UofL Today Announcements
Jan . – Dec. 2008
January 2008
Jan. 2
Get Healthy Now Fitness Challenge
The Get Healthy Now Fitness Challenge is a new and exciting way to get the personal guidance, motivation and rewards you need
to reach your full fitness potential. Along with this, you have an opportunity to WIN PRIZES ($200, $100 and $50 gift cards). The
Fitness Challenge is a program that encourages everyone to make activity part of their everyday lives!! To register, contact Farrah
Spellman at fgspel01@louisville.edu or 852-7755. (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 3
Weigh to Go
Get Healthy Now is offering Weigh to Go (WTG), a 12-week class that includes measurements, weigh-ins, a journal and weekly tips
for incorporating healthy weight-loss behaviors! Belknap: Wednesdays at noon, starting Jan. 9. HSC: Thursdays at noon, starting
Jan. 10. Cost is $10. Weigh to Go II is a maintenance phase for those who have completed WTG. Belknap: Wednesdays at 12:45
p.m., starting Jan. 9. HSC: Thursdays at 12:45 p.m., starting Jan. 10. To enroll, e-mail ghn@louisville.edu. For more info, visit
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on campus/classes/weigh-to-go.html (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 4
Fruit of the Month
Congratulations Donna Bottorff for winning Fruit of the Month! She added cranberries and clementines to her daily life. January's
Vegetable of the Month is spinach. Visit http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on campus/incentive-programs/campus-healthinitiative-participant-incentive-programs.html for great recipe ideas. (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 7
Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon and miniMarathon training
Get Healthy Now offers the GHN Running Club for UofL employees to help them train for the Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon &
miniMarathon. We have two runs a week where a fitness specialist helps you with your training. We follow the Jewish Hospital
Sports Medicine Healthy Lifestyle Training Program, the official training program of the Derby Festival. JHSM will provide program
information Jan. 7, 6 p.m., Frazier Hall, Bellarmine University, 2001 Newburg Rd. For more information visit
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on campus/activity-groups/running-club.html To sign-up with Get Healthy Now Running Club,
e-mail ghn@louisville.edu (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Take control of your life; learn practical stress solutions
This "hands-on" workshop from Get Healthy Now teaches proven stress management techniques, including visualization, deep
breathing, biofeedback and life balance. You will learn to balance your life and increase your productivity. Facilitator Paula Kommor
is trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute. Sessions will be in room 113, College of Education and Human Development,
Belknap Campus, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., for 8 weeks starting Jan. 16. Sign up at GHN@louisville.edu for stress management
that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 8
Group Fitness Classes
Once again the Intramural Department will offer group fitness classes at the SAC and HSC fitness center beginning Jan. 22.
HOWEVER, we have teamed with Campus Health Services and Get Healthy Now to offer yoga classes on Belknap Campus. Classes
will begin Tuesday, Jan. 22, and will be held at the new Campus Health Services multi-purpose room (located between the SAC &
Houchens Building.) For a complete schedule of classes please go to http://www.campuslife.louisville.edu/intramurals and follow the
Fitness/Wellness link. Cost is $40 for the entire semester (14 weeks) (Submitted By: Debby Woodall, Intramurals)
Become a nonsmoker
Smoking cessation classes use the Cooper-Clayton Method, a safe and effective way to help people stay smoke-free for the rest of
their lives. It is a comprehensive behavioral smoking cessation program that is science-based and uses proven methods, including
education, skills training and social support. There are 13 weekly one-hour classes followed by relapse prevention. Belknap: Jan. 11April 4, Fridays, noon-1 p.m., room 15, Crawford Gym. To enroll, e-mail ghn@louisville.edu. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get
Healthy Now)
Jan 11
Get Healthy Now discount on paystubs
Beginning January 2008 the discount on health insurance for Get Healthy Now participants will be listed as a refund on your
paystub. The reduction will appear above the line that shows your health premium on your paystub. The amount refunded will be
$10 per paycheck for biweekly employees and $20 per paycheck for monthly employees. (Submitted By: Dana Hummel, Human
Resources)
Jan 16
Fitness Challenge
If you are looking for that extra motivation to get you going in the New Year, the Fitness Challenge is for you! You still have time;
forms are due by Jan. 18. Submit them by fax at 852-6654 or e-mail ghn@louisville.edu
More information and forms are at http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/ghn-fitnesschallenge.html (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 22
UofL supports Champions 4 Her
Join us at the women's basketball game against Marquette Jan. 23, 7 p.m., Freedom Hall, as we kick off our participation in the
Champions 4 Her communitywide initiative to increase support for women and women's health issues in Kentucky. A June 21
walk/run will raise money for 10 local groups, including UofL's Women's Center and Women's Athletics. Learn more at
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter/ (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 24
Intensive weight loss program
Move it to Lose it is a 12-week weight loss program with monitored weigh ins, guided group exercise, 1-on-1 coaching and nutrition
for real life. It begins Feb. 11 and meets Mondays & Thursdays at 4 p.m. in Crawford Gym. Cost is $25. For eligibility requirements
and more info visit http://www.louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Jan. 29
Wear red, raise awareness
The American Heart Association has declared Feb. 1 to be National Wear Red Day. Join Get Healthy Now in supporting the fight
against heart disease by wearing RED on Friday! Take the Go Red Heart Checkup at
http://www.goredforwomen.org/go_red_heart_checkup.aspx. (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Jan 31
Cupid Chase, free gas
Don't get struck by Cupid! Use an online cardio tracker to stay ahead of Cupid. This four-week Cardio Challenge begins Monday,
Feb. 4. Visit http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/cupid-chase.html for more details.
(Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
February 2008
Feb. 6
Vegetable of the Month winner
Congratulations to Diana Whitlock for consuming 20 servings of spinach in January. Grapes are February's Fruit of the Month. Visit
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/campus-health-initiative-participant-incentiveprograms.html for more information. (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Feb. 12
UofL gears up for run, walk to benefit Champions 4 Her
The UofL community will help make a difference this spring in the lives of girls and women in Jefferson County. Full story at
http://php.louisville.edu/news/news.php?news=1091
What does it mean to be a 'Champion 4 Her'?
Every week starting today through June 17, UofL will recognize individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing
meaningful work in the area of academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. Shirley
Willihnganz, executive vice president and university provost, is the first person in our Champions 4 Her profile series. More
information: http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
Feb. 20
Get Healthy Now Weekly Walking Program
Get your walking shoes on! GHN Weekly Walking Program is open to all UofL employees. Walks last 30-40 minutes and will be held
inside in case of rain. Classes will meet at the Health Sciences Campus Feb. 26 - Apr. 1, Tuesdays at noon, in front of the HSC
fitness center and on Belknap Campus Feb. 28 - Apr. 3, Thursdays at 12:30 p.m., in back of Grawemeyer Hall. To enroll, e-mail
ghn@louisville.edu. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. Julie Hermann, senior associate athletic director
and the senior woman administrator in the athletics department, is our Champion 4 Her this week. More information:
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter. (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
Feb. 28
Take control of your life: Learn practical stress solutions
This "hands-on" workshop from Get Healthy Now teaches proven stress management techniques, including visualization, deep
breathing, biofeedback and life balance. You will learn techniques to balance your life and increase your productivity. Facilitator
Paula Kommor is trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute. Workshop sessions will be held at the Health Sciences Center
Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., for four weeks starting March 19. Location TBA. Sign up via GHN@louisville.edu for stress management
that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
March 2008
March 5
Pick up the pace, UofL
Did you know that Kentucky ranks 49th among the 50 states and the District of Columbia in the percentage of women with 4 or
more years of college. Help improve the education for women in Kentucky. Register for the Champions 4 Her 5K Walk, Run &
Festival and Pick up the Pace, Louisville!! Visit http://www.champions4her.com for more information. Watch for ways to get
involved with Get Healthy Now & Champions 4 Her! (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
March 6
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to the Office of
Information Technology. To learn more about this initiative, visit http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson,
Get Healthy Now)
Fruit of the Month winner
Congratulations to Patricia McGaw! She completed the "Grape Challenge" for the month of February. March is the one-year
anniversary of the inception of Fruit/Vegetable of the Month! During March, Get Healthy Now challenges you to eat at least one
serving of all of the fruits and vegetables from the past 12 months! Visit
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/campus-health-initiative-participant-incentiveprograms.html to participate!! (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
March 7
Cupid Chase winners
Congratulations to all 70 employees who avoided Cupid's arrow by logging more than 50 miles for the month of February! From
those, the following names were drawn for a $25 gas card: HSC-Joe Bille, GHN Fitness Facility-Carol Norton, GHN Web-Mathew
Bergman (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
March 9
Choose Your Path
Gather your teammates! Get Healthy Now will kick off "Choose Your Path to Your Champion" beginning April 1. Teams of 4-10
participants will designate one captain. Each participant will select a weekly cardio goal to make up the overall team goal. This
program will conclude June 21 at the Champions 4 Her Walk, Run & Festival. Special awards will be given on the day of the festival.
More details to comemitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now, 852-7755, ghn@louisville.edu)
March 10
Become a nonsmoker
Smoking cessation classes use the Cooper-Clayton Method, a safe and effective way to help people stay smoke-free for the rest of
their lives. It is a comprehensive behavioral smoking cessation program that is science-based and uses proven methods, including
education, skills training and social support. There are 13 weekly one-hour classes, followed by relapse prevention. Two different
classes start soon on Belknap: April 1-June 24, 4:30-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays; April 2-June 25, noon-1 p.m., Wednesdays. Classes held
in room 15, Crawford Gym. To enroll, e-mail GHN@louisville.edu. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week "hands-on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques including: deep breathing, visualization and
mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity in the process!
Facilitator, Paula Kommor, an ACSM certified wellness coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute. Sessions will
be in room 2035, K Wing, Health Sciences Center, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting March 19. Sign up via GHN@louisville.edu for
stress management that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now, 852-7755, ghn@louisville.edu)
Correction: UofL Champions 4 Her web address
The web address listed in yesterday's UofL Champions 4 Her announcement was incorrect. The correct web address to access this
week's highlight of an individual who is doing meaningful work to support the well-being of women is
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter. Kathy Baumgartner, School of Public Health and Information Sciences, is featured.
March 19
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Sherry Babbage
with the School of Dentistry. To learn more about Sherry and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
March 20
Greenopoly
Greenopoly is our fun little take on the old-time favorite Monopoly, with just a few simple changes. The object is to earn as much
money as possible through buying property, by completing "green" tasks, and doing cardio! Win a gift card from Jackson's Organic
Coffee, Glass Dreamz, Knit Nook, Just Creations or Heine Brothers Coffee. Turn in your recording sheet by March 31 to
ghn@louisville.edu or fax to 852-6654. Visit http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentiveprograms/greenopoly.html to play. (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
March 26
Human Resources retirement readiness seminar
Are you thinking about retiring from the university within the next three to five years? Wondering what to do next or what to
expect? Then this is the seminar for you! We will have three evening sessions, 6 p.m.-9 p.m., April 9, 16 and 23 that will answer
many, if not all, of your questions. Sign up for the answers at http://louisville.edu/hr/training/retirement-readiness/ (Submitted By:
Erin Franklin, Human Resources)
March 27
Become a nonsmoker
Smoking cessation classes use the Cooper-Clayton Method, a safe and effective way to help people stay smoke-free for the rest of
their lives. It is a comprehensive behavioral smoking cessation program that is science-based and uses proven methods, including
education, skills training and social support. There are 13, weekly one-hour classes followed by relapse prevention. Belknap: April
2-June 25, Wednesdays, noon- 1 p.m. To enroll, e-mail GHN@louisville.edu. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Linda Bledsoe
with the Kent School of Social Work. To learn more about Linda and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
March 31
Choose Your Path to Your Champion
Gather your teammates! Get Healthy Now will kick off "Choose Your Path to Your Champion" beginning April 1! Teams are 4-10
participants, designating one captain. Each participant will select your own weekly cardio goal to make up the overall team goal.
