Below you will find HR News for university employees including training, benefits, compensation, payroll, and other news of importance. For news specific to UA Benefits including archived news, please see our Benefits News site.

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  • Health

    Three weeks left in the UA Wellness Program

    June 04, 2021

    Don't miss the opportunity to earn up to a $600 Wellness Rebate on your annual healthcare contributions! This year's UA Wellness Program concludes on June 30, 2021.

  • Sleeves up for summer

    Sleeves up for summer!

    June 04, 2021

    Help our campuses and communities crush the pandemic and enjoy Alaska's beautiful summer by sharing your COVID-19 vaccination story.

  • COVID-19

    UA COVID 19 Phase C - Operational Transition Guidelines

    May 21, 2021

    As the universities prepare to transition to Phase C of the COVID 19 On-site Operations Plan, UA Human Resources is providing guidelines and action items for supervisors to consider.

  • Mental Health Awareness Month

    Mental Health Awareness - Deer Oaks Webinar #2

    May 21, 2021

    After the success of the first webinar offered earlier this month and in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the University is hosting another live webinar event presented by our Employee Assistance Program, Deer Oaks.

  • 2021 Wellness Program

    Six weeks left in 2021 Wellness Program year

    May 21, 2021

    The FY21 wellness program year is coming to an end. There are only 6 weeks left to make sure that you've completed your 7 points for the $600 healthcare contribution rebate and your 12 points to be eligible for the high point raffle.

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    May Human Resources Updates

    May 21, 2021

    Each month Human Resources provides an update on systemwide projects currently in process. The details of these projects are still being worked on and communication will also be sent to those directly impacted prior to the effective date of the change.

  • Mental Health Awareness Month

    May is Mental Health Awareness Month

    May 07, 2021

    This past year the global pandemic presented many challenges that tested our strength and resiliency That's why, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the University of Alaska is providing you tools to support your own mental health.

  • Pat Pitney

    President Pitney Announces Extension of Administrative Furloughs for FY 22

    May 07, 2021

    After careful consideration and consulting with the chancellors, President Pitney has decided to extend a systemwide furlough in FY22 for senior leadership positions, including officers, senior administrators and non-represented faculty administrators although chancellors may decide to exempt certain positions.

  • open enrollment

    Open Enrollment Ends May 7

    May 07, 2021

    Today is the last day to make benefits changes.

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    April Human Resources Updates

    April 16, 2021

    Each month Human Resources provides an update on systemwide projects currently in process.