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Embrace Power Naps to Reduce Stress

Naptime is back! In fact, taking a power nap can be just what you need to recharge and reduce your stress! Here are three good tips to try out today.

Limit the length. Keep naps under 30 minutes for better short-term alertness and performance. One study found that 10-minute naps are the most effective for immediate improvements. Longer rests can cause undesired post-nap grogginess.
Select the right setting. Find a restful place to close your eyes. Make sure the temperature isn’t too hot or cold. Try to block out noise and light, if you can.
Time it right. Avoid taking a nap too early or late in the day. Napping late may affect your sleep patterns and make it difficult to doze off at bedtime.

Article from the StayWell Company, LLC

Chicken Salad Blues

(Gluten-free, gout-friendly)

Ingredients

1 9.75-ounce can premium chunk chicken breast packed in water
1 large stalk celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 leaves romaine or red leaf lettuce, washed and trimmed
2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
1 ripe tomato, quartered (or 8 cherry tomatoes)
1 small cucumber, washed and thinly sliced

Directions

Drain chicken. Add chopped celery and mayonnaise. Mix lightly to keep the chicken chunky. Arrange lettuce in a shallow serving bowl. Put chicken salad in the middle and crumble blue cheese over it. Arrange tomatoes and cucumber slices around the plate. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serves 4

Each serving contains about 175 calories, 15 g protein, 10 g fat (51% calories from fat), 46 mg cholesterol, 3.5 g carbohydrates, 1 g fiber, and 675 mg sodium.

This recipe is gout-friendly because it contains foods moderate in purines. Meat, fish, and poultry should be limited to 1 to 2 servings per day.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Join local protective services representatives, students, faculty and staff in climbing the Cofrin Library stairwell from the 2nd to 8th floor, in memory of the brave souls who lost their lives the day of the 9/11 attacks. The four attacks killed almost 3,000 people and injured over 6,000 others.

When: Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 11 am to 1 pm

Where: Cofrin Library – 2nd to 8th floor stairwell

Vets 4 Vets, ROTC, and University Police representatives will be on hand, and there will be military, firefighter, and police related items/memorabilia on display at the plaza area of the library’s second floor. We will be handing out flag pins to the first 50 people who climb to the 8th floor, and there will be snacks and refreshments available in the 2nd floor plaza area.

Event presented by UW-Green Bay Vets 4 Vets Student Club, ROTC, University Police and the Wellness Committee.

Blue-Green Canapés

Ingredients

2 oz. low-fat (Neufchatel) cream cheese
2 oz. blue cheese (about 1/4 cup)
12 large seedless green grapes
1/4 cup walnuts
24 miniature Melba toasts

Directions

Let cream cheese and blue cheese soften enough to be mixed with a fork. Cut grapes in half lengthwise. Put walnuts between 2 sheets of waxed paper and crush to make fine crumbs.

Spread cheese mixture on mini-toasts. Cover with walnut crumbs and top with half a grape.

Makes 24 canapés

Each contains about 31 calories, 2 g fat (1 g saturated fat, no trans fat, 4 mg cholesterol), 56 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrate, less than 1 g dietary fiber, less than 1 g sugars, and 1 g protein.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

To Catch More Z’s, Slip on Some Comfy Socks

It’s true: Your cold feet could actually be keeping you from getting a full night’s sleep. What if you could banish your sleepless nights with a simple pair of socks?

When you warm up cold feet (or hands), it starts a process called vasodilation, or the dilation of the blood vessels. When your blood vessels open, it sends a message throughout your body, in the form of heat, that it’s time for sleep. This can help you drift off more quickly.

Give it a go tonight. But if the thought of wearing socks while you sleep is slightly disturbing—and it can be for some people—there are other ways to warm those tootsies. Try adding extra blankets at the end of your bed, place a warm water bottle near your feet at bedtime, or wear warm slippers before bed. No matter what you do, the same principle still applies: Heat up your feet, and you may find yourself falling asleep faster.

Article from the StayWell Company, LLC

Board of Regents Protocol for the Chancellor Search & Screen Process

As announced in a memorandum to the university community on August 14, 2019, Chancellor Gary L. Miller has resigned his position as UW-Green Bay Chancellor effective September 30, 2019. In the coming months, a national search for UW-Green Bay’s next Chancellor will commence.

Regent Policy Document (RPD) 6-4 outlines the protocol determined by the Board of Regents for the selection of University of Wisconsin System senior leadership positions, including chancellors of UW institutions. This protocol was revised by the Board of Regents in 2017. With those revisions, the upcoming Chancellor search process will be different than the 2014 search in areas such as chancellor qualifications and search and screen committee composition.

