Top 10 Hikes in Washington State
No plans for the weekend? Why not take a hike? No, I don’t mean that sarcastically. There are tons of beautiful hikes in Washington! I’ve compiled a list of hikes, in order of difficulty, located on the west side of the state. Not an avid hiker? That’s okay! Start out with the hikes at the [...]
Fall Sports Specials for Faculty & Staff
Autumn is quickly approaching and it’s time for the Husky fall sports season! Women’s soccer, men’s soccer, and women’s volleyball have already started, and Husky football is just around the corner. Check out these great deals and discounts for faculty and staff. Coming off their fourth Sweet Sixteen appearance in program history in 2014, UW [...]
Lessons from Bike Month
The month of May was National Bike Month and we had some superstars pedaling to, from, and around campus! Many cyclists created teams and competed in The Commute Challenge from Cascade Bicycle Club. They were able to log their miles with Luum, a commute management program. We talked with five of this year’s competitors to [...]
6 Author Events this June that will Expand Your World
From groundbreaking memoirs to award-winning fiction, noteworthy new books and their authors are filling University Book Store all summer long. Here are a few coming through this month. That Thing You Do With Your Mouth by David Shields Written by bestselling author and UW professor David Shields, this groundbreaking new memoir pushes the boundaries of [...]
Save the Date for UW Free Photo Day
We know summer is a busy time, so we wanted to let you know early about our next signature event. The Whole U has partnered again with local professional photographers to capture memories of you and your loved ones all over the UW Seattle campus. On Sunday, August 9, bring your friends, family members, and [...]
Free Art, Music & Drama from Top Dawgs
This spring, the UW is graduating some incredibly talented art, drama, and music students, and you’re invited to see their work. These students have been working hard the last several months and their artwork — from painting to drawing to jazz ensembles — is exceptional. Some of the events are located on the UW Seattle campus, [...]
Treat Your Mom With Our Discount Network This Mother’s Day
Mom: The one who used to pack your lunch, drive you to soccer practice, help you with your science project trifolds (or, in many cases, completely make them), and take care of you when you had the flu. She’s your biggest cheerleader, the first one you call with big news, the person you can tell [...]
11 Bicycling Events & Savings!
Biking marathoner? Cycling commuter? Haven’t ridden a bike since childhood? No matter what your ability level, spring has sprung and bike season is back! We have some fantastic events as well as savings through our discount network. Check out these amazing opportunities, have some fun, and start saving! We still have spots for this week’s [...]
Get Away From It All with Discounted Travel
Vacations don’t have to be expensive trips to far-off places. All it takes is a short getaway to enjoy some time away from home and focus on having fun and relaxing. How about an all-day, overnight, or weekend excursion? Check out this compilation of short trips (all within our discount network!). Clipper Vacations – 10% [...]
Week Six Dare to Do Challenge – Working out at Home
It’s the sixth and final week of the Dare to Do Challenge and we are deep into February. With the rainy, foggy, and windy weather, it can be tough to stick to your favorite outdoor workouts. But that’s no excuse to slack on your fitness goals! Here are a few suggestions for fun routines you [...]
Infographic: Sitting Disease
Commuting to work, sitting at your desk, eating dinner, watching television… the number of hours we spend sitting doesn’t seem cringe-worthy until we add it all up, does it? That’s why it’s important to be aware of the Sitting Disease. According to James Levine, MD, a leader in sitting research, “Growing evidence suggests that the [...]
It’s 5 O-Clock Somewhere: The Best Happy Hours Near Your Campus
If you say you don’t love happy hour, you’re lying. Everyone loves happy hour. Luckily, all three UW campuses are close to some amazing ones. I’ve compiled a list of the best options based on price, menu variety, taste, and restaurant atmosphere. So grab a colleague, some friends, or your significant other and celebrate your [...]