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<Title>MSRP/Nationwide supplemental retirement webinars: February 2025</Title>
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    <h4><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflus85h2qsp7xR9Z7fgoOEIWNjTGP6QQr4tSusYjAuK8MFMw/viewform" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Click here to Register</a>.<span> </span>All webinars
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    <h5><strong>Mind Over Money: Make Smarter Investment Decisions</strong></h5>
    
    <p>Explore the fascinating field of behavioral finance and
    learn practical strategies to stay disciplined, make rational choices, and
    avoid costly investment mistakes. </p>
    
    February 11th at 11am<br>February 13th at 1pm<br>February 19th at 1pm<br>February 20th at 11am<br>
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
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    <h5><strong>My Income &amp; Retirement Planner</strong></h5>
    
    <p>Learn how the My Income &amp; Retirement Planner (online
    tool) can simplify financial planning and help you make informed decisions
    about your future. Whether you're just beginning your retirement journey or
    have more complex needs, this planner can adapt to your evolving financial
    goals. </p>
    
    <p>February 18th at 11am<br>February 27th at 11am</p>
    
    
    
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    <h5><strong>Walk Me Through: Online Enrollment Tutorial</strong></h5>
    
    <p>Let's Enroll Together! Enroll in real-time in a Maryland
    Supplemental Retirement Plan, i.e. 457(b), 401(k), or 403(b). During the
    webinar, a Nationwide representative will walk you through, step by step,
    explaining how you can easily enroll in approximately 10 minutes.</p>
    
    <p><em>You must have your 6-digit payroll code (360231) and
    payroll type (University of Maryland) to enroll. </em></p>
    
    <p>February 4th at 11am<br>February 4th at 1pm<br>February 25th at 11am<br>February 25th at 1pm</p>
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
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    <h5><strong>MSRP Basics: Building Your Financial Foundation</strong></h5>
    
    <p>This is a comprehensive overview designed to help you take
    full advantage of the State of Maryland’s Supplemental Retirement Plans.
    Whether you’re a new employee or looking to refresh your knowledge, this
    session will cover how these plans work, their benefits, and how you can start
    building a secure financial future.</p>
    
    <p>February 11th at 1pm<br>February 19th at 11am</p>
    
    
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <h5><strong>Beyond the Basics: MSRP Strategies for Every Stage of
    Your Career</strong></h5>
    
    <p>As a State of Maryland employee, you have access to
    exclusive savings opportunities through the Maryland Supplemental Retirement
    Plans. This webinar provides an in-depth look at practical and effective
    strategies to help you maximize these benefits at every stage of your career.</p>
    
    <p>February 13th at 11am<br>February 20th at 1pm</p>
    
    
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <h4><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflus85h2qsp7xR9Z7fgoOEIWNjTGP6QQr4tSusYjAuK8MFMw/viewform" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Click here to Register</a>.  All webinars are approximately 45 minutes in length.</h4><p><br></p></div>
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<Summary>MSRP/Nationwide webinars are open to all Faculty and Staff.        Click here to Register. All webinars are approximately 45 minutes in length.         Mind Over Money: Make Smarter Investment...</Summary>
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<Title>Help shape the future of Professional Development at UMBC</Title>
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<Title>January 2025 Wellness webinars</Title>
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    webinars provided by the State Employee Benefits Division Wellness Program.
    Register now to secure your spot!</strong></p>
    
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    <p>Does it sometimes feel that you are just surviving instead
    of fully thriving? If you have energy, optimism, and good physical and mental
    health, you are on your way to thriving. </p>
    
    <p>The State Wellness Program is here to motivate, inspire, and
    educate you through our wellness webinars, healthy challenges, guided
    meditations, wellness coaching, and much more. Let us support you as you embark
    on your 2025 Thrive Journey!</p>
    
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    <p><strong>A New Challenge Starts January 20th - SNOW WONDER!</strong></p>
    
    <p><em>Snow Wonder</em> will light a fire in your exercise,
    nutrition, and happiness routines to help you thrive, no matter how cold the
    weather. In this challenge, you'll earn inches of snow that convert to a winter
    wonderland picture and collect snow globes as you log your activities.
    You'll also participate in "wonders" to help you maintain a positive
    mindset during the dreary days of winter. Join coworkers, friends, and family
    members in teams and share successes through an interactive message board. <em>Snow
    Wonder</em> is the perfect challenge to help beat the winter blues!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Ffiles.hesapps.com%2Fsnow-wonder%2Fsnow-wonder-onboarding-video%2Fsnow-wonder-onboarding-video.html/1/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/Fi0OisuZKhl4ykajCFPjKnSTZWZWNLQF-JLmXae8BTE=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Watch this 1-minute Snow Wonder video to learn more</a></p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmymd.snowwonderchallenge.com%2F%23/1/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/fJjynmIS4wiMTaXyZAtka_Jdt7i2JogrqjOaCkBhYVY=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register here for SNOW WONDER!</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong><em>Mindful Mondays</em></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Monday, 1/27, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Practicing
    Positive Thinking</strong></p>
    
    <p>When you focus on the positive aspects of a situation, you
    shift your mindset to one of hope, empowerment, resilience and optimism.
    Research shows this has a profound effect on your mental and physical health,
    such as reducing depression, managing healthy blood pressure levels, and even
    extending your lifespan. Learn how to think positively as you begin your 2025
    Thrive journey!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F1967520424424072032/1/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/OpMnPiIQeoQMgygpNjvc_yMgtFw7UCJzveWHyrd3Too=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/27 Practicing Positive Thinking</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong><em>Tuesday Wellness from the Kitchen: New
    Year, New Dishes!</em></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Tuesday, 1/28, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Wonton Soup</strong></p>
    
    <p>The word wonton roughly translates to "clouds" in
    Cantonese and describes the appearance of the floating dumplings in broth. The
    small dumplings are made from noodle dough and filled with meat, seafood,
    or vegetables. When added to the broth, this is a perfect warm and nourishing
    dish on a cold evening!<br>
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    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fvimeo.com%2F1036104694%2Fd9feac97e1/1/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/i6tTl_5SqU8JqT_QcZp8KN2I37eaakQRV-yxi0hpHns=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Listen to Chef Sandra's January Invitation!</a></p>
    
    <p><strong>NEW FOR 2025!
    ATTEND SESSIONS TO WIN A WELLNESS FROM THE KITCHEN/LIFE AT THE TABLE APRON!</strong></p>
    
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    <p><strong><em>Healthy U Wednesdays: Say Hello to 2025 SMART Goals!</em></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Wednesday, 1/22, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: SMART
    Nutrition Goals</strong></p>
    
    <p>It can be discouraging to make an "eat better"
    goal each January that doesn't last beyond April. Learn how to create a
    specific, action-oriented, and realistic SMART plan to help ensure your success
    through April 2025 and beyond!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F5590445322806590815/2/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/rMzbNU1qygOrXph1ij9aY8Z56fAHrZqGLvIYbxkfzYE=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/22 SMART Nutrition Goals</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong>Wednesday, 1/29, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: SMART Fitness
    Goals</strong></p>
    
    <p>Do you vow to get back in shape now that the holidays are
    over, only to experience the "too much, too soon" syndrome that
    leaves you discouraged or even injured? A SMART plan will help you begin on the
    right foot so that you stay motivated, optimistic, and injury-free!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F5590445322806590815/3/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/I_YodZ-x_FvOLMtg8jErayzQAhEe8nXMoiKX605hZgg=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/29 SMART Fitness Goals</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong><em>Health Promotion Thursdays: A Focus on Food!</em></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Thursday, 1/23, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Food and Mood</strong></p>
    
    <p>Do you crave chocolate, ice cream, or potato chips when
    you're stressed? This is a very common attempt to relieve stress and seems to
    work momentarily. However, there are more healthy, calming, and lasting actions
    you can take for relief without the extra calories!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fevent.on24.com%2Fwcc%2Fr%2F4650976%2F70EE4E6FBB8FE5BC30E2233F89E3D1AB/1/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/vGS-FyfwqwOPplpMT7ujB6MJ4WPNcz-2eS0IrYv3FDg=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/23 Food and Mood</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong>Thursday, 1/30, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Dining Out the
    Healthy Way</strong></p>
    
    <p>Dining out has its benefits - it's enjoyable dining with
    others and provides an opportunity to explore new food cultures. But there are
    unique challenges when trying to dine out the healthy way. Learn easy tips and
    tricks that overcome these challenges and allow you to fully enjoy the
    experience, including desserts!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fevent.on24.com%2Fwcc%2Fr%2F4651006%2FBB3BAE0ECB3D54E5FB038E3C552016B1/1/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/gXLQ1tIGg74Ed6G19d1GaD_EDDGJKnZ93TlogAeoN9g=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/31 Dining Out the Healthy Way</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong><em>Friday Unwind Time Guided Meditations To Cultivate A
    Thriving Mindset</em></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Friday, 1/24, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Giving Gladness to
    Your Thinking Mind</strong></p>
    
    <p>Your brain does so much for you! It takes in, processes,
    analyzes, and stores heaps of information for you. Yet sometimes it can do too
    much for you, leaving you feeling stressed and tired. In this guided
    meditation, you will give your mind permission to simply be. Your brain will
    thank you!</p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F7738032324899723101/2/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/VUL6EWOMliSHISSb0F04btfROgQkH2mWrmrUoCR5l5c=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/24 Giving Gladness to Your Thinking Mind</a></p>
    
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    <p><strong>Friday, 1/31, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Reflecting on a Role
    Model</strong></p>
    
    <p>It's important to have a role model who influences you to
    thrive. In this guided meditation, you'll reflect on someone who inspires you
    as you consider the qualities of their presence that you would like to develop
    in yourself. </p>
    
    <p><a href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fattendee.gotowebinar.com%2Frt%2F7738032324899723101/3/010001946a102633-b83059a6-07cf-4675-a4ef-43fd08546e8b-000000/CTix8PnCkoPcIUFdScZq2-WeX26cuvWTofXN2k3S1u0=388" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for 1/31 Reflecting on a Role Model</a></p><p><br></p></h5></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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