Faculty & Staff Wellness Updates
Changes Coming to 2026 Wellness Rewards
You asked, we delivered! We are pleased to announce some big changes coming to the Wellness Rewards program:
- Tier 2 2026 will run from Jan. 1 - Dec. 31, 2026 (instead of ending in October). Employees that complete Tier 2 after Dec. 15 will receive their incentive pay in January 2027.
- Incentive payouts will occur MONTHLY for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 in the 2026 cycles.
- Monthly challenges will be held through Employee Wellness and no longer through the BeWell portal. Details coming soon!
- Keep an eye out for NEW Tier 2 activities in your BeWell portal! We understand that work/life balance is important, so we will be adding more opportunities for points outside of work.
If you have any questions regarding changes, please reach out to wellness@kent.edu.
Free Offerings This Month
Join us this month for two free events:
- First, meet us at the KSU Fashion Museum on Nov. 12 at noon for a one-hour tour showcasing world-class fashion and textile exhibitions, with time to browse the Museum Store for unique books and gifts. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up today!
- Then, sign up for self defense classes on Nov. 13 or Nov. 18, from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Kent Jui-jitsu and 91²Ö¿â RecWell are hosting a free faculty/staff self-defense class at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center (Studio 2). Please wear comfortable, athletic clothing and shoes. Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated! Space is limited, so register soon to secure your spot.
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Turkey Trot
Nov. 18, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
It's time to earn your feathers! Join us at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center track for the 2025 Turkey Trot. Upon arrival, you will receive a turkey and after each lap, you will earn a feather to attach to your turkey. Complete 5 laps and you will be entered into a raffle for a wellness prize. NO NEED TO REGISTER!
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Recipe Rec
Need something healthy to take to Thanksgiving? Try this Rosemary Balsamic Roasted Vegetable recipe from the American Heart Association!
Make, Pet, Relax
We invite you to take a break from your work day on Nov. 20 to hang out with therapy dogs from Paws for a Cause and make service projects for schools and nursing homes in the community. No need to register—stop by Heer Hall on Kent Campus anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
More Upcoming Wellness Events
- Throughout November and December
Explore upcoming BeWell health coaching, biometric screenings, and flu shots using the BeWell Portal. - Dec. 1
Join Mindfulness Coach Daron Larson for a short mindfulness meditation exercise at the beginning of each month.
For questions related to wellness offerings for 91²Ö¿â faculty and staff, please contact the Employee Wellness office at 330-672-8348 or wellness@kent.edu.
Sincerely,
Madison Massey
Coordinator, Employee Wellness
Division of People, Culture and Belonging