HR Update

Emails Graduate Assistants Will Receive Following Contract Approval

Graduate assistants (GAs) represented by GLU-UE who meet the eligibility criteria received an email notifying them of the 30-day window to opt-in to health care and/or dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) through the University. Coverage will be effective as of February 1, 2025, as long as the GA enrolls before the February 20 deadline.

Additionally, GLU-UE-represented GAs will receive a wage change notification for each appointment before the payday on February 5, 2025. 

Please reach out to Employee and Labor Relations with any questions. 

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