This program will be from April 1 to June 21, concluding at the Champions 4 Her Walk, Run & Festival. Special awards will be given
on the day of the festival!! To participate, go to http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/champions-4-her (Submitted By: Caryn
Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
April 2008
April 2
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Traci Simonsen
with University Advancement. To learn more about Traci and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
April 3
Weigh to Go
Get Healthy Now is offering the "Weigh to Go" weight-loss program. This 12-week class will include pre/post body fat and other
measurements, weekly weigh-ins, a food journal and weekly tips for incorporating healthy weight loss behaviors! Classes begin on
Belknap Wednesday, April 16, at noon and on HSC Thursday, April 17. Please enroll at ghn@louisville.edu with WTG in the subject.
(Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Get Healthy Now Weekly Walking Program
Get your walking shoes on! GHN Weekluy Walking Program is open to all UofL employees. Walks last 30-40 minutes and will be
held inside if it is raining. Classes will meet at the Health Sciences Campus April 8- May 13 at noon, in front of HSC fitness center
and on Belknap Campus April 10 - May 15 at 12:30 p.m., behind Grawemeyer Hall. To enroll, e-mail ghn@louisville.edu. (Submitted
By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week "hands-on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including: deep breathing, visualization and
mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity in the process.
Facilitator Paula Kommor, an ACSM certified Wellness Coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute. Sessions will
on Health Sciences Center Campus, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting April 23. Sign up via GHN@louisville.edu for stress
management that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
April 4
Retirement Readiness Seminar reminder
Are you thinking about retiring from UofL within the next three to five years? Wondering what to do next or what to expect? Then
this is the seminar for you! We will have three evening sessions, 6-9 p.m., April 9, 16 and 23, that will answer many, if not all, of
your questions. They will be in the Multi-Purpose Room, Human Resources building, 1980 Arthur St. Sign up for the answers at
http://louisville.edu/hr/training/retirement-readiness (Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Human Resources)
April 7
Get Healthy Now Greenopoly winner
Congratulations to Donna Bottorff, anatomical sciences and neurobiology, the winner of Greenopoly! Donna "earned" $4,790 in
Greenopoly money and will receive a gift card from GHN! (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
Get Healthy Now Fruit/Vegetable of the Month winner
Congratulations to Kathy Carden, provost's office, who completed the fruit and vegetable of the month challenge and was drawn as
the winner! Your chance to win is now. Find out how to participate in April's challenge at
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/campus-health-initiative-participant-incentiveprograms.html!! (Submitted By: Caryn Phillips, Get Healthy Now)
April 9
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Shin-je Ghim
with the James Graham Brown Cancer Center. To learn more about her and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
April 14
Stop. Breathe, ahhhhhhhhh
Free relaxation sessions for faculty, staff and students. Mondays, April 14 and 21 and Wednesdays, April 16 and 23. 2-2:30 p.m.,
relaxation guided by health specialist. 2:30-3 p.m., non-guided rest - a time to simply relax in a quiet, calm space ("conscious
napping") Location: Campus Health Services Multipurpose Room, (SAC side of building) Then enjoy FREE head and neck massage,
3-4 p.m. Sponsored by the Psychology Department Honors Society (Psi Chi), the Psychological Service Center and Campus Health
Services Questions? Call 852-1914 (Submitted By: Karen Newton, Campus Health Services)
Start! walking at work and reduce your risk of heart disease
National Start! Walking Day is a campaign from the American Heart Association that encourages all Americans to make walking part
of their daily lives. On April 16, Get Healthy Now will host a 30-minute walk on both HSC (meet in front of Fitness Center) and
Belknap (meet in back of Grawemeyer) campuses at 11 a.m.! Make a pledge by walking with us on this special day. Mark your
calendars and remember your sneakers! Fun favors for all! (Submitted By: Palmer Karen, Get Healthy Now)
April 16
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Jane Goldstein,
assistant dean for Development and External Affairs for the College of Business. To learn more about Goldstein and the Champions
4 Her initiative, visit: http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
April 17
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week "hands on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including: deep breathing, visualization and
mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity in the process.
