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Get your free flu vaccination at clinics across campus

Thursday, September 24, 2026
The annual flu vaccination campaign for employees is underway. Getting vaccinated is quick, simple, and free — find out how to take part by checking this list of upcoming vaccination clinics on campus. Mark your calendars now.
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Seem too good to be true? Pause before you open that email

Scammers use urgency and familiar campus language to get you to click, so give yourself 10 seconds to pause and verify before taking action. Learn how to spot fake Microsoft 365 warnings, too-good-to-be-true job offers, and other phishing attempts.
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Stay healthy: What to know about cyclosporiasis

Monday, July 27, 2026
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness that can lead to diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue and has recently been in the news due to an outbreak across multiple states. Karen Brust, hospital epidemiologist at UI Health Care, shares information safe food handling processes that can help you stay healthy.
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How to prevent heat illness

Monday, July 13, 2026
Heat illness is a result of your body temperature rising to a dangerous level during hot weather. It normally occurs from staying in the heat for too long without taking adequate measures to cool down. University of Iowa Health Care experts offer this advice for preventing heat illness.
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Mother’s Day can have different meanings, depending on your stage in life

Friday, April 24, 2026
Sylvia Mikucki-Enyart, associate professor of communication studies at the University of Iowa, shares advice to help everyone walking past the Hallmark aisle navigate what can be a beautiful but emotional day.
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Accessible Iowa: Design choices that improve readability

Making small changes to text — such as using clear fonts, good contrast, and readable sizes — helps more people read and understand what you share. These steps matter because not everyone sees or processes text in the same way, so better design makes information accessible to everyone.
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Support others’ passion while preventing burnout

Thursday, March 26, 2026
Caring deeply about your work can fuel engagement but also put you at risk for burnout. Learn practical ways to support colleagues’ passions while reinforcing healthy boundaries, recognizing what motivates others, and creating a culture where people feel valued and able to sustain their well-being.
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Everyday AI and privacy: 3 scenarios you might face at work

Thursday, March 26, 2026
AI can make quick work of responding to an email or analyzing a spreadsheet, but it comes with the risk of exposing personal or restricted information, financial data, and more. Learn when to use university-supported AI and when it’s OK to use public AI.

Simple steps to keep your devices, data safe

Mobility is part of university life, but every time you log in from a hotel, coffee shop, or home network, you extend the university’s digital footprint beyond campus. That flexibility is powerful, but it is also a target for phishing and the compromise of personal devices. Learn simple actions you can take to protect your digital security.

New Campus Roots initiative celebrates sustainability

The UI’s Charter Committee on Sustainability is accepting nominations for its Campus Roots initiative, which recognizes and celebrates sustainable practices across campus. Teams of two or more people can submit their projects for consideration and those selected will have a tree planted in their honor. Submissions are due April 1.

Traveling for spring break? Your health care coverage goes with you

Travel with confidence knowing your health coverage goes with you. Download the Wellmark app for quick access to your benefits, coverage details, ID cards, in-network providers, and 24/7 telehealth options like Doctor on Demand. Learn more on the benefits webpage.
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Tips for staying grounded during times of change

Thursday, March 5, 2026
Change is a constant in higher education, and staying grounded supports both well-being and effectiveness. Focusing on hope — not as wishful thinking, but as a steady, intentional practice — can create clarity and forward momentum. Small, purposeful actions and strong connections help sustain energy, resilience, and confidence in what comes next.