Retriever Essentials will be closed on 1/19 in honor of Martin Luther King Day!
Welcome to your 2026 Thrive journey! Throughout 2026, the Wellness Program will support you with inspiring webinars, fun challenges, and practical resources so you can stay informed, engaged, and thriving. You can jumpstart 2026 with their new challenge:
Start your year with energy, fun, and a chance for a (virtual) fortune! Watch this video to learn more.
Join Feel Like a Million and get daily, easy-to-do activities designed to boost your energy and mood. Each activity brings you closer to a virtual million dollar prize - and bragging rights as a (virtual) millionaire! Hit the million mark and you'll be entered to win real $25 gift cards in our raffle drawings! It’s a fun, motivating way to launch into the new year with healthy fun and positivity! Register here
Monday, January 26, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Upgrade Your Mindset
Embracing change, adopting a positive perspective, and practicing gratitude are three simple ways to upgrade your mindset to a happy and resilient one. Learn about these and other simple ways you can easily adopt.
Register for 1/26 Upgrade Your Mindset
Thursday, January 22, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Seated Yoga
Practice restorative chair yoga right at your workspace as you stretch and lengthen your spine, increase blood flow, and release muscle tension. It's the perfect mini-retreat!
Thursday, January 29, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Working With Your Healthcare Providers
Discover how to navigate your care with confidence as you learn the roles of different health care providers, how to build a care team you trust, and practical tips to get the most from every appointment.
Friday, January 23, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Giving Gladness to Your Thinking Mind
Thoughts are like clouds - some are light and fluffy while others are heavy and dense. Reflect on today's thoughts and meet them all with warmth and joy.
Register for 1/23 Giving Gladness to Your Thinking Mind
Friday, January 30, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Reflecting on a Role Model
Reflect on the qualities of a role model and contemplate the ones you want to develop in yourself.
Register for 1/30 Reflecting on a Role Model
Friday, January 23, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Healthier Weight
Discover the basics of weight management and how losing just 5% of your body weight can make a big difference in your health.
Register for 1/23 Healthier Weight
Friday, January 30, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Maintaining a Healthier Immune System
Colds and flu can strike at any time. Learn how your immune system works and simple strategies to keep it strong year-round, especially during the winter months.
MSRP webinars are open to all Faculty and Staff, regardless of their retirement plan.
"Your 2026 Money Makeover: A Simple Plan To Take Control"
Start 2026 with a fresh approach to finances. During this webinar, learn key strategies for budgeting, saving, managing debt, and setting achievable financial goals, in order to move forward feeling organized, empowered, and prepared for the year ahead.
"Getting to Know EMPOWER: Participant Technology in Action"
Explore the tools, technology, and experiences that help participants make the most of their retirement journey with EMPOWER.
(Presented by Empower, MSRP's Contractor for Plan Administrator)
"Your Pension, Social Security, and MSRP: Retirement Income For Life!"
Wondering how much income one needs in retirement, when to claim Social Security, and how State Pension and MSRP savings fit together? Join MSRP to learn how to estimate benefits from all retirement income sources and plan with confidence.
In collaboration with the Division of Institutional Equity and UMBC Campus Police:
Start by Believing: Supporting Disclosures of Sexual Violence
This workshop is designed for faculty and staff who may be the first person a survivor confides in.
Join us to:
Learn about the Start by Believing campaign
Build confidence in responding to disclosures of sexual assault, harassment, or domestic violence
Strengthen our survivor-centered, trauma-informed campus community
Date: January 14, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location: Virtual via Webex
Let's work together to create a culture of support, and safety at UMBC
If you plan to attend, please click on this link.
This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's nondiscrimination policy.
]]>Welcome to your 2026 Thrive journey! Throughout 2026, the Wellness Program will support you with inspiring webinars, fun challenges, and practical resources so you can stay informed, engaged, and thriving. You can jumpstart 2026 with their new challenge:
Start your year with energy, fun, and a chance for a (virtual) fortune! Watch this video to learn more.
Join Feel Like a Million and get daily, easy-to-do activities designed to boost your energy and mood. Each activity brings you closer to a virtual million dollar prize - and bragging rights as a (virtual) millionaire! Hit the million mark and you'll be entered to win real $25 gift cards in our raffle drawings! It’s a fun, motivating way to launch into the new year with healthy fun and positivity! Register here
Monday, January 12, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Happy Habits
This is the perfect time to establish healthy habits for the new year. Set realistic goals with small actionable changes to prioritize your self-care.
Register for 1/12 Happy Habits
Thursday, January 15, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Preventive Care Guidelines
Staying on top of preventive care is one of the most powerful steps you can take to protect your health and well-being. In this session, an expert will provide preventive care guidelines, explain which screenings are recommended and when, and help you understand how early detection can make a meaningful difference.
Friday, January 9, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Focusing on the Positive Moments of the Day
Pause to focus on the positive moments of your day. You'll get a positivity boost and train your brain to notice more good things in the future.
Register for 1/9 Focusing on the Positive Moments of the Day
Friday, January 16, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Reflecting on a Positive Future
Envision your positive future in this guided meditation.
Register for 1/16 Reflecting on a Positive Future
Friday, January 9, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Know Your Health Numbers
Start the new year by understanding the numbers that matter most - such as blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and more.
Register for 1/9 Know Your Health Numbers
Friday, January 16, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Understanding Preventive Care
Prevention is powerful! Learn how to create your personalized preventive care checklist to stay ahead of potential health issues.