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Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 10/02/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Thinking about Retirement - 5 Steps to Creating Your Retirement Income Plan 10/04/2023 12:00-1:30pm ET Attend this webinar by TIAA to learn how to create a retirement income plan. Registration Open
Virtual Chair Yoga 10/04/2023 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility, and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Join us for a free Chair Yoga workshop. And don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels! Registration Open
Virtual How to Write a Models of Excellence Nomination 10/04/2023 11-11:30 am Attend this workshop and learn about how best to write your nomination and obtain some tips on doing so. Registration Open
Virtual Workshop - Mindful Communication 10/05/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Mindfulness is “paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally.” - Jon Kabat-Zinn, PhD

Mindful communication shines awareness on our intentions in communication. We learn how to be intentional, stay present, observe our thoughts, and manage our feelings while listening and being heard - true communication. In this experiential workshop, you'll enjoy how mindful communication can help us be more at home in our own skin, as well as be curious and communicate with intention both at home and in the workplace. No prior meditation or mindfulness experience is necessary.

Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 10/06/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 10/09/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Depression, Anxiety, and Burnout - Moving Toward Hope and Health 10/10/2023 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

For some people, feelings of depression, anxiety and burnout may seem insurmountable. Those experiencing these conditions are not alone, but recognizing when we need extra support for our emotional and mental well-being is critical.

This discussion defines each of these conditions, including the signs and symptoms and ways to seek help when needed.

Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - A Marketplace for Discounted Family Supports 10/11/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Through the Bright Horizons® Marketplace, you have access to resources and discounts for ongoing family needs. Join our webinar to learn more about your options for primary child care, family care and household support, elder care planning, tutoring and test prep, enrichments, camps, and more! Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Deskercize 10/11/2023 12:00pm-12:30pm This class will take you through a variety of movements that you can do right at your desk! Be prepared to work through a 30-minute low impact strength and flexibility workout.  Registration Open
Thinking about Retirement - Penn Retiree Benefits and Medicare 10/12/2023 11:00 am - 12:30 pm ET Attend this webinar by Penn Benefits and Health Advocate to learn about the Rule of 75, Penn's retiree benefits, and Medicare. Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 10/13/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 10/16/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Virtual How to Write a Models of Excellence Nomination 10/16/2023 12-12:30 pm Attend this workshop and learn about how best to write your nomination and obtain some tips on doing so. Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Understanding Health Savings Account with MetLife 10/16/2023 12:00 PM Want to understand your HSA a little more? Come to this workshop and have all your questions and concerns answered! Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Quality Care for Your Family 10/17/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm When caregivers cancel, school goes on break, mom or dad need an extra hand, or you're in between care arrangements, do you have a plan for family care? Your Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefit can help. Join our webinar to learn about the support available to you. Registration Open
Healthy Habits Year-Round Virtual Workshop 10/17/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Being healthy requires intentional effort. As seasons change, so may our habits. Reflect on the routines you currently have and reflect on your new health goals. Your facilitator, Eileen Hayes, will encourage you to integrate habits that are easy to maintain day-to-day. Topics we may discuss include: meal times, sleep habits, and exercise. Please bring a notebook.  Registration Open
Workspace Ergonomics 10/17/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm The goal of this workshop is to enhance your remote and traditional workspace comfort, health and productivity (ergonomics!). Your neck, back, and spine play important roles in your future wellbeing. The workshop will be led by Valerie Perez, CIH, CLSO, a University of Pennsylvania Industrial Hygienist with 20 years of experience in Occupational Health & Safety, and currently serves as a University of Pennsylvania Ergonomic Program Administrator and Karen Kelley, CIH, CLSO Associate Director of Industrial Hygiene & Lab Safety with 30 years of experience. Ms. Perez & Ms. Kelley will provide tips for improving your remote and traditional workspace and preventing ergonomic-related injuries. In addition, you’ll learn techniques for maximizing your “fit” with your equipment and environment by utilizing Humantech Office Ergonomics software.   Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Tutoring For All Ages 10/18/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Whether you’re trying to figure out your kids’ homework, helping them study for a test, supporting your college student with their classes, managing your own schoolwork, or all of the above, your tutoring benefit through Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ can make life easier. Join us to learn more about your available options and how to access affordable tutoring. Registration Open
October Wellness Walk: Breast Cancer Awareness 10/18/2023 Meet at 12PM

Meet the team at 12:00pm on Locust Walk, by College Hall and the Ben Franklin statue. 
Penn Public Health will lead you on a two-mile walk on/near campus to help you increase physical activity and steps, plus build community with participating Penn staff and faculty. Be sure to wear sneakers or comfortable shoes, bring water, and invite a colleague to join the celebration! 

