Fighting global epidemics. Performing surgeries in war zones. Immunizing legions of children. Doctors Without Borders is recognized worldwide for going to places no one else will, setting up clinics under duress, and getting their life-saving work done. They bravely operate under the banner of independence and impartiality. Hear a first-person account of life on the [...]

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One of my favorite fall activities is heading to the dog park. I have an excuse to be outside while Romeo (the very serious looking dog above) tires himself out by running off leash. And I usually chat with fellow dog owners, because nothing breaks down barriers like being greeted by a friendly wet nose. [...]

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You’ve probably heard of the University of Washington Club and know it’s a private, non-profit social club for the UW community. But here are some facts we’re betting you don’t know. These 10 items were selected by the UW Club team: 1. The Club was built by renowned Seattle architects Paul Hayden Kirk and Victor [...]

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Tom Whittaker said, “Everest for me, and I believe for the world, is the physical and symbolic manifestation of overcoming odds to achieve a dream.” I am captivated by Mt. Everest and traveling there has been my lifelong dream. After losing 85 pounds since 2011 and finishing 17 half marathons in 2 years, I recently [...]

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The Distinguished Staff Award (DSA) is the highest honor a staff member can receive at the UW. When you nominate a person or team for the award, you’re recognizing them for either a special one-time project or exceptional performance over time. I spoke with several DSA recipients on their experiences from the time they were [...]

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Forget all the curveballs life throws at you this holiday season; de-stress by dancing! Start your morning off with Zumba®! The Whole U is hosting a free Zumba workout in the HUB South Ballroom on Tuesday, November 18, from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Dancing not only releases endorphins to boost happiness, but also increases your [...]

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Last summer, 12 runners and four drivers journeyed from Seattle to join the Hood to Coast Relay. It’s known as the mother of all relays because it’s a 200-mile relay from Mt. Hood to Seaside, Oregon. Team Eye Ditarod from the Department of Ophthalmology consisted of both faculty and staff members as well as our [...]

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Many of this fall’s most anticipated movies were inspired by unforgettable books. Here are six of our favorite titles well worth the read, whether you’re planning to see the movie or not. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn In this suspenseful thriller, Nick Dunne finds himself the main suspect at the center of a media circus [...]

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Fall is my favorite season, not only because of the cozy clothes, warm drinks, and crisp mornings, but also because of thechanging leaves, colored by rich hues of green, yellow, orange, and red. Seattle’s Japanese Botanical Garden in the Washington Park Arboretum, just a 10 minute drive from the heart of UW Seattle, is a [...]

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The annual Birds at the Burke event is tomorrow with so many activities, things to see, AND UW faculty, staff, and students always receive free admission with their Husky Card! Saturday, October 18 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Included in museum admission; FREE for members and with UW ID. Examine hundreds of bird specimens, including rare [...]

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What do a Midwest gal, new discoveries, great calves and a helping hand have in common? Read on to find out. Transportation Services’ Commute Concierge program, presented by U-PASS, is here to help you find your story of a happier, healthier commute. The Commute Concierge program is a personalized customer service program designed to help [...]

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The 2014 UW Combined Fund Drive begins October 16. To celebrate, The Whole U will spotlight a few faculty and staff who make a difference by volunteering with charitable non-profits that are among the 3,400 organizations that benefit from the UW’s workplace giving campaign. Let’s start with Lisa Day Mercer, a research administrator at the [...]

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