HR Calendar
Upcoming HR Dates & Deadlines
June 16
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Two orientations are held – one for campus employees and one for medical center employees.
June 19
June 23
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
June 24
Intended Audience: People leaders who have direct reports
This 3-hour instructor led virtual workshop challenges you to think about how you will develop your team for professional growth and career growth along with the methods you can utilize to support that growth.
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: CarmenZoom
June 30
The Ohio State University offers eligible employees and their dependents the opportunity to advance their education at Ohio State. Applications must be submitted each term. Autumn 2025 term enrollment window is June 30 – August 29, 2025. See the Tuition Assistance page for more information.
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Two orientations are held – one for campus employees and one for medical center employees.
July 4
July 7
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
July 8
This 1-hour webinar provides you with information that you need to understand Ohio State tuition assistance benefits for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition benefit and the Dependent Tuition Assistance benefit. During this session, Benefits Consultants will review the tuition benefits and possible taxation implications, and the tuition benefits election deadlines. Also the Benefits Consultants will review the enrollment steps in Workday for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition and Dependent Tuition Assistance benefits. Time is allotted for Questions & Answers.
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Zoom
July 14
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
July 15
The Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimburses eligible employees up to $125 quarterly for an eligible service or expense. Employees have until July 15, 2025 to submit a claim for eligible expenses incurred from April 1 – June 30, 2025 to HealthEquity. All requests for reimbursement must be received by HealthEquity no later than July 15, 2025. Unused funds do not roll over to the following quarter.
See LSA filing instructions and a list of eligible expenses.
July 16
Intended Audience: People leaders who have direct reports
In this 3-hour instructor led workshop, you’ll learn about the significance of engagement at work, the importance of intrinsic motivators and how to utilize engagement strategies on your team, including tips on leading hybrid/remote teams.
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: Office of Human Resources, 1590 North High St., Gateway Building (Room 425A)
July 21
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
July 22
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
July 23
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
July 24
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
July 25
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
July 26
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
July 27
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week is an annual celebration of Ohio State faculty and staff to recognize their contributions to the university. Throughout the week of July 21, 2025, several activities are planned for faculty and staff. See the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week website for more information.
July 28
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
August 4
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
August 7
This is a 1 hour and 30 minute training. Join Ohio State’s Human Resources Benefits Department for a comprehensive 1-hour webinar on Birth and Adoption. Geared towards faculty and staff, this session offers valuable insights and practical tips for planning your life event. Discover how to navigate benefits, leaves of absence, paid time off, and the Buckeye Baby program. Get your questions answered by our knowledgeable Benefits Consultants and Buckeye Baby team during the 30-minute Q&A session that follows the presentation. Please note that while we strive to cover as much ground as possible, we may not be able to provide personalized advice. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about important considerations when having a baby at Ohio State.
Time: 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
August 8
This 1-hour webinar provides you with information that you need to understand Ohio State tuition assistance benefits for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition benefit and the Dependent Tuition Assistance benefit. During this session, Benefits Consultants will review the tuition benefits and possible taxation implications, and the tuition benefits election deadlines. Also the Benefits Consultants will review the enrollment steps in Workday for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition and Dependent Tuition Assistance benefits. Time is allotted for Questions & Answers.
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Zoom
August 11
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
To introduce new Ohio State employees to the culture of Ohio State and set them up for success from their first day, all newly hired staff will attend a virtual orientation. Orientation will focus on Buckeye pride and inspire new employees to value how we consistently work together to build our legacy through collaboration, a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
August 13
Intended Audience: People leaders who have direct reports
In this three hour instructor led workshop, learn strategies to build team cohesion and work through various group dynamics. You will be given time to practice what you learn and apply these tools in your own leader practices.
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: Office of Human Resources, 1590 North High St., Gateway Building (Room 425A)
August 18
This 150-minute webinar will provide faculty and staff with the information needed to make informed choices regarding Retirement and Health and Welfare options as a new hire. This session will provide a combination of Retirement. Health and Welfare Benefits, Tuition Assistance and Additional benefits information. The first 60-minutes focused on Retirement Plan choices, the second 60-minutes focused on Health and Welfare Plan choices and the final section will review Tuition Assistance and additional benefits.
Details and Registration
Time: 12:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Zoom
August 21
This 1-hour webinar provides you with information that you need to understand Ohio State tuition assistance benefits for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition benefit and the Dependent Tuition Assistance benefit. During this session, Benefits Consultants will review the tuition benefits and possible taxation implications, and the tuition benefits election deadlines. Also the Benefits Consultants will review the enrollment steps in Workday for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition and Dependent Tuition Assistance benefits. Time is allotted for Questions & Answers.
