Seasonal fruits and veggies are rolling in to our neighborhood markets. It’s time to diversify our diets with the richness of the season. We all know eating a variety of foods is best, and with so much to choose from as summer approaches, getting this nutritional boost and balance is easier to achieve. I always [...]

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The Recreation program at the University of Washington Bothell has been growing rapidly over the past two years. With the introduction of the Sports and Recreation Complex and a new Fitness Center location, program offerings have exploded! As of Fall 2013, UWB Faculty and Staff are able to purchase a $35 quarterly Rec Pass that [...]

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage (AAPI) Month is a celebration of the culture, traditions, and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States. At the UW, we are excited to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month through several campus and community events. No Longer Invisible: What does it mean to be Asian American [...]

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The year was 1985. “Back to the Future” (the first one) was popular at the movies. “Grunge” had just emerged on the Seattle music scene. A loaf of bread cost 55 cents. And a small group of faculty, staff, and students gathered in a classroom in the UW Social Work building clad in leotards, sweat [...]

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Are you on a quest to keep your body strong and healthy? The Whole U is here to help with the Summer of FUNction fitness challenge. Join a team and get ready to eat healthy, fit fitness into your day in unexpected ways, and find new ways to make your quest fun.  This challenge begins on [...]

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I grew up in the Pacific Northwest. While I’ve traveled and love places that are outside of Washington, I’m proud to call this area home. My mom lives in Tacoma so I get to see her often and when I visit her we go to TAM, the Washington State History Museum, and the Museum of [...]

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The incidence of celiac disease has doubled in recent years. According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 2 million Americans have celiac disease. Individuals who are diagnosed with celiac disease are required to strictly follow a gluten-free diet. What exactly is celiac disease? It’s an autoimmune disease that leads to an intolerance of [...]

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One of my favorite jobs of all time is being a mom. It is a hard job, but so rewarding and so fun. I am inspired by my own mother. She spent so much time with us and stayed at home for 10 years so quality time was never an issue, especially since modern technology [...]

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We know that faculty and staff are too busy to be glued to social media, so here’s a recap of the contests and photos you won’t want to miss. Over on Facebook, we’re in the middle of a very cool contest: It’s not every day a celebrity chef prepares a special meal for faculty and [...]

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Although I try to ride my bike to work a few days a week all year ‘round, spring is the time when I really get motivated. It’s finally light when I go to work and when I head for home. In the daylight I feel a little safer and there’s more to enjoy on my [...]

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