HR Update

April is Earth Month

Did you know spending time outdoors can help reduce stress and boost your mood? Not only is it great for your physical health but it can also spark creativity! Appreciate the earth and kickoff a season the warmer days by not only taking the time ourselves as managers but also by encouraging employees to: 

  • Move fitness outdoors - Being in nature has been shown to reduce blood pressure, reduce chronic disease and enhance overall physical fitness. 
  • Take a mental health break by simply getting a breath of fresh air - Nature provides the best setting to take a moment to decompress & find peace during a busy day. 
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Change in Unemployment Eligibility

Effective May 28, 2023, non-exempt 9 and 10-month University employees will no longer be disqualified from receiving unemployment benefits between academic terms.

Deadline Approaching for Required Disability Accommodations Course

The Canvas-housed “Fundamentals of Disability Accommodations and Inclusive Course Design” has a completion deadline of June 18, 2023, for all instructors.

New Online Sexual Misconduct Prevention Course

The University is rolling out a new online sexual misconduct prevention course for employees who have not completed the prior sexual misconduct course.

How Legalized Marijuana Impacts Your Job at the University of Minnesota

Employees who violate the University’s Drug-Free policy, Smoke-and Tobacco-Free policy, or Code of Conduct and perform work while impaired due to the use of controlled substances are subject to disciplinary action.

Message Planned for Anticipated Legalized Marijuana 

The anticipated legalization of recreational marijuana in Minnesota will not impact employee performance expectations.