HealthEU Day

Navigating Behavior Change
10:30-11:30am

Lakeside 212
Liz Bailey, Lecturer in Exercise Science

If you have ever tried to adopt new behaviors to improve your health, only to find yourself reverting to your original habits, you are not alone. Making and sustaining a healthy behavior change is hard! In this session, you will be guided through self-discovery activities to help you reflect on where you are now and to envision yourself in the future. You will then work on that vision – the YOU you want to become! You will consider strategies to get there and construct goals, while also planning for navigating around, over or through common pitfalls. The road to your vision will likely not be straight, but with a map and a toolkit to navigate the roadblocks, you can find your way and enjoy the journey as well.

Understanding Your Elon Retirement Plan
10:30-11:30am

Lakeside 213
TIAA and Highland Consulting

No matter where you are in your career journey, this presentation will help you better understand the Elon Retirement Plan, the options and benefits within it and the tools and resources available through TIAA to make sure you are on track in pursuing your retirement goals. We’ll discuss:

• Overview of the retirement plans and the investment options
• Lifetime income options with the Elon retirement plans
• TIAA website tools and resources
• Availability to meet one-on-one with a TIAA Financial Consultant

Whole Foods Unveiled: Unleashing the Power of Nutrient-Rich Eating
10:30-11:30am

Lakeside 214
Dr. Marna Winter, Senior Lecturer in Education

In this presentation, we delve into the essential reasons for reducing processed food consumption and embracing whole, nutrient-rich alternatives. Through an exploration of the science behind whole foods and their remarkable impact on our well-being, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how they nourish our bodies and minds. Discover practical strategies and actionable tips for seamlessly integrating whole foods into your daily diet. Join us to uncover the hidden potential of whole foods and embark on a path toward vitality and lasting health.

Faculty/Staff Lunch & Learn: Empowering Faculty, Staff and Student Leaders in Distressed Student Communication
12:00-1:15pm

Lakeside 214
Student Care & Outreach Staff

In this workshop, we’ll examine real-life case studies to illustrate the practical application of The Four R’s Framework. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the framework alongside practical skills to enhance communication strategies with students in distress and highlight necessary support for their success. RSVP required.

Personal Finance to Reduce Your Anxiety
2:30-3:30pm

Lakeside 212
Dr. Christopher Harris, Associate Professor of Finance and Chair of the Department of Finance

Personal finance is often viewed as a topic that involves many moving pieces which can seem overwhelming to individuals. This workshop describes the specific principles that can be followed to achieve financial goals and attendees will leave with specific recommendations to ensure they are on track to reach their financial goals. By sticking to these basic recommendations, it can reduce the anxiety of the many “unknowns” related to personal finance.

Understanding Your Elon Retirement Plan
2:30-3:30pm

Lakeside 213
TIAA and Highland Consulting

No matter where you are in your career journey, this presentation will help you better understand the Elon Retirement Plan, the options and benefits within it and the tools and resources available through TIAA to make sure you are on track in pursuing your retirement goals. We’ll discuss:

• Overview of the retirement plans and the investment options
• Lifetime income options with the Elon retirement plans
• TIAA website tools and resources
• Availability to meet one-on-one with a TIAA Financial Consultant

Designing for Wellness & Well-Being
2:30-3:30pm

Lakeside 214
Hasan Khan, Student Design Thinking Catalyst
Marley Lazo-Murphy, Student Design Thinking Catalyst

How might we design for daily wellness and well-being? This workshop explores the six dimensions of wellness and Elon’s Act, Belong, Commit framework to help participants cultivate practices for holistic wellness and well-being. Attendees will frame their wellness goals, explore the latest research on well-being, and generate actionable opportunities for achieving short- and long-term wellness goals.

Campus Sustainability Week Keynote
7:00pm-8:00pm

Cultivating Connection, Resilience and Food Sovereignty

Ashlie Thomas
McKinnon Hall

Join Ashlie Thomas (aka The Mocha Gardner), author of “How to Become a Gardener: Find empowerment in creating your own food security”, as we explore the powerful synergy between cultivating nutritious food, fostering community bonds, and promoting greater personal and collective wellness. Beyond the bounty they provide, vibrant edible spaces not only empower us as stewards of the environment, but offer a tangible way to address local food security challenges while fostering a more sustainable and resilient future. Be prepared to be inspired as we consider the potential of these edible gardens to sow seeds of positive change, cultivating a future where both people and the planet thrive!