Week of June 8
Resilience in a Remote World
This virtual experience explores how to build personal resilience in this unprecedented global situation where we are striving to find new ways to collaborate and contribute to UFV’s success. Levels of stress are sometimes high, changes are often rapid, significant and uncertain leaving many of us feeling overwhelmed. Personal resilience is an essential factor in keeping ourselves well amidst the constant churn. Contrary to what many people think, resilience is not a trait people either have or do not have, rather it involves behaviours, thoughts and actions that can be learned and developed by anyone and anytime. Building resilience is a key human skill and adds both to personal effectiveness at work and to overall well-being. This one-hour session will:
- Explore 8 resilience factors that contribute to well-being,
- Help you to identify which factors are strengths
- Highlight the resilience factors that you can boost to enhance your personal well-being,
- Provide an opportunity to begin to build a personal resilience strategy.
This session will also include pre-work: a short e-learning module to help you review the essential elements that will be discussed in the session. This link will be sent prior to the session and takes approximately 10 minutes to review. Participants will also receive post-session resources on building a personal resilience strategy.
DATE & LOCATION: June 9, 2020 from 10:00 AM — 11:30 AM Online, Zoom
FACILITATOR: Kim White
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/resilience-in-a-remote-world-tickets-108388414666
All About Brand
We hear a lot about how building a strong brand is critical to marketing success. But what does that really mean? Join UFV’s director of marketing Laura Authier for an overview of some of the big questions about brand:
- How much influence do you actually have on your brand?
- What is brand strategy and positioning?
- How important is visual identity to brand?
Plus, learn more about UFV’s brand and get some insight into plans for a brand review.
DATE & LOCATION: June 11, 2020 from 12:30 PM — 1:30 PM Online, Blejeans
FACILITATOR: Laura Authier
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/all-about-brand-tickets-108389237126
Somatics Session #2 — The Back Lift
Heeee’s Back! This second session of somatics will focus on one of the most important moves in Hanna Somatic Education – The Back Lift. This move helps participants deal with tight posterior muscles from neck to toes and helps manage the green light reflex learned in the last session. Brian will review arch and flatten and then progress into the back lift. If time is available at the end he will also go through the seated 4-way shrug that is important for neck and shoulder management when working on computers. Bring your mat and let’s have another movement massage.
DATE & LOCATION: June 12, 2020 from 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM
FACILITATOR: Brian Justin, CSEP-Clinical Exercise Physiologist/BCAK Kinesiologist/Movement Specialist
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/somatics-session-2-the-back-lift-tickets-108389383564
The Sitting Problem
What are the physical effects on our bodies from prolonged sitting? Is sitting really the new smoking? How to counteract the negative effects of prolonged sitting or sustained postures (activity and ergonomic suggestions) Easy work station exercises and stretches that help reduce discomfort caused by prolonged postures.
DATE & LOCATION: June 11, 2020 from 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM
FACILITATOR: Chris Les, Physiotherapist at Restorative Health and Sarah Les, Chiropractor, Restorative Health
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-sitting-problem-tickets-108390099706
Supporting Students in the Time of COVID-19
Many of our students are struggling with the various impacts of COVID-19 and physical distancing measures. In this session, we will discuss how to support students equitably and sustainably when our own capacity for empathy is limited. Participants will be asked to reflect upon and share their own experiences of supporting students during this time of uncertainty and anxiety.
DATE & LOCATION: June 12, 2020 from 10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
FACILITATORS: Bryanna Anderson, Student Support Coordinator, Belinda Karsen, Coordinator, Student Transition and Engagement and Greg Mather, Associate Director, Student Wellness and Development
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/supporting-students-in-the-time-of-covid-19-tickets-108391120760
Immune System 101 — Tips and Tricks to Support Yours
During this hour we will review the basic anatomy and physiology of the immune system and touch on some strategies to optimize your immune health.
DATE & LOCATION: June 8, 2020 from 9:00 AM — 10:15 AM
FACILITATOR: Dr. Ciera Fox
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/immune-system-101-tips-and-tricks-to-support-yours-tickets-108391744626
Best Doctors Employee Orientation — When You Need Answers, Best Doctors Can Help
Get an Expert Medical Opinion from one of Best Doctors world-renowned specialists so you can have the answers and confidence to make informed decisions about your health. Use Best Doctors when you or an eligible dependent:
- Are unsure about a diagnosis or need help deciding on a treatment option
- Have medical questions or concerns and want a leading expert’s advice
- Need help finding a local expert who specializes in your condition
- Have been admitted into the hospital and want expert guidance in your care
At this session, you will gain in-depth knowledge around Best Doctors and the services available for employees and their families.
DATE & LOCATION: Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at 12:00 PM — 1:00 PM PST
FACILITATOR: Gabriela Mantilla, Best Doctors
REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/best-doctors-employee-orientation-tickets-108392384540