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Human Resources

Lunch & Learn Session, Nov. 4

cholesterol dreamstime copyThe next Lunch & Learn session, titled “Cholesterol Counts: What You Should Know,” will take place on Wednesday, November 4, from noon to 1 p.m., in the Clark Library conference room (222). Lean about what cholesterol is and why the level of cholesterol in your body is important. A representative of Kaiser Permanente will review symptoms, diagnosis, and monitoring of cholesterol. Prevention and treatment strategies that can improve cholesterol and reduce risk of heart disease will also be covered.

For more information contact human resources at 8981 or hr@up.edu.

UP Wellness Fair: October 28

wellness dreamstime copyAll employees are welcome to attend this year’s UP Wellness Fair on Wednesday, October 28, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in Franz Hall Room 120. New and longtime vendors will participate to bring UP employees the latest news about benefits, and will offer massages and great raffle prizes. The University’s employee assistance plan vendor will be here as well as other health-oriented organizations.

For more information contact HR at 8981 or hr@up.edu.

On-Site Flu Shot Clinic, Oct. 28

1aFlu Shot Child.150jpgFaculty and staff who are covered by Kaiser insurance will have the opportunity to receive a flu vaccine sponsored by the human resources office on Wednesday, October 28, during the Wellness Fair