Category: Emotional Wellness
Emotional Wellness is the ability to understand ourselves and cope with the challenges life can bring. The ability to acknowledge and share feelings of anger, fear, sadness, or stress; hope, love, joy, and happiness in a productive manner contributes to our Emotional Wellness.
November Lunch n’ Learn
Employee Spotlight: Gail Sims-Aubert
UW-Green Bay students can rest easy in the housing on campus with Gail Sims-Aubert as the Director of Residence Life. Gail has been overseeing daily operations and all facets of student housing at UW-Green Bay since October 2013.
Gail was born and raised in a small town, Bruning, Nebraska (population 300). She is one of five children and a first generation college graduate with a BA in Broadcast Sales/Management and Master’s Degree in Speech Communication. Gail religiously reads her hometown newspaper every week (Hebron Journal Register) because it keeps her “in the know” with small town life. Gail is married and has two wiener dogs, Thelma and Louise. She is an organized, thoughtful and detail-oriented person who loves fitness, cycling, watching college basketball (Go Phoenix!) and reading.
Gail loves working with her staff of professionals and students, because no two days are ever the same. One of the most important things Gail has learned in life is to say what’s on your mind, because life may not give you a second chance.
Position at UWGB: Director of Residence Life
Summary of what you do: Oversee the daily operations of all facets of student housing at UWGB
How long have you been employed: Since October 2013
Brief history of employment with UWGB: Have been here just over 18 months
Three words that describe you: Organized, Thoughtful and Detail-Oriented
Personal interests: Fitness, Cycling, Reading
Random facts/interests: Born and raised in a small town in Nebraska (pop. 300). My husband and I have 2 wiener dogs (Thelma and Louise)
– Are you messy or organized? Organized
– Best vacation you’ve been to? Recently explored the Mayan pyramids in Mexico
– Describe what you were like at age 10. Shy. Very, very shy
– Do you have a favorite newspaper, blog? I religiously read my hometown newspaper every week (Hebron Journal Register) because it keeps me “in the know” with small town life.
– Do you have a favorite quote? “If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging.” Will Rogers
– If you could change one thing about working here, what would it be? The winter weather!
– If you could interview one person (dead or alive) who would it be? My Dad. He passed away when I was quite young, and I’d love to pick his brain about a lot of things.
– If you had to eat one meal, every day for the rest of your life, what would it be? Pizza!
– If your house was burning down, what’s the one non-living thing you would save? My parents wedding photo
– Least favorite Food? Brussel sprouts
– Motto or personal mantra? Be proud of yourself every day!
– Tell us a little about yourself. I am one of five children, and a first generation college student. I have a BA in Broadcast Sales/Management and a Master’s Degree in Speech Communication. My husband (Alan) and I have been married for 15 years.
– What advice would you give to recent new hires? Never feel bad about asking questions!
– What aspect of your role do you enjoy the most? Working with my staff – both the professionals and the students
– What book did you read last? Follow You Home
– What books are at your bedside? Anything, I read a wide variety of things
– What did you want to be when growing up? Hair Stylist
– What do you like most about your job? No two days are ever the same!
– What do you like to do in your spare time? Pretty much anything outside.
– What do you like to do on your days off? Pedicures!
– What does a typical day look like for you? Lots of meetings.
– What else do you do for fun? Clean my house – I know it’s odd.
– What is an ability you wish you had? Be two places at once.
– What is the first concert you attended? Belinda Carlisle
– What is the first thing you would buy if you won the lottery? Pay off my husband’s student loans.
– What is the most important thing you have learned in the last five years? Say what’s on your mind – life may not give you a second chance.
– What is your favorite movie and book? “So, I Married and Axe Murderer” (funniest movie every!) “This Much I Know is True”
– What is your favorite sport? I love to watch college basketball.
– What one food do you wish had zero calories? Chocolate
– What phobias do you have? Heights
– What tv show/movie are you ashamed to admit you love? Say Yes to the Dress and Walking Dead (opposite ends of the spectrum!)
– What was your favorite book, toy, or outfit as a child? My Kathy Quick Curl doll
– What’s on your bucket list? Going on safari in Africa
– What’s the one thing, you can’t live without? Love
– Where is your favorite place to eat? El Potrero (a small Mexican restaurant back home)
– Where is your home town? Bruning, NE
– Where would you like to go on a dream vacation? Italy
Team Building Thursday fun!
Team Building Thursday activities provided some light hearted fun and a chance for employees to spend some time out of the office! Check out the photos below from last weeks’ UW-Green Bay version of #TBT!
Lunch n’ Learn: Zen
When: December 4, 2014
Where: 1965 Room at the University Union
Time: 12:15 – 1:00PM
Facilitator: Raymond Reed Hardy, Ph.D.
