WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY Saturday, Oct. 10 The World Health Organization has designated Oct. 10 as World Mental Health Day. The overall objective of the day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. Employees enrolled in the University’s Employee Health Care Plan […]
Read MoreADMINISTRATION TO CELEBRATE EXCEPTIONAL STAFF CONTRIBUTIONS Monday, Oct. 5 | 12 p.m. University Guest House, Douglas Ballroom The 2015 University of Utah Staff Excellence Award luncheon, hosted by President David Pershing and Chief Human Resources Officer Jeff Herring, will be held on Monday, Oct. 5, in the Douglas Ballroom at the University Guest House at […]
Read More2015 SPECIAL ENROLLMENT FOR SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE INSURANCE In connection with the University’s new, reduced premium rates for employee and spouse supplemental life insurance, The Hartford has agreed to offer university employees in benefit-eligible positions a special enrollment opportunity. Sept. 21 through Oct. 30, university employees in benefit-eligible positions may enroll in up to $350,000 in […]
Read MoreEMPLOYMENT REFERENCES: HOW TO REQUEST AND HOW TO RESPOND Employment reference checks are a common and useful part of the hiring process. However, some hiring supervisors skip this critical check and some current supervisors are apprehensive to provide a reference when requested. Because a reference check can help a department/organization ensure a quality hire, we […]
Read MoreNEW WELLU WELLNESS ACTIVITY OPTION The University’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology will be hosting their annual Sandoval Memorial 5K Ovarian Cancer Awareness Event on Saturday, Sept. 12 at Sugar House Park. Participants who provide their uNID number at registration and complete the 5K race will receive credit for one WellU Wellness Activity. Register at […]
Read MoreEMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY – SEPT. 24 Employee Appreciation Day is Thursday, Sept. 24 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Rice-Eccles Stadium. All faculty and staff are invited to this day of fun and recognition. Remember, your UCard is your entry ticket. We look forward to seeing you there. Calling all bands Would you like […]
Read More2014 annual compensation statements, healthy eating rewards and understanding your W-2
Read MoreW-2 Statements W-2 statements are currently being prepared by University Tax Accounting and will be posted no later than Jan. 31, 2015. Sign up for electronic view and find more information about W-2s here. Contact Tax Accounting with questions at 801-581-3428. WELLU PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS FOR 2015 To participate in the WellU program next year, employees […]
Read MoreW-2 forms are available to faculty and staff electronically. Benefits of opting to receive your W-2 electronically include: – Help the university go GREEN – if you file your tax return electronically, a paper copy of the W-2 is not required. – You will receive your W-2 several days earlier. – Your sensitive personal information […]
Read MoreREDUCTION IN DISABILITY INSURANCE RATES EFFECTIVE JAN. 1, 2015 The university’s Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance is provided through The Standard. Based on the university’s utilization of the insurance, The Standard has announced reduced premium rates effective Jan. 1, 2015. Employees enrolled in disability coverage will receive a separate notice about the rates […]
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