Thanks to those who came to the February 12 All-Hands! If you weren't able to attend or want to review the materials, go to the All-Hands page on the Employee Portal to find a video recording, slides and more.
We want your feedback! Share your thoughts in our survey so that we can improve the event in the future.
Save the date: The Summer All-Hands is on August 7. Stay tuned for details.
The All-Hands Planning committee and UWF communications team begin planning the winter and summer All-Hands meetings months in advance. Members of the All-Hands Planning committee, led by Stephanie Parker and made up of administrative and other staff from across UWF, bring ideas for the event based on feedback from their units. They also manage all logistics, food and coordination for the day of the event. The communications team creates the program and graphic design, including posters and placemats.
PARTNER RESOURCES UPDATE
INFLUENZA AND RESPIRATORY INFORMATION Influenza-like illness and activity is very high in Washington. Coronavirus infection is also increasing but is less common than flu. RSV infection is decreasing.
Please wash your hands frequently, cover your cough and stay home when you are sick. Refer to the public health flowchart for COVID-19 and respiratory virus symptoms.
RESPONDING TO REQUESTS FROM FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
The UW is dedicated to a safe learning, teaching, research and visitor environment in a diverse community that values compassion and belonging.
If a student, faculty member or staff person on a UW campus or in a UW location is approached by a federal enforcement officer who requests access to UW facilities, inquires about members of the campus community or requests access to records, follow this protocol created by the Division of Campus Community Safety.
CAMPUS CONNECTION
NEXT UW PRESIDENT
Dr. Robert J. Jones will join the UW in August from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he currently serves as chancellor.
UW TRASH CONTEST
Get creative with the 2025 Trash Art Contest, open to students, staff and faculty. UW Recycling is looking for creative art and literary works about waste. Submissions are due March 28.
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black History Month is a time to celebrate the achievements, influences and legacies of Black Americans. Get involved by donating to a nonprofit, engaging with local art and exploring educational resources.
FAIR COALITION UPDATE
REACH OUT TO THE FAIR COALITION
The FAIR (Facilities Action for Inclusion and Respect) Coalition is made up of 20 of your colleagues across UW Facilities. Its goal is to drive organizational change and work toward creating a workplace that is more inclusive, equitable and culturally competent.
The FAIR members in your unit will be looking to you to make sure they are representing your concerns. Please reach out to individual FAIR members or send your ideas and suggestions to fair-uwf@uw.edu.
BIPOC STAFF MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
The UW-wide BIPOC Staff Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort. In its second year, the program for professional staff focuses on increasing representation and creating career opportunities. All professional staff within the UW tri-campus community, regardless of race or ethnicity, are welcome to apply. Applications open through March 3.
PET OF THE MONTH: Miniature horses Flame, Rosie, and Rita
Owner:Mike Morris, Program Support Supervisor II, Moving Operations
Mike and his wife Cindy own 18 miniature horses and two Shetland ponies. "All of our horses have very distinct personalities," said Cindy. "They are amazing members of our family and enrich our lives daily. I owe them everything."
If you'd like your pet to be featured, emailmistysr@uw.edu.
RECOGNITION
Welcome Welcome to our newest employees: Michelle Braun, Custodian Area D, Building Services; Danielle Lamb, Assistant to the Directors, Asset Management; Alan Simons, Carpenter Shop 15, Maintenance & Construction; Heidi Wickersham, Sales & Administration Manager, Transportation Services
Promotions Congratulations to Nick Osborne on his new role as Maintenance Zone Project Coordinator, Maintenance & Construction.
Retirements A very sincere thanks to recent retirees Clayton Brainerd (16 years) Lou Cariello (7 years), Ian Fournie (5 years), Geoff Hallett (16 years), Jeff Hnilo (10 years) and Cynthia Peterson (10 years).
In memoriam We mourn the loss of Tim Chapman, Program Support Supervisor 2, Maintenance & Construction, and Kevin Hoffman, Window Washer 2 Area W, Building Services.
FROM THE BLOG
MAKING THE ROUNDS WITH NIGHTRIDE
Get a peak into an evening with NightRide, the UW's free nighttime shuttle serving campus and the nearby neighborhood.
