Important Update: Correction to Open Enrollment Dates

Earlier today, we released our latest newsletter, and it has come to our attention that there was an error in the Open Enrollment dates mentioned in one of the articles. The correct dates for Open Enrollment are from Monday, September 16, 2024, to Friday, October 11, 2024.

We apologize for any confusion this may have caused. 

Thank you for your understanding.

Thank You for Supporting Our Well-Being Wednesday Activities!

We hope you enjoyed our recent Well-Being Wednesday events, including the Spartan Treasure Hunt sponsored by United Health Care and Gilroy Gardens, Yoga with HOTWORX, and the Downtown San José Tour with the San José Downtown Association. Your participation made these events a great success!

To help us improve and plan future activities, we kindly ask you to take a few moments to complete a short survey. Your feedback is valuable to us.

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Faculty and Staff Social Mixer

You are invited to an exclusive event at Miro San José Apartments, hosted by Provident Credit Union. Enjoy an afternoon of networking and collaboration in a vibrant setting! Complimentary food and drinks will be provided. Vegetarian items will be served.

Provident is a proud partner of SJSU.

Date: Thursday, September 26
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Miro San José Apartments, 181 E. Santa Clara St, San José, CA 95113
Registration Will Close: Thursday, September 26 at 12:00pm or until max capacity of 75 is reached.

Student employees are not eligible to participate.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect and grow—sign up today!

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NEW DATE: Employee Benefits and Services Fair
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Save the date for our upcoming Employee Benefits and Services Fair!

• Date: Tuesday, October 1, 2024
• Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Location: Student Union Ballroom

Explore essential health benefits and community resources tailored to your needs! Keep an eye out for further updates on this event. Here's a sneak peek of what to expect:

• Health and wellness initiatives
• Financial planning and retirement options
• Local community resources
• Employee discounts
• And, much more!

Open enrollment begins Monday, September 16, 2024 through Friday, October 11, 2024. Changes made during this time will take effect on January 1, 2025.

If you have any questions, contact Tamela Sullivan or Bernadette Fernandez at  up-org-development@sjsu.edu.

We look forward to seeing you at the Annual Employee Benefits and Services Fair.

Retirement Workshop

• TODAY: Wednesday, August 7 from 2:00pm - 3:00pm - Register Now

Guide to Reducing Your Cancer Risk

• Wednesday, August 21 from 12:00pm - 1:15pm - Register Now

Kaiser Permanente Health Talk: Adverse Childhood Experiences

• Thursday, August 22 from 12:30pm - 1:30pm - Register Now

Boost your immunity

• TOMORROW: Thursday, August 8 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Register Now

Integrative Health Trends 

• Thursday, August 22 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm - Register Now

LifeMatters by Empathia provides confidential counseling and other assistance and resources for SJSU employees. Whether you need some extra support or would like help with a difficult situation, LifeMatters is there for you.

Please note, Empathia courses and services are only available to faculty and staff on the state side, not those in auxiliary organizations.

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National Wellness Month
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This August, let's celebrate National Wellness Month by prioritizing our self-care! With the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook our well-being. Research shows that practicing self-care can boost happiness by up to 71%.

Discover simple ways to incorporate self-care into your routine and inspire a healthier, happier you. Start your wellness journey today!

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• Meditation Workshop

• Financial Health and Wellness Workshop

• Family Nature Walks at Foothills Nature Preserve

• Transform your Plate! A Six-Step Mediterranean Makeover Workshop