Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
The Cancer Prevention Committee of the American Society of Clinical Oncology recommends minimizing drinking alcohol as it is considered a potential modifiable risk factor for cancer. In fact, alcohol is estimated to be responsible for 3.5% of all cancer deaths in the United States. Additional research indicates alcohol consumption is a risk factor for several malignancies including head and neck, esophageal, liver, colorectal, breast and others.
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Tags: Wellness
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
If you haven’t noticed lately, we live in the high desert and the warmer temperatures will be upon us soon. For many of us who have been here for a good amount of time, we still can benefit from a reminder to take the heat of the summer seriously. June, July and August are the hottest months on record for New Mexico and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shares guidance on how to stay healthy and safe throughout the summer.
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Tags: Wellness
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
How do we mark the passage of time? Can you recall the address of your first job or the phone number of the house where you grew up?
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Tags: EmployeeWellness
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
Institutional Support Services is thrilled to announce that UNM benefit-eligible employees can now utilize their tuition remission benefit to experience the picturesque UNM North Golf Course! Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to enjoy up to 24 rounds of golf at your own pace within four months of purchase.
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Tags: Benefits
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
Reducing added sugars is one of the healthiest dietary changes we can make. And it’s a sensible choice, too – sugar can contribute to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
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Tags: EmployeeWellness, Wellness
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
This month EOD challenges you to refresh your focus! Whether you are enjoying the lull after a busy spring semester, or you are amid preparations for the fall (or maybe your job is just a non-stop hamster wheel!), it is important to take some time to refresh your focus right now.
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Tags: EOD
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
In this 2-session class, you’ll learn the mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets to confront the reality of bias. In this interactive experience, relevant examples, and practical tools will help equip people to surface and address bias in their everyday decisions and interactions.
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Tags: EOD
Posted in Newsletter on May 31, 2023 by HR
Have you ever felt drained, underutilized, and frustrated at work? Do you feel anxious, judged, and drained of energy? If you answered yes, chances are you aren’t inspired to do your best.
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Tags: EOD
Posted in Newsletter on Apr 27, 2023 by HR
Staff at The University of New Mexico are encouraged to participate in the 2023 UNM Employee Engagement Survey offered between May 1 and May 15. The short survey allows employees to provide confidential feedback to University leadership on their workplace experience. The survey will help focus efforts toward achieving UNM 2040 goals, specifically the objective of ensuring a sustainable and high-quality workforce.
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Posted in Newsletter on Apr 27, 2023 by HR
Come out on Thursday, May 11 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., for the 2nd annual Mental Health Awareness Fair. UNMH Employee Wellbeing, Health Sciences Wellness, UNM Office of Professional Wellbeing and UNM Employee Wellness have coordinated the event to take place at the Barbara and Bill Richardson Pavilion Plaza on North Campus.
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