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Zoom
August 29
The Ohio State University offers eligible employees and their dependents the opportunity to advance their education at Ohio State. Applications must be submitted each term. Autumn 2025 term enrollment window is June 30 – August 29, 2025. See the Tuition Assistance page for more information.
September 1
September 16
This 1-hour webinar is brought to you by Ohio State’s Human Resources Benefits department.
The intended audience is faculty and staff within 12 months of retiring or up to 5 years from their anticipated retirement date. This session will provide faculty and staff an overview of considerations for planning a retirement from Ohio State. Followed by additional time (up to 30 minutes) for a question-and-answer session will follow the presentation but please be aware we are unable to provide individualized retirement or investment advice.
To get the best experience, consider reviewing your annual retirement statements from OPERS, STRS, and/or social security.
Time: 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
September 22
Intended Audience: People leaders who have direct reports
This 3-hour instructor led virtual workshop challenges you to think about how you will develop your team for professional growth and career growth along with the methods you can utilize to support that growth.
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: CarmenZoom
October 9
This is a 1 hour and 30 minute training. Join Ohio State’s Human Resources Benefits Department for a comprehensive 1-hour webinar on Birth and Adoption. Geared towards faculty and staff, this session offers valuable insights and practical tips for planning your life event. Discover how to navigate benefits, leaves of absence, paid time off, and the Buckeye Baby program. Get your questions answered by our knowledgeable Benefits Consultants and Buckeye Baby team during the 30-minute Q&A session that follows the presentation. Please note that while we strive to cover as much ground as possible, we may not be able to provide personalized advice. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about important considerations when having a baby at Ohio State.
Time: 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
October 15
The Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimburses eligible employees up to $125 quarterly for an eligible service or expense. Employees have until October 15, 2025 to submit a claim for eligible expenses incurred from July 1 – September 30, 2025 to HealthEquity. All requests for reimbursement must be received by HealthEquity no later than October 15, 2025. Unused funds do not roll over to the following quarter.
See LSA filing instructions and a list of eligible expenses.
Intended Audience: People leaders who have direct reports
In this 3-hour instructor led workshop, you’ll learn about the significance of engagement at work, the importance of intrinsic motivators and how to utilize engagement strategies on your team, including tips on leading hybrid/remote teams.
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: Office of Human Resources, 1590 North High St., Gateway Building (Room 425A)
November 11
November 12
Intended Audience: People leaders who have direct reports
In this three hour instructor led workshop, learn strategies to build team cohesion and work through various group dynamics. You will be given time to practice what you learn and apply these tools in your own leader practices.
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Location: Office of Human Resources, 1590 North High St., Gateway Building (Room 425A)
November 18
This 1-hour webinar is brought to you by Ohio State’s Human Resources Benefits department.
The intended audience is faculty and staff within 12 months of retiring or up to 5 years from their anticipated retirement date. This session will provide faculty and staff an overview of considerations for planning a retirement from Ohio State. Followed by additional time (up to 30 minutes) for a question-and-answer session will follow the presentation but please be aware we are unable to provide individualized retirement or investment advice.
To get the best experience, consider reviewing your annual retirement statements from OPERS, STRS, and/or social security.
Time: 12 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom
November 24
The Ohio State University offers eligible employees and their dependents the opportunity to advance their education at Ohio State. Applications must be submitted each term. Spring 2026 term enrollment window is November 24, 2025 – January 16, 2026. See the Tuition Assistance page for more information.
November 25
This 1-hour webinar provides you with information that you need to understand Ohio State tuition assistance benefits for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition benefit and the Dependent Tuition Assistance benefit. During this session, Benefits Consultants will review the tuition benefits and possible taxation implications, and the tuition benefits election deadlines. Also the Benefits Consultants will review the enrollment steps in Workday for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition and Dependent Tuition Assistance benefits. Time is allotted for Questions & Answers.
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Zoom
November 27
November 28
December 9
This 1-hour webinar provides you with information that you need to understand Ohio State tuition assistance benefits for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition benefit and the Dependent Tuition Assistance benefit. During this session, Benefits Consultants will review the tuition benefits and possible taxation implications, and the tuition benefits election deadlines. Also the Benefits Consultants will review the enrollment steps in Workday for both the Faculty and Staff Tuition and Dependent Tuition Assistance benefits. Time is allotted for Questions & Answers.
Time: 12 – 1 p.m.
Location: Zoom