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Bright Horizons: Curated Resources for Your Family 12/11/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Join Bright Horizons' webinar to learn about how your benefits can help support your family.  Registration Open
Chair Yoga 12/11/2024 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
Effectively Communicating in the Workplace 12/11/2024 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
Power of the Positive - Cultivating Optimism 12/12/2024 Multiple During this webinar, we’ll discuss ways to cultivate authentic optimism that enhances resiliency and helps individuals and groups navigate change. We’ll also discuss what optimism is and is not and, ultimately, how to put it to work to promote more positivity in others.
10:00 am - 11:00 am Registration Open
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Registration Open
Promoting Flexibility in Our Lives 12/12/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Join us as we explore how increasing flexibility (from scheduling, to releasing control, to flexibility in responding to ourselves and others) can improve our sense of well-being. Registration Open
Social-Emotional Development Workshop For Parents 12/12/2024 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Making sure your child feels safe, loved, and well cared for is the foundation for healthy development, and it can help your child build social skills and emotional intelligence. Find out how you can support this area of human development. Registration Open
TIAA Live Webinar - How Can I Afford College for My Kids or Grandkids? 12/12/2024 1-2 pm ET Gain insights into how to make the best decisions for saving for a child's education for your situation.
Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 12/13/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 12/16/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Identifying and Setting Our Boundaries 12/16/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This session will discuss the importance of boundaries, as well as how to set and enforce them based on your values. Registration Open
Resources for Caregivers of Older Adults 12/16/2024 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm We’ll explore strategies for managing caregiver stress and preventing burnout. Learn about self-care practices that can help caregivers maintain their well-being while providing the best care for their loved ones. Registration Open
Bright Horizons: Family Care You Can Trust 12/17/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Watch the webinar to learn about Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™, including reliable childcare at centers near you and in your own home, and trusted in-home care for adult and elder loved ones.  Registration Open
Getting Ready for Family Gatherings 12/17/2024 9:00 am - 9:30 am We'll talk about how to get yourself in the right headspace in advance of family gatherings. Registration Open
Planning for College with MetLife 12/17/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM To help pay for college tuition and related expenses, most of us need to know all the available savings options. 
In this workshop, hosted by MetLife, you will learn about: 
· 529 College Savings Plan 
· Coverdell Education Savings and IRA Accounts and Uniform Gift/Transfers to Minors Act
· Different types of financial aid

Registration Open
Student Loans and Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Separating Myths from Facts 12/17/2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class.  Join us for an engaging webinar to explore the latest updates on student loans and discover how PeopleJoy can help you get started on your journey to financial wellness. We'll take a deep dive into the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, debunk common myths, and clarify its requirements. The session will conclude with a live Q&A, giving you the opportunity to get your questions answered by experts and learn how to have your student loans forgiven. 
Registration Open
Bright Horizons: Professional Tutoring for All Ages 12/18/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Join the webinar to learn about tutoring for all learners ages 5+, in 3,000+ subjects, available through your Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ benefit. Registration Open
Leveraging Your Financial Foundation with PNC 12/18/2024 12:00pm-1:00pm If you're starting to think about retirement, this workshop is for you. Learn about our four-step checklist for planning retirement income, and how to protect your retirement assets by safeguarding personal data. Registration Open
Participating In Performance Appraisals for Staff 12/18/2024 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
Bright Horizons: Support for Your Elder Caregiving Journey 12/19/2024 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm When your parent’s caregiver is unavailable or schedules change at the last minute, you have Bright Horizons Back-Up Care™ — reliable in-home care that fills the gaps.  Looking for long-term care options and caregiving support? Bright Horizons Elder Care™ is here for your family. Join the webinar to learn more.  Registration Open
Conducting Performance Appraisals for Supervisors 12/19/2024 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. Registration Open
Parenting Through the Holidays: Managing Expectations, Schedule Changes, and More 12/19/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Join me as we discuss how the holidays impact our children and how we can promote stability through the time off. 

Registration Open
Highs, Lows, and Everything In Between: Reflecting on 2024 12/20/2024 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm

Join us as we reflect on what we've learned from 2024.

Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 01/10/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 01/13/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 01/15/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
Depression, Anxiety, and Burnout: Moving Toward Hope and Health 01/16/2025 Multiple This webinar will explore the definitions of depression, anxiety, and burnout. We’ll discuss their signs and symptoms and provide strategies for seeking help when necessary.
10:00 am - 11:00 am Registration Open
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Registration Open
INDOOR: January Wellness Walk 01/22/2025 12:00 PM

Shake off the sweets and step into wellness: A New Year's Resolution walk at the Palestra! The holidays may be fading in the rearview mirror, but the New Year stretches bright before us, full of possibilities and fresh starts. And after the delicious indulgences of December, what better way to kick off 2025 than with a reinvigorating walk?

We'll meet at the Palestra on January 22nd at 12pm, rain or shine for our 2 mile walk. We encourage  all walkers at every pace to join!

Let's make this January a month of positive change, one step at a time. We can't wait to see you there!


