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Weekly Newsletter

October 24, 2022

The "What If I" Challenge

"What If I..."

What if I tried one new thing each week, just to see what happens?
Welcome to the challenge!
Each week, we'll give you something new to try, just for the heck of it! So what are you waiting for? Buckle your seatbelts and join the "What If I" movement. Have fun!

This week's challenge:
What if I...wrote a "thank you" note to someone I appreciate?

We'd love to hear how it goes! Email us at Employee.Wellness.Office@uwsp.edu.

National Youth Sports Week

The National Council on Youth Sports is celebrating National Youth Sports Week this year - a time to showcase how communities can promote healthy lifestyles for children and families through sports.

Get involved by sharing the National Youth Sports Strategy, the first federal road map with action steps for increasing participation in youth sports.

Inspirational Quote of the Week

"Success is Helping Others Win."

- Tim Schurrer, CEO of David Novak Leadership & Author of "The Secret Society of Success"

Employee Wellness Spotlight

Meet Jennifer Bray!

Associate Professor
Biology Department

What Does Wellness Mean To You?

"To me wellness means taking the time to be healthy and happy in my professional life, at home, and in my relationships with family, friends, and of course students. What makes me the happiest is spending time with my family, preferably outside. We love going for walks, bike rides, and playing at the park."

Are YOU the next Employee Spotlight? Fill out this short form to share what wellness means to you to be featured on the weekly newsletter and social media pages.

Campus Events and Resources

Nominate Someone for the Healthy as a Dawg" Award!

Highlight individuals who display balanced well-being in all dimensions of wellness!

Nominations are open October 3rd-November 24th. Scan the QR code for nominations!

Award-Winning Author on Campus

The School of Health Sciences and Wellness welcomes JESSICA B. HARRIS, a New York Times bestselling author of the book and Netflix series High on the Hog, for two free public presentations:

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 6-7 p.m., UW-Stevens Point at Wausau Theater: Hawkers to Caterers to Restaurateurs
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 6-7 p.m., UW-Stevens Point Noel Fine Arts Center: Same Boat Different Stops

Registration is free, but required at https://bit.ly/jessicabharrisUWSP – every attendee must register in advance. Online registration closes at noon the day of each event.

Jessica B. Harris is considered by many to be one of the ranking authorities on the food of the African Diaspora. She was named to the 2021 TIME Most Influential People list. These events are a part of our 120th Anniversary of Home Economicsat UWSP.

Stay Active on Campus

What types of physical activity do you enjoy?

Walking?
Lifting weights?
Practicing yoga with friends?

UW-Stevens Point offers all employees amazing opportunities to support their physical wellbeing. Take advantage of resources on campus like Schmeeckle Reserve, Open Gym, and Group Fitness. Check out more opportunities here.

Well Wisconsin Resources

November 1, 2022: Well Wisconsin Flu Clinic

The Well Wisconsin Program is offering a free workplace flu clinic!

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: DUC Alumni Room

Pre-registration appointments are required! Please visit the link for more information.

Well Wisconsin Radio

Listen in on what Dr. Beth Olson has to say about the connection between nutrition and illness prevention through the Well Wisconsin Podcast Episode: "Nutrition and the Immune System" to stay healthy this fall and winter.

Enjoy these informative podcasts from Well Wisconsin Radio with a variety of topics to choose from, ranging from spiritual wellbeing to the immune system! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

Explore the episode archive here.

Health Information

Flu Season

According to the CDC, in the United States, flu season usually occurs in the fall and winter. While influenza viruses spread year-round, most of the time flu activity peaks between December and February.

The CDC also provides 10 tips for preventing the spread of the flu at work. There are steps you can take now, and during the flu season, to help protect the health of yourself and other employees.

Halloween Food Safety Tips

Halloween is sneaking up on us! The FDA provides a few food safety tips on the following:

Snacking
Recognizing safe treats
Food allergies
Choking hazards

Have a "spooky" Halloween!

Weekly Quiz

According to health.gov Sports Fact Sheet for Parents, sports teach kids which skills needed for them to succeed in life?

a. Focus
b. Teamwork
c. Leadership
d. Work Ethic
e. All of the above

Submit your answer HERE. The following week, the correct answer will be provided.
We will award the overall semester winner a free yoga mat at the end of the semester.

Weekly Quiz Answers

The answer to last week's quiz questions about the kinds of help domestic violence agencies can provide is:

d. All of the above

Learn more here.

Thank you to all who participated!

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