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July 17, 2024

More than a job: Selena Browning raises thousands towards cancer research

After personally experiencing the compassionate and diligent care of the Ohio State community, Selena Browning instantly knew she wanted to be a part of it – leading her to work at Ohio State and personally raise thousands of dollars toward cancer research and helping others.
March 28, 2024

Dr. Taru Saigal: Why Ohio State feels like home

Dr. Taru Saigal, a 2023 Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award honoree, knew she wanted a career that aligned with her passion for serving underrepresented minority patients. She also wanted her young family to be in a nurturing place. One institution with both qualities stood out prominently – Ohio State.
February 23, 2024

From First-Gen Student to Presidential Staff Award- Robert Decatur’s path at Ohio State

Drawing inspiration from colleagues and students, Robert Decatur provides a comforting welcome to new undergraduates, telling them Ohio State is full of talented people with their hearts in the right place and an abundance of resources.
February 24, 2020

Professor Deborah Jones Merritt, Distinguished University Professor

Professor Deborah Jones Merritt, the Moritz College of Law John Deaver Drinko-Baker & Hosteller Chair in Law, has produced path-breaking scholarship in three areas of the law: Constitutional Theory, Equality and Legal Education and the Legal Profession.
February 3, 2020

Professor Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska, Distinguished University Professor

Professor Dorota Grejner-Brzezinska, a Lowber B. Strange Designated Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Geodetic Engineering, has made a significant impact on advancing research in the application of Global Positioning Systems and Global Navigation Satellite Systems.
January 17, 2020

Frederick Luis Aldama, Distinguished University Professor

Department of English Arts and Humanities Distinguished Professor Frederick Luis Aldama’s work is changing the landscape in the fields of LatinX Studies, Comic Studies and Narrative Theory. He was recently named a Distinguished University Professor, the highest faculty honor at The Ohio State University.
December 13, 2019

Kent McGuire builds relationships to enhance safety

College of Food, Agriculture and Environmental Science (CFAES) Health and Safety Coordinator Kent McGuire’s compassionate, hands-on approach promotes the safety of every CFAES student, faculty and staff member.
October 4, 2019

Quanetta Batts is making a lasting, positive impact on everyone she helps

When Program Director of Outreach and Engagement Quanetta Batts went to her University Libraries supervisor with a desire to do more community outreach three years ago, she opened the door to her passion of helping others and is leaving a lasting impact in the community.
September 18, 2019

Wexner Medical Center employee donates through Bucks for Charity to help improve patient care

When Buckeyes give through Bucks for Charity, they are supporting nonprofit agencies that help Ohio State faculty, staff and patients. Robert Weber, Wexner Medical Center pharmacy administrator, knows first-hand how his donation to the Charitable Pharmacy of Central Ohio (CPCO) impacts patients he serves at the medical center.
September 16, 2019

UNCF funds Ohio State student’s education with the help of Bucks for Charity donations

There are many opportunities for Ohio State faculty, staff and retirees to support through Bucks for Charity, including education. United Negro College Fund (UNCF) of central Ohio, one of more than 250 participating nonprofits, helps advance education goals for college students, including students at Ohio State like Nathan Harris.

HR Focus News

New Career Development Resources

Explore new career development resources and a framework to guide you towards your career aspirations. Learn how to accumulate experiences and better position yourself for a meaningful career journey.

Workday Notifications for Merit Increases

Merit notifications are being provided via Workday for the 2025 fiscal year to all Ohio State employees who receive a merit base pay increase and/or merit lump-sum amount. Your merit notification will specify if you are receiving a base pay increase, a lump sum increase or both. If you are not receiving a merit increase this year, you will not receive a notification.

Grow your skills, pursue new interests with LinkedIn Learning

With thousands of opportunities available through LinkedIn Learning, faculty, staff and students are expanding their knowledge, delving into a hobby or earning a certification.

New Benefits and Pay Dashboard in Workday

A new benefits and pay dashboard in Workday now makes it easier to access your most important benefits and pay information in one place. The new dashboard, called the Benefits and Pay Hub, combines the previous Pay and Benefits apps with more comprehensive details about your compensation history, recent paychecks, health benefits, and more.

Expanded Career Resources in Workday

If you want to advance your Buckeye career, a new Workday internal career site has tools to help you easily navigate and apply for open opportunities across Ohio State.

Recent HR News

Benefits Open Enrollment Summary Available in Workday

Open Enrollment, the annual opportunity for employees to evaluate their benefit options and make elections for the upcoming year, ended November 15, and eligible faculty and staff can now view their enrollment summary in Workday.

Fourth Quarter Reminder for Lifestyle Spending Account Claims

Ohio State’s Lifestyle Spending Account reimburses employees up to $125 quarterly for eligible expenses related to health, fitness, family, emotional and social wellness. The fourth quarter ends December 31. Employees have until January 15, 2025, to submit a claim for eligible expenses incurred October 1 – December 31. Unused LSA funds do not carry over.

Open Enrollment ends November 15

Open Enrollment ends Friday, November 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. This is your annual opportunity to make changes to 2025 benefit elections. Full-time and part-time faculty and staff in regular, term, seasonal or full-time temporary positions can use Workday. Other employees need to use paper or PDF forms to enroll.

Introducing Leader Onboarding

To help leaders navigate their role effectively and with certainty, Human Resources has designed new resources for onboarding leaders.

EAP Support Sessions on Nov. 8

The Ohio State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offering walk-in group support sessions from 12 – 2 p.m. on Friday, November 8 at the Ohio Union.