Hokie Wellness for Employees

05/17/2024

Are you interested in growing education savings for your grandchildren? Learn how you can save, use an Invest529 account, and the tax advantages that come with it in this webinar on June 6 at 2 p.m.: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RWSkTIsvSlGbTCnzSFfWtg #/registration

Image credit: Michiele Henderson via Unsplash

05/02/2024

Our May newsletter is hot off the press!
https://hokiewellness.vt.edu/employees/news.html

04/25/2024

Drop by the GLC *this Saturday* to dispose of your expired or unwanted medications in an anonymous drop box.

While you're there, participate in Rapid REVIVE to become Narcan trained. In only 15 minutes, you can learn how to respond to an opioid overdose. Free Narcan and response kits are included.

04/25/2024

Mark your calendars for the Employee Appreciation and Hokie Wellness Fair on May 15!

Faculty, staff, and non-student wage employees, local to the Blacksburg campus and surrounding region are invited to attend the Employee Appreciation and Hokie Wellness Fair on Wednesday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Lane Stadium.

03/21/2024

Virginia Tech employees involved with Dining Services, Housekeeping, and Grounds are needed for a research study on balance training to help prevent slips and falls. Participation will involve balance training once a week for 3 or 6 weeks, 3 balance testing sessions, and short, text message questionnaires.

You are eligible to participate if you: are 18-65 years old; are willing to complete 3 or 6 training sessions, 2 or 3 testing sessions, and short text message questions; do not weigh over 250 pounds; pass a health screening questionnaire.

Participants who complete the study will be compensated $70-$100 cash for their time and effort.

For more information, please either text us at (303) 834-5181 or email us at [email protected].

03/21/2024

Tonight at 7 p.m. - in-person (Graduate Life Center in Blacksburg) & on Zoom:

To share tools and strategies for anyone to prevent and mitigate technology-enabled abuse, Hokie Wellness and the Sexual Violence Prevention Initiative present “Why We Don’t Need to Be Tech Experts to Stay Safe in the Digital Age,” a keynote by Adam Dodge, founder and CEO of endTAB.

The keynote will empower attendees with information on:
-Nonconsensual tracking
-Unauthorized account access
-Image-based sexual abuse and catfishing
-Online scams
-Emerging issues including synthetic n**e images, voice cloning, and stalker ware

Click the link on this post for information.

Hokie Wellness and the Sexual Violence and Prevention Initiative present “Why We Don’t Need to Be Tech Experts to Stay Safe in the Digital Age,” a keynote by Adam Dodge, founder and CEO of endTAB, on Thursday, March 21.

03/15/2024

"Lack of child care has economic and social consequences that ripple across all of society – not just parents. And community collaborations are key to easing the strain felt by child care programs.

Alongside its partners in the New River and Roanoke valleys, Virginia Tech not only finds new ways to help the university’s caregiving employees and students find care that meets their needs but ensures our local child care workers are supported."

Over the last three years, Virginia Tech has explored new ways to expand child care options for caregiving employees and students through the Early Childhood Education Initiatives. Since last fall, the university expanded partnerships with two more child care centers and began offering discounts tow...

03/11/2024

“Why We Don’t Need to Be Tech Experts to Stay Safe in the Digital Age” with Adam Dodge (Virtual & In Person)
Mar. 21, 7:00 p.m. | Zoom | Graduate Life Center Auditorium

Online abuse and safety is on the top of everyone’s mind especially with how much time we (and those we care about) are online and on our devices. In this keynote we will learn tools and strategies for preventing and mitigating harm from AI deep fakes, leaked photos, digital harassment / stalking and more.

This event is free and open to the p***c. If you are someone needing an accommodation to please reach out Hokie Wellness at [email protected] .

Adam Dodge, founder & CEO of endTAB will be leading this keynote.

03/11/2024

As renovations continue to progress, we are excited to announce that the reopening timeline for War Memorial Hall anticipates occupancy and public use in August of 2024.

More details on progress ➡️ t.ly/Cr9D9

03/01/2024

Join surgeon and breast cancer specialist Jolene Henshaw, MD for a free educational session and Dinner with the Doctor on March 7 at 5:30 p.m. at the Draper Mercantile.

This special event will feature a discussion about women's health with a focus on breast cancer. Discover the latest advancements in prevention, early detection, treatment options, and survivorship strategies, while gaining valuable information that can help you or your loved ones navigate the journey with confidence and resilience.

There will also be time to ask questions. Register below:

https://www.hcavirginia.com/calendar #/ce/event-details/a0s6O00000BFswKQAT

02/27/2024

Our newsletter is live! Check out what's coming up throughout the month of March: http://tinyurl.com/marchnewshw

02/21/2024

Virginia Tech’s Early Childhood Education Initiatives team is partnering with the Child Study Center at Virginia Tech to offer a lunch and learn series: "What You Need to Know About Raising a Child with a Disability."

The series dates are Feb. 22, March 28, and April 11; all sessions will start at noon and be held via Zoom. Click the link below more information on the sessions.

