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Latest HR News

  • Important Update: New IRS Rule for Catch-Up Contributions Beginning in 2026

    Beginning January 1, 2026, employees who are age 50 or older and who make catch-up contributions to the USM Supplemental Retirement Plans will be required to make those contributions on a Roth (after-tax) basis if they earned $150,000 or more in wages from USM during the prior calendar year. Catch-up contributions allow employees age 50 and older to contribute extra money to retirement accounts beyond the standard limits.

  • Perks@Work: Library Resources

    Faculty and staff members at the University of Maryland have free access to The New York Times. Stay informed with the latest news delivered to your inbox, unwind with classic NYT games like Wordle or Connections, or dive into The Morning newsletter for a daily dose of insights and inspiration.

  • Benefits Spotlight: Winter & Spring Term | Tuition Remission Portal Now Open

    The UHR Office of Employee Benefits is now accepting tuition remission applications for the Winter semester (beginning on January 5, 2026) and the Spring semester (beginning on January 26, 2026).

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Upcoming Events

May 2026

Thu 14
May 14 @ 10:00AM - 11:30AM

New Supervisor Orientation

This orientation is your first step toward confidently navigating your role, building strong connections, and leading with impact at U[...]
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Tue 19
May 19 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
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June 2026

Tue 2
June 2 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Sun Shining on McKeldin
Tue 16
June 16 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Sun Shining on McKeldin
Thu 18
June 18 @ 10:00AM - 11:30AM

New Supervisor Orientation

This orientation is your first step toward confidently navigating your role, building strong connections, and leading with impact at U[...]
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Tue 30
June 30 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Sun Shining on McKeldin

July 2026

Tue 14
July 14 @ 10:00AM – 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Sun Shining on McKeldin
Thu 16
July 16 @ 10:00AM - 11:30AM

New Supervisor Orientation

This orientation is your first step toward confidently navigating your role, building strong connections, and leading with impact at U[...]
New Supervisor Orientation Logo
Wed 22
July 22 @ 09:00AM - 12:30PM

Virtual Orientation Day 2

UHR’s Virtual Orientation Day 2 is for employees who have started working at the university within the past three months and who have already attended UHR’s Virt[...]
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Tue 28
July 28 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM

In-Person New Employee Orientation

PLEASE NOTE: In-Person NEO is required for employees who are in a bargaining unit position.[...]
Sun Shining on McKeldin
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