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UW is transitioning the UWRP and VIP to TIAA in January 2026. This fall attend virtual sessions, office hours, or meet with TIAA reps on campus to learn how the changes affect your retirement planning.

The Whole U has surpassed 10 years of community! Join us as we look back over the years and celebrate our amazing community.

How to Navigate Winter Darkness

As the light shifts to lower intensity and the weather begins to ebb and flow, we are invited to more skillfully engage with daily life. In the past, human beings were much more attuned to the rhythm and patterns of the natural world, whereas today, while we are still affected by these same natural currents, [...]

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Managing Seasonal Depression

Every fall, as the days grow shorter and the sky darkens, I see patients whose mood begins to match the gloomy external world. They are tired, sleep long hours, and have trouble getting out of bed or leaving the house. Their arms and legs feel like lead, and their strongest desires are cravings for sweet [...]

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Staying Safe for Fall & Winter Hiking

As an avid hiker and backpacker, I have experienced the PNW in all its weather elements. I am the Chair of the Mountaineers Foothills Branch Backpacking Committee, Co-Creator and Administrator for a beginning hiking series called GoHike, and an urban walk leader. My emphasis on safety is a priority. I help participants gain confidence, practice [...]

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5 Tips for Healthy Smiles During the Holiday Season

The holidays bring plenty of reasons to smile: gatherings, gratitude and of course, all the sweet treats that come with the season. From Halloween candy to holiday cookies, desserts are part of the joy, but they can also be tough on our teeth. To help families enjoy the season while keeping smiles healthy, we asked [...]

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UW Yoga Month Classes

This November, The Whole U invites you to celebrate the 12th year of UW Yoga Month. Register for UW Yoga Month 2025 – Move, Breathe and Connect and join colleagues across the University of Washington and UW Medicine for 15 days dedicated to movement, mindfulness, and connection from Monday, November 3 through Friday, November 21. [...]

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Password Phishing Scams: How To Avoid Them

Learn how you can protect yourself from the fake alerts and emotional plays scammers use to steal your passwords with this thorough guide from our partners at BECU. You’re also invited to declutter securely by bringing your documents to BECU’s Shred & eCycle event! On Saturday, Oct. 18 (and Oct. 25 in Spokane), BECU will host [...]

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UW’s First NMDP Match: Alana Geylani’s Life-Saving Gift

For the past six years, The Whole U has partnered with NMDP (formerly Be The Match) and UW Athletics to host Get in the Game, an annual event encouraging Huskies to join the registry of potential bone marrow and blood stem cell donors. More than 2,000 UW students, staff and faculty have stepped forward over [...]

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Suicide Prevention: Know the Warning Signs to Save Lives

September is national suicide prevention month. Suicide prevention is important every day of the year, but for the many organizations doing crucial and often unsung work all year long, September provides unique opportunities to raise awareness of risk factors, provide help for those who are struggling, and give support to those affected by the suicide [...]

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October Events for Connection and Wellness

This fall, The Whole U and UW Employee Experience invite you to a season full of opportunities to focus on wellness, connection and community. From expert-led panels on resilience and well-being to flu shot clinics, benefits fairs and retirement plan updates, there’s truly something for everyone. Join colleagues across UW to learn, recharge and celebrate [...]

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