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HR Modernization<\/h2>","content":"

UR Stars is Here<\/h3>\r\nGet started with UR Stars \u2013 our new, University-wide, best-in-class recognition platform \u2013 by showing your gratitude to everyone who makes us ever better by living our values, recognizing and thanking those who promote belonging, equity, and diversity, and celebrating the big and small moments when you and your team shine.\r\n\r\nAs a reminder, information and resources, including answers to frequently asked questions, are available on the UR Stars webpage<\/a>. Learn how to use the UR Stars platform with short, how-to videos or drop into office hours where a member of the UR Stars team will be waiting to support you.\r\n\r\nIf you have questions or need help navigating UR Stars, please reach out to your UR Stars Recognition Champion or email URStars@rochester.edu<\/a>.\r\n

myURHR Readiness Tour Continues<\/h3>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_162522\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"843\"]\"Five Members of the myURHR project team are visiting locations across the University of Rochester for the myURHR Summer Readiness Tour to help prepare faculty and staff for go-live on Monday, September 23.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe myURHR Summer Readiness Tour is visiting locations all over the University of Rochester. This tour helps broaden awareness that HRMS will be replaced by myURHR on September 23. Hundreds of faculty and staff are engaging with project team members and gaining a deeper knowledge about the University\u2019s new modernized HR information system and the two systems that power it, Workday and UKG. View the schedule of the myURHR tour<\/a>, which continues through August 14.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-medium"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"news","css_class":"mt-0 pt-0 title-line t-yellow t-below","title":"

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Preventing Harassment and Discrimination<\/h3>\r\nEach year, as required by New York State, faculty and staff complete training on how to identify and react to workplace harassment and discrimination. Training is now assigned in MyPath and must be completed by December 31.<\/strong> This training supports aligning the behavior of our community with our Meliora values and is also an important component of the University\u2019s equity and inclusion efforts to ensure a safe workplace for all. To fulfill this year\u2019s requirement, the University will utilize the Sexual Harassment Prevention training provided by New York State.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-medium"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"tips","css_class":"mt-0 pt-0 title-line t-yellow t-below","title":"

Manager's Tips<\/h2>","content":"

myURHR Training for Managers and Coordinators (including PAFers)<\/h3>\r\nHave you registered for myURHR training in MyPath<\/a>? Managers and coordinators (including PAFers) are strongly encouraged to sign up for instructor-led trainings (ILTs) as they provide optimal opportunities to interact live with instructors and ask questions. The ILTs cover many topics, including position management, which is a new concept for the University of Rochester. myURHR replaces HRMS on September 23.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-medium"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"learning","css_class":"mt-0 pt-0 title-line t-yellow t-below","title":"

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New Microsoft Office Training<\/h3>\r\nLooking to increase your skillset using Microsoft Excel or PowerPoint? New Microsoft Office education bundles are now available by searching \u201cOffice365\u201d in MyPath<\/a>. Topics include learning the basics of Microsoft 365 and advancing your skills using Microsoft Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint. The new education bundles will help staff to gain a comprehensive understanding of these important tools.\r\n

DEI Content Anytime: Coaching and Feedback<\/h3>\r\nDEI Content Anytime spotlights educational content aligned with the University\u2019s Meliora values and is designed to provide ongoing learning opportunities focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Each month features specialized learning tools centered around a DEI topic that are accessible to all faculty and staff through MyPath<\/a>.\r\n\r\nThe July learning opportunity highlights coaching and feedback. <\/strong>There are many materials available, including podcasts, interactive micro-learning modules, and instructor-led trainings. Search \u201cLearnnow\u201d for this month\u2019s content in MyPath. Also, watch this video<\/a> to learn more about DEI Content Anytime or view the full list<\/a> of monthly topics.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-medium"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"total-rewards","css_class":"mt-0 pt-0 title-line t-yellow t-below","title":"

Total Rewards<\/h2>","content":"

Give Your Retirement Plan a Raise<\/h3>\r\nSaving more for retirement is a smart money move with many benefits. You may consider contributing a little extra to your retirement plan now, which will help you reduce paying current taxes and increase funds for when you retire. To enroll or increase your current contribution, please visit the TIAA website<\/a> or reach out to TIAA via phone at (800) 410-6497.\r\n

2025 Child Care Subsidy\r\n<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nTo continue to help support the rising cost of child and dependent care, the University of Rochester provides employees a Child Care Subsidy Program. The Child Care Subsidy Program offers financial assistance through annual funds of up to $3,600 a year, depending on total household gross income, to eligible employees to assist with child care expenses. The annual application window for calendar year 2025 will run August 9-26, 2024.<\/strong> Check out eligibility criteria and required materials on the family care website<\/a>, including answers to frequently asked questions.<\/a> Additionally, join the Office of Total Rewards on Wednesday, August 14, at noon<\/a> for a webinar to get all of your questions answered or contact familycare@rochester.edu<\/a>.","background_color":"#ffffff","width":"width-medium"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text","anchor":"well-u","css_class":"mt-0 pt-0 title-line t-yellow t-below","title":"

Well-U<\/h2>","content":"

Sign Up to a be Well-U champion\r\n<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nWell-U Champions are the reason that wellness reaches so many employees at the University of Rochester. If you want to make your department a better and healthier place to work, sign up to be a champion.<\/a>\r\n

Play July\/August\u2019s Well-U 2024 Bingo\r\n<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nEach month in HR Intercom, Well-U suggests three wellness options to help you complete the Well-U 2024 Bingo board<\/a>. Once you earn Bingo (by filling in a full row in any direction), use the QR code in the center square to email Well-U<\/a>. Please attach a photo of your completed Bingo card and include your name, employee ID number, and interoffice mailbox (or home address) to receive your prize!\r\n
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  1. For the square labeled \u201cCreate a wellness bulletin board\u201d- Whether it is at work for your team (email Well-U for resources<\/a>) or at home for just you, making a visual board can help to keep you stay on track with your goals.<\/li>\r\n \t
  2. For the square labeled \u201cDrink only water for an entire day\u201d- Break out your fancy water bottle for a day or organize<\/a> a departmental Operation Hydration<\/em> challenge<\/a> through Well-U to have your coworkers join you for some friendly competition.<\/li>\r\n \t
  3. For the square labeled \u201cWrite and mail a letter to a friend\u201d- Whether it is a long-time friend or someone you want to say, \u201cThinking of you,\u201d everyone loves the surprise of a letter showing up. Go ahead and make someone\u2019s day.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nFor more information on Well-U offerings, check out the Well-U website<\/a> or email Well-U<\/a> with any questions.\r\n\r\nNote: Some programs require eligibility.\r\n

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