Announcements

Financial Wellness: Preparing for Tax Season: What You Need to Know

Human Resource Services will host an informational session on taxes. Join us to learn more about current tax laws including: tax credits, deductions, W-4 withholdings and additional ways to reduce taxable income through Flex Spending and Tax-Deferred Annuities. This one-hour session will be led by Cathalene Bowler, Associate Professor of Accounting, Tuesday, January 23 at 11 a.m. via Zoom. Advanced registration is required.

New Review Policy

Policy 4.75: Staff Tuition Reimbursement Program is now up for review on the Policies site. This policy must be reviewed by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. 

Human Resource Services Newsletter

The Human Resource Services January newsletter is now available. View upcoming workshops, seminars, tips on using your UNI benefits, informational articles and employees retiring this month.

Own Your Benefits: New Wellmark ID Cards

All employees enrolled in either the UNI Blue HMO, or UNI PPO health insurance plans are receiving new ID cards. It’s important to put it in your wallet and destroy any old ID cards with an effective date before January 1, 2024. Always show your doctor’s office or pharmacy the most up-to-date card. You may log into your MyWellmark account to request additional cards if more than two are needed.

Retirement Readiness: Retire from UNI

Human Resource Services will host an informational session on retiring from UNI, for faculty and staff planning to retire soon or in the foreseeable future. Participants will learn guidelines and benefits available at retirement from UNI. This hour-long session will take place on Monday, January 29 at 10 a.m. in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance

Full Access to New York Times at UNI

UNI students and faculty can enjoy everything The New York Times offers, for free. Start exploring news, games, cooking, Wirecutter and The Athletic today by activating your access from Rod Library.  

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Piano Class for Young Beginners

It’s a great time to learn piano.  Students ages 4-7 are invited to join a fun class for kids interested in learning more about music and piano.  Music for Little Mozarts classes start Tuesday, January 30.  Learn more and register at Music Friends Piano Class | Community Music School.

Join the UNI Children's Choir

The UNI Children’s Choir is going to the movies, singing songs from some of our favorite shows.  Rehearsals start Tuesday, January 23 at 6:30-7:45 p.m. and are open to children in grades 3-9.  UNI Children's Choir | Community Music School