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 Attend the Well Wisconsin health screening on October 6, 2025, in the Student Union Wisconsin Room from 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Employees and spouses enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program are welcome to participate. Discover your blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), cholesterol (HDL, LDL and total), triglycerides and glucose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Follow these steps to register for an appointment:<\/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 The Benefits Open Enrollment period is October 6 \u2013 October 31, 2025! This is an annual opportunity for benefits eligible employees to enroll in or make changes to most benefits for the upcoming calendar year. Benefits Open Enrollment is the only time employees are eligible to make changes without a qualifying life event, such as a family or employment status change. Changes made during open enrollment are effective January 1, 2026. Visit UWM\u2019s Open Enrollment website for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Enrollment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n UWM HR is partnering with Campus Cares to host an Open Enrollment Benefits Fair with the Campus Cares Wellness Symposium!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Open Enrollment Benefits Fair and Wellness Symposium Flyer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Student Union, Wisconsin Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10:00 A.M. \u2014 2:00 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Employees will find extensive information on benefits offered through our vendor partners and will be able to speak with UWM benefit specialists on open enrollment questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Student Union, Wisconsin Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n 8:00 A.M. \u2014 1:00 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of three onsite flu clinics offered to UWM employees and spouses enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Student Union, Wisconsin Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n 10:00 A.M. \u2014 2:00 P.M.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Faculty, staff and students can enjoy activities and information regarding their health and wellness, blood pressure checks, including chair massages, pet therapy, giant Jenga, meditation sessions and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stop by the UWM wellness table for fun activities and a chance to win swag!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Student Union, Fireside Lounge<\/p>\n\n\n\n Three workshops led by Emily Raclaw, director of Marquette University\u2019s On Your Marq Center, for faculty, staff and students.<\/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 October 1, October 21, and November 11 from 12:00 P.M. \u2013 1:00 P.M. Visit the Benefits Reviews schedule to register for upcoming sessions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Benefits Reviews<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Well Wisconsin Program is offering onsite workplace flu clinics including three scheduled at the UWM Student Union. Flu vaccinations are free 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 found in the Benefits portion of the portal.<\/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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All employees can participate in additional webinars\/events that are offered this month and beyond. See the Universities of Wisconsin Webinars web page for webinar information and register via the links.<\/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 Mark your calendars and get ready to move! Join Tracy Oles, UWM Employee Wellbeing and Engagement Manager, for a total body \u201cTry-It\u201d series. Whether you try one or try them all, you will learn, have fun and meet new people from across campus! All levels are welcome. Dress comfortably and bring water and a towel. Check the HR Events Calendar for registration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n HR Events Calendar<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n * bring a mat<\/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 Living with pain can slow you down, keeping you from the people and activities you love the most. Well Wisconsin has partnered with Kaia Health to provide full access to personalized therapy programs for back, shoulders, hips, knees, and more at no additional cost to you. Log in to your Well Wisconsin portal and locate \u201cBenefits\u201d at top of the page. The Kaia Health widget is housed within the Well Wisconsin portion of the \u201cBenefits\u201d page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n WebMD Health portal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Therapy dogs will be at the UWM Library Learning Commons on various Wednesdays each month. This is a great opportunity for employees and students to de-stress and snuggle with a furry friend. Each visit is about one hour. Schedules for upcoming therapy dog visits at the library can be found here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wag More Wednesdays<\/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 The Student Health and Wellness Center and the Chancellor\u2019s Advisory Committee on Mental Health encourage faculty and staff to complete Recognize, Respond, Refer Suicide Prevention Training, an interactive, experientially based workshop designed to improve participants\u2019 suicide intervention skills. With each person who completes the training, UWM develops its network of individuals who are prepared to assist in identifying and supporting individuals in crisis. It\u2019s okay to do Part 1 without Part 2 (though Part 2 is highly recommended).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Suicide Prevention Training<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Part One: Online Training via Canvas \u2014 UW-System\u2019s Recognize, Respond, Refer: Suicide Prevention Training for Faculty and Staff, an asynchronous online training builds awareness, knowledge, and skills about mental health and suicide prevention. The training requires approximately 45 minutes to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Self-enroll in the Canvas course<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Part Two: In-Person Discussion \u2014 This 75-minute in-person discussion session builds on the foundational online training by focusing on skills-based practice, scenario discussions, and campus-specific resource\/referral information. Time for Q&A is also included.<\/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 full 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 UWM Human Resources is hosting an employee campus tour on October 24 from 12:10 \u2013 12:50 P.M.! Whether you\u2019re new to campus or have been here for many years, join this informative and engaging event. Meet at the UWM Union Ground Floor Information Desk. Space is limited to 15. Visit the HR events calendar to register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n HR Events Calendar<\/a><\/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 The Sustainability Office is hosting multiple events throughout October and November and employees are welcome to join!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Campus Sustainability Week<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A variety of safety-related training courses are available to UWM employees. Please visit the link below for an upcoming list of training opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Safety Training Courses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is the Campus Cares Wellness Wednesday Newsletter including wellbeing information, tips and recipes that are sure to be your new favorites!<\/p>\n\n\n\n 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. 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Join us on October 8th for the following:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Benefits Open Enrollment Fair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Flu Clinic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Campus Cares Symposium<\/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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October 28 at 3:00 P.M. \u2013 Meet at the UWM Fountain (Rain location \u2013 Engelmann B38)<\/s><\/li>\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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Meet with a Financial Consultant at UWM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nUWM Employee Campus Tour<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nCampus Cares Wellness Wednesday Newsletter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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