If you added new dependents to your state-sponsored plans during the benefits Open Enrollment period, or if you have not previously submitted documentation that was requested in the past, People First will be auditing its enrollments based on two new requirements:
Need some extra cash for the holidays?
TEAMS employees are eligible to cash out up to 16 hours of vacation leave—regardless of FTE—during the pay period of November 12 to 25, provided 40 hours of vacation leave remain on balance after the end of that pay period. If eligible, you will receive the cash-out payment in your December 3 paycheck.
New guide designed to help in the event of employee distress
UF’s Helping Employees in Distress Resource Guide is a new publication now available online—and soon to be available in hard copy—designed to explain how UF employees who encounter disruptive or troubled co-workers can go about obtaining assistance.
Employee Education Program accepting applications for spring semester
The Employee Education Program (EEP) is a popular benefit available to eligible UF faculty and staff. The program provides tuition assistance for up to six credit hours of eligible college-level courses per semester.
Enrolled in a Health Investor Health plan?
If you enrolled in a Health Investor Health plan during open enrollment, don’t forget to establish your Health Savings Account (HSA). Your HSA can be used to pay out-of-pocket expenses like your deductible and co-insurance now or for qualified medical expenses in the future.
UF Information Technology Awards presented
Chief Information Officer Elias Eldayrie hosted the annual Fall IT Assembly on October 7. The event, held in Smathers East Library, was an opportunity for UF information technology staff to meet Eldayrie and visit with fellow technologists from academic and administrative divisions throughout campus.
New “Diversity at Work” workshop now available
UF Training and Organizational Development’s new “Diversity at Work!” workshop urges faculty and staff to recognize “We are all diverse!” The program focuses on working in a global community and how leveraging the talents and strengths of all individuals can impact the University of Florida as it strives to achieve excellence.
International Education Week to focus on “Making Global Connections"
The University of Florida International Center (UFIC) will host International Education Week November 15-19. This year’s event, with the theme of “Making Global Connections,” will feature activities students, faculty, and staff can participate in as well as information on international ventures.
Superior Accomplishment Awards nomination period extended to November 5!
Nominations for the 2011 University of Florida Superior Accomplishment Awards are being accepted through Friday, November 5, 2010.
Watch for Open Enrollment confirmation statements
If you made a change to your benefits during Open Enrollment, you will receive a confirmation statement of your elections in the mail.
Receive your W-2 Online
Last year, over 15,000 University employees consented to receive their W-2 electronically.
University introduces Children in the Workplace policy
The University of Florida recognizes that family is important and offers many opportunities for children to be on campus for special events.
Another small step for sustainability
In the interest of supporting UF’s sustainability efforts, we have removed the “Print” option at the top of the InfoGator.
UF employees are never far from excellent medical care
University of Florida Physicians clinics have medical providers with a range of specialties — from pediatrics to adult care — to meet the basic as well as the more complex health care needs of the UF community.
Diabetes Awareness Month: campus events include free diabetes screenings
Join the UF Diabetes Center of Excellence and the rest of The Gator Nation to light the Century Tower blue in recognition of World Diabetes Day Friday, November 12, at 5 p.m.
Gator Basketball faculty and staff night
Show a valid Gator1 ID card to purchase 2-for-1 general admission tickets to Gator Basketball on Friday, November 12, at 7 p.m. against the UNC-Wilmington Seahawks at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
Child Enrichment Center has immediate openings
The Child Enrichment Center has openings for enrollment in all age groups, infants through school-age.
UF Eye Clinic to offer free seminar
The UF Eye Clinic will offer a free seminar on iLASIK on November 17.
Discount offered on plastic surgery, skin rejuvenation procedures
UF Plastic Surgery and the Fresh Faces skin care program are offering discounts now through December 30 to UF and Shands employees.
Thanks for helping make the Benefits Fair a success
The 2010 Benefits Fair drew more than 855 employees! Human Resource Services would like to thank the UF employees who attended and supported the event.
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