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Feature Story: The Importance of DUO Two Factor AuthenticationGet To Know a Broncho: Jenny Taylor, Coordinator of Academic SuccessSummer 2022 at UCOHeat-Related IllnessCongratulations MDP and LUCO GraduatesKeep Moving for a Healthier YouKeeping yourself safe from the sun!Deer Oaks EAP Monthly NewsletterStaff Senate UpdatesFaculty Senate Update

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Roberta Botello, Executive Assistant to the CIO

Q&A session with Matt Barnes, Manager of Information Security Services, Office of Information Technology

Q: Hi Matt, what is Duo Two Factor Authentication?

A: “Duo’s two-factor authentication (2FA) program integrates an added layer of security of your UCO accounts by requiring an additional level of authentication beyond your . . .  read more

Jenny Taylor, Coordinator of Academic Success

What is your background?

I’m a lifelong Oklahoma girl, living in the little town where my family has been for 6 or 7 generations. I put my traditional college student path on hold when I got the opportunity to work in oil and gas. I spent 6 years in the energy industry before the layoff wave finally got me – Okies, you know how that story goes! At 30 years old starting . . .  read more

Rebecca M. Quoss-Moore, Assistant Professor & President of 2SLGBTQIA+ Faculty Staff Association

UCO will be represented at both OKC Pride festivals this June. The 2SLGBTQIA+ Faculty Staff Association is coordinating a table for the Pride on 39^th Festival, June 3-5, and the Center is organizing a table for OKC Pridefest at Scissortail Park, June 24-26. Offices across campus are contributing materials to showcase UCO’s community . . .  read more

Lily Peirce, Benefits Specialist

We are excited to announce this year, the UCO Benefits Team has partnered with the Department of Wellness and Sport​​​​​​​ to host a Summer Wellness Challenge for UCO faculty and staff. This challenge is meant to encourage faculty and staff to get active while enjoying the summer weather and half day Fridays. For this wellness challenge, . . .  read more

Jeff Mlekush, Coordinator Safety Operations

It’s getting hot! Summer is here! Know the signs of heat-related illnesses and know what to do if you or those around you exhibit symptoms.

Heat Stroke

What to look for:

• High

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Jill Lynch-Silva, Talent Development Specialist

In recent weeks, we took time to celebrate our most recent graduates from our Management Development Program (MDP) and Leadership UCO (LUCO) program. During the ceremonies we were able to hear their testimony on how much they’ve learned and how the information from these programs has affected their professional and personal lives. Take a look at . . .  read more

Aetna

Staying active and exercising regularly can help you feel your best. Experts say to get at least 2 1/2 hours of moderate activity a week. But you don’t have to do it all at once. Even 10-minute blocks during the day can help.

What counts as exercise? Anything that raises your heart rate and makes you breathe harder like walking quickly or brisk . . .  read more

Jeff Mlekush, Coordinator Safety Operations

Here is helpful information from the Centers for Disease Control about how to protect yourself from sunburn and lessen the chances of developing skin cancer from sun exposure.

Sun Safety

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Too much sun can cause skin cancer. Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress, and get vitamin . . .  read more

All UCO faculty and staff have access to the EAP through Deer Oaks. The EAP provides free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, prevention and education services for you, dependents living at home or elsewhere and anyone who lives in your household. View the monthly newsletter on the Hub.