5 things you need to know this week

A weekly series designed to highlight events, benefits, perks, and items of interest for University of Miami faculty and staff.

Explore strategies to prevent burnout. 
Tuesday, Dec. 6, at noon and 4 p.m.
Hosted by the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, this webinar will explore workplace burnout. Participants will learn about the early predictors and manifestations of stress, early warning signs of high stress, and review strategies to prevent burnout.
Tuesday, Dec. 6, at noon. Register.
Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m. Register.

Snag a discount on University swag with your CaneID.
Thursday, Dec. 8 and Friday, Dec. 9.
The Coral Gables Campus Store at the Whitten University Center is offering faculty and staff members a 30 percent discount on clothing and gifts. ’Canes who shop during this two-day holiday sale will be entered to win a University gift basket. View the details

Learn about Florida beekeeping.
Friday, Dec. 9, at noon.
GreenU and the Office of Sustainability invites the ’Canes community to discover the world of beekeeping. Certified beekeeper Ray Santamaria will teach participants how to develop the apiary skill set to grow a colony of bees. Reserve your spot.

Develop your emotional intelligence in the workplace.
Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 9 a.m.
Emotional intelligence helps build effective relationships and create top performers on a team. The Talent and Organizational Development Department invites you to learn more about emotional intelligence and its role in the workplace. Register now.

Review Aetna pharmacy benefit changes. 
Effective Jan 1, 2023.
The University of Miami/Aetna medical plan has updated its pharmacy benefits. Members can access any Aetna in-network pharmacy, including the UM pharmacies and Walgreens. Review the changes.

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