HR News Stories Category: Appreciation, Awards and Recognition
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July 29, 2016
Ohio State Staff Celebrated During Appreciation Week
The Ohio State University’s tremendous staff were celebrated on July 24 – 30, 2016, during the university’s annual Staff Appreciation Week. Several campus-wide events and activities were hosted for the thousands of Ohio State staff members to thank them for their dedication to advancing the university’s mission.
July 27, 2016
Facilities Operations and Development Receives APPA 2016 Award for Excellence
Staff in the Facilities Operations and Development (FOD) department at The Ohio State University recently received national recognition for their outstanding achievements in facilities management.
July 19, 2016
College of Dentistry Employee Named Outstanding Staff Member
Joseph Saggio (College of Dentistry) was awarded the college’s Outstanding Staff Award. This award recognizes a staff member whose actions inspire others to excellence in workplace achievement and performance.
July 8, 2016
Ohio State Faculty and Staff Made Every Minute Count in The Rivals Challenge
The Ohio State University and the University of Michigan went toe-to-toe in a battle of the fittest and after eight weeks of “healthy competition,” Ohio State faculty and staff have been declared this year’s Rivals Challenge champion.
June 24, 2016
Barbara Jones Warren Named 2016 Psychiatric Nurse of the Year
Professor Barbara Jones Warren (Clinical Nursing) has been named the 2016 Psychiatric Nurse of the Year by the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA).
June 23, 2016
Faculty Honored as Distinguished University Professors
Three professors at The Ohio State University have been named Distinguished University Professors, the highest academic distinction at the university. The annual award recognizes faculty who thrive in teaching, research and service.
June 20, 2016
Ohio State Employees Receive "Forty Under 40" Award
Four Ohio State employees were named to Columbus Business First’s prestigious “Forty Under 40” list, which honors up-and-coming professionals and community leaders in Central Ohio.
June 17, 2016
American Heart Association Recognizes Ohio State as Fit-Friendly Employer
The Ohio State University has been recognized as a 2016 platinum level recipient of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Fit-Friendly Worksites recognition program. Platinum is the highest level of recognition.
June 1, 2016
Ohio State Professor Elected to National Academy of Sciences
Professor Clark Spencer Larsen (Anthropology) has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, one of nation’s highest scholarly honors. He joins just ten other Ohio State faculty members who have received this distinction.
June 1, 2016
Kristi Cheramie Wins 2016-17 Rome Prize Fellowship
Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture Kristi Cheramie (Knowlton School of Architecture) was recently named a winner of the prestigious 2016-17 Rome Prize Fellowship by the American Academy in Rome.
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May 27, 2025
Total Rewards Survey Results and Tuition Assistance Update
Results from Ohio State’s Total Rewards Survey are now available. This important feedback provides insight into the preferences and value faculty and staff place on various offerings as employees of Ohio State. This feedback is one part of the holistic process used to plan future investments in benefits and compensation over time.
May 7, 2025
New Manage Absence Experience in Workday
New desktop and mobile experiences in Workday now provide a more efficient and user-friendly approach to viewing and requesting time away from work. Manage Absence, replacing the current Absence worklet for employees, reduces clicks, enhances visibility and makes essential absence-related tasks easier to find.
April 29, 2025
Mental Health Resources & Programs for Employees
Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on prioritizing emotional well-being, reducing the stigma of mental health and increasing access to resources. The workplace plays a vital role in overall health and well-being, and Ohio State is committed to fostering an environment where employees feel supported.
March 12, 2025
Buckeye Performance Campus Employee Training
Training is now available for campus employees of colleges and units adopting Buckeye Performance.
February 21, 2025
New Workday Notifications for Timely Business Process Approvals
Starting March 4, a new weekly notification from Workday will help reduce the number of overdue compensation transactions, preventing errors and delays that could impact employees.
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June 24, 2025
Policy Reminder: Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions
The Ohio State University is committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for the campus community. The Self-Disclosure of Criminal Convictions Policy, 4.17 provides guidance and outlines responsibilities for self-disclosures.
June 10, 2025
From Student to Leader: Caitlyn Hull’s Inspiring Journey at Ohio State
Inspired by her experiences as an Ohio State student, Caitlyn Hull turned her passion into a career in women’s health care at Ohio State.
May 20, 2025
Paid Time Off Policy Reminder and Mental Health Awareness
The Ohio State University is committed to fostering a supportive environment where faculty and staff can thrive. As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, remember that the Paid Time Off Policy, 6.27 offers guidance and promotes the well-being of faculty and staff by helping to balance career, personal and family life.
May 20, 2025
Ohio State voted on ColumBEST list of top employers
(614) Magazine’s ColumBEST reader-voted awards have named The Ohio State University as a top employer with more than 500 employees. Ohio State has been included on the top three list for 12 consecutive years in the special edition of the local Columbus magazine that recognizes the very best our city has to offer.
April 30, 2025
Ohio State Listening Survey
Ohio State is conducting the Ohio State Listening Survey to collect feedback from faculty and staff May 1-19, 2025. The survey builds on the 2024 Presidential Listening Survey and asks about your experience at Ohio State.