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Digital Detox Challenge is underway
The Digital Detox Challenge encourages participants to build greater awareness and connection by exploring the benefits of reducing technology use. Through practical tips and weekly activities, employees will learn to become more mindful of their technology habits and identify ways to limit screen time. Topics include unplugging during meals, at work, before bed and while on vacation. Participants will also be encouraged to track at least three tech-free activities each week throughout the challenge.
Registration for the Digital Detox Challenge is now open. The challenge runs Monday, July 13, through Sunday, Aug. 9. Those who complete and record at least three activities for each of the four weeks of the challenge will receive 25 My Wellness points. All activity must be recorded by the end of the day on Monday, Aug. 10. This is final wellness challenge in the 2025-26 My Wellness program year and thus the final opportunity to earn 25 My Wellness points before the My Wellness program year ends on Aug. 14.
How do I enroll in the challenge?
Go to the My Wellness portal and enter your personal username and password. Select challenges from the upper menu or dashboard tile. Under “Available Challenges,” select “Get Started” and “Continue.” You are now enrolled in the challenge. First-time users should see the “How do I enroll?” section of the My Wellness Program website.
How do I log my activity?
Log in to the My Wellness portal and click on the “Challenges” tile. Select “Digital Detox Challenge.” Select a date and then enter the activity. After entering the amount, click “Submit.” Participants will need to log the previous week’s activities prior to the start of each new week.
How am I eligible for My Wellness points and chances for giveaway prizes?
The goal is to complete at least three digital detox activities for each of the four weeks. Participants who meet the goal and record this activity in the My Wellness portal will be awarded 25 My Wellness points. Participants who meet weekly goals will also be entered into the weekly prize giveaway (the week ends each Sunday at 7 p.m.). The challenge will be held Monday, July 13, through Sunday, Aug. 9. Registration began Monday, July 6. All activity must be recorded by the end of Aug. 10 to receive My Wellness points.
Financial Planning and Wellness Benefit now available!
At Marquette, we understand that wellness isn’t just physical, it’s financial, too. And we’ve heard our employees who have been asking for more tools and resources to help with their financial planning. That is why we are pleased to introduce the financial wellness services of Francis LLC.
This benefit connects you with down-to-earth financial planners who can educate and advise on a variety of money matters. They have no investment products to sell, so you can feel confident that you will always receive completely objective advice. There are no per session fees, so you can meet with a financial planner as often as you wish, and spouses are welcome to attend as well. For more information, check out the My Financial Health page.
Free health and wellness coaching available through My Wellness program
As part of the My Wellness program, employees and their spouses have access to free, one-on-one, confidential health and wellness coaching. Whether to support a specific aspect of physical, emotional or financial wellness or to provide more general wellness support, various coaching programs can speak to individuals at different stages of life. Some of these programs include weight management, heart health, prenatal wellness, and stress management. All the offerings can be found on the Health Coaching page.
With the rising cost of health care, this free wellness coaching can be a cost-friendly support tool to help prevent and manage certain physical and mental health conditions and possibly reduce the need for certain healthcare expenses. Additionally, employees and their spouses earn 25 My Wellness points for completion of each coaching program, up to a maximum of 100 points per program year.
Individuals can sign up for a health coaching program either by going to the online health coaching hub, calling 800-882-2109, or emailing coaching@mywellportal.com.
Professional health coaching related to perimenopause and menopause is now available through the My Wellness program’s UCentered offering. The UCentered health coaching program exists for women approaching or already experiencing perimenopause and menopause to confidently navigate these natural, yet challenging, phases. Select the “Coaching” tab in the My Wellness portal to sign up.
Individuals will work in partnership with certified health coaches to explore lifestyle adjustments such as nutrition, exercise, and sleep hygiene to help manage the physical symptoms of menopause. Members will also learn effective stress-reduction techniques, such as mindfulness, relaxation exercises, and breathing practices, which can be invaluable in managing mood changes.
September 1, 2025 - August 14, 2026
Marquette University values your success, health and well-being. The My Wellness Program provides activities that reward you for evaluating, and making simple, sustainable changes to improve your life. My Wellness continues to focus on physical, financial, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Employees, and their spouse enrolled in the medical plan with Marquette, will continue to have the opportunity to earn FSA or HSA dollars based on their participation in the program and their medical plan election the following year. The program opportunities and point structure are easy to understand and track on the Marquette My Wellness Portal. Questions? Benefits@marquette.edu
Examples of ways to earn points:
- To emphasize the importance of seeing your Primary Care Provider (PCP), participants can earn 200 points for visiting their PCP this year.
- For employees, and their spouse enrolled in the medical plan with Marquette, participants can earn 50 points for consulting with Tria Health. This free and confidential call to a pharmacist will help optimize medications taken, including checking for interactions with over-the-counter products.
- Free 1:1 Health Coaching is available, participants can earn 100 points. Coaches can provide guidance and inspiration to make impactful behavioral changes to improve nutrition, manage stress, enhance fitness, improve sleep habits, and more.
- Earn your first 25 points for registering, go to My Wellness.
How to get started
- Go to Marquette.mywellportal.com.
- New users will select ‘Register for a new account’.
- Enter the code ‘marquette’.
- Create an account (create username and password of your choice).
- On the following page employees will enter their MU ID • Spouses will enter the employee’s MU ID + S + DOB (DOB = spouse's DOB in format dd/mm/yyyy).
- Select the ‘My Wellness’ tile on the homepage to enroll in the 2025-2026 program.
If you've enrolled in the past, you can start earning rewards for the 2025-2026 My Wellness year:
- Login to Marquette.mywellportal.com.
- Go to the Rewards page. Collect 25 points for starting your 2025-2026 Wellness Year.
- Continue logging your activity throughout the My Wellness Year to earn more points toward quarterly raffles and FSA/HSA credits for 2027.
After registering on the My Wellness Portal, begin using the resources on the site and start tracking your activity. The reward structure is simple; you’ll start earning rewards just by registering. Learn more on the My Wellness Program Information site.
