HR News Stories Category: Spotlight

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.

Five exceptional Buckeyes are living the university’s Shared Values of Diversity and Innovation, and Inclusion and Equity – earning them the annual recognition of a Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award.

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.

The Ohio State University Child Care Program is celebrating its 50th year of providing high-quality, child-led care for the Ohio State community, including faculty, staff and students.

Managers play an important role in guiding new employees as they pursue successful and fulfilling Ohio State careers. If you are a manager onboarding a new employee, there are many resources you can leverage to welcome and transition your new team member.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the mental health and well-being resources offered to benefits-eligible Ohio State employees and their families.

New physical and emotional well-being programs can help you meet your personal goals. You can also earn even more YP4H incentives, including an additional $100 HRA credit bonus or $20 PulseCash bonus (depending on your medical plan enrollment status).

Earlier this month, the annual State of Health and Wellness in Buckeye Nation address highlighted the impact wellness initiatives are contributing to faculty and staff health outcomes.

Over the past year, strong relationships and exceptional benefits significantly contributed to Beth Uniacke's personal wellness journey.

Staff members from Facilities Operations and Development (FOD) spent nearly five months preparing for this year’s Spring Commencement.