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.
Thursday, July 16th – 12 pm
LegalShield & IDShield: Affordable Protection for Everyday Life
Legal and identity theft issues can happen when you least expect them. Join us for an informative session to learn about LegalShield and IDShield, two employee discount programs designed to help you navigate legal matters and safeguard your personal information. Discover how these plans provide access to legal support, identity monitoring, fraud protection, and restoration services, giving you and your family added confidence and peace of mind. Whether you're planning for the future, facing a legal question, or looking to strengthen your identity protection, this session will help you understand the resources available and how to enroll.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, July 22nd – 12 pm
The Connection Between Exercise and Mental Health
(Presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP)
Exercise is great for our bodies and our hearts love it too! It boosts our immune system, helps to reduce our risk for contracting many diseases and plain makes us look better. But what can it do for our mental state? Join this session where we will explore how exercise contributes to a healthy brain, what actually happens to our brain when we exercise and why it is so essential to our mental health.
Register: Talent@VCU
Thursday, July 23rd – 12 pm
Holding It All Together – The Sandwich Generation
(Presented by VCU HR and Atlantic Union Bank)
Are you raising a family and taking care of your aging parents? Sometimes “holding it all together” can be very challenging mentally, physically and of course financially. Join us in conversation on practical financial strategies for raising your children and caring for your aging parents.
Register: Talent@VCU
Thursday, July 23rd – 12 pm
Guided Meditation
(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.
Register: Talent@VCU
Thursday, July 30th – 11 am
Money Psychology: Beyond the Numbers
(Presented by VCU HR and TIAA)
In this session, you will explore how emotions and habits shape money choices – and how to align them with your goals.
Register: Talent@VCU
Events for the following month are posted in the last week of the preceding month. Check back regularly for updates!