Facilitator Paula Kommor, an ACSM certified Wellness Coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Institute. Sessions will be on
Health Sciences Center Campus, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting April 23. Sign up via GHN@louisville.edu for stress
management that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
April 23
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Joni Burke,
assistant director of student activities for Greek Life. To learn more about Joni Burke and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
April 30
UofL 'Champion 4 Her'
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Anees Chagpar,
professor with the School of Medicine and director of the Multidisciplinary Breast Cancer Program at UofL's James Graham Brown
Cancer Center. To learn more her and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By:
Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
May 2008
May 7
UofL Champions for Her
Each week we're recognizing individuals, units or colleges at UofL that are doing meaningful work in the area of academics,
athletics, research or medicine that support women's well-being. This week the recognition goes to Naomi Oliphant, a pianist and
associate dean, and Daniel Weeks, a tenor and assistant professor with the School of Music. Oliphant and Meeks have teamed up to
produce a "Women of Firsts" CD. To learn more about the Champions 4 Her initiative, Oliphant and Meeks, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
May 8
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week, "hands on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including: deep breathing, visualization
and mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity in the
process. Facilitator Paula Kommor, an ACSM certified wellness coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Institute. Sessions will
be on Belknap Campus, room 113, College of Education, starting May 28. Sign up via GHN@louisville.edu for stress management
that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
May 13
UofL Champion 4 Her
Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of
academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Elizabeth
Bonham, School of Nursing professor. To learn more about Bonham and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
May 20
Champions 4 Her Walk/Run Festival Countdown Kickoff is Friday
May 23, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., help kick off the countdown to the June 21 Champions 4 Her Walk/Run Festival and register to walk. The
kick off will be on the West Lawn, Belknap Campus, by the Red Barn. Mini health fair, baby photo contest, free lunch with
registration or donation, free t-shirt with registration. Registration is $25. Champions 4 Her is working to improve the health and
financial well-being of women and girls in Louisville. (Submitted By: Janene Zaccone, Communications and Marketing)
May 21
National Employee Health & Fitness Day
National Employee Health & Fitness Day is the third Wednesday in May. Celebrate NEHF with Get Healthy Now: May 23, 11 a.m.-2
p.m., West Lawn, Champions 4 Her kick off; May 26, 9 a.m., Waterfront Park, Mayor’s Healthy Hometown Hike & Bike; May 31, 8
a.m., 4th St. Live, 5K “Run for the L of It.” More information: http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow The National Association for
Health & Fitness administers NEHF annually to promote the benefits of physical activity for people through work site health
activities. (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week "hands-on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including: deep breathing, visualization and
mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity. Facilitator Paula
Kommor, an ACSM certified wellness coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Institute. Sessions will be on Belknap Campus,
room 113, College of Education, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting May 28. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu for stress management
that is fun and practical. (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get Healthy Now)
UofL Champion 4 Her
Champions 4 Her walk/run is a month away. UofL is recognizing individuals, units or colleges within the university that are doing
meaningful work in the area of academics, athletics, research or medicine that support the well-being of women. This week
recognition goes to Sharon Kerrick, a faculty member with a joint appointment in the colleges of Business and Education and
Human Development. To learn more about Sharon Kerrick and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit
http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
May 22
Beautiful Baby Contest to have booth for picture submission at Champions 4 Her kickoff Friday
You can enter your most precious photos of your child, grandchild, niece or nephew for a chance to win a $50 savings bond and
bragging rights Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. West Lawn, Red Barn. Photo size: 3x5 or 4x6. Three categories: 0-12 months; 12-24
months; 2-5 years. You may submit one photo per category. Fee: $2 per photo. Proceeds will benefit Champions 4 Her. You also
can submit photos to DJ Fitzgerald, Suite 150, Undergraduate Admissions Office, Houchens building, by June 9. Judging will be June
13 at 2 p.m. More information: 852-6531 or dlfitz04@louisville.edu (Submitted By: Donna Fitzgerald, Undergraduate Admissions)
Shuttle to run Friday from HSC for Champions 4 Her Kickoff
A shuttle service will transport HSC employees who are interested in participating in the Champions 4 Her kickoff event, Friday, May
23. Pick-up: 11:30 a.m. Preston St. at Medical Plaza. Drop-off: U-Club (oval). Return to HSC at 12:30 p.m. same locations.
(Submitted By: Patrician Benson, Get Healthy Now)
May 27
UofL Champion 4 Her
We are less than four weeks away from the Champions 4 Her walk/run & Festival. Every week UofL is recognizing individuals, units
or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work that supports the well-being of women. This week the recognition
goes to Chris Davis, director of visitor information since 1999. To learn more about Chris Davis and the Champions 4 Her initiative,
visit http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
UofL Champion 4 Her
We are about three weeks away from the Champions 4 Her walk/run & festival! Every week U of L is recognizing individuals, units
or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work that supports the well-being of women. This week recognition goes
to Delinda Buie with University Libraries. You can learn more about Buie and the Champions 4 Her initiative and to register to walk
at http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
June 2008
June 9
Fruit of the Month winner
Congratulations! Janki Patel was the winner of May's fruit of the month! Janki enjoyed 15 servings of pears in May. June's challenge
is broccoli. To learn more about the Vegetable of the Month Challenge, visit:
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/campus-health-initiative-participant-incentiveprograms.html (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
June 11
UofL Champion 4 Her
We are less than two weeks away from the Champions 4 Her walk/run and festival! Every week UofL is recognizing individuals,
units or colleges within the university that are doing meaningful work in the area of academics, athletics, research or medicine that
support the well-being of women. This week the recognition goes to Gina Bertocci of Speed School. To learn more about Gina
Bertocci and the Champions 4 Her initiative, visit http://louisville.edu/womenscenter. (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy
Now)
June 12
Trek the Trail vets form Champions 4 Her 'dream team'
There's a brand new team at UofL, and it's out to win. Its 10 members aren't wrestlers, even though they have names like "Killer"
and "Super Hero." They were top performers in Trek the Trail, an exercise challenge issued to the campus community last year
when Brian Buford, then of Human Resources, hiked the 2,175-mile Appalachian Trail. Full story at
http://php.louisville.edu/news/news.php?news=1177
June 18
Champions 4 Her Walk/Run Festival is Saturday
Please join us for the Champions 4 Her walk/run & Festival, Saturday, June 21. For the past 19 weeks we've recognized people at
UofL doing work that supports the well-being of women. We end our series with a profile on Tomarra Adams, assistant dean for
Student Support Services in the College of Arts and Sciences, and Robin Harris, public services librarian, School of Law. Read about
them and Champions 4 Her at http://louisville.edu/womenscenter (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
June 20
It is not too late to be a champion!
