Dr. Annie Searle

Associate Professor

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Biography

Annie Searle is an Associate Teaching Professor Emeritus at the University of Washington's Information School, specializing in Ethics, Information Technology, and Operational Risk. Throughout her career, she has served in various influential roles, including as a senior executive at Washington Mutual, where she was responsible for enterprise risk services. Searle's significant contributions include authorship of the 2007 Blue Ribbon Commission Mega-Catastrophes Report and participation in critical infrastructure protection discussions, notably addressing pandemic readiness within the U.S. financial sector. With a deep interest in cybersecurity, Searle contributed to initiatives at the Jackson School of International Studies and served on FEMA’s supply chain efforts. An award-winning educator, she was recognized with the 2019 iSchool TEACH Award and was a nominee for the UW's 2020 Distinguished Teaching Award. Searle also authored 'Risk Reconsidered' and 'Advice Risk Detective', and has edited multiple collections of research notes from UW students. Her extensive experience spans public television, technology, and banking, and she maintains a strong presence in professional organizations, including ISACA and the Global Association of Risk Professionals.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Washington

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:105
Overall
Required:105
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes

Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.