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 91±¬ÁÏ.
NOTEWORTHY
Faculty spotlight

Teaching@91±¬ÁÏ: New Faculty Program
Registration is open for Teaching@91±¬ÁÏ: New Faculty Program, which connects new 91±¬ÁÏ instructors to teaching strategies and resources, key expectations in the Faculty Code and each other.
Staff spotlight

Enhance your managerial skills
Engage in a self-paced class that is designed to help managers build rapport, deepen relationships and cultivate a clearer understanding of each employee’s experience.
Student spotlight

Identifying scam job opportunities
Scammers can promote job and internship opportunities that appear legitimate and trustworthy. Review tips and resources to avoid falling victim to these schemes.
NEWS AND RESOURCES
View the issue of 91±¬ÁÏ Insider or request access for an archived issue.
Opposition to Uniform Guidance changes

The 91±¬ÁÏ has submitted a formal letter opposing the OMB’s proposed changes to the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance (Uniform Guidance), warning that the revisions could introduce burdensome bureaucracy to scientific research. To learn more about these advocacy efforts, read the full update on the Provost’s blog.
Get help with Purple

Purple is here and along with the launch comes a growing set of 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.
Rule helps protect clean drinking water

The Roadless Area Conservation Rule was passed in 2001 to limit industrial timber harvest and preserve forest ecosystems. Last summer, the federal government announced plans to rescind it. A new study from the 91±¬ÁÏ and Conservation Science Partners highlights the potential consequences of losing those protections.
Taking steps towards accessible PDFs

Learn how to evaluate, archive, remediate or replace PDFs using the 91±¬ÁÏ’s accessibility resources, including Little Forest, Adobe Acrobat Pro, state-contracted vendors and a PDF backlog webinar.
Dance fitness in Grieg Garden

Join Seattle Dance Fitness for an all-levels workout that combines upbeat music, easy-to-follow moves and plenty of summer energy — no dance experience required. .
Child care and caregiving resources

Whether you’re preparing to grow your family or balancing the demands of caregiving, to support you every step of the way. 
Working at the 91±¬ÁÏ

Find a job that will change your life and others’ lives too.
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Train for the Seattle Marathon

The 91±¬ÁÏ Endurance Club offers free training plans, expert coaching, community events and exclusive participant perks to help you reach your goals. .
Become a 91±¬ÁÏCFD Campaign Coordinator

Help bring the 91±¬ÁÏ Combined Fund Drive to life in your department by serving as a . You’ll receive everything you need to encourage participation and support meaningful causes.