Student Loan Repayment Strategies
11 - 12 p.m. | Virtual | Faculty and Staff Only | For many employees, especially in the first half of their careers, student loan payments are a significant monthly expense. This class helps attendees consider repayment options that meet their individual goals. We discuss repayment options for both federal and private loans, which include how to lower monthly payments or pay off loans faster. Presented by MSA via Magellan EAP.
Plant Your Way to Healthy Living
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | OMU Courtyard | Faculty, staff, and students will be introduced to the many benefits of incorporating plants into your diet, work space, and living space. In partnership with the OU Botany Club, Norman Farmers Market/The Well, and Bee Healthy, OU Health Promotion will engage participants in discussions and hands-on activities showcasing easy-care office plants, home plants, culinary herbs as well as provide healthy plant-based food samples.
Ask the Trainer
12 - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual | Join us for this 30-minute roundtable discussion with certified personal trainers from Sarkeys Fitness Center (Norman) and University Health Club (HSC).
Poetry Mindfulness Meditation
12 - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual | Dr. Bryan Touchet will lead attendees in a group reading and reflection on a poem to assist participants in exploring themes of wellness and wholeness.
Successful Gardening in Oklahoma
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Virtual | Certified Master Gardener, Deb Cupps, will present on having a successful garden with good soil and Oklahoma-proven plants.
Student Loan Repayment Strategies
2 - 3 p.m. | Virtual | Faculty and Staff Only | For many employees, especially in the first half of their careers, student loan payments are a significant monthly expense. This class helps attendees consider repayment options that meet their individual goals. We discuss repayment options for both federal and private loans, which include how to lower monthly payments or pay off loans faster. Presented by MSA via Magellan EAP.
Sneakers and Spirit Day
All day | Wear your favorite sneakers and OU shirt or polo. Boomer Sooner! Supervisor approval is required.
Therapy Dogs and Snacks
9 - 11 a.m. | South Oval | Stop by to pet dogs and grab a healthy snack. Snacks are generously provided by OU Food Services. While supplies last.
OHAI Tai Chi A Thon
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Multiple locations, view link
Ergonomics: Workstation Cramping Your Style?
10 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual | Join this interactive session to explain workstation ergonomics and tips on how to reduce and relieve tired, achy, or tingly body parts! Have a ruler handy to assess your personal workstation. Presented by Carrie Ciro, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA, Chair of OU Dept. of Rehabilitation Sciences.
Flu Shot Clinic
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Walker Storm Shelter
Happiness Reconnect: Meditation & Breathwork
12 - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual | 30-minutes of guided meditation and breathwork. Led by Pooja Shrivastava, Ph.D. and Dinesh Nath, Ph.D.
LiveWell OU Overview Session
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. | Virtual | Faculty and Staff Only | Learn more about the OU employee wellness program, meet the team, and how to navigate the wellness portal.
SKY Meditation Retreat
6 - 9 p.m. | Virtual | This three-day (9-hour) online retreat is part of the SKY Campus Happiness program and offers an in-depth experience of effortless meditation, breathwork, yoga, and more. Space is limited and requires attendance of all three sessions (Sept. 23, 6-9 p.m.; Sept. 24 & 25, 9 a.m-12 p.m.). Cost is $50 for OU faculty, staff, and students.