Follow President Fenves on Social Media
President Fenves uses social media to share important messages and highlight the incredible work of members of the Emory community. All faculty and staff are invited to follow President Fenves on Twitter and Instagram:

• https://twitter.com/gregfenves
• https://www.instagram.com/gregfenves/

Emory Retirement Plan Class-Action Lawsuit Settled – Some Employees Will Receive Deposits to Their 403(b) Account
Emory recently settled a class-action lawsuit involving allegations about the management of the Emory University Retirement Plan and Emory Healthcare, Inc. Retirement Savings and Matching Plan (the 403(b) Plans). Emory agreed to settle the claims that remained rather than continue with an expensive trial and appeal process. The settlement put an end to the lawsuit and provides some financial benefits to 403(b) Plan participants.

Update: If you are entitled to a share of the settlement proceeds, you will receive notification from your retirement vendor(s): TIAA, Fidelity Investments, and/or Vanguard sometime in April or May.

The Faculty Staff Assistance Program Announces Upcoming Programs

Parents Supporting Teen Wellbeing: Cultivating Healthy Coping Strategies for Pandemic Fatigue: Has your teen’s coping declined over the past year?  Whose hasn’t? Pandemic life is lasting much longer than anyone anticipated, and fatigue has set in for both adults and children. This virtual workshop will offer tangible strategies to support your teen’s ability to handle chronic stress, practice resilience and enhance overall wellbeing.  Facilitator by Dr. Mellonie Mullins, LMFT, FSAP Clinician.

• Wednesday, May 12: 11:30am – 12:30pm; Register
• Thursday, May 20: 1:30pm -2:30pm; Register
  

Mindfulness Practice:  Every Tuesday at Noon – Practicing Mindfulness can help reduce stress, anxiety, loneliness and depression, and enhance clarity, patience, sleep and overall health.  Learn more and see login link.

Anxiety Toolbox:  A 3-session seminar to help you cope with the day-to-day experience of anxiety that seems overwhelming at times.  Learn more.

• Series 2:  Wednesdays, May 19, May 26, and June 2, (1:00pm – 1:50pm). Register.
  

Weekly Refresh: Wednesdays, from4:30-4:45 pm–Join FSAP for a 15-minute virtual meditation and resilience tip for the day @ https://zoom.us/j/271917067.

Single Mingle:  Thursday, May 27, 4:00pm -5:00pm - Join us virtually to meet other single colleagues or reconnect with previous participants. The focus this month is “flying solo.”  You’ll have opportunities to discuss comforts and discomforts of solo dining, traveling, hiking, etc., and to share suggestions for embracing ways to more “okay” with solo.  Register in advance.

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 and 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:

• May 5: Three Strategies for Eating Less Fat & Fewer Calories
• May 19:  Dairy Alternatives

Emory WorkLife Announces Upcoming Webinars

• New Pandemic Family Webinar Series from Bright Horizons. Working from home, staying in place, socializing online, learning remotely, and creating pods — the way families live, work, and learn looks a bit different these days. Join our family webinar series to hear from parents who will share personal insights about working and parenting young children during the pandemic. Available On Demand. Register here for live webinars or register to watch on demand. Contact worklife@emory.edu
  
  
• Enhancing Your Child’s Self-Esteem. Learn to recognize indicators of high self-esteem and how to enhance a child’s self-esteem. The seminar will explain that a child who feels good about him or herself feels capable, confident, and self-assured. You’ll also learn specific methods to enhance your child’s self-esteem, from setting limits to promoting self-discipline. Offered by WorkPlace Options, June 11, 2021 12pm-1pm. Register here. Contact: worklife@emory.edu
  
  
• Strategies to Reduce Working-Parent Stress and Guilt. Chasing the elusive work/life balance has always been a challenge for working parents. The COVID-19 pandemic has left parents scrambling to juggle school and child care responsibilities in an ever-changing landscape. In this live workshop, you will learn strategies for letting go of working-parent guilt, approaches on alleviating stress, and how to maximize time with your child. May 18, 2021, 3:00 p.m. ET, Register Here. Contact worklife@emory.edu

Goizueta MBA Programs - Emory University Employee Information Session
During the Virtual Employee Information Session for Working Professionals, we will share information about your opportunities within the Executive MBA and Evening MBA programs, both designed with flexible schedules for working professionals. You will hear from admissions personnel and a panel of Executive and Evening MBA students/alumni who are also your Emory colleagues! As an Emory employee, your benefits can help you earn a top-ranked MBA while continuing to advance your career. Take advantage of them! Wednesday, May 12th, 8:30 – 9:30AM. RSVP.

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.

Stay Healthy with Savings from Sparkfly Perks! 
May is Health Awareness Month, and Sparkfly Perks is here to bring you savings on everything you need to accomplish your goals!  With discounts for physical, financial and emotional health, we have just what the Doctor ordered. Wherever your health and wellness goals take you this year,  you can find these offers and more when visiting your dedicated Sparkfly Perks discount website, log in and click on the Health and Wellness Category today!