Colleen Ferguson

Colleen Ferguson is an American educator serving as the first lady of Washington since 2025 as the wife of Governor Bob Ferguson.

Early life and education Ferguson grew up in Oregon and attended the University of Puget Sound, where she earned a degree in international relations and foreign languages. As part of her undergraduate studies, she spent a semester at the University of Alicante in Spain.

After graduation, Ferguson taught English in Japan before returning to the United States to pursue graduate studies. She earned a Master of Education at the University of Washington. Because she continues to work full-time, her public schedule as first lady is limited. She has emphasised education, global learning, and personal growth as areas of interest during her tenure. Ferguson has also expressed her commitment to encouraging Washingtonians to explore beyond their comfort zones and approach new experiences with openness.