For October, please join us support of Breast Cancer Awareness by wearing pink!

We look forward to walking together and promoting staff and faculty well-being!

Registration Open
Participating In Performance Appraisals for Staff 10/18/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. Join this workshop to understand the performance appraisal process and learn how you can prepare to have a productive review session. Registration Open
Virtual Chair Yoga 10/18/2023 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility, and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Join us for a free Chair Yoga workshop. And don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels! Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Quality Care for Adult and Elder Loved Ones 10/19/2023 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Whether you're caring for an elderly parent or adult relative, or even just preparing for when that need might arise, you have support through your Bright Horizons Elder Care™ and Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefits. Plus, you have additional discounted options through our Bright Horizons® Marketplace with Sittercity. Join our webinar to learn more about how your benefits can support you and your adult or elder relatives throughout the caregiving journey. You don't have to tackle it alone!  Registration Open
Health Advocate Presents: Domestic Violence Awareness (10:00 am) 10/19/2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Domestic violence occurs when one person in a relationship purposely hurts another person physically or emotionally. It often begins as threats and verbal abuse and then escalates to physical violence.  Many people may not even recognize that their relationship is unhealthy, or they may be hopeful that their partner will change.

Join us for this webinar to better understand this important issue, how to identify an abusive relationship, and where to find resources to help those affected.


Registration Open
Health Advocate Presents: Domestic Violence Awareness (4:00 pm) 10/19/2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Domestic violence occurs when one person in a relationship purposely hurts another person physically or emotionally. It often begins as threats and verbal abuse and then escalates to physical violence.  Many people may not even recognize that their relationship is unhealthy, or they may be hopeful that their partner will change.

Join us for this webinar to better understand this important issue, how to identify an abusive relationship, and where to find resources to help those affected.

Registration Open
Project Management 10/19/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class.  Not everyone who has to manage a project knows how to do it well. This brief session will provide solutions for project leaders to better manage your team and meet your objectives and timeline.

Registration Open
Virtual Guided Mindful Meditation 10/19/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, mindful movement, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing for self and others. The workshop is appropriate for people new to mindfulness practice as well as more experienced practitioners. No experience necessary. All warmly welcome. Registration Open
VP Live Wellness Webinar: Know Your Health Numbers 10/19/2023 12:00PM Time to prepare for your Biometric Screening!

Blood pressure, BMI, Cholesterol, Blood Sugar…. What do all these health numbers mean?

Participants will learn about various health metrics and the recommended ranges for each in order to live your healthiest life.
Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 10/20/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Using the Tuition Benefit for You and Your Family 10/23/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class.  The University offers employees and their families tuition assistance.  Join this session to learn more about the tuition benefit program and how you can use the benefit for yourself at Penn, or how the tuition benefit can support your dependents or spouse in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree. At this session, you will learn more about coverage, how to request the benefit using the online tuition management system and tax implications if you are using the benefit for a graduate program. Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 10/23/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Conducting Performance Appraisals for Supervisors 10/24/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. You are supervising or managing other employees and feel the need to learn more about how to prepare for and conduct performance appraisals. This is the course you've been looking for! Join us to find out best practices for this important annual procedure. Registration Open
Organic Confidence - How to Stay Authentically in Your Power (and Stop Feeling Like an Imposter) 10/25/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Are you constantly worried that you're just not good enough?

Are you exhausted by self-doubt and inner turmoil?

Do you notice your insecurities affecting how you show up in conversations, meetings, or in your performance?

Join Stella Grizont, positive psychology expert and executive coach, as she walks you step-by-step on how to organically generate confidence. This is the kind of confidence that doesn’t come from acting like someone you’re not, but grows from owning who you actually are. You’ll learn pragmatic and evidence-based tools on how to feel more comfortable using your voice, making hard choices,
and speaking up so you can direct your career to feel happier and more fulfilled.

