Workplace wellness programs have spread rapidly in recent years, with good reason. Creating a healthy workplace is a win-win for both employees and employers. Research shows that keeping workers healthy helps (1) attract and retain good employees, (2) improve employee morale, (3) improve employee productivity, and (4) contain employee health care costs.

Because of the positive impact employee wellness has on workplace functioning, the Human Resources Series for Supervisors and Managers now includes a session on worksite wellness. This session, Contemporary Issues: Enhancing Productivity through Workplace Wellness Programs will be held Wednesday, June 13, from 9 a.m.-Noon at the Levis Faculty Center.

This session provides managers and supervisors with guidance on the benefits of creating a departmental culture of health, practical tips on how to support health and wellness in their units, and information about how the UI Wellness Center can assist in this process.

The Human Resources Series for Supervisors and Managers (HR Series) is a 14-part program focused on the basic information required to understand University Human Resources (HR) policies and guiding principles. Providing crucial information to create a positive workforce and productive work environment, this series of programs is vital to successful supervision and management.

The following employees are encouraged to attend:

    All unit HR Representatives
    All unit business managers
    All recently-promoted supervisors and managers
    New academic professionals
    New supervisors and team leaders
    All newly-hired supervisors
    Managers and administrators who need an understanding of University HR