{"id":6959,"date":"2026-09-23T10:40:31","date_gmt":"2026-09-23T15:40:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/?page_id=6959"},"modified":"2026-09-23T14:36:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T19:36:53","slug":"panther-be-well-for-employees","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/","title":{"rendered":"Panther Be Well for Employees"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in wp-block-paragraph\">Well-being is a positive state linked to health, quality of life, and the ability to contribute to the world with a sense of meaning and purpose. An individual\u2019s wellness and the community and environment around them \u2014 where they live, learn, work, and play \u2014 all shape well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"default wp-block-paragraph\">UWM prioritizes the well-being of its students, faculty and staff. Having a definition of well-being helps to create a common language, encourage dialogue, invite reflection, and facilitate growth at the individual and community level so that everyone can attain their highest level of well-being at UWM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"default wp-block-paragraph\">Explore how the Wellness Dimensions are embedded in the UWM employee wellness program and campus community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-dimensions-of-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dimensions of Wellness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1fc36ff7 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<figure class=\"wp-container-content-04debeef\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-social-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-social-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Social\" class=\"wp-image-6987\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-physical-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-physical-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Physical\" class=\"wp-image-6986\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-emotional-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-emotional-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Emotional\" class=\"wp-image-6981\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-occupational-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-occupational-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Occupational\" class=\"wp-image-6985\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-intellectual-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-intellectual-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Intellectual\" class=\"wp-image-6984\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-environmental-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-environmental-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Environmental\" class=\"wp-image-6982\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-spiritual-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-spiritual-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Spiritual\" class=\"wp-image-6988\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-cultural-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-cultural-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Cultural\" class=\"wp-image-6980\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/panther-be-well-for-employees\/#h-activities-for-financial-wellness\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-financial-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Financial\" class=\"wp-image-6983\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-social-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Social Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by developing the ability to relate to and understand others to form satisfying, supportive, and respectful relationships and to meaningfully contribute to one\u2019s community \u2013 locally and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend a <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/events\/\">UWM wellness activity<\/a> with other like-minded colleagues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/events\/\">UWM Events Calendar<\/a> to find a UWM event to enjoy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join UWM employee-formed <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity\/resources\/affinity-groups-multicultural-collaborations\/\">affinity groups<\/a> committed to fostering an inclusive campus culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet others and de-stress with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/libraries\/commons\/wag_more_wednesdays\/\">Wag More Wednesdays<\/a> furry friends!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect while helping others by <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/community-engagement\/volunteer\/\">volunteering<\/a> on campus with departments like UWM <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/volunteer\/\">Sustainability<\/a>, events like <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/news\/\">Welcome Week<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/graduation\/faculty-staff\/volunteer-information\/\"> graduation<\/a>, or services like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.signupgenius.com\/go\/60B084AADA82BA0F94-65209903-uwmfood#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">UWM Food Center<\/a> and Pantry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build connections as a mentor with the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advance\/engage\/uwm-alumni\/pantherswork\/\">Career Mentoring<\/a> program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk freely in a safe space, connect with people and get support when you need it by using TogetherAll, a benefit through the <a href=\"https:\/\/etf.wi.gov\/insurance\/health-pharmacy\/well-wisconsin-members\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">WellWI<\/a> Wellness Program.&nbsp; Access and join through your <a href=\"https:\/\/webmdhealth.com\/wellwisconsin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">WellWI portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with family, friends and colleagues who support you and lift you up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-social-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Social\" class=\"wp-image-6987\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-physical-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Physical Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by caring for one\u2019s body and mind by consciously making positive choices about exercise, nutrition, sleep, and relaxation while minimizing unhealthy habits and risk of injury and harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gotostage.com\/channel\/wellwigroupfitness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">WellWI group fitness<\/a> online classes, available for all UWM employees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/events\/\">UWM physical activity<\/a> class.