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
Acing the technical interview: A complete guide
Read a guide with everything you’ll need to know to ace your next technical interview, including preparation, practice and tips for impressing your interviewer.
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.
Choose the right web hosting option for your UW team
Get your UW-branded website up and running easily with multiple options designed to meet your needs.
Cheer on the UW Women’s Soccer team vs Seattle Reign
Don’t miss Washington Women’s Soccer vs. Seattle Reign FC in an epic spring friendly match on March 8. Catch Husky alums and international stars in action.
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Access your tax forms
Digital employee W-2s, 1099-Rs and Stipend Letters are now available in Workday. Paper tax forms were mailed on Jan. 24. Also, see if you qualify for free tax prep services, available through the UW Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program on the Seattle campus.
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.
Is prebiotic soda a good source of fiber?
Several companies are adding a soluble formulation of prebiotic fiber to low-sugar soda. But are the drinks actually good for you?
Understanding caste on campus
Seattle made history in 2023 by recognizing caste as a protected class. Join Dr. Gaurav J. Pathania on Feb. 25 as he unpacks caste’s impact on global South Asian communities and its growing relevance in the U.S. today.