Registration Open
Penns Hiring Manager Training 01/23/2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm *NOW VIRTUAL:  dial-in instructions will be posted soon and emailed to participants prior to the class. Penn is one of the best places to work in Philadelphia. We are the largest private employer in the city and employ more than 17,000 professionals. As a hiring manager, search committee member, or primary recruiter, you have the exciting and critical job of choosing the best applicants. 
Penn’s Hiring Manager Training will walk you through a high-level overview of the hiring process, best practices, and highlight the many tools available to ensure you have a successful candidate search.
Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 01/24/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 01/27/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Hitting the Reset Button: Goal Setting 01/28/2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Throughout this training we will discuss how to proactively create goals and routines that can strengthen our mental health and well-being.

Discussion will include the importance of managing our goals and expectations, along with embracing gratitude.

Registration Open
Chair Yoga 01/29/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 01/31/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 02/03/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Intentional Journaling: The Art of Intention, Self-Love, and Self-Care 02/04/2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Learn how to use journaling to transform your perception for: self-care, self-reflection, and gratitude for this precious moment. Learn ways journaling can enhance your courage, freedom and inner peace. Registration Open
How to Master Difficult Conversations and Experience Relationship Transformation 02/05/2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join this webinar with best-selling author and positive psychology expert, Stella Grizont, to learn how to:

  • Communicate effectively, peacefully, and confidently to uphold psychological safety for yourself and others
  • Get your needs met while feeling seen and heard
  • Script out a difficult conversation, step by step, word for word
  • Discover the most important tool in communication to get what you want while staying true to yourself and empathetic towards others
Registration Open
New and Expectant Parent Briefing 02/05/2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm This is an introductory resource briefing designed for expectant parents and those who are new to parenting or childcare. Participants will learn about local and university childcare and parenting resources including the lactation program, childcare locators, back-up care, adjusting to new schedules, flexible work options, among other topics. This session will also cover Penn's time away from policies including short-term disability (STD), parental leave, and related sick leave policies. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 02/07/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 02/10/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 02/12/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
Mindful Movement and Meditation 02/13/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include gentle mindful movement and guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 02/14/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 02/17/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Understanding Forgiveness 02/20/2025 Multiple During this webinar, we’ll discuss how holding onto anger hurts us, how anger and resentment manifest in our minds and bodies, and how to take concrete steps toward lasting forgiveness. We’ll offer skills and tools for a more peaceful mindset.
10:00 am - 11:00 am Registration Open
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 02/21/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 02/24/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Strengthening Relationships 02/25/2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm This workshop explores common destructive patterns which can interfere with relationships. Participants will learn strategies to recognize red flags so they can better sustain a healthy and loving connection to their partner. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 02/26/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 02/28/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 03/03/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 03/07/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
The Science of Happiness: 5 Drivers of Flourishing 03/12/2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm In this workshop, author, positive psychology expert, and executive coach, Stella Grizont, will share the latest research in the science of happiness and how it applies to the workplace, so that you can be most engaged, energized, and on purpose at work. Registration Open
Mindful Movement and Meditation 03/13/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include gentle mindful movement and guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 03/17/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 03/19/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 03/21/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 03/24/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 03/26/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 03/28/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 03/31/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 04/04/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
Models of Excellence Awards Ceremony 04/07/2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Reception to follow On April 7, 2025, Penn will recognize outstanding staff members who play key roles in the University’s successes.  Interim President J. Larry Jameson, Provost John Jackson, Senior Executive Vice President Craig R. Carnaroli, and Senior Vice President for Human Resources Felicia Washington will present the awards to staff members. The awards are presented in three categories: Models of Excellence, Pillars of Excellence, and Model Supervisors.  Special guests include a musical group and the 2025 Models of Excellence staff honorees. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 04/09/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
Mindful Movement and Meditation 04/10/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include gentle mindful movement and guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 04/11/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 04/21/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 04/23/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 04/25/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 04/28/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 05/02/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 05/05/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Mindful Movement and Meditation 05/08/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This workshop is for participants to practice present moment awareness with kindness and compassion. Our practice will include gentle mindful movement and guided meditation focusing on the breath, body awareness, and other practices to cultivate wellbeing. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 05/09/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 05/12/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 05/14/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 05/16/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 05/28/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 05/30/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 06/02/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 06/06/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 06/09/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 06/11/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 06/13/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 06/16/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 06/23/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open
Chair Yoga 06/25/2025 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Chair yoga is a more moderate form of yoga that’s done while sitting in a chair or using a chair for support; it can teach you how to relax your mind, improve your well-being, and be modified for all levels. Registration Open
30-Minute Guided Meditation 06/27/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm This meditation is guided to encourage spaciousness and stability in your life, as well as the ability to maintain focus and develop emotional intelligence and fitness. Registration Open
30-Minute Chair Yoga plus Core 06/30/2025 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Chair Yoga for the core helps you learn to engage your abdominals correctly. In just 30 minutes, beginners and those who regularly exercise can learn what to do without leaving their desks. Registration Open