Return to Campus for Fall Semester
As we prepare for a return to campus for fall semester 2021, Human Resources will be posting resources and information to assist with the transition. Visit the Return to Campus Resources webpage for FAQs about the fall return. As more information becomes available, we will continue to keep this site updated. 

COVID-19 Vaccine – Vaccinated Outside of Emory?
If you received your COVID-19 vaccine at a location outside of Emory, you can upload documentation of your vaccine to the Emory H.O.M.E. portal. This will not only help Emory keep track of how many people in our community have been vaccinated on our campus, but will also stop the vaccine reminder emails that are being sent to you. Here are the steps:

1. Log into PeopleSoft/Employee Self-Service
2. Click on “Workplace Health” (you will be prompted to log in again)
3. Click the “EMORY H.O.M.E. PORTAL” button
4. Select the “Vaccine Consents/Questionnaires” tab (left hand menu)
5. Find the box labeled “COVID-19 Vaccine Outside Documentation”
6. Click the box to verify your vaccination status outside of Emory Healthcare. If you received both doses outside of Emory Healthcare, please fill out both Dose 1 and Dose 2 forms.

For more information about COVID-19 vaccines at Emory, visit: https://www.emory.edu/forward/covid-19/vaccine.html.

Healthy Emory Announces Survey Results
In January, Healthy Emory surveyed employees of Emory University and Emory Healthcare to get feedback on the quality of Emory’s health & wellbeing programs, access to resources, barriers to participation, and the overall culture of wellbeing at Emory. 4,055 employees responded to the survey. Here is a snapshot of the results:

• 76% agreed that Emory cares about their health and wellbeing.

• 55% rated Healthy Emory programs as good, very good or excellent.

• 49% found Healthy Emory programs helpful to their health improvement efforts.

• The top barrier for participating in wellness programs was “time” (46%).

• When asked which areas were most important for new or expanded programs, survey respondents chose “weight management” and “stress management” as their top two.

Thanks to all who participated in this survey! The Health and Wellness team will use the survey data, as well as other employee feedback, to plan Healthy Emory’s programming for 2021- 2022. Full survey results can be viewed here.

2021 Incentive Reminder – Take a Health Assessment and Earn $50!      
Complete a short health questionnaire on Healthy Emory Connect and get instant feedback on your health status. Earn a quick & easy $50 Emory medical plan incentive! Many incentives are earned through Healthy Emory Connect, Emory's health & well-being web platform and mobile app. The platform is open to benefits-eligible employees and pre-65 retirees (retirees under age 65) with Emory medical plan coverage. Learn about other 2021 Emory medical plan incentives.

Ask the Registered Dietitian
During this time of change and adaptation, many of us have struggled with maintaining healthy eating habits.  Join this group discussion that will focus on a different nutrition topic each week to learn some tips for nutrition success!  Occurs alternating Wednesdays at 10am via Zoom. Duration: 30 minutes. Register here. Upcoming sessions:

• April 21:  Building a Healthy Salad
• May 5: Three Strategies for Eating Less Fat & Fewer Calories
• May 19:  Dairy Alternatives

FSAP Hosts Programs to Help with Stress
The Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) announces two new virtual programs to assist employees with issues related to stress:

• Mindfulness Practice: As we face ongoing challenges and transition, Mindfulness Practice can help reduce stress, anxiety, loneliness and depression, and enhance clarity, patience, sleep and overall health. Learn how to get started. Tuesdays at Noon. Learn more and register.

• Anxiety Toolbox: a fast-paced, three-session seminar specifically designed to help you cope with the day-to-day experience of anxiety that seems overwhelming at times. Learn more and register.
  NOTE: Series 1 is full, but there are spots left in Series 2.

FSAP is also planning to launch more programs to help with stress for the future. Stay tuned.

Single Mingle: Thursday, April 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The future is getting brighter, yet physical/social distancing and remote work continue to be difficult for many employees who are single. Join us virtually to meet other single colleagues or reconnect with previous participants.  The focus this month is about the importance of taking time off, whether vacation or staycation. You’ll have opportunities to share suggestions for great places to vacation (even if just a day trip) and creative ideas for staycation. Register in advance.

Weekly Refresh
Join FSAP every Wednesday at 4:30pm for a 15-minute virtual meditation or resilience tip for the day. Access @ https://zoom.us/j/271917067.

Recruiting Offering Training on iCIMS
HR Recruiting is hosting a training course on using the iCIMS system for staff hiring. The course will provide attendees with an in-depth understanding of the iCIMS recruiting system and the staff hiring process. April 30, 2021 from 2:30 to 4:00.  Register in ELMS, course 200833-18080. 

Summer Camp and Learning Programs Spotlight
Discover the many different summer camp and learning activities that are available for school-aged children in the metro-Atlanta area. The 2021 summer camp guide highlights some of the local summer camp and learning programs from Emory's 2021 Summer Camp and Learning Expo that was held last week. View Summer Camp Spotlight.

Emory’s Pre-College Program Open For Applications
Did you know your teen and college-age dependent can study at Emory this summer? Emory College of Arts and Science offers both credit and noncredit courses all taught by Emory faculty.

• Pre-College is open to current high school sophomores and juniors to get a taste of college life. To learn more about the 2021 online program and to apply, visit www.precollege.emory.edu.
  
• Summer school offers two six-week sessions for credit courses. To learn more about transient study, course offerings and how to apply as a non-degree seeking transient student, visit www.summerprograms.emory.edu.

Applications close June 1st for noncredit courses. Financial aid is available.