Nothing is more important than the people in our lives, and Valentine’s Day is the perfect reminder to celebrate those we love. Whether it’s your significant other or your best friend, your mom or your dog, tell us about your Valentine for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate to Fran’s Chocolate. We’ll randomly [...]

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Seattle is home to classical, modern, and contemporary art from around the world, but have you explored all the art right here on campus? Henry Art Gallery, located on 15th Ave NE & 41st St, is an active part of the UW’s cultural landscape and is FREE for University faculty and staff. One of the [...]

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I’m a writer in HR Marketing & Communications where I report on different programs and initiatives here at the U. One of my favorite subjects is the UW Combined Fund Drive because I love to be a part of the spirit of giving and to ride the wave that brings positive change to the world. [...]

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“Success isn’t how far you got, but the distance you traveled from where you started.” – Steve “Pre” Prefontaine Many choose to train for half or full marathons to lose weight, get back in shape, or raise money for their favorite charity. Others love the distance, are hooked to the training, and make these races [...]

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Maintaining a healthy diet can be a challenge in itself — and on a college campus, where office candy jars seem to lurk around every corner and student-fueling sugar and caffeine are everywhere  – it can be even tougher. But there are a few gems in and around University of Washington’s Tacoma campus that can [...]

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Did you know that the University of Washington is one of the world’s leaders in interior mapping? I didn’t, until I spoke with Aaron Cheuvront at the Capital Projects Office. He has been working for over a decade to bring University floor plans into the computer age, and he has cutting edge ideas for how [...]

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February can be a little dark in Seattle. What better way to feel festive than with some books, some beer, some notable graphic novels, and even some live music? February is an excellent month for fans of music and fiction, as we host the one and only Roddy Doyle. If you loved the book—and the [...]

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I have the best carpool partner in the world. This is based largely on the fact that she brings me Starbucks every morning. On the days when I’m not the driver, I can kick back with my coffee and play DJ with the stereo. Whether my friend and I are in the mood for a [...]

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It’s hard to believe, but Valentine’s Day is only a week away! Are you still looking for a treat for your loved one—or for yourself? Why not go for an experience instead of giving stuff? Research on happiness shows that new things give us a quick jolt, but the joy quickly wears off because we [...]

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Fruits and vegetables are superstars of the nutrition world. They provide a significant amount of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and water in our diet. Each of these is important for a healthy body and an active life. High consumption of fruits and vegetables has even been shown to decrease risk for chronic diseases including coronary heart [...]

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I couldn’t believe my eyes walking out onto the field during my tour. First built in 1920, with a capacity of 30,000, its been renovated to seat over 70,000 fans. Everything is so new and bright. I could feel the energy for athletics. Looking out from the seats I could see Lake Washington, the cascading [...]

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Caption: Every 3-4 months (in conjunction with tripod/instrument maintenance), Emily Eidam, Graduate Student from the UW School of Oceanography, surveys the water and seabed offshore of the river mouth. The device in the background of this photo is a “Shipek,” which is basically a spring-loaded shovel that collects a handful of sediment from the seabed. [...]

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