The resolution honors Ana Mari Cauce, who was appointed as the 33rd President of the University of Washington (UW) on October 13, 2015, after serving as Interim President. Cauce has had a distinguished career at UW, holding various leadership roles including provost, dean, and department chair, and has been a faculty member since 1986. Throughout her nearly 40 years at the university, she has been a strong advocate for access to higher education, notably through initiatives like the Husky Promise, which provides full tuition to eligible Washington students. Cauce's academic credentials include a B.A. from the University of Miami and a Ph.D. from Yale University, and she has received numerous awards for her teaching, scholarship, and advocacy.

The resolution commends Cauce for her transformative leadership and contributions to the university, emphasizing her commitment to student experience, research, public service, and innovation. It acknowledges her role as a mentor to students and faculty, her collaborative relationships with other educational institutions, and her focus on supporting underrepresented minorities in STEM fields. As she enters her final year as president, the resolution expresses gratitude for her exemplary service to the University of Washington and the state of Washington, concluding with a spirited "Go Huskies!"