Wellbeing means something different to everyone, so we offer flexible and accessible options to earn points while helping you maintain or enhance your wellbeing. Programming is focused on addressing one or more of the six key dimensions: career, physical, emotional, financial, community, and social.
Below, you’ll find examples of programming through the Wellbeing Program that can help support you in these six dimensions.
Physical
- Wellbeats on-demand fitness and nutrition classes (Programs)
- My Care Checklist to help you track and earn points for preventative care visits (Health > My Care Checklist)
Emotional
- Employee Assistance Program webinars (Programs)
- Wellbeats on-demand mindfulness and meditation classes (Programs)
- Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing programming (Programs)
Financial
- Fidelity and LSS Financial Counseling webinars (Programs)
- Fidelity Financial Health Check-Up (coming in program year 2026–27!)
Career
- CCAPS webinars (Programs)
Social
- Shoutouts to give kudos to UMN colleagues (Social > Shoutouts)
- Journeys to help you build relationships, such as “Make Friends and Connect With Others” (Health > Journeys)
Community
- Challenges to help you build habits while connecting with University colleagues via the chat feature (Social > Challenges)
- Points for visiting community farmers markets (Programs)
Not sure where to start? Take the health questionnaire in the platform (Health > Surveys) to find areas to explore. (Note that your answers are private and will not be shared with the University.)
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.
Crookston Campus Instructions
Biometric screenings are held onsite. Upcoming screenings are shared in Crookston's weekly update email. Or, contact [email protected] to schedule a time that works for you.
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 [email protected] to schedule a time that works for you.
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: Contact [email protected] to schedule a time 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 500 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 for Health Coaching
University health coaches offer virtual health coaching for all employees, with in-person options for Duluth and Morris campus employees. You’ll discuss your personal goals and ways you can stay on track. Plus, earn 500 Wellbeing Points per session! Request a session.