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![Healthy Eating for the Holidays (Photo Credit: [CC0] 2014 Kaboompics / Karolina, https://www.pexels.com/photo/spinach-chicken-pomegranate-salad-5938/)](images/healthy_holidays.png "Healthy Eating for the Holidays (Photo Credit: [CC0] 2014 Kaboompics / Karolina, https://www.pexels.com/photo/spinach-chicken-pomegranate-salad-5938/)")
Join Katie McKee, MCN [Maternal and Child Nutrition] , RDN [Registered Dietitian Nutritionist] , LD [Licensed Dietitian] , dietitian and program coordinator at Dairy MAX, for a delicious presentation on healthy holiday eating featuring recipes from the Dairy Discovery Zone.
December 4, 2017
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602)
Space is limited. RSVP [Please Reply] to taylor.tran@utdallas.edu by November 27, 2017.
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Greek Yogurt Recipes: Online / Cookbook (by Toby Amidor, MS [Master of Science] , RD [Registered Dietician] , CDN [Certified Dietitian Nutritionist] )
Make an appointment to donate blood on Wednesday, November 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. when the Carter Blood Care bus stops at UT Dallas in the Residence Hall South (RHS) loading zone.
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The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will visit the loading zone of Residence Hall South (RHS) on Tuesday, November 28. Call 214.645.2560 or 866.277.0710 with your health insurance information to schedule an appointment for any time from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. that day. Please check with your health insurance provider to see if UT Southwestern is in your network. Sponsored mammograms are available for patients without health care coverage.
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu with any questions or concerns.
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Get a free flu shot October 30 or 31. Sign up online to get the necessary consent form, then bring —
— to one of several locations around campus:
| October 30 | 9:00 a.m. | – | 12:00 p.m. | Callier Center Dallas, A 229 |
| 9:00 a.m. | – | 4:00 p.m. | Atrium between North and South Engineering and Computer Science | |
| 9:00 a.m. | – | 4:00 p.m. | Facilities Management, FM 1.702 | |
| 1:30 p.m. | – | 3:00 p.m. | Center for Vital Longevity, Brain Room | |
| October 31 | 9:00 a.m. | – | 4:00 p.m. | Founders Building, Second Floor Atrium |
| 12:30 p.m. | – | 2:30 p.m. | Resource and Operations Center, ROC 2.102 | |
| 1:00 p.m. | – | 3:00 p.m. | Center for BrainHealth, 1.604 |
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Addiction hijacks the brain. This happens as the brain goes through a series of changes, beginning with recognition of pleasure and ending with a drive toward compulsive behavior. What do we know about cravings? How does addiction alter the brain?
Join Francesca Filbey, PhD [Doctor of Philosophy] , and Sven Kroener, PhD [Doctor of Philosophy] , from the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences when they present their latest research to the public. Refreshments will be available. This event is free, but registration is required.
Tuesday, October 24
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Davidson Auditorium (JSOM 1.118)
— Register Now —
Contact Nancy Orlowski (norlowski@utdallas.edu / 972.883.4845) if you need help registering or have any questions.
Our Intro to Strength & Conditioning class for Tuesday, October 17, has been moved to Wednesday, October 18, after which it will resume its normal schedule (PDF [Portable Document Format File] , 78KB).
Get into shape for our annual Scholarship Golf Tournament by joining your fellow students, faculty, and staff at the Practice Tee, 3570 Waterview Pkwy, Richardson, TX.
Golf clubs will be provided. Practice your swing at their —Download the Flyer (PDF [Portable Document Format File] )
Register for this year’s Physical Activity Challenge! From October 9 through November 5, develop a healthy habits for a lifetime. Challenge yourself to walk between 10,000-15,000 steps a day, drink 8-10 glasses of water a day, and sleep 7-9 hours a night.
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October 4 - November 15, 2017
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lonestar Conference Room (AD 3.104)
In eight sessions across seven weeks, this free class can help you end your smoking habits. This class is open to all UT Dallas faculty, staff, and students. To attend, register online or call 972.883.2213.
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The September 5 class of Strong by Zumba (HITTZ [High Intensity Tempo Training Zumba] ) has been canceled. This class will return to its regular schedule on the following week.
The afternoon Yoga Fusion class (12:00-12:45 p.m.) for August 28 has been canceled, but the evening class (5:30-6:30 p.m.) will still occur as scheduled.
The Center for BrainHealth™ will host a lunch and learn on childhood concussions on Friday, August 25, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Faculty/Staff Dining Room (SU_2.905).
