Past Events

Grief can manifest in a variety of ways and can be particular to individuals. There is not one right way to grieve whether it is the loss or anticipated loss of a loved one, a pet, a relationship, a dream, or a job. Whether validated or minimized, grief will present in a variety of ways, emotionally, physically, and socially. Understanding the complexities of grief can help you understand your own reactions and/or help you support others. This session will discuss the stages of grief, different types of grief, external influences, and self-care practices. Optional 5 week virtual psychoeducational group will begin Thursday, April 2, 2026 12:00-1:00 p.m. If you’d like an individual meeting to talk about the elements of grief, please email eap@austin.utexas.edu to request a counseling session with facilitator Laura Gomez-Horton, or call 512-471-3366. Please sign up via UT Learn.

This creative coding workshop introduces attendees to PyGame, a free and open-source cross-platform library for the development of multimedia applications like video games using Python.

This in-person session invites attendees to reconsider what generative AI means for creative labor and the future of creative work.

The Scan Tech Studio will be at BIPOC PoP teaching folks how to archive food memories through zinemaking, digital archiving, scanning, oral histories, and mapping.

Join UT Staff Council Representatives and fellow staff members for a Waller Creek Clean-Up from 3-4 p.m. Immediately following the clean-up, consider joining for an optional social hour at Scholz Garten.

UT Staff are invited to join the UT Staff Toastmasters Club to practice and improve your public speaking and leadership skills, self-confidence, and career opportunities in a very supportive environment while having fun and helping each other grow. Please bring your lunch and join us!

Join Musculoskeletal Institute Specialists from UTHealth for a practical session on preventing common musculoskeletal injuries among university employees. Learn how everyday work habits can contribute to neck, back, shoulder, hip, and knee pain—and discover simple, evidence-based strategies including ergonomics, posture tips, and easy stretches to reduce strain, improve movement, and protect your body at work and beyond.

Spring is a time to leverage the introspection of Winter, let go of what no longer serves us, and plant new intentions to mindfully cultivate meaningful experiences to come. This 75-minute IN PERSON mindfulness workshop includes a gentle hatha yoga practice appropriate for all levels and ability, breathwork, journaling, and guided visualization. We practice intentional silence during this session to enjoy the stress reducing benefits that pausing and reflecting can bring to our body and being. The retreat will be facilitated by Geeti Shirazi Mahajan, LCSW-S, one of the counselors at the Employee Assistance Program. Geeti is also certified as a Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT). The workshop will be held in person in the Rowling Hall Special Events Room (RRH 5.210) on Wednesday, March 4th, from 10:30am-12:00pm. Please sign up through UT Learn to reserve your spot.

Take 4 Steps Toward Retirement Readiness by Lincoln Financial Planning for retirement doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Join us for this practical, interactive session designed to help you build confidence and clarity around your financial future. You’ll learn four essential steps to assess where you are now, identify gaps, and take actionable steps toward long-term retirement readiness. Whether you’re early in your career or approaching retirement, this session will provide tools and insights to help you make informed decisions and move forward with purpose. This event is both Virtual and in-person. Register for your preferred below.

The Open Educational Resources (OER) Working Group invites you to celebrate Open Education Week (March 2-6) by joining Drs. Jocelly Meiners and Anel Brandl as they discuss their recent Open Education project, Estamos aquí! Comunidades bilingües e identidades regionales de los Estados Unidos.