September 2023 – Employee Well-Being Programs
Most programs continue to be virtual unless specified below! Register in Talent to receive webinar links
Tuesday, September 5th – 12 pm
Bodyweight Strength
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
This 30-minute session will feature a variety of strengthening exercises using your own body! Designed to provide you with a total body workout hitting every major muscle group as you build muscular strength and endurance!
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Wednesday, September 6th – 11 am
Ergonomics for Office Workers
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Safety and Risk Management)
Good office ergonomics maintain good health and optimize performance at work. This training will introduce the concept of ergonomics, walk through a workstation set-up and outline resources available to VCU faculty and staff.
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Thursday, September 7th – 12 pm
Spot a Stroke – F.A.S.T.
Stroke Prevention and Treatment
(Presented by VCU HR and American Heart Association)
Knowing the early warning signs of a stroke can save a life. Learn to identify common signs of a stroke and stroke symptoms so you or a family member or colleague can act fast, survey, and recover.
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Monday, September 11th – 10 am
Get Started and Save for the Future you!
(Presented by VCU HR and Fidelity)
In this session by Fidelity you will learn steps to enroll in your retirement, see if you’re saving enough and learn ways to save more.
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Wednesday, September 13th – 12 pm
Kickboxing
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
This full-body circuit training takes the basics martial arts and adds the fun. You’ll be punching and kicking your way through 30 minutes of strength and cardio. At the end of it all you’ll walk away ready to tackle the day.
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Thursday, September 21st – 12 pm
The Why Behind Buying
(Presented by VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union (VACU))
By connecting awareness with your spending habits, we will help you crack the code to spending your hard-earned money logically and intentionally on what you value.
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Thursday, September 21st – 12 pm
Core and More
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
This 30-minute class will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups.
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Tuesday, September 26th – 10 am
Preparing for the Return to Repayment for Student Loans and Impact on the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Financial Wellness)
Payments are scheduled to restart in October 2023, with options including a new repayment plan and on-rams for borrowers still struggling with repayment. Some of these changes have implications for borrowers working towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn about the details of PSLF, including qualifying repayment plans and employer certification to remain on track to have your student loans forgiven.
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Wednesday, September 27th – 11 am
Working Parents: The Juggle is Real
(Presented by VCU HR and The Ultimate Mom Coach))
Join VCU Alumni, Deborah Porter, for this timely back to school topic for working parents. The discussion will include setting boundaries, not comparing, and more autonomy for kids.
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Wednesday, September 27th – 12 pm
Guided Meditation
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
Take a break from the noise to find a quiet reflection in the middle of your day with this virtual guided meditation. This meditation is suitable for all levels of practice.
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Thursday, September 28th – 12 pm
Sound Bath Meditation
(Presented by VCU HR)
This session is in-person, not virtual
A Sound Bath is a form of meditation that guides you into a deep relaxation state while enveloped in ambient sound. Waves of soothing, echoing sound from crystal bowls, gong and various instruments assist the mind-body with stress and fatigue. This is an in-person session that will take place outside in Monroe Park. Bring a mat or a blanket with you if you have one.
Register: Talent@VCU
On Demand Webinars
New! Understanding the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF), Healthy Aging: The Power of Balance & Blend, “Lettuce” Talk about Salads, Setting SMART Nutrition Goals, and more!
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