A Special Thank You from the Lakehead Social Committee

Hello Lakehead colleagues,

As an initiative within the Wellness Strategy, A Gathering for Faculty and Staff: An Afternoon of Wellness was organized and run by the Lakehead University Social Committee to help us refocus after a long winter and the many stresses of the past few months.

This employee gathering was made possible thanks to the generous support of our donors and sponsors. Please join us in thanking the following groups or individuals for their contributions and unwavering support:

  • Lakehead University Senior Management and Administration
  • Kathy Pozihun, Vice-President, Administration & Finance
  • Roshni Antony, Associate Vice-President, Human Resources
  • Andrea Tarsitano, Vice-Provost (Student) & Registrar
  • Food & Conference Services
  • Aramark
  • Marketing and Communications
  • TSC and Multimedia
  • The Alumni Bookstore
  • The Printshop
  • The Lakehead University Social Committee

Thank you to those who brought a non-perishable food donation for the LUSU Food Resources Centre - your donations help to provide culturally-diverse, nutritional, and dietary accommodating foods to Lakehead University students experiencing food insecurity.

We would also like to thank those who showed interest in learning more about our social committee through the RSVP process. We will be reaching out to those interested individuals sometime in the near future, so stay tuned for that.

We know that many of our employees and students at Lakehead University are quite talented in many ways. If you would like us to showcase your talent, or if you know anyone who has special talents, please reach out. We would love to hear from you to give you an opportunity to showcase those talents at future events. We are always looking for talented individuals or groups such as singers, choirs, bands, dancers, comedians, performance groups, or artisans, just to name a few. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get to know our peers in a unique and fun way.

We would also welcome you to provide your feedback regarding today's event, as well as suggestions or ideas for future events. Please visit our Committee Information and Event Feedback Form to provide your input, to let us know about your special talent, or if you'd like to find out more about the committee!

In line with the University's Wellness Strategy, the Social Committee will be hosting future gatherings for staff and faculty in the next few months, including Summerfest and LU Rocks Lake Tamblyn. The committee is also starting to fundraise for next winter's employee and family events, so make sure to stop by the Agora next month to purchase Taco’s in a Bag.

Thank you to those who attended today's employee gathering; it was great seeing so many colleagues and friends who we may not be able to connect with on a daily basis.

Congratulations to our Lakehead Coworker Feud winners, and thank you to all our contestants for your participation.

Thank you, take care, be well!
       - Lakehead University Social Committee


Click Hereto find out more about the Lakehead University Social Committee.

A Gathering for Faculty and Staff: An Afternoon of Wellness


Event Date:
 Tuesday, May 7, 2024 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm EDT
Event Location:
 Residence Dining Hall

Hello Lakehead colleagues,

With the end of another academic year upon us and convocation ceremonies ahead, this is a time of year in which we should pause, even briefly, to reflect, celebrate and destress.

Please join the LU Social Committee for A Gathering for Faculty and Staff: An Afternoon of Wellness, under the University's Wellness Strategy initiatives, to help you refocus after a long winter and the many stresses of the past few months.

We know that Lakehead thrives because of you, and we need to make sure that you continue to thrive too!

Come out to the Residence Dining Hall from 2:30 to 4:30pm on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 for this wellness initiative. There will be light snacks and refreshments, Family Feud-style trivia (aka the Lakehead Coworker Feud), entertainment, prizes, and a 50/50 draw with proceeds going toward future events organized by the Social Committee.

We encourage you to bring a non-perishable food donation for the LUSU Food Resource Centre.

Please RSVP by Thursday, May 2, 2024 to reserve your spot.

We look forward to seeing you on May 7.

Sincerely,
Your Lakehead University Social Committee

RSVP HERE

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P.S. We're looking for your input on our first edition of Lakehead Coworker Feud. Submit your answers to some of Lakehead's most common questions here:  https://forms.gle/XKwwxM7yT5FrnejK7. 

#LakeheadGathers #AnAfternoonOfWellness #LakeheadUniversity #SocialCommittee

Thrive Week 2024 - Employees Thrived!

Thrive logo with text reading January 22-26, 2024

For the 5th year, Lakehead University celebrated Thrive Week, from January 22 to 26, by hosting a week-long series of events helping all members of our community to explore their pathways to better mental health, well-being and resilience.

It was our biggest Thrive Week yet, and it really felt like a campus initiative with so many Lakehead departments, LUSU and student groups taking part.

