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Communication for the staff and faculty of
The University of Texas at Dallas |
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Wednesday, December 5, 2018 |
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Jennifer McDowell MPA’09 (second from left), university registrar, and Dr. Murray Leaf (far right), professor of anthropology and political economy, pose with Dr. Hobson Wildenthal, executive vice president, and Dr. Inga Musselman, vice president of academic affairs and provost, at the Annual Service Awards. McDowell and Leaf were recognized for 20 and 40 years of service, respectively.
Staff, Faculty Milestones Celebrated
Last month, the University recognized staff and faculty members who reached service milestones of five, 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 years at the Annual Service Awards presentation and reception. In a separate event, employees who reached their 25-year service anniversary were inducted into the distinguished Quarter Century Club.
To see all of the honorees, visit the Employee Service Awards website.
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Enroll in Fitness Program for Free
The Fitness Program through UT SELECT and UT CONNECT is waiving the enrollment fee (a $25 value) for eligible new members who sign up by Monday, Dec. 31. Enter the coupon code FIT4DEC at checkout to waive the fee.
For a monthly fee of $25, Fitness Program members have access to a nationwide network of more than 10,000 participating facilities. Other features of the program include:
- Online enrollment and tracking.
- Automatic monthly payment withdrawal.
- No long-term contract required.
- Access to discounts through a nationwide Complementary and Alternative Medicine network of 40,000 health and well-being providers such as massage therapists, personal trainers and nutrition counselors.
To enroll, members can log in at bcbstx.com and click "Fitness Program" in the Quick Links section, or by calling 888-762-2583 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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Easy Ways to Support Staff Council Scholarships
Staff Council reminds employees that there are a couple of ways you can support the University, its programs and staff scholarships:
- Make a tax-deductible donation to Staff Council Scholarships and support your fellow staff who are pursuing degrees.
- Use the fundraising code “2018” when you wash your car at Legends Express Car Wash at 628 Coit Road in Plano and a portion of the sale will support the funding of Staff Council scholarships. The code is good every time you wash your car.
The next Staff Council meeting will be at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 12, in JSOM 1.508.
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Volunteers Needed for Commencement, Memories on the Mall
Staff members interested in volunteering at the Fall 2018 Commencement Ceremonies and Memories on the Mall are invited to sign up by Friday, Dec. 7. Commencement duties include serving as greeters, ushers or shuttle guides. Duties for Memories on the Mall include distributing alumni tote bags to graduates and serving refreshments.
Available shifts include:
Tuesday, Dec. 18
Commencement:
- 7:45-10:30 a.m.
- 10:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
- 12:45-3:30 p.m.
- 3:15-6 p.m.
- All Day (7:45 a.m.-6 p.m.)
Memories on the Mall
- 9:45-11 a.m.
- 12:15-1:30 p.m.
- 2:45-4 p.m.
- 5:15-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Dec. 19
Commencement
- 7:45-10:30 a.m.
- 10:15 a.m.-1 p.m.
- 12:45-3:30 p.m.
- All Day (7:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)
Memories on the Mall
- 9:45-11 a.m.
- 12:15-1:30 p.m.
- 2:45-4 p.m.
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Online Consent to Receive Form 1095-C
In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) provisions, UT Dallas will have the 2018 Form 1095-C available on or before Jan. 31, 2019. The Form 1095-C includes information about the health insurance coverage offered to employees, retirees and their dependents. You will receive the Form 1095-C if you were enrolled in the UT Medical Plan, if you worked an average of 30 or more hours per week or were considered a full-time employee in 2018.
If you provide consent, you can access your Form 1095-C online through Galaxy. If you provided consent in 2017, you do not have to do so again. The deadline to provide online consent is Jan. 13, 2019. If you do not provide the online consent, you will receive the form in the mail on or before the IRS deadline. The forms are expected to be available online on or before Jan. 31, 2019.
If you need to provide online consent, log in to Galaxy with your UT Dallas NetID and password. Then, go to Staff Tools, select ACA Form 1095-C and follow the on-screen instructions. Written instructions and FAQs are posted on the HR website for your reference.
If you have any questions, email [email protected] or contact the Office of Human Resources - Employee Benefits Team. If you have additional questions about your Form 1095-C, you may also visit the IRS website and the UT System Office of Employee Benefits website.
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UTD Is Tobacco Free
UT Dallas became a tobacco-free campus on June 1, 2017, in order to create a healthier work, research and learning environment for students, employees and visitors. The use of tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, pipes, water pipes, hookahs, electronic cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, snuff, chewing tobacco, electronic nicotine delivery systems, etc.) is prohibited everywhere on University property, including University vehicles. To learn more about the policy and available tobacco cessation resources, visit utdallas.edu/tobaccofree
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Office of Research Seminars and Events
Responsibilities to Society, 10 a.m.-noon, Wednesday, Dec. 5 (FA 2.206): Registration is required for this session of the Responsible Conduct of Research Development Series. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, email Suzanne Head or call ext. 5317.
eShipGlobal Training Seminar, 3- 4 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 11 (GR 3.302): The online shipping tool provides a convenient one-stop solution for shipping ground and express packages and letters. Registration is required and seating is limited. For more information, email Tiffany Willoughby or call ext. 4577.
Post-Approval Considerations in Human Subjects Research, 10-11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 12 (MC 2.404): The Office of Research Compliance will discuss how to manage your protocol records and ensure you are ready for a Post-Monitoring Review visit or an outside audit. Registration is required and seating is limited. For more information, email Tiffany Willoughby or call ext. 4577.
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About This Newsletter
InterCom is the official University-wide newsletter for UT Dallas faculty and staff members. This periodic publication is designed to provide University employees with important information necessary for the workplace, as well as community news that supports the University's mission. Guidelines about content and submissions can be found here or contact Robert Tracy at [email protected] or ext. 3521. |
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