VCU RamStrong Well-being blog

Giving VCU employees the wellness resources they need to be healthy both on and off campus

As we move into April, it’s a great time to refocus on self-care and to take small, meaningful steps to support your overall well-being. Whether it’s setting aside time to recharge, getting more active, or connecting with others, these programs are designed to support you across multiple dimensions of well-being and offer accessible ways to engage, learn, and prioritize their health and wellness.​


APRIL 2026 – 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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Tuesday, April 7th – 12 pm

Strength and Stretch

(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)

This virtual exercise class is the perfect combination of strength and flexibility training. The class will include 20-minutes of challenging every muscle in your body and then followed by a 10-minute-deep stretch to enhance recovery and maximize your workout.

Register: Talent@VCU


Thursday, April 9th – 12 pm

Are you Financially Healthy?

(Presented by VCU HR and VACU)

In this workshop, you will understand what it means to be financially healthy – which is so much more than the one score everyone asks you about today – your credit score. True financial health is based on four key components: Spend, Save, Borrow, and Plan. You’ll also get a chance to confidentially determine your own Financial Health Score and the steps you can take to improve that score.

Register: Talent@VCU


Monday, April 13th – 10 am

Money Mondays with Bill: How to Plan for the Income You’ll Need in Retirement

(Presented by VCU HR and Fidelity)

How do your financial resources turn into income in retirement? It starts with a plan. Learn how to create a retirement income plan and explore the risks that can impact it.

Register: Talent@VCU


Wednesday, April 15th – 12 pm

Dealing with the Elephant in the Room: How to Talk to Anyone about Anything

(Presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP)

Dealing with the Elephant in the Room is a communications development seminar in which participants learn the skills to talk to anyone about anything. Participants begin by identifying the uncomfortable issues and realities they face at work at and home. Then they learn how to confront such issues with tact, empathy and clarity. This seminar helps increase productivity and improve relationships by proactively addressing problems, conflicts, and misunderstandings.

Register: Talent@VCU


Thursday, April 16th – 11 am

Investing for Beginners: Starting Your Wealth Journey

(Presented by VCU HR and TIAA)

Join TIAA and learn investing basics to grow your money, no matter the amount, by making time your biggest asset, now and for the future!

Register: Talent@VCU


Tuesday, April 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, April 23rd – 12 pm

Prepare for the Unexpected

(Presented by VCU HR and Atlantic Union Bank/Bearing Insurance)

In this session we will discuss why personal insurance coverage matters. We will also focus on protecting what matters most to you.

Register: Talent@VCU


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For VCU Health team members: VCU is pleased to share opportunities to attend university well-being programs with the broader VCU community, including colleagues at VCU Health, VCU Dentistry, and other affiliated entities. Please note that certain sessions—such as those offered by financial vendors who serve only university employees—will not be included.

You can now find direct links to these programs on the VCU Health intranet here. The links are located to the right of the RamStrong logo at the bottom of the page.

Keep in mind that some features or services highlighted in the university programs may be limited to university employees or may apply differently to employees of VCU Health or other entities. If you are not a university employee and have questions about how a program or service applies to you, please reach out to your entity’s HR department for guidance. VCU Health employees who are interested in these options are encouraged to reach out to their HR department to inquire about the availability of similar programs or resources.


Check our RamStrong for more great resources available to VCU employees!


Comments

I love the April Self-care abstract chart of affirmations. It lifts your spirit! I wish I could transpose it into a poster. Thank you

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