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Get Your Walk On 04 08 06 UNG Walking Trails Increasing Mental Toughness EAP Tips from February webinar TRS Pre-retirement Workshop Virtual Webinar - March 10, 11, & 13 Cultivating Compassion Live Webinar 05 EAP Live Webinar - March 12 New to USG? 10 USG Benefits Orientation - March 11 & April 8 We Are Hiring 09 UNG Careers February 2025 New Hires 11 New Nighthawks LiveWell UNG 03 March 2025 Spotlight 07 Gainesville Campus - March 4 LIFESOUTH Blood Drive Dahlonega Campus cover photo credit: Denise Ray
ENVIRONMENTAL WELL-BEING March Spotlight March 2025 Environmental Well-being Your physical surroundings can have an impact, positive or negative, on your well-being. Feeling safe in and connected to your environment can reduce stress and improve your overall health. Improving your environmental well-being can start with being more present in your community and adopting practices that protect the environment. Campus Recreation and Wellness HAPPY FACES HEALTHY SPACES Outdoor Activities Outdoor activities are a great way to improve your connection with your local environment. Outdoor Pursuits provides opportunities to hike, camp, bike, and more throughout North Georgia, creating a safe environment to learn new skills and hobbies. Even just taking a walk through your neighborhood or local park can help you feel more connected to your community. Check out the free equipment rentals and resource guides available to faculty and staff here. Steps You Can Take Your actions also have an impact on your environment. Recycling, reducing your carbon footprint, and reusing the materials you use are a few ways to improve the world around you. Joining clubs or attending events that are centered around sustainability and improving your local community are also ways to improve your environmental well-being.
The contents of this article and referenced websites, such as text, graphics, images, and other material contained on the site are for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Reliance on any information provided by these websites is solely at your own risk. Acentra™ Health is not responsible for the contents of any “off- site” web page referenced from this server. Acentra Health. All rights reserved. Employee Assistance Program Tip Sheet Increasing Mental Toughness 3.Cultivate Grit 4.React With Agility Your Employee Assistance Program Anytime, any day, you have access to mental health professionals available to connect you with free and confidential services and resources to help you be your best. Simply call to get started today. If you’d like support in strengthening your mental toughness, reach out to your EAP for free, confidential counseling. Source: Duckworth, A. (2016). Grit: The power of passion and perseverance. Scribner. Mental toughness is the ability to stay resilient, focused, and composed in the face of challenges, adversity, and stress. Mental toughness is not innate; it’s a skill you can develop. By cultivating resilience, positivity, adaptability, and grit, you’ll be better equipped to face challenges and thrive in both your personal and professional life. 1.Find Positivity in Negative Circumstances Reframing difficult situations is key. Instead of dwelling on setbacks, focus on what you can control and seek out silver linings. This shift in perspective helps maintain motivation and fosters optimism. 2.Master Ambiguity and Change 24/7/365 PHONE: 1.844.243.4440 WEBSITE: USG.MyLifeExpert.com CODE:USGCares Scan this QR code using your phone camera to go directly to the EAP website According to Dr. Angela Duckworth, grit is the combination of passion and perseverance toward longterm goals. Identify what drives you and commit to steady progress, even when the journey is tough. Celebrate small wins to stay motivated. Life rarely follows a straight path. Building agility means staying open to new possibilities, quickly adjusting to shifts, and bouncing back from disappointments. Practice mindfulness to stay grounded and responsive rather than reactive. In today’s fast-changing world, the ability to adapt is essential. Practice staying calm and solutionfocused when faced with uncertainty. Break challenges into manageable steps and remind yourself that flexibility is a strength. Tips from the February webinar
Employee Assistance Program Live Webinar Series Join us on March 12, 2025 from 1:30 to 2:30 PM EST WEBINAR DESCRIPTION: Demonstrating human compassion is fundamental to respecting others, establishing psychological safety, and is a hallmark of healthy and high performing teams. This webinar provides pause to embrace the incredible opportunity that's before us every day to make a positive difference in the lives of others just by showing up, tuning in, and demonstrating compassion. Together, let's learn how we can be the difference we wish to see in the world, and how this can positively impact the success of your business in the process. HOW TO CULTIVATE COMPASSION AND EMPATHY IN THE WORKPLACE MARCH 2025 You may also register at USG.MyLifeExpert.com. When creating a new account, use company code: USGCares Contact us 24/7 at 1.844.243.4440 Scan Here to Go Directly to the Website
Get Your Walk On UNG Walking Trails March is a great month to implement daily walking goals. No matter what campus you work on, there is a walking area to use. Blue Ridge - The trail is currently outlined with straw around campus building. Cumming - The trail/sidewalk encircles the campus building. Approximately six times around the trail is a little over a mile. Dahlonega - The area around the Drill Field currently serves as the primary walking area. Gainesville - The Hugh Mills Physical Education Complex (near tennis courts) has a walking track. There are also three walking trails within Tumbling Creek Woods at the back of campus. Oconee - The trail/sidewalk with a small gravel portion goes around campus. The background photo on this page is from the Oconee campus. Walking Tips 1. Work towards a goal of 8,000-10,000 daily steps. 2. Take a brisk walk for 30 minutes 5 times a week. 3. Stay hydrated and wear good quality footwear. 4. Start small and fit in what you can. There is not a one size fits all. 5. Celebrate milestones and find tips to help you stay motivated.
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 Parking Lot K 9 AM – 4 PM Click the Bloodmobile to schedule an appointment Gainesville Campus Blood Drive
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For more information and to apply visit: go.ung.edu/jobs Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled. WE ARE HIRING Assistant Director of Tutoring Services Job ID 278370 Coordinator, Sport Clubs and Teams Job ID 282570 Custodian, Cumming Campus Job ID 282380 Manager, Technical Support Services Job ID 282402 Observer, Mentor, Trainer officer/Asst. Director of Housing Job ID 282263 Associate Director, Leadership Foundry Job ID 282536 Education Talent Search Project Advisor II Job ID 281536 Manager, University Events Job ID 282349 University Events Technical Operations Engineer Job ID 281344 Administrative Assistant I, Health Services Job ID 282532
New to USG? USG Virtual New Hire Benefits Orientation Orientation sessions are scheduled for the 2nd Tuesday of each month March 11, 2025: 10 AM - 11 AM April 8, 2025: 10 AM - 11 AM Click here to register for orientation We know that USG benefits are important to you and your family. They offer financial protection, valuable resources, peace of mind, and comfort — and we hope you make the most of them.
Tonia Bailey Office Assistant III, Campus Rec and Wellness, Dahlonega Elisabeth Burgess Dean, College of Arts & Letters, Dahlonega Misty Caldwell Administrative Assistant I, Purchasing, Dahlonega Carl Edwards Custodian Convocation Center, Facilities, Dahlonega Serge Gaidamaka Assistant System Administrator (Service Now), Information Technology, Gainesville Ken Grimes Custodian I, Facilities, Dahlonega Susan Land Administrative Assistant III, Dean of Students, Gainesville Sairagul Matikeeva-Kinney Assistant Director, International Student Services, Center for Global Engagement, Multi-Campus Angelica Ramos Pagola Custodian, Facilities, Gainesville Billy Satterfield Coordinator of Intramural Sports, Campus Rec and Wellness, Dahlonega NEW NIGHTHAWKS Blue Ridge Cumming Dahlonega Gainesville Oconee
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