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Cool Perks for UW Employees
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About the UW – Discover the University of Washington! UW history, fun facts and helpful tips for
navigating all that the UW has to offer
http://www.washington.edu/about/
Campus Safety – Get connected to a variety of campus safety and emergency preparedness
resources
http://www.washington.edu/safety/
Commute Concierge – Need help planning your commute? Transportation Services’ Commute
Concierge is your one-stop shop for learning about your commute options. Offering personalized
commute plans, customized commute options kits, and friendly, knowledgeable staff, ready to answer
all of your commute questions
http://transportation.uw.edu/commute-concierge
Employee Self Service (ESS) – A web based resource where employees can view their personal
payroll, benefits and leave information. In ESS, employees also have the ability to update or change
personal information such as direct deposit, W-4 and home address
http://f2.washington.edu/fm/payroll/payroll/ESS
m.UW – The UW App for Android gives you access to the latest information about the University of
Washington wherever you are. Stay connected with directories, maps, sports scores, events, UW
news and information, and more
The Resource – UWHR newsletter designed to keep you informed of offerings from across the
University that helps you make the most out of your UW employment
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/publications/email/hr/convio/resource/currentissue/index.html
Transportation Services – Helping you get to the UW’s Seattle campus and better understand your
commute options – carpooling, parking, biking, walking, shuttles, and more
http://www.washington.edu/facilities/transportation/index
UPASS – A bus pass, plus more! U-PASS provides full fare coverage on a variety of transportation
options—from buses, commuter train service and light rail, to vanpooling and discounted impromptu
carpooling. Enjoy great benefits like:
 Free rides on the NightRide Shuttle
 Exclusive student, staff and faculty discounts on Zipcar, car2go and Pronto! Emerald City Cycle
Share
 Discounted & priority carpool parking (find a carpool partner with UW Zimride)
 Access to the Emergency Ride Home Program
http://www.washington.edu/facilities/transportation/employee-u-pass
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UW Campus Tours – Explore the beauty of this historic campus! Campus Tour Only sessions are
highlighted in black, and are available to UW staff members
http://admit.washington.edu/Visit/FroshInfoSessionTour
UW Employee Discounts – Save money and time with great discount offers on everything from
auto services, food, and fitness, to travel and wellness
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UW Savings Center (through UW CareLink APS Healthcare; organization code "advantage"):
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Whole U Discount Program and More Ways to Save!
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/worklife/carelink/index.html Visit the APS
HelpLink portal (use "UW" as the company code to log in) Visit Savings Center
https://www.washington.edu/wholeu/discounts/?t=df46eec12205dee87b7a79eb26856611
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/saving/moresaving.html
UW Interactive Campus Map – Navigate the University of Washington campus with ease.
Landmarks, libraries, dining options, computer labs, parking lots and so much more
http://www.washington.edu/maps/
Whole U – A holistic employee engagement program that helps connect UW faculty and staff with
great resources available at the University. Bringing people and resources together to make it easier
to live active, engaged lives
http://uw.edu/wholeu
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Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking Technology (DO-IT) – Promoting the success of
individuals with disabilities in postsecondary education and careers, using technology as an
empowering tool
http://www.washington.edu/doit/
e-learning – A community for those that develop e-learning courses across the UW. This group will
meet the third Friday of every 2 months in the UW Tower. Subscribe to their mailing list at:
http://mailman.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/elearning/
Faculty and Staff Affinity Groups – Build community and foster connections with other faculty and
staff at the UW, by getting involved with one of our faculty and staff affinity groups
http://www.washington.edu/diversity/affinity/
Graduate Opportunities and Minority Achievement Program (GO-MAP) – Building
community, on and off campus, by fostering an educational and social environment rich in cultural,
ethnic, and racial diversity
http://www.grad.washington.edu/gomap/calendar.shtml
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LeanCoffee – For anyone interested in Lean, Agile, continuous improvement, scrum, TQM, etc.
