NEW! Stay Strong Stay Healthy
Level 1
Employees, retirees, and community members are all invited to participate in this eight week strength training program. It can get your fitness journey (re)started, right on campus! Participants will be guided safely by a trained instructor through warm up, 8 muscle strengthening exercises and cool down. Geared toward older adults or sedentary middle-aged females who want to improve strength, balance and flexibility. All equipment provided.
When: |
Mondays & Wednesdays, 04/03/17 – 05/24/17 |
Time: |
12:00 pm |
Location: |
McKee Gymnasium |
Cost: |
$50 |
Registration: |
Online by April 1st |
Level 2
Employees, retirees, and community members are all invited to participate in this eight week strength training program, a follow-up to Level 1. It is for those who want to challenge themselves a bit more! In order to enroll in the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy–Level 2 program, you must have completed the Stay Strong, Stay Healthy-Level 1 program at least twice and/or have approval from the instructor. All equipment provided.
When: |
Mondays & Wednesdays, 04/03/17 – 05/24/17 |
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 04/04/17 – 05/25/17 |
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 04/04/17 – 05/25/17 |
Time: |
5:15 pm – 6:15 pm |
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm |
Location: |
Med School |
McKee Gymnasium |
McKee Gymnasium |
Cost: |
$50 |
$50 |
$50 |
Registration: |
Online by April 1st |
Online by April 1st |
Online by April 1st |
For more information contact Kelsey Weitzel at weitzelkj@missouri.edu or visit http://extension.missouri.edu/hes/wellnessclasses.htm.
As a Healthy for Life sponsored program, eligible employees can earn 100 points for completing the 8-week Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program. There are a maximum of 200 points possible for this category.
NEW! Weight Watchers Health Solutions (attachment)
Weight Watchers is hosting several free, interactive webinars to inspire you to eat healthy. Each webinar is 1-hour. If you are unable to attend during the times offered, register anyway and you will be sent a recorded link after the event to view at your convenience.
When: Tuesday, March 14th at 2:00pm CT
Topic: Wholesome Cooking Techniques with Chef Ryan
Register Here: http://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1338354/2F1CAB53B68AC09903FDD6D86CE64F43
When: Wednesday, April 26th at 12:00pm CT
Topic: Nutritious Food Design with Chef Ryan
Register Here: http://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1369601/831F118BD68022B4BAC9DE4A9D1B154A
When: Thursday, May 18th at 1:00pm CT
Topic: A Transformation Story with Lisa Levy Shaub
Register Here: http://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1369654/3D460FE7620CADCC35331EEC8FB8AEA4
When: Tuesday, June 6th at 11:00pm CT
Topic: Cutting Time in the Kitchen with Chef Ryan
Register Here: http://event.on24.com/wcc/r/1370677/FD3B6ACDE6B858B65FA0235FE05CDED0
Financial Wellness Seminar
Cultivating financial wellness can be as easy as completing a few steps annually. Check out the financial wellness webpage to access your one-stop-shop for financial information, tools, and events.
Turn Your Savings Into Retirement Income
When: March 15, 2017
Time: 11:00 pm – 12:00 pm
Location: Ellis Library 106A and UM University Hall (Telepresence)
Registration: Online or call 800-642-7131
Make the Most of Your Retirement Savings
When: March 29, 2017
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Location: Ellis Library 106A and UM University Hall (Telepresence)
Registration: Online or call 800-642-7131
Visit http://umurl.us/finwell for more information.
As a Healthy for Life sponsored workshop, eligible employees may earn 25 points for participation in the Financial Wellness Workshops. There are a maximum of 100 points possible for this category.
Women’s Health and Wellness Fair (attachment)
The Annual Women's Health and Wellness Fair is an opportunity for MU students, faculty and staff to learn about issues related to women's health and wellness outside of a clinical setting. We concentrate on the whole individual: physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually; with exhibitors from the campus and the community. Representatives share information about exercise and fitness, women's support organizations, cancer prevention and treatment, healthcare, nutrition, public health, recreation, and much more. The event is free and open to all members of the MU community.
Women’s Health Fair
When: Wednesday, 3/15/17
Time: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Where: Memorial Union Stotler Lounge
Contact: Click here or contact Heather Hoffman for more information
Eligible employees can earn 10 points for participating in diversity activities, with a maximum of 100 points in this category. Employees must self-report diversity activities on the Healthy for Life Wellness Program website. Contact wellness@umsystem.edu for questions about the Wellness Incentive.
Tools for Breaking the Glass Ceiling
Tools for Breaking the Glass Ceiling is intended to provide a professional development opportunity for women aspiring to positions of leadership. This Q&A session features MU women leaders who have successfully “broken the glass ceiling” and gives attendees the opportunity to ask questions about career advice, planning and mentorship, as well as hear from panelists own experiences. Tools for Breaking the Glass Ceiling is open to all students, faculty and staff, aiming to create an open forum in which the campus community can come together to discuss how gender can impact career choice and environments, as well as such obstacles might be overcome. The inaugural session of the panel attracted over 50 students, faculty and staff.
Tools for Breaking the Glass Ceiling
When: Tuesday, 3/21/17
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Where: Women’s Center (correction from original announcement)
Contact: Click here or contact Nicole Campione-Barr for more information
Eligible employees can earn 10 points for participating in diversity activities, with a maximum of 100 points in this category. Employees must self-report diversity activities on the Healthy for Life Wellness Program website. Contact wellness@umsystem.edu for questions about the Wellness Incentive.