Past Events

How observant are you? Do you have what it takes to spot all the hazards in the photos? Give it your best shot and you could WIN!  Those wishing to enter are asked to identify 3 hazards within the photos and also submit a “safety idea” relevant to each of the photos. Submit your answers to wellnessatwork@uoguelph.ca or deliver in-person to Sarah Joosse in Human Resources. Contest deadline is May 10th at 5:00pm.

Today’s workplace is dynamic, fast paced and demanding for both the mind and the body. This 3-part series will explore the impact of our self-care habits on our day-to-day wellness. The overall goal for the series is to create a warm and engaging space for women to connect with one another to discuss their relationship with their body and their self-care habits. Sessions will examine what self-care looks like for you, your connection to your body signals for hunger, fullness, fatigue and stress, as well as helpful mindfulness strategies and using your strengths for success.

Employee Essentials - Personal Management Principles, Attitudes and Practices for Success

Retirement isn’t just about your finances-sometimes through our planning and saving, we lose sight of the bigger picture. This interactive workshop will engage participants in discussions on topics like:

Research indicates that only 17% of employees use all of their strengths on the job. We know that working in your strengths increases well-being, resilience, engagement and productivity. That’s why we want to offer you the opportunity to participant in an eight-week online course that will help you to:

In this session you will develop your understanding and application of the 3 core practices of GOAL 2.0 – CONNECT, ADAPT and ALIGN. We will focus on the development and practice of the following skills:

Get the inside scoop on the Art Gallery of Guelph's outdoor artworks! Join us for a free guided tour of the Donald Forster Sculpture Park on Friday, April 26 from 12:15 to 12:45 pm. The tour will begin at Canadiana/Begging Bear. Comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, and a camera are recommended. Tour is limited to 20 participants. Please register here in advance.  

Scientific studies have shown that 50% of our individual differences in happiness are determined by our genes, 10% by our life circumstances, and 40% by our intentional activities. This one-hour session will introduce participants to some of the research-based “happy habits” that can be adopted to increase levels of happiness and well-being. Facilitator: Homewood Health

Celebrate with your colleagues at the Community BBQ All U of G faculty and staff are invited to the Community BBQ to celebrate the end of the 2018/19 academic year.  Thursday, April 25, 2019 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Gryphon Fieldhouse Take an opportunity to relax and connect with colleagues on your lunch hour over a delicious meal and fun activities.  

Front line staff members are normally the first contact for clients and/or visitors. Learn how difficult situations can be dealt with effectively while maintaining a safe and secure environment. Participants will gain confidence and knowledge of safety and security within the work place. Please bring a pen and notebook with you to this workshop. Come prepared for in class training. This program is for all front line staff members dealing with staff, students, visitors.