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Annual benefits Open Enrollment period runs Sept. 22-Oct. 17
This year’s benefits Open Enrollment period begins September 22 at 8:30 a.m. and ends October 17 at 5:30 p.m. (EST). Open enrollment is an annual window of time that provides an opportunity for UF employees to make plan changes without requiring a qualifying event (e.g., change in marital status, birth/adoption, leave of absence, FTE changes, etc.).
Open Enrollment web site packed with news and information
Human Resource Services has established a section of its web site filled with additional articles and important information relevant to this year's Open Enrollment period.
Drug-free workplace annual notification
The federal law entitled the Drug-Free Workplace Act requires the University of Florida to maintain a drug-free workplace.
Political activity reminder
During this election season, it’s important to remember federal and state law requirements concerning political campaigns.
Davis Award nominations due September 30
Nomination forms for the 2009 Prudential Financial Davis Productivity Awards program, which annually honors state government employees throughout Florida, are now available.
New online sexual harassment prevention training available this fall
Starting this fall, sexual harassment prevention training will be offered to faculty and staff online.
Superior Accomplishment Awards nomination period kicks off Sept. 15
Do you know someone who is a UF staff or faculty member who makes the extra effort to succeed?
Sick Leave Pool Open Enrollment held throughout October
Qualifying University of Florida employees may sign up for the Sick Leave Pool during its Open Enrollment period from October 1 to 31.
EAP courses target mental health
The university's Employee Assistance Program (EAP), in partnership with UF Training and Organizational Development, is offering a range of workshops this semester.
Phishing scams pose ongoing threat
The start of a new academic year is a good time for us all to remember the external risks and security practices essential to protecting our critical information resources and personal identification information.
RTS conducting survey on UF Employee Bus Pass Program
The RTS UF Employee Bus Pass Program is a benefit available to all students, faculty, staff, and spouses that provides pre-paid unlimited access to all RTS Fixed-Route Services.
Register today for fall training
Did you see UF Training and Organizational Development's (T&OD) training calendar for fall?
Homecoming holiday slated for October 24
In recognition of Homecoming, the University of Florida will be closed on Friday, October 24, 2008.
Register early for One Less Car Day
Join fellow Gators in pledging to take alternative transportation on Oct. 17, One Less Car Day, and throughout the fall semester.
New employees should double-check prior retirement plans
If you have had any contributions (employer or employee) made to a retirement plan in 2008 prior to your employment at UF, please notify University Benefits and Retirement immediately.
FICA Alternative is considered a “tax qualified” plan
Please be advised that, like other UF retirement plans, the FICA Alternative Plan is considered to be a “tax qualified plan” for purposes of determining your ability to make before-tax contributions to an individual retirement account (IRA).
Healthy Gators 2010’s Walking Gators Program will restart on October 7 and continue throughout fall semester.
Federal Court Strikes Down Non-State Travel Funding Ban
A federal court in Florida has held that two Florida statutes (1011.90(6) and 112.061(3)(e)) are unconstitutional and unenforceable to the extent that they ban the use of non-state funds by state universities for travel to terrorist countries.
Road repairs around UF may slow traffic
The Florida Department of Transportation is currently repairing depressions on W. Newberry Road near 43rd Street and on Archer Road just east of S.W. 34th Street.
Upcoming financial planning workshops
University Retirement is pleased to offer a number of upcoming financial planning seminars for faculty and staff.
Consultants available to help with retirement planning
Investment company representatives are at the HRS Building, located at 903 W. University Avenue, on a regular basis.
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The InfoGator is a monthly e-publication produced by the University of Florida’s Office of Human Resource Services. It is distributed electronically to UF faculty and staff and is available online. Please direct questions or comments to its editor, Angie Brown; Human Resource Services; P.O. Box 115006; 392-4626 (SC 622-4626); TDD 800-955-8771. The InfoGator is available in an alternative format upon request.
