September 2024 | Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness |
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Explore Your Pay with Model My Pay |
Active employees with at least one payslip can now run simulations to see the estimated impact on their future payslips by adjusting their earnings, deductions and tax elections. Model My Pay provides approximation only and does not impact your actual pay.
Access Model My Pay in Workday via the search box, the Pay app on your home page or directly from your payslip. An instructional video is available in Workday Services.
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Texas A&M University hired more than 1,400 employees in August, and Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness (HROE) welcomed them at New Employee Orientation. This Day 1 program ensures that employees start their careers seamlessly by partnering with HROE professionals to complete new employee documentation, enroll in insurance and retirement options, and get accurately added to payroll. They also learn about our Aggie Core Values and receive a personal welcome from a senior executive. Learn more on the Onboarding Services website.
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- Vendor Exhibit Hall: Discover and interact with a diverse array of local vendors.
- Keynote Sessions: Attend inspiring keynotes designed to enrich your professional development and personal well-being.
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Breakout Sessions: Engage in interactive breakout sessions and connect with others.
- Exercise and Movement Classes: Join classes designed to enhance your wellness.
- Wellness Panel: Gain valuable insights from a panel of Texas A&M System Benefits partners.
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Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your wellness and professional growth. Register to attend and get ready for a day full of enriching experiences!
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Looking for a volunteer opportunity? |
Be a part of the Employee Wellness Fair by volunteering with us on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Help create an unforgettable experience for your colleagues while gaining valuable event experience and connecting with others who share your passion for wellness.
Why Volunteer?
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- Play a key role in event success.
- Network with colleagues across the university.
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Your time and energy will make all the difference. All volunteers will receive breakfast and lunch to-go meals that align with their volunteer shifts. Sign up here to be a volunteer.
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Registration Open for Fall Retirement Planning Event |
Benefit and Retirement Services will host a retirement planning event on Tuesday, Nov. 5 for employees enrolled in the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Teacher Retirement System (TRS). The event will take place in Room 101 of the General Services Complex on our main campus. The ORP session is scheduled from 8-9:15 a.m., followed by the TRS session from 9:30-11:15 a.m. Join us to learn more about your retirement options.
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Learn More About the Seven-Step Approach to Caregiving |
Today’s world is filled with responsibilities and distractions. On Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 1:30-2:30 p.m., join us virtually for an insightful discussion on how the caregiver role can impact our personal identity. In the midst of juggling caregiving and other demands, it’s easy to lose sight of who we are. Let’s explore this journey together and discover ways to find balance amidst the chaos.
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| Unlock the Secrets of Sleep |
Join us virtually on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., for part 1 of our four-part Sleep Series - The Science of Sleep! Learn about sleep stages, the benefits of good rest and how to interpret your sleep tracker data. Texas A&M Professor Dr. Steven Woltering will unravel the mysteries of sleep and share insights from his research. Each session is stand-alone, so you can join just this one or attend them all. Don’t miss this opportunity to improve your sleep and well-being.
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Employee Learning Week Returns |
Organizational Development is excited to announce its participation in the Association for Talent Development’s Employee Learning Week (ELW) Dec. 3-12.
Building on last year’s success, we are offering five new courses:
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- Crucial Conversations for Accountability*
- Crucial Conversations for Accountability Add-On
- Crucial Influence*
- Mastering EQ (Emotional Intelligence) Level 1
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Also offered in person at Texas A&M University at Galveston, the Higher Education Center at McAllen and the School of Law in Fort Worth.
- The Power of Habit*
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*Also available on-demand and self-paced.
Registration opens Tuesday, Oct. 1. Take advantage of these valuable learning opportunities to enhance your skills and grow your career. We look forward to seeing you during ELW!
For questions, email OrgDev@tamu.edu.
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Reminder: Use Flexible Spending Account Funds by Nov. 15 |
Use your flexible spending account (FSA) funds by Friday, Nov. 15. FSA cards can be used online at retailers such as Amazon and the FSA Store.
Visit Navia’s website to check your balance.
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| New Fiscal Year Brings New Deductibles and Out-of-Pocket Maximums |
As the new plan year begins, deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums reset for both individuals and families.
Log in to your BlueAccess for Members account to check your status.
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Congratulations to Leadership Program Graduates |
Congratulations to the recent graduates of Texas A&M’s leadership development programs! Participants overcame personal challenges, identified strengths and honed essential leadership skills through interactive workshops while expanding their professional networks. Their dedication to developing these competencies will significantly impact the future of our organization.
Enrollment is now open for the upcoming Leading Self track and Leading Others cohort.
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Join the Generative AI Learning Community |
Are you a faculty member interested in the potential of generative AI in education? The Center for Teaching Excellence’s (CTE) Generative AI Learning Community offers a platform to explore, innovate and collaborate with colleagues.
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Stay informed on the latest developments and best practices in generative AI.
- Experiment with AI tools to enhance teaching, learning and research.
- Engage in meaningful dialogue with peers and experts.
- Promote ethical, responsible and inclusive AI use in education.
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Design and implement a generative AI project plan for your course.
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Who Can Join? Faculty from all backgrounds, expertise levels and interests are welcome. Meetings are hosted biweekly online, including workshops, webinars, demos, discussions, projects and showcases. The application to participate opens Monday, Sept. 30 and closes Friday, Oct. 11.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of educational innovation. Visit CTE's website for more information and to apply.
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AI Playground Returns This Fall |
The AI Playground is back! Starting this Friday, Sept. 20, staff and faculty are invited to bring their devices and explore creative ways to use AI for planning fun fall activities and other projects. Join the CTE team in Blocker 232 on our main campus at 10 a.m. on the third Friday of each month.
More information about current AI learning opportunities for faculty and staff is available on the AI Initiatives webpage.
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- Community-Based
- Managers’ Minutes
- Organizational Development
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Living Well Featured Classes and Events
Find opportunities to try something new, grow and connect with individuals across campuses, both virtually and in person. Remember to review our terms and conditions for participating.
- Living Well Calendars
- Miscellaneous
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Texas A&M introduced Family Leave Pool to assist faculty and staff with serious health conditions who do not have the 80 hours of leave required to qualify for Sick Leave Pool. With a starting balance of zero hours in the Family Leave Pool, retiring or resigning employees are encouraged to consider donating all or part of their sick leave hours to the Family Leave Pool.
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The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents released the FY25 holiday schedule. Some campuses and teaching sites, including Texas A&M University at Qatar, Texas A&M University School of Dentistry and Texas A&M University School of Law, may have different holiday schedules. For additional information regarding holiday schedules, holiday pay eligibility and more, please review the details shared on the holiday webpage.
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Baylor Scott & White and BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) are still currently in contract negotiations. A contract extension is in place until Oct. 1, 2024, meaning Baylor Scott & White providers, hospitals and other facilities will remain in-network for BCBSTX members until Oct. 1, unless new agreements are reached ahead of that date.
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Living Well programs are available to Texas A&M full-time, benefits-eligible faculty and staff, and retirees. We strive to ensure that Texas A&M University is a place where everyone can live well and thrive as a whole person — and together as a whole community.
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