Diversity 101 Online Course
Diversity 101 is a free, highly interactive, fully online professional development course that explores the concepts of diversity and inclusion particularly as they pertain to the higher education workplace. Click here to learn more about the course.
Summer Session*
When: July 7, 2017 – August 18, 2017
Cost: Free
Registration: Online
*Fall and Winter/Spring sessions are available, but are not eligible for Wellness Incentive points since they occur after the end of the 2017 Wellness Incentive.
As a Healthy for Life sponsored workshop, eligible employees may earn 75 points for completing the Diversity 101 Summer course (7/7 – 8/18 only) by sending a copy of the certificate to Healthy for Life. There are a maximum of 100 points possible for this category. Contact wellness@umsystem.edu with questions about the 2017 Wellness Incentive.
Weight Watchers Open House
Check out a meeting for free and go beyond the scale. The new Weight Watchers Beyond the Scale program helps you eat healthier, get active at your own pace, and discover new ways to define success.
When: June 8, 2017
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Quarterdeck Building, Room 162A
Contact: Marion Spase at marion.l.spase@weightwatchers.com
DEAL DAYS: Sign up or renew your membership by 6/9/17 and get a discount.
Stay Strong Stay Healthy
Stay Strong, Stay Healthy – Level 2
This eight week advanced strength training program is for those who want to challenge themselves a bit more! In order to enroll in the Level 2 program, you must have completed the basic Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program at least twice and/or have approval from the instructor. All equipment provided. For more information contact Sydney White at ssecm3@mail.missouri.edu or 573-882-2799.
When: June 12, 2017 – August 8, 2017
Time: Options
- Monday and Wednesday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm at Mckee Gymnasium
- Tuesday and Thursday 5:15 – 6-15 pm at Women’s and Children’s Hospital South Pavilion
- Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 – 1:00 pm at Mckee Gymnasium
- Tues and Thursday 5:30 – 6:30 pm at McKee Gymnasium
Registration: http://extension.missouri.edu/hes/wellnessclasses.htm
Cost: $50.00
As a Healthy for Life sponsored program, eligible employees can earn 100 points for attending a minimum of 14 of the 16 sessions offered during the 8-week Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program.
Women in Leadership Conference
The 2017 Women in Leadership Conference is meant to help all participants develop new skills so they can lead where they are. All are welcome to register for the event, but venue space is limited.
Interested in a conference sneak-peek? Women in Leadership Conference attendees will:
- start the day off with a keynote by UM System Interim Vice President for Human Resources, E. Jill Pollock;
- learn to thrive with Kim Becking;
- explore Imposter Syndrome with Diana Alt;
- uncover their blind spots with Carolyn Paris;
- get a glimpse at the status of women in Missouri with Wendy Doyle;
- engage in an in-depth panel discussion with women leaders across the UM System; and
- much more!
When: June 15, 2017, an optional networking social will be held Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Time: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Inn at Grand Glaize, Osage Beach, MO
Cost: $25
Registration: Online
If you have questions about the conference, contact the Careers & Cultures Department at umhrcareersandculture@umsystem.edu.
As a Healthy for Life sponsored workshop, eligible employees may earn 25 points for participation in the conference. There are a maximum of 100 points possible for this category. Contact wellness@umsystem.edu with questions.
Enhance your Relationships with FREE Classes
ShowMe Healthy Relationships offers classes for couples and singles. Learn ways to choose a great partner when you’re ready or strengthen your current committed relationship. Sign up for 5-week classes starting in June!
- For Couples: Seven Principles for a Healthy Relationship helps you and your partner enrich your relationship by practicing ways to build your friendship, manage conflict, and work as a team. Class will meet 5:30-7:30pm on Thursdays, June 1- June 29 and again Tuesdays, July 11- Aug. 8.
- For Singles: PICK a Partner helps you be more mindful in choosing a good partner when you are ready for a happy, stable relationship. You will learn five key things to look for as you explore potential relationships, and how to pace your relationship to avoid “blind love.” Class will meet 5:30-7:30pm, Mondays, June 12- July 10.
Click here or call Miriam Cullimore at (573) 882-4325 or Emily Logan at 882-3013 for more info!