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December 07, 2012

E-RESOURCE: Learn a Language Online With OneClickDigital

Pimsleur_60Brushing up on Russian for your study abroad experience? Want to learn Italian before your big trip next summer? Check out OneClickDigital, a collection of downloadable audiobooks that includes Pimsleur language courses. Download the MediaManager app for your Mac, Android, or Kindle device and then choose which language book you want. From Arabic to Urdo, this UW-restricted e-resource from UW Libraries can help with your language learning.

October 31, 2011

Travel Reimbursements: Direct Deposits Begin November 1

Dollar_60On November 1, direct deposit of travel expense reimbursements will be the default payment method for UW employees already enrolled in Payroll direct deposit. This process improvement will reduce labor costs and save the University over $100,000 a year, reports UW Today. It is the final phase of a two-year collaborative effort between the UW Travel Office and UW-IT.

January 28, 2011

UW Zimride Promotes Ride-Sharing and the Environment

Zimride Want to carpool with others in the UW community? UW Zimride provides an online private network of potential ride partners that makes the process easy and is secured by UW NetID. View the Zimride new user video, then log in to find or share a ride that supports sustainability and reduces carbon.

January 19, 2011

Videoconference Studios With On-Site Support at UW Seattle

Videoconf2 If you need to meet with colleagues or groups at other institutions, consider booking the Videoconference Studios in Odegaard Undergraduate Library or Health Sciences. Your reservation fee includes on-site support and equipment operation by UW-IT.

March 08, 2010

OneBusAway: UW/King County Collaboration Wins Technology Award

Bus OneBusAway is a King County transit tool developed with the UW that lets you track your bus by phone or online. It was named "Best use of Technology in the Government, Nonprofit or Educational Sector" at the Washington Technology Industry Association's 15th annual industry achievement awards. Read an earlier UWeek story.

July 22, 2009

E-RESOURCE: Global Road Warrior

Eiffel_Tower Traveling this summer? Get answers to your practical questions about travel to 175 countries with Global Road Warrior. This UW-restricted travel guide includes information such as country facts, climate, culture, maps, points of interest, security, transportation, and more.

May 26, 2009

Travel-Freeze Blues? Videoconference Instead!

Vidconference Videoconferencing studios at UW Seattle allow you to meet face-to-face with people across the state or around the world without leaving campus. It's easier and cheaper than traveling, and reservations are available for as little as one hour or an entire workday. Visit Learning & Scholarly Technologies online to learn more.