The 2025 Benefits and Well-being Fair is coming up on Monday, April 28, 2025! Join us in-person on the Monroe Park campus to speak with vendors, prepare for open enrollment, participate in a free jazzercise-inspired workout, pick up fun swag items, and much more!
All VA state employees (including wage employees and those who have waived health coverage) can use free online EAP resources. Access articles, videos, self-assessments & more at Anthem EAP: www.anthemeap.com/cova. Available until June 30, 2025.
Employee Well-being Events
Live events such as webinars, exercise classes and information sessions are a great way to set aside an hour or so in your day to focus on well-being topics that are most relevant to you. Most programs continue to be offered virtually unless specified below.
VCU is happy to share opportunities to attend university well-being programs with other members of the VCU community, including VCU Health, VCU Dentistry, and other affiliated entities. Please be aware that some features and services discussed may be limited to university employees or may apply differently to employees of VCU Health or other entities. Contact your entity's HR department with any questions.
Assertive Communication - Tuesday, March 18th – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP
Do you have a hard time saying No? Do you not advocate for your own needs? Learn how to get your point across while being respectful to both yourself and others. In this session you will learn your communication style, tips for good communication, how to say No, and what obstacles there can be.
Guided Meditation – Tuesday, April 15th – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being
Take a break from the noise to find a quiet reflection in the middle of your day with this virtual guided meditation. This meditation is suitable for all levels of practice.
Routine Preventive Maintenance (R.P.M.)
- Tuesday, April 22nd – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and CommonHealth
Hit the road to health and wellness with tips and information on employee benefits that can help us thrive in four key areas: medical, physical, emotional, financial, and occupational. Think of it as a routine tune-up that can help us discover ways to boost well-being and steer towards better health and greater happiness! Buckle up and join CommonHealth as we take charge of our health and wellness journeys together!
Strength and Stretch
- Thursday, April 24th – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being
This is a 30-minute virtual workout that focuses on hard bodyweight exercises while also focusing on stretching those same muscles out to release any tension.
Tips for working with a financial professional
- Monday, April 28th – 11 am
Presented by VCU HR and TIAA
Join TIAA for this 15-minute on demand session and learn how to select the right financial professionals, communicate effectively with them and make the most of your collaboration to achieve financial.
Events for the following month are posted in the last week of the preceding month. Check back regularly for updates!