You will:

  • Learn the 5 power leaks that weaken your sense of self at work
  • Discover the simple process for defining success that will bring you joy and satisfaction
  • Practice word-for-word scripts on how to ask for validating feedback
Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Virgin Pulse Wellness Platform Demo 10/25/2023 12:00pm-1:00pm

Join us for a virtual demonstration of the Virgin Pulse wellness platform and review of the 2023-2024 Be in the Know campaign! Learn about upcoming campaign deadlines, plus ways to support your overall well-being and earn up to $300 in Pulse Cash rewards.

During the demonstration, the Virgin Pulse team will walk participants through many aspects of the platform and Be in the Know wellness campaign, including: 

  • Review the Be in the Know 2023-2024 campaign design, all rewarded “Ways to Earn” activities, and important campaign-year deadlines.
  • Enroll and set up your Virgin Pulse account, including the mobile app.
  • Create your user profile, plus set your topics and interests.
  • Review the dashboard page, including daily cards and support options when you need assistance.
  • Explore Virgin Pulse programs, including a vast array of challenges, tracking options, Journey's, and more.
  • Fill out Attestation Forms to get credit for certain completed Bonus Actions.
  • Create a personal challenge and invite players to join.
  • Connect devices and apps that will sync to the platform.

There will also be a Q&A section at the end of the demonstration in which participants can submit questions via the chat feature.

PLEASE NOTE: TO ENSURE YOU RECEIVE BE IN THE KNOW BONUS ACTION POINTS, PLEASE LOG IN WITH YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME. HUMAN RESOURCES MAY NOT BE ABLE TO IDENTIFY YOU TO AWARD ATTENDANCE CREDIT, IF YOU SIGN IN WITH ONLY YOUR INITIALS, FIRST NAME, OR NICKNAME. 

Registration Open
Spin Class 10/26/2023 12:00PM-1:00PM

Free HR-Sponsored Spin Class, in partnership with Campus Recreation:

Pedal your way to a fantastic workout indoors! With the use of stationary cycles, each class is led on a “virtual” outdoor road, complete with a variety of exercises. This class will give you an energizing, calorie-burning, fun workout and it is great for all fitness levels because you will always ride at a self-directed pace. Class will take place in Pottruck Gym, Studio 306.

Registration Open
Virtual Domestic Violence Awareness Workshop 10/26/2023 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Domestic violence occurs when one person in a relationship purposely hurts another person physically or emotionally. It often begins as threats and verbal abuse and then escalates to physical violence. Many people may not even recognize that their relationship is unhealthy, or they may be hopeful that their partner will change.

This workshop is designed to raise awareness about this important topic and its impact not only on the victims, but on their families and jobs, including coworkers. Participants will learn steps for determining if they are in an abusive relationship, and resources where they can go for help.

Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 10/27/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 10/30/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Spooky Perfectionism 10/31/2023 1:00pm - 2:00pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. “Perfectionistic concerns involve being overly concerned about making a mistake, having a fear of negative social evaluation, and having a strong negative reaction to imperfection.”  This session will warm up with a self-assessment and cover an introduction to perfectionism, characteristics of perfectionism, and strategies for countering perfectionism in our work, relationships, home life and recreation.  Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Preparing for a Financial Emergency with PNC 10/31/2023 12:00PM In this workshop you'll discuss what a financial emergency is and how to prepare for it, recognizing the importance of having an emergency savings plan in place. You'll also learn the tools and resources you may need to develop and implement an emergency savings strategy and develop the necessary skills to protect yourself during times of financial emergency or uncertainty. Registration Open
Virtual Chair Yoga 11/01/2023 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility, and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Join us for a free Chair Yoga workshop. And don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 11/03/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 11/06/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks Registration Open
Caring for the Caregiver 11/07/2023 12:30 pm -1:30 pm Few people are prepared for the challenges of caring for the elderly or infirm, yet many do not have a choice. This webinar stresses the importance of caring for yourself, and outlines proven strategies for coping with the many challenges that come with being a caregiver. Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - A Marketplace for Discounted Family Supports 11/08/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Through the Bright Horizons® Marketplace, you have access to resources and discounts for ongoing family needs. Join our webinar to learn more about your options for primary child care, family care and household support, elder care planning, tutoring and test prep, enrichments, camps, and more! Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Deskercize 11/08/2023 12:00pm-12:30pm This class will take you through a variety of movements that you can do right at your desk! Be prepared to work through a 30-minute low impact strength and flexibility workout.  Registration Open
Health Advocate Presents: Avoiding Holiday Shopping Fraud (1:00 pm) 11/09/2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Huge sales, must-have gifts, and rushing for last minute items have become too familiar. Learning how to prevent fraudsters from using your shopping to their benefit is invaluable at this time of year.

