All across the University of Washington are unsung sustainability superstars. Staff who make sure the office is recycling right, faculty who spark a life-long love of the environment in their classes, students who make change happen on campus—these environmental role models deserve recognition. That’s where you come in. We need you to let us know [...]

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We often resist change because we find comfort in routine. Routines allow us to find time to exercise, be productive at work, make heathy meals, spend time with family and friends, and check items off of our to-do lists. Essentially, a pattern promotes discipline. But the comfort of a routine can shield us from the [...]

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these lovely deals from our discount partners! After a day of wine-tasting and exploring Woodinville, stop by the Hollywood Tavern and get a 10% discount on your meal with your Husky card. It’s located in the heart of wine country and boasts delicious food and drink in a cozy atmosphere (fire [...]

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From fictional heroes shaking up their world to real-life people changing this one, find inspiration for taking a stand, getting involved, and making a difference at these upcoming events at University Book Store in the U District. Set in a cruel and mythic dystopia on Mars, Morning Star sees its charismatic hero Darrow bring Pierce [...]

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February is a month unlike any other – just look at a calendar! This year, February is taking its uniqueness up a notch with some exciting events to celebrate some of the diverse communities around the UW. Make sure to take advantage of at least one of these phenomenal opportunities to explore and experience an [...]

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February can be a tough time to be in the Pacific Northwest, so we’ve packed the month with a wide variety of fun and energizing events. Read on for eight free events coming soon! The Diversity Uncommon Book (DUB) Club is back with a second selection: Lives in Limbo: Undocumented and Coming of Age in [...]

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The first two weeks of the Dare to Do Challenge were about movement and food — the most common New Year’s Resolutions. For week 3, we’re daring you to up your compliment game. What does that have to do with a new you? More than you’d expect. In their article in The Journal of Positive [...]

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The new year has arrived, and with it so has the The Whole U’s Dare to Do 2016 New Year’s Challenge. As you get ready to step outside your norm and dare to move, dine, praise, pause, care, explore, simplify, and connect, here are some great books to inspire your journey. Week One – Move [...]

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The holidays are behind us, the new quarter has started, and there’s no time like the present to get started on goals for 2016. The Whole U has a wide variety of events so you can make this January the best one yet! Dare to Do is a virtual challenge for anyone looking for a [...]

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The door of each office in Mackenzie Hall is adorned with a little metal placard, meant to display name plates, business cards, or office hours. For L.A. Smith, this 3×2-inch rectangle has been the frame for nearly a thousand pieces of art. Every day, Smith displays a new finger-length canvas on her office door. These [...]

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On a Sunday afternoon in November, the UW community gathered at Meany Hall for Ovations!, our second annual UW faculty, staff and, student showcase. As soon as the doors opened, the audience rushed in to secure the best seats in the house. The lobby was filled with the work of faculty and staff artists, including [...]

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A book is a gift that will be appreciated long after it’s unwrapped. For titles perfect for everyone from the family bookworm to your holiday chef, check out these wide-ranging recommendations from our booksellers. For fans of literary fiction, you can’t go wrong with Wind/Pinball, two surreal coming of age stories written by Haruki Murakami [...]

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