university of wisconsin–madison · web viewjune 1, 2019 welcome! be healthy! you deserve it. join...
TRANSCRIPT
June 1, 2019
Welcome!Be healthy! You deserve it. Join any of our Wisconsin Union Health and Wellness events that can help you achieve your health and wellness goals while here in the Wisconsin Union, at UW-Madison and in life. Choose how you would like to be healthier and gain from the potential benefits.
Campus Updates
Outdoor Yoga Classes
Outdoor UW Yoga is wonderfully teamed up with RecSports and there are even more summer yoga possibilities! Join in outdoor relaxation at the Terrace, Alumni Park, SUP on
Lake Mendota, and in Allen Centennial Garden from now until September 22.
Classes are $7 each, with an optional $2 mat rental OR included with a group fitness pass from RecSports. Online pre-registration is encouraged as classes are capped at 15 people, but drop-ins are welcomed if space allows. We are pleased to announce that the cost for all Outdoor UW yoga by Wisconsin Union employees is paid for by the Wisconsin Union Health and Wellness program when employees register in-person prior at
Outdoor UW.
Terrace: Tues-Fri at 7 am AND Sat-Sun at 9 amAlumni Park: Tuesdays at 12:15 pm
SUP on Lake Mendota: Thurs, Sat, Sun at 7:15 amAllen Garden: Mon & Wed at 7 am AND 7 pm
Excited to enjoy the summer weather and join one of the classes? Click here to register now!
Indoor Yoga Classes
Long-time yoga instructor Lisa Lawrence is teaching yoga at the Memorial Union through RecSports this summer on the following dates:
Wednesdays, 12pm-1pmJune 12July 10
August 7
Register through Recreational Sports once classes are posted. We are seeing how we may be able to make a discount work for Wisconsin Union employees.
Join Wheelhouse Studios for FREE art on the terrace from 5-7 every Wednesday throughout the summer! Check out the variety of projects offered in June below, and grab your friends for some FREE art!
June 12th: Paint a Pot & Plant ItJune 19th: Canvas Printing June 26th: Rock Mandalas
Sign up and find more details here.
.
Lunchtime Wellness at Allen Centennial Garden
With a busy work/school schedule even in the summer, the average American spends 93% of their time inside. The lunchtime wellness program brought to the UW community by Allen Centennial Garden is working to address that statistic by providing wellness activities for free every Wednesday to encourage people to join others outside on their lunch hour and enjoy the beautiful garden.
Choose that good day, and get your conversational walk in enjoying your lunch outside from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm every Wednesday this summer!
Join the Wisconsin UnionSummer Employee Intramural Sports
Team(s)Join the Wisconsin Union summer Recreational Sports team(s) for free staff intramural sports for the Finance and Administration, and Student Affairs units. There are three different sports throughout the summer free of charge. Sign-up with your colleagues or just yourself here.
Sand Volleyball
Mondays or Wednesdays 4:4 5pm or 5:30 pm June 3 – July 17 Cole Recreation Area Team registration by May 28
Kickball - Captains Courtney Byelich and Joe Webb
Tuesdays 4:45 pm or 5:45 pm
July 8 – August 23 Near West Fields Team registration by July 2
Cornhole Tournament
Monday, August 5 4:30 - 8 pm Memorial Union Terrace Team registration by July 30
The Wisconsin Union is providing food coupons for teams and Recreational Sports is providing Intramural Sports t-shirt to winners!
Challenge Your Unit or Coworkers
Looking for a summer wellness challenge? Follow the link to download a 30 day wellness challenge sheet.
Challenge your unit or selected coworkers to check off all the boxes in 30 days.
This worksheet includes both education and activity components!
