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Division of Human Resources

Passport to Wellness Expo set for September 30

 

The Division of Human Resources, in partnership with Employee Well-Being, is set to host an inspiring and interactive Health & Wellness Expo where employees’ well-being is front and center. This year’s theme is Passport to Wellness. With over 40+ vendors specializing in health, wellness, and personal improvement, this is an opportunity for employees to explore new ways to live their healthiest life. Breakout sessions (listed below) are available virtually for employees unable to attend the event. 

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, September 30 
Time: 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Location: Russell House Student Union
Open to: All employees

 What to Expect:

  • Explore Wellness Booths: Connect with local vendors offering services and products in fitness, nutrition, mental health, mindfulness and more.
  • University Benefits Hub: Meet with the university's benefits partners to:
    • Enroll in or update current benefits plans
    • Ask questions about coverage, wellness incentives and more
  • Interactive Experiences: Enjoy free health screenings, wellness demos and giveaways.
  • Passport to Wellness Challenge: Pick up a “passport” at check-in and collect stamps by visiting vendor booths. Complete the passport for a chance to win exciting prizes!
  • CommUnity Shop: Opportunity to give back by donating gently worn clothing and non-perishable food items


Why Attend?

  • Discover new wellness and self-care resources
  • Make informed decisions about your benefits
  • Win awesome prizes!

 

Want to schedule a health screening (labs only)?

  • Visit the scheduling link. 
  • Choose the "University of South Carolina" option. From there, you will choose a screening time that works for your schedule. Your confirmation will state our Florence office as the location of the screening; however, it will be at your wellness location address: The Russell House, 3rd floor, 1400 Greene St., Columbia.
  • Review the screening checklist [pdf], included labs [pdf], and additional test offerings[pdf].

Vendors: 

Over 40+ vendors, including:

  • Accumulus Financial Group
  • American Heart Association Midlands
  • ASI Flex
  • BCBS
  • Benefits Office
  • Bright Horizons
  • CARO
  • Cayce Chiropractic
  • Chiropractic Professionals of Columbia
  • Companion Benefit Alternatives
  • Corebridge Financial
  • CVS Caremark
  • Empower ORP
  • Empower Retirement SC Deferred Comp
  • Employee Well-Being
  • Eye Med
  • Fidelity
  • Fitness Forum Occupational Testing Services
  • Hello Heart
  • HSA Central
  • InBody270 (USC Campus Recreation)
  • Janney Montgomery Scott LLC
  • Massage Envy
  • MetLife Resources
  • Montgomery Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic
  • MYgroup
  • PEBA Analytics and Health Initiatives
  • Sam's Club
  • SC State Credit Union
  • The Standard
  • TIAA           
  • USC Brain Health Center
  • USC Benefits Office
  • USC Campus Recreation
  • USC Carolina Card/USC Business Affairs
  • USC Carolina Dining Services/Carolina Food Co.
  • USC Continuing Education and Conferences
  • USC Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
  • USC Gamecock CommUnity Shop (GCS)/ Gamecock Pantry
  • USC Office of Organizational and Professional Development
  • USC Office of Talent Acquisition
  • USC Parking
  • USC Payroll
  • USC Postal Services
  • USC Staff Senate
  • USC Staff Ombuds
  • USC Student Health Services
  • USC Technology & Behavioral Intervention Lab
  • Vision Therapy Institute
  • Voya
  • Ward Services/HUB International/Trustmark

 

Breakout Sessions:

Time

Session A – Room 203                 View on Teams: Link

9:00 AM – 9:25 AM

MetLife- Understanding Life and Disability Income Insurance

9:30 AM – 9:55 AM

HSA Central- HAS Updates and Strategies for Optimization

10:00 AM – 10:25 AM

Hello Heart- Take Control of Heart Health

10:30 AM – 10:55 AM

Accumulus- Retiring from USC: 3 Steps State Employees Need to Take

11:00 AM -11:25 AM

Staff Ombuds- Introduction to the Staff Ombuds Office

 

Time

Session B – Room 205                  View on Teams: Link

9:00 AM – 9:25 AM

Empower- Learn More About the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program

9:30 AM – 9:55 AM

MetLife- Retirement Income Planning

10:00 AM – 10:25 AM

Corebridge- Principles to Prioritize Before Retirement

10:30 AM – 10:55 AM

TIAA- How to Get the Most Out of Your Employer-Sponsored Plan

11:00 AM -11:25 AM

Janney Montgomery Scott- Social Security Planning: What you Need to Know to Maximize your Retirement Income


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