Aleta is a Seattle native and UW alumna, who has over 25 years of administrative experience in government, non-profit and academic settings. She has lived and worked in several other states, but feels the Pacific Northwest is of one of the best places on earth to live. She supports and works on an array of activities on behalf of the greater good and especially enjoys teamwork.  She spends leisure time hiking, gardening, reading, learning guitar and piano, traveling when possible, and maintaining ties with friends and family.