Articles from October 2024

Image of a sign promoting the 2024 Health and Well-Being Fair

Health fair brings campus together to encourage holistic well-being

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Held in the historic UI Field House, employees visited throughout the day to get their flu shot, have their blood pressure checked, indulge in a chair massage, participate in the Mindfulness Labyrinth, and learn about various on- and off-campus services.
A military service member is shown in uniform on Veterans Day.

New SkillBridge partnership expands Veterans hiring initiative

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
The University of Iowa has partnered with SkillBridge, a federal program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense to help military members gain civilian work experience during their last six months of service.

Pilot program for weight management medication strives for employee well-being

Tuesday, October 29, 2024
The goal of the pilot program is to measure the feasibility of a GLP-1 program for weight management that is flexible, accessible, and financially sustainable for UI employees and the institution.

Benefits open enrollment begins Nov. 1

Monday, October 28, 2024
The 2025 benefits open enrollment period takes place Nov. 1–15, 2024, for faculty and staff. Any changes made to benefits elections will be effective Jan. 1, 2025.