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We're bound for tomorrow, together.
Every new chapter begins with you.

The next chapter in the story of Puget Sound begins now. Every contribution—of ideas and imagination, of time, energy and resources—is an essential step in the journey of a transformative institution. Your participation—as an alumnus, a student, a parent, a friend—has tangible power.

Your gifts help us write the next chapter in the Puget Sound story. They move our community forward in tangible, inspiring, lasting ways. In the end, Puget Sound is a shared enterprise, a community endeavor. We all pitch in, we all give in some way, and everyone benefits.

  • 100%

    of Puget Sound students receive merit or need-based financial aid
  • 1,300

    alumni volunteers that mentor students, plan events, & raise funds for financial aid
  • 486,384

    dollars raised in this year's Logger Day Challenge
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Your Gifts at Work

Chloe Brew '21

Chlöe Brew ’21 explores ancient gender roles and power structures with the help of two very different Greek goddesses.

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Professor Seth Weinberger

Five questions with Seth Weinberger, professor of politics and government

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2024 Lillis Scholars Lina McDonald of Bend, Oregon, and Grace Shirley of Castle Rock, Colorado

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce Lina McDonald of Bend, Oregon, and Grace Shirley of Castle Rock, Colorado, as the recipients of the Lillis Scholarship, one of the university’s most distinguished honors for incoming students in the class of 2028.

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Professor Dan Burgard and President Isiaah Crawford

Nationally recognized researcher receives prestigious Swanson Scientific Award at annual conference.

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2024 Matelich Scholars Esther Mosaku of Abule-Egbe, Nigeria and Bryce Kirk of Sedona, Arizona

The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce incoming students Bryce Kirk of Sedona, Arizona, and Esther Mosaku of Abule-Egbe, Nigeria, as the two newest recipients of the prestigious Matelich Scholarship for the Class of 2028.

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Professor Sara Freeman '05

As a theater historian, Sara Freeman ’95 studies the intersection of art, politics, and gender through the lens of contemporary theater companies. 

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Students walking on the Puget Sound campus

President's Annual Report 2021–22

A Place to Change the World

Whether helping low-income Tacoma residents access health care or studying endangered birds, Loggers are committed to making the world a better place. See how students and faculty at Puget Sound positively impact their communities in this year's President’s Annual Report. Thank you for all you do to support our mission to offer a high-quality liberal arts and sciences education that changes lives and ultimately changes the world.

See the full report