Thankful Tuesday

Paws and Say Thanks Challenge

• PAWS and Say Thanks is an on-the-spot, peer-to-peer recognition program that allows employees to send electronic or physical thank-you cards to outstanding colleagues throughout the university. When you notice an employee going above and beyond in performing their job duties, PAWS and Say Thanks is a quick and easy way to express how much you appreciate their hard work. Today and everyday we encourage you to Paws and Say Thanks. Let’s see how many people we can thank today and throughout the week!

Explore the Recognition Toolbox

• Get creative and plan an appreciation suggestion from the Recognition Toolbox.

Take a Gratitude Break

Reflect and write down down 3-5 things you are most thankful for and also check out the 13 Most Popular Gratitude Exercises and Activities for more suggestions.

Garden Story Walk

• Come out to the gardens for a Garden Story Walk. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful JC Raulston Arboretum gardens and read a good story at the same time!
• Time: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
• Location: JC Raulston Arboretum, 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, NC 27606

Mental Health Awareness for Leaders (webinar)

• Managing individuals who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns can be a difficult balancing act. Your role is to manage performance and to bring out the best in your workforce, but accomplishing this often requires you to express concern and support when employees struggle emotionally.This course covers ways employees may present their distress and offers insights and strategies on forging supportive empathic alliances within the role of manager.
• Time: 9:00-10:00 am
• Register here

Murphy Center Tour

• The Murphy Center houses every aspect of Wolfpack football, including sports medicine, equipment, academics, and the strength and conditioning center. The center has been described as one of the best football facilities in the country. Space on the tour is limited, so reserve your spot as soon as possible. The tour group will meet at the wolf statue in front of the football center, which is located at 4600 Trinity Road in Raleigh.
• Time: 10:00-11:00 am
• Must Register to participate

Desk Break Stretch (Virtual)

• Take time to recharge wherever you are and participate in a virtual, instructor-led desk break stretch. You’ll need space to stand and stretch for this class.
• Time: 11:00-11:15 am
• Register Here

Pickleball

• Drop-In Pickleball will be open for free play! The courts will be shorter than standard, but still very accessible for players of all skill levels. No racket…No problem! We have 8 rackets for those who need one. Games played to 7. A moderator will be on-site to help manage questions or concerns.
• Time: 11:30 am -1:00 pm
• Location: Centennial Campus, Research Building IV, Suite 1700.

Trivia

• Grab your lunch and bring some friends for this trivia event hosted by NC State University Libraries staff. Play as a team or an individual. Free and open to everyone, and prizes for each round! Registration is not required.
• Time: 12:15-1:00 pm
• Location: Partners Building I (NC State University), Suite 1650 1017 Main Campus Dr, Raleigh, NC

Nuclear Reactor Tour

• The PULSTAR nuclear Reactor is one of two PULSTAR reactors that were built but is the only one still in operation. Space on the tour is limited, so reserve your spot as soon as possible. The tour group will meet in the lobby of the lab by the big blue sign. Enter the building through the north entrance.
• Tour policy requires participants to provide a photo ID during the check-in process.
• Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
• Location: Burlington Nuclear Engineering Lab, 2500 Katharine Stinson Drive
• Must Register to participate.

Virtual Pet Show and Tell

• Show off your furry or non furry friend in a virtual setting. Each participant will be given approximately 1 minute or so to introduce or show off their pet on camera. If you don’t have a pet, but want to see all the cute pets, you can still join in on the fun. We will take a virtual “pet show and tell” photo at the end so be sure you are camera ready. Participation in the photo is optional. Pets are NOT allowed in the offices or buildings of NC State. This is a virtual only event.
• Time: 1:15-1:45
• Register here

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Embracing Gratitude at Work

• Research into positive psychology has shown that consciously seeking out opportunities to express your thanks is extremely meaningful for the recipient, but also for your own happiness and fulfillment. In this short video, learn strategies for showing your colleagues how appreciative and grateful you really are
• 3 minutes, 11 seconds
• Watch Here

Wellness and Recreation

Have you visited NC State’s extraordinary Wellness and Recreation Center and Carmichael Gym? If not, employees are invited to stop by the main entrance this week and inquire about the self guided tours during the hours of 9am – 4pm. Groups can also request Facility Tours by contacting Amanda Lawther at alawthe@ncsu.edu.  Employees can take advantage of a FREE 30-Day Trial Membership as well. Please visit, Faculty and Staff Memberships for more information.

WolfPerks

Check out the latest Wolfperks for employees!

Centennial Campus Food Trucks

A rotating schedule of food trucks are available weekdays in the Venture Center courtyard. View schedule.

Our Extraordinary Pack

• https://hr.ncsu.edu/extraordinary-pack/

The Happiness Advantage

• https://www.shawnachor.com/books/happiness-advantage/

8 Unique Ways You Can Build A Culture of Appreciation in 2023

• https://blog.vantagecircle.com/culture-of-appreciation/

70 Fun and Creative Ways to Say Thank You to Your Staff

• https://content.wisestep.com/fun-creative-ways-say-thank-staff/

20 Fun Virtual Thank You Ideas For Employee Appreciation

• https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-thank-you-ideas