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<Summary>In a time where we are transitioning from quarantine/isolation into forming new personal connection peers, this group is here to help students who are struggling to make connections. Are you...</Summary>
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<Summary>Want to become a Care.com member? Sign up easily with your UMBC email address to receive up to 5 total days of subsidized childcare or eldercare and access to the LifeMart Discount program, with...</Summary>
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<Title>State Wellness webinars: September 2025 - Part 1</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><em>The State Wellness Program aims to motivate, inspire, and educate employees through monthly wellness webinars (live and on-demand), healthy challenges, guided meditations, wellness coaching, and much more. </em><div><p><span><br></span></p><p><span>This month, thrive with one small step, such as scheduling a health screening check-up, as a powerful move toward the future you want to live. This simple step will help catch chronic conditions early, helping you manage them effectively and prevent complications down the road. Your future self will thank you!</span></p><div><em><br></em></div><h3>Mindful Mondays: The Healthy Aging Mindset</h3><div><span><br></span></div><div><p><strong>Monday, September 15, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Live A Happy Life</strong></p><p>You, like many others, may be seeking to live a happy life. The truth is, you already have the power to do so! The path to a happy life begins with identifying and reflecting your core values in everything you do. Learn how to identify and live by your core values to find the happiness you seek. </p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F6497470955258925660/2/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/86JgpKNCtuLk3uKlxdmIvhlY1fspjm73HEb5yyNbOU0=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/15 Live a Happy Life</a></p><h3><span>Tasty Tuesdays with Chef Sandra</span></h3></div><div><span><br></span></div><div><p><strong>Tuesday, September 16, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Homemade Mac &amp; Cheese</strong></p><p>Say goodbye to the box mix and hello to creamy, cheese comfort made from scratch! This homemade mac &amp; cheese dish is rich, delicious, and the ultimate feel-good dish. It goes great with homemade chicken nuggets!</p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fus06web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2Fx6S9QmODQ2G_RGkrFcAAGw/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/xABg1jLISkRzfl4czPG-dAQuHW3fV2iHdJ7NDclfKbo=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/16 Homemade Mac &amp; Cheese</a></p></div><div><br></div><h3><span>Healthy U Wednesdays</span></h3><div><p><strong>Wednesday, September 10, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Magic of Movement for Health Aging</strong></p><p>Movement is a transformative force that significantly impacts your health and well-being. It keeps your body healthy as it pumps blood to muscles, tissues, and organs, reduces stress and anxiety to boost your mood, and enhances your ability to move freely. Learn more about the magic of movement and its healthy aging benefits.. </p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F566297316221339742/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/gSmw0SyY1osP1SxkdyMgjue5pLO8F9VzYiNNiY92ZVI=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/10 Magic of Movement for Healthy Aging</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Wednesday, September 17, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: We've Got Your Back with Habits to Reduce Back Pain</strong></p><p>According to a current study, almost 50% of adults have experienced back pain in the last three months. Because back pain can show up in several ways, experts will explain the specific causes for each and how to prevent or manage them.</p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F566297316221339742/2/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/GBDuNCyZrJqMfiN-dfEN_TJ39RS73gmRtzYwU1t2B5E=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/17 Habits to Reduce Back Pain</a></p></div><h3><span>Healthy Aging Thursdays</span></h3><div><p><strong>Thursday, September 11, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Healthy Aging</strong></p><p>Explore critical components of healthy aging such as getting your recommended preventive screenings, eating healthy, being physically active, and more</p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fevent.on24.com%2Fwcc%2Fr%2F5056342%2FB504780AA26CE59E6407CA90F7FE642D/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/VQr_G9uV8asQwtLxne1Z_EAlRYHOs748LSvJiatnTSU=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/11 Healthy Aging</a></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Thursday, September 18, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Chair Yoga</strong></p><p>Give yourself the gift of relaxation and renewal with restorative chair yoga! This gentle practice helps lengthen your spine, reduce built up stress, and boost circulation, all while comfortably seated. Perfect for all ages and fitness levels, chair yoga will leave you refreshed, invigorated, and ready to take on the day! </p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fevent.on24.com%2Fwcc%2Fr%2F4868469%2F17564BE16075DB023544285D5E042BC2/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/sve61rFqos1xFfVqhxcmJorAItLzMxCfl6kObD7qrOc=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/18 Chair Yoga</a></p><p><br></p></div><h3><span>Guided Meditations</span></h3><div><p><strong>Friday, September 12, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Becoming Motivated</strong></p><p>Set aside time for this guided meditation to increase your motivation, face your fears, and experience your true worthiness.</p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F6420120312244964437/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/as8-GldoKp4o9HRn01OCIre1ExkeNxSTFNmYuLVlDRI=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/12 Becoming Motivated</a></p><p><strong> </strong></p></div><h3><span>Tips for a Healthier You</span></h3><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Friday, September 12, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Understanding Colds and Flu</strong></p><p>September is the perfect time to prepare for the upcoming cold and flu season. Learn the similarities and differences between the common cold and the flu and ways to prevent them.  </p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fevents.teams.microsoft.com%2Fevent%2Fe1f3f11d-6d27-47a3-b270-3fcc238a9f5d@db05faca-c82a-4b9d-b9c5-0f64b6755421/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/V-jwD478qXZeworEohWbSC959Z33QaQOtnGzc0TsWpM=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/12 Understanding Colds and Flu</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Friday, September 19, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Understanding Metabolic Syndrome</strong></p><p>Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that increase your risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and stroke. Metabolic syndrome can be prevented with the lifestyle changes described in this session.  </p><p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https:%2Fevents.teams.microsoft.com%2Fevent%2F5a0c9aec-c26b-4878-b2b3-df3ead7c98c2@db05faca-c82a-4b9d-b9c5-0f64b6755421__;!!IqUcNYopQPk7!KrQBcggIwj8njcTVpo1krWyg6XM8FFYdS6p551qCcTqvSavlNzbDw8tp0_W3b246NI4WvrFdu2VJEuM4o4fi2DtDEmB639jZ%2524/1/0100019914fc5a60-36305846-b2d4-4d6d-bf37-e7551e5224a9-000000/sJVq37MAO-NGN9eCmlPzhF2XbeUTv5_a5jozZx2VuG4=421" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 9/19 Understanding Metabolic Syndrome</a></p><p><strong>  </strong></p></div></div>
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<Title>MSRP: Supplemental Retirement Webinars: September 2025</Title>
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    <h3><strong><span>First Steps Webinar</span></strong></h3>
    
    <p><span>The Retirement Readiness First Steps webinar provides a
    general overview of the survivor, disability, and retirement benefits
    administered by Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS) –
    including descriptions of service retirement eligibility rules, vesting
    criteria, and ways to obtain additional qualifying service credit. This
    retirement readiness presentation is designed for early career and mid-career
    members of the Employees’ and Teachers’ Retirement and Pension Systems.</span></p><p><strong>Upcoming Webinars:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Thursday, 9/4, 9:30 am to 10:30 am</strong></li><li><strong>Wednesday, 11/5, 9:30 am to 10:30 am</strong></li></ul><h5><a href="https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/7609485113261501784" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span><strong>Click here to Register</strong></span>.</a></h5><div><br></div><div><br></div>
    
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