Human Resources
April 3, 2020
Huskies rally to support COVID-19 need for masks, child care
On a typical day, Julianne Dalcanton is an astrophysicist, studying the far reaches of the universe.
These aren’t typical days. Across the University of Washington, faculty, staff, clinicians and students are stepping forward in a variety of ways to support the COVID-19 response, particularly efforts to help front-line medical personnel.
April 11, 2017
New cloud-based payroll system coming to UW in June
In June, the UW’s antiquated, 35-year-old payroll software system will be replaced by Workday, a modern, easy-to-use, cloud-based software system. Workday has the potential to transform the way we work at the University, making us more streamlined and employee friendly.
December 15, 2015
New options for working parents and caregivers at the UW
University of Washington working parents and caregivers balancing responsibilities at work and home will soon have more choices. To offset the waitlists parents experience at UW’s four child care centers, new full-time care options will be available in January at designated Bright Horizons and KinderCare centers. Enrollment priority will be offered by both centers and…
January 24, 2014
News writer survives kettlebell workout – with photos from The Whole U’s kickoff event
More than a thousand people participated in a Jan. 24 kettlebell workout as the kickoff event for The Whole U, an initiative to make it easier for UW faculty and staff to access the university’s health, arts, culture and other resources and to connect with people with similar interests.
January 21, 2014
A new record: UW Combined Fund Drive raises $2.18 million
The 2013 University of Washington Combined Fund Drive raised $2,181,617, pledging $63,789 more than last year.
December 2, 2013
Last chance to donate: UW Combined Fund Drive ends Dec. 6
UW faculty and staff have until Dec. 6 to contribute to this year’s UW Combined Fund Drive, part of Washington state’s workplace giving campaign.