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During a global pandemic, UNM psychology professor Bruce Smith published a free positivity workbook as a way to support individuals through tough times. Now, the workbook has become a springboard for a popular Benefits & Employee Wellness course taught...

Open Enrollment (OE) is your annual opportunity to enroll in or make changes to your UNM medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance plans. OE is also your opportunity to enroll or re-enroll in a...

Do you feel additional anxiety to your life this time of year in the wake of post-holiday stress? Having a routine can help create focus and a positive outlook, especially in the new year, giving us a sense of control and helping turn a new leaf on an...

While vaccines are our most powerful tool against COVID-19, masks remain an important form of protection from airborne diseases so wearing a good quality mask is critical. To further protect students, staff, and faculty in UNM learning and research...

The University of New Mexico Benefits & Employee Wellness has several opportunities for the Lobo community to start the year on healthy foot.  UNM employees are invited to join the New Mexico Weight Loss Jackpot Challenge or sign up for the LifeSteps...

When the calendar turns over to January, many of us start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. Resolutions can be a great way to jumpstart some positive personal changes. But at the same time, it’s easy to make overly ambitious goals, which will only...

The University of New Mexico has updated its COVID Administrative Vaccine Mandate and will now require a booster shot requirement as part of its mandate. The requirement applies to all current employees and students to receive a booster dose of the...

Not feeling well? UNM encourages you to please stay at home. Symptoms aren’t always from the flu or COVID-19, but with cases on the rise in New Mexico, it’s important we are careful when feeling any symptoms that could potentially put others at...

As we head into the winter months, walking and running are the easiest of the outdoor exercises to keep up as they don’t really require much in the way of extra gear or certain conditions. As long as it’s not too cold, you can pretty much put on your...

It's important to eat sufficient protein as we age – research shows that optimal protein intake can improve physical function, prevent sarcopenia and the loss of muscle, help maintain bone mass, and assist with hunger and weight control. The recommended...