The Champions 4 Her 5K Walk, Run and Festival is tomorrow, June 21. If you have not signed up to participate, you still can. Onsite
registration is $35 today, 4-8 p.m. or Saturday, 7-7:45 a.m. at Waterfront Park (Witherspoon Street near Brook). Chalk art,
interactive booths, UofL band, Spirit teams and Cardinal Bird will be there! More information on the event is at
http://www.champions4her.com/ (Submitted By: Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week "hands-on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including deep breathing, visualization and
mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your ideal life. Balance your life and increase productivity. Facilitator Paula
Kommor, an ACSM certified wellness coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Institute. Sessions will be on Health Science
Campus, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting July 16. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu for stress management that is fun and
practical. (Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Get Healthy Now)
June 26
Become a nonsmoker
Get Healthy Now smoking cessation classes use the Cooper-Clayton Method, a science-based program that uses proven methods,
including education, skills training and social support. There are 13 weekly one-hour sessions followed by relapse prevention. The
next class begins Tuesday, July 1, noon, room 15, Crawford Gym. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu (Submitted By: Karen Palmer, Get
Healthy Now)
July 2008
July 2
Get Healthy Now Choose Your Path champions
Choose Your Path encouraged participants to set weekly physical activity goals and record their activity with a team. Participants
used an online tracker to record their progress. Choose Your Path Champions are: 1st place: Cardio Kids, 2nd place: Sassy Fillies,
3rd place: Fitness Femmes. Congratulations to these teams. For more information on the results, visit
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/champions-4-her (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
July 7
Get Healthy Now Fruit/Vegetable of the Month
Congratulations to Jon Schmidt, the June Vegetable of the Month challenge winner! The challenge was to eat 10 to 20 servings of
broccoli. Jon won a gift from Get Healthy Now. The Fruit of the Month challenge for July is peaches - join in! Check out the
information at http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/on%20campus/incentive-programs/campus-health-initiative-participantincentive-programs.html (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
July 8
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW 4-week "hands-on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including: deep breathing, visualization and
mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity. Facilitator Paula
Kommor, an ACSM certified wellness coach, was trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Institute. Sessions will be on Health Science
Campus, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting July 16. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu for stress management that is fun and
practical. (Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Get Healthy Now)
July 24
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
Stress Manage It! Take control of your life and learn practical stress solutions in this "hands-on" 8-week workshop from Get Healthy
Now. Includes proven stress management techniques: visualization, deep breathing, biofeedback and life balance. Leave this
workshop with techniques to balance your life and increase your productivity. Facilitator Paula Kommor is trained by the Harvard
Mind/Body Medical Institute. Starting Aug. 27, the workshop will meet in room 113, College of Education and Human Development,
Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu for fun and practical stress management. (Submitted By: Patricia Benson,
Get Healthy Now)
July 29
Go for the gold!
Calling all Olympians! Show your support for Team USA in Beijing by participating in the GHN Olympics. This event will open Aug. 4
and continue through Aug. 29. To be eligible to win the gold medal - a $25 gas card, you must complete 16 of the 38 events. All
other eligible gold medalist will be rewarded, as wel, with a new GHN incentive! Go to http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/ for
more details! (Submitted By: Brooke Banet, Get Healthy Now)
August 2008
August 13
Do you want to get more out of your lunch hour?
Join Get Healthy Now for a guided walk once per week. We will be at Health Sciences Campus Tuesdays at noon and at Belknap
Campus Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. beginning Aug. 19 and 21. For more details, please go to
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/weekly-walking-program.html (Submitted By: Brooke Banet, Get Healthy
Now)
August 21
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
Stress Manage It! Take control of your life and learn practical stress solutions in this "hands-on" 8-week workshop from Get Healthy
Now. Includes proven stress management techniques: visualization, deep breathing, biofeedback and life balance. Leave this
workshop with techniques to balance your life and increase your productivity. Facilitator Paula Kommor is trained by the Harvard
Mind/Body Medical Institute. Starting Aug. 27, the workshop will meet in room 113, College of Education and Human Development,
Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu for fun and practical stress management. (Submitted By: Patricia Benson,
Get Healthy Now)
August 26
Fall yoga, Pilates and fitness classes
Check out the fall yoga, Pilates and group fitness classes offered through Intramural Sports, Campus Health Services and Get
Healthy Now. Classes begin Sept. 2 through Nov. 21 (12 weeks). Cost is $40/semester. Attend as many classes as you wish. For a
complete schedule go to http://www.campuslife.louisville.edu/intramurals and follow the Fitness/Wellness link. For more
information call the Intramural Sports Office at 852-6707 or the HSC Fitness Center at 852-3115. (Submitted By: Debby Woodall,
Intramurals)
August 27
Weigh to Go
Get Healthy Now is offering the "Weigh to Go" weight loss program. This 12-week class will include pre- and post-body fat
measurements, weekly weigh-ins, a food journal and weekly tips for incorporating healthy weight loss behaviors! Classes begin on
Belknap Wednesday, Sept., 17, at noon and at the Health Sciences Center Thursday, Sept. 18. To enroll, please e-mail
ghn@louisville.edu with WTG in the subject line. (Submitted By: Brooke Banet, Get Healthy Now)
September 3
Get Healthy Now Running Club
Wednesdays, 7 a.m.; Thursdays, 11 a.m. lower level Room 17, Crawford Gym. The GHN running club is geared for faculty and staff
who would like to train for a race or just learn to run. The club provides training for beginning to intermediate runners; runners of
all abilities are welcome. Runs are customized and guidance is offered in nutrition, pacing, footwear, safety and more. To sign up,
e-mail ghn@louisville.edu and get ready to "Run for the health of it." (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Fruit/Vegetable of the Month
Congratulations to Robert Thomas, the August Vegetable of the Month challenge winner! The challenge was to eat 10 to 20
servings of peppers. Robert won a gift from Get Healthy Now. The Fruit of the Month challenge for September is plums - join in!
