Learn about Wellbeing Program campus-specific options to earn points.
Biometric Screenings
Biometric screenings are health assessments that give you information about your blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol levels, and body composition. Screenings last approximately 15 minutes and earn 1,000 Wellbeing Points.
Eligibility
You are eligible for a biometric screening appointment if:
- You are an employee enrolled in University medical insurance
- You are a covered spouse under a University medical plan
Make sure to bring your Medica insurance card to your screening to prove eligibility.
Duluth campus instructions
Schedule a time for a biometric screening on the Duluth campus. Screenings are held at 255L Darland Admin Building (1049 University Drive, Duluth, MN 55812-3011).
Morris campus instructions
Biometric screenings are held onsite. Contact Angie Berlinger (aberling@morris.umn.edu) to schedule a time that works with your schedule.
Twin Cities campus instructions
Boynton Health manages biometric screenings. Visit Boynton’s website to learn more.
Other biometric screening options
If you aren’t able to do an on-campus screening, you can submit a form through your doctor or order a mail-in home test kit. Log in to the Personify Health portal, go to the Programs tab, and search for “biometric screening” to learn more.
Bike Program
Earn 25 Wellbeing Points for each day you bike to work! All employees can manually enter days biked to work in the Personify Health portal. Log in to the Personify Health portal, go to the Programs tab, and search for “bike program” to learn more.
Employees on the Duluth, Morris, and Twin Cities campuses can request ZAP bike tags for automatic tracking.
- Duluth: Learn about the Duluth bike program.
- Morris: Schedule an appointment with Angie Berlinger (aberling@morris.umn.edu) to pick up your bike tag.
- Twin Cities: Learn about the Twin Cities bike program.
Health Coaching
Health coaches help you assess your wellbeing needs and set realistic goals. You can learn more about:
- Tips for eating better or adding more movement to your routine
- Stress management techniques
- Wellbeing Program resources you can use
Your health coach will also help you develop an action plan to overcome your barriers to change. Health coaching sessions usually last 30 minutes. Earn 250 Wellbeing Points per session.
Eligibility
You are eligible for health coaching if:
- You are an employee who is enrolled in University medical insurance
- You are a covered spouse under a University plan
Sign up!
University Health Coaches Katie Gokie and Angie Berlinger offer virtual health coaching for all employees, with in-person options for Duluth and Morris campus employees. Request a session with Angie or Katie.
Personify Health also offers coaching services via messaging or phone. Personify Health coaches can help with tobacco and substance use, diabetes, chronic conditions, and more. Log in to the Personify Health portal and visit the Coaching page (under Health) for more information.