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aerial view of the oval
August 16, 2018

Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment reminder

Ohio State is committed to having a diverse community that promotes equal employment opportunity and eliminates discrimination. It's important to review the university's Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination/Harassment policy, which provides equal opportunity to everyone.
Female student in a classroom
August 14, 2018

Dependent tuition assistance enrollment window for autumn 2018 term closes August 24

The dependent tuition assistance enrollment window for autumn 2018 term closes Friday, August 24. Applications for dependent tuition assistance must be submitted each term.
Orton Hall
August 1, 2018

2018 President and Provost's Award for Distinguished Faculty Service

Faculty members are recognized for their contributions to the development and implementation of university policies and programs through non-administrative roles, while continuing to teach and pursue scholarship.
July 30, 2018

OPERS Retirement Planning Seminars

The Office of Human Resources is hosting retirement education seminars on August 1 and August 13, 2018, for members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
Dr. Drake greets staff members at the ice cream social in 2016
July 16, 2018

Staff Appreciation Week July 23-27

Staff Appreciation Week thanks Ohio State staff members and special activities are planned to celebrate staff and their contributions to the university.
Ohio Stadium
July 16, 2018

Fifth Annual Faculty and Staff Appreciation Football Game

In recognition for all you do, faculty and staff have the opportunity to be randomly selected to receive four complimentary tickets to the September 22 Faculty and Staff Appreciation Buckeye Football Game. Faculty and staff must opt-in to enter their name by Tuesday, July 31, at 11:59 p.m.
campus scene
July 13, 2018

Tobacco Free reminder

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.
campus scene
June 29, 2018

Staff Career Development Grant applications accepted until July 31

The Staff Career Development Grant provides staff an opportunity to further their growth and development. Eligible staff can apply for up to $1,250 for individuals, $1,750 for groups of 2-10 and $2,000 for groups of 11 or more towards professional development, education or training costs related to job and/or career goals.
female student in focus in classroom setting
June 25, 2018

Dependent tuition assistance enrollment window open for autumn 2018 term

The dependent tuition assistance enrollment window for autumn 2018 term is open June 25 through August 24. Applications for dependent tuition assistance must be submitted each term.
campus scene
June 22, 2018

2018 Distinguished Scholar Award recipients announced

The Distinguished Scholar Award honors senior professors for their exceptional scholarly accomplishments and younger faculty members for their demonstrated scholarly potential.

HR Focus News

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.