Susan Griffith
Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences, and a minor in History from the University of Washington
Susan J. Griffith graduated from the University of Washington in June 2012 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences, and a minor in History. A lifetime learner, she has enjoyed taking classes on and off since 1979. Born and raised in Seattle, she works full time at the Port of Seattle, enjoys time with friends and family, and especially her grandsons, Nathan and Reeve.
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