Raymond Reed Hardy, Ph.D. is a retired Psychology Professor from St. Norbert College and is an author of four books including: Zen, Zen Master: Practical Zen by an American for Americas (2000) and Zen Student: Remember Live Right Now! (2006).
Annual Employee Benefits & Wellness Fair
- Wednesday, October 8, 2014
- 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Phoenix Rooms
- UWGB Employee Benefits and Wellness Fair Flyer
Benefits Open Lab Sessions
This year we will once again be offering Benefits Open Lab Sessions. Stop by any of the following open lab sessions to ask benefits questions, learn more about 2014 benefits changes, and receive assistance with the E-Benefits enrollment program.
Open Lab Sessions:
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 9th
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Friday, Oct. 11th
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 15th
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Thursday, Oct. 17th
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Monday, Oct. 21st
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 23rd
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 29th
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 30th
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Friday, Nov. 1st
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
UWGB Employee Benefits and Wellness Fair
UWGB Employee Benefits and Wellness Fair
Monday, October 7, 2013
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
University Union-Phoenix Rooms
The benefits fair will provide you with the opportunity to learn more information about your benefits and options you have during the annual It’s Your Choice enrollment period. This year’s annual It’s Your Choice open enrollment period is October 7th – November 1st. Representatives from over 25 vendors will be available during the fair. More information regarding the 2014 open enrollment period will be sent out later this week, from both the UWGB Payroll & Benefits office as well as from the UW System Administration office.
This year we will once again be offering Benefits Open Lab Sessions. Stop by any of the following open lab sessions to ask benefits questions, learn more about 2014 benefits changes, and receive assistance with the E-Benefits enrollment program.
Open Lab Sessions:
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 9th
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Friday, Oct. 11th
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 15th
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Thursday, Oct. 17th
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Monday, Oct. 21st
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 23rd
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Tuesday, Oct. 29th
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 30th
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Date: Friday, Nov. 1st
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Location: IS 1004
Wellness Committee Events
GO RED! for Women’s Heart Health Week
- Wednesday, January 30
- 12:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. : A’viands Cooking Demo- find out about heart healthy meals. Leona Cloud Commons
- Thursday, January 31- National wear RED day!
- 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. : Go RED! concourse poker walk
- Compete to win great prizes. Register in Student Life Office (UU 150)
- Learn more about the UW-Green Bay Wellness Program
- Friday, February 1
- Blood pressure checks provided by health services at Go RED! booth in University Union
A Healthy Countdown to Spring Break
- First Meeting: Monday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m., KEC Poolside Room
- Weekly workouts:
- Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2/6 – 3/14 at 6:30 p.m.
- Focusing on muscular strength/endurance, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and pre/post workout nutrition
- Prizes:
- There will be weekly incentives
- A t-shirt will be given to everyone who participates
- Enter to win the grand prize of an iPod Shuffle
- Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2/6 – 3/14 at 6:30 p.m.
State Employees Combined Campaign (SECC)
To those of you who have already given, congratulations….we are nearly to our 2012 goal! If you haven’t had the chance to participate there is no better time than now. We are only $4,000 away from our goal. With just a $1 a pay period contribution you can help ensure we meet that goal by Friday. Remember the campaign ends on November 30th so this is the last week left to give. Donate Today, Don’t Delay!
Your contributions make a real difference in the lives of people across the state and around the world.
The SECC Statewide is a workplace giving campaign that offers you the opportunity to donate to one or more of the more than 400 charities that participate via payroll contribution, check or cash. Giving through your work place is as easy as ever! Click here to see the instructions are below.
Not sure how much to give? See below for what several dollars a month can do:
- $1 a month feeds a family of four for two days (Hunger Relief Fund of Wisconsin –administered by Hunger Task Force, Inc.)
- $5 a month supports printing and giving information to more than 500 children on how to avoid and respond to bullying behaviors (Community Shares)
- $10 per month buys all the supplies for one school team and teacher to participate in the Wisconsin Envirothon (Wisconsin Environmental Education Fund).
- $25 a month will buy a tent heating stove, 3 blankets and a lantern for a family in Afghanistan (Neighbor to Nation)
Again, it’s quick and simple! I encourage you to log in and consider making a contribution because every dollar really does make a difference.
The campaign runs through November 30th. If you have questions or would prefer paper materials, please call 608.256.1066.
To make your pledge online:
- Go to www.seccstatewide.wi.gov
- Click on the link for University employees
- All University employees are pre-populated. To login click on “LOG IN”
- Log in using the following information:
- Username: Your first and last name as it is displayed on your earning statement (use all caps with no spaces between words). Example: JOHNDOE
- Password: Last 4 digits of your social security number.
- Find out more information about the charities and decide who you would like to give to.
- Follow the instructions on the website to complete your pledge.
- For additional information or if you have any questions, please ask your coordinator or call 608.256.1066.