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Academic Recess Announced for December 27-30, 2022
The Ohio State University is invoking its Weather or Other Short-Term Closing Policy 6.15 as an academic recess to support the health, safety and well-being of the university’s workforce. All academic campuses will close December 27-30, 2022.
Staff Compensation Policy
The Salary Administration & Classification policy has been renamed the "Staff Compensation Policy 3.10," and the content has been revised effective Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022. The update merges two policies, and most content is carried over from the previous policies.
October 26, 2022 |
Open Enrollment: New Lifestyle Spending Accounts Coming in 2023
During Open Enrollment, Ohio State is sharing information about a new benefit that will be available in 2023 – Lifestyle Spending Accounts (LSA). An LSA allows you to personalize your benefits and be reimbursed for eligible expenses that support overall health and well-being.
October 17, 2022 |
Ohio State honored with 2022 Governor’s Inclusive Employer Award
The Ohio State University and the Wexner Medical Center were honored with the 2022 Governor’s Inclusive Employer Award on October 17, 2022. The award recognizes the commitment to individuals with disabilities in the workplace.
New Roth Retirement Options Available July 1
Starting July 1, 2022, Roth (after-tax) contributions, along with an in-plan Roth conversion feature, will be available in 403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans. Active employees will be able to make Roth contributions through a current 403(b) and/or 457(b) plan provider.
Student loan forgiveness program for public service employees
Financial wellness is a critical component of overall well-being, and Ohio State offers resources for faculty and staff to help alleviate strain and stressors related to student loan debt.
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Benefits Open Enrollment Summary Available in Workday
Faculty and staff eligible for Ohio State benefits can review their 2023 Open Enrollment benefits summary in Workday. The summary reflects enrollment in university-sponsored medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), life insurance and short-term disability plans that will be in effect January 1 - December 31, 2023.
Webinar on Roth Retirement Options
Fidelity Investments, Ohio State's lead retirement plan administrator, is hosting an "Ask Fidelity" webinar about Roth (after-tax) retirement contributions at noon on November 17.
Open Enrollment ends November 15
Open Enrollment ends Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. This is the final opportunity to make changes to 2023 benefit elections in Workday for full-time and part-time faculty and staff in regular, term or seasonal positions. Other employees need to use paper or PDF forms to enroll.
Open Enrollment Starts Today
Open Enrollment for 2023 benefits starts today, November 1, 2022, and ends November 15, 2022. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity to evaluate your benefit options and make any necessary elections for the coming year. Visit the Open Enrollment website for benefit details and information on webinars and recorded presentations.
2023 Open Enrollment Benefits Information
Open Enrollment, the annual opportunity for eligible employees to evaluate benefit options and make elections for the coming year, will be November 1-15, 2022. This year’s enhancements include a new Lifestyle Spending Account funded by the university, back-up caregiving assistance and expanded fertility benefits in the health plan.