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It's nice to see signs of warmer weather returning to our campus! I hope you'll take advantage of the nicer weather by joining us for one of the many great events around campus we have planned for UK staff and faculty. These include presentations by UK HealthCare physicians and other UK experts on topics ranging from alternative medicine to career development (see "Convincing Cover Letters" workshop below) and more. This month's Thrive also highlights the recent federal tax cut giving small a boost to many employees' paychecks in 2011. As always, please let us know if you have questions about anything you see here.
 Kim Wilson
Chief Human Resources Officer
UK Human Resources
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Features
Many Employees See Small Boost in Take Home Pay This Year, Thanks to Federal Payroll Tax Cut
A temporary reduction in the Social Security payroll tax for 2011 means many UK employees are seeing an increase in their take-home pay this year. For details, visit this page.
Earn rewards. Improve your health.
It's that easy.
Do something good for yourself this year: Get started with UK Healthtrac Rewards. You have until March 31, 2011 to take your Health Assessment and earn $25. And you could earn more - up to $180 per fiscal year.
What is UK Healthtrac Rewards?
Healthtrac is an easy-to-use, confidential, online health improvement program. It gives you an overview of your health status and a customized action plan to help you improve your health. Plus, you'll have access to a variety of reliable and useful health resources.
What's in it for me?
In addition to the potential to help you improve your health, you may earn up to $180 per fiscal year for participating.
Who is eligible?
Any UK employee, retiree, spouse, or sponsored dependent enrolled in a UK health plan is eligible to participate.
How do I get started?
Register and take the Healthtrac Health Assessment by March 31, 2011. For more info and to register, visit the website.
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Spotlight
Need help planning your staff retreat?
UK HR Training & Development specialists are available to help you plan your retreats and/or strategic planning sessions. We can assist you with developing objectives and goals for your meetings and work with you to make sure your meetings are successful. Feel free to contact us via our website or call 257-9623 to discuss your strategic needs.
Make a Difference Close to Home by Donating to the CRISIS Program
The CRISIS (Crisis Relief In Situations Involving Staff) Program presents a unique opportunity to help one's co-workers. Donations can be made through convenient payroll deduction or by personal check. To learn more about this employee-funded assistance program and access the donation forms, visit the website.
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 Events
Creating Convincing Cover Letters
and Correspondence
March 2, 12:00-1:00, 220 Scovell Hall, Suite 2
This workshop, offered by HR T&D Career Development, will cover the basics of creating a targeted cover letter that communicates what you have to offer and generates interest from hiring officials. Guidelines for writing thank you letters and acceptance letters will also be presented. Register here. Questions? Call 257-9416.
Crucial Confrontations
T&D is currently offering the Crucial Confrontations two-day workshop. Crucial Confrontations Training equips participants with a straightforward step-by-step process for identifying and resolving performance gaps - those unpleasant realities standing in the way of organizational success. To learn how to resolve broken promises, violated expectations and bad behavior using the skills of the world's best communicators, attend our next two-day Crucial Confrontations Training on March 31 and April 1. The $260 cost covers session materials. For more information, click here. Visit myUK Employee Self-Service Training to register.
Experienced Leader Academy
The spring Experienced Leader Academy will be held on 11 consecutive Wednesdays from March 16 to May 25, 2011. Based on the books of John C. Maxwell, this leadership series is designed to encourage and support experienced managers to continue to maximize their leadership potential. The class sessions will be held weekly from 11:30am to 1:00 pm for a cost of $175, with lunch and all materials provided. For more information, please call Debra Graham at 257-9427, e-mail Debra, or visit the website.
FREE Grocery Store Tours -- Your own personal dietitian!
Have you ever wished you had your own personal dietitian with you at the grocery store? Your wish has been granted! Join our registered dietitians on a FREE Grocery Store Tour in celebration of National Nutrition Month in March. The experts will be on hand to answer all of your questions about food labels, marketing gimmicks, and making the healthiest choices from the grocery aisles. All tours held at the Kroger on Chinoe Rd (meet in the atrium). Register online now.
- Wednesday, March 2, 5:15-6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, March 10, 5:15-6:30 p.m.
- Friday, March 18, Noon-1 p.m.
FREE Lunch & Learn Series
Please join us for free lunch-time sessions geared toward keeping you healthy and well at work and at home. All sessions held from 12:10-12:50 p.m., in the Gallery Room, W.T. Young Library. Feel free to bring your lunch. Register online today for these upcoming presentations:
- March 8 - Tools for Less Stress: Learn about tools to manage your stress such as meditation techniques, exercise, nutrition, and sleep tips.
- April 7 - Health Myths: Let us clear the confusion of health information overload by debunking common health myths.
FREE Health Smart Conversations
The goal of Health Smart is to help you make informed choices about your health and your family's health such as when to seek professional medical care or treat an ailment or injury at home. Join us for FREE monthly sessions aimed at helping you take part in a healthier YOU. Feel free to bring your lunch.
Register now for these upcoming presentations:
- Feb. 24 - Diabetes Care in 2011: Keys to a Healthy Life through Self-Management, presented by Dr. Raymond Reynolds, from 12:10-1 p.m., Chandler Hospital, Administration Conference Room N102.
- March 17-Unconventional Healing: Complementary and Alternative Medicine, presented by Dr. Connie Jennings, from 12:10-1 p.m., W.T. Young Library Gallery Room.
- April 14 - Ovarian Cancer: How to Protect Yourself, presented by Dr. Ed Pavlik, from 12:10-1pm, 127 Commons Room, Wethington Bldg.
FREE Health Screening: Off-campus location perfect for UK retirees and spouses
Can't make it to UK's campus for a Wellness On Wheels (WOW) mobile health screening? We'll be at the Center for Applied Energy Research, 2540 Research Park Dr. (off of Ironworks Pike) on March 9, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Be sure to take advantage of the free, ample parking and lighter traffic. Remember, UK employees, your spouse/sponsored dependent is eligible for the free health screening too!
Your 10-minute WOW appointment includes tests for: cholesterol (fasting optional), triglycerides and glucose, height, weight, blood pressure, body fat percentage, and waist circumference. Our expert staff will be on hand for a consultation regarding your results. Make your WOW appointment today. |
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Retirement Savings Corner
Retirement One-on-One Counseling Sessions Available on Campus
Fidelity and TIAA-CREF meet regularly with UK employees on-campus to provide investment advice and retirement planning. This is a great resource to review your portfolio, enroll in voluntary retirement contributions, consolidate outside assets or to gain a better understanding of your retirement goals. Take charge of your retirement. Reserve a date and time today! For details, visit the website.
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Financial Tip of the Month
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About Thrive
Thrive is a monthly e-mail newsletter developed by UK Human Resources.
Editors: Melanie J. Sparks
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