Faculty & Staff Insider
Welcome to the Faculty & Staff Insider! Here you will find relevant resources and weekly updates to enhance your employment experience at the UW.
NOTEWORTHY
Faculty spotlight
Working with multilingual student writers
Learn about strategies and resources that support effective academic writing, particularly for international and multilingual (I/M) students. Join the session on March 19 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Staff spotlight
Build your inclusive language skills
Examine how grammatical conventions have evolved over time and learn why avoiding gendered and biased language is important to fostering inclusivity in the workplace.
Student spotlight
Compete in the annual Student Video Contest
Since 2018, this annual student video contest has produced some amazing videos to highlight all there is to love about UW Libraries. Put your creative talents to work by Friday, April 4 for a chance to win a cash prize.
NEWS AND RESOURCES
View the Feb. 19, 2025 issue of UW Insider or request access for an archived issue.
Welcome Robert J. Jones, the next UW president
On Feb. 3, 2025, the University of Washington Board of Regents announced that Robert J. Jones was selected as the 34th president of the UW. Jones is currently the chancellor of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and will begin his UW presidency Aug. 1.
UW-IT AI initiatives
Guided by the University’s mission, UW-IT is dedicated to advancing the ethical and equitable use of AI. We adhere to industry standards and prioritize security to provide innovative, trusted AI solutions for the UW community.
Distinguished Alumni Veteran Award
Nominate a living UW alumnus veteran who made a positive impact on the local, national or international community, the University of Washington or the veteran community.
Rev up your classes with Jupyter Notebook
UW-IT’s JupyterHub services allow faculty to bring the full power of cloud computing into the classroom.
Your guide to unlocking your creativity
Creativity has many benefits, from improving mental well-being to renewing a sense of purpose. This guide from The Whole U will help you to harness your creativity and connect with hobbies that interest you most.
Looking for affordable housing near UW’s Seattle campus?
MFTE units are now available at Bridges@11th, offering below-market rent for eligible individuals and families. See if you qualify and how you can apply.
Support student success at UW with these open roles
We’re hiring for various roles in student services. Know someone who’s dedicated to supporting students? Share these roles today.
Why stress is bad for your heart
It might not be the most obvious risk for your heart, but chronic stress can lead to cardiovascular disease. Read about some ways you can navigate stress better.
Enter the annual Trash Art Contest
Create a piece of art from items thought of as trash or submit literature about waste. Winners will receive a $100 or $50 gift card.
