{"id":10298,"date":"2016-12-15T19:11:04","date_gmt":"2016-12-15T19:11:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/library.missouri.edu\/newsnotes\/?p=10298"},"modified":"2016-12-15T19:11:04","modified_gmt":"2016-12-15T19:11:04","slug":"healthy-for-life-update-173","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/library.missouri.edu\/newsnotes\/2016\/12\/15\/healthy-for-life-update-173\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy for Life Update"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n\tClimate Survey<\/u><\/strong>
\n\tPlease take a few minutes to share your personal experiences at the University of Missouri! This climate survey is designed to provide information about both positive and challenging aspects of our climate. We welcome your experiences, your observations, and any suggestions for change that might enhance the climate.\n<\/p>\n

\n\tAll of your answers will remain confidential, and the results will be reported in group form only. You will not be identifiable as an individual. Your participation in this project is voluntary. This research has been reviewed and approved by the University of Missouri Institutional Review Board. Additional information about the project is available online.\n<\/p>\n

\n\tI urge you to take the 20-30 minutes needed to answer the questions by going to umurl.us\/climate<\/a>. \n<\/p>\n

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\n\tNEW! Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class – Enrollment Opens Wednesday, 12\/14\/16<\/u><\/strong>
\n\tMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an in-person 8-week program that helps participants learn to manage today’s busy lifestyles in a healthy way. Learn how to change your relationship with stress, live a more conscious life in order to make choices, and engage in behaviors that increase your vitality, effectiveness, and happiness.\n<\/p>\n

\n\tWhen<\/strong>: January 25, 2017 – March 22, 2017; Full-day retreat on March 11\n<\/p>\n

\n\tTime<\/strong>: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm  \n<\/p>\n

\n\tRegistration:<\/strong> Online<\/a><\/u>\n<\/p>\n

\n\tCost: <\/strong>$40 for faculty, staff, and retirees. Spouses or partners can join with you free of charge if they use the same materials. Includes all classes, a manual, DVD, and CD. $20 rebate if you attend a minimum of 7 out of 8 classes.\n<\/p>\n

\n\tFor more information please contact David Burks at dburks@gmail.com<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n

\n\tFirst time participants are eligible for 100 Wellness Incentive points. Contact wellness@umsystem.edu<\/a> for questions.\n<\/p>\n

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\n\tNEW! Microsoft Access Boot Camp<\/u><\/strong>
\n\tDoIT Training is teaching Microsoft Access on January 23-25. Take all Access classes in one week, the only time it will be offered this semester. Credly badges and Wellness Points are available for these classes.\n<\/p>\n

\n\tWhen<\/strong>: January 23 – 25, 2017 \n<\/p>\n

\n\tTime<\/strong>: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm  \n<\/p>\n

\n\tLocation<\/strong>: 25 Arts & Sciences Building\n<\/p>\n

\n\tRegistration:<\/strong> Online<\/a><\/u>\n<\/p>\n

\n\tAs a Healthy for Life sponsored workshop, eligible employees may earn 25 points for participation in the Access Boot Camp. There are a maximum of 100 points possible for this category. Contact wellness@umsystem.edu<\/a> for questions. \n<\/p>\n

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\n\tNEW! Healthy Holiday Habits Brought to you by the American Cancer Society <\/u><\/strong>
\n\tThe holidays can be a tough time to stick to healthy eating<\/a> goals. But if your traditions involve baking, a few simple ingredient changes<\/a> can help you cut some of the sugar, fat, and calories – without sacrificing the taste. This year, make some new baking traditions by adapting your family recipes with these tips:\n<\/p>\n