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purchase a Faculty\/Staff membership to the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/urec\/memberships\/#staff\">Klotsche Center<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a walk through nature right here on campus in <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/field-station\/about\/natural-areas\/downer-woods\/\">Downer Woods<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move your body every day in ways you enjoy, solo or with friends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat nutritious foods, mostly colorful fruits and veggies. If you need access to food, UWM employees can utilize the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/deanofstudents\/student-resources\/food-center-pantry\/#h-how-to-access-the-uwm-food-center-and-pantry\">UWM Food Center and Pantry<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain support for making healthy lifestyle choices by working with a <a href=\"https:\/\/panthers.sharepoint.com\/sites\/HR-Web\/Flyers\/2026_UWM_Health_Coaching.pdf?ga=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">UWM Health Coach<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay safe on the job and on campus.&nbsp; Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/police\/safetytraining\/\">UWM Police Department<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/safety-assurances\/courses\/\">UWM Safety and Assurances<\/a> for available courses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nursing your baby? UWM has established several private <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/lactation-rooms\/\">lactation rooms<\/a> on campus with electrical outlets, comfortable chairs, and nearby running water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-physical-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Physical\" class=\"wp-image-6986\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-emotional-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Emotional Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by recognizing and managing one\u2019s emotions, coping effectively with life\u2019s stressors, and seeking help when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn about and explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/well-being\/eap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Employee Assistance Program<\/a> (EAP) and other state and national mental health resources <a href=\"https:\/\/etf.wi.gov\/insurance\/health-pharmacy\/health-benefits-education\/mental-health-resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore UWM\u2019s EAP partner, Acentra, by accessing the <a href=\"https:\/\/sowi.mylifeexpert.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">platform<\/a> to find tools and forms that help with life planning, informative podcasts, resource locators, discounts and more. (use SOWI as the Company Code to create an account)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover additional emotional and mental health <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wellness-programs-and-resources\/mental-health-resources-for-employees\/\">resources<\/a> available at UWM.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to the <a href=\"https:\/\/etf.wi.gov\/insurance\/health-pharmacy\/well-wisconsin-members\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">Well Wisconsin<\/a> program (available to employees and spouses enrolled in the Group Health Insurance Program). The program provides a variety of mental health resources including Certified WebMD health coaches, meQuilibrium, a stress management and resilience building application to help members manage their mental health and Togetherall, a safe, secure, and anonymous online peer-support forum moderated by a licensed mental health professional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>De-stress with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/libraries\/commons\/wag_more_wednesdays\/\">Wag More Wednesdays<\/a> furry friends!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appreciate the arts by taking in a film, show, performance, or art exhibit at the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/arts\/events\/\">Peck School of the Arts<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take advantage of the benefits of nature and walk through <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/field-station\/about\/natural-areas\/downer-woods\/\">Downer Woods<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-emotional-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Emotional\" class=\"wp-image-6981\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-occupational-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Occupational Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by applying skills, gifts, and talents to one\u2019s work in a way that leads to a balanced life of purpose and satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access professional development and learning with:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/learning-and-development\/\">UWM Learning and Development<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advancing-learning\/\">UWM Center for Advancing Student Learning<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sce\/\">UWM School of Continuing Education<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover over 15,000 free courses covering technology, business, creative skills and more with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/information-technology\/linkedin-learning\/#h-accessing-linkedin-learning\">LinkedIn Learning<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make technical tools like Excel, Teams, and OneDrive easier to use with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/techtraining\/online-training\/\">UWM Tech Training<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover new skills through the <a href=\"https:\/\/sowi.mylifeexpert.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">Employee Assistance Program<\/a> portal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sce\/program_area\/osher-lifelong-learning-institute-at-university-of-wisconsin-milwaukee\/\">Osher Lifelong Learning Institute<\/a> to help you keep your mind fresh!