July 2025 Wellness Newsletter

Faculty & Staff Wellness Updates

July is Safety Month

Safety is a foundation of wellness. When we feel physically and psychologically safe, we're better able to focus, connect and thrive. Join us this month as we explore safety with sessions like:

Webinar - Safety in Portage Parks
July 24, 1-2 p.m.

Webinar - Campus Safety
July 28, 11 a.m. - noon

 

Summer Sun Safety

Sun safety is always in season. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter the weather. Click the link below for tips from sunscreen to sunglasses.
Click here to learn more!

 

Summer Travel Safety

For many of us, summer is the time to take a break and get away from it all. Get prepared before you leave, think about where you will be staying — a vacation rental, a hotel — and follow these steps from the American Red Cross to help you stay safe during your trip. Additionally, be sure to download the Red Cross Emergency App for weather alerts, safety tips and shelter locations. Learn all the ways to be prepared so that you can simply relax!

Click here to learn more!

 

Akron Marathon Race Series

Kent State is participating in the 2025 Akron Marathon Race Series Corporate Challenge! Whether you're an avid runner or looking to volunteer at a race event, there is a place for you. 
Click here to learn more!

 

More Upcoming Wellness Events

July 7
Mindful Monday with Daron
Join Mindfulness Coach Daron Larson for a short mindfulness meditation exercise at the beginning of each month.

July 14 - Aug. 10
Living Well Challenge
A 28-day campaign designed to support successful and sustainable lifestyle changes that promote health,
happiness, and wellbeing.

July 15
Webinar - Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
Explore common dementia behavior changes and learn about how they are a form of communication.

July 16
Webinar - Be a Smart Patient
Who is the primary person responsible for your health? You are. Learn best practices so that you can get the most out of your healthcare.

July 16
CAPTRUST Webinar - The Annuity Product for You
This webinar explores different types of annuities, including fixed, variable, and indexed annuities.

July 25
TIAA Webinar - Steps to Help Secure your Income in Retirement
A check-in at this stage of your career can help you take action now to set yourself up for greater financial security later.

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For questions related to wellness offerings for Kent State faculty and staff, please contact the Employee Wellness office at 330-672-8348 or wellness@kent.edu.

Sincerely,
Madison Massey
Coordinator, Employee Wellness
Division of People, Culture and Belonging

POSTED: Thursday, July 3, 2025 10:20 AM
Updated: Wednesday, October 1, 2025 10:34 AM