Past Events

We all feel so much better after a good night's sleep. Our thoughts are clearer, our reactions faster and our emotions are less fragile. This session introduces participants to the effects of sleep deprivation and reviews some key strategies for what you can do to promote healthy sleeping habits. Contact Phone: 56800 Email: landd@uoguelph.ca Register now! 

Employee Essentials - Adaptability As the university environment continues to change, employees are required to change with it. Change usually involves some kind of learning which results in behaviour change and the acquisition of new skills. Grow Through Change introduces employees to the concepts, methods and tools for successful continuous learning at work and throughout their lives.

The focus of this session is to explore the science of happiness. The session is grounded in a highly practical and scientifically based approach to understanding happiness. Through a research based approach, Meghan will define happiness and identify some strategies you can apply at work and life to boost your happiness and overall vitality. During the session we will also explore character strength and finding flow in your work and life.

A blood donor clinic will be held Jan. 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the University Centre, Peter Clark Hall. Give the gift of life to another person by donating blood.

The Mental Health First Aid Course is a 2 day course that provides participants the skills and knowledge to help people better manage potential or developing mental health problems in themselves, a family member, a friend or a colleague Program focus: MHFA teaches participants to recognized the symptoms of mental health problems, provide initial help and how to guide a person towards appropriate professional help.

Recess League is happening once again this semester! When: Thursdays 12-1pm, starting January 18th until exams Where: Mitchell Gym in the Athletics Centre Cost: $10 for the entire semester (what a deal!) Who: Any staff member or grad student can participate

SafeTALK is an alertness training that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness and help participants identify ways people invite help when they’re at risk. Program focus:

Back by popular demand!   Come learn about beautiful and unique spaces on campus that you may never have seen before on this walking tour.  The tour departs at 12:10pm sharp. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Get a sneak peak of the walking tour here: https://www.pr.uoguelph.ca/walk-wellness-tour-guide   

SafeTALK is an alertness training that prepares anyone, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. The SafeTALK trainer will demonstrate the importance of suicide alertness and help participants identify ways people invite help when they’re at risk. Program focus:

As part of the Wellness@Work initiative, Athletics is offering FREE Staff Only classes for two weeks in January.  From January 15th-19th and January 22nd-26th, you're invited to participate in the following fitness classes from 12:10-12:50pm:  Mondays- Desk Jockey Yoga Tuesdays- TRX Hardcore  Thursdays- Body Blast