with their own teachers who work with UW academic liaisons.

Early Fall Start

UWEO works with the College of Arts & Sciences to administer Early Fall Start, a month-long inten-sive program to prepare incoming freshmen for the rigors of university life. Discovery Seminars are held on special topics emphasizing interdisciplinary study and focused inquiry. Writing workshops help new students gain university-level experience.

Free Online Courses (Open UW)

As a service to the community, 16 online mini-courses on topics ranging from history to nutrition are available through Open UW free of charge. In the 2012–2013 academic year 3,007 students accessed this free resource.

Community Access

to Undergraduate Classes

We make it possible for anyone to take courses and earn credit at the UW without applying for admission to the university or enrolling in a degree program. Through Non-Degree Enrollment, students may select from a wide range of UW classes on a space-available basis throughout the year. These programs provide UW access for those who want to fulfill admission requirements, prepare for graduate school, explore a field of study or gain new skills for career advancement.

Osher Lifelong Learning

Institute at the UW

Osher is a grant-backed program for adults over the age of 50. Participants can take noncredit courses at a discounted rate. More than 800 members select from a range of courses offered each quarter at locations in Seattle and Everett and at Trilogy at Redmond Ridge.

UW Summer Quarter

In partnership with UW academic units, UW Educational Outreach administers summer quarter on three campuses — one of the largest university summer programs in the nation. Students may choose from among more than 2,000 courses in approximately 100 fields of study. These include special one-time opportunities and courses not available at any other time of the year. Examples are intensive language courses and studies in the field.

In administering Summer Quarter, UW Educational Outreach helps the university to increase community access. Summer Quarter classes are open to all qualified students without formal admission in a degree program. They’re an opportunity to fulfill college requirements, prepare for graduate school or explore an interest in a field of study.

Community Partners

UWEO creates partnerships with corporations, government and other organizations, such as Boeing, Microsoft and the State of Washington, to develop and offer educational opportunities that meet their workforce development needs. Classes are held onsite, online or at UW facilities; they emphasize real-world knowledge and practical skills for immediate application on the job.

Additionally, the UW provides national leadership in online education by coordinating two national consortia, which partner to improve online learning: R1Edu and ASG.

R1Edu is a group of 35 leading research institutions that are members of the prestigious Association of American Universities.

ASG has 12 university members, who collaborate to develop and deliver online programs. Partnering together, these institutions offer joint certificate programs and set benchmarks to create new innovations in online learning. For example, UW joined with three other ASG institutions to create and offer an online certificate in decision making for climate change, the first collaborative online certificate program in the country. Successful students can receive a joint credential from the four partnering institutions.

Fulfilling our Mission

Through Partnerships

UW Academic Partners

By partnering with UW colleges, schools and departments to administer self-sus-taining, fee-based degrees, certificate programs, workshops and conferences, UWEO helps the university launch programs that would not otherwise be de-livered easily. We can customize or create new offerings to fit the needs of the part-ner organization in as little as six months, depending on the approval process. Some of our capabilities are unique to the university. The market research unit, for example, helps refine and define our program offerings with market-driven data, meeting industry demands and anticipating future needs.

The sheer number of degree programs administered by UWEO — 79 and counting — translates to added efficiency and value for our academic partners. Our flexible suite of services includes risk mitigation management, market research and analysis, budget modeling and budget development, activity-based financial accounting, program management and reporting, recruitment, advising and registration.

Advisory Boards

For each of our more than 130 certificate programs, UWEO recruits an advisory board of 15−20 top industry professionals, approximately 800 in total, in addition to faculty from the sponsoring UW campuses, schools, colleges and

departments. This combined industry and academic expertise shapes programs to be current, relevant and cutting edge. Advisory boards contribute on many levels by:

• Providing input about professional education needs in their industries. • Identifying student audiences and

establishing admission standards. • Advising on curriculum development. • Reviewing student applications. • Nominating instructors.

• Providing ongoing program review and guidance.

Summary

UW Educational Outreach has increased access to the UW since 1912. Today, UWEO serves more than 49,000 students each year. Revenue generated from the self-sustaining programs it administers is returned to the Univeristy of Washington.

For the 2012−2013 academic year, the amount of revenue returned to the UW was $58.2 million, a nearly 7% increase from the year previous. In addition to revenue for the university, $22.5 million in UW faculty salaries were supported by self-sustaining programs administered by UW Educational Outreach in 2012−2013. ENROLLMENT SUMMER 2012 – SPRING 2013 STUDENTS SERvED Certificate Programs* 10,970 4,563 degrees 28,881 5,133 stand-Alone Courses** 22,881 14,718 summer Quarter 31,627 13,515 Community (shared) 4,242 1,682 Access Courses Other*** 8,241 8,056 Total 106,842 47,667

*Includes certificate programs designed for an international audience **Includes a wide range of fee-based courses administered by UWEO (English Language/ESL, Osher, Summer Youth, Early Fall Start, Online Pilot etc.) *** Includes open enrollment and conferences

60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 REvENUE RETURNED TO Uw FROM UwEO (IN MILLIONS)

2012 2013 54.2 58.2 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 Uw GROSS REvENUE (IN MILLIONS) 2012 2013 131.1 148.6