Announcements

Phi Alpha Theta Lecture Series

Professor Barbara Cutter, of the History Department, will be giving the March installment of the Phi Alpha Theta Lecture Series: "The Spectacle of the Pro-Suffrage Female Mountaineer: Citizenship Claims and the Rivalry for the Women’s World High-Altitude Climbing Record, 1898-1912”. The lecture will be held in Seerley 115 on Wednesday, March 26 at 7 p.m.. The Phi Alpha Theta Lecture Series is always free and open to the public.

Foolproof Nutrition: Simple & Smart Eating for a Healthier You

Join Human Resource Services on Tuesday, April 1 for a fun and informative nutrition workshop that's no joke!  This engaging program will cover the basics of nutrition, helping you understand how to fuel your body with the right foods while making meal planning easier than ever.  This session will take place in Gilchrist 009 at 1 p.m. For more information and to register in advance for this session follow the link provided.

Red Flag, Green Flag: Navigating Healthy Dating

On Wednesday, April 9 from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in Sabin Hall 002 learn how to identify warning signs ("red flags") that indicate potentially unhealthy dating relationships. We want to encourage your understanding of these red flags but also highlight positive behaviors ("green flags") that promote safe and positive dating practices that will improve your well-being. Through a panel of dating and healthy relationship promotion experts, we invite you to join our group discussion of practicing and identifying red flags and green flags in real-life dating situations.

P&S Regents Award Nominations

P&S Regents Award of Excellence nominations deadline is approaching. We encourage you to nominate a member of the P&S community that has shown great work in their professional responsibilities. Nominations are due by Friday, March 14. Please go to this link for more details and the official nomination form.  Winners will be honored on Tuesday, May 6 with a reception and President's updates.  

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 Wednesday, April 2 at 10 a.m. in Gilchrist 009. Please register in advance.

Own Your Benefits: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Deadline for 2024 Contributions

Tuesday, March 15, 2025, is the last day to experience claims for your 2024 FSA, unused balances will be forfeited. You may use the ASIFlex app or upload claims through ASIFlex.com. You may also use your remaining 2024 balance by visiting FSAStore.com to purchase eligible items, which include over-the-counter items.

Human Resource Services Newsletter

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

Next IAF Application Deadline is Thursday, March 6

Completed IAF applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 6 (this deadline is for research applications or any trips occurring between (Apr 1 - Apr. 30). The Intercollegiate Academics Fund (IAF) is a yearly allocation of Student Activity Fee monies that exists to promote and support intercollegiate academic experiences for University of Northern Iowa students. Specifically, the IAF supports students in two ways: 1) through a travel fund for students who participate in intercollegiate academic competitions and presentations at professional conferences; and 2) through a research and creative activity fund which supports student research and creative activities. See the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs website for more details.