Hello Mavericks!
Last month our campus introduced a new effort where our faculty and staff can focus on their mental wellness and personal needs by taking a Wellness Hour on the first Friday of each month.
I have heard some great stories about how members of our campus community were able to use this hour, including playing a game of charades with their colleagues, participating in a water aerobics class, picking up a new book to read, and drawing in a sketchbook.
I also understand that new ideas like these take time to fully take root. This is why I need your help to lead by example by taking advantage of this opportunity while also making sure you are working closely with your teams to ensure that they have the time, flexibility, and space to engage in something truly motivational.
No two teams on our campus are the same, and each team will have different needs to ensure we can still serve our students on these days; however, I want to make sure that there is time available for each person, regardless of their role or responsibilities. I truly believe we all need time to step away from our work in order to do our best work.
The next First Friday for Wellness will take place in two weeks on Friday, March 4. I encourage you to use these next two weeks to talk with your team and find a schedule that allows you and others to get inspired, get creative, and get curious about the world.
Thank you so much for all that you do and for being supportive of the staff and faculty that make UNO such an amazing campus.
