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May 20, 2019

President and Provost's Council on Women names 2019 Glass Breakers

Congratulations to the three Ohio State women recognized as Glass Breakers. They’ve been awarded for paving the way with their career successes and paying it forward by encouraging women’s leadership in faculty and administrative positions.
May 3, 2019

Distinguished Staff Awards honor outstanding Ohio State staff for their achievements

The Distinguished Staff Awards, the university’s highest staff recognition, annually honors 12 staff members for their exceptional leadership, accomplishments and service to The Ohio State University.
April 22, 2019

Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award recipients recognized for their exceptional contributions

In recognition of contributions to enhance diversity and inclusion, five honorees received the Ohio State Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award.
April 9, 2019

Lindsay Meyer Bond dedicates her work to protecting minors at Ohio State

When Lindsay Bond began her career at Ohio State, she had one goal in mind “change the world one kid at a time.” That passion and ambition led her to make an impact at Ohio State and become a recognized leader in her field.
June 1, 2018

Wellness resources lead employee on journey of better health, confidence and peace

When Robin Adams began to lose sight of who she was, and found herself stressed, dissatisfied and unhappy, she turned to the YP4H program and OSU Health Plan health coaches to embark on her path of wellness and eventual self-love.
May 9, 2018

Distinguished Staff Awards honor outstanding Ohio State staff

The Distinguished Staff Award, the university’s highest staff recognition, annually honors 12 outstanding staff members who have made a significant impact at The Ohio State University. Recipients are recognized for their exceptional leadership, accomplishments and service to Ohio State.
April 6, 2018

Going above and beyond: Donna Hight is dedicated to student success

Donna Hight wears many hats in her role as chief student life and retention officer at The Ohio State University at Mansfield. Everything she does is driven by one goal: to help students succeed.
March 28, 2018

Ohio State's 2018 Glass Breakers

Annually, the President and Provost's Council on Women recognizes faculty and staff who have used their extraordinary career accomplishments and leadership to inspire other women to embrace their power and achieve their career dreams.
March 9, 2018

Lucy Loves Lucy

FOD Custodian Lucille Talbert has made changes for her own health and well-being – starting by walking around the Oval during her breaks and now taking Zumba classes through Your Plan for Health. Learn more about how she incorporates wellness activities into her daily routine.
March 2, 2018

Creating great experiences for guests and coworkers is Scott Dickson’s mission

Scott’s Dickson’s dedication to making Jerome Schottenstein Center events safe and enjoyable extends even further than the 800,000 annual guests. He is equally passionate about creating memorable experiences for his coworkers and treating them like family.

HR Focus News

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.

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.

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.

Buckeye Performance Campus Employee Training

Training is now available for campus employees of colleges and units adopting Buckeye Performance.

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.

Recent HR News

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.