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September 4, 2024

Third Quarter Deadline for Lifestyle Spending Account Claims

Ohio State’s Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) reimburses employees up to $125 quarterly for eligible expenses related to health, fitness, family, emotional and social wellness. The third quarter ends September 30. Employees have until October 15 to submit a claim for eligible expenses incurred July 1 – September 30. Unused LSA funds do not carry over.
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.
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).
November 10, 2020

PHA deadline change. To receive premium credit, complete by December 14, 2020

To reduce your cost for health care and receive the full premium credit for 2021, complete a Personal Health and Well-Being Assessment (PHA) by Monday, Dec. 14, at 11:59 p.m. The PHA will not be available for completion starting December 15 to prepare for the transition from PeopleSoft to Workday. The PHA should be available again in early January.
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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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.

New Career Development Resources

Explore new career development resources and a framework to guide you towards your career aspirations. Learn how to accumulate experiences and better position yourself for a meaningful career journey.

Workday Notifications for Merit Increases

Merit notifications are being provided via Workday for the 2025 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.

Grow your skills, pursue new interests with LinkedIn Learning

With thousands of opportunities available through LinkedIn Learning, faculty, staff and students are expanding their knowledge, delving into a hobby or earning a certification.

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.

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Introducing Leader Onboarding

To help leaders navigate their role effectively and with certainty, Human Resources has designed new resources for onboarding leaders.

EAP Support Sessions on Nov. 8

The Ohio State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offering walk-in group support sessions from 12 – 2 p.m. on Friday, November 8 at the Ohio Union.

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.

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.

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.