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Stay informed with the latest updates, resources, and insights to support your career and well-being. From changes to employee benefits and financial wellness tips to professional development strategies and workplace trends, our timely articles keep you in the know. Check back regularly for expert advice and important updates to help you make the most of your workplace experience.
Healthcare & Holiday Savings: December's Benefit Spotlight
The countdown to a new year is on. For State of Maryland employees, 2025 is a reset year for Wellness Incentives. UHR is here to explain what that means and how you can take advantage of these healthcare incentives. Who: Benefit-eligible employees enrolled in United Healthcare, CareFirst, or Kaiser Permanente healthcare coverage for 2025.
Bonus Benefits Spotlight: Retirement@Work®
Coming Soon! Managing your University System of Maryland retirement plans will soon be simpler. Beginning December 17, 2024, you’ll have access to the Retirement@Work® online retirement plan portal. It brings all of your University System of Maryland supplemental retirement plan accounts together, regardless of investment provider– Fidelity or TIAA.
Enhance Your Learning: Upcoming Tuition Remission Deadlines
One of the biggest benefits you get from being a University of Maryland employee (or retiree) is Tuition Remission. This program allows employees, spouses, and dependents the opportunity to take classes at a University System of Maryland (USM) institution with waived tuition.
Empower Your 2025: Set Learning Resolutions with UMD's Professional Development Resources
As 2025 approaches, what better time to set inspiring goals for your professional journey? University Human Resources and the Talent Development team invite you to explore the many learning resources available at UMD to help you kick off the new year strong.
Workday Learning Application: Your Go-To Location for Locating and Registering for Learning Opportunities
We are counting down the days until the launch of Workday at UMD, and the excitement is building! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on a powerful professional development tool that will soon be at your fingertips—Workday Learning!
Open Enrollment, What’s New, What’s Changing?
Did you know that open enrollment is just around the corner? Mark your calendar for October 15, 2024, through November 8, 2024. As State of Maryland employee, it is important to understand the changes to our health care benefits before the open enrollment period starts.