Virginia Tech’s Early Childhood Education Initiatives team is partnering with the Child Study Center at Virginia Tech to offer a lunch and learn series: "What You Need to Know About Raising a Child with a Disability."

02/02/2024

Taxes are full of nuances, complicated jargon. Join Jennifer Huffman from Atlantic Union Bank for some explanations and resources to make “taxes” less scary: tinyurl.com/hw-taxes101

01/08/2024

Samantha Harden, an associate professor of human nutrition, foods, and exercise in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, is offering a weekly interactive webinar titled “Mindful Meet-Ups.” Each Monday from noon to 12:30 p.m., Harden will share different strategies to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. “Mindful Meet-Ups’” 30-minute webinars offer an inclusive, accessible, and practical place to experience what moment-to-moment awareness, movement, breathwork, and community can do for your emotional well-being.

Two new webinars offered by Virginia Cooperative Extension will help you greet the New Year with mental and emotional wellness.

01/05/2024

Happy Financial Wellness Friday! January is Financial Wellness month. To kick it off, we’re sharing a few tips for setting yourself up for success. A budget, spending plan, financial roadmap — whatever you choose to call it — is the foundation for setting your financial goals. Share your best budgeting tips below!

01/04/2024

Peep the Virginia Tech Rec Sports group exercise schedule for next week. 👀

*FREE* faculty/staff classes Monday-Thursday at 12:15 p.m. No membership needed!

Group Exercise is a great way to stay motivated in your fitness routine. These workouts are prepared and led by our certified instructors and are guaranteed to bring you a fun and exciting fitness experience. We offer over 100 classes a week - everything from bootcamp and spin to yoga and BODYPUMP.....

12/05/2023

Hokie Wellness wrapped up our final vaccination clinic last week. In total, more than 1,100 Virginia Tech employees received flu and/or COVID vaccines this season. We could not have done it without the incredible support from Katelyn at Blacksburg Pharmacy. If you still need your flu shot, you can walk into any of their five locations across the New River Valley!

11/29/2023

full-time faculty and staff now have access to a free premium Care.com membership. This allows you to search for and hire nannies, babysitters, tutors, pet sitters, and more.
To learn more about the membership, visit caregiving.vt.edu and click "Child Care Resources."
To register, visit care.com/virginia-tech and use your VT email to create an account.

11/21/2023

Hey Hokies! Head over to Instagram and follow our new account:

instagram.com/vt_employeewellness/

11/20/2023

Our Hokie Wellness for Employees website recently got a glow-up - check it out!

hokiewellness.vt.edu/employees

11/17/2023

Join Mindful Meetups from 12-12:30pm on Mondays for a rejuvenating "lunch break" while we refill our own emotional and energetic cups:

https://bit.ly/HVHEmindfulmeetup

11/16/2023

Virginia Tech Rec Sports and Hokie Wellness have joined forces to bring Virginia Tech employees a festive fitness BINGO Challenge.

Each week of December, employees can complete a BINGO card to earn Rec Sports merch! Interested in joining the fun? Simply fill out this form and we'll send you specific instructions:

Rec Sports and Hokie Wellness have joined forces to bring Virginia Tech employees a festive fitness BINGO Challenge. Each week of December, employees can complete a BINGO card to earn Rec Sports merch! Interested in joining the fun? Simply fill out this form and we'll send you specific instructions....

11/15/2023

Don't forget to take your cupcake break at Moss Arts Center tomorrow, Hokies!

Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of Moss Arts Center, Virginia Tech and the faculty/staff who support their great work. There will be free cupcakes, swag, and a performance by Invoke!

11/14/2023

Last chance to register for tomorrow's Memory Screening Day with Engagement Center for Creative Aging!

Tomorrow is the last day to sign up for our FREE Memory Screening Day on Thursday! 🧠

We have plenty of spots open and would love to see you tomorrow to help you learn more about your brain and help you create a plan for your bright future! 🌟

Scan the QR Code or Sign-Up at this Link: https://calendar.app.google/LGM7DE6dGKbrG1WH7

11/14/2023

With the days getting shorter and nights darker, we love this list of small changes you can make to your space to fight the winter blues.

Author Katherine May explains how small changes to your space can have big impacts on your mood.

11/13/2023

Join us this Wednesday for a Walk and Talk with Dr. Sarah Jones, Director of Cook Counseling.
More details in the comments.

11/09/2023

Take charge of your brain health with Engagement Center for Creative Aging's Memory Screening Day on November 16th. Check out the flyer and click the link below to book your screening:
https://calendar.app.google/LGM7DE6dGKbrG1WH7

Next Thursday, November 16th, we will be having our fall Memory Screening Day! 🧠

This is a free opportunity for you to learn more about your brain health and determine a plan to keep your brain as healthy as it can be! We have 28 slots available to sign up for and we're hoping to fill them all...

Sign up here: https://calendar.app.google/LGM7DE6dGKbrG1WH7

11/02/2023

Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of Moss Arts Center, Virginia Tech and the faculty/staff who support their great work. There will be free cupcakes, swag, and a performance by Invoke!