Tis’ the season of fun, festivities, and food! This time of year brings gatherings filled with yummy treats and many opportunities to share the love of cooking with friends and family. The following guide from The Whole U includes tried and true recipes from UW registered dietitians, tips and tricks for navigating nutrition around holiday [...]

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November is National Family Caregiver Month, a time to focus attention on the more than 50 million Americans (nearly 1 in 5 people) who care for loved ones with health or functional needs. In the U.S., Family Caregiver Month was designated 24 years ago to focus specifically on those who provide unpaid support for individuals [...]

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After a year away, we are excited to announce that the UW Fall Maker’s Fair will be back and in-person at the HUB on Wednesday, December 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find the perfect holiday gift for your loved ones while supporting local artisans within the UW community. There will be 30+ vendors in attendance [...]

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As an avid hiker and backpacker, I’ve encountered the PNW in all of its weather elements on the trail. I am a leader and mentor within the Mountaineers and my emphasis on safety first is paramount. I help participants gain confidence, practice leave no trace principles, provide a space for belonging for all levels of [...]

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It’s hard to believe December is right around the corner, but as the days become colder and the sun starts to set earlier, get ready to break out your dancing shoes and join us for a month full of excitement, energy, and dance. Are you tired of walking on the treadmill? Try one of the [...]

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You’re most likely familiar with “No shave November”. But did you know this movement to grow out facial hair for the entire month of November stems from an organization focused on improving men’s health? Movember is a leading organization changing the face of men’s health, focused on bringing exposure to the health concerns that impact [...]

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We all know just how essential water is for the body. We can’t survive more than a few days without water! Water plays a key role in maintaining normal body temperature, shuttling nutrients throughout the body, lubricating joints, ridding the body of waste, and much more. There’s no doubt how important water is, but there [...]

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Join us on November 13: Washington Huskies vs. Arizona State Sun Devils Please join TIAA on Saturday, November 13, 2021 for a game day tailgate as the University of Washington Huskies take on the Arizona State Sun Devils. Entry is available to all Washington employees with their faculty/staff ID card and their guests. The tailgate [...]

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The Ride in the Rain Challenge started Monday, November 1. It isn’t too late to register yourself or a team for the chance to win prizes for logging bike trips during the month of November.   Ride in the Rain is a fun and free competition hosted by Cascade Bicycle Club and Washington Bikes to encourage friends, colleagues, and tenants to try biking during [...]

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This November has lots to offer with an assortment of Whole U and UW community events that are sure to help you expand knowledge, spend time with loves ones, advance wellness goals, and relax. Whether you’re looking to attend a sports event with family, learn about various benefits for UW employees, or attend a virtual [...]

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