Employee Wellness Day
Total WellBeing –
from Head to Heart to Heels!
The Office of Human Resources is excited to host Employee Wellness Day, our first combined wellness and employee appreciation event. On Friday, March 18, swing by the Carolina Union from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. to:
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Pick up a healthy lunch – for free!
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Enjoy fitness and cooking demonstrations
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Take advantage of free wellness checks
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Learn about local well-being resources
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Safely dispose of unused medications at the medicine drop
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Win prizes, play games & enjoy other fun activities!
See the full calendar of activities for all that’s happening on Employee Wellness Day.
Come join us!
Participation is free, and attendance is considered work time for staff, who should seek advance supervisor approval to attend. Free parking is available in the Cobb Deck on Paul Green Drive.
Want to help out?
We’d love that! Sign up to volunteer with set-up, check-ins and giveaways—and get a free T-shirt! Thanks in advance – we could not do this without your help, Tar Heels!
Register Ahead of Time
Register now to secure your spot for some of the virtual and in-person activities.
Register for Activities
A Week of Virtual Events
March 14 to 17, the week leading up to Employee Wellness Day, is filled with virtual fitness & education sessions.
Check Out the Schedule of Virtual Events
A Day Full of Events
Join us in person on March 18 for these activities dedicated to your total wellbeing!
The more you participate, the more swag you’ll get. Plus – each activity you participate in will enter you for a drawing to win a prize!
7 — 9 a.m.
Healthy Breakfast
Outside Lenoir Hall, 211 Lenoir Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
For our facilities and housekeeping staff who are just beginning or finishing up shifts, start (or end!) your day with an egg-&-cheese breakfast burrito, fruit cup, Greek yogurt, juice and coffee.
8:30 a.m. — 2 p.m.
15-Minute Wellness Checks
Carolina Union, 3206 A & B (upstairs) | Sponsor: NC State Health Plan | Swag: Antibacterial Wipes
Register or walk in for a free wellness check. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a comprehensive wellness review, which includes checking your cholesterol, blood glucose/A1c, blood pressure, body mass index and waist circumference. Knowing your numbers lets you know if you’re at risk for or have an undiagnosed chronic condition.
- Appointments are encouraged but not required. Walk-in appointments are offered on a first-available basis. Screening slots are limited.
- Register by March 16 with visitor access code: UNC2022.
- This screening is provided through your NC State Health Plan insurance.
- Please bring your 2022 insurance card and a photo ID.
- Your results will NOT be shared with your employer or the NC State Health Plan.
- Participants with any abnormal results should contact their primary care provider for additional follow-up.
11 a.m. — 2 p.m.
Wellness Exhibit Hall
Carolina Union, Great Hall | Swag: Tote Bag
Meet local and University wellness vendors to learn more about nutritional, financial, fitness and other wellbeing resources.
Games and Inflatables
The Pit
Try your hand at ax-throwing, challenge a colleague to over-sized game of Connect Four, shoot some hoops and kick a few goals with these fun face-off games!
Climbing Wall
outside the Carolina Union
Rise to the challenge: Scale a 28-foot rock climbing wall with your bare hands!
Medicine Drop
Carolina Union, Great Hall
Start your spring cleaning early: Bring in any unused or expired medications to dispose of safely at the Medicine Drop provided by UNC Police.
Open Meditation Space
Carolina Union, Aquarium Lounge (upstairs)
Clear your mind in this open safe space to practice self-mediation for greater peace and balance.
Chair Massages
Carolina Union, Rooms 3203 & 3205 | Swag: Thinking Putty
Massage has shown to lower heart rate, improve posture, and reduce daily stress. So sit back and enjoy a complimentary 10-minute chair massage.
Photo Booth
Carolina Union
Strike a pose as you smile for the camera – and have your print-out in an instant!
11 a.m.
Fitness Demo: Eat the Frog Fitness Program
Student Recreation Center, Studio B, Second Floor | Sponsor: Eat the Frog Fitness | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Increase your energy and strength with Eat the Frog Fitness (ETF) in this 25-minute low-impact, science-based body-weight circuit-training group exercise mini-session.
11:15 a.m.
Wellbeing Session: Spring Clean Your Health
Carolina Union, Auditorium | Presenter: Dr. Rachel Sorg, Bull City Family Chiropractic | Swag: Thinking Putty
We are exposed on a daily basis to hundreds of thousands of toxins, many of which are found in common household items. Discover how to properly identify and avoid unnecessary toxins and develop a “30-Day Clean Life” detox program.
Attend this wellbeing session virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 990 5064 1742
Cooking Demo: Spiralized Veggie Grain Bowls with Apricots & Mint
Carolina Union, 2518 A&B | Presenter: Chef Michael Gueiss | Sponsor: Carolina Dining Services | Swag: Measuring Cup & Spoon Set
Learn how to make this heart-healthy recipe — and leave with a free sample! Veggie bowls can help lower cholesterol and to decrease risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes. A 20-minute demo.
Attend this cooking demo virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 959 6422 7530
Fitness Demo: Camp Gladiator for All Fitness Levels
Main Stage, in front of Carolina Union | Sponsor: Camp Gladiator | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Camp Gladiator (CG) is an outdoor and virtual workout program for ALL fitness levels and is led by Certified Personal Trainers. Join in for a full-body workout incorporating cardio and strength exercises. A 25-minute demo.
