The holidays are often a time of love and celebration with those dearest to our hearts, but these moments can also bring up plenty of stress and emotional turmoil. At least speaking for myself, the holidays are a confusing time in this regard. I often feel conflicted about not wanting to see certain people, but [...]

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With the end of the quarter and the holidays, December may be the busiest time of the year for faculty and staff. Surprisingly, one of the best ways to de-stress is to carve out time for you. We’ve got three events coming up that will help you enjoy December to the fullest. First off, take [...]

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As we celebrate and honor all those that serve our country, we are pleased to bring you the true story of how war, bravery, and love of country and family has touched a member of the UW community. July 13, 2008 started out like any other Sunday. But a knock at the door changed everything. I looked [...]

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A few gusty storms over the last several weeks have reminded us that summer really is over. The shortest days of the year are ahead. Those long, wistful Seattle summer days come with a trade-off: for many of us, winter commutes mean commuting in less light, much more rain and potentially snow and ice. With [...]

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A key part of The Whole U is variety, and there’s something for everyone this November. By popular demand, there are two events for parents or prospective parents coming up. The first dives deep on childcare resources with Amy Hawkins, director of Worklife and Childcare Development at the UW. The University is working to expand [...]

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Something isn’t right. You know that feeling. You witness a student berating and intimidating another student, you overhear a co-worker repeatedly crying at their desk, or your department receives a threatening email. These situations might just mean someone is having a bad day, but they could be warning signs that events are leading up to [...]

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According to the Administration on Aging (AOA), the older population—persons aged 65 years or more—is projected to grow from 44.7 million in 2013 to 98 million persons by 2060. That’s more than double. This group, who represented 14.1% of the population only a couple years ago, is expected to represent 21.7% by the year 2040. [...]

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Celebrate the start of autumn with these new discounts from our partners! Tickets & Events September is long gone, but who says the fun has to stop? On the List is Seattle’s live events subscription club, “like Netflix, but for live entertainment.” By becoming a member, you get free tickets to local events each month. [...]

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“For breath is life, and if you breathe well, you will live long on earth.” – Sanskrit Proverb Whether you practice yoga daily or have just taken your first yoga class, you’ve probably noticed some benefits – relaxed state of mind, better sleep, or more energy. Although we are still learning and measuring yoga’s benefits, [...]

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I’ll admit it. I’m sort of a gumby. Most consider flexibility to be an asset or goal in yoga. I did too, until I encountered poses like handstand or fully extended side plank. I wondered why I would go from super-yogi to a puddle of mush in one transition. My natural ability to coax my [...]

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For an employee, a workplace wellness program might seem like a nice perk. But doctors in the UW School of Medicine believe it’s much more than that. “An emphasis on wellness is a must-have, not a nice-to-have,” said Norman Beauchamp, head of the Department of Radiology. In 2012, Dr. Beauchamp helped launch the School of [...]

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Fall quarter starts September 30, so for many of us September is the calm before the storm. Make the most of it with some of our upcoming events! September is also National Yoga Month. Celebrate by signing up here. Each week we’ll send an article on yoga benefits, free classes in the area, or a [...]

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