Did you know that July is UV Safety Month? Even though the skin is the body’s largest organ, many don’t take proper measures to protect their skin from the sun. Luckily, skin cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer if it is treated early. In honor of UV Safety Month, please take [...]

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Celebrate National Yoga Month with The Whole U this September! Whether you’ve been curious about yoga or are a seasoned yogi, join us in experiencing the incredible benefits of yoga. During the whole month of September you’ll find free yoga classes on all campuses, social media inspiration and contests, and an opportunity to participate in [...]

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OK, so you’ve added more physical activity into your daily or weekly routine. You’re riding your bicycle to and from work, you started taking a yoga class, etc., whatever you’re doing to get moving is great — keep it up! — but are you doing enough physical activity to meet the recommended guidelines? Before we [...]

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By day, you write emails and bust out budget reports. But by night, you wow crowds at open mics. Your week is filled with papers, presentations, and group projects. But when the weekend comes, you dash off poems, produce beats, and paint pictures. Whether you’re a rocker, a raconteur, a dancer, a videographer, or a [...]

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Get ready for the Summer Throwdown — a team fitness challenge that will give you the kick-start you need to achieve your goals. Be boundless in your determination and grab a team of colleagues or friends to learn the best fitness tips, experience more intense workouts, and perform fitness tests to check your progress. Our [...]

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Enjoy a wonderful dinner while contributing to rebuilding lives and strengthening our community. Last year The Whole U partnered with FareStart, a culinary job training and placement program for homeless and disadvantaged individuals. Throughout the year, UW faculty and staff have dined at FareStart to support its mission, volunteered as servers to help fund its [...]

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Get up and move! According to the American Heart Association, we’re spending more time sitting than ever before. This inactive behavior can increase our risk of heart disease, stroke, and other diseases. Take the first step to a healthier life at work by taking part in this year’s National Walk Day at UW. Register below [...]

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Many people have passed through the hallowed halls of the University of Washington since it first opened its doors in 1861. Today, we celebrate the accomplishments of those who have done great things thanks in part to their time as Huskies. In that spirit, grab your friends and colleagues and participate in this year’s Whole [...]

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Don’t just make a resolution this year… make a new you. Each week of the Dare to Do challenge will encourage you to step outside your norm: Dare to Move, Dine, Praise, Pause, Care, Explore, Simplify, and Connect. Weekly articles will provide ideas and resources to make it possible. We are also daring you to [...]

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UW’s got talent, and you’re invited to participate in this year’s Ovations! Be part of this one-night only faculty and staff performance showcase. Take the stage on Sunday, November 22 at beautiful Meany Theater and be cheered on by your colleagues, friends, and family as you show us “What you do when you do you.” [...]

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Be part of National Yoga Month this September by joining The Whole U’s Yoga Month Celebration! We’ve tapped our campus yoga experts to bring you videos introducing different yoga styles and a weekly article that focuses on how yoga can help with everything from stress relief to longevity. Want more? The Whole U will host [...]

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In Washington state, 1 in 7 people struggle with hunger. That number is even higher for kids (1 in 5). Make a difference on Saturday August 22, from noon to 2 p.m. at Northwest Harvest’s warehouse in Kent. Northwest Harvest, the only non-profit food bank distributor operating statewide, provides food to a network of more than [...]

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