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Healthier U

Health and wellness is a life-long journey. Healthier U programs and services allow you the flexibility to choose your own way to wellness, focusing on the goals that are most important to you. We are committed to supporting an environment that helps you be your best. Please contact us at HealthierU@uwf.edu. Healthier U activities are part of Human Resources Professional Development. Employees are encouraged to attend with appropriate supervisory approval.


Pumpkin Patch Pursuit Step Challenge is Back!

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Pumpkin Pursuit Step Challenge!

HealthierU! is excited to present the Pumpkin Patch Pursuit Step Challenge from Oct 5-Nov 1.

Teams of up to 10 members will track their daily steps across the month, working together to “grow” their pumpkin patches. The number of steps will be averaged for the team each week.

Interested in participating but don’t have a team yet? No problem! We’d be happy to help connect you with a team. Just email us at healthierU@uwf.edu, and we’ll help you find a team so you can join the challenge!

Let’s see who all can get to the Golden Pumpkins . Incentives will be available, but the real reward is your improved health and having fun with your teammates! 

Have one person register your team at: Pumpkin Patch Pursuit Step Challenge

Contact HealthierU@uwf.edu for more information


Trailwalk Tuesdays!

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Trailwalk Tue!

Please join Healthier U for Trailwalk Tuesdays from 12 noon - 1pm.!

Experience our beautiful campus as we revisit familiar favorite routes and explore new trails.  Grab your coworkers and take a break from your office.

We will meet at the Edward Ball Trail sign behind Building 10. If it is raining, meet in the lobby of Building 72.

Fall 2026 dates:

Sep 8, 15, 22, 29 

Oct 6, 13, 20, 27

Nov 3, 10

Dec 1, 8, 15

Register on the Professional Development Learning Library  https://uwfes.pageuppeople.com/learning/351/timeslot/1733 .

Contact HealthierU@uwf.edu for more information.

Wellness Your Way

Join us for the upcoming events! Register at the Calendar & Registration !

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Healthier U! Workshops
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Healthier U is committed to increasing opportunities for faculty and staff to learn how to make healthier choices.  Join us for Wellness Wednesday Workshops and Movement Challenges to get a jumpstart on a healthy lifestyle and earn great incentive items! 

Calendar & Registration for Healthier U! Workshops

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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EAP offers monthly webinars on a variety of topics such as communication, stress management, coping skills, parenting, relationships, healthy living and more. Username: UWF and Password: UWF.

Upcoming Webinars

UWF Recreation
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UWF's Recreation now has Face-to-Face and Virtual experiences at your fingertips. Checkout their group fitness, personal training, the climbing wall, and many other opportunities. Make a reservation today! Don't forget to download the RECWELL app on your android/Iphone phone.

UWF Recreation


As a participant of Healthier U, you have the opportunity to earn several different types of incentive items!

Levels of Incentive Items

Level 1

Completion of 1st workshop

Level 2

Completion of 5 workshops

Level 3

Completion of 10 workshops

Water Bottle Drawstring Backpack Exercise Mat w/Case
Microfiber Pouch Resistance Band Sport Duffle Bag
Lanyard T-shirts Travel Blanket
Cooling towel Lunch bowl with Utensils Beach Towel
Therm-O Snack Tote Bag 6-Can Cooler Bag -
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Upon completion of the required courses for each level, employees must complete and submit a verification form to Human Resources to receive their incentive and certificate.

Verification of Professional Development Completion Form