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
Looking for ways to use generative AI to support student learning?
“AI+Teaching: Using AI to Advance Learning” is a 4-week, fully online course that explores evidence-based strategies that incorporate generative AI to advance student learning.
Staff spotlight
Sign up for summer classes
Explore free classes offered by Professional & Organizational Development, including Foundations of Virtual Presentations, Microsoft Copilot & AI at UW, De-Escalation Skills for the Workplace and Tactical Leadership.
Student spotlight
Rock your LinkedIn profile
July 13 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Zoom
Take a step to make the most of your LinkedIn profile. Join this session to learn what it takes to build a great profile that speaks to your ideal audience and get your questions answered by an expert.
NEWS AND RESOURCES
View the Wednesday, Feb. 25 issue of UW Insider or request access for an archived issue.
Updates from the Provost
Review the regular digest provided by the Provost with updates on federal, national and local issues. Use it to learn about these issues as they relate to teaching, research and service, actions the University is taking and ways to get involved. Read the Provost’s update from June 11.
Get help with Purple
Purple is here, and along with the launch comes a growing set of support resources to help you get started, learn effective prompting practices and use the tool responsibly. Whether you are looking for quick help, detailed documentation, training opportunities or ways to connect with others, there are several resources available to support you.
PaperTok turns research papers into short videos
A University of Washington team created PaperTok, an AI tool that helps users turn research papers into 45-second videos. A researcher can upload a paper to the tool, which then uses Google Gemini to write a short script explaining it. Once it’s ready, they can then edit the transcript and the resulting video clip.
Build your digital accessibility skills this summer
Join Progress Over Perfection (POP) sessions for hour-long workshops on digital accessibility, featuring practical instruction, hands-on practice and reflection. Designed for all UW community members seeking flexible, supportive summer learning.
UW Photo Day returns
Enjoy this annual event with complimentary professional photography at some of the most beautiful locations on campus. Bring your loved ones, strike a pose and create keepsakes you’ll treasure for years to come. Save your spot (NetID required).
Submit expense reports within 60 days to avoid tax implications
Effective Monday, July 6, the UW will adopt Rule 2 of the IRS Accountable Plan. Under this rule, employee expenses must be substantiated through an Expense Report within 60 days to qualify for tax-free reimbursement. Get more details.
Working at the UW
Find a job that will change your life, and others’ lives too.
– Academic jobs
– Staff jobs
– Student jobs
– UW Medicine jobs
Summer Wellness Series: Grieg Garden yoga
Step away from your desk and into the serenity of Grieg Garden. Join instructor Danny Arguetty each Wednesday in July for mindful movement to support your well-being in the middle of the workweek. Register to join (NetID required).
Cheer on UW Football this fall
Whether you’re looking for single-game tickets, a season ticket package or a Husky Pass, there are multiple ways to experience game day at Husky Stadium while saving on tickets throughout the season. Get your discounted tickets.