Dr. Lori Cook, director of pediatric brain injury programs at the Center for BrainHealth™, will share expert insight on the latest youth concussion research findings and trends. Her talk will cover how to spot concussion symptoms as well as current best practices for concussion prevention, management, and recovery, including highlights on teen brain development and neuroplasticity in youth.
RSVP [Reply Please] online by August 22; Space is limited to 100 participants.
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The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will visit the loading zone of Residence Hall South (RHS) on Friday, August 4. Call 214.645.2560 or 866.277.0710 with your health insurance information to schedule an appointment for any time from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. that day. Please check with your health insurance provider to see if UT Southwestern is in your network. Sponsored mammograms are available for patients without health care coverage.
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu with any questions or concerns.
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Did you know that there is a committee on campus watching out for your well-being by enabling you to take charge of your health at various levels? Meet your Employee Wellness committee on Monday, July 27, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602).
Space is limited to 100 participants, so RSVP [Reply Please] by July 19 to reserve your spot.
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Attend the come-and-go, superhero-themed UT Dallas Annual Benefits and Wellness Fair on Monday, July 17, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Student Union Galaxy Rooms (SU 2.602).
Schedule a Complimentary Checkup (PDF [Portable Document Format File] , 644KB) in the Phoenix Room (SU 2.508) between 8:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. thorugh Catapult Health. Space is limited. If you schedule a checkup, please show up to avoid a $160 “No Show” fee.
Schedule a Complimentary Injury Assessment (PDF [Portable Document Format File] , 287KB) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through Airrosti Rehab Centers.
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Download a Floor Map of the Fair (PDF [Portable Document Format File] , 67KB)
Download the UTD Benefits Fair App: iTunes | Google Play
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Registration for the 2017 Richardson Corporate Challenge is open! Please download the registration form and calendar of events on the Corporate Challenge webpage.
Also, save the date for this year’s Opening Ceremony and Great Walk on Friday, August 11, 2017 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at Galatyn Plaza (2351 Performance Drive, Richardson, TX 75082). In addition to free food and festivities for attendees, UT Dallas earns participation points for each team member who completes the short 10-to-15-minute walk. There will also be a UT Dallas team tent where you can meet up with your colleagues and family members.
Make an appointment to donate blood on Thursday, June 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. when the Carter Blood Care bus stops at UT Dallas in the Residence Hall South (RHS) loading zone.
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Join David Mora, LPC [Licensed Professional Counselor] , from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602) to learn how to stay focused in the midst of chaos. Tools will be given on how to walk mindfully and use stretching methods along with other helpful tips to decrease the body’s stress.
This workshop is limited to 100 participants. Register online by June 19 to reserve your spot.
Presented as part of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP [Employee Assistance Program] )
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu for more information.
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The Center for BrainHealth™ and the UT Dallas Benefits team will host a lunch and learn on how optimize brain performance on Thursday, June 22, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in JSOM 11.214 & JSOM 11.218.
Jennifer Zientz of the Center for BrainHealth™ will provide insights, tools, and tactics that can help you improve focus, boost mental energy, and eliminate toxic habits that may hinder efficient brain function and your well-being in the workplace..
RSVP [Reply Please] online by June 16; Space is limited to 100 participants.
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The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will visit the loading zone of Residence Hall South (RHS) on Thursday, June 1. Call 214.645.2560 or 866.277.0710 with your health insurance information to schedule an appointment for any time from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. that day. Please check with your health insurance provider to see if UT Southwestern is in your network.
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu with any questions or concerns.
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Fidelity Investments will host a lunch and learn on the topic of Social Security on Monday, June 12, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602).
Space is limited, so RSVP [Reply Please] by June 7 to reserve your spot.
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu with any questions.
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UT Dallas won the Spring Into Motion challenge in the Medium Institution category, with a 56% completion rate. Overall, UT System saw a 52% completion rate for our fitness goals. Congratulations to everyone who participated!
The Center for BrainHealth™ and the UT Dallas Benefits team will host a lunch and learn on how optimize brain performance on Wednesday, May 31, from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602).
Dr. Diana Purvis Jaffin and Dee O’Neil with the Center for BrainHealth™ will discuss how sleep, nutrition and physical activity influence brain health and cognitive function.
RSVP [Reply Please] online as space is limited.
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A presentation by Angela Lovell, MAPC [Master of Arts in Professional Counseling] , RDN [Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist] , LD [Licensed Dietitian] , Dietitian and Nutrition Counselor at Nutrition Therapy and Wellness.
