Free webinar: Healthy mind toolkit
May 20, 2019, Megan Joyner
Beginning May 21, employees can access a free seminar to learn practices for restful sleep, balanced nutrition, healthy relationships, regular mindfulness practices and more.
May 20, 2019, Megan Joyner
Beginning May 21, employees can access a free seminar to learn practices for restful sleep, balanced nutrition, healthy relationships, regular mindfulness practices and more.
December 05, 2018, Megan Joyner
There are many ways to communicate how you feel to the people in your life. Access this free online seminar starting December 18, and explore how you can use communication to strengthen your personal and professional relationships.
November 08, 2018, Megan Joyner
Older relatives may require more care than family or neighbors can provide. Starting Nov. 20, you can access this free online seminar to explore helpful first step in determining what kind of care is needed.
May 07, 2018, Megan Joyner
The Division of Human Resources would like to know how satisfied you are with the current benefit options available to USC employees. Please respond to the survey by Monday, May 14.
January 22, 2018, Megan Joyner
The State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) open enrollment period is in progress and will run through Thursday, March 1. During this time, participants may change vendors or switch to the South Carolina Retirement System.
March 10, 2017, Megan Joyner
Blue CareOnDemand makes getting sick a little less inconvenient by letting you skip the waiting room.
March 09, 2017, Megan Joyner
UofSC’s new Employee Assistance Program provider, MYGroup, will be on the Columbia campus March 20 to introduce their services to employees.
November 08, 2016, Megan Joyner
If you participate in a MoneyPlus MSA, you will be able to contribute more pretax income to your Medical Spending Accounts in 2017. Employees have until November 15, 2016, the extended open enrollment deadline, to adjust your contribution amount.
October 27, 2016, Megan Joyner
While the open enrollment period has been extended until November 15, time is quickly running out to make changes to your benefits. Any changes made will be effective January 1, 2017.
August 30, 2016, Megan Joyner
Highlighting this year's Benefits Fair on Tuesday, September 20, is a FREE preventive workplace screening provided by Carolina Occupational Health. Learn more about these screenings ($350 value) and pre-register online before September 13 for your screening appointment.
August 30, 2016, Megan Joyner
Are you confident that you are properly investing your savings? Get help meeting your financial goals by scheduling a free appointment with a TIAA-CREF consultant! Call 800-732-8353 to schedule your appointment during their next visit on September 6, 7 and 8.
August 22, 2016, Megan Joyner
Approximately 1,000 USC employees will transition from an exempt status to a non-exempt status due to new regulations released by The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), increasing the minimum salary requirement for employees to be considered exempt. The University of South Carolina will implement the changes system wide effective October 16, 2016.
August 04, 2016, Megan Joyner
Caring for an aging adult can bring with it a great deal of stress, and it's essential that family members and service providers collaborate. Learn how to access care options and communicate productively with aging adults through an online seminar that can be accessed anytime starting August 16.
July 11, 2016, Megan Joyner
USC Beaufort Vice Chancellor for Advancement and External Relations, Lynn McGee, Ph.D., has been selected for a 2016-17 U.S. Scholar grant to participate in a Fulbright International Education Administrators seminar.
June 14, 2016, Megan Joyner
Each year, faculty and staff members are selected to participate in either the Emerging Leaders Program (ELP) or the Pipeline for Academy Leaders (PAL). Nomination deadlines for the 2016-2017 academic year are quickly approaching! Nominations must be submitted by June 30 for ELP and July 15 for PAL.
June 14, 2016, Megan Joyner
Dr. Mohamed H. Rashwan, Business Program Director in the Faculty of Business Administration, Economics and Political Science at The British University in Egypt has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright Award to conduct research at the Darla Moore School of Business from May - August 2016.
May 18, 2016, Megan Joyner
Since State Optional Retirement Plan (State ORP) participants are responsible for investing and managing their own retirement account, it is important that you understand your investment options. Stay on track by scheduling an appointment with MassMutual's retirement education specialist.
May 17, 2016, Megan Joyner
When you have depression, it interferes with daily life and causes pain for both you and those who care about you. UofSC faculty and staff can get help with information and resources about depression through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
May 09, 2016, Megan Joyner
State employees now have access to hundreds of special offers on entertainment and travel through the TicketsatWork Program. Sign up today to save on tickets, hotels and more!
April 29, 2016, Megan Joyner
The core competition for 2017-2018 academic year is now open. Nearly 500 teaching, research or combination awards are available in over 125 countries. Interested faculty and professionals must apply by August 1, 2016.
February 25, 2016, Megan Joyner
The last day for State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) open enrollment is Tuesday, March 1. During this period, State ORP participants may change vendors or, if eligible, may choose to irrevocably switch to the South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS). Any changes made during this time will be effective as of April 1, 2016.
February 04, 2016, Megan Joyner
One of the new requirements under the Affordable Care Act is to provide proof of health insurance. While the IRS will receive a record of your 2015 health care coverage status, the Division of Human Resources will also send each eligible USC employee a copy of form 1095-C, indicating health care coverage status for eligible employees in 2015. The forms will be sent by March 31, 2016.
January 22, 2016, Megan Joyner
Now that Express Scripts is the new prescription vendor for the State Health Plan, members should be aware of changes that may have been made to the list of covered drugs, and the preauthorization process for medications. Learn more about changes that may impact your prescription needs, and how you can work with your physicians and pharmacists to make the transition as smooth as possible.
January 08, 2016, Megan Joyner
The annual open enrollment period for the State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP) is January 1 to March 1. All employees who are currently enrolled in the State ORP will receive an email from the Benefits Office regarding their open enrollment options. These include the opportunity for State ORP participants to change vendors or to switch to the SCRS program.
December 10, 2015, Megan Joyner
The New Year means a new opportunity to make changes in your life. Instead of just making resolutions, why not try a personal development plan? Join us for this free webinar on Tuesday, December 15 at 2 p.m. to learn more!