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
Preserving learning in an era of automation
Join Marc Watkins, coauthor of the new Norton Guide to AI-Aware Teaching, to explore strategies for balancing analog learning and technologies like AI to protect students’ core skills development.
Staff spotlight
Center wellness in your workplace culture
Managers and supervisors are invited to a new learning series focused on creating healthier, more connected workplaces across the UW. Join for practical strategies, conversation with fellow leaders and opportunities to strengthen well-being.
Student spotlight
Join the Dawg Dash ($)
Oct. 18 | UW Seattle campus
Lace up your sneakers and soak in the fall campus beauty at the annual 10K run and 5K run/walk. From race start to the Post-Dash Bash finish, it’s a day of fun for the whole Husky pack. Students save on registration, with discounted prices of $30.
NEWS AND RESOURCES
Watch the 2026 State of the University Address
On October 8, 2026, President Robert J. Jones delivered his first State of the University address in which he reflected on his first year as president and shared his vision and the University’s strategy for the future as it navigates the challenges and opportunities ahead.
When AI can help, choose Purple
Meet Purple, the UW’s generative AI tool, available in a UW-supported environment to faculty, staff and students. Purple is designed to support the thoughtful use of institutional, research and personal information. Learn more about this optional tool, including what it can do and how to get started.
UW-led optoelectronic center receives second round of funding
A University of Washington-led center for optoelectronics — technologies that combine light and electronics — brings researchers from 14 universities across the U.S. together with the mission to develop new materials to transform information technology with light. Learn about their broad ranging applications, as the the team continues working with more funding.
Microsoft Teams retention update
Microsoft Teams meeting recordings, transcripts and AI-generated summaries (Intelligent Recap) will automatically be deleted after 120 days unless you choose to keep them longer. Learn more about this change.
November is UW Yoga Month
Join colleagues for 20 days of movement, mindfulness and connection during UW Yoga Month. Enjoy four live virtual classes, weekly on-demand practices and a special community class at the HUB. Register to join (NetID required).
Explore your benefits at a UW Benefits Fair
Make the most of your UW benefits at Benefits Fairs across the UW from Oct. 19 to 22. Stop by to meet benefits providers, ask questions and explore resources available to you and your family ahead of Open Enrollment.
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
Stay healthy this flu season
Join The Whole U on Wednesday, Oct. 14, to learn about flu prevention, vaccine recommendations and practical ways to stay healthy at work and home. Register to join (NetID required).
Kick-off the annual UWCFD Campaign
Celebrate the start of another season of giving on Tuesday, Oct. 13. Connect with colleagues, enjoy coffee and light snacks and hear from inspiring speakers. Register to join (NetID required).
