This month, take charge of your health by joining us at one of the many benefits fairs and flu shot clinics available across our UW campuses and UW Medical Centers. Join UW Endurance Club in several clinics. And flex your financial muscles at one of our informative webinars with our financial partners Fidelity, BECU and HomeStreet [...]

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Is college on the horizon for your family? Higher education can mean high anxiety. There are significant economic and academic stressors to cope with, of course. There are standardized tests to take, essays to write, application deadlines to meet, financial aid forms to fill. But there’s also the plain fact that going to college is [...]

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It is important to acknowledge election stress and to support your well-being and that of people you love. Election stress is real, and it doesn’t take sides. Many folks are experiencing heightened stress, anxiety and fear at this time. While we cannot control our stressors, there are many small things we can do every day [...]

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“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” This question, posed by the poet Mary Oliver, was designed to inspire a bit of introspection. But when Maria Lamarca Anderson encountered it — on a milestone birthday at her physical and emotional limit in the thin air of [...]

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“The best camera is the one that’s with you.” – Chase Jarvis In today’s fast-paced world, our smartphones are more than just communication devices. They’re powerful cameras that we carry with us every day. Whether you’re capturing moments on the go or working on your creative portfolio, your smartphone is a fantastic tool for photography. [...]

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Turn over a new leaf this season and energize your routine with group fitness! Group fitness offers more than just physical health benefits. It also fosters a supportive and motivating environment that keeps participants engaged and committed to their goals. The sense of camaraderie in a group setting inspires individuals to push themselves further than [...]

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Every year, the UW Combined Fund Drive (CFD) spotlights a nonprofit organization doing amazing work to make our communities — locally, nationally and globally — healthier and more resilient.  We are excited to announce that the featured nonprofit for the 2024 UWCFD workplace giving campaign is Northwest Education Access.  Founded in 2002, Northwest Education Access [...]

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As parents, one of the most valuable life skills you can impart to your children is financial responsibility. The earlier kids learn the basics of earning, saving, and investing, the better equipped they’ll be to navigate the financial challenges of adulthood. This guide will walk you through the key steps to help your children develop [...]

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As the seasons start to change, now is the perfect time to refresh your knowledge and explore the resources available at the UW Farm. Gardening is a year-round activity that brings fresh, homegrown vegetables to your table. If you’re unsure where to begin, connect with the thriving gardening community at the UW Farm. The University [...]

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The Whole U brings wellness and connection to UW Medicine this summer  As the University of Washington’s well-being engagement program, The Whole U supports wellness and connection for all UW faculty and staff across our many academic campuses, medical centers and worksites. Institutions increasingly recognize the value of workplace wellness, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. [...]

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The Whole U is partnering with the Seattle Visiting Nurse Association to offer flu shot and COVID-19 booster vaccine clinics across our campuses this fall. Everyone attending a clinic must register for an appointment with SVNA. COVID-19 Boosters The COVID-19 booster vaccine supplied at all UW clinics is the Moderna vaccine (2024-2025 Formula) corresponding to [...]

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Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11 was a kids-laughing, tails-wagging, smile-flashing type of day on UW’s Seattle campus. More than 2,500 Huskies turned up for The Whole U’s annual UW Photo Day when faculty, staff, family and friends can get free professional portraits from some of Seattle’s best photographers. Attendees made their way to [...]

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