The Sunday before Halloween, The Whole U invited the UW community to celebrate the many talents of the University’s faculty, staff, and students. Some performers were sharing hidden abilities for the first time, while others returned to the Meany Theater stage as longtime Ovations favorites. In every case, a unique story shone through, captivating the [...]

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Summer passes into autumn and, with that, our second iteration of the #UWTimeOff photo contest comes to a close. Your response to our call for photographs telling the stories of how you spend time away from the UW was even greater than it was during the contest’s inaugural run. From historic haunts and weekend hikes [...]

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With each passing day, there’s a little more bite in the breeze and leaves are changing on every corner. Pumpkins are lined along entryways and windowsills, rain has begun to tap-tap its way back into our lives, and the curtain goes up on Ovations in less than a week. There’s no doubt it’s officially autumn. [...]

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The performers on stage at Meany Theater will not be the only ones in the spotlight on Sunday, October 29 for Ovations. During the show’s 25-minute intermission and afterwards, take a trip into the artistic minds of these 10 staff and student artists whose work will be exhibited throughout the lobby of Meany Hall. Learn [...]

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Do you feel that chill in the air? Is that just autumn creeping in or something a little spookier? Find a cozy blanket, make a fresh cup of tea, and curl up with a wickedly delightful title that will get you in the Halloween spirit. Once you close the back cover, continue to channel the [...]

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It’s time to meet the 14 acts taking center stage at Ovations 2017, The Whole U’s fourth annual performance showcase for staff, students, and faculty. Hosted by The Collective, UW’s foremost (and only) improv troupe, the afternoon promises to be as unexpected as it is entertaining. So what talent will tread the boards at Meany [...]

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This month, get back into the swing of fall with an assortment of Whole U and UW community events that are sure to help you relax, enjoy time with your loved ones, and advance your wellness goals. Whether you’re looking to explore a new art form, have a night out with your fellow Huskies, or [...]

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UW Photo Day Draws Record Crowds, Rave Reviews Sunday, August 13, the skies cleared up just in time for The Whole U’s fourth annual Photo Day. At eight campus locations from Suzzallo to the Quad, thirteen of Seattle’s best local photographers dedicated their day to capturing the smiles of over 2000 UW faculty, staff, students, [...]

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When the moon passes in front of the sun the morning of Monday, August 21, people living in the Pacific Northwest will be among the first to experience a total solar eclipse in all its stunning splendor. When they do, they’ll be witnessing one of the rarest natural phenomena on the planet. “The effect it has [...]

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Blockbuster movies are a staple of summer, but at University Book Store, we prefer to catch the books before they get spun into stories for the silver screen. Fast-paced, exciting, and immersive, these seven titles are like their own mini-vacations: an escape from the everyday into worlds of explosive plots, imaginative settings, and intriguing characters. [...]

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Ready to strike a pose for some of Seattle’s best photographers? Join us for our fourth annual Free Photo Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Sunday August 13. Relax on the University of Washington campus with family, friends, and even pets for a fun-filled memorable day. Whether you don Husky gear, dress to the [...]

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Note: This article is a reflection of the author’s first-hand experiences with berries of the Pacific Northwest and is intended as a starting point to get educated and not as a definitive guide. Unfortunately, we are not able to identify berries on a case-by-case basis at this time. This summer, whether you’re on an intensive [...]

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