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July 18, 2016
Third Consecutive Faculty and Staff Appreciation Football Game
In appreciation for their outstanding achievements, faculty and staff are invited to opt-in to be randomly selected to receive four tickets to the Ohio State vs. Bowling Green football game on September 3.
July 15, 2016
Enhanced I-9 Database Improves Efficiency and User Experience
An enhanced I-9 database for the Ohio State human resources community will be implemented on August 16, 2016. The redesigned database will streamline the employment verification process, leading to improved efficiencies and user experience.
July 8, 2016
Ohio State Faculty and Staff Made Every Minute Count in The Rivals Challenge
The Ohio State University and the University of Michigan went toe-to-toe in a battle of the fittest and after eight weeks of “healthy competition,” Ohio State faculty and staff have been declared this year’s Rivals Challenge champion.
June 24, 2016
Staff Career Development Grant Applications Accepted Until July 31
The Ohio State culture inspires and encourages people to learn and everyone can be a life-long learner. Resources, including the Staff Career Development Grant, are available to support everyone’s unique journey.
June 24, 2016
Barbara Jones Warren Named 2016 Psychiatric Nurse of the Year
Professor Barbara Jones Warren (Clinical Nursing) has been named the 2016 Psychiatric Nurse of the Year by the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA).
June 23, 2016
Faculty Honored as Distinguished University Professors
Three professors at The Ohio State University have been named Distinguished University Professors, the highest academic distinction at the university. The annual award recognizes faculty who thrive in teaching, research and service.
June 17, 2016
American Heart Association Recognizes Ohio State as Fit-Friendly Employer
The Ohio State University has been recognized as a 2016 platinum level recipient of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Fit-Friendly Worksites recognition program. Platinum is the highest level of recognition.
June 3, 2016
Recap of HR Service Delivery Virtual Presentations
More than 100 Ohio State human resources, service center and fiscal staff tuned into recent virtual presentations on HR Service Delivery. Associate Vice President Kimberly Shumate led the presentations on this important initiative, which aims to transform the way Ohio State does business...
May 27, 2016
Craig Stone Appointed Chief of The Ohio State University Police Division
Craig Stone has been named chief of The Ohio State University Police Division. He joined Ohio State in 2015 as deputy chief, and later served as acting chief following the retirement of Paul Denton. Prior to the university, Stone served the Columbus Division of Police for nearly 30 years...
May 19, 2016
Federal Regulations Expand Overtime Eligibility
Changes to the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) released by the U.S. Department of Labor on May 18, 2016, updated the criteria determining which employees are eligible for overtime pay.
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March 9, 2024
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.
February 22, 2024
Manager Foundations: Getting Started with Technology
A training on Ohio State’s technology platforms, tools and resources is available to help people leaders use administrative technology to perform your work and manage employees. Managers, manager liaisons and administrative professionals can participate in the on-demand BuckeyeLearn training.
February 16, 2024
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.
February 8, 2024
Ohio State names new senior vice president of talent, culture and human resources
President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. has named Katie Hall as senior vice president of talent, culture and human resources, pending approval by the Board of Trustees. Hall has served as the interim senior vice president since last spring and has been with Ohio State for 24 years.
October 27, 2023
New retirement videos help current, new faculty and staff
Human Resources is introducing four new retirement videos to help new and current employees save for the future. New faculty and staff can learn more about selecting a mandatory retirement plan. Current employees can better understand their retirement plan and how to manage investments as well as learn about fees and how they impact your retirement savings.
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March 28, 2024
Tuition Assistance Enrollment Deadline
If you are seeking Ohio State’s Tuition Assistance benefit, applications must be submitted each term. Tuition assistance enrollment for summer semester 2024 is open until May 10, 2024.
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.
March 13, 2024
How $125 can improve your well-being and bring joy
With uses as varied as our employees are diverse, Ohio State’s Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimburses a wide range of activities and items to help bring joy and alleviate stress – like pet adoption, dance classes, car repairs, marathons, emergency child care, and so much more.
March 12, 2024
Use 2023 FSA Funds by March 15, Submit to HealthEquity by March 31
To help you make the most of your Flexible Spending Account (FSA), please note these upcoming deadlines. Employees with remaining funds in a 2023 Flexible Spending Account (FSA) have until March 15, 2024, to incur eligible claims and until March 31, 2024, to file claims for reimbursement for 2023.
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.