wellness

The 2026 Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday begins Monday, July 20 and runs through Thursday, August 20, giving families an opportunity to save on qualifying school supplies and other eligible items. Whether you’re stocking up on notebooks, backpacks, pens, pencils, or other classroom essentials, this tax holiday can help stretch your back-to-school budget a little…

August 14 is National Financial Awareness Day – a reminder of the importance of understanding and improving your financial health. While the official day is just once a year, financial wellness matters all the time! This August, take charge of your financial future by exploring the Florida Retirement System’s (FRS) on-demand financial wellness webinars. Available…

Unlock your potential by developing a growth mindset – the belief that skills, abilities, and intelligence can be strengthened through effort, learning, and persistence. In this interactive course, you’ll discover how to recognize fixed mindset habits, build resilience, embrace challenges as opportunities, and develop strategies for continuous personal and professional growth. Gain practical tools to…

Modern life means living in challenging times, which makes it more important than ever to learn to cope with uncertainty, unpredictability, and stress. Making sound decisions can also be overwhelming, especially when it’s unknown what tomorrow will bring, let alone next week or next month. This webinar explores techniques to help relieve stress so participants…

Caring for an aging loved one can be rewarding, but also emotionally overwhelming. Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Health Advocate, all UCF employees (excluding OPS students) have access to Eldercare Services that can help ease the stress. Whether you need help finding long-term care resources, understanding Medicare, or navigating caregiver challenges, Health Advocate…

Looking for a meaningful way to connect with nature and your UCF community? The UCF Arboretum offers a peaceful retreat right on campus, with opportunities to explore diverse plant life, enjoy guided nature walks, volunteer in the community garden, or simply take a mindful break outdoors. Whether you’re looking to learn, relax, or engage with…

July is UV Safety Awareness Month. It’s summertime, and you’re probably ready to get outside and soak up the sun – but wait! Before you start catching rays by the pool or taking part in other outdoor activities, make sure you know how to protect yourself from harmful UV light. For tips on integrating sun…

Your financial wellbeing matters. Take control of your financial future with our upcoming expert-led sessions focused on planning for retirement and estate planning. Don’t miss out – sign up today to secure your spot! July 28 @ 10am: Taking Control of Your Finances July 28 @ 1pm: Investment Planning

If you are enrolled in life insurance through the State of Florida Group Insurance Program, you have access to valuable MetLife Advantages benefits at no additional cost. These resources can help you plan for the future, navigate life transitions, and support your loved ones when they need it most. Available benefits include: Estate planning services,…

An Individual Development Plan (IDP) is a powerful tool for career growth and performance success. In this interactive session, participants will explore best practices for creating meaningful IDPs that align with personal strengths, career aspirations, and organizational goals. Using insights from leading performance management frameworks, attendees will learn how to set SMART goals, identify skill…