Wellness and Work-Life Blog


What We Don’t Hear About Aging

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At our recent wellness webinar, Caring for Aging Populations and Their Caregivers, we discussed mental and physical considerations to help you age well. Aging is inevitable and can be especially challenging when others – your parents or other elders – also lean on you for support. Good news is everyone goes through the aging process,…


Consistency is key!

Introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.Scooter Brown is a Motorist Assistant Technician. He helps drivers with things like inflating tires, giving gas, or other roadside help. His job keeps him moving, which is important to him because he cares about staying healthy. Describe the starting point of your journey and the factors…


July Kindness Champions

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We are celebrating and recognizing the kindness that happens around us at UA! Check out the July Kindness Champions below. Give a shoutout to a colleague or UA community member who radiates kindness, performed a particularly kind act, or helped you when you needed. Each Kindness Champion receives a card with the note from the…


“My wellness journey started after attending my first WellBAMA Screening” – Chelsea R.

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Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  I am the Director for First Year Experience at The University of Alabama where my career focuses on transition programming for first-year college students through leadership development, community building, and discovering passion areas. I have worked for FYE for the past 8 years in various…


Your Summer Fun Routine

Cute orange cat wearing sunglasses. The cat is relaxing in a pool ring, floating in a swimming cool with mild blue water, in a hot summer day.

For Healthy Skin We recently hosted a wellness webinar all about protecting your skin in the summer called Saving Your Skin from the Sun. Summer should be all about having fun, being outside, adventures with family and friends, and living your best life! The only thing that can ruin the fun is a nasty sunburn.…


“It is time to make a commitment to our health” – Rohan S.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.   Dr. Rohan Sood is an Associate Professor of Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics in the College of Engineering. He leads the Astrodynamics and Space Research Laboratory at the University of Alabama. He was born in the Himalayas and continues to pursue his dream of space exploration and…


4 Ways to Healthy Rehydration this Summer

We recently hosted a wellness webinar all about the importance of hydration called Don’t Wait, Hydrate. Hydration is key for total wellness all year round, but even more so in the summer. When it’s hot outside, drinking regular water can only keep you hydrated for so long. Your body also needs electrolytes to rehydrate by…


June Kindness Champions

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We are celebrating and recognizing the kindness that happens around us at UA! See the June Kindness Champions below. Give a shoutout to a colleague or UA community member who radiates kindness, performed a particularly kind act, or helped you when you needed. Each Kindness Champion receives a card with the note from the nominator,…


“Your body is your mobile home…” – Taylor Z.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  My name is Taylor Zingg and I’m an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Science, and work as the Co-Lead of Internal Communications with the non-profit organization, Moms Demand Action Alabama. In fall of 2022, I graduated with my doctorate in Health Promotion from…


“If I can improve me, I can make me all about you.” – Larry C.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  Hello, my name is Larry Canada, and I am an attorney with the Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program. I am also an Adjunct Faculty member here at the University of Alabama School of Law teaching trial advocacy. I have worked with the university since October of…


May Kindness Champions

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We love hearing about and recognizing the kindness that happens around us at UA! See the May Kindness Champions below. Give a shoutout to a colleague or UA community member who radiates kindness, performed a particularly kind act, or helped you when you needed. Each Kindness Champion receives a card with the note from the…


“Setting small obtainable goals is key!” – Wendy M.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  My name is Wendy Michalski.  I am an Accounting Specialist at the Law School and have been with the University of Alabama for 14 years.  I am a single mother of an amazing 16 year son who is my world.  Can you describe the starting…


“Keep yourself accountable in some way!” – Rachel G.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  Hi, my name is Rachel Goldsmith! I graduated from UA in 2024 and was blessed with the opportunity to transition into a full-time UA staff position right out of college. I am a Talent Acquisition Specialist in the Human Resource Department.  How has your wellness…


Alleviating Everyday Aches & Pains

Learn about common causes for everyday aches and pains, along with simple solutions for promoting pain-free living. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton. Also watch on the Wellness and Work-Life YouTube Channel.


April Kindness Champions

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We are celebrating and recognizing the kindness that happens around us at UA! Check out April’s Kindness Champions below. Give a shoutout to a colleague or UA community member who radiates kindness, performed a particularly kind act, or helped you when you needed. Each Kindness Champion receives a card with the note from the nominator,…


“When I feel better it makes me more productive at work” -Melanie H.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.   I have worked in some aspect of the health care field most of my adult life and have been employed in administration at University Medical Center for slightly over 6 years.  I live in Northport, am happily married to Jeff Harrell and we have two…


Clean Living Lifestyle

Learn the 5 benefits of clean living while reaching your goals of a healthy lifestyle and protecting the planet. You will also explore how to “ditch and switch” for cleaner, safer household and personal products. Taught by certified health and life coach Dr. Abby Horton. Also watch on the Wellness and Work-Life YouTube Channel.