June is Men’s Health Month
At Syracuse University, we believe a thriving community starts with thriving people. The Wellness Initiative invests in you—our faculty and staff—through hands-on workshops, live virtual sessions and self-guided content designed to meet you wherever you are on your wellness journey.
Join the 21-Day Men’s Health Challenge
This team-based challenge is where faculty and staff earn points through healthy daily actions across three tiers preventative screenings, daily habits and personal wellness support. Powered by the YuMuuv app.
Participants will join a team, compete across the university and have a chance to win prizes, while building healthier routines that fit into real life.
Kick-off is on Friday, June 5, and the challenge runs June 8-28.
Syracuse University Workforce
The Workforce Run—or walk—is back Tuesday, June 9 at Onondaga Lakefront Park.
Arrive by 6 p.m., Run starts at 6:45 p.m.
The event includes a Syracuse University team t-shirt, dinner, event t-shirt and photo opportunities with Otto. Thank you everyone that registered to participate! Check your email and the Teams group for more event day details.
Please note, the deadline for registration has passed. (Updated 6/1/20206)
Thrive! June: Other People Matter
In this session, you’ll learn how human connections are wired and why our relationships impact not just our mental well-being, but our physical health, too. You’ll gain practical strategies to strengthen your connections, prioritize meaningful relationships and be more present with the people who matter most. Light lunch provided.
Tuesday, June 23, Skybarn (South Campus)
Thursday, May 14, 304ABC Schine Student Center
Noon-1 p.m.
Thrive! is a monthly series by Northbound with positive psychology expert, Jaime Weisberg.
Recording Now Available!
Fireside Chat: Finding Focus in a Distracted World
Event was: Friday, May 1National Veterans Resource Center at the Daniel and Gayle D’Aniello Building
This engaging fireside chat featured neuroscientist and author Amishi Jha in conversation with retired Lieutenant General Walt Piatt, CEO of Wounded Warrior Project. The chat is inspired by Jha’s groundbreaking book, “Peak Mind”.
Facilitated by Alex Dietrich, Interim Chief Human Resources Officer.
Workshop and Webinar Lineup
Join us for workshops and webinars from experts at AllOne Health, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and more! Plus, check out the “In Case You Missed It!” section below for on-demand webinars from the archive.
Wednesday, June 10
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 17
Noon-12:45 p.m.
Register for Embracing Personal Reflection and Self-Awareness.
Thursday, June 25
Noon-12:45 p.m.
Presenter: Dr. Matthew Capuano, Excellus BCBS Medical Director,
AllOne Health Webinars
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield YouTube Page (Source: Excellus)
Let’s Chat Immunizations (Source: Excellus)
Navigating Menopause: Empowering Women Through Change (Source: Excellus)
Support for Mental Health and Substance Abuse (Source: Excellus)
The Miracle of Movement (Source: Excellus)