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May 17, 2024
Recruitment Updates to Enhance Manager and Candidate Experiences
As we continually work to improve the experience for hiring teams and job applicants, the latest Workday changes are designed to optimize our processes and elevate the services provided by the Human Resources talent acquisition team. These changes improve how we screen applicants and welcome new employees.
May 16, 2024
Bright Horizon Benefits Support Family and Personal Wellbeing
When caring for your family – including kids, parents or furry family members – you don’t have to do it alone. As schedules change for the summer months , explore the benefits available through Ohio State’s partnership with Bright Horizons.
May 14, 2024
Outstanding Buckeyes Recognized for Impactful Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
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.
May 14, 2024
Ohio State Voted ColumBEST Top Employer
For the 11th consecutive year , The Ohio State University was named the (614) Magazine ColumBEST Top Employer.
April 29, 2024
Nepotism Policy revision
The Nepotism Policy, 1.25 has been revised as of April 29, 2024, to further emphasize that employees are selected for positions based on job-related qualifications and not relationship by family or marriage. The updated policy clarifies that no employee can use their position to influence – either directly or indirectly – the hiring process for a family member.
April 29, 2024
Paid Time Off Policy minor revision
The Paid Time Off Policy has been updated to align with the university’s current practice of supporting birth mothers who experience a stillbirth.
April 22, 2024
Remarkable staff members are making an impact and inspiring others
In a community of people who advance excellence and inspire others, 13 exceptional Buckeyes staff members are being recognized with Ohio State’s highest recognition for staff. Congratulations to the recipients recognized for their outstanding achievements, community engagement, creativity, service, passion for inclusion and demonstration of the university’s Shared Values.
April 5, 2024
Job Posting Process and Review Changes Integrated with Workday
Using feedback from people leaders, finance representatives and HR professionals, HR has improved and streamlined the job posting process. This reflects the continuous effort to provide support for the job posting and recruitment process in Workday.
April 5, 2024
Enhanced HR Connection portal
Connect more easily with the HR resources you need anytime, anywhere and on any device. HR Connection, your point of contact for HR and payroll support, now has a refreshed home page.
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.
HR Focus News
May 11, 2026
Honoring excellence: The 2026 Distinguished Staff Awards
Across Ohio State, 13 exceptional staff members are transforming the university’s mission into daily action through their commitment to innovation and collaboration. As the 2026 Distinguished Staff Award recipients, these individuals represent the pinnacle of excellence in everything that they do.
May 1, 2026
Staff Professional Development Funds
If you are interested in pursuing professional development over the next year, apply for funds by June 1, 2026, at 5 p.m.
February 16, 2026
The power of purpose: How the Leadership Certificate Program is transforming campus leaders
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.
January 16, 2026
Learn about the newly redesigned YP4H
Ohio State has launched a new Your Plan for Health (YP4H) wellness portal that offers more ways to explore wellness resources and earn rewards for the activities that matter most to you.
December 16, 2025
Ohio State honors 752 faculty and staff for milestone service
The Ohio State University celebrated long-serving employees at the annual Faculty and Staff Service Recognition Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 10. A total of 752 faculty and staff were honored this year for reaching milestone anniversaries, ranging from 25 to 55 years of service.