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.
Starting Point for Young Investors - Thursday, July 10th – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and Voya
When should you start saving for retirement? Now is a good time! As you begin your career, retirement should be something you save for along the way. Join us to learn about designing a budget, why you should start saving now, and investing basics.
Fun in the Sun! - Friday, July 11th – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and VCU Employee Health
Spending time in the sun can be fun, but safety is important! As we try to survive the heat of the summer, join us for sun, pool and water safety tips to help you get through!
Invest Confidently in Your Future - Monday, July 14th – 10 am
Presented by VCU HR and Fidelity
Join Fidelity and learn how to invest confidentially. Saving for your goals is great but investing your savings – properly and with a plan – can really help your money grow. Learn how to build an investment plan to help you optimize your savings.
Absolutely Fit - Wednesday, July 16th – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being
This 30-minute virtual exercise class will not only give you an excellent abdominal and low back workout, but will also challenge your other major muscle groups as well.
Taking Control of Your Money - Wednesday, July 16th – 12:30 pm
Presented by VCU HR and Virginia Credit Union (VACU)
Discover effective strategies for saving money, managing spending, and improving your credit. Let Virginia Credit Union help you set personal financial goals to gain peace of mind and great control.
Guided Meditation - Monday, July 21st – 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.
Emotional Intelligence: taking it to the next level – Tuesday, July 22nd – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP
This is an in-depth class focusing on what an emotion is, and how understanding your emotions can help make or break situations. It’s an interactive, tool-based seminar that dives deeper into the amazing world of emotional intelligence to help participants understand general emotions, recognize the four basic emotions, and learn what works best for each individual.
WellGOnomics - Wednesday, July 23rd – 12 pm
Presented by VCU HR and CommonHealth
This program focuses on ergonomics, which is the study of the relationship between people and the objects and environments with which they interact. Learn more about ergonomically correct work (and home) environments to reduce injury and pain.
Set your Retirement Date: Understand the factors to get you to your goal - Monday, July 28th – 11 am
Presented by VCU HR and TIAA
Whether you plan to retire today or 30 years from now, it’s never too early – or too late – to design the life you want. Join TIAA and explore the steps to getting you there.
Events for the following month are posted in the last week of the preceding month. Check back regularly for updates!