Welcome to your UW home in retirement. Whether you are still employed and beginning to think about retirement, a UW retiree searching for an update on retiree benefits, or a longtime member looking for the latest programs and events, we are here to serve you.

Statement in Support of the University of Washington and Higher Education

The University of Washington Retirement Association represents generations of administrators, faculty, and staff who have dedicated their professional lives to advancing knowledge, fostering critical inquiry, and serving the public good through higher education. The UWRA believes that the strength of the University of Washington lies in its commitment to truth, intellectual diversity, and service to society.

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Upcoming Events

October
16

Coffee & Community at the UW Club

Join us every Thursday for coffee, conversation, and community in the iconic UW Club. Complimentary drip coffee and tea provided by UWRA.

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October
27

The Hidden Heart of Human Rights

Molly Melching, founder of the nonprofit Tostan, will discuss the critical need to complement top-down, abstract policies and laws with large-scale investment in local understanding, deliberation, and ownership of human rights and responsibilities and the deeper values from which they emerge.

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November
4

UW-IT: Tools & Technology for UW Retirees

In this online session, learn what happens to your UW email and other technology when you retire.

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November
5

Learn What’s Changing in UWRP & VIP

Join this online session to learn about January 2026 changes to the UW Retirement Plan (UWRP) and the Voluntary Investment Program (VIP) plans.

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Looking for Recordings of Past Events?

Recordings, presenter slide decks, and additional resources for virtually all our online programs are available in our Past Event Archive. Use the filter at the top of the page to narrow down the list, or scroll to see a listing of all past events in chronological order.

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Thinking About Retirement?

Planning to Retire

Retirement can feel daunting. From paperwork and timelines to workshops to help you make sense of it all, we’ve gathered the resources and links you’ll need to guide you through the process, all in one place.

Retirement Resource Fair

Questions about retiree benefits or your Medicare plan options? Wondering how to access your retiree parking privilege, or maintain access to your UW email address? The Retirement Resource Fair has answers to these questions and more.