GradReady: UW's Financial Wellness
ProgramFor students, alumni, faculty, and staff the Office of Student Financial Aid is excited to announce this new, free wellness program that teaches money management and real-world finance through interactive module-based learning. By creating an account here you will get access to:
Videos that will help get your finances in shape
The Debt-o-Meter; a tool to help you compare potential debt to future income
A personal budget created by you that helps you live within your own means
The Electric Loan Counselor which can assist in spending tracking and gauging your financial success
Create your free account today and start saving!
Madison-Area Community Events
Madison Bike Week: June 1-8 Madison Bike Week offers free events, food, and bike stations on trails throughout
Madison. Stop by to grab coffee on your way to work or check your tire pressure! For more information about offers and locations of events, click here.
Dane County Farmer's Market
Spring is here and so is the Dane County Farmer's Market. You may already know about the market on the square every Saturday, but there is also a market every
Wednesday! Learn more.
Capitol SquareSaturdays, April 13 - November 16, 2019
6:15 AM - 1:45 PM(July 13 is the Art Fair Farmer's Market at Breese Stevens Field)
200 Block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.Wednesdays, April 17 - November 6, 2019
8:30 AM - 1:45 PM
Looking to reduce your plastic usage this summer? Consider always bringing a reusable tote and reusable produce bags when attending the market. Reducing plastic usage is good for your wellness and the planet's, both of which are important for a healthy lifestyle. You can find totes and produce bags at several local stores and online sites, such as Madison
Modern Market (local) and Earth Hero (online).
Arboretum Events Spring has sprung! Visit the 1200 acre arboretum this week to see the state's largest
collection of woody plants where some plants have been around since the beginning of the Arboretum. Run, walk, or bike through the 17 miles of trails or volunteer and learn how to
protect this wonderful ecosystem.
For a list of all the free walks and tours the arboretum offers, click here and visit today!
Photo by Jim Rogers
Other Announcements
June is National Safety MonthCourtesy of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Injuries can occur in many different situations and are a leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 45. Whether you're at work, home, commuting, on vacation, or partaking in other wellness activities, knowing risks associated with each activity and measures to guard against them is crucial. Take preventive measures to reduce injuries by educating yourself and communities that you're part of. Measures taken can help prevent falls, promote safe transportation habits, and increase knowledge of issues such as poisoning.
What are topics you can gain knowledge of to make a difference? Whether you are learning for the first time or refreshing your knowledge, the following topics are a great place to start: first aid, using medicines safely, bike safety, work safety, and sleep health. In just a short amount of time, you and your communities can be equipped to engage in proactive measures against injury.
To learn more about National Safety Month and find resources to share, utilize healthfinder.
Looking to Travel Often This Summer? Don't Forget Our Planet.
The environmental impact of tourism and travel is immense, with aircraft alone generating nearly 12% of the United States' greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. Plus, excessive tourism during a few months can leave immense damage for local communities that are left with no means to repair what has been lost. This summer, consider your trips carefully. The following tips can help make your travels better for the environment, while still allowing you to experience other parts of the globe or explore your local community:
First, consider local options to explore Madison and Wisconsin, such as the Wisconsin Hoofers Outing Club and paddle rentals for Lake Mendota. Set on a trip out-of-state to immerse yourself in nature? Consider renting equipment from the Wisconsin Union instead of buying, ultimately conserving resources and reducing the chance for dust to build up on unused equipment throughout the year.
Calculate your carbon footprint and consider offsetting the emissions from your travel.
o Key: "offsetting" is paying for something with positive environmental impact, like planting a tree or investing in renewable energy, to balance out the harmful impacts of other choices (e.g. travel).
Consider flights that are direct instead of flights with connections. Nearly 25 percent of airplane emissions result from the take off and landing of airplanes, according to a 2010 NASA report.
When visiting locations in your destination, be sure to take care of the community and follow the popular rule to "leave it as you found it," when exploring. Being mindful of the natural environment and the community that supports it is crucial to reducing your environmental impact while traveling.
Consider finding ways to explore in a way that supports local communities, such as local tour guides and business offerings. This promotes the long-term health of a population in the area.
