Get Cycling: Resources & Opportunities
May is bike month. Are you ready to ride? On April 8, a lively group of faculty, staff, and students gathered in the HUB for The Whole U’s cycling seminar. I’m a beginner cyclist with a lot to learn, but I sat next to someone who’s been cycling to the UW for almost 40 years! [...]
Men’s Health: Just the facts with Dr. Walsh
Spoiler alert… I’m not a man, so when I was asked to write an article about men’s health, I reached out to my male friends at UW. I emailed a survey to a diverse group and told them feedback would remain completely anonymous. I learned that the majority participants do not go to the doctor [...]
Infographic: 6 Walks to Try in Tacoma
Whether you work at UWT or live in the city, the best way to explore Tacoma is on foot. Get free downloadable walking maps from Downtown on the Go. Choose from six routes ranging in difficultly and distance by clicking on the image below or heading to the UWT Bookstore for a hard copy. Lace [...]
Understanding Yoga: Event with Professor Novetzke
“Your practice is yours. You are the practice. It is not imposed upon you by an external force, but it is found from within through exploration, awareness, acceptance and the joy of discovery in combining elements of ease and effort.” – Yoga Gary On Thursday, March 5, The Whole U is hosting another event for [...]
The Whole U Singers Win $1,000 for Charity
It started with a Christmas card addressed to President Young and Mrs. Young. I bet they receive hundreds of cards each year, but this one was special. The card was from Joe Brotherton, local businessman and instructor at the UW School of Law. It promoted a Christmas Charity Contest: “Make a short video of you [...]
One Easy Way to be Happy over the Holidays
Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from YOUR own actions. – Dalai Lama Take a break from wrapping gifts, baking sweet treats, and planning holiday travels. If you’re looking for one thing that will warm your heart and put a smile on your face this season, volunteer. Join us for the next Whole [...]
UW Benefits Fair: Free Workouts with The Whole U
Wouldn’t it be amazing to learn about your UW benefits AND fit in a 20-minute workout all in a lunch hour? You can! Join us on Thursday, November 6 in the HUB at the UW Benefits Fair. Stop by the HUB North ballroom between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to explore the great programs and [...]
Embrace Fall Flavors at The Whole U Cooking Demo
This year I’ve decided to fully embrace everything about the fall. I’m ready to pull out my boots and scarves, tackle my reading list, and explore some new recipes. It’s a great time to reconnect with family and friends over food. And with the days getting darker, there’s more time to spend in the kitchen [...]
Sleep Expert Coming Soon
What keeps you up at night? Maybe it’s the birth of a new baby, trying to keep up with your family or social schedule, irregular working hours, lifestyle changes or a disorder, like sleep apnea…or everyone’s favorite—stress! According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults sleep an average of 6 hours and 40 minutes during the [...]
Why dance? Cause this is THRILLER
Darkness falls across the land. The midnight hour is close at hand. Creatures crawl in search of blood to terrorize your neighborhood. –Michael Jackson Don’t let another Halloween go by without learning the Thriller Dance. Join The Whole U and the IMA as we teach you the moves from Michael Jackson’s 1983 music video. Register [...]
Dawg Dash Predictions & Tips from Cliff Mass!
You may know Professor Cliff Mass as the UW weather guru famous for his Northwest Weather blog but what you might not know is he is an avid supporter of the annual Dawg Dash and once was the unofficial weatherman for the race! Professor Mass has run the race eight times and is looking forward [...]
Meet your UW Yogis
Who’s featured in the Pose of the Day emails? Talented UW faculty and staff! They have a variety of yoga expertise with one thing in common: a love for yoga. I met up with these yogis to learn about them, their practice, and hear what excites them about Yoga Month at UW. Yogini: Michelle [...]