Check out the information at http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/incentiveprograms (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman,
Get Healthy Now)
What's on your plate?
Between Sept. 5 and 26 find creative ways to get more fiber on your plate. The World Health Organization suggests we consume at
least 25 grams a day. We challenge you to place a picture of a fiber source onto your plate for every day you hit the recommended
25. Use a paper plate or make your own. We will post our plates in the facility and challenge you to do the same. For more
information: http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Yoga & Pilates classes
Yoga and Pilates classes resume Sept. 2 in Campus Health Services Multipurpose Room, Belknap Campus. "Newbie" classes in 2week blocks. Pay $40 Group Fitness Fee in Intramural Office, Room E102, Student Activities Center. Complete schedule at
http://louisville.edu/campushealth. Click on Health Promotion. (Submitted By: k newton, Campus Health Services)
Get Healthy Now: New facility hours
We are here to help you meet your fitness needs. The hours we are available are: Monday: 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Tuesday: 11 a.m.6:30 p.m., Wednesday: 7 a.m.- 6:30 p.m., Thursday: 11 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Friday: 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Call and schedule an appointment
today. (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
September 2008
Sept. 11
Become a nonsmoker
Get Healthy Now smoking cessation classes follow the Cooper-Clayton Method, a science-based program that uses proven methods,
including education, skills training and social support. There are 13 weekly, one-hour sessions followed by relapse prevention. The
next class begins Thursday, Sept. 18, noon, Room 15, Crawford Gym, Belknap Campus. Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu (Submitted
By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
September 15
American Heart Association: Heart Walk
The 2008 American Heart Association Heart Walk is Sept. 27 at 9:30 a.m. Get Healthy Now urges you to get involved. Here's one
way: Come to Get Healthy Now, Room 17, lower level, Crawford Gym. Give a donation and get a paper heart. Then answer a trivia
question. Your heart will be placed in a drawing. The first heart with the correct answer to the trivia question will receive the
basket. See the basket at GHN. For more information: http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/heartwalk (Submitted By: Spellman
Farrah, Get Healthy Now)
September 19
Get Healthy Now offers group wellness coaching
Join Get Healthy Now's new offering "Group Wellness Coaching." Learn to make choices to create an ideal life with the help of a
wellness coach and support group. The first meeting is noon-1 p.m., Oct. 14, Room 409, Ekstrom Library. The class lasts six weeks.
Register by e-mail ghn@louisville.edu. Class size is limited. (Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Human Resources)
New yoga classes offered at Campus Health Services
New Yoga Basics classes: Wednesday and Friday, 10- 11 a.m. Plus, Yoga Basics, Tuesday and Thursday, 10-11 a.m. will resume
Sept. 30. Complete updated yoga and Pilates schedule at http://louisville.edu/campushealth. Click on Health Promotion. Submitted
By: Karen Newton, Campus Health Services)
September 25
What's on Your Plate?
Sept. 26 turn in the creative ways that you had fiber intake on your plate. The World Health Organization suggests we consume at
least 25 grams a day. We challenged you to place a picture of a fiber source onto your plate for every day you hit the
recommended 25. Submit your plates for the drawing the will take place at noon for a Kroger gift card or a Kroger environmental
friendly bag. For more information: http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Start! Heart Walk Sept. 27
Get Healthy Now is participating in the American Heart Association’s Start! Heart Walk on Sept. 27 and needs your support. Support
the American Heart Association’s fight against the nation’s No. 1 and No. 3 causes of death by walking, making a donation or
volunteering. With a donation, you’ll be entered into a drawing to compete for a basket of items. There are several baskets and
donation locations across the Belknap campus and Health Sciences Center. Visit: http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/heartwalk
September 24
Get Healthy Now offering biometric screenings for health-risk assessments
2009 open enrollment for insurance will be held Oct. 20-31. Get Healthy Now is providing biometric screenings for faculty and staff
who want up-to-date data to complete their health-risk assessment. A biometric screening takes about 30 minutes and will include
necessary HRA data. To schedule an appointment, contact Get Healthy Now, 852-7755 or ghn@louisville.edu. (Submitted By:
Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now
October 2008
October 3
Weekly Walking
Get Healthy Now offers weekly walking that is open to all UofL employees. The walks last 30 to 40 minutes. HSC: Oct. 7-Nov. 11,
Tuesdays at noon. Meet outside Fitness Center. Belknap: Oct. 9-Nov. 13, Thursdays at 12:30 p.m., meet behind Grawemeyer Hall.
