The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) recognized the University of Puget Sound for its nonpartisan democratic engagement efforts that fostered high levels of student voter engagement in the 2022 midterm elections. Puget Sound was awarded the 2022 Washington Campus Voting Challenge Gold Seal for having the highest registration rate among four-year institutions, reflecting its commitment to ensuring that nonpartisan democratic engagement is a defining feature of campus life.
Changes are coming to Universtiy of Puget Sound’s Dining & Event Services (DES) designed to enhance the dining experience and value for students and the campus community. From expanded menu options to innovative technology, these changes are a result of student feedback and a commitment to providing top-notch dining services.
The University of Puget Sound is one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduates according to The Princeton Review. The education services company profiles and recommends Puget Sound in the new edition of its annual college guide, The Best 390 Colleges: 2025 Edition.
In July, the University of Puget Sound closed the books on another successful fundraising year, celebrating $31.18 million in gifts and pledges—one of the biggest fundraising years in the university’s history. These gifts help the university continue to advance the ambitious goals of its 10-year strategic plan, Leadership for a Changing World, and further establish Puget Sound among the finest liberal arts institutions in the country.
The University of Puget Sound has received a $1 million gift from 1991 graduate Christi Offutt and the Offutt Family Foundation. This generous donation establishes the Offutt Family Foundation Endowed Fund for Women Athletes' success, with a focus on promoting wellness and leadership.
Tacoma, WA — University of Puget Sound is one of the nation's best colleges for students seeking a great education with excellent career preparation at a relatively affordable price, according to The Princeton Review®. The education services company named Puget Sound as one of its Best Value Colleges for 2024 on June 20.
The University of Puget Sound has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction for its strong undergraduate business program and exceptional career development program. This is a testament to Puget Sound's commitment to going beyond traditional education, fostering an active learning environment that prepares students for success in their chosen careers.
The University of Puget Sound is proud to announce that it has received a $3 million commitment from Robert C. Pohlad, Rebecca Pohlad, and Chris R. Pohlad ’07 to establish the Pohlad Family Scholarship. This gift will create opportunities for students to pursue their education at Puget Sound and make lasting impacts in their communities.
On a cloudy Saturday morning, the Washington Corrections Center for Women in Gig Harbor buzzed with an unusual air of celebration. The atmosphere inside the prison walls was energetic and hopeful as the University of Puget Sound and the Freedom Education Project Puget Sound (FEPPS) hosted an inaugural commencement ceremony, marking a historic moment for 10 incarcerated women who completed their Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies.
