Work-Life

National Work and Family Month 2009

Featured Events : A Guide to the Good Life

Author Presentation, Featuring Dr. William B. Irvine, author of A Guide to the Good Life

Learn to minimize worry and focus on the things you can control by attending this inspirational presentation. Co-sponsored by UK Philosophy Department.

  • October 22, Noon to 1p.m.
  • W.T. Young Library, Auditorium
  • Attendees will be eligible to win one of several free copies of A Guide to the Good Life

Registration not required for this event!

Free Resource Fair for Services for UK Employees
  • October 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  • W.T. Young Library, Gallery

From new career development and child care services to new counseling and elder care support, UK Work-Life has organized a resource fair with something for everyone.

University of Kentucky Exhibitors: Work-Life Office; Elder Care Office; Work+Life Connections; Disability Connect; Work-Life Financial Counseling Services; Benefits; Career Development; Environmental Health and Safety; Health and Wellness; REFER Counseling; Violence Intervention and Prevention Center (VIP); Women's Forum

Community Exhibititors: Consumer Credit Counseling Services; Hospice of the Bluegrass and Grief Education Center; Child Care Council of Kentucky; Woodland Early Learning Center

Registration not required for this event!

Work-Life Supervisor of the Year Award Luncheon

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Join us as we recognize supervisor(s) known for promoting work-life at UK.

  • October 28, 11:30 - 1 p.m.
  • Student Center Ballroom

Special Event

New Rules of Investing Luncheon

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Learn the six new principles for planning a safe and secure retirement. Sponsored by TIAA-CREF

  • October 21, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Student Center, Small Ballroom

Career Development


K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Strategies for Your UK Job Search

  • October 23, Noon - 12:45 p.m.
  • 220 Scovell Hall, Suite 2

Interview Mastery

  • October 29, Noon - 12:45 p.m.
  • 220 Scovell Hall, Suite 2

Webinars

Cyber Safety Tips for Parents

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  • October 27, 12:10 p.m. - 12:50 p.m.
  • View live online!
  • Details will be e-mailed to you prior to the session.

What UK Can Do for You

Registration not required for this event!

Networking Groups

Free pizza for all group attendees!

Working Mothers

  • October 8, 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.
  • 220 Scovell Hall, Suite 2

Caregivers Support

  • October 15, 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.
  • W.T. Young Library, Keeneland Room

New - Empty Nesters

  • October 7, 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.
  • W.T. Young Library, Keeneland Room

Parenting Teens and Tweens

  • October 14, 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.
  • 220-A Scovell Hall

New - Child-free Women

  • October 21, 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.
  • 220-A Scovell Hall

Registration not required for these groups!

Past Events

UK Women's Forum Annual Conference: Living Fully in Lean Times

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Make the most with what you have from local experts including the Fru-Gal Debbie Morris, food columnist Sharon Thompson and more! Space is limited. Register through September 25.

  • October 14, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Student Center, Worsham Theater

Financial Planning for Your Future Luncheon

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How to save smart and make the most of your money. Sponsored by Fidelity

  • October 5, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Student Center, Small Ballroom

Emergency Preparation: Disaster Preparation for Families

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Learn how to prepare your home and family for a variety of emergency situations.

  • October 6, 12:10 - 12:50 p.m.
  • 220 Scovell Hall, Suite 2
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