May 25, 2017
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602)
RSVP [Please Reply] to taylor.tran@utdallas.edu by May 18 to reserve your lunch.
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UT Dallas faculty and staff who travel abroad on University business are invited to attend a Travel Wellness Lunch-and-Learn on May 19 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Student Union Faculty and Staff Dining Room (SU 2.905 A & B). Presenters from the UT Dallas Benefits Office, the Employee Assistance Program and the International Center Risk and Safety Office will discuss assistance and benefits available to employees while they travel. Please complete the RSVP [Please Reply] form to indicate your attendance and reserve your lunch as seating is limited.
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Get Even More ZUMBA In Your Week!
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
SPN Wellness Center
![Morning Yoga (Photo Credit: [CC] 2014, Michael Pravin, https://www.flickr.com/photos/60973041@N05/15626381302/)](images/morning_yoga.png "Morning Yoga (Photo Credit: [CC] 2014, Michael Pravin, https://www.flickr.com/photos/60973041@N05/15626381302/)")
Join Elaine Pendleton each Thursday in May from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. at SPN 1.700 for this pilot class.
April 18 - May 30, 2017
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Safety and Grounds, SG 1.216
To register for this free class, log in to Galaxy, then go to Staff Tools > LEO > Find Available Training. You can also register by contacting taylor.tran@utdallas.edu.
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April 13, 2017
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Ask most people what characteristics successful, happy people bring to the work place and exhibit in their lives, and more times than not, the answers will center around their ability to work with and interact with people.
Emotional intelligence has become the new standard for the workplace in many, many organizations and companies. This presentation will dig down below the surface to understand what competitive advantages emotional intelligence offers and ways to incorporate it into your career and your life.
Presented by Terry Cartwright, SPHR [Senior Professional in Human Resources] , Manager of Training and Organizational Development.
This workshop is limited to 100 participants. Register by April 10 to reserve your spot.
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu with any questions or concerns.
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April 6, 2017
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
SPN [Synergy Park North] Wellness Center (SPN 1.700)
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Learn About Airrosti’s Complimentary Injury Assessments (PDF [Portable Document Format File] , 334KB)
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Did you know that UT Dallas has a registration goal? Register today and help us exceed our goal!
Participants who earn 20 springers throughout the duration of the program will earn individual rewards for completing the challenge: A Living Well Blender Cup and Frisbee. Also, work together with your colleagues to win the coveted Traveling Trophy for your institution for each listed category size.
Those who are unable to meet the challenge requirements due to medical constraints may request an alternative challenge completion requirement.
Important Dates:
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Get ready to put the pep back in your step!
This Comet Cab service is closed for summer 2017, but is expected to resume in the fall semester.
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March 29, 2017
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602)
Holly Torres, Executive Director of the North Texas American Lung Association, will offer advice on how to successfully stop using tobacco.
RSVP [Please Reply] to taylor.tran@utdallas.edu by March 22, 2017.
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March 29, 2017
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602)
Get resources and support for tobacco cessation from —
— including information on the free upcoming Freedom from Smoking pilot class.
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Join us on March 7 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in JSOM 11.214 & JSOM 11.218 when a guest presenter from Airrosti Rehab Center will discuss ways to relieve and prevent lower body pain. Space is limited, so register online to reserve your spot and lunch.
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![Spice Up Your Meals (Photo Credit: [CC BY 2.0] 2015 University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment, https://www.flickr.com/photos/snre/16218726869/)](images/spice.png "Spice Up Your Meals (Photo Credit: [CC BY 2.0] 2015 University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment, https://www.flickr.com/photos/snre/16218726869/)")
Join UT Dallas alum Navin Hariprasad, MPH [Masters in Public Health] , RDN/LD [Registered Dietitian Nutritionist / Licensed Dietitian] , for a cooking demonstration that shows healthy food can be exciting food!
Enjoy a catered lunch and come away with meal plans, spice packets, and coupons for Navin’s restaurant, Spice in the City.
March 6, 2017
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms B & C (SU 2.602)
Space is limited. RSVP [Please Reply] to taylor.tran@utdallas.edu by February 27, 2017.
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The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will visit the loading zone of the Visual Art Studio (AS) on Friday, March 3. Call 214.645.2560 or 866.277.0710 with your health insurance information to schedule an appointment for any time from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. that day. Most insurance plans are accepted. Sponsored mammograms are available for patients without health care coverage.
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu with any questions or concerns.
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UT System is offering all active members of UT Select an opportunity to enroll in the Naturally Slim weight loss program. Participants in this 10-week program will learn how to lose weight and improve their health. The application period runs from March 1 through March 17. The program itself begins on April 3.
Join Marcia Upson, President of Naturally Slim Inc., on March 2 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Founders Building 2nd Floor Atrium for an informative Lunch and Learn that explains the benefits of this weight loss program.
Space is limited. Please register online to reserve a spot.
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Get fit and have fun this Spring by joining the 2017 UT System Activity Challenge: Spring Into Motion. This program is open to all UT Select members age 18 and older. Registration begins March 1; The challenge begins April 3. Get more information and register at www.utlivingwell.com.
During America Saves Week, Voya wants to inspire people to save today for tomorrow. To help, we will be offering the “Manage Your Finances and Plan for Your Future” webinar on February 28 at 10:00 am, 12:00 noon, 3:00 pm and 7:00 pm, Eastern Time. The 30-minute webinar will focus on setting short- and long-term goals and how to balance income and expenses. We will explore these concepts for every life stage — whether you’re just starting out or ready to retire — to help you work toward all of your objectives.
Registration is required. Register Online >>
Send any questions before your webinar to voyawebcasts@voya.com.
Join us on February 28 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the TI Auditorium (ECSS 2.102) for a lunch & learn on the topic of retirement, presented by the Lincoln Financial Group. Space is limited, so please register online to reserve your place at this event.
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Dr. Kami Banks, from the Cardiology Faculty of UTSW Clinical Heart Center, will provide heart health tips and host a question and answer session on heart disease.
February 15, 2017
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602)
Space is limited. RSVP [Please Reply] to taylor.tran@utdallas.edu by February 7 to reserve a spot.
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Join the 10-minute System-wide walk for heart health! Meet at the Plinth on February 10 at 10:00 a.m.
Can’t make it to the Plinth? Join groups walking at SPN (outside the main entrance), and The Center for BrainHealth (lobby reception desk), and Callier Center Dallas (main lobby).
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Kick off the 2017 10 Week Wellness Challenge by meeting in the main lobby of South Engineering and Computer Science (outside ECSS 2.102) at 11:00 a.m. and walking to Administration (AD). Healthy snacks await you at the end of the walk, where you can learn about this year's challenge: Embrace the Journey. The 2017 challenge runs from January 23 through March 31.
Register online using Group ID LHDUTD to join for just $12 per person; then form a team, elect your captain, and rise to the challenge!
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January 9 9:00 a.m. |
Healthy Happy Meal Visitor Center (VCB) Atrium |
January 18 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Buddy Yoga Workshop Multipurpose Room Green, Activity Center (AB) |
January 24 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Healthy Comet Eats Premier & Cooking Demo Galaxy Room C (SU 2.602) |
January 25 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Buddy Yoga Workshop Multipurpose Room Green, Activity Center (AB) |
January 31 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
Time Out Tuesday: Black Light Dance Party Auxiliary Gym, Activity Center (AB) |
February 7 9:00 a.m. |
Heart Healthy, Hot Breakfast Founders (FO) Lobby |
February 14 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
Farmer’s Market The Plinth |
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Join David Mora, LPC [Licensed Professional Counselor] , from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Galaxy Rooms A & B (SU 2.602) to learn relaxation techniques for coping with stress.
This workshop is limited to 100 participants. Register online by January 20 to reserve your spot.
Presented as part of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP [Employee Assistance Program] )
Please contact nora.pena@utdallas.edu for more information.
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Join Rec Sports’ Group X and enjoy a variety of different exercise classes all semester long. A Spring Semester pass costs $50 for existing members; additional fees apply to community users and sponsored guests. Please contact frances.branham@utdallas.edu for more information.
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Register at the Activity Center (AB) control desk for Rec Sports’ 8-week long Fitness Instructor Training. This course meets on Saturdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and costs $50. When you successfully complete this training, you’ll be qualified to audition with Rec Sports to teach primary group fitness.
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Join us on January 20, 2017, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., in Galaxy Rooms B & C (SU 2.602) for Obesity Disease Risks and Treatment Options. This presentation by Dr. Daniel Scott, General & Laparoscopic Surgeon at UTSW Medical Center, has limited space. To ensure your spot, RSVP [Please Reply] to taylor.tran@utdallas.edu by January 13.
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