Cardinal Day of Wellbeing and Benefits Fair

Join us for the Cardinal Day of Wellbeing and Benefits Fair! All employees are invited and encouraged to attend. Programming will be offered around the five pillars of wellbeing - financial, community, physical, social and career. You will be able to visit vendor booths, attend educational sessions, enjoy snacks, and register for prizes! Bring your lunch to the employee kickback where there will be fun games and the opportunity to socialize. Additionally, there is the opportunity to register to get your Flu shot. We hope to see you there! 

Event Details

  • October 29, 2024
  • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • L.A Pittenger Student Center, Second Floor

Registration

  • Deadline: Friday, October 25, 2024 
  • Session Registration: Register Here
    •  Registration is not needed for the Benefits Fair
  • CVS Flu Shot Registration: Register Here
    • You will be prompted to select a time slot for your Flu shot

Session Details


10:00 AM Sessions:
  • Making Sustainable Change on Campus and in Your Life:  Attendees will learn how to define and apply sustainability concepts to the campus and their daily lives.
    •  Presented by Margaret Lo, Chief Sustainability Officer 
  • Creating Work Life Balance and How EAP can Help: The EAP program can offer you and your family members a wealth of support. This session will dive into all the available components and how to access them. At the end of this session you will say, “I did not know the EAP could do that”! 
    • Presented by Sue Dentinger, Senior Customer Success Manager, Telus Health 
  • INPRS - Understanding Your Plan - a PERF/TRF Presentation: Not ready to retire but still wanting to know more about your retirement benefits plan? Ex: What plan am I in? How does the plan work? Explanation of retirement benefits. Information about working after retirement. Answers to your benefit plan questions.
    • Presented by Laura Amonette, INPRS
11:00 AM Sessions:
  • Health Savings or Flexible Spending Account:  What’s the difference and Why does it matter?: Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts are available to Ball State employees.  Learn about what these programs are and how they can be used to support you and your family. 
    • Presented by Angie Gregory, Director of Employee Benefits
  • Deskbound but Active: Staying Fit While Sitting: Discover effective strategies to keep your body moving and energized, even when your work keeps you at a desk for hours. This session will explore practical exercises and tips to maintain your health and productivity in a sedentary work environment.
    • Presented by Dr. Sarah Shore-Beck, Associate Teaching Professor of Exercise Science, School of Kinesiology
  • Retirement Financial Basics: Learn how important it is to save for the future and see the power of saving small amounts over time. Learn about other vehicles such as IRAs, HSAs, and brokerage accounts.
    • Presented by Andy Marsh, Fidelity
1:00 PM Sessions:
  • Benefits 101: CoPay. Deductible. Premium. Out of Pocket Maximum.  Not sure what all this means?  Learn the basics of benefits and how to decode benefits terminology.
    • Presented by Angie Gregory and Penny Masters, Employee Benefits 
  • Diabetes Management & Prevention: Explore the impact of diabetes on the whole person; physically, mentally, and emotionally. We’ll discuss how diabetes affects daily life, overall well-being, and long-term health outcomes. The session will also cover essential lifestyle actions that are crucial in both preventing and managing diabetes effectively. Attendees will walk away with practical strategies to empower themselves or others on the journey to a healthier, diabetes-free future.
    • Presented by Bre Lomax, Anthem
  • Understanding EAP and How to Refer Employees: As you understand the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and all the ways it can help, learn how to approach employees that may benefit from the resources with care, compassion and concern and give them the confidence to contact EAP for support. 
    • Presented by Sue Dentinger, Senior Customer Success Manager, Telus Health 
2:00 PM Sessions:
  • Can I Retire with Ball State Insurance Benefits?: What does it take to retire with Ball State Insurance Benefits?  We will go over what your first steps need to be and what is required of you, if eligible.  Meet your Retiree Benefits Specialist at Ball State and get a better understanding of what the University has to offer.
    • Presented by Lauren Craycraft, Retiree Benefits Specialist
  • Learn to Breathe When You Are Busy: Learn how breathwork can release stress and reset your day. Understand some basic science behind using the breath and what exactly Breathwork is anyway. Master a few simple practices to do at work, at home or anytime you need a break.
    • Presented by Cara Chowning, Assistant Teaching Professor (Vocal Coach and Music Appreciation) and Breathwork instructor, In-Tune Artistry
  • Do I Really Need Accident Insurance?: Learn more about voluntary benefits offered by Hartford including critical illness, accident insurance and hospital indemnity. Participants will learn what they are, how they work and why you might consider adding them to your plan this year.
    • Presented by Hartford

Flu Shot Details

CVS will be offering Flu Shots every 15 minutes from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

  • To receive a flu shot, you must complete registration through CVS and select a time slot.
  • Only employees enrolled in one of Ball State's health insurance plans are able to participate.
  • Please bring your insurance card with you.

Employee Kickback

The Office of Inclusive Excellence invites you to the Employee Kickback from 11:30 AM -1:00 PM. The purpose of this time is to get to know other employees at Ball State, and to have time to connect with others. We look forward to being in community with you all! If you have questions about the Employee Kickback Lunch, please contact the Office of Inclusive Excellence.

  • Bring your lunch
  • Play games & do activities
  • Build community with your peers

Vendors Scheduled to Attend

Participate in the Vendor Card Challenge by visiting a set number of vendor tables, to be determined the day of the event, for a chance to win prizes!

  • Anthem
  • Athletics
  • Ball State Financial Credit Union
  • Cardinal Kitchen
  • Counseling Practicum Clinic
  • Dining
  • DOMA
  • Fidelity
  • HSA Bank
  • INPRS
  • Purchasing Services
  • The Hartford
  • Unified Technology Support
  • VSP

Cardinal Kitchen

The Cardinal Kitchen team will be collecting donations again this year. Support our students by donating personal care items and non-perishable food items.
  • Toiletries
  • Canned Fruit and Vegetables
  • Canned Soups
  • Pasta and Pasta Sauce
  • Ramen
  • Cereal or Oatmeal
  • Bread
  • Peanut Butter and Jelly/Jam

 If you have questions or concerns about the Cardinal Day of Wellbeing and Benefits Fair, please email the Employee Solution Center.