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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.

  • Perks@Work: Live and Work: College Park Program

    University of Maryland employees can receive $20,000 in down payment or closing cost assistance when they buy a home in College Park, Maryland. The initiative is through the College Park City-University Partnership’s Live+Work Program. More information is available on the College Park City-University Partnership website. 

  • Benefits Spotlight: Mental Wellness

    January is Mental Wellness Month. The University and University Human Resources remain committed to supporting the overall well-being of all employees. From emotional and physical health to family and professional support, a wide range of resources are available to help you thrive both at work and at home. Each type of well-being is broken down, and resources are shared in the Well-Being webpage of the UHR website. 

  • 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).

  • Did You Know? Open Enrollment Tips & Reminders

    Disclaimer: Open Enrollment for the 2026 plan year has closed. The next Open Enrollment period will begin in Fall 2026.As you review your benefit options, here are some helpful Tips and Reminders! 

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