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-occupational-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Occupational\" class=\"wp-image-6985\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-intellectual-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Intellectual Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by valuing lifelong learning, fostering critical thinking, developing moral reasoning, and pursuing activities to expand knowledge, skills and worldviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be a lifelong learner and check out all the ways to discover something new at UWM:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/events\/\">UWM Wellness Activities<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sce\/program_area\/osher-lifelong-learning-institute-at-university-of-wisconsin-milwaukee\/\">Osher Lifelong Learning Institute<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/information-technology\/linkedin-learning\/#h-accessing-linkedin-learning\">LinkedIn Learning<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/union\/craft-centre\/\">UWM Arts and Crafts Centre<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gotostage.com\/channel\/wellwisconsinwebinars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">WellWI Webinars<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use your Panther ID to check out books, publications, videos, etc. at the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/libraries\/\">UWM Library<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get creative at the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/union\/craft-centre\/\">UWM Arts and Crafts Centre<\/a> and\/or make music with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/arts\/events-community\/youth-community-programs\/\">UWM campus community ensembles<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience the wonders of the cosmos and the beauty of the night sky at the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/planetarium\/plan-your-visit\/\">UWM Planetarium<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore and attend activities like guest lectures, symposiums, shows, exhibits, book clubs and more on the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/events\/\">Campus Events Calendar<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broaden your historical and cultural knowledge with the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advance\/engage\/alumni-travel-program\/\">UWM Alumni Travel Program<\/a>. Not a UWM alum? That\u2019s okay, friends of UWM are invited!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-intellectual-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Intellectual\" class=\"wp-image-6984\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-environmental-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Environmental Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by cultivating and enjoying a way of life that is in harmony with and minimizes harm to the natural and built environments to optimize health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Get involved with <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/\">UWM Sustainability<\/a> where you can volunteer, rent a garden plot, learn about green spaces, and discover ways to compost, recycle, and reuse on campus.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/volunteer\/\">Volunteer<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/services\/surplus\/\">UWM Surplus<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/services\/reuse-recycle\/\">Recycling on campus<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/services\/food\/compost\/\">Composting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sustainability\/services\/food\/campus-gardens\/\">UWM Food and Garden Club<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/sce\/program_area\/osher-lifelong-learning-institute-at-university-of-wisconsin-milwaukee\/\">Osher Lifelong Learning Institute<\/a> which offers classes and activities to explore the outdoors and environmental topics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take advantage of the benefits of nature and walk through <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/field-station\/about\/natural-areas\/downer-woods\/\">Downer Woods<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn about our sky at the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/planetarium\/public-events\/\">UWM Planetarium<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-environmental-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Environmental\" class=\"wp-image-6982\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-spiritual-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Spiritual Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by possessing a set of guiding beliefs, principles, or values that offer a framework for a meaningful and purposeful life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Attend a <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/events\/\">UWM wellness activity<\/a> that interests you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/events\/\">UWM Events Calendar<\/a> to find a UWM event that inspires you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try yoga or meditation with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gotostage.com\/channel\/wellwigroupfitness\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">WellWI group fitness<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Donate to your favorite cause.&nbsp; If you need ideas, UWM hosts the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advance\/\">414 for UWM<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/secc\/\">Partners in Giving<\/a> (United Way) campaigns each year, in April and October, respectively. Additionally, the <a href=\"https:\/\/give.uwmfoundation.org\/\">UWM Foundation<\/a> accepts donations year round for support of students, faculty, research, learning, programming and the like.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflect and check in with yourself through journaling or a meditation practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a spiritual or religious community near you or <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/organizations\/spiritual-religious-life\/#communities\">through campus<\/a> partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore more at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/well-being\/eap\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Employee Assistance Program<\/a> website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-spiritual-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Spiritual\" class=\"wp-image-6988\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-cultural-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Cultural Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by embracing one\u2019s own cultural background and the diversity and richness of other cultural backgrounds through understanding, awareness, humility and respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join UWM employee-formed <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity\/resources\/affinity-groups-multicultural-collaborations\/\">affinity groups<\/a> committed to fostering an inclusive campus culture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find and attend cultural activities like guest lectures, symposiums, shows, exhibits, book clubs and more on the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/events\/\">Campus Events Calendar<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase your knowledge of the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/studentinvolvement\/get-involved\/sociocultural\/\">Sociocultural Programming<\/a> at UWM and <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/electa-quinney\/\">the Electa Quinney Institute for American Indian Education<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Broaden your historical and cultural knowledge with the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/advance\/engage\/alumni-travel-program\/\">UWM Alumni Travel Program<\/a>. Not a UWM alum? That\u2019s okay, friends of UWM are invited!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity\/services\/equal-opportunity-civil-rights\/hate-bias\/\">Report hate\/bias incidents<\/a> using the University\u2019s Hate\/Bias Incident Reporting form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Participate in an inclusivity workshop, training or organized discussion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-cultural-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Cultural\" class=\"wp-image-6980\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"has-alpha-channel-opacity uwm-c-hr--thick\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h2 id=\"h-activities-for-financial-wellness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Activities for Financial Wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be well by ensuring the ability to manage finances and pursue opportunities that support financial security, freedom and giving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/financial-wellness\/\">UWM HR Financial Wellness<\/a> resource page for retirement planning, college savings, and other financial wellness information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/sowi.mylifeexpert.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">Employee Assistant Program<\/a> resources to help you learn about budgeting, credit, debt, investing and more. In addition, find forms for such things as a basic will, monthly budget, medical power of attorney, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supplement your retirement savings with the <a href=\"https:\/\/etf.wi.gov\/retirement\/wisconsin-deferred-compensation-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/benefits\/ret\/srp\/#Overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UW 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Program<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch a variety of <a href=\"https:\/\/etf.wi.gov\/videos?field_topic_target_id=8506\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"uwm-c-link--external\">videos and sign up for upcoming webinars<\/a>, hosted by the Wisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF) and other partners for retirement information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/benefits\/other-benefits\/lifestyle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lifestyle Benefits Program<\/a> resources through Securian Financial for legal and financial consultation, travel assistance, legacy planning and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View articles, interactive tools, and live\/on-demand webinars at the Universities of Wisconsin <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wisconsin.edu\/ohrwd\/americasaves\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">America Saves Week<\/a> web page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter uwm-c-img--center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/723\/2026\/09\/icon-financial-wellness.jpg\" alt=\"Financial\" class=\"wp-image-6983\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dimensions of Wellness<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3280,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":39,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_tec_requires_first_save":true,"_EventAllDay":false,"_EventTimezone":"","_EventStartDate":"","_EventEndDate":"","_EventStartDateUTC":"","_EventEndDateUTC":"","_EventShowMap":false,"_EventShowMapLink":false,"_EventURL":"","_EventCost":"","_EventCostDescription":"","_EventCurrencySymbol":"","_EventCurrencyCode":"","_EventCurrencyPosition":"","_EventDateTimeSeparator":"","_EventTimeRangeSeparator":"","_EventOrganizerID":[],"_EventVenueID":[],"_OrganizerEmail":"","_OrganizerPhone":"","_OrganizerWebsite":"","_VenueAddress":"","_VenueCity":"","_VenueCountry":"","_VenueProvince":"","_VenueState":"","_VenueZip":"","_VenuePhone":"","_VenueURL":"","_VenueStateProvince":"","_VenueLat":"","_VenueLng":"","_VenueShowMap":false,"_VenueShowMapLink":false,"_tribe_blocks_recurrence_rules":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_description":"","_tribe_blocks_recurrence_exclusions":"","footnotes":"","uwm_wg_additional_authors":[]},"class_list":["post-6959","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"uwm_unpublish_requested":false,"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6959","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3280"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6959"}],"version-history":[{"count":32,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6959\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7012,"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6959\/revisions\/7012"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/hr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6959"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}