Leaves and Time Away

Information on vacations, time away, leaves of absence, benefits, and supervisor resources to help University employees balance work and personal life.

The University's holiday calendars, including specific dates for system campuses, information on personal and floating holidays, and policies regarding religious observances.

Information about paid vacation time off policies for different employee groups at the University, including details on eligibility, accrual rates, and what happens to vacation time when an employee changes jobs or leaves the University.

Information on the University's sick time off policies, including both traditional sick leave and Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), and how they can be used, accrued, and accessed by employees.

Explore various paid and unpaid leave options, including medical, parental, personal and military leave, to support University of Minnesota employees during extended time away from work.