Your Health & Habits
Ready to feel better, boost your energy, and build healthier habits? Wish you had support without paying for a gym or program? Good news, you already do.
UNI Employee Well-being gives you access to powerful resources designed to help you stay consistent and reach your goals.
Everything you need is free. Everything you want is possible. The next move is yours.
Nutrition Consulting
Employees have access to six hours of one-on-one virtual nutrition consulting each year with a registered and licensed dietitian. Get personalized support for building healthy habits, meal planning, weight management, and achieving your nutrition goals.
Call 800-327-4692 to schedule your nutrition consultation.
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| Healthy Eaters 10/7 | 10 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Click to Register | Healthy eating starts with habits—not just what’s on the plate. This webinar explores how to help kids develop positive relationships with food, learn to listen to hunger and fullness cues, and build routines that make nutritious choices feel natural and enjoyable. |
| Food & Mood 10/15 | 10 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Click to Register | Mood changes the way we eat and what we eat changes our mood. Instead of tracking calories and various nutrients, think about how tracking your emotions can identify ways to eat healthier and feel more energized. |
| Diets Debunked 10/21 | 12 - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual Click to Register | Diets are everywhere, and it can be tempting to fall for the quick-fix solutions that make promises too good to be true. Learn how to determine if a diet will deliver results, as well as what to consider before changing your diet. |
| Fitness Fundamentals 10/28 | 11 a.m. - noon | Virtual Click to Register | Regular physical activity is one of the most important things adults can do to improve health and overall quality of life. In this training, you will learn how to incorporate physical activity safely into your daily routine to maintain overall health. |
| Hello Holidays 11/4 | 10 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Click to Register | The holiday season will soon be in full swing and it can be tempting to relax on your health goals to make room for the extra goodies this season can bring. But the best way to go into a New Year is to end the current year well. This webinar showcases how staying on track is easier than getting back on track and it’s less challenging than you may think! |
| De-mystifying Nutrition Labels 11/11 | 10 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Click to Register | Life is busy and reading nutrition labels is often put in the “too hard to figure out” shopping basket. The good news is that anyone can become a food label whiz after gaining insight on what to watch for on nutrition labels. |
| Mood & Food: Coping with Seasonal Changes 12/2 | 10 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Click to Register | Are you finding it hard to stay motivated and on track with healthy eating as the year comes to a close? Whether your good intentions were hijacked by the holidays, the colder weather, or shorter days—focus on the foods and habits that keep you energized and feeling your best. Choose what fuels you and let go of what doesn’t. |
| Trust Your Gut 12/11 | 11 - 11:30 a.m. | Virtual Click to Register | Interested in more energy, less inflammation, improved mood, and smoother digestion? Look no further than your gut! Learn about the science behind gut health and its impact on overall wellbeing as well as the foods that support a healthy gut. |
Walk, Talk & Connect
Tuesdays & Fridays | 12 - 12:30 p.m. | Campanile
Join fellow faculty and staff for a refreshing campus walk that supports both your physical and mental well-being. Add up to 2,000 steps to your day, enjoy meaningful conversations, and build connections with colleagues from across campus, all while taking a healthy break from your routine.
Preventive Exams
Preventive care helps catch chronic conditions early, before they become harder and more expensive to treat. If you’re enrolled in the University’s self‑insured health and/or dental plans, make sure you’re staying up to date on key preventive visits. Prioritizing these visits is one of the simplest ways to protect your long‑term health and well‑being.
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Confidential Biometric Screenings
Benefit‑eligible employees (including ACA‑eligible) can receive one free confidential biometric screening each academic year. Additional screenings are available for $50 each.
Spouses of eligible employees and retirees may also participate for $50.
A biometric screening is a quick 10–15 minute health check performed by MercyOne wellness professionals. It provides a snapshot of your overall health and helps identify potential risks.
Counseling
Whether it’s stress keeping you awake at night or a situation you’re unsure how to navigate, your EAP is here to help!
Life Coaching
Want to grow personally and professionally? You have access to life coaching sessions to help build skills, manage stress, improve work-life balance, and become more effective.
Call 800-327-4692 to get started.
Questions?
Please contact the Human Resource Services Benefits Team at hrs-benefits@uni.edu.