Group meets Tuesday mornings from 7:45 – 8:45 in the UW Tower Cafeteria. Subscribe to their
mailing list at:
http://mailman.u.washington.edu/mailman/listinfo/leancoffee/
Professional Staff Organization – Serving as a resource for professional staff at the UW
http://depts.washington.edu/psoweb/
University of Washington Toastmasters – Helping students, staff, faculty and members of the
community become experienced and successful public speakers in a supportive, fun environment
http://depts.washington.edu/uwtm/index.php
UWellness – Services, activities, programs, and groups within the University of Washington that
support your health and well being
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/wellness/index.html
UW Alumni Association – Whether you're interested in groundbreaking UW research, UW
happenings on campus and across the country, lectures from influential figures or news about the
people and history of your university, no matter where you go, membership keeps you connected
* Note: You don’t have to be a UW Alum to join the UW Alumni Association
http://www.washington.edu/alumni/index.html
UW Calendar of Events – A calendar of all Seattle campus public events (except class meetings)
http://www.washington.edu/calendar/
UW Environmental Stewardship & Sustainability – Providing sustainability resources for
students, administration, and the UW community
http://f2.washington.edu/ess/
UW Green Teams – Collaborative groups around campus committed to improving the environmental
sustainability of their workplace—or any shared space, for that matter
http://green.washington.edu/uw-green-teams
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Arts UW – A comprehensive guide to a world of creative experiences right here at UW
http://artsuw.org/
Botany Greenhouse – Greenhouse & Medicinal Herb Garden tours
http://www.biology.washington.edu/greenhouse/k12.html
Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture – Inspiring people to value their connection with
all life--and to act accordingly--through the presentation of Washington State collections of natural
and cultural heritage. Free admission with your Husky Card
http://www.burkemuseum.org/
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Dining Options – With over 40 locations on campus, from the grocery store District Market to
numerous restaurants, cafés, food trucks and even a food court, great food is never more than a twominute walk away
https://www.hfs.washington.edu/dining/about/
Emergency Ride Home Program – Reimburses faculty and staff UPASS holders for 90 percent of
the meter fare for your taxi ride (tip not included) - up to 50 miles per quarter
* Note: The Emergency Ride Home program is available only to faculty and staff with a valid UPASS. HMC, UW Bothell and UW Tacoma offer separate, but similar benefits. Please contact the
applicable program if you are an HMC or branch campus employee: HMC 206.744.3254; UW Bothell
425.352.3640; UW Tacoma 253.692.4669
http://www.washington.edu/facilities/transportation/employee-u-pass
Experimental College – Enriching the UW educational environment by creating and offering an
opportunity for UW students and the Seattle community to share experiences and knowledge through
fun and innovative non-credit classes
http://depts.washington.edu/asuwxpcl/
Health Sciences Express – Providing transportation between the UW and certain affiliated medical
centers
http://www.washington.edu/facilities/transportation/uwshuttles/hse
Henry Art Gallery – An active part of the UW’s cultural landscape, presenting exhibitions,
collections, and public programs that stimulate research and teaching. Free admission with your
Husky card
http://www.henryart.org/
Husky Card Services – The official identification card for members of the UW community, providing
access to a variety of services, discounts, and opportunities including access to campus libraries
http://www.hfs.washington.edu/husky_card/
Intramural Activities Center (IMA) and Recreational Sports – Exercise, sports and fitness
options including a golf range, climbing center and the Waterfront Activities Center
http://depts.washington.edu/ima/
Professional & Continuing Education – Certificates, degrees, and courses designed and
scheduled for adult learners
http://www.pce.uw.edu/
Professional & Organizational Development – Supporting your career success with classes,
certificates, leadership skills training, and organizational development services
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/pod/
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Safety Training – Helping to create safe educational and work environments on campus through
online and in-person training classes
Environmental Health & Safety – http://www.ehs.washington.edu/psotrain/index.shtm
UW Emergency Management – https://www.washington.edu/cms/uwem/training-offered-by-uwem/
Theodore Jacobsen Observatory – Built in 1895, the Observatory with its 110-year old refracting
telescope is still offering celestial views of the wonders of the Universe
http://www.astro.washington.edu/groups/outreach/tjo/
Tuition Exemption – Take up to six credits per quarter at the UW or other participating Washington
state-funded universities, community colleges, and technical colleges, on a space-available basis
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/pod/policies/tuition-exemption.html
