HR News Stories Category: Appreciation, Awards and Recognition
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May 13, 2016
Distinguished Staff Awards Honor Significant Contributions by Outstanding Ohio State Staff
The Distinguished Staff Award, the university’s highest staff recognition, celebrates staff members who have made an impact at The Ohio State University. Each year, the award honors 12 staff members for their outstanding leadership, accomplishments and service to the university.
May 6, 2016
Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards Celebrate Important Diversity and Inclusion Work throughout Ohio State
In support of encouraging important diversity work throughout the university, the Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award annually recognizes up to five recipients for exceptional diversity efforts.
March 29, 2016
Ohio State Named One of the Nation’s Best Employers
Forbes has named The Ohio State University as one of America’s Best Employers in 2016. The university ranked 53rd in Forbes’ list of 500 employers—securing the top spot in the Big Ten, second in Ohio employers and in the top 15 of all higher education institutions.
March 1, 2016
Ohio State Named One of 2016 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs
Ohio State has been listed as one of 19 universities to be awarded 2016 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs, according to a national study.
September 17, 2015
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Football Game Recognizes Dedication of Ohio State Faculty and Staff
The success of the university is a result of the dedication and teamwork Ohio State faculty and staff demonstrate every day.
June 15, 2015
Ohio State Recognized by Heart Association as Fit-Friendly Worksite
Ohio State has been recognized as a Platinum-Level Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association (AHA) for helping employees eat better and move more.
May 22, 2015
Congratulations to the 2015 Distinguished Staff Award Recipients
The Distinguished Staff Awards recognize and celebrate staff members who have made an impact at The Ohio State University. The award honors staff members for their outstanding leadership, accomplishments and service to the university.
May 14, 2015
The Ohio State University Voted Best Columbus Employer by (614) Magazine
The Ohio State University has been named as the top Columbus employer for the second consecutive year by (614) Magazine. In addition to being the best place to work, the magazine recognized the university’s prominence in the community and the integral part it has played in building the city.
May 12, 2015
Congratulations to the 2015 Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards Recipients
The Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards recognize and reward individuals who have led exceptional diversity efforts at The Ohio State University. Award recipients shape the university with cutting-edge curriculum, mentorship, programs or policies.
March 6, 2015
Ohio State Athletics Named One of the Best Places to Work in Sports
The Ohio State University Department of Athletics has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Sports by Forbes.com. Ohio State’s Department of Athletics was the only collegiate organization to make the list of national leaders in sports employment.
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September 17, 2025
Academic Winter Recess to Begin in 2025
Ohio State is instituting an annual Academic Winter Recess from December 26–31 each year starting in 2025, as announced by President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. during the State of the University address on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Specific dates for the 2025 Academic Winter Recess are Dec. 26 and Dec. 29-31.
September 9, 2025
In Case You Missed It: HR Workday Summer Recap
Over the past few months, Human Resources has implemented several key updates in Workday to improve efficiency and user experience for both employees and people leaders.
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.
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December 2, 2025
Review your 2026 benefits summary by Dec. 5
Your 2026 benefits summary is now available in Workday. Take a few minutes to review your elections and make sure everything looks right before the final change window closes.
October 3, 2025
From Student to Mentor: How Brenna Truax is Shaping Student Success
Brenna Truax knows firsthand how meaningful student support can be – she’s led the very team that once shaped her as an Ohio State student. At Ohio State Mansfield, her job drew on her passion of helping students grow as leaders, learners and educators. Rooted in her own experience, she has advanced her career and is now a student support specialist with Ohio State Online.
September 23, 2025
Policy Reminder: Drug-Free Workplace
The Ohio State University maintains a drug-free work and living environment to ensure the health and safety of all students, employees and visitors. The unlawful use, possession or distribution of drugs and alcohol on university property or in university vehicles on or off campus is prohibited.
August 11, 2025
Reminder: Nursing Mother and Lactation Rooms Available
Ohio State is committed to providing support throughout the pregnancy and breastfeeding journey. With August being National Breastfeeding Month, remember that there are more than 60 lactation spaces across all campuses and locations that promote the well-being of faculty and staff by helping to balance career, personal and family life.
July 28, 2025
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Football Game
Faculty and staff have an opportunity to enter for a chance to be randomly selected to receive four complimentary tickets to the Ohio State vs. Ohio University football game on Saturday, Sept. 13. Opt-in by Monday, Aug. 11 at 11:59 p.m. EST for the opportunity to receive tickets based on a randomized selection process.