HR Connect – Page 425 – News and Announcements from the Office of Human Resources

Lunch & Learn: What do food labels REALLY mean?

What:	What do food labels REALLY mean?
When:	Thursday, January 16, 2014 12:10 – 1 p.m. OR 4:40 – 5:30 p.m.
Where:	University Union, Phoenix A
Presenter:	Laura Stalland, Dietetics Intern Bachelor of Science in Human Biology with an emphasis in Nutrition
Have you ever wondered what’s the difference between “low fat” and ” fat free” or even what “organic” vs. “natural” REALLY mean when reading a food label? Come learn how to quickly scan various food products, and figure out which ones work best for you and your health goals!
Have a topic you would like to suggest for a lunch and learn or future wellness event? Take the 2014 Wellness Committee programming survey to provide us with your thoughts and feedback.
Visit the Wellness Committee website for information on other wellness topics, newsletters, and upcoming events!

Winter All-Employee Professional Development Day

You are invited to attend the 2014 Winter All-Employee Professional Development Day on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. You are welcome to attend one, some, or all of the workshops. Because of limited space in each session, please be sure to RSVP to Human Resources at hr@uwgb.edu by Friday, January 17 and indicate which session(s) you will be attending. These sessions will take place in either MAC 237 or IS 1129, Lab E. There is no cost to your department for you to attend.
Best Practices/Tips in Outlook
Time: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Location: IS1129, Lab E Presenter: Pat Theyerl, IT Training Manager	You use Outlook every day. But are you really using all of the features and functions at your fingertips that can make your life easier and streamline your workday? Come and learn about Quick Parts, sending text messages, calendar options, and MORE!
Quiet: Tapping the Power of Introverts
Time: 10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Location: MAC 237 Presenters: Pam Harvey-Jacobs, Director of Admissions Kris Anderson, UW-River Falls Associate Vice Chancellor for Enrollment & Student Services	In a world that emphasizes talking and talking and talking, we are missing the voices and power of introverts, ½ of the population. Taking a page from Susan Cain’s book “Quiet”, we explore the many contributions introverts can make on your staff and the ways in which offices can structure themselves to elicit those contributions. This workshop is applicable to everyone, at all levels of the University community.
Best Practices/Tips in Excel
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Location: IS1129, Lab E Presenter: Pat Theyerl, IT Training Manager	There are many ways to use Excel formulas to decrease the amount of time you spend in Excel and increase the accuracy of your reports. Learn the Excel functions that will save you time from manual manipulation of your data. Hands-on practice with sum, count, counta, len, trim, right, left mid, vlookup, if, sumif, countif, averageif, concatenate, and MORE?
Gen Y: Ways to Motivate, Retain, and Focus the Gen Y Student and Worker
Time: 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Location: MAC 237 Presenters: Stacie Christian, Diversity Director Melissa Pufall, Human Resources Assistant	The Gen Y population includes individuals born approximately between 1980 and 1998. At the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay, Gen Y includes our current students and our younger workforce. In this interactive session we will examine common traits and values of this generation. Ways to motivate, retain, and focus the Gen Y student and worker in an inclusive environment will be discussed.

Winter Break Fitness Challenge

What:	Winter Break Fitness Challenge
When:	Monday December 23, 2013 – Sunday, January 26, 2014
Where:	UW Green Bay Kress Events Center
Whether you frequent the Kress or have yet to visit since the announcement of the Faculty/Staff Free Membership Program, NOW is your time to do so while working towards rad prizes! All Faculty/Staff have free UNLIMITED access to the Kress Events Center over the Winter Break time period.To Participate: Visit the Kress during business hours and check-in at the front desk (campus ID & a second pair of shoes required). Ask the front desk attendant for an entry slip for the Faculty/Staff Winter Break Fitness Challenge. Complete the slip(s) and give back to the front desk attendant to enter for the drawing. See the flyer for more information, including prizes and timelines for the drawings. Let’s keep it HOT inside the Kress these cold winter days!

Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Individual Sessions

Scott Schewe, representative from WDC, will be available to meet individually with employees regarding their current WDC enrollment and for those interested in learning more about the program and planning for retirement by investing before tax dollars. Please see the attachments for more information about WDC’s Program highlights and new options.

When: Monday; December 9, 2013; 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Where: University Union Building, Heritage Room #232

You can schedule an individual session with Scott Schewe by emailing him at scott.schewe@greatwest.com .

December Timesheet Deadlines

As the holiday season is upon us, our payroll deadlines have to be adjusted due to the timeframe in which we can get the payroll’s processed amidst all of the legal holidays. As a result of those adjustments, we are requesting the following changes to the timeframe for submitting your timesheets:

December A (12/1/13-12/14/13)
Please submit your timesheet and absences by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 12th.

December B (12/15/13-12/28/13)
Please submit your timesheet and absences by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 26th.

If you have any questions please email payrollandbenefits@uwgb.edu.

Relay for Life Kickoff Party

Cancer remains the second most common cause of death in the US, accounting for nearly 1 of every 4 deaths. The American Cancer Society leads the search for cancer’s causes and cures and helps save lives!Come to the Relay for Life kickoff meeting to learn more about the event and how you can form a team and be part of the Relay.
What:	Relay for Life Kick off informational session
When:	Monday, December 2^nd 5 – 5:30 p.m.
Where:	the Mauthe Center
This informational session will inform you about UW Green Bay’s Relay being held on Friday, April 26, 2014. Can’t make it? Watch the Wellness Committee website for further information.

Healthy Holiday Choices Potluck

What:	Healthy Holiday Choices Potluck
When:	Tuesday, December 3, 2013 12 – 1 p.m.
Where:	University Union, Phoenix C
DID YOU KNOW? The average American holiday dinner is loaded with 3000 calories and 229g of fat. By swapping more traditional foods for healthier ones, you can drop this consumption significantly while also getting more vital nutrients out of your meal. Join your co-workers and share a healthy version of your holiday favorites! Visit the websites below to gather some ideas on what to bring and how to shift your holiday menu to cut down on unnecessary calories! Please feel free to sign up for a menu item and/or send us a copy of your recipe so we can share with all who attend.http://www.cookinglight.com/entertaining/holidays-occasions/ultimate-holiday-cookbook-recipes-00400000030287/ http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes_menus/collections/holiday_collection_1 http://www.foodnetwork.com/holiday-central-healthy-tips/package/index.html ** Silverware, plates, napkins, cups and water will be provided. Tips and Tricks for Healthy Eating this Holiday Season Eat a snack before dinner. Enjoy some fruits and vegetables before getting to your meal to avoid overeating. Exercise early and keep moving! Working out early ensures that you will get some time for yourself and work off some calories before loading up! Manage beverage consumption- holiday beverages are laden with calories- be conscious of the non-food calories you are consuming. Visit the Wellness Committee website for information on other wellness topics, newsletters, and upcoming events!

Lunch and Learn: Okinawan Diet and Lifestyle

What:	Wellness Lunch and Learn Okinawan Diet and Lifestyle
When:	Tuesday, November 19, 2013 12 – 12:40 p.m.
Where:	University Union Phoenix B
Dr. Akishi Oshita from of Cornerstone Chiropractic will be giving a nutrition and lifestyle presentation on the Okinawan Diet. This people of Okinawa Japan have some of the longest life expectancy in the world. In addition, Okinawans have very low rates of cancer in comparison to Americans. Dr. Aki who is originally from Japan, will be discussing this diet and lifestyle. Visit the Wellness Committee website for information on other wellness topics, newsletters, and upcoming events!