Wellness and Work-Life Blog

It was a beautiful, sunny day in October as 440 UA faculty and staff members ventured to the quad to participate in the 10th annual Quad in Motion event. Quad in Motion is all about encouraging and facilitating physical activity during the workday. Sitting and working for eight hours a day, 5 days a week…

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background.  My name is Rob Alley. I am a musician, improvisor, and educator. (I play the trumpet.) I’ve been playing music for over 40 years now. Through the course of recovering from some traumatic events, I fell in love with improvisation and mindfulness practice and started…

Explore how to improve your well-being through nutritious meals inspired by Mediterranean traditions. This class offers practical guidance for making healthier food choices that support lasting vitality.

We recently hosted a wellness webinar about health and aging called Your Health After 40. As we get older, health screenings, regular check-ups, nutrition, and physical activity become increasingly important. Reducing inflammation, which heavily contributes to aging, is also a good practice for those who are approaching or over 40 years old. Be sure to incorporate…

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Craig Waite. I am a Regional Admissions Advisor for The University of Alabama. I live in Michigan with my wife and three kids. I’ve worked for UA for the last ten years covering Michigan, Minnesota, and Northwest Ohio. Describe the starting point…

We recently hosted a wellness webinar about creating quick, healthy meals called Effortless Eats: Mastering a Healthier Meal. Grocery shopping, meal prepping, and healthy eating can be time consuming, confusing, and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Getting organized, understanding the building blocks of any healthy meal, and utilizing quick and easy recipes can help…

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. My name is Clay Davis, and I’ve been working at UA for over 20 years. My wife and I love playing and walking with our dogs. They keep us on a schedule and keep us moving. Describe the starting point of your journey and the…

We recently hosted a wellness webinar all about the ins and outs of GLP-1 medications called GLP-1 Medications: Understanding Benefits and Risks. GLP-1 medications are gaining popularity in managing diabetes and obesity. With any trend, it’s important to consider the advantages and drawbacks so you can make well-informed decisions for your health. Before jumping on…

We are celebrating and recognizing the kindness that happens around us at UA! Check out all the Kindness Champions from September 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…

Learn to create nutritious meals with ease. This webinar offers simple strategies, tips, and recipes to make healthy eating an effortless part of your daily routine.

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Mr. Dennis Harris, and I am one of the dedicated Program Managers at The University of Alabama ACCESS Virtual Learning Support Center. With over 25 years of experience in the educational field, I have had the privilege…

We recently hosted a wellness webinar all about healthy habits called Create Good Habits that Last. With all your daily demands at work and at home, the more efficient you are with your time, the more you’ll get done and the more accomplished you’ll feel. Plus, creating good habits will help you have more time…

Program dates: September 9 – October 13 Finding balance and prioritizing your health can be tough with a busy schedule. That’s where the Strive for Five program comes in. We’re here to help the employees embrace wellness practices that are both manageable and enjoyable. Whether you’re a wellness enthusiast or just starting to build healthier…

Briefly introduce yourself and share a bit about your background. I am married with 3 adult children and one 18 month old grandson. I’ve been with the UA Payroll Department in Human Resources for 6 years. What were some challenges or obstacles you encountered during your wellness journey?  I finally came to the conclusion that…