Winter Recess 2020
Emory University closes most academic and administrative offices for Winter Recess, the three days between the Christmas and New Year holidays. The intent of Winter Recess is to provide a time for many faculty and staff to relax and refresh at the end of the year, in recognition of their hard work, dedication and commitment. For 2020, the Winter Recess days are Dec. 28, 29 and 30. These three Winter Recess days are not holidays but are provided in addition to the scheduled University holidays of Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve Observed), 25 (Christmas Day Observed), 31 (New Year’s Eve Observed), 2020, and Jan. 1, (New Year’s Day), 2021.  Learn more.

New Flu Vaccine Requirement for Emory University
Emory University is now requiring that all students, faculty and staff who will be on campus for the spring semester get a flu vaccine no later than December 15, 2020. Learn more.

Get Your 2020 Tax Forms Online: Sign Up By Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Don’t wait for your tax forms to arrive in the mail -- sign up now to receive them online! In order to receive your tax forms online, you must log on to Self-Service and consent to receive them electronically NO LATER THAN Tuesday, January 19, 2021. If you have previously consented to receive your tax forms online, you do not need to do it again. View instructions.

iCIMS Training Course
The HR Recruiting department is offering a training course on iCIMS, the University’s an applicant tracking system, used for hiring paid, regular or temporary faculty and staff. The iCIMS system is used to source candidates, post jobs, communicate with candidates, schedule interviews, make job offers, and pre-start all new faculty and staff. Training is offered on January 14, 2021 from 10 am to 12pm. Register in ELMS (course #200833-17684).

FY2021 Performance Management Forms Have Launched
On Friday, December 11, Emory University staff received an automated email from the PeopleSoft system that new Performance Management forms have been created for FY21. Performance Management is a year-round process. Rather than waiting until the end of the year to complete your performance evaluation forms (either for yourself or for your direct reports), you can write in these forms throughout the year at your convenience. This eliminates the need for notes, reviewing old emails and calendar events, or simply trying to remember! Learn more.

Supervisory Series Sessions Now Available Online
Learning and Organizational Development are now offering the Supervisory Series sessions that were offered virtually this Summer as online courses that can be taken at any time. The following sessions can be found in ELMS for enrollment at any time:

• Supervisory Series: 10 Tips for Managers Leading from Home - Online (201201)
  
  
• Supervisory Series: Coaching Tips for Effective One-on-One Meetings- Online (201203)
  
  
• Supervisory Series:  3 C’s for Effectively Leading a Remote Team – Online (201202)
  
  
• Supervisory Series: Managing Conflict with a Remote Team- Online (201207)
  
  
• Supervisory Series: Motivating Employees Without a Merit Increase - Online (201208)
  
  
• Supervisory Series:  Surviving Work-Life Through COVID – Online (201211)

Sleep Better! Feel Better!
Focus on your sleep and receive double Healthy Emory Connect points throughout the month. The Be in Bed challenge on Healthy Emory Connect is another way to earn points. All who obtain at least 7 hours of sleep for 10 out of 14 days (Dec 7 -20) will receive 1,000 points and a chance to win $15 in Pulse Cash. Registration is still open. You can also learn more about sleep in one of our upcoming webinars below:

• Mindfulness for Sleep on Tuesday, December 15 @ 11:30 a.m.
• Sleep Facts & Myths on Thursday, December 17 @ 12:30 p.m.

Intercultural Communication Workshops for Faculty and Staff
ISSS is excited to offer intercultural communication workshops for faculty and staff. Please register through ELMS. Zoom details will be sent to registrants.

Note: While not required, it is highly recommended that participants complete all courses in the Intercultural Communication Series (Part 1, 2 and 3).

Winter Walking on Wednesday
Winter Walking on Wednesday series starts January 20, 2021! Get movement and fresh air even during the cooler weather. We will have weekly themes to keep you engaged. Everyone who sends a picture of their walk on Wednesdays will receive 100 Healthy Emory Connect points weekly. "Attend" 5 of 6 walks and receive 1,000 points towards your Healthy Emory Connect account. Walks can take place anytime on Wednesdays at any location. Register here.

Emory Healthy Kitchen Collaborative
The Emory Healthy Kitchen Collaborative (EHKC) is a teaching kitchen program at Emory University that combines educational information with hands-on learning in nutrition, culinary arts, exercise, yoga, mindfulness and sleep. It will consist of 10 live virtual sessions (via Zoom) over a 10-week period, followed by additional support and access to health coaching for a total of 12 months. The pilot is open to Emory benefits-eligible employees and is also a clinical trial. Learn more and apply.

Ask the Registered Dietitian (RD)!
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.

December 16: Eating Healthy During the Holidays

Register HERE  *If you have already registered previously, you do not need to register again.

Diabetes Prevention Program
The Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) is a one-year, small group program that teaches you how to eat healthy, increase your physical activity and manage your stress in order to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. This national program was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Our spring 2021 groups will be starting soon and we will be offering information sessions in January 2021.  You can learn more and register for an information session by visiting our website here.  All groups will take place via Zoom.

Single Mingle Holiday Jingle: Thursday, Dec. 17
The Faculty Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) invites you to gather virtually with other single Emory employees who are celebrating winter holidays while living alone during a pandemic! Share some cheer, make new friends and know that although you may live by yourself, you are not alone. Thursday, December 17, 4:30 pm -5:30 pm. Register in advance to receive the Zoom meeting link.        

Making “Good Enough” Be Enough This Holiday Season: Friday, Dec. 18
Wondering how to make the most of your holiday break amid the stress of the pandemic?  Curious how peace and joy can coexist with grief, disappointment or worry?  Join us for a virtual panel conversation as we acknowledge 2020’s challenges and highlight strategies and resources for mental, physical and spiritual health during the holidays and winter break. This event is sponsored by the Emory University Senate, Faculty Council and Employee Council. Friday, December 18, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Register in advance to receive the Zoom meeting link.

Let the Gift Giving Begin with Sparkfly Perks!
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