Vandana Slatter Explained

Vandana Slatter
State House:Washington
District:48th
Alongside:Amy Walen
Term Start:January 5, 2017
Preceded:Patty Kuderer
Party:Democratic
Birth Date:[1]
Birth Place:Vanderhoof, British Columbia, Canada
Alma Mater:University of British Columbia (BS)
University of Washington (DPharm, MPA)
Children:1

Vandana Slatter (born 1964) is a Canadian-American politician, pharmacist, and scientist serving as a member of the Washington State House of Representatives from the 48th district.

Early life and education

Slatter was born in Vanderhoof, British Columbia, the daughter of Indian immigrants. Her father is a doctor.[2] Slatter earned a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy from the University of British Columbia, Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Washington, and Master of Public Administration from the Evans School of Public Policy and Governance.[3] While studying for her master's degree, Slatter worked in the office of U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell.

Career

Slatter worked as a clinical pharmacist for Amgen.[4] Slatter served on the city council of Bellevue, Washington. After Patty Kuderer was chosen to succeed Cyrus Habib, who had been elected Lieutenant Governor of Washington, in the Washington Senate, Slatter was chosen to succeed Kuderer in the Washington House.[5] [6]

Personal life

Slatter and her husband, Greg, have one son. After earning her bachelor's degree, Slatter and her husband moved to Michigan. Slatter became a U.S. citizen in 2001.[7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2017-2018 Legislative Manual. State of Washington. 2017. 2021-12-14.
  2. Web site: 2015-11-26. Vandana Slatter — First Indian American city councilmember in Bellevue has public service in her DNA. 2020-07-12. Northwest Asian Weekly. en-US.
  3. Web site: Biography – Vandana Slatter. 2020-07-12. en-US.
  4. Web site: The Times recommends: Vandana Slatter for Bellevue City Council Position No. 5. July 5, 2015. The Seattle Times. February 5, 2021.
  5. Web site: Slatter resigns from Bellevue City Council as she takes 48th District seat. Ryan. Murray. January 10, 2017. Bellevue Reporter. February 5, 2021.
  6. Web site: Bellevue Councilwoman Vandana Slatter Ascends To State House. January 6, 2017. Bellevue, WA Patch. February 5, 2021.
  7. Web site: 2015-11-09. Experienced Seattle Washington Immigration Attorney. 2020-07-12. Watson Immigration Law. en-US.