Join us for a special webinar with guest presenter, Chris Shelton, a Fraud Resolution Specialist, for expert guidance on this important issue. We’ll discuss fraudster targeted information, common tactics, best safety practices, and what to do if you find yourself the victim of identity fraud. Protecting yourself and minimizing your risk will help ensure you can enjoy a happy holiday season.

Registration Open
Health Advocate Presents: Avoiding Holiday Shopping Fraud (4:00 pm) 11/09/2023 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Huge sales, must-have gifts, and rushing for last minute items have become too familiar. Learning how to prevent fraudsters from using your shopping to their benefit is invaluable at this time of year.

Join us for a special webinar with guest presenter, Chris Shelton, a Fraud Resolution Specialist, for expert guidance on this important issue. We’ll discuss fraudster targeted information, common tactics, best safety practices, and what to do if you find yourself the victim of identity fraud. Protecting yourself and minimizing your risk will help ensure you can enjoy a happy holiday season.

Registration Open
Virtual Workshop - Intentional Journaling: The Art of Paying Attention 11/09/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Intentional journaling shines awareness on the power of paying attention and the art of self-reflection. Often, people see journaling as emotional dumping and get caught in the vicious circle of negativity. 

This is not that. Learn how to use journaling for: self-care, self-reflection and gratitude for this precious moment of your life.

Registration Open
Conflict Resolution 11/10/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. During this course, we will learn the different types of conflict, learn to use several tools to help us address conflict in healthy and productive ways, learn how to reap the benefits of conflict, and finally how to mitigate its risks. We’ll also practice using these tools together so that we can all become more confident in handling disagreements within our team and in our personal lives. Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 11/10/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 11/13/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Affordable and Fun Camps for Kids 11/14/2023 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Are you looking for fun-filled options for your child when they're off for a school break or holiday? You have access to in-person camps and online activities through Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™. Join our webinar to learn more about Steve & Kate's Camp and other care options available through your benefit. Registration Open
VP Live Wellness Webinar: All About Diabetes 11/14/2023 12:00PM Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood sugar is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat.

This webinar will explain what diabetes is, how common is it, the different types of diabetes, what is pre-diabetes, long term health effects, symptoms, how insulin works, risk factors, test to detect diabetes and ways to lower your risk for Type 2 diabetes. 
Registration Open
Yoga for Caregivers Virtual Workshop 11/14/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Caregiving is one of the hardest jobs, especially when our role as a caregiver overshadows our own self-care. Yoga uses physical postures, breathing, and relaxation to shift our awareness inside. As we focus on our inner environment, we can begin to make more conscious choices that include care and kindness for ourselves. Join us for this deeply nourishing class, whether you are currently caregiving or not. A yoga mat and a block/book are recommended. Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Tutoring For All Ages 11/15/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Whether you’re trying to figure out your kids’ homework, helping them study for a test, supporting your college student with their classes, managing your own schoolwork, or all of the above, your tutoring benefit through Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ can make life easier. Join us to learn more about your available options and how to access affordable tutoring. Registration Open
Strategies for Fostering Positive Attitudes and Embracing Change 11/15/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class.  With the right tools and tactics, every person has the power to reframe and adjust their own thoughts and attitudes when it comes to everyday life, stressful situations, and even in times of change.  Participants will learn how to self-assess their own attitudes, deal with their thoughts more effectively, manage their perspectives in negative situations, and learn coping tools for dealing with change. Registration Open
Virtual Chair Yoga 11/15/2023 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility, and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Join us for a free Chair Yoga workshop. And don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels! Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Quality Care for Adult and Elder Loved Ones 11/16/2023 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Whether you're caring for an elderly parent or adult relative, or even just preparing for when that need might arise, you have support through your Bright Horizons Elder Care™ and Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefits. Plus, you have additional discounted options through our Bright Horizons® Marketplace with Sittercity. Join our webinar to learn more about how your benefits can support you and your adult or elder relatives throughout the caregiving journey. You don't have to tackle it alone!  Registration Open
November Wellness Walk: Alzheimer's Awareness 11/16/2023 Meet at 12PM Meet the team at 12:00pm on Locust Walk, by College Hall and the Ben Franklin statue. 
Penn Public Health will lead you on a two-mile walk on/near campus to help you increase physical activity and steps, plus build community with participating Penn staff and faculty. Be sure to wear sneakers or comfortable shoes, bring water, and invite a colleague to join the celebration! 

