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\u2019s group health plan. Visit the Employee Wellness Website to learn about wellbeing resources and upcoming programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wellness Programs and Resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n To view your current benefits enrollments, get started by logging in to Workday and go to the Benefits and Pay Hub under the Menu where you can view existing benefits. You can also manage your supplemental retirement benefits in Workday including enrolling in the UW 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Program (SRP) or make changes to your contribution election in Workday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Workday Login:<\/strong> myworkday\u2060.wisconsin\u2060.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n To make changes to other benefits, or to enroll if you are a newly hired or newly eligible employee, you will need to use My Insurance Benefits, a secure online application that provides access to insurance information administered by the Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF). Through My Insurance Benefits you can view detailed information about your benefits enrollments (health, life, disability and spending accounts), review and update dependent information, or make changes to your benefits. Access My Insurance Benefits in Workday from the Benefits and Pay Hub under the Suggested Links on the left-hand side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before accessing My Insurance Benefits for the first time, you will need to complete a one-time registration and create a login using your personal email address and personal identification information. Using your personal email address and identification information to create your My Insurance Benefits account ensures you can access other ETF-managed benefits, such as retirement information, when you retire or leave UWM employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have any questions or need help, go to the Workday for New and Current Employees web page. You can also contact benefits@uwm.edu for support when using My Insurance Benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Workday for New and Current Employees<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Note: Your current benefit information from the prior human resources and benefits system has been transferred to Workday and My Insurance Benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To earn the $150 prepaid card, employees and spouses enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance program should go to the Well Wisconsin portal and complete the following by October 17, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well Wisconsin Portal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 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 August 5, August 26, and August 27, from from 12:00 P.M. \u2013 1:00 P.M. Visit the Benefits Reviews web page to register and see upcoming sessions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits Reviews<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n As we start the academic year, new employees can stop by the UWM HR office for help with benefits or schedule a virtual appointment between August 27 through September 10. During their virtual consultation, employees can speak with a benefits specialist to ask questions about benefit offerings and receive assistance with benefits enrollment. See the link to schedule a virtual appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n New Employee Benefits Virtual Consultations<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n All employees can participate in additional webinars\/events that are offered this month and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well Wisconsin Training Series Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n See the Universities of Wisconsin Webinars web page for additional information and to register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Universities of Wisconsin Webinars<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Employees can also access recorded videos for Well Wisconsin on the web page below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well Wisconsin for Members<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Give your mind and body a break from work while connecting with the UWM campus community! Meet at the UWM fountain by the library (or rain location in inclement weather) 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM Fountain<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 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! 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\u2019ll get a prize!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well Wisconsin offers virtual fitness classes that are open to all employees. There are a variety of classes underway and new classes start periodically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well Wisconsin Training Series Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are unable to attend a fitness class, visit the on-demand library of recordings for recorded classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well WI Group Fitness<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well Wisconsin Mental Health Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n WebMD Health portal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Protect yourself this flu season by getting your annual flu vaccination! The Well Wisconsin Program is offering onsite workplace flu clinics including three scheduled at the UWM Student Union. Flu vaccinations are free and voluntary for UWM employees (and spouses) enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Preregistration is required. To register for your flu vaccination appointment, log into the wellness portal and click \u201cRegister Today\u201d on the Flu Vaccination card.<\/p>\n\n\n\n WebMD Health portal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n You will be required to present your medical ID card at the flu clinic. After you register for your appointment online, complete the digital consent form which will be available on the appointment confirmation page and in your confirmation email.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Universities of Wisconsin Webinars<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Examples of upcoming financial webinars include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Explore sustainable features of our UWM Campus on this self-guided tour!<\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM Sustainability & Green Infrastructure<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM Human Resources is hosting an employee campus tour on August 15 and September 19 from 12:10 – 12:50 P.M.! Whether you\u2019re new to campus or have been here for many years and want to get out for a walk to meet new people, join this informative and engaging event. Meet at the UWM Union Ground Floor Information Desk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM Employee Campus Tour Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM Employee Campus Tour Registration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A variety of safety-related training courses are available to UWM employees. 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\n\n\n\nUWM Employee Summer Park Challenge \u2013 Ends September 20<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Contact Acentra Health:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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EAP Webinars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Dates and Times of UWM Flu Clinics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nEnvironmental Wellness Offerings with UWM Sustainability<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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