Stay engaged with August events
These may be the dog days of summer, but The Whole U has you covered for fun and well-being all month long! Join us for the kickoff of our summer wellness challenge, train with us for your fall races as part of the UW Endurance Club, get your personal finances in order, get to know [...]
Budget-friendly local vacation ideas
If you live in Washington and want to enjoy a break without breaking the bank, consider taking a vacation a little closer to home. Here are some ideas to help you save while exploring your own back yard. Scrolling through Instagram pictures of tropical resorts, luxury lake homes and international excursions, you might think everyone [...]
See a travel medicine doctor before you explore the world
If you are planning a trip overseas this summer, your checklist of preparations will include a passport, visas and foreign currency. It should also include an appointment with a travel medicine doctor, especially for travel in developing countries. “Ideally, the travel appointment should take place at least a month before your departure date, since most [...]
UW Photo Day: Meet your photographers
Join The Whole U for Family Weekend, Saturday, August 12 or Sunday August 13 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.! Gather your favorite people and furry friends and strike a pose for some of Seattle’s top portrait photographers, then enjoy a free picnic on Red Square. This year’s photography locations include Drumheller Fountain, Suzzallo Library, [...]
How to budget for inflation
Adapt your budget in response to higher prices by following these 11 tips from BECU’s lead financial educator. Even in stable economic times, budgeting isn’t a set-it-and-forget it sort of thing. It’s always a good idea to revisit your budget often to make sure your spending and savings stay on track as your goals and [...]
Summer nutrition: BBQs, BYOB choices, and more
Long warm days, beautiful warm nights…it’s the season for outdoor parties, barbeques, weddings and other social events. As you enjoy time with your family and friends this summer, consider the following tips from UW Medicine registered dietitians to bring a variety of color, nutrients, and balance to your gathering table. “BYO” – Bring your own [...]
Get outside with July events
Summer is here! Whether you’re looking to get moving outside, discover resources for your personal well-being, or striving toward long-term goals, our slate of July workshops and classes can help you get there. Be sure to mark your calendars as you don’t want to miss these upcoming events! Urban Fitness Dance Class Tuesday, July 11 [...]
Creating eco-friendly infrastructure design: Meet Jan Whittington
“I’m exactly where I want to be.” For associate professor of Urban Design and Planning Jan Whittington, this statement sums up her feelings about being on the faculty of a large public university, doing what she loves, with good opportunities to secure research funding. Her statement applies equally well to the 1906 Craftsman near Ravenna [...]
Embrace summer with fun discounts
The sun is shining, the days are longer, and the spirit of summer is in the air! It’s that time of the year when we look forward to soaking up the sun, enjoying outdoor adventures, and making unforgettable memories. And what better way to enhance our summer experience than by taking advantage fun summer discounts? [...]
Join the UW Endurance Club, sponsored by UW Medicine
Join The Whole U and UW Medicine on a journey leading up to the Seattle half and full marathons in December! Build community as we train together and reach new goals. All levels of fitness are welcome to participate, whether you plan to enter the race or are wanting to support the participants by cheering [...]
Events & activities to celebrate Pride Month
June is nationally recognized as Pride Month, dedicated to honoring the 1969 Stonewall uprising in Manhattan, celebrating LGBTQIA+ communities, and raising awareness for LGBTQIA+ equality. Explore ways to engage with Pride Month and resources for LGBTQIA+ communities at UW below. Each year, Seattle Pride brings to life a wide variety of ways to engage in [...]
Huskies enjoy community and movement at UW Fitness Day
More than 1,000 members of the UW community came together at UW Fitness Day on May 9 for our annual celebration of movement, friends and fun held at all three campuses and Harborview Medical Center. An annual event held in May in recognition of global health and fitness month, UW Fitness Day is a unique, [...]