History of the office
The Office of the Chancellor has evolved over time as the UW Bothell campus has grown and developed, becoming a full four-year institution committed to providing educational access to residents of the Eastside and Northern Puget Sound.
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Kristin G. Esterberg
2021-Current
Chancellor
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Bjong Wolf Yeigh
2013-2021
Chancellor
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Kenyon S. Chan
2007-2013
Chancellor
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Steven G. Olswang
2005-2007
Interim Chancellor
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Warren W. Buck
1999-2005
Chancellor and Dean
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Stanley F. Slater
1998-1999
Acting Chancellor and Dean
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Norman J. Rose
1994-1998
Dean and Vice Provost
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John P. Keating
1990-1994
Dean of the UW Branch Campuses and Vice Provost
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Donna H. Kerr
1989-1990
Director of Branch Campus Planning and Dean of the UW Branch Campuses