Join us for virtual sessions focused on wellness, working remotely and other professional development topics.
UB faculty and staff
Free. Some sessions will be recorded and made available on the program archive page after the event.
| Workshop | Date | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| JANUARY | |||
| Monday Morning Movement (Winter 2026) | Mondays (bi-weekly) 1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 2/23 & 3/9 | 10:45am-11:00am | Register *Be sure to read the Participant Waiver and Release in the Class Description before registering. |
(Spring 2026) | Thursdays (bi-weekly) 1/8, 1/22, 2/5, 2/19, 3/5, & 3/19 | 10:00am-10:15am | Register |
| FEBRUARY | |||
| Mini Mental Break: As a Matter of Fact: True & False Trivia | Tuesday 2/17/2026 | 10:00am-10:15am | Register |
| MARCH | |||
| Mini Mental Break: Episodes Gone Wild Trivia | Tuesday 3/3/2026 | 10:00am-10:15am | Register |
| Sleep for Brain Health | Tuesday 3/10/2026 | 12:00pm-12:45pm | Register |
| Discover Your Strengths | Thursday 3/26/2026 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Register |
| JUNE | |||
| Discover Your Strengths | Thursday 6/25/2026 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Register |
| COMPLETED VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS | |||
| Visit the archive page for access to all of our recorded programs. | |||
As a Matter of Fact Trivia: This round of trivia will be all true and false questions. Test your knowledge on a variety of topics. Challenge your coworkers and see who can rise to the top of the podium.
Episodes Gone Wild Trivia: Love to watch TV? Think you can identify the show based on the episode title? Then this trivia is for you! Challenge your coworkers to see who can make it to the top of the podium.
Description:
These 15-minute sessions combine light, workday-friendly movement with feel-good stretches to wake up your body, release tension, and refresh your mind. An easy way to feel more energized and ready for the week ahead. No experience, equipment, or change of clothes needed. Join as you are! Sign up once to get the Zoom link for all six sessions—drop in whenever it works for you. We'd love to have you at one or all of the sessions!
Participant Waiver and Release:
By registering for or participating, I acknowledge that these sessions involve light to moderate movement and stretching. I understand participation is voluntary and that I am responsible for knowing my own limits and ensuring my space is safe and free of hazards. I understand that these sessions are for general wellness and are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and I should consult a healthcare provider before beginning any new physical activity. I assume all risks of participation and release WorkBreakStretch and its instructors from any liability for injury or harm. I agree to listen to my body, modify or skip exercises as needed, and stop immediately if I feel pain or discomfort.
Instructor: Sessions are led by Kim Gray, founder of WorkBreakStretch. She has a Master’s degree in Kinesiology, a Bachelor’s in Clinical Exercise Science, and holds certifications as an ACSM Exercise Physiologist, ACE Group Fitness Instructor, and ACE Health Coach. With over 3,000 sessions led to date, Kim is passionate about helping people fit simple, feel-good movement into their busy days.
Join us for a virtual meditation session designed to help you pause, breathe, and reconnect. Whether you're new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, this gentle morning practice offers a peaceful space to center yourself and set a mindful tone for the day ahead. Sign up once to get the Zoom link for all sessions—join us for as many sessions as you are able to!
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 3 adults in the United States reported not getting enough rest or sleep every day. This workshop will focus on evidence-based sleep information to improve your brain health and overall wellness. Our presenter will be Carleara Weiss, assistant professor of nursing at UB and a nationally recognized sleep researcher.
Uncover your natural talents using the StrengthsFinder 2.0 assessment and personal reflection exercises. This workshop will help you to maximize your strengths and minimize your weaknesses, as well as learn to capitalize on others’ strengths to work more effectively with your team. You will learn strategies to turn your talents into an asset for your career and in your life.
Looking for recorded sessions? Visit the archive page to browse through past sessions that you can view at a time convenient for you.
Michele Poitras
Employee Engagement & Success
Kerry Gangi
Employee Engagement & Success
The University at Buffalo is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with any disabilities. If you require accommodations to participate in this session, please contact Organizational Development and Effectiveness (ODE) at (716) 645-4459 or training@buffalo.edu prior to attending the workshop. Please allow ample time for ODE to work with the Office of Accessibility Resources to arrange accommodations.
Looking for a workshop that you can attend in-person? Browse the Training Catalog to find sessions that are taking place on campus.