For November, please join us to support Alzheimer's disease awareness by wearing PURPLE.

We look forward to walking together and promoting staff and faculty well-being!
Registration Open
Virtual Guided Mindful Meditation 11/16/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, mindful movement, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing for self and others. The workshop is appropriate for people new to mindfulness practice as well as more experienced practitioners. No experience necessary. All warmly welcome. Registration Open
Effectively Communicating in the Workplace 11/17/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. With successful communication organizations have increase in morale, productivity and staff commitment.  This brown back will help participants understand the importance of workplace communication, identify proper communication channels, identify barriers to communicating effectively, and how to overcome communication challenges.

Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 11/17/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Quality Care for Your Family 11/21/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm When caregivers cancel, school goes on break, mom or dad need an extra hand, or you're in between care arrangements, do you have a plan for family care? Your Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefit can help. Join our webinar to learn about the support available to you. Registration Open
Cultivating Growth and Resilience in Difficult Conversations 11/21/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class.  Learn how to greater self-awareness and cultivate a learning mindset within the context of having difficult conversations. Using questioning techniques and tools such as "Feedforward" and "Improvisation", the course will help you increase engagement and resilience in conversations to improve outcomes.

Registration Open
Virtual Chair Yoga 11/29/2023 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility, and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Join us for a free Chair Yoga workshop. And don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels! Registration Open
Spin Class 11/30/2023 12:00PM-1:00PM

Free HR-Sponsored Spin Class, in partnership with Campus Recreation:

Pedal your way to a fantastic workout indoors! With the use of stationary cycles, each class is led on a “virtual” outdoor road, complete with a variety of exercises. This class will give you an energizing, calorie-burning, fun workout and it is great for all fitness levels because you will always ride at a self-directed pace. Class will take place in Pottruck Gym, Studio 306.

Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 12/01/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 12/04/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
How To Make Yourself Indispensable 12/05/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. Indispensable employees perform with a mindset that drives them to think, act, and behave differently. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to: take ownership of your responsibilities and results, take initiative to go above and beyond what is expected of you, expand your sphere of influence, perform well under pressure, adapt to changing situations, and avoid being “irreplaceable”. Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Virgin Pulse Wellness Platform Demo 12/06/2023 12:00pm-1:00pm

Join us for a virtual demonstration of the Virgin Pulse wellness platform and review of the 2023-2024 Be in the Know campaign! 
Learn about upcoming campaign deadlines, plus ways to support your overall well-being and earn up to $300 in Pulse Cash rewards.

During the demonstration, the Virgin Pulse team will walk participants through many aspects of the platform and Be in the Know wellness campaign, including: 

  • Review the Be in the Know 2023-2024 campaign design, all rewarded “Ways to Earn” activities, and important campaign-year deadlines.
  • Enroll and set up your Virgin Pulse account, including the mobile app.
  • Create your user profile, plus set your topics and interests.
  • Review the dashboard page, including daily cards and support options when you need assistance.
  • Explore Virgin Pulse programs, including a vast array of challenges, tracking options, Journey's, and more.
  • Fill out Attestation Forms to get credit for certain completed Bonus Actions.
  • Create a personal challenge and invite players to join.
  • Connect devices and apps that will sync to the platform.

There will also be a Q&A section at the end of the demonstration in which participants can submit questions via the chat feature.

PLEASE NOTE: TO ENSURE YOU RECEIVE BE IN THE KNOW BONUS ACTION POINTS, PLEASE LOG IN WITH YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME. HUMAN RESOURCES MAY NOT BE ABLE TO IDENTIFY YOU TO AWARD ATTENDANCE CREDIT, IF YOU SIGN IN WITH ONLY YOUR INITIALS, FIRST NAME, OR NICKNAME. 

