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A Wellness Journey

Laker Thrive Series

Health and wellness initiative for employees

The Laker Thrive Series is a new health and wellness initiative designed for all SUNY Oswego employees. This series offers a range of enriching activities aimed at promoting well-being and fostering community.

What to Know

  • All activities are free to all employees: Please note some events have a limited number of spots available.
  • Eligibility: Every employee is welcome! Whether you're part-time, adjunct, temporary, non-state, from Auxiliary Services, Research Foundation, WRVO, or any other department, the Laker Thrive Series is open to you.
  • Rewards for Participation: Engage in at least 3 activities and complete the associated Google form to earn a stylish t-shirt or a water bottle.
  • Easy Tracking: Participation is made simple with electronic tracking. Whether it's scanning a QR code or clicking on a link, we've ensured a seamless experience for all participants.
  • The Grand Prize: For our most enthusiastic participants, those who engage in 10 or more activities and complete the Google form will have the chance to win:
    • A free membership to the Fitness Center and Lee Hall (5 available)
    • A pair of tickets to an Athletic Event (10 pairs, totaling 20 tickets)
    • Tickets to an Arts/Theater performance (5 pairs, totaling 10 tickets)
  • Laker Thrive Listserv: Sign up to receive email updates of upcoming activities and events for Laker Thrive.

Towards better health and wellness!
 

Faculty/Staff Free Open Skate

Grab your skates and your friends, and head to the ice rink! 

Look for Oswego Employee Family Night this falls semester.

Pickleball Paddles

Open Recreation Pickleball

Come to Swetman Gym and play (or learn how to play) pickleball with fellow Oswego employees. Come and go as you please. Bring your whole department out for some fun. All equipment provided.

Fridays, August 29 to December 5  from 11:30-1:30 pm

Rice Creek Events

Fresh Air. Fresh Start at Rice Creek - Friday, Sep 12 from 1-4 pm - Kayaking, games, meditation, hiking and more.

Romney Field House Walking Hours

Walk the Romney Field House track during the cold winter months.  For more information how to use Romney Field House, please visit the Oswego Athletics website.

 

Walking Challenge

Join the Walking Challenge during the month of September by taking proactive steps to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.  There are numerous benefits to both walking and staying active, and we hope that you will see that throughout this program and beyond.  Prizes available for participation!   Contact Carey Barnette at [email protected] with any questions you may have.

Walking to wellness link: Please sign up here

 

Open Recreation Beach Volleyball

 

 

Pumpkin Run

Pumpkin Run

Saturday, October 18 at 1om during Family and Friends Weekend. More information coming soon.
 

Intro to Fitness Presentation

Look out for more presentations

CPR/AED and First Aid

Get certified in CPR/AED and first aid through the American Red Cross. The course will include two hours of in-person training and up to two hours of online training. American Red Cross training is good for two years. Maximum of 10 participants. We plan on offering a class in November or early Decemeber.

If interested, please email carey.barnette.oswego.edu.

Sleep Challenge

The 30-day sleep challenge is a self-guided program to encourage better sleep.  Topics include goal setting, clearing the mind, creating a sleep environment, reflection, nutrition, sleep tracking, and more. Participants will receive a fillable PDF document to track progress.  The first 20 participants will receive a sleep spray and sleep mask.

Not being offered in Fall 2025 semester

Nutrition Lunch & Learn Seminars

  • Monthly lecture/discussion drop-in sessions: Coming soon

Library Lunchtime Yarn Crafting

Come join fellow crafters the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Time: Noon to 1 pm

Location:  Penfield 215

Discover Wellness: Find a Healthier You

This 5-week virtual wellness program empowers participants to make simple healthy behavior changes. Earn free prizes, build relationships, and learn about wellness. 15 people/cohort.

Spring 2026 

Book Club

Coming Soon