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August 11, 2025
Reminder: Nursing Mother and Lactation Rooms Available
Ohio State is committed to providing support throughout the pregnancy and breastfeeding journey. With August being National Breastfeeding Month, remember that there are more than 60 lactation spaces across all campuses and locations that promote the well-being of faculty and staff by helping to balance career, personal and family life.
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.
January 22, 2025
Annual response required for medical plan coordination of benefits
If an employee covers a spouse or dependent child on Ohio State's medical plan, they will receive an annual request for information about any other medical coverage they may have.
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.
May 16, 2023
Mental Health Resources for Ohio State Employees
Ohio State supports efforts to reduce the stigma of mental health and increase access to helpful resources. In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, we offer this compilation of mental health and well-being resources offered to benefits-eligible Ohio State employees and their families.
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
Health Measures in Place
Remain vigilant about health measures, including wearing well-fitted masks indoors, frequently washing your hands and staying home if you feel sick. Everyone who is eligible is encouraged to get booster shots. Full details and guidance are available on the Safe and Healthy Buckeyes website.
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).
December 10, 2019
Time is running out to save money on 2020 health care costs
Get a snapshot of your health and get rewarded with lower 2020 medical employee contribution rates when you complete two wellness activities by December 31, 2019.
August 2, 2019
“Every day is a gift:” Bill Goodson’s thoughts on health and working for Ohio State
As 4-H Camp Palmer executive director, Bill Goodson motivates youth to get active and healthy, and he uses Ohio State’s employee wellness program, Your Plan for Health, to motivate himself to stay well.
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September 17, 2025
Academic Winter Recess to Begin in 2025
Ohio State is instituting an annual Academic Winter Recess from December 26–31 each year starting in 2025, as announced by President Walter “Ted” Carter Jr. during the State of the University address on Wednesday, Sept. 17. Specific dates for the 2025 Academic Winter Recess are Dec. 26 and Dec. 29-31.
September 9, 2025
In Case You Missed It: HR Workday Summer Recap
Over the past few months, Human Resources has implemented several key updates in Workday to improve efficiency and user experience for both employees and people leaders.
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.
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October 3, 2025
From Student to Mentor: How Brenna Truax is Shaping Student Success
Brenna Truax knows firsthand how meaningful student support can be – she’s led the very team that once shaped her as an Ohio State student. At Ohio State Mansfield, her job drew on her passion of helping students grow as leaders, learners and educators. Rooted in her own experience, she has advanced her career and is now a student support specialist with Ohio State Online.
September 23, 2025
Policy Reminder: Drug-Free Workplace
The Ohio State University maintains a drug-free work and living environment to ensure the health and safety of all students, employees and visitors. The unlawful use, possession or distribution of drugs and alcohol on university property or in university vehicles on or off campus is prohibited.
August 11, 2025
Reminder: Nursing Mother and Lactation Rooms Available
Ohio State is committed to providing support throughout the pregnancy and breastfeeding journey. With August being National Breastfeeding Month, remember that there are more than 60 lactation spaces across all campuses and locations that promote the well-being of faculty and staff by helping to balance career, personal and family life.
July 28, 2025
Faculty and Staff Appreciation Football Game
Faculty and staff have an opportunity to enter for a chance to be randomly selected to receive four complimentary tickets to the Ohio State vs. Ohio University football game on Saturday, Sept. 13. Opt-in by Monday, Aug. 11 at 11:59 p.m. EST for the opportunity to receive tickets based on a randomized selection process.
July 28, 2025
Workday Notifications for Merit Increases
Merit notifications are being provided via Workday for the 2026 fiscal year to all Ohio State employees who receive a merit base pay increase and/or merit lump-sum amount. Your merit notification will specify if you are receiving a base pay increase, a lump sum increase or both. If you are not receiving a merit increase this year, you will not receive a notification.