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The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ & the World Cup

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ is proud to be a Host City Supporter of the World Cup. As our region’s innovation and discovery engine, the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ advances education, research and solutions that improve lives across the Pacific Northwest and the world. As people from around the globe come to Washington for the World Cup, we welcome leaders, fans and communities to join us in shaping a future defined by shared prosperity and well‑being.

Husky connections to this global event

Career kickoff

Portrait of Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ student Nikki Susanto with Seattle Stadium in the background.

From a skyline spot near the stadium, recent Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ Bothell graduate Nikki Susanto caught World Cup fever — and gained valuable media career experience in the process.

Read Nikki's story

The World Cup comes to Montlake

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino holds up a custom 5 Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ jersey and poses for photo with Dubs the Husky mascot

Husky Soccer Stadium hosted training sessions for Team USA ahead of their match in Seattle, capped by a visit from Dubs and a custom jersey for USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino.

See photos from Team USA on campus

Helping protect Seattle during the World Cup

Graduate students Rahma Iqbal and Maddie Ediger share their experiences on the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ School of Public Health SEAL team.

Graduate students Rahma Iqbal and Maddie Ediger share how real-time disease monitoring supported public health during one of Seattle’s biggest global events.

From the White House to the World Cup

Alumna Hanna Tadessa stands behind a podium with the Seattle 26 FIFA logo

Alumna Hana Tadesse, ’18, is shaping Seattle’s World Cup story after saying yes to early-career opportunities.

Cristian Roldan’s Husky roots run deep

Cristian Roldan in his Team USA Kit and a picture of him as a young player at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ.

Before he became a U.S. World Cup midfielder, Cristian Roldan made his mark at the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, where his path from college standout to global stage began.

Read about his Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ story

Beacons in the SEA

Sea Beacon sculpture

As Seattle welcomes global visitors for the FIFA 2026 Men’s World Cup, these alumni-owned businesses shine a welcoming light.

Welcome from the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ president

This is an exciting time for the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, Seattle and our state. As a Host City Supporter of the World Cup, the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ is partnering with businesses, organizations and community leaders to welcome the world to our region — and Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ students, faculty and staff are participating in this experience of global scale.

As one of the nation’s great sports cities, Seattle understands the power of sports to connect people across cultures. The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ helps shape the Pacific Northwest by advancing knowledge, driving innovation and fostering a more inclusive, connected future — and we look forward to ensuring this moment delivers lasting benefit for our region and the people we serve.

— President Robert J. Jones

Portrait of Dr. Jones holding a soccer ball.

Support educational access for Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ students

As a SeattleFWC2026 Host City Supporter, the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ invites you to our dedicated Selfless Station, designed by a local artist — take a selfie and support the Husky Promise and other programs that make a Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ education accessible for Washington students.

Explore giving opportunities

Featured events and activities

Mark your calendar for all the exciting events related to the World Cup.

World Cup Seattle logo

The World (Cup) comes to Seattle

Join a series of online talks hosted by the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ’s Global Sport Lab, featuring experts discussing the World Cup’s impact on Seattle, geopolitics and the sporting world.

The Husky Shop Pop-Up

Visit University Book Store’s Husky Shop Pop-Up downtown to score the best Husky gear. Show your purple pride as we welcome the world to the World Cup!

What to know during the World Cup

FAQs about visiting the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ, getting around campus, snagging tickets, and what to expect while Seattle hosts the World Cup.

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Explore the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ

The Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ includes campuses in Seattle, Bothell and Tacoma, as well as a world-class medical center serving the state and the region. Each year, the Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµ inspires more than 60,000 students to learn from renowned experts in their fields. As a “best buyâ€� public university, our goal is to make higher education accessible for all.