SAVE THE DATE:

In-Person UC Moves Event

June 6, 2024



Join your colleagues, friends and campus community for an energized mental and movement break on Wednesday, June 6 from 12:10 – 1pm.

UC Moves Challenge:

Spring Into Motion

May 6-31

The UC Moves Challenge is back! This annual UC systemwide movement and activity challenge encourages you to move more. Join as a team or individual and you might even win a prize along the way!

Mental Health Awareness Day

Wed, May 1 | 9am- 2pm

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Throughout the month, Be Well at Work will be offering workshops and activities aimed at understanding and supporting your mental health. To kick off this month, join Employee Assistance on May 1 for Mental Health Awareness Day! Explore the flyer to the right for the full schedule!

Cardio Kickboxing

Fri, May 3

12:10-1pm | In-Person

251 Hearst Gymnasium

Instructor: Tomas Handelsman

Virtual Programs

Did you miss a class or want to try one on your own schedule?

Recordings of past cooking, dance, yoga workshops and webinars are available for you to revisit on our virtual programs page.

Recipe of the Month:

Arugula Pesto

This tasty condiment is a bit more affordable to make than traditional basil pesto, but still very tasty. Ways to use it include: as a sauce on warm pasta with tomatoes, broccoli, and/or zucchini; dressing for cold pasta salad with tomatoes and cucumber; spread on toasted bread as an appetizer; put a dollop on soup for extra flavor; or a sandwich spread or mix with mayo to make aioli. For more recipes, visit Cook Well Berkeley!

Group Cook-Alongs

Looking for a fun way to cook and connect with your colleagues? Request a virtual cook-along for your team. Learn more and register.

Eat Well Berkeley Restaurant:



‘ottoytak

Cafe Ohlone’s current iteration– ‘ottoytak, or The Place of Repair–is located on the patio adjacent to the Hearst Museum of Anthropology on the UC Berkeley campus. ‘ottoytak and the ‘ottoy dining experience, developed by the Cafe Ohlone team, offers seasonal Ohlone food and traditional teas paired with an honest narrative of the experiences of the East Bay Ohlone people. It is only open a few times a month - check here to reserve a lunch tasting.

Computer Ergonomics 101

Wed, May 8 | 10am-11am

In-Person

Tang Center-Class of '42

Learn how to set up a user-friendly ergonomic workstation and incorporate wellness activities to help relieve computer-related aches and pains. This workshop can be used to qualify for Ergo Matching Funds.

Ergo Product Procurement

Wed, May 15 | 11am-12pm

Hybrid:

Zoom/Tang Center-Class of '42

Learn about the updates to the Ergo Matching Funds program and process, changes to the pre-approved ergo product catalog, and guidance on using campus resources to prevent and address ergonomic-related injuries.

Ergo Navigator Training

Wed, May 22 | 10am-12pm

Hybrid:

Zoom/Tang Center-Class of '42

Learn the basics of how to be an Ergo Navigator (formerly called Ergo Evaluators) at UC Berkeley. The Matching Funds Program will be covered in addition to using campus resources effectively. You will learn about performing preventative ergo assessments through evaluating and modifying computer workstations according to campus ergonomic guidelines in this practical, hands-on workshop.

Check out the flyer above and website for more info!

Be Well at Work Resources

Staff Garden Volunteer Day

Thu, Apr 25 and May 23

12-1pm | Staff Garden

UC Berkeley staff, faculty, retirees, and students are welcome to help us maintain the garden. We gather once a month, generally the 4th Thursday unless otherwise specified.



Note: Volunteer days may potentially be rescheduled due to unfavorable weather or scheduling conflicts.

Campus Happenings

Mindfulness Mondays

Mondays (Weekly) | 12:10-12:30pm 

Virtual

Take a moment for a short mindfulness break at 12:10pm on Mondays! This weekly class, hosted by Wellness Ambassador Liza Schlosser-Olroyd, allows us to practice mindfulness, reflect, and come together as we take on the rest of the week.

Save the Dates!

Staff Appreciation Week

June 3-7

Staff Appreciation Week is around the corner! Join us throughout the first week of June for a variety of events both virtually and in-person!

Stay tuned for the full week schedule!

Cal Zero Waste Environmentally Preferred Products Roadshow

Join us in celebrating Earth Week with the Environmentally Preferred Products Roadshow today from 10am to 2pm at Stanley Hall!

Faculty/Staff Flyer and Information

Spring Workshops and Programs

Click the image to open the flyer and learn about this semester's exciting offerings. You can find more information on our workshops page.

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