Get new ideas for striking a balance between work and home life as well as the skinny on how to increase your energy through eating well. Also learn about the new research on cancer, stress relief and getting fit. It’s all here! Get a new lease on life with Froglife.
Mondays with Amy Goodson
September 14, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center, Cox C
Join Amy Goodson, sports dietitian for TCU Athletics and Ben Hogan Sports Therapy Institute, to discover how to build muscle and lose fat by eating like an athlete. Amy plans pre/post-game meals for TCU athletes, writes training table menus, and works on a variety of sports nutrition resources. She is a member of the American Dietetic Association, Texas Dietetic Association, and SCAN (Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutritionists).
Smart Women Conference
September 22, 5:30 p.m.
Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center
Treat yourself to TCU’s annual Smart Women Conference. The evening event features cutting edge information on cancer
prevention and genetics by certified genetic counselor, Sara Pirzadeh, MS, as well as an enlightening presentation on creating and maintaining intimacy by psychotherapist Mary Jo Rapini, LPC. Even the food is “smart”: complimentary hors d’oeuvres prepared with cancer-fighting ingredients by award winning chef, Jon Bonnell.
Presented by Moncrief Cancer Resources and Texas Christian University. To register, contact Sandi Barr at s.j.barr@tcu.edu or 817-257-6731.
Thinking and Living Positively
October 7, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Beck Room, Brown Lupton University Union
A positive attitude is the key to happiness, but sometimes it seems that we just can’t find the door. Experienced CIGNA EAP counselors have been helping TCU families to recognize and remove the barriers that lead to happiness for many years. Learn how easy it is to live and think more positively. The EAP is free of charge to all members of the TCU family, regardless of enrollment in any other benefit.
Free Depression Screening for Faculty, Staff, and Students
October 7, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Brown Lupton University Union
Depression is a common mood disorder that can result in feelings of sadness and loss of interest and pleasure in life. It may be due to a variety of factors, none of which should be feared or stigmatized. The most important thing to know about depression is that help is available, and that more than 80% of people suffering from it improve with treatment. If you haven’t been feeling yourself lately, take advantage of this free screening, conducted by the counseling professionals at TCU’s Counseling, Testing and Mental Health Center.
Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon
October 22, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center, Cox B and C
Sponsored by Human Resources and Frogs for the Cure Every three minutes a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the USA. That’s why it is so important to inform yourself, says Dr. Suzy Lockwood, director of the TCU Center for Oncology Education and Research. Suzy is back to broaden our understanding of breast cancer prevention and treatment with a panel of community partners and health experts. Attend this crucial information session, and you might just save a life.
Komen-on- the-Go Trailer on Campus October 22!
Take charge of your breast health. Look for the pink Komen-on- the- Go trailer on campus today. Sponsored by the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, this interactive learning center is an excellent resource, with breast cancer educational materials, selfexamination guides and volunteer information on board.
Annual Flu Shot Clinic on Campus
October, 2009
University Recreation Center
Sponsored by Wellness Committee and Campus Recreation
Watch for more details!
Conquering Adult Onset Diabetes
November 4, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center, Cox A
Jimmie Borum, RN, MSN, former diabetic educator for Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas and current professor of nursing at TCU, discusses the signs and symptoms of Type II Diabetes. Discover the newest treatment, and how to deal with complications of the disease. What do high and low blood glucose levels mean? What are the risk factors for developing diabetes? Important information for you and your family during National Diabetes Month.
Mondays with Amy Goodson
November 2, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center, Cox C
Can your healthy diet survive the temptations of the holidays? Amy Goodson, registered dietitian with Texas Health Resources, says yes! She’s here to show us how to maintain a healthy holiday weight without feeling deprived. Amy is a member of the American Dietetic Association, Texas Dietetic Athletics and Ben Hogan Sports Therapy Institute. She is rapidly becoming an area expert on diet and nutrition - don’t miss another opportunity to hear her!
Frogs for the Cure Football Game
November 14, 6:30 p.m.
TCU vs. Utah
Great American Smoke-Out
November 19, 2009
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
URC Lobby
Stop by the Rec Center today and pick up valuable information on helping yourself and family members kick the habit.
EAP representative Mary Anne McKenyon will be on hand to answer questions and provide support. Help TCU become a
healthier environment. Free giveaways!
Turkey Trot Around Campus
November 20, 3:00 p.m.
Watch for details!
Do some good for the community and your heart as well in TCU’s inaugural faculty/staff 5K walk/run. Entrance fee is a
donation to Communities in Schools, a non-profit FWISD Stay-In-School initiative. Suggested donation items include: crayons, construction and notebook paper, markers, and scissors. Map of route provided. Event sponsored by Wellness Committee and Campus Recreation.
Beating the Holiday Sugar Blues
November 20, noon – 1:00 p.m.
Dee J. Kelly Alumni & Visitors Center, Cox C
What does sugar really do to you? Wellness counselor Allison Reyna returns to tell us everything we ever wanted to know about sugar and its artificial friends. Find out how to reach for alternatives to both substances, and how to prevent obesity, diabetes, and osteoporosis in the bargain. Allison is the founder of Food As Life, and trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.
