April 15, 2021
Autumn quarter course schedule and vaccine eligibility updates (Message to Seattle students)
As we all plan ahead for the return to campus, we are happy to share some information on both autumn quarter courses and vaccinations.
April 1, 2021
Spring quarter and commencement (Message to Seattle campus students)
The University is working to expand the number of in-person services and activities this spring, and planning for how we will recognize our graduates.
March 31, 2021
Phase 3 guidance for instructors and student services (Message to instructors and staff)
Last week, we shared details on what Phase 3 means for our University operations and extended telework flexibility to Sept. 10 for those employees who want to continue to work remotely and can do so without impeding operations. We are now able to share guidance on in-person instruction-related activities and student services.
UW Medicine scheduling vaccinations for individuals eligible in Phase 1B – Tiers 3 and 4
UW Medicine is pleased to announce that we are now scheduling COVID-19 vaccine appointments for employees, students and contractors eligible under Phase 1B – Tiers 3 and 4 of the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) guidelines (pdf). Those newly eligible to receive the vaccine include: People 16 years or older with two or more…
March 25, 2021
Importance of continuing COVID-19 testing and getting vaccinated (Message sent to UW Husky Coronavirus Testing participants)
Dear Husky Coronavirus Testing Participant, Thank you for your continued dedication to the Husky Coronavirus Testing study. This message is being sent out to all of our participants today to emphasize the importance of participating in testing even with increased availability of vaccines. We are also asking you to complete the Monthly Survey to update…
March 22, 2021
Phase 3, extension of telework and new vaccine eligibility (Message to employees)
While the University of Washington is on spring break this week, there is still much activity taking place as our state moves forward in its phased recovery and we continue planning for the safe return to our campuses. We’re writing to today to provide you with updates in three key areas.
March 18, 2021
Consider lecture capture to enhance student learning (Message to instructors)
Student leaders have urged us to ask that all faculty consider using lecture capture in their classes, especially those that are lecture based. Given the difficulties that so many of our students are experiencing, we urge you to strongly consider using this technology where appropriate.
March 5, 2021
UW Medicine scheduling vaccine appointments for eligible patients on its waitlist
UW Medicine is now scheduling COVID-19 vaccine appointments for eligible patients on its waitlist. To join the waitlist, please follow the instructions at uw.edu/coronavirus/vaccine.
March 1, 2021
Updates on spring break and COVID-19 vaccines (Message to students)
As we all look forward to the week off, we also must make sure spring break doesn’t become a break from taking precautions against the coronavirus. While case counts in Washington and the nation have thankfully declined from their winter peak, the number of infected individuals is still high.
February 19, 2021
Last weekend’s reckless gathering impacts our whole community (Message to Seattle students)
The large gathering that took place in an alleyway north of campus this past Saturday did not live up to the most basic health standards to which the University of Washington holds our students and community members.