Want to learn more about transportation emissions and the impact on the environment? Read more from the EPA.
How to Avoid Common ScamsCourtesy of UW Credit Union
You’ve probably heard about scams targeting the university community. These tips can give you the knowledge and confidence you need to avoid common scams. Fake Check Scams The most common check scams begin with one of these situations:
You sold an item online and the buyer overpays. Surprise! You “won” a prize for a contest you didn’t enter. You’re overpaid as a “secret shopper.” You’re hired to do small jobs like dog walking and are paid too much.
In cases like these, the person who sent you a check will ask you to send back money or buy gift cards to cover the amount you were overpaid, or to cover extra “fees.” After that, you find out the check you received is not real. As a result, you lose money.
Government-Themed Scams In most cases, you’re contacted by someone claiming to be from a tax or a law enforcement agency. They warn that you’ll be punished for not paying fees or fines and tell you to transfer money elsewhere. In these scenarios, you’re tricked into giving away money. Sublet Scams If you’re subletting your apartment, you might be contacted by an “interested renter” who sends you a check for more than the amount of the security deposit and the first rent payment. Then they’ll ask you to send the extra “overpayment” money back to them. This is a scam, because the check they sent you is not real. Common “Warning Signs” You can outsmart scammers by watching out for the following:
Someone overpaying when they send you a check People asking you to provide access to your account
Phone calls, text messages or emails requesting personal information, or to click a link
What to Do Take these steps to defend yourself against these and other scams:
Stop and ask questions Don’t send funds Never provide your online banking user ID or password, or your debit card PIN Seek financial advice/support
By keeping these tips in mind, you’ll be in a much better position to protect your finances and personal information.
Note: This information is for educational purposes only. It should not be considered legal or financial advice.
Jim Rogers
Balsamic Grilled Zucchini
Grilled Shrimp Kebabs
Simple Harvest Salad
Click here to see details of Union Health and Wellness calendar of events
Increase in Lymes and Other Tickborne Disease Tick related disease threatens us every spring and summer. Recently, the CDC has identified seven new germs that can cause tickborne diseases as well as a new species of tick that has caused illness in other countries. As we see these diseases spread, it's important to protect yourself from risk of a tick bite this summer. Here's a few ways to
keep you and your family safe:
Avoid areas of high grass while hiking Use EPA insect repellents containing
DEET Treat all pets for ticks to prevent them
from bringing a tick into your home Shower after being outdoors to find ticks
before they bite Put clothes on a dry heater for 10 minutes
to kill any ticks after coming indoors
To read more about the spread of these diseases, and how to reduce your risk of being bit visit the CDC's website here!
StayWell Wisconsin Incentive For those with State of Wisconsin health insurance, you are eligible for a $150 dollar incentive by staying healthy! Just follow the steps starting with the free screening, and earn $150. Go to wellwisconsin.staywell.com for more information today!
Share Your Wellness Fun, Knowledge & Skills
Create a Union Health and Wellness EventYes, any student or staff can create any fun events you choose. Discuss with us, find a likely time when people can make it, tell your friends, and we can support you in making it happen. It's fine to have 3 to 5 people attend!
Add to the Union Health and Wellness NewsIf you have items that could be helpful in improving health and wellness for our Wisconsin Union employees, please send them on to [email protected] by the 10th and the 25th of each month. Thank you.
Click here to see the Union Health and Wellness events calendar and website
Events Calendar
Wisconsin Union Health and WellnessJim Rogers (Coordinator),
Madison Yachinich and Justice Hadley (Marketing Coordinators).
Credits to: Courtney Byelich, Sarah Calvert, Lori Egan, Renae Sigall, Monica Slater, Stephanie Webendorfer,
Funded by The Wisconsin Union Director's Fund
Submit Union Health and Wellness items generally by the 25th of each month for the summer.
Click here for the Wisconsin Union Health and Wellness Events Calendar