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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

August 2026

Tue 11
August 11 @ 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 13
August 13 @ 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 25
August 25 @ 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

September 2026

Tue 8
September 8 @ 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 17
September 17 @ 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 22
September 22 @ 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

October 2026

Tue 6
October 6 @ 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 15
October 15 @ 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
Tue 20
October 20 @ 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
Wed 28
October 28 @ 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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