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July 12, 2022
Policy Reminder: Ohio State is a Tobacco Free Environment
To promote public health, campus community well-being and the university’s goal to be the healthiest higher education institution, tobacco use on Ohio State property is prohibited. Please review the policy, resources and tobacco cessation information that are available.
June 16, 2022
Tuition Assistance Enrollment Window Opens for Autumn Semester
Applications for tuition assistance benefits must be submitted each term, and the enrollment window for autumn semester 2022 is June 27-August 26, 2022.
May 16, 2022
Mental Health Resources for Ohio State Employees
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.
February 1, 2022
New in 2022! Enhanced Well-Being Programs
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).
March 29, 2017
Engagement in wellness programs leads to greater health outcomes
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.
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.
July 1, 2016
Watch Ohio State Staff Set the Stage for the University’s Largest Commencement Ceremony
Staff members from Facilities Operations and Development (FOD) spent nearly five months preparing for this year’s Spring Commencement.
June 10, 2016
Celebrate Employee Well-Being Month with the Many Ohio State Health and Wellness Resources
Ohio State is committed to being a healthy workplace for faculty and staff by offering programs and resources for health and wellness.
April 22, 2016
BuckeyeLearn Expands Training Opportunities, Extends to Wexner Medical Center
More than 15,000 users have accessed BuckeyeLearn, the university-wide online training tool, since its introduction in September 2015.
April 8, 2016
Staff Give Back to Local Nonprofit Agencies
More than 80 HR staff spent time on March 24 making a meaningful difference in the lives of others in the Central Ohio community.
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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.