Are Louisiana State University and the University of Washington both public institutions?
University of Washington The University of Washington (commonly referred to as UW, simply Washington, or informally "U-Dub") is a large, public flagship research university in Seattle, Washington, established in 1861.
Graduate and Professional Student Senate The University of Washington Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is the official student government for graduate and professional students at the University of Washington. GPSS is made up of two senators from each degree-granting department, four officers and several staff members. GPSS provides students with representation on the University's Seattle campus, in the state legislature, and in Congress. It also acts as a resource center and funds graduate programming.