11:35 a.m.
Fitness Demo: Step
Student Recreation Center, Studio B, Second Floor | Sponsor: Campus Recreation | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Designed specifically for the participant with little step experience, this basic step class is easy to follow, fun and the perfect starting point for those looking to raise the intensity of their traditional cardio workout! A 25-minute group exercise session.
11:45 a.m.
Cooking Demo: Spiralized Veggie Grain Bowls with Apricots & Mint
Carolina Union, 2518 A&B | Presenter: Chef Michael Gueiss | Sponsor: Carolina Dining Services | Swag: Measuring Cup & Spoon Set
Learn how to make this heart-healthy recipe — and leave with a free sample! Veggie bowls can help lower cholesterol and to decrease risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes. A 20-minute demo.
Attend this cooking demo virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 959 6422 7530
Noon — 2 p.m.
Healthy Lunch
Outside Carolina Union, 209 South Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Grab a healthy boxed lunch — on us! Your choice of a chicken Caesar salad, Good Berry Salad, turkey- &-cheese wrap or veggie wrap, plus a banana, protein bites and bottled water.
Noon
Wellbeing Session: Managing Stress with Mindfulness
Carolina Union, Auditorium | Swag: Thinking Putty
Take time to learn how being more mindful promotes and preserves your whole health – from your head to your heart to your heels! Topics focus on self-care, stress management and more!
Attend this wellbeing session virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 990 5064 1742
Recreation Center Tour
Student Recreation Center, Lobby | Sponsor: Campus Recreation | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Join a quick 10-minute tour to see everything the Student Recreation Center has to offer for employees.
12:15 p.m.
Fitness Demo: Pilates
Student Recreation Center, Studio B, Second Floor | Sponsor: Campus Recreation | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Lengthen and strengthen your core through a series of non-impact exercises focused on the deep muscles of the abdominals, back, hips and glutes to improve posture, prevent injury and increase strength and flexibility. A 25-minute group exercise session.
Cooking Demo: Spiralized Veggie Grain Bowls with Apricots & Mint
Carolina Union, 2518 A&B | Presenter: Chef Michael Gueiss | Sponsor: Carolina Dining Services | Swag: Measuring Cup & Spoon Set
Learn how to make this heart-healthy recipe — and leave with a free sample! Veggie bowls can help lower cholesterol and to decrease risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes. A 20-minute demo.
Attend this cooking demo virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 959 6422 7530
12:45 p.m.
Wellbeing Session: Aromatics for a Better Night’s Sleep
Carolina Union, Auditorium | Swag: Thinking Putty
Learn which scents encourage relaxation, rejuvenation and rest.
Attend this wellbeing session virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 990 5064 1742
Recreation Center Tour
Student Recreation Center, Lobby | Sponsor: Campus Recreation | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Join a quick 10-minute tour to see everything the Student Recreation Center has to offer for employees.
1 p.m.
Fitness Demo: Zumba
Student Recreation Center, Studio B, Second Floor | Sponsor: Campus Recreation | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
A fusion of Latin and international music-dance themes creates a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! These routines combine easy dance moves with aerobic interval training, using both fast and slow rhythms to tone and sculpt the body. A 25-minute group exercise session.
1:30 p.m.
Wellbeing Session: 8 Healthy Financial Habits
Carolina Union, Auditorium | Presenter: Robyn Hill, Wells Fargo Swag: Thinking Putty
This workshop teaches simple steps to help you manage your money and lead to financial success.
Attend this wellbeing session virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 990 5064 1742
Cooking Demo: Spring Salad with Local Goat Cheese
Carolina Union, 2518 A&B | Presenter: Chef Beth Littlejohn | Sponsor: The Produce Box | Swag: Measuring Cup & Spoon Set
This hearty recipe is perfect for a lunch or a brunch entrée, especially when paired with the tangy lemon vinaigrette you’ll also learn how to make! Featuring the best of North Carolina spring produce, this demo will show how to prepare and cut a variety of local produce for an elegant and colorful display. A 30-minute demo.
Attend this cooking demo virtually via Zoom | Webinar ID: 959 6422 7530
Recreation Center Tour
Student Recreation Center, Lobby | Sponsor: Campus Recreation | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Join a quick 10-minute tour to see everything the Student Recreation Center has to offer for employees.
1:45 p.m.
Fitness Demo: Chair Yoga
Student Recreation Center, Studio B, Second Floor | Sponsor: UNC Program on Integrative Medicine | Swag: Sport Water Bottle
Yoga for any body! A 25-minute group chair yoga session.
Breast Cancer Screening
Early detection is your best protection against breast cancer.
Schedule Your Free Breast Cancer Screening
Wellness On-Demand
Can’t make it to Employee Wellness Day but want to improve your wellbeing? No problem!
Check Out Our Library of On-Demand Wellness Resources
Our Event Partners
A huge thank-you to our event partners for making Employee Wellness Day possible:
Carolina Dining Services
Campus Recreation
UNC Program on Integrative Medicine
NC State Health Plan
The Produce Box
Contact UNC Total WellBeing
Jessica Pyjas, Work/Life & Wellness Program Manager
Meriem Alqoh, University Program Associate
totalwellbeing@unc.edu