The following information from RPD 6-4 pertains to the recruitment and selection of institutional chancellors:

Special Regent Committee Composition:

President Cross will designate a Special Regent Committee consisting of not less than three nor more than five Regents to be involved in the selection process for a replacement.

Chancellor Qualifications:

The Special Regent Committee shall work with the System President to produce a brief job description, taking into account the special characteristics of the institution at which the Chancellor would serve. The job description shall be inclusive and encourage applicants from various professional backgrounds and not require candidates for chancellor to have a terminal degree or the academic experience to be awarded tenure at the institution.

Search and Screen Committee Composition:

The Search and Screen Committee shall be comprised of ten members, to include five Regents and five individuals knowledgeable of the duties and responsibilities of the position and broadly representative of the interests of the students, faculty, academic staff, university staff, administrators, community and friends of the institution and the interests of the UW System. The Regent President shall appoint five Regents to the Search and Screen Committee, and designate one of the Regents as chair.

The non-Regent members of the committee shall be appointed after the President consults with members of the institution’s governance groups and other members of the university community. The appoints shall include two faculty, one staff representative from the institution, one student, and one community and/or alumni member.

UW-Green Bay Mentors Needed

Are you interested in being a mentor for new employees? Would you like to meet new people and share your wisdom and experiences as a UW-Green Bay employee? If so, please consider becoming a “Campus Resource Person” within the Campus Connection Program!

We are in desperate need of mentors to help our new staff to become more engaged in our university community. The Campus Connection Program is an excellent way to give back and get to know staff across campus. Many mentors are needed for Academic and University Staff.

The goal of the Campus Connection Program is to foster a cooperative network among University Staff and Academic Staff employees, as well as to cultivate a sense of community on campus. The program benefits new employees by giving them a friendly resource (a campus resource person). In return, existing employees have the opportunity to share their experiences and knowledge.

As a campus resource person, you would help new employees acclimate to the campus culture and help them become an active campus community member. You would meet with the new employee, invite them to university events, and act as a resource.

Click on these links for more information about the Campus Connection Program and the Campus Connection Program Mentor Checklist.

If you are interested in being a campus resource person:

Have a discussion with your supervisor to discuss the feasibility with your workload.
Contact Julie Flenz in Human Resources at x2235 or flenzj@uwgb.edu with your interest

** Please note: If you have participated in the Campus Connection Program in the past and are currently on our list of volunteers, you will remain on the list unless you email in and request removal.

Please contact Human Resources at x2390 or hr@uwgb.edu if you have any questions!

Beet-All Pasta Salad

Ingredients

2 cups cooked spiral, whole-wheat pasta
3 cups fresh baby spinach, shredded
1 12-ounce jar whole beets (1-1/2 cups), cut in half
1/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon real maple syrup
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon virgin olive oil

Directions

Mix pasta, spinach, beets, onion, and walnuts in a salad bowl. Combine maple syrup, vinegar, and olive oil in a small jar and shake well. Pour over salad. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to eat.

Serves 6

Each serving contains about 123 calories, 4 g protein, 3 g fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 23 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, and 120 mg sodium.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

It’s Tea Time

There’s just something about tea that says “relaxation.” But the benefits go beyond a few minutes of me-time. Compounds in tea called flavonoids lower LDL, or “bad,” cholesterol, widen blood vessels, and prevent dangerous clots from forming. Some evidence even links tea to a lower risk for cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. So, beginning today, why not enjoy a daily cup of green or black tea—both have health benefits. But keep in mind that processed, sugar-sweetened tea beverages you buy at the store can contain lots of calories. Your best bet is to brew your own tea. It’s tasty, healthy, and economical.

Article from the StayWell Company, LLC

Take a Mental Trip to Fall Asleep

It’s often hard to drift off at night, especially if you’ve had a busy or stressful day. About 1 in 4 adults experiences insomnia at least occasionally. If your regular wind-down routine isn’t doing the trick, try something called guided imagery.

Think of a place where you’ve been before, and mentally trace the route in your mind. If you like to golf, “walk” the course in your mind. Tune in to the warmth of the sun and the smell of the fresh air, and imagine that you’re there. Or take a walk through your childhood home, or through a museum you’ve visited before. You can also retrace the steps of a walking or running route. Directing your attention in this way—taking a mental trip—can help you ease into restful slumber. Challenge yourself to try out guided imagery before you head to bed tonight!

Article from the StayWell Company, LLC