The HUB offers amenities that enhance campus life, student involvement, and promote the University’s mission and programs.
Amenities in the HUB
ATMs
The HUB is home to six ATMS, most of which offer $5 bills and postage stamps. For problems with an ATM, please contact the banking institution directly.
- First Floor: U.S. Bank – outside their branch
- Ground Floor: Bank of America, Boeing Employees Credit Union – BECU, Washington State Employees Credit Union – WSECU.
Baby Changing Stations
The HUB is committed to assisting with the childcare needs of students and all HUB visitors and has Baby Changing Stations installed in certain restrooms.
- First Floor: Men’s and Women’s bathrooms
- Ground Floor: Men’s and Women’s bathrooms
- Third Floor: Gender neutral bathroom
Bike Resources
Bike Racks
The HUB has several outdoor bike racks and one bike house for riders to secure their bikes. Bikes are NOT allowed inside the HUB.
- HUB North Entrance: 2 Racks – By ASUW Bike Shop and between North Entrance and N-22
- HUB Southwest Entrance: 1 Rack – Between HUB and Sieg Hall
- HUB South: 1 Rack by Bus Stop
- HUB Loading Dock: 1 Bike House (requires rental)
Biking Resources
- Bike Tire Pump: Outside the HUB North Entrance near the ASUW Bike Shop & bike racks
UW Transportation Services: Bike Lockers
ASUW Bike Shop: Bike Repair
Commuter Kiosk
The HUB’s Commuter Kiosk on the first floor provides information and schedules for the following transportation options for the greater Seattle area.
UW Commuter Services – U-PASS
King County Metro Transit
Community Transit
Sound Transit
WA State Ferry System
Charging Station & Power Outlets
HUB Main Lounge The HUB has a charging station located in the HUB Main Lounge on the first floor. It has 8 charging cables including Apple 30-Pin, Apple Lightning, Micro USB, and USB Type-C. Power up at the HUB, Huskies! |
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Student Org Resource Center Students utilizing the Resource Center can also use the SORC charging station and lockers. |
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There are numerous outlets throughout all lounges and seating areas in the HUB to accommodate charging electronics from laptops to cellphones. The HUB encourages everyone to maintain vigilance over their electronics while charging. |
Compost & Recycling
The HUB is committed to the University’s mission of reducing waste and provides Compost, Recycling, and Trash receptacles throughout all areas of the HUB, large meeting and event spaces, and in all units & offices. The HUB encourages all HUB visitors and guests to properly dispose of trash and recyclable materials.
Elevators - Freight & Passenger
Freight Elevators
The HUB has 3 freight/service elevators available for back of the house use. Each freight elevator accesses different locations and floors of the HUB including the HUB Loading Dock. An elevator card is required to access and use the freight elevators. Elevator cards may be checked out from the HUB Info Desk with a valid photo ID.
For questions regarding access or which freight elevator to use, please contact HUB Event Services at 206-543-8191 or email hubres@uw.edu.
Passenger Elevators
The HUB has 3 passenger elevators for use by all visitors and guests. The dual elevators (closest to the HUB Main Desk) run from the HUB Third floor to the HUB Basement floor. The single elevator (closest to the HUB Lyceum) runs from the HUB Third floor to the HUB Sub-Basement.
eMedia Recycling
The HUB has one eMedia recycling bin that facilitates disposal of electronic media in a safe and responsible way. The eMedia bin, located on the HUB First floor by the double elevators, may be used to dispose of ink cartridges, batteries, small personal electronics (pagers, pdas, cellphones), and media (cds, dvds, video & audio tapes)
This service is provided by: UW Facilities Services
More information: UW’s eMedia Recycling Program
Fireplaces
Foot Washing Station
The HUB has 2 foot washing stations, one each in the men’s and women’s bathrooms on the HUB Basement floor.
Gender Neutral Restroom
The HUB has an all gender, family-friendly, and disability accessible restroom on the HUB Third Floor. Please note, all HUB restrooms are ADA compliant.
Hydration Stations
A Hydration Station is more than just a water fountain. It provides healthier, filtered water. The no-touch water dispenser is great for filling up your personal water container. There are 1-2 hydration stations located on each floor of the HUB. The HUB is committed to reducing plastic bottles in the waste stream.
Lactation Station
Care givers are welcome to utilize the space and lactation services provided in the Commuter & Transfer Commons (HUB 141). The space is available on a first come, first served basis during Commuter & Transfer Commons operating hours. For access outside of operating hours, please contact the HUB Information Desk.
Loading Dock
The HUB loading dock is located on the east side of the HUB along Stevens Way NE. The dock can accommodate up to 2 semi-trucks (back-in parking) or 4 delivery trucks in separate bays. The loading dock is NOT a parking lot. The loading dock has access to 2 freight elevators.
Microwaves
There are several microwaves in the HUB available for personal use.
- Commuter Commons [HUB 145]: 2 microwaves (Commuter students only)
- Etc. [HUB Ground]: 1 microwave (by the ATM)
- Husky Den [HUB Ground]: 1 microwave (around the corner from Red Radish)
- Resource Center [HUB 111]: 1 microwave (RSO students only)
Night Ride Shuttle
The UW Night Ride service has two stops on the west side of the HUB – at both bus stops closest to the HUB on Stevens Way. Night Ride Shuttles are operated and managed by UW Transportation Services.
Restrooms
The HUB has several restrooms across the building.
- Basement Floor: Across from the HUB Lockers
- Ground Floor: Near Husky Den Food Court between stairs leading to first floor, Near the south elevator
- First Floor: Main Atria
- Second Floor: Near the Mural Lounge, South Ballroom entrance
- Third Floor: Near HUB 337
Study Spaces
The HUB has lots of study space and power sources for students to study independently or as a group. Each floor in the HUB has tables, couches, & chairs in the lounges. Students are welcome to study at the HUB during building hours.
- First Floor: North Entrance Lounge, Main Lounge, HUB Street, Lyceum Foyer
- Second Floor: North Lounge, Mural Lounge, South Lounge, South Prefunction (when not in use)
- Third Floor: 2 lounges near elevators
- Ground Floor: Husky Den seating
- Basement Floor: HUB Games Foyer
- SubBasement Floor: Lounge near HUB Meditation Room
Vending Machines
There are several vending machines on the HUB Ground floor that provide water, milk products, snacks, and Coca-Cola products. All vending machines accept Husky Cards, dollar bills, and coins. Anyone experiencing difficulties with a machine is encouraged to contact phone number listed on the specific machine. HUB staff cannot resolve mechanical issues or offer refunds for the vending machines.
This service is provided by: Housing and Food Services
For customer service: Call 206-685-8221 or email vending@uw.edu More info…
Way-Finding Screens
The HUB has 5 touch screens with way-finding capabilities located throughout the HUB. Guests are encouraged to engage with the screens for HUB floor maps, meeting and event schedules, and to view the HUB’s website and social media channels.
- North Entrance: lower screen
- Main Desk: both screens
- West Column: lower screen
- Southwest Entrance: right screen
WiFi
Wireless access is provided in all campus buildings, including the HUB. A UWNetID is required to access the internet outside of the UW websites using the “University of Washington” wireless network.
More information: Using Wi-Fi at the UW
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