Funny Friday and July’s Well-being Programs
July 2025 – Employee Well-Being Programs
These VCU programs are free to attend and most are virtual unless specified below! Register in Talent to receive links.
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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.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, July 9th – 12 pm
Full Body Circuit
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
This 30-minute virtual circuit workout targets all parts of the body at different times to get that whole-body workout experience. We will be working on our arms, legs, chest, back and core!
Register: Talent@VCU
Thursday, July 10th – 12 pm
Starting Point for Young Investors
(Presented by VCU HR and Voya)
When should you start saving for retirement? Now is a good time! As you begin your career, retirement should be something you save for along the way. Join us to learn about designing a budget, why you should start saving now, and investing basics.
Register: Talent@VCU
Friday, July 11th – 12 pm
Fun in the Sun!
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Employee Health)
Spending time in the sun can be fun, but safety is important! As we try to survive the heat of the summer, join us for sun, pool and water safety tips to help you get through!
Register: Talent@VCU
Monday, July 14th – 10 am
Invest Confidently in Your Future
(Presented by VCU HR and Fidelity)
Join Fidelity and learn how to invest confidentially. Saving for your goals is great but investing your savings – properly and with a plan – can really help your money grow. Learn how to build an investment plan to help you optimize your savings.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, July 16th – 12 pm
Absolutely Fit
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
This 30-minute virtual exercise class will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups as well.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, July 16th – 12:30 pm
Taking Control of Your Money
(Presented by VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union (VACU))
Discover effective strategies for saving money, managing spending, and improving your credit. Let Virginia Credit Union help you set personal financial goals to gain peace of mind and great control.
Register: Talent@VCU
Monday, July 21st – 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.
Register: Talent@VCU
Tuesday, July 22nd – 12 pm
Emotional Intelligence: taking it to the next level
(Presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP)
This is an in-depth class focusing on what an emotion is, and how understanding your emotions can help make or break situations. It’s an interactive, tool-based seminar that dives deeper into the amazing world of emotional intelligence to help participants understand general emotions, recognize the four basic emotions, and learn what works best for each individual.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, July 23rd – 12 pm
WellGOnomics
(Presented by VCU HR and CommonHealth)
This program focuses on ergonomics, which is the study of the relationship between people and the objects and environments with which they interact. Learn more about ergonomically correct work (and home) environments to reduce injury and pain.
Register: Talent@VCU
Monday, July 28th – 11 am
Set your Retirement Date: Understand the factors to get you to your goal
(Presented by VCU HR and TIAA)
Whether you plan to retire today or 30 years from now, it’s never too early – or too late – to design the life you want. Join TIAA and explore the steps to getting you there.
Register: Talent@VCU
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