Employee Wellness Committee Update Delete

Reports to Senior Vice President for Financial Administration

Membership

Chair is appointed by the president; School of Physical Health and Kinesiology designee, Human Resources representative, Health Services designee, two School of Health and Kinesiology faculty, five employee/retiree representatives: 3 staff members selected by Staff Advisory Council and 2 faculty members selected by faculty Senate for alternating three-year, non-renewable terms (eligible for another term after a one-year hiatus), vice president for Financial Administration ex officio. In the absence of the committee chair, the Human Resources Representative will serve as chair.

Purpose

1. To plan and implement annual Wellness Assessments and encourage all employees to participate.
2. To plan and implement a calendar of activities to raise employee awareness for health and well-being as a personal responsibility.
3. To support and encourage healthy lifestyles and lifestyle changes known to limit illness and disease and promote longevity with high quality of life.
4. To recommend incentives for participation in the Employee Wellness Program.