Tuition Exemptions and Reductions – More educational opportunities for UW employees
http://www.washington.edu/students/reg/tuition_exempt_reductions.html
UCAR-Car Sharing Program – Supporting the short term transportation needs of the UW
community, available for education, research, outreach and other university business
http://www.washington.edu/facilities/transportation/fleetservices/ucar/info.php
UWare Software – Download software at reduced or no cost, thanks to various license agreements
with software vendors
https://www.washington.edu/itconnect/wares/uware/
UW Alert – A free, voluntary, self-subscription service that disseminates official information during
emergencies or crisis situations that may disrupt the normal operation of the UW or threaten the
health or safety of members of the UW community
http://www.washington.edu/alert/index.php
UW Botanical Garden – This nationally renowned living plant collection contains over 10,000
specimens, and offers tours, classes and other events
http://depts.washington.edu/uwbg/
UW CareLink – Offers a wide range of services that can help you manage through the different
stages of life, develop a healthy lifestyle, create a quality work environment, and save time by
providing easy access to trusted experts, including counselors, attorneys, financial advisors, as well as
child, adult, and elder care consultants
www.uwcarelink.com
UW Combined Fund Drive – Washington's workplace giving campaign which provides faculty and
staff the opportunity to give to their favorite charities through payroll deduction or a one-time gift
http://depts.washington.edu/uwcfd/
UW Drama – One of this country's leading training institutions for theatre artists and scholars,
offering several theatrical productions each year
http://depts.washington.edu/uwdrama/
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UW Hatchery – Tours of the UW research and teaching hatchery are available year-round
http://www.fish.washington.edu/hatchery/education.html
UW Learning Technologies – Offering free workshops (to current UW students, faculty and staff)
in teaching tools such as Canvas and Lecture Capture, and in digital creation tools like HTML, CSS,
and more. Plus resources to help students, faculty, staff, and others develop their information
technology skills
http://www.washington.edu/lst/workshops
UW Libraries – Use your Husky Card to access over 30 UW libraries from general to specialized
subject matter
http://www.lib.washington.edu/
UW Medical Center Support Groups and Education – Health education services and support
groups are available to UW Medicine patients, families and community members
http://uwmedicine.washington.edu/Patient-Care/Patient-Family-Resources/Pages/Classes-andSupport-Groups.aspx
UW Planetarium – Providing a detailed and accurate simulation of the night sky; and equipped with
a permanently mounted digital projection system (in addition to the starball) and a library of digital
visualizations
http://www.astro.washington.edu/groups/outreach/planetarium/
UW School of Music – Each year, presenting well over 100 concerts of music spanning more than a
millennium of time and extending across the cultural globe
http://www.music.washington.edu/home/
UW Shuttles – Campus transportation options including Dial-a-Ride, Health Sciences Express, Night
Ride Shuttle, and South Lake Union Shuttle
http://www.washington.edu/admin/shuttles/
UW Surplus Store – Reuse. Repurpose. Recycle. Purchase UW surplus property at public sales and
live auctions. Audio/Video equipment, bicycles, computer equipment, furniture, and more
http://www.washington.edu/facilities/finadmin/movingandsurplus/inventory/index
UW Today – What’s hot, hip, and happening at the UW! Sign up for E-News from UW Today
http://www.washington.edu/news/
UW Women’s Center – Building a culture of gender equity campus-wide, locally and globally
though educational programs, individualized services, and skills training
http://depts.washington.edu/womenctr/
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UW WorkLife Resources – Providing resources, promoting healthy lifestyles, and creating a quality
work environment
http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/benefits/worklife/index.html
UW World Series – Internationally acclaimed artists perform in Meany Hall for the Performing Arts
in four series: UW World Dance, UW World Music & Theatre, President’s Piano, and International
Chamber Music Series
www.uwworldseries.org
Washington Huskies -- The Official Athletic Website of the UW – Husky sports schedules,
tickets, E-news, merchandise, apparel and more
http://www.gohuskies.com/
Waterfront Activities Center – Located directly behind Husky Stadium on Union Bay and the
Montlake Cut, the WAC offers canoe and rowboat rentals, storage of non-motorized craft for UW
students, staff and alumnus, and a lounge/meeting room available for use by university groups and
departments
http://www.washington.edu/ima/wac/
Zimride – A private ridesharing network for UW Seattle. Split costs by sharing the empty seats in
your car or catch a ride with a classmate or colleague
http://zimride.washington.edu/
Zipcar – Wheels when you want them. With 8 at the UW and 5 more within a 1/2 mile walk, Zipcars
are available whether you need a car for a few hours to run errands or the whole day (to get away)
www.zipcar.com/u-pass
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