The Whole U Blog
Welcome to The Whole U’s blog! You’ll find articles to support your well-being, community stories and tips to help you thrive at the UW and beyond.
Featured stories
Alana Geylani’s life-saving gift
Discover the inspiring story of UW’s first-ever NMDP match and see how one student’s simple decision to swab her cheek turned into a life-saving act that’s energizing the entire Husky community.
Staying safe for fall and winter hiking
Explore expert tips from a seasoned Mountaineers leader on how to stay safe, prepared and inspired while hiking through the wet, cold and snowy PNW fall and winter season.
Latest articles
Find summer camps, courses and resources for kids through the UW
March 10, 2026
Summer camps and courses offer numerous benefits for children, fostering personal growth, social development and academic enrichment in a supportive and adventurous environment. The good news is that there are numerous convenient options at the University of Washington. Here are some resources from UW WorkLife to help you decide on summer care, camps and courses:…
Huskies show up strong: Winter Games brings UW community together
March 5, 2026
This winter, more than 1,800 UW and UW Medicine staff and faculty came together for the Husky Strong Winter Games, a three-week challenge to build healthy habits, support well-being and strengthen connections across campuses and worksites. From movement and mindfulness to nutrition and community care, participants embraced the opportunity to prioritize their well-being while supporting…
Stepping Up for a Cure: Kevin Jones and the Big Climb
March 3, 2026
Kevin’s sister-in-law and family and their climb to the temple at Mt. Omiwa For over 20 years, Kevin Jones has been a dedicated member of the Seattle healthcare community at UW Medical Center – Northwest. This spring, Kevin is taking his commitment to health and healing to new heights, literally! On Sunday, March 22, Kevin…
Heart Health Month: Caring for your heart with world-class care close to home
February 4, 2026
February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on one of the most important and hardest-working organs in your body. Your heart beats more than 100,000 times a day, quietly supporting everything you do, from morning meetings to evening walks and weekends with loved ones. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in…
11 new year financial resolutions for 2026
January 21, 2026
Make financial resolutions you can stick to and learn the specific actions you can take to achieve each one from our partners at BECU. Takeaways: Commit to your financial goals in 2026 Start the new year off right by reviewing your income, expenses and debts, then budget and save for future spending goals. Big financial…
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