HR News
These articles may cover activities that took place before June 27, 2025, when Ohio Senate Bill 1 took effect. Human Resources has discontinued diversity, equity and inclusion activities in compliance with the law.
Recent News
December 19, 2024
HR Staff recognized for embodying Ohio State’s Shared Values
Five exceptional HR professionals have been honored with a 2024 Human Resources Excellence Award for their outstanding achievements and demonstration of the university’s Shared Values. Congratulations to the award recipients!
December 18, 2024
2025 Benefits Reminders
As a reminder, 2025 Open Enrollment elections you made will take effect on January 1, 2025. This notice contains important information to remember as we move into the new year.
December 3, 2024
Benefits Open Enrollment Summary Available in Workday
Open Enrollment, the annual opportunity for employees to evaluate their benefit options and make elections for the upcoming year, ended November 15, and eligible faculty and staff can now view their enrollment summary in Workday.
November 13, 2024
Open Enrollment ends November 15
Open Enrollment ends Friday, November 15, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. This is your annual opportunity to make changes to 2025 benefit elections. Full-time and part-time faculty and staff in regular, term, seasonal or full-time temporary positions can use Workday. Other employees need to use paper or PDF forms to enroll.
November 5, 2024
Introducing Leader Onboarding
To help leaders navigate their role effectively and with certainty, Human Resources has designed new resources for onboarding leaders.
November 2, 2024
Weather-Related Resources and Closing Reminders
It is important to be aware of the university’s weather-related resources and policy, know your disaster designation and learn how to check the university’s status. Although Ohio State strives to remain open, faculty and staff can be prepared by reviewing this policy and taking note of the resources.
November 1, 2024
Now more quickly hire and rehire graduate and lecturer roles
Enhancement are being made to the Workday hiring process to more easily and quickly hire and rehire specific campus graduate and lecturer positions, reducing the amount of work required to keep current talent who are already associated with the university.
November 1, 2024
Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits available in Workday
Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits is available in Workday now through November 15, 2024. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for eligible employees to evaluate benefit options and make elections for the coming year. For more about 2025 benefits, rates and informational webinars, visit the Open Enrollment website.
October 29, 2024
Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits
Open Enrollment for 2025 benefits is November 1-15, 2024. Open Enrollment is the annual opportunity for eligible employees to evaluate benefit options and make elections for the coming year. For more about 2025 benefits, rates and informational webinars, visit the Open Enrollment website.
October 23, 2024
Policy Reminder: Tobacco Free
As a reminder, tobacco use on Ohio State property is prohibited, and it is important for faculty and staff to be aware of the policies and guidelines of the university and medical center
HR Focus News
May 27, 2025
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.
May 7, 2025
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.
April 29, 2025
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.
March 12, 2025
Buckeye Performance Campus Employee Training
Training is now available for campus employees of colleges and units adopting Buckeye Performance.
February 21, 2025
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.