Check out some #EmployeesThrive highlights from Thrive Week 2024 below:

Thrive Week Challenge Card Winner

Thrive Week 2024 aimed to increase mental health literacy, build healthy habits and self-care skills, and help foster a community of wellness at Lakehead University.

We challenged Lakehead employees to Thrive at Your Own Pace by completing different healthy habits throughout the week.

Congratulations to Vanessa Nichols (Project Coordinator with EPID@Work Research Institute) for having their card randomly drawn from the employee submissions. She won a basket of self-care items sponsered by LU Human Resources.

 

Digital Wall of Champions

As part of Thrive Week 2024 we asked employees to share a positive message or story about a colleague who makes a difference in our Lakehead community.

Check out all the messages on our Digital Wall of Champions!

If you didn't already add your message you still have time, CLICK HERE and add yours before submissions close.

 

 

HR Employee Benefits Thrive Basket Winner

Congratulations to JerriLynn Orr (Indigenous Curriculum Specialist in Teaching Commons) for winning the HR Employee Benefits Thrive basket which included Lakehead swag donated by the LU Bookstore, and $25 gift card sponsored by Green Shield Canada.

She stopped by the employee benefits information table last week during Thunderwolves Thrive and entered into the draw.

Check out the Resources for Staff page for information regarding employee Benefits, Workplace Standards, HR related Policies, the Employee & Family Assistance Program, Staff Award Nominations, Wellness resources, and much, much more.

  

Alumni’s The Resiliency Project

During Thrive Week 2024, Lakehead University Alumni launched The Resiliency Project, extending a warm welcome to all students and graduates!

This platform serves as a dedicated safe space for mental health discussions, fostering connections, and actively participating in events.

Come join us as we host a number of workshops and events during 2024!

 

Thrive Week 2024 Feedback

Feedback Form

Did you attend an event or participate in Thrive Week 2024 and want to share your thoughts?

Use our Thrive Week 2024 Feedback Form so we can continue to improve our offerings and will look to incorporate them in planning for next year's Thrive Week.

Thrive is an initiative that began at UBC as a conversation between colleagues about the importance of reducing the stigma associated with mental health. It has since grown into a movement celebrated at campuses across Canada, providing opportunities for important conversations about mental health to take place. 

Thank you all for taking part and supporting Thrive Week!!!

Thrive Week 2024, January 22-26, 2024 - Lakehead University
#ThriveWeek2024 #EmployeesThrive #LakeheadThrives #ThunderwolvesThrive

Employee Appreciation Day!

Dear All,

Today is Employee Appreciation Day, a special day dedicated to recognizing and honoring the hard work and dedication of every one of our employees. 

To celebrate this special day and as a special thank you for all the great work, each employee will automatically be entered into a random draw. Winners will be chosen every hour and announced on the Human Resources web page.

A wide selection of prizes are available including gift cards, clothing, swag items, and multiple Grand Prize draws! Remember to check out the HR web page throughout the day and see if you are one of our lucky winners!

Kind regards,
Roshni

Roshni Antony
Associate Vice-President Human Resources

Winners are to collect their prize from the Office of Human Resources:Thunder Bay – UC 0003
Orillia - OA 2012
For any questions about the draw, please reach out to:Jonathon Racine
Wellness Strategy Coordinator
807-343-8010 ext. 7246
wellnesscoordinator@lakeheadu.ca

Celebtrating Thrive Week 2024!

Thrive logo with text reading January 22-26, 2024

We are helping all members of our Lakehead community explore their pathways to better mental health with our 5th annual Thrive Week from January 22-26!

An initiative that began at UBC and adopted on campuses across Canada, Thrive is a week-long series of events for students, staff and faculty that provide opportunities to engage in wellness practices, learn about how you can support the well-being of yourself and others, and about the mental health and wellness resources available at Lakehead.

Wall of Champions

Have something nice to share about a fellow employee? Join us throughout the week to write a beautiful anonymous message on our Wall of Champions for all to see. Please share a positive message or story about a colleague who makes a difference in our Lakehead community!

Wall of Champions

See the full employee Thrive Week 2024 schedule at www.lakeheadu.ca/EmployeesThrive

THRIVE WEEK 2024 (EMPLOYEES).PDF

Thrive Week 2024, January 22-26, 2024 - Lakehead University
#ThriveWeek2024 #EmployeesThrive #LakeheadThrives #ThunderwolvesThrive