Flourish this fall with October events from The Whole U
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 Bank.
Daily 15 minute movement break
Every Monday – Friday
11 – 11:15 a.m. / Zoom
The Whole U’s Daily Movement Break, which began during remote work in 2020, is way to connect virtually and take a few minutes to informally move together and connect! Whether it’s a yoga, fitness and strength, or guided dance break, each day offers something a little different. All are welcome to join for a fun and light movement break!
Virtual weight training class with Lauren Updyke
Virtual weight training class with Lauren UpdykeEvery Tuesday & Thursday
6:15 a.m. – 6:45 a.m. / Zoom
Make time for training with weights and join Lauren Updyke for a 30 minute intermediate class each Tuesday and Thursday at 6:15 a.m. on Zoom. All you need is two sets of weights (at least 5lb – 25lb range) and a chair! This class will include total body and focus on both large and small muscle groups, and will finish with core and stretching.
Flu Shot & COVID-19 Booster Clinics 2024
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.
Book Talk: “Digging into Nature” with Dr. Pooja Tandon, UW School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics
Wednesday, October 2
Noon – 1 p.m. / Zoom
This book presents a compelling case for the benefits of spending time outdoors, highlighting how nature can help children and families become happier, healthier, and more resilient. Packed with nature-based, developmentally appropriate activities, the book addresses common challenges that busy families face when trying to incorporate outdoor time into their routines.
Introduction to TIAA: Get to Know Your Retirement Benefits
Monday, October 7
Noon – 1 p.m. / Zoom
This session is an introduction to TIAA, one of the retirement plan options available through the University of Washington’s workplace benefits. This session is an excellent opportunity to get a clear understanding of what the plan offers and how it can help you save and invest for your future.
Getting Your Teen Ready for College with UW WorkLife
Getting Your Teen Ready for College with UW WorkLifeTuesday, October 8
Noon – 1 p.m. / Zoom
This session will provide valuable insights into the resources available to Seattle and Washington residents, including financial aid options like the Seattle Promise, which can significantly ease the burden of college expenses.
Seasonal Home Maintenance with HomeStreet Bank
Thursday, October 10
Noon – 1 p.m. / Zoom
This webinar hosted by HomeStreet Bank, is designed to help you stay ahead of your home maintenance needs. You’ll discuss common tasks as you head into fall and winter, like clearing gutters and winterizing outdoor spickets.
Injury Prevention for Endurance Sports with UW Sports Medicine
Tuesday, October 15
Noon – 1 p.m. / Zoom
All are welcome to join us at a featured webinar with UW Sports Medicine’s Randy Gladwish. Randy is a physical therapist at the UW Sports Medicine Center with over 20 years of experience. This talk will focus on injury prevention, an essential aspect of long-distance running and endurance sports. We will have a special focus on running and walking, but the tips shared will be relevant for all movers and shakers.
Form and Interval RunWalk Clinic
Form and Interval RunWalk ClinicTuesday, October 15
5:15 – 6 p.m. / Rainier Vista
In this clinic, you will follow a run/walk workout called Fartlek, Swedish for speed play. After a warm-up, the workout will guide you through different speeds, increasing strength and endurance, followed by a cool-down. All levels are welcome!
Book Talk: ‘What Your Food Ate’ with David Montgomery
Wednesday, October 16
Noon – 1 p.m. / Zoom
The talk will share how conventional farming practices disrupt the natural relationships between crops and soil, and how regenerative agriculture holds the key to producing more nutrient-dense food, improving our health and addressing chronic diseases. Montgomery’s extensive research highlights why healing the soil is essential to our — and our planet’s — future’s.
10-Week Fall Vinyasa Yoga Series with Amity Neumeister
10-Week Fall Vinyasa Yoga Series with Amity NeumeisterFriday, October 18 – Friday, December 20
7 – 8 a.m. / Zoom
In this class you are guided through an invigorating yoga flow with continuous and dynamic yoga sequences that benefit your whole being – improving flexibility, muscle, joint and cardiovascular strength, increasing mental clarity and focus, allowing for a harmonious unity of the body, mind, and soul. Deep breathing and meditation techniques are also included for an integrated yoga practice. This class is best suited for those familiar with some yoga.
UW Benefits Fair – Harborview Medical Center
UW Benefits Fair – Harborview Medical CenterMonday, October 21
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Harborview Medical Center
Get Ready for Open Enrollment at the UW Benefits Fair!
UW Benefits Fair — a one-stop opportunity to meet with representatives from PEBB and UW benefit providers. Find out which plans are the best fit for you, especially since all PEBB-eligible employees need to select one of three new vision plans.
UW Benefits Fair – UW Medical Center, Northwest
Tuesday, October 22
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / UWMC Northwest
Get Ready for Open Enrollment at the UW Benefits Fair!
UW Benefits Fair — a one-stop opportunity to meet with representatives from PEBB and UW benefit providers. Find out which plans are the best fit for you, especially since all PEBB-eligible employees need to select one of three new vision plans.
UW Benefits Fair – UW Medical Center, Montlake and Health Sciences
Wednesday, October 23
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / UWMC Montlake and Health Sciences
Get Ready for Open Enrollment at the UW Benefits Fair!
UW Benefits Fair — a one-stop opportunity to meet with representatives from PEBB and UW benefit providers. Find out which plans are the best fit for you, especially since all PEBB-eligible employees need to select one of three new vision plans.
Open Enrollment 2025 Information Session
Open Enrollment 2025 Information SessionWednesday, October 23
Noon – 1 p.m.
This session covers important changes to Open Enrollment, the annual opportunity for PEBB benefits-eligible employees to enroll in or make changes to their benefits.
Barry Nemeth, Director of Benefits at the University of Washington, will discuss new vision plan choices for 2025 and the new open enrollment period: October 28 through November 25.
UW Benefits Fair & Flu Shot Clinic at the HUB
Thursday, October 24
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. / Husky Union Building
Get Ready for Open Enrollment at the UW Benefits Fair!
UW Benefits Fair — a one-stop opportunity to meet with representatives from PEBB and UW benefit providers. Find out which plans are the best fit for you, especially since all PEBB-eligible employees need to select one of three new vision plans.
Social Security 101 – Everything you need to know
Social Security 101 – Everything you need to knowTuesday, October 29
11:30 – 1 p.m. / Zoom
This comprehensive webinar is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of Social Security and help you navigate its various aspects. Kirk Larson will share valuable insights on retirement benefits, early retirement considerations and eligibility for different benefit programs.