June Employee Health and Wellness Updates

Welcome to the monthly Health and Wellness newsletter for UWM employees that highlights various upcoming programs and services that are available to employees. We hope you take advantage of the many opportunities detailed below. Most programs and services are available to employees regardless of enrollment in the State’s group health plan. Visit the Employee Wellness Website to learn about wellbeing resources and upcoming programs.

Wellness Programs and Resources

Earn Your Annual $150 Well Wisconsin Incentive!

To earn the $150 prepaid card, employees and spouses enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance program should complete the following:

Health Assessment
Health Check Option (Biometric Screening, Dental Cleaning or WebMD Coaching Session)
- Biometric screening events are scheduled around the Milwaukee area for employees (and spouses) enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program.
- To see the schedule and register visit the WebMD Health portal. Go to the benefits page and select the biometric screening tile.
- At the onsite screening, participants will learn their measurements for blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), cholesterol (HDL, LDL and total), triglycerides and glucose, and be in and out in 20 minutes.
One Well-being Activity

The deadline to earn the incentive is October 17, 2025.

Benefit Review Sessions for New Employees

New employees are encouraged to attend a benefit review session to learn about their comprehensive benefits package and how to enroll within the 30-day enrollment window. Virtual benefits review sessions are scheduled for Tuesday, June 3, and Tuesday, July 15, from from 12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. Visit the Benefits Reviews web page to register and see upcoming sessions:

Benefits Reviews

Wellbeing Webinars & Workshops **(*UWM Specific**)

Teamwork-The Essentials (virtual), June 11 at 12:30 P.M., Register
Building ONE Cohesive Culture (virtual), June 19 at 12:00 P.M., Register
Summer Health* (In-person & virtual), June 25 at 12:30 P.M., Register
Finding Relief with Kai Health (virtual), July 16 at 12:00 P.M., Register
Sleep: Don’t Leave Bed Without It* (In-person & virtual), July 17 at 11:30 A.M., Register
Cooking with Summer Produce, 4-week virtual class, July 21 – August 11 at 12:30 P.M., Register
Mental Health and Diversity, 3-week workshop, July 28 – August 11 at 12:00 P.M., Register by July 24

All employees can participate in additional webinars/events that are offered this month and beyond.

Well Wisconsin Training Series Flyer

See the Universities of Wisconsin Webinars web page for additional information and to register.

Universities of Wisconsin Webinars

UWM Employee Summer Park Challenge

When was the last time you visited a local, state, or even national park? Doing so has many health benefits and this summer we encourage you to go outside, enjoy nature and win a cool prize for doing it! From June 21 to September 20, visit three parks or nature areas and complete three activities at each park (details on the park challenge tracking sheet). Turn in your tracking sheet to Tracy Oles at teo@uwm.edu and you’ll get a prize!

UWM Employee Summer Park Challenge Tracking Sheet
UWM Employee Summer Park Challenge Information Sheet (find parks, health benefits, etc.)

UWM Campus Connectivity – NEW!

Give your mind and body a break from work while connecting with the UWM campus community! Meet at the UWM fountain by the library for a group activity and movement exercise such as a short walk or stretching. Come as you are, no special equipment or clothing needed and no registration required, just show up! Open to all abilities and levels.

UWM Fountain

June 17 at 12:30 P.M. (Rain location is Student Union Rm 240)
June 26 at 12:00 P.M. (Rain location is Student Union Rm 340)
July 15 at 12:30 P.M.
July 31 at 12:00 P.M.
August 13 at 12:00 P.M.
August 28 at 12:00 P.M.

Flyer

Virtual Fitness Classes

Well Wisconsin offers virtual fitness classes that are open to all employees. There are a variety of classes underway and new classes start periodically.

Well Wisconsin Training Series Flyer

Pilates 4-week class series, June 6 – June 27 at 12:00 P.M., Register
Foundational Fitness 4-week class series, June 25 – July 16 at 4:00 P.M., Register
Strength Training 4-week class series, July 23 – Aug 13 at 4:00 P.M., Register

If you are unable to attend a fitness class, visit the on-demand library of recordings for recorded classes.

Well WI Group Fitness

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Acentra Health

UWM’s Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and support services to all employees including both short-term counseling and referrals for additional services. Acentra Health is free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Contact Acentra Health:

833-539-7285
sowi.mylifeexpert.com (password: SOWI)

EAP Webinars

Teamwork-The Essentials, June 11 at 12:30 P.M., Webinar Flyer and Registration, Tip Sheet
Business Etiquette, July 9 at 12:30 P.M.

Additional Mental Health Resources

Employees enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health insurance Plan have access to the following mental health resources through the Well Wisconsin Program/WebMD Wellness portal:

Mental Health Coaching
Togetherall-an online mental health community
meQuilibrium-a stress and resiliency program

Well Wisconsin Mental Health Flyer

WebMD Health portal

Financial Wellness Offerings

Multiple financial webinars are offered each month on a variety of topics. See the Universities of Wisconsin Webinars web page for a listing and to register.