Monthly Archives: January 2011

SMU’s Inclement Weather Policy

Did you know that SMU has an Inclement Weather Policy? Did you know that SMU has procedures in place to notify students, faculty and staff should inclement weather alter the working hours of the Univerisity? Read the Inclement Weather policy … Continue reading

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SMUSA Supports the United Way Campaign 2010

SMUSA selected Children’s Medical Center Dallas (a member of the United Way Metropolitan Dallas area) as the beneficiary of its 2010 service project.  Staff members were encouraged to donate arts & crafts supplies, new books and DVD’s to the children … Continue reading

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2011 Offers Wellness Opportunities for Everyone!

2011 will be an exciting year for wellness programming at SMU! We will be offering a number of ways you can get involved to improve your own personal wellness or to help us improve our programs. Click on any of … Continue reading

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February is Heart Health Month!

We’re celebrating Heart Health Month this February by inviting you to join us at these SMU and Wellpower events: February 2     Men’s Basketball Game 7:00 pm     Moody Coliseum Wear your favorite red SMU shirt and cheer the men to victory over East … Continue reading

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SMU Recognized as a Gold Level Recipient of the American Heart Association’s Start! Fit-Friendly Company Recognition Program

The Start! Fit-Friendly Companies Program is a catalyst for positive change in American business. Companies throughout the nation can be part of the Start! initiative by demonstrating progressive leadership by making the health and wellness of their employees a priority. … Continue reading

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Tuition Benefits and the Tax Form 1098-T

January is here and many tuition benefit users will receive a 1098-T in the mail. It is a tax form…but what is it, and what do I do with it? The 1098-T is an informational report issued by Enrollment Services … Continue reading Continue reading

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Maximize Your Wellpower Experience This Year! Sign Up For a Wellpower Orientation This Spring

Wellpower is our wellness program for part-time and full-time, benefit-eligible staff and faculty at SMU! The website found at wellpower.smu.edu is accessible from any internet-connected computer. Participants are challenged to accumulate Wellpower Credits beginning August 23, 2010 through July 1, … Continue reading Continue reading

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Your SMU Flexible Spending Account: Make the most of your FSA and your Discovery Benefits Debit Card!

If you enrolled in the Health Care and/or Dependent Care FSA for 2011, you should have received your Discovery Benefits Debit Card and an information packet from Discovery Benefits. The IRS issued good news in late December regarding the use … Continue reading Continue reading

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Take the “Live Healthy North Texas 100 Day Challenge” January 20 to April 29, 2011, and Earn 30 Wellpower Credits!

The Live Healthy North Texas 100 Day Challenge is a team-based weight loss and physical activity program that will assist you and your teammates in making positive changes that lead to a healthier lifestyle. By competing in Live Healthy North … Continue reading Continue reading

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2011 Is Here And So Is Your NEW BCBSTX ID/Medco Card!

Having Problems When Filling a Prescription? Begin Using Your New BCBSTX/Medco ID Card Immediately! As a reminder, Medco replaced Prime Therapeutics as SMU’s pharmacy benefits manager, effective January 1, 2011. When filling a prescription you must use your new BCBSTX … Continue reading Continue reading

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