A blog on the latest news and events for ACU faculty and staff
ACU Baseball has released their summer camp dates! Experience the new ballpark and enjoy an evening around coaches and players. There will be 2 separate camp dates. Each camp will be 3 days long.
20% ACU staff discount code available: ACUSTAFFBB
Our mental health is as important as our physical health. But by taking care of our bodies, we can improve our mental health. A few ways to do this are: Eat nutritious meals. “What am I about to put in my body? Is it going to help it or be used for fuel?” If not, try to eat it in moderation. Drink plenty of water. This can be different for everyone. Try to increase your intake because studies show 75% of Americans do not drink enough water each day. Exercise. This actually releases endorphins and dopamine in our brains to help decrease depression and anxiety and improve our moods. Get enough sleep. While this may sound easier said than done, a tip is to stop using electronic devices at least 30 minutes before bed. Set a bedtime and start winding down. If you feel like you may need to seek additional help, contact the University’s Medical and Counseling Care Center at counseling@acu.edu or (325) 674-2626 or benefits eligible employees can can access counseling services through Teladoc or the EAP. Teladoc allows members to access a counselor from your home, office, or anywhere – 24/7/365. To access Teladoc, you will visit Teladoc.com or the Teladoc app. You and your covered dependents have access to The Standard’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This confidential service offers free over-the-phone counseling any time, day or night, to help you with a variety of personal situations. The EAP also provides up to 3 counseling sessions for both you and your covered dependents, either in person or over the phone
Summer Cashier Hours will continue to be on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons beginning on May 13th and ending on August 22nd. The hours will change to 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
You and your covered dependents have access to The Standard’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP). This confidential service offers free over-the-phone counseling any time, day or night, to help you with a variety of personal situations. The EAP also provides up to 3 counseling sessions for both you and your covered dependents, either in person or over the phone. Counselors can help with concerns such as emotional well-being and health, relationships, parenting and addiction. To contact the EAP, call 888-293-6948, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to talk to a professional counselor. To register online, you will go www.healthadvocate.com/standard3.
The ACU Volleyball team will be hosting camps in May and July for all ages and we’d love to have your kids join us! Use code ACUSTAFFVB for 10% of your registration!
Staff and faculty are invited to attend a come -and – go retirement reception in honor of Dr. Martha Smallwood on Tuesday, May 13, from 3-5:00 pm in the Teague Center Foyer.
ACU Gives is here! Join the fun by giving back to dozens of scholarships, projects and programs across campus that directly impact our Wildcat community! To honor ACU’s founding, we’re setting aside 1,906 minutes of giving on April 29-30 to celebrate ACU and campaign for our programs. All gifts made at acu.edu/acugives through Wednesday will count toward our goal. Come by the Purple Line tent in the campus mall from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. We will have free drinks, hot dogs and fun activities. Pick up freebies including an “I gave” sticker and let others know how they can give to spread the spirit of generosity this week! Go Wildcats!
If you missed our virtual Q&A session with our Auxiant and Fairos team, we are sharing a recording of the session below. Auxiant is the third-party administrator who pays ACU’s medical claims and administers the plan. Fairos can help you find healthcare providers, provide a medical advocate if needed, and assist with balance bills. Please reach out to HR with any questions!
We’re excited to launch access to the official University Canva Teams account — giving all ACU employees the tools to create polished, on-brand designs with ease.
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