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Virtual Workshop - Self Compassion: Being Your Own Best Caregiver for the Holidays 12/07/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm This course will introduce three best mindsets for self-compassion and loving-kindness towards yourself. We will practice guided meditation, let go negative self-talk, and journal for self-care and self-love. Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 12/08/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 12/11/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Simple Breath: Secrets for Holiday Joy and Stress Reduction 12/12/2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Holiday gatherings, gift-giving, and family can be a source of joy, stress, and even grief. Join Eileen Hayes to spend time reflecting on the emotions and values that are important to you at this time of year. Learn breathing techniques to train the nervous system to downshift and find spaciousness even in the busy-ness of the season. This moment of pause can keep you focused on what’s important now and set you up for a focused start to 2024.  Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - A Marketplace for Discounted Family Supports 12/13/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Through the Bright Horizons® Marketplace, you have access to resources and discounts for ongoing family needs. Join our webinar to learn more about your options for primary child care, family care and household support, elder care planning, tutoring and test prep, enrichments, camps, and more! Registration Open
The Gift of Feedback 12/13/2023 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class.  Feedback can be an amazing gift that helps improve performance, but many managers feel challenged by giving and receiving feedback.  In this session managers will learn how to frame feedback as a gift that creates productive dialog and improved performance.  Additionally, we will cover how managers can solicit feedback from staff in order to become a more effective leader. Registration Open
Virtual Chair Yoga 12/13/2023 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Plenty of people turn to yoga for exercise, but striking a pose isn’t for everyone. If you’ve been tempted to try it but don’t know where to start, it’s time to try chair yoga. Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support. You get the same benefits of a regular yoga workout (like increased strength, flexibility, and balance) but don’t have to master complex poses. Chair yoga can even better your breathing and teach you how to relax your mind and improve your wellbeing. Ready to give it a try? Join us for a free Chair Yoga workshop. And don’t worry about your experience or flexibility—chair yoga can be modified for all levels! Registration Open
Virtual Workshop: Deskercize 12/13/2023 12:00pm-12:30pm This class will take you through a variety of movements that you can do right at your desk! Be prepared to work through a 30-minute low impact strength and flexibility workout.  Registration Open
Virtual Guided Mindful Meditation 12/14/2023 12:00 pm -1:00 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, mindful movement, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing for self and others. The workshop is appropriate for people new to mindfulness practice as well as more experienced practitioners. No experience necessary. All warmly welcome. Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Guided Meditation 12/15/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Meditation, quite simply, is training your attention. In an age of distraction, this becomes a very important skill if we are to maintain focus and mental acuity and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life. It may be the most worthwhile 30 minutes of your day! Registration Open
Virtual 30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 12/18/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm The Chair Yoga + Core program consists of moves you can do to tone your abdominals, lengthen your spine, and strengthen your entire torso region. Many activities depend on a strong core, from the simple act of bending to put on shoes to the most athletic endeavors. Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. With the abdominals engaged, you'll find a natural lift and length without having to force anything. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Quality Care for Your Family 12/19/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm When caregivers cancel, school goes on break, mom or dad need an extra hand, or you're in between care arrangements, do you have a plan for family care? Your Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefit can help. Join our webinar to learn about the support available to you. Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Tutoring For All Ages 12/20/2023 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Whether you’re trying to figure out your kids’ homework, helping them study for a test, supporting your college student with their classes, managing your own schoolwork, or all of the above, your tutoring benefit through Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ can make life easier. Join us to learn more about your available options and how to access affordable tutoring. Registration Open
Bright Horizons Care Benefit - Quality Care for Adult and Elder Loved Ones 12/21/2023 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm Whether you're caring for an elderly parent or adult relative, or even just preparing for when that need might arise, you have support through your Bright Horizons Elder Care™ and Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefits. Plus, you have additional discounted options through our Bright Horizons® Marketplace with Sittercity. Join our webinar to learn more about how your benefits can support you and your adult or elder relatives throughout the caregiving journey. You don't have to tackle it alone!  Registration Open
Spin Class 12/21/2023 12:00PM-1:00PM

Free HR-Sponsored Spin Class, in partnership with Campus Recreation:

Pedal your way to a fantastic workout indoors! With the use of stationary cycles, each class is led on a “virtual” outdoor road, complete with a variety of exercises. This class will give you an energizing, calorie-burning, fun workout and it is great for all fitness levels because you will always ride at a self-directed pace. Class will take place in Pottruck Gym, Studio 306.

Registration Open
Tools for Career Assessment and Development 01/16/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL: dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. In this program we will examine questions for assessing and developing your career. You will contrast your career options by utilizing a variety of tools. By the end of the session you will have the resources needed to develop a plan for career success. Registration Open
Strategies for Fostering Positive Attitudes and Embracing Change 01/24/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL: dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. With the right tools and tactics, every person has the power to reframe and adjust their own thoughts and attitudes when it comes to everyday life, stressful situations, and even in times of change.  Participants will learn how to self-assess their own attitudes, deal with their thoughts more effectively, manage their perspectives in negative situations, and learn coping tools for dealing with change. Registration Open
Being an Effective Team Member 02/28/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL: dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. 
Effective teams are key to providing quality service and remaining competitive. This interactive seminar focuses on each individual team member’s responsibility to improve their productivity and value through the contribution of new ideas. The facilitator will defi ne the purpose and characteristics of teams, discuss individual behaviors that contribute or detract from team success, and outline specific tips and techniques to become a more effective team member.
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Adapting Your Leadership Style 03/13/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL: dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. 
Leadership styles can vary based on working environment, personal background, or industry. Knowing how to effectively channel the right leadership style given a specific audience or setting is key to being an effective leader. In this course, we will uncover the qualities it takes to be a leader, recognize style differences, understand how to conduct one-on-ones, and develop motivation approaches for employees.
Registration Open
Virtual Training 101 04/04/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. Using our training structure roadmap, we will take a look at how to prepare and execute a virtual training. We will examine the phases of training and how those are structured for a virtual training, how to reformat course activities and communication to participants, tips for using video platforms, and best practices for facilitating your course.  Registration Open
Participating In Performance Appraisals for Staff 04/10/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. Join this workshop to understand the performance appraisal process and learn how you can prepare to have a productive review session. Registration Open
Conducting Performance Appraisals for Supervisors 04/12/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. You are supervising or managing other employees and feel the need to learn more about how to prepare for and conduct performance appraisals. This is the course you've been looking for! Join us to find out best practices for this important annual procedure.
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Time and Energy Management: Ideas for Sustainable Life Balance 04/25/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. As part of our Ideas for Sustainable Life Balance series, this interactive workshop defines energy management in terms of its relationship to work-life balance asserting that time is finite but energy is not. Several traditional tools are presented but the focus is largely on the need for sustainable practices of working and living in the midst of a pandemic. Individuals will be asked to do a personal energy assessment and to consider a habit that will serve them. Registration Open
Conflict Resolution 05/02/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. During this course, we will learn the different types of conflict, learn to use several tools to help us address conflict in healthy and productive ways, learn how to reap the benefits of conflict, and finally how to mitigate its risks. We’ll also practice using these tools together so that we can all become more confident in handling disagreements within our team and in our personal lives. Registration Open
Radical Resilience: Ideas for Sustainable Life Balance 05/23/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. The term “anti-fragility”, coined by NYU professor Nassim Nicholas Taleb takes the concept of resilience to the next level by asserting that there are conditions whereby we are not only able to bounce back, but we become even stronger as a result.  This interactive workshop is part of our Ideas for Sustainable Life Balance series that provides tools for increasing your ability to be super-resilient.  Based on the work of Harvard educator Dr. Ben-Shahar, author of Happier: Learn the Secrets to Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment. Registration Open
Effectively Communicating in the Workplace 05/28/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. With successful communication organizations have increase in morale, productivity and staff commitment.  This brown back will help participants understand the importance of workplace communication, identify proper communication channels, identify barriers to communicating effectively, and how to overcome communication challenges. Registration Open
Writing Emails that Get to the Point 05/30/2024 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. Because so many of your communications are via email, this is a great chance for you to spend a short time learning how to do it better. Email demands clear and efficient writing, but we’ve all seen how easily misunderstandings in email messages can compromise clear communication. Attend this helpful brown bag to get a fast-paced, hands-on lesson to strengthen your email writing skills. Through examples and exercises, you will learn how to target your audience, get to the point, and develop and maintain a professional email style. Registration Open