Human Resource Services will host an informational session on bridging the gap from your employer health plan to Medicare. Learn how to use the Marketplace or healthcare.gov to price Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliant plans, and options such as COBRA, short term health plans, sharing programs and group plans. The hour-long session will be presented by Todd Cooper with Veridian, March 1 at noon in Gilchrist 009.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session focused on how our mood impacts our eating habits and what to do about it. The population of the United States is becoming increasingly obese with each passing decade. There are many speculations about the cause of this phenomenon from an increasing sedentary lifestyle, the ready availability of high calorie foods, to stress and even sleep deprivation. However, if people ate only when they were truly hungry and stopped when they were full, there would be no obesity epidemic.
UnityPoint and MercyOne hospitals and clinics have online systems that allow patients to contact their care teams virtually. Through these platforms you are also able to request prescription refills, access test results, and read provider notes. Doctor on Demand, UNI’s option for a virtual office visit, allows 24/7 care for common symptoms.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session focused on responsible use of alcohol. About one third of the population will drink heavily and/or engage in what is called binge drinking or drinking to intoxication. The training addresses health concerns associated with binge drinking, ways to recognize problem drinking patterns and how to drink more responsibly. The course will explore common myths associated with drinking and provide participants with resources for getting help for alcohol use problems.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session on advanced estate planning. Join us to learn about tax rules, tips, trusts, charitable giving, and UNI Foundation tools for estate planning. All faculty and staff are welcome to attend. The hour-long session will be presented by UNI Foundation and BergenKDV, January 24 at 2 p.m. in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance.
Additional flu shot clinic dates and times have been added. If you haven't gotten your flu shot, there is still time! All benefit eligible faculty and staff are eligible for one free flu vaccination each year. For additional information visit our flu shot webpage.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session focused on managing stress during the holiday season. The approaching holiday season brings many expectations. Often this makes us feel like we are being pulled in a hundred different directions. There are office parties to attend, family get-togethers to schedule, children’s holiday recitals and gifts to buy. The holidays can be one of the happiest times of the year, yet it can also be one of the most stressful. Maintaining balance and keeping stress from overwhelming you are the keys to an enjoyable holiday season.
Human Resource Services will host a session led by Cedar Valley Hospice. Cedar Valley Hospice counselors will provide information on how to support someone who is grieving, and resources available in the community. This one hour session will be held Thursday, December 8 at 3 p.m. in Gilchrist 007. Please register in advance.
The Iowa Economic Development Authority recently awarded UNI the recognition of being a "2022 Best Place for Working Parents". Their assessment concluded that UNI has family-friendly policies and practices in place that display a commitment of supporting working parents. As a community and business, UNI recognizes that supporting our employees is foundational to the success of our students, campus and greater community.
Human Resource Services will host an informational session focused on a holistic approach to financial planning. Financial goals are the specific long and short-term objectives to be attained through financial planning and management efforts. Among personal financial goals are things such as:
