HR Update

Heidi R. in the lab
Meet Heidi R.

Through the "Dear Minnesota" campaign, the University of Minnesota has collected stories of how the University has improved the lives of our students, faculty, and staff. Employee Heidi R. shared their story—here's an excerpt:

"I earned my master's degree in soil science in May of 2021 and continue working at NWROC [Northwest Research and Outreach Center]."

Read Heidi's full "Dear Minnesota" submission

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New Employee Orientation Meetings

Represented employees are expected to attend orientation.

Fidelity Investments to Require Multi-Factor Authentication

Multi-factor authentication adds extra login security to your NetBenefits® account.

New Preventing Sexual Misconduct and Discrimination Coming in March 2025

New training will be mandatory for all employees.

Update: Access to Personnel Files

Employees have access to their personnel record every six months.

Expanded Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

Expanded benefit now allows for time to plan a funeral and other related events.