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June 2, 2017
Active faculty member finds motivation and helps others succeed
Whether it is on a health and wellness journey or in a classroom, Kristin Saxon truly enjoys helping others and encouraging them to succeed.
March 24, 2017
Staff member attributes Ohio State resources and relationships to improving well-being
Over the past year, strong relationships and exceptional benefits significantly contributed to Beth Uniacke's personal wellness journey.
February 13, 2017
Couple credit students for impact on campus culture
This is the final story in a four-part series on the #BuckeyeLove found in the Ohio State faculty and staff community.
February 12, 2017
Husband and wife share two decades of Buckeye love
This story is the third in a four-part series on the #BuckeyeLove found in the Ohio State faculty and staff community.
February 9, 2017
Ohio State couple share benefits and challenges of a shared workplace
This story is the second in a four-part series on the #BuckeyeLove found in the Ohio State faculty and staff community.
February 8, 2017
Couple's Buckeye love grows through shared experiences
This story is the first in a four-part series on the #BuckeyeLove found in the Ohio State faculty and staff community.
January 13, 2017
Ohio State engineer embraces artistic passion
Whether keeping an academic building operating or creating art, Najette Kanoun believes in collaboration. By profession, she’s a full-time Ohio State engineer, and in her free time, she’s an art student.
December 9, 2016
Professor celebrates 55 years at Ohio State, helping students around the world
President Michael V. Drake recently congratulated Professor Herbert W. Ockerman on his 55 years of service to Ohio State.
December 2, 2016
Ohio State staff member helps students overcome barriers
Balancing the complexities of earning a college degree and raising a family can be a challenging process, particularly for low-income, single parent students. Traci Lewis, program director of Ohio State’s ACCESS Collaborative, works each and every day to help these students overcome barriers to college access and success.
October 21, 2016
Staff member brings Ohio State resources to Lima students
Ohio State faculty and staff make a tangible difference not only in Columbus, but also across the state of Ohio and beyond. Bryan Albright, Director of Enrollment Services for The Ohio State University at Lima, is one of the outstanding staff members doing that each and every day.
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February 16, 2026
The power of purpose: How the Leadership Certificate Program is transforming campus leaders
At The Ohio State University, people leaders have access to resources that help them continuously grow as leaders. As part of this investment in excellence, the John Glenn College of Public Affairs and Ohio State Human Resources partnered in 2025 to launch a section of the Leadership Certificate Program for Ohio State employees.
January 16, 2026
Learn about the newly redesigned YP4H
Ohio State has launched a new Your Plan for Health (YP4H) wellness portal that offers more ways to explore wellness resources and earn rewards for the activities that matter most to you.
December 16, 2025
Ohio State honors 752 faculty and staff for milestone service
The Ohio State University celebrated long-serving employees at the annual Faculty and Staff Service Recognition Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 10. A total of 752 faculty and staff were honored this year for reaching milestone anniversaries, ranging from 25 to 55 years of service.
December 16, 2025
Important 2026 Benefits Reminders
Here are a few important reminders about your 2026 benefits, key deadlines, and wellness actions you may need to consider. Review the information to help you understand what to expect and actions you may need to take.
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March 17, 2026
Revisions to Drug-Free Workplace Policy
The Ohio State University has revised the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, 7.30 to further clarify safety and standards across all work environments, including remote and on-call locations. Key changes include updated procedures for reasonable suspicion testing, new guidance on prescription drug accommodations and refined definitions.
March 3, 2026
Spring Learning Series on Retirement Living
A national retirement association, Association of Retirement Organizations in Higher Education, is offering a virtual learning series, “Charting the Journey to a Fulfilling Retirement"
January 20, 2026
Save smart. Gain insights. Plan ahead.
Join the Human Resources team and our expert partners for the third Virtual Retirement Fair. A series of webinars offering valuable insights will be held Feb. 9-13. Don't miss this opportunity to confidently plan your financial future. Visit the Virtual Retirement Fair website for registration and schedule details.
December 15, 2025
Nominations open for the Distinguished Staff Awards
The annual Distinguished Staff Awards exist to shine a light on these individuals, and nominations are now open. The nomination deadline is Monday, Jan. 26, at 5 p.m.
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.