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Office and Team Contacts

Our three pillars—Faculty Affairs, Faculty Development, and Faculty Inclusive Excellence—work together to advance the University of Washington’s mission by supporting faculty growth, leadership, and contributions to knowledge. Meet the dedicated team members within each pillar who provide expert guidance, resources, and leadership to foster an inclusive and thriving academic community.

General Office Contacts
Faculty Affairs general inquiries: acadpers@uw.edu
Academic personnel leave requests: Find your leave specialist
Academic personnel data requests: HR Benefits, Analytics & Information Systems
Visa inquiries: acadvisa@uw.edu

Executive Leadership & Administrative Support

Fredrick Nafukho, Vice Provost for Academic Personnel & Faculty

Laura Hager, Assistant to the Vice Provost for Academic Personnel & Faculty

Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs

Academic Personnel & Faculty Affairs Operations

Kara Garcia, Assistant Director for Faculty Affairs Operations
206-685-4344

David Apelzin, Faculty Affairs Specialist

Kira Marshall, Faculty Affairs Specialist

International Scholars Operations

Ursula Elspeth Owen, ISO Manager
206-543-1545

Nicole Schwab, International Scholar Advisor
206-221-4618

Holly Schneidmiller, ISO Specialist
206-221-4661

Academic Personnel & Faculty Development

Susan Monusko, Business Analyst
206-685-4344

Sarah Frey, Faculty Development Strategic Support

Jon Davis, Senior Software Specialist
206-685-4344

James Washington, Senior Computer Specialist

Academic Personnel & Faculty Inclusive Excellence

Leyla Salmassi, Manager, Academic Personnel & Faculty Inclusive Excellence

Joyce Yen, Ph.D., Director, ADVANCE

Communications

Courtney Laguio, Assistant Director