The Human Resource Services June newsletter is now available. View upcoming sessions, tips on using your UNI benefits, informational articles and employees retiring this month.
Campus-wide annual fire alarm testing will be taking place now through Friday, June 13. Most of the testing should not disrupt building activities. The technicians will check in with staff prior to any testing. Contact Facilities Management at 273-4400 with questions or concerns.
An overview of your benefits package is not just for new hires. Join us as a member of the HRS benefits team reviews all of the benefits available to you as a benefits eligible employee. This session will take place on Tuesday, July 1, at 9 a.m., in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance.
Our guest is Paul Hanstedt, and his topic is Becoming Wicked Instructors: Developing Effective Instruction in Catastrophic Times. After Dr. Hanstedt’s plenary session we will provide lunch and offer concurrent sessions led by colleagues from across campus. To register and to see more details, visit https://cetl.uni.edu/.
Kristina Kofoot, Assistant Director for Community Engagement, is the 2025 Beverly Funk Barnes Staff Excellence Award recipient! This prestigious award honors staff who continually create new value for those they work with through their dedication, passion and creativity—all for the benefit of the UNI. Join us in congratulating Kristina on this well-deserved recognition!
There are correlations between oral health and heart health. According to the National Library of Medicine, oral bacteria can enter the bloodstream through gums and then can trigger inflammation throughout the body. Delta Dental, UNI’s dental plan provider, recently provided a Benefits Spotlight highlighting resources and facts surrounding heart disease and oral health. UNI’s self-insured dental plan offers two preventive exams covered at 100%, per person, per year. Additionally, UNI’s dental plan offers Enhanced Benefits which provides extra covered teeth cleanings for those with certain conditions. If you haven’t, be sure to schedule your first preventive exam soon.
Calling all creative Panthers! Enter the UNI Alumni Association's t-shirt design contest for the 2025 Panthers Virtual 5K. The winning design will be featured on the event t-shirt and promotions. Due Friday, May 16.