To enroll, visit http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/weeklywalk (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy
Now)
October 7
Making Strides breast cancer walk
Making Strides by Taking Strides: Join the Get Healthy Now staff and support the American Cancer Society. We will walk during the
lunch hour until the Making Strides event Oct. 26 at Waterfront Park. Bring a donation of at least $1 when you come to walk. We
meet Tuesdays at noon in front of the HSC fitness center; we meet Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 12:30 p.m. behind
Grawemeyer Hall. We will give pedometers, T-shirts and breast cancer bracelets at each walk. For more info, please contact GHN at
852-7755 or http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/. (Submitted By: Kelly Smith, GHN)
October 8
Get Healthy Now to offer biometric screenings for health-risk assessments
2009 open enrollment for insurance will be Oct. 20-31. Get Healthy Now is providing biometric screenings for faculty and staff who
want up-to-date data to complete their health-risk assessments. A biometric screening takes about 30 minutes and will include
necessary HRA data. To schedule an appointment, contact Get Healthy Now, 852-7755 or ghn@louisville.edu. (Submitted By:
Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Risky Business
During October, we are asking you to look at your health risks. Using the checklist, check off the amount of points you can
accumulate Oct. 10-31. Look for creative ways to participate in each of the activities listed. Turn in your checklist to the GHN staff
no later than Friday Oct. 31 at noon to be entered in to the drawing for the prize (Hubers or football tickets on Nov. 14). The
maximum number of points is 100. See how close you can get. More information visit:
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/incentiveprograms (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
October 9
Yoga and Pilates updates
Yoga and Pilates classes will take place during Fall Break except for the Tuesday, 10-11 a.m. class. Newbie classes are now ongoing
on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10-11 am. Try the first one FREE. Group Fitness Fee is half price
($20) for the remainder of the semester. What a deal! (Submitted By: Karen Newton, Campus Health Services)
October 10
Move closer to your ideal life and learn practical stress solutions
This NEW four-week "hands-on" workshop teaches proven stress management techniques, including: deep breathing, visualization
and mindfulness. Learn techniques to move you closer to your IDEAL LIFE. Balance your life and increase productivity. Facilitator
Paula Kommor, an ACSM certified wellness coach, was trained at the Harvard Mind/Body Institute. Sessions will be on Health
Science Campus, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., starting Oct. 22. Sign up via
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/stressmanage for stress management that is fun and practical. (Submitted
By: Erin Franklin, Get Healthy Now)
October 23
Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk Sunday
The Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk is Sunday at Waterfront Park. Registration begins at noon. The 5K has a rolling start from 1
to 3pm. If you would like to walk with the Get Healthy Now team, meet at the corner of Brooke and Witherspoon at 12:30. GHN
also has a team registered online at http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp The team name is Taking Strides. Hope to see
you there! (Submitted By: Kelly Smith, Get Healthy Now)
October 24
OPEN ENROLLMENT
This is a reminder that Open Enrollment is in progress until 5 p.m., Oct.31. Go to http://www.louisville.edu/hr/enrollment to indicate
your 2009 benefits election (health plan, vision, dental, flexible spending and Get Healthy Now).
Benefit vendors will be available to answer questions:
Oct. 29 & 30, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Room 110, Abell Administration Building, Health Sciences Center.
Computers Available on Campus
If you do not have access to a computer, computers will be available Oct. 29 & 30, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Room 110, Abell Building,
Health Sciences Center.
Get Healthy Now
Anyone, including current participants, who wants to participate in the Get Healthy Now health management program, must
complete a short health-risk assessment which is on the open enrollment website. If you only need to take the health risk
assessment please visit http://louisville.edu/hr/benefits/openenrollment/plan/coverage/hra.html
(Submitted By: Betsy Waters, Human Resources)
Get Healthy Now to offer biometric screenings for health-risk assessments
Get Healthy Now is providing biometric screenings for faculty and staff who want up-to-date data to complete their health-risk
assessments. A biometric screening takes about 30 minutes and will include necessary HRA data. To schedule an appointment,
contact Get Healthy Now, 852-7755 or ghn@louisville.edu. (Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
November 2008
November 12
Get Healthy Now offers screenings for online health assessment
Get Healthy Now staff are offering free health screenings (blood pressure, cholesterol, BMI) today through Nov. 20, the last day to
complete the online health assessment to participate in Get Healthy Now. Annual completion is required for participation and to
receive the $20 refund on monthly health premiums. (Screenings are optional) E-mail gethealthynow@louisville.edu to schedule
your appointment. Take assessment now at http://louisville.edu/hr/benefits/openenrollment/plan/coverage/hra.html (Submitted By:
Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
November 21
Live your ideal life
Join Get Healthy Now's newest offering - GROUP WELLNESS COACHING. Make powerful choices to create your ideal life with a
certified wellness coach's facilitation skills and the wisdom and support of a group. In this group setting, design and implement a
successful action plan to live the future of your dreams now! We meet noon-1 p.m. Tuesdays for six weeks starting Jan. 20 on the
Health Sciences Center campus. The 1st session will last 1.5 hours. Sign up via
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/groupwellcoaching
Class size is limited! First come, first served. (Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Human Resources)
Open Enrollment
Watch for postcard from benefits regarding Open Enrollment corrections
You will receive a postcard soon with complete instructions on accessing and reviewing your 2009 benefits elections information.
Through ULink, you will need to access "Benefits Summary" to see your 2009 elections and access "Dependents Covered" to make
sure all dependents that need coverage will have it. (Submitted By: Betsy Waters, Human Resources)
Nov. 24
Move closer to your ideal life in 2009
Take control of your life and learn practical stress solutions in this four-week workshop from Get Healthy Now. Learn proven stress
management techniques: visualization, deep breathing, biofeedback and life balance. Leave this workshop with techniques to
balance your life and increase your productivity. Facilitator Paula Kommor is trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute.
Starting Jan. 14, the workshop will meet in Room 113, College of Education and Human Development, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m.
Sign up via ghn@louisville.edu for fun and practical stress management. (Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Human Resources)
Correction period for open enrollment is now through Dec. 8, 10 a.m.
Please review your 2009 benefits information and verify that it is correct: Go to http://ulink.louisville.edu, log in, click Faculty/Staff
tab, select Benefits Summary and change the date to read 1/1/09. Then verify dependents covered are correct by selecting
Dependents Covered and change the date to 1/1/09. If information is incorrect in either place, report errors via
http://www.louisville.edu/hr/help by 10 a.m. Dec. 8. HR will send you a correction form via e-mail. Complete and return to HR by
the date/time specified on your form. (Submitted By: Betsy Waters, Human Resources)
December 2008
Dec. 1
Correction period for Open Enrollment is now through Dec. 8, 10 a.m.
Please review your 2009 benefits information and verify that it is correct. To do so: Go to http://ulink.louisville.edu and log in. Click
Faculty / Staff tab, select Benefits Summary and change the date to 1/1/09. To verify dependents covered are correct, select
Dependents Covered and change the date to 1/1/09. If information is incorrect, report errors via http://www.louisville.edu/hr/help
by 10 a.m. Dec. 8. Human Resources will send you a correction form via e-mail. Complete and return to HR by the date/time
specified on your form. (Submitted By: Betsy Waters, Human Resources)
Dec. 8
Weigh to Go
During this 12-week class you will learn helpful tips for weight loss, workouts and nutrition. Measurements will be taken the first
and last week along with weekly weigh-ins and brief motivational meetings. Belknap will begin Jan. 13, noon, Room 15, Crawford
Gym. HSC will begin Jan. 15, noon, Room 2023, Nursing School 2023. There is a $10 fee that covers the cost of a diary. If you have
completed WTG and would like to sign up for just monitored weigh-ins, please register for WTG II. Sign up now!
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/weightogo.html (Submitted By: Brooke Banet, Get Healthy Now)
YMCA to let UofL employees work out for free while Get Health Now is closed for break
Between Dec. 26 and Jan. 4, while Get Healthy Now facilities are closed, the YMCA of Greater Louisville invites all UofL employees
to work out for free. To take advantage of this opportunity, all you need is a current UofL employee I.D. Should your spouse,
immediate family member or out-of-town guest join you, there will be a $5 per person per day fee with picture I.D. Locate a YMCA
near you at http://www.ymcalouisville.org/ (Submitted by Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
Benefits deadline extended to Dec. 9
UofL will provide an employer contribution for 2009 qualifying adult health coverage. If you need to make a change to your benefit
elections for 2009 please go to http://ulink.louisville.edu, log in, click Faculty/Staff tab, select Benefits Summary and change the
date to read 1/1/09. Verify the elected plan and covered dependents taking care to change the date to 1/1/09. Report errors
through Benefits Help Service located at http://www.louisville.edu/hr/help by 10 a.m., Dec. 9. Human Resources will send you a
correction form by e-mail. Complete and return it to Human Resources by the date/time specified on your form. 2009 rates are at
http://www.louisville.edu/hr/benefits/health/rates.html. Contact cmoffice@gwise.louisville.edu with questions.
Dec. 9
Weigh to Go: location clarification to Monday's announcement
The Get Healthy Now Weigh to Go program at Health Sciences Center will be in Room 2023, K Building. The 12-week class starts
Jan. 15 at noon. Information on it and the Belknap class is at
http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/weightogo.html
Dec. 17
Move closer to your ideal life in 2009
Take control of your life and learn practical stress solutions in this four-week workshop from Get Healthy Now. Learn proven stress
management techniques: visualization, deep breathing, biofeedback and life balance. Leave this workshop with techniques to
balance your life and increase your productivity. Facilitator Paula Kommor is trained by the Harvard Mind/Body Medical Institute.
Starting Jan. 14, the workshop will meet in Room 113, College of Education and Human Development, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m.
Sign up via http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/classes/stressmanage for fun and practical stress management.
(Submitted By: Erin Franklin, Human Resources)
Dec. 19
Running Club
Get Healthy Now is proud to partner with the UofL Alumni Association to present a training program to help you get in shape for the
2009 Triple Crown of Running and Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon and Marathon, etc. We will primarily follow the Jewish
Sports Medicine Healthy Lifestyle Training Program. Our first run/walk together will take place Monday, Jan. 5, 5:30 p.m., at
Crawford Gym, LL Room 17. For more information, visit <http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/activitygroups%20>
(Submitted By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Watch for health, dental and vision benefit ID cards
You will only receive new ID cards for dental or vision if you made a change to your plan during open enrollment or if you signed up
as a new enrollee during open enrollment. If you have a PCA plan through Humana, please keep the card you had in 2008. It will
be valid in 2009. If you have EPO or PPO through Humana, you will receive a new card. If you have a health flexible spending
account in 2008 and you signed up again for 2009, please keep the Benny card you used in 2008. You will use this card in 2009. If
you signed up for a new health flexible spending account for 2009, you will receive a new card. You should receive cards prior to
Jan. 1. (Submitted By: Betsy Waters, Human Resources)
Dec. 22
UofL employees can use YMCA for workouts during break
While Get Healthy Now facilities are closed between Dec. 26 and Jan. 4, the YMCA of Greater Louisville invites all UofL employees to
work out for free. To take advantage of this opportunity, you must present a current UofL employee I.D. Should your spouse,
immediate family member or out-of-town guest join you, there is a $5 per person per day fee with picture I.D. Locate a YMCA near
you at http://www.ymcalouisville.org/. (Submitted by Patricia Benson, Get Healthy Now)
Running Club
Get Healthy Now is proud to partner with the UofL Alumni Association to present a training program to help you get in shape for the
2009 Triple Crown of Running and Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon and Marathon, etc. We will primarily follow the Jewish
Sports Medicine Healthy Lifestyle Training Program. Our first run/walk together will take place Monday, Jan. 5, 5:30 p.m., at
Crawford Gym, LL Room 17. For more information, visit http://louisville.edu/hr/gethealthynow/campus/activitygroups (Submitted
By: Farrah Spellman, Get Healthy Now)
Collaboration / Support
February
Fourth annual Minority Health Fair
Take charge of your health in 2008. Don't hesitate! MAPS and BSNA are co-hosting a health fair Thursday, Feb. 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
in the Student Activities Center Multipurpose Room. Free food, health screenings, health exhibitors and exercise demonstrations.
The entire campus community is invited! (Submitted By: Tonia Thomas, School of Medicine/Minority & Rural Affairs)