It’s time to reduce the stigma surrounding suicide and encourage the pursuit of mental health assistance. Going to therapy should be as normalized as going to any other medical specialty – such as a cardiologist or dentist.
 
That is why the Office of Employee Assistance (OEA) aims to raise awareness of the risk for suicide. Now and during National Suicide Prevention Week (September 5 - September 11), we are promoting access to assessment, evaluation, and or treatment. If you or a household member is experiencing emotional difficulty, please contact the OEA to schedule a free and confidential consultation.
Additionally, the OEA offers a free, anonymous and confidential online screening program. Equipped with evidence-based information you will be empowered to take the next right step in finding treatment and achieving relief. If interested, click HERE to take one of the thirteen available assessments. The OEA is ready to help!

Questions? Contact the OEA at 305-348-2469.
Join the OEA for these upcoming support groups and meditation workshops. To save your virtual seat, follow the links below and register via Zoom:

Mindfulness in Togetherness (Meditation)

Welcome Your Emotions Support Group

Caring and Sharing (Support Group)

Questions? Contact the OEA at 305-348-2469.
Join us at Rec Fest for a fun and informative evening where you can find out what the Wellness Recreation Center has to offer!

Come ready for some friendly competition with engaging games such as giant Jenga, corn hole, basketball, giant checkers and much more!

Wednesday, August 25 | 4 - 7 p.m.
FIU's Wellness and Recreation Center
South Courts

Be sure to check it out!

Questions? Contact Hannah A. Dodds at 305-348-2575
"Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging for All” is a 7-module learning path available through LinkedIn Learning, which reviews the challenges and opportunities inherent in working in diverse organizations.

This transformative learning path covers current thinking and best practices on essential topics such as bias, cultural competence, communication, allyship, and accountability.

This is a great learning opportunity for faculty and staff looking to add diversity, equity, and inclusion related goals to their PEP. Visit the DEI Learning Path website to enroll!
 
Questions? Contact the DEI at 305-348-2575
Generations Ahead Scholarship is back! This scholarship is designed for dependents (son/daughter) of FIU’s benefits-eligible faculty and staff and for full time faculty and staff that are also enrolled full time. 

This opportunity is another way to demonstrate appreciation for our valued faculty and staff who support and serve our 56,000 students. As a result of your continued commitment to create positive experiences for our students, the Division of Human Resources is dedicated to creating positive experiences and opportunities for you.

Applications will be accepted starting Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Please keep an eye out for the official announcement.

Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
Save the date for these important upcoming events:

  • Women's Equality Day - Thursday, August 26 | 12:30 - 2 p.m.
  • Be In The Know - Prostate Cancer Awareness Support and Prevention - Wednesday, September 15 | 12 - 1 p.m.
  • National Women's Health and Fitness Day - Wednesday, September 29 | 12 - 1 p.m.

Stay tuned for more details coming soon!

Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
Act fast! Today is the final day to join Team FIU for the Mercedes-Benz Corporate Run. Show your Panther Pride and sign up NOW!

The 5K race will take place on Thursday, September 23, in Downtown Miami at Bayfront Park.

There is a $47 fee per team member to participate. Follow this link for more information and to register today!

Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, Miami-Dade County partners are coming together to host 2021 BreastfeedMIAMI to celebrate and build a
strong breastfeeding support network.

This is a community collaboration to educate, support, and promote the importance and benefits of breastfeeding.

For more information on upcoming events, visit The Consortium for a Healthier Miami-Dade page.

Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
KOFEtime at FIU is almost upon us! The new program will launch Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Keep your eye out for the official announcement. 

With the launch of the new portal you'll be able to speak with a financial coach (not a financial planner or adviser) to help you learn about your financial options. There will also be a free hotline just for FIU employees, live webinars and much more.

The first LIVE Webinar, Marriage and Money: Till Debt Do Us Part, will be Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Learn how to say “I do” to saving as a couple.
 
Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
Vaccination remains the most powerful tool to prevent the COVID-19 disease and stop community spread. We are counting on every Panther to do their part.

As we strive to keep our FIU family safe and healthy, we want to hear why you were motivated to get vaccinated.

Check out why Mariela V. Gabaroni, Associate Director Health Promotion Services in the Healthy Living Program, took the important step.

At FIU, we have vaccines available on campus for students, faculty, staff, retirees and eligible members of their households.Visit go.fiu.edu/vaccine or call 305-348-5100 to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine appointment.

Interested in sharing why you got vaccinated? Email pawswellness@fiu.edu for a chance to be featured in the next PAWS Newsletter.

Questions? Contact PAWS at 305-348-2530.
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