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Faculty/Staff

Presented by Hinge Health, NMU's Partner in Musculoskeletal Health, this free webinar will dive into the science of pain and guide a conversation that allows you to explore some of the many factors that may be affecting your experience. 

When: April 9, 2025 at 1pm EST
Where: Zoom
Register Now: https://hinge.health/register-april2025

Key Topics:

• What pain is and why it occurs
• How to identify the factors that may be affecting your pain
• What you can do today to start reducing your pain

Can't make it?  Register anyway! This presentation will be recorded and a link to view will be emailed to all registered participants one day after the event concludes.

Faculty/Staff

The 403(b) retirement plan performance report for the 4th quarter of 2024 is now available for viewing.  The report includes industry updates, market commentary and review, plan investment review, and fund fact sheets for the 403(b) retirement plan (TIAA).  Please visit MyNMU, Employee Services tab, and click on Retirement Plan Information.

Faculty/Staff

"Preventive care is something people get when they're healthy to make sure they stay healthy."

Does this sound like you?  You take great care of others, prioritizing their wants and needs ahead of your own, meaning on the list of to-dos, you're last. On a holiday that's historically known for professing your love to others, your Benefits Team invites you to carve out a little time for Y-O-U!

We're hosting a drop-in event and encourage you to stop by the Jamrich lobby nearest Harden Hall on February 14 between 9am and 11am.  Come for a minute or an hour.   

For those that are not on campus or can't make it, we hope you will engage virtually (check your email for more details).  

All NMU Faculty & Staff are eligible to play Love Yourself Bingo. Only entries with at least one bingo (3 in a row diagonally, vertically, or horizontally) will be eligible for a prize. Four winners will be drawn. Entries must be submitted during the event (9am to 11am EST). Entries submitted early or late will not be considered. The QR Code will bring you to the BINGO card.

Join Kim Hongisto and Heather Haupt for digestible information about preventive health and how NMU's benefits support prevention, usually at no cost to the member.

Faculty/Staff

Presented by Hinge Health, NMU's Partner in Musculoskeletal Health, this free webinar will focus on the popular new medications known as GLP-1's (common brand names include Ozempic and Wegovy.) Hear from an expert physical therapist on myths and misconceptions around these medications, as well as the relationship between GLP's and MSK pain.

3 things you will take away:

• What are GLP-1's and why you've been hearing about them nonstop
• Common myths and misconceptions around GLP-1's
• The relationship between GLP-1's and MSK pain

Details

• When: March 12, 2025 at 1pm EST
• Where: Zoom
• Register Now at hinge.health/register-march2025

Can't make it?  Register anyway! This presentation will be recorded and a link to view will be emailed to all registered participants one day after the event concludes.

Faculty/Staff

Presented by Hinge Health, NMU's Partner in Musculoskeletal Health, this free webinar will focus on the "skeletal" part of "musculoskeletal pain". Hear from an expert physical therapist on how to protect your bone density as you age and simple movements to keep your bones strong and prevent injuries.

3 things you will take away:

• How bone health can affect MSK Pain
• The role nutrition plays in bone health
• Gentle movements for strong bones at every stage of life

Details

• When: February 12, 2025 at 1pm EST
• Where: Zoom
• Register Now at hinge.health/register-february2025 

Can't make it?  Register anyway! This presentation will be recorded and a link to view will be emailed to all registered participants one day after the event concludes.

Faculty/Staff

You're invited to a 30-minute virtual event with NMU's partner on Musculoskeletal Care - Hinge Health! Learn more about the Hinge Health program and information on how exercise therapy can help improve your overall health and well-being.

All employees and spouses on NMU's Medical Coverage have access to Hinge Health benefits at no cost!

3 things you will take away:

• Find out how Hinge's personalized program can help reduce your pain
• Hear how Hinge Health has helped others
• Get your questions answered

This informational webinar is being offered monthly in 2025. 

When: October 15, 2025 | 1pm EST
Where: Zoom - hinge.health/october2025-register

When: November 19, 2025 | 1pm EST
Where: Zoom - hinge.health/november2025-register

When: December 17, 2025 | 1pm EST
Where: Zoom - hinge.health/december2025-register

Faculty/Staff

You're invited to a 30-minute virtual event with NMU's partner on Musculoskeletal Care - Hinge Health! Learn more about the Hinge Health program and information on how exercise therapy can help improve your overall health and well-being.

All employees and spouses on NMU's Medical Coverage have access to Hinge Health benefits at no cost!

3 things you will take away:

• Find out how Hinge's personalized program can help reduce your pain
• Hear how Hinge Health has helped others
• Get your questions answered

This informational webinar is being offered monthly in 2025. 

When: July 16, 2025 | 1pm EST
Where: Zoom - hinge.health/july2025-register

When: August 20, 2025 | 1pm EST
Where: Zoom - hinge.health/august2025-register

When: September 17, 2025 | 1pm EST
Where: Zoom - hinge.health/september2025-register

Faculty/Staff

TIAA has released its schedule of live webinars for the months of October, November, and December.  Keep your financial goals on track with these informative live sessions and learn how you can take action for a more secure future.  

Topics include: Planning/managing healthcare expenses, Naming beneficiaries, and Social Security.  

Additional information, including how to sign up for the webinar(s), is available in the "Financial/Retirement Workshops and Meetings" section of https://nmu.edu/hr/retirement.

Faculty/Staff

TIAA has released its schedule of live webinars for the months of July, August, and September.  Keep your financial goals on track with these informative live sessions and learn how you can take action for a more secure future.  

Topics include: Mid-career check-in, Understanding longevity, and How to get the most from your employee retirement plan.  

Additional information, including how to sign up for the webinar(s), is available in the "Financial/Retirement Workshops and Meetings" section of https://nmu.edu/hr/retirement.

Faculty/Staff

TIAA has released its schedule of live webinars for the months of April, May, and June.  Keep your financial goals on track with these informative live sessions and learn how you can take action for a more secure future.  

Topics include: Navigating the sandwich generation, financial wellness & mental health, and setting your retirement date.  

Additional information, including how to sign up for the webinar(s), is available in the "Financial/Retirement Workshops and Meetings" section of https://nmu.edu/hr/retirement.