UpDate - Vol. 14, No. 17, Page 3
January 19, 1995
Lunch and learn programs scheduled for employees

     The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program offers "Lunch and Learn"
programs twice a month to University employees, designed to assist
individuals in maintaining a healthy lifestyle physically, mentally
and emotionally.
     All of the free workshops are held from noon-1 p.m. in the
Perkins Student Center. Participants are encouraged to bring a brown
bag lunch. Beverages will be provided.
     Registration is required. For information or to register, call
Darlene Sharp at 831-8308.
     Upcoming programs include:


MONEY HELP
     By attending "Go From Money Mystery To Money Mastery,"
participants will learn how to let go of financial fears, control cash
flow, develop a spending plan based on clear goals and maintain
financial health. Maria Pippidis, New Castle County Cooperative
Extension economist at the University, will facilitate the program on
Wednesday, Jan. 25, in the Kirkwood Room. Registration deadline is
Jan. 23.


EATING TIPS
     "Eating Smart" will help participants take control of their
health by eating fresh fruits and vegetables and learning to cook
smart to prevent many forms of cancer. A volunteer from the American
Cancer Society will present the session on Wednesday, Feb. 8, in the
Collins Room. Registration deadline is Feb. 6.


SHOPPING GUIDES
     "Shopping Healthy" is another factor in maintaining a healthy
lifestyle. Marianne Carter, nutrition and dietetics, will educate
participants on how to shop healthy and be an educated consumer at a
session on Wednesday, Feb. 22, in the Collins Room.
     Registration deadline is Feb. 20.


PARENTING SESSION
     "Stepparenting" explores the world of blended families.
Participants will confront myths and realities of step families, and
helpful suggestions will be discussed. Yvonne Nass, parent education
coordinator, Child Inc. will be the speaker on Wednesday, March 8, in
the Kirkwood Room.
     Registration deadline: March 6.


STRESS MANAGEMENT
     Learn how to relieve stress and revitalize your spirit in a
"Stress Management" program to be presented by Charles Beale,
associate director of the Center for Counseling and Student
Development. He will show how attendees how to identify "stressors"
and offer techniques on how to manage stress. This session is
scheduled on Wednesday, March 22, in the Kirkwood Room. The
registration deadline is March 20.


SCHEDULING HELP
     "Balancing Act" is a two-part program to help alleviate some of
the pressures associated with the competitive demands of balancing
work and personal life to be presented by Donna Tuites, coordinator,
Office of Women's Affairs.
     The first session, on Wednesday, April 12, in the Kirkwood Room,
will focus on identifying personal priorities and clarifying values.
     The second session, on Wednesday, April 26, also in the Kirkwood
Room, will provide information on achieving those priorities by using
new coping responses, saying "no" and developing support systems.
     Registration deadlines for these two courses are April 10 for the
first session and April 24 for the second session.


VACATION TIPS
     Learn to ask the right questions to get the best value for your
money and avoid the pitfalls of bargain vacations in "Vacation
Planning." Donna Friswell of Charlie B/US Travel, will be the speaker
on Wednesday, May 10, in the Kirkwood Room. The registration deadline
is May 5.


STEPPING OUT
     Take a break, reduce stress and have fun learning "Line Dancing."
Bob Neeves, physical education, will instruct the class on Wednesday,
May 24, in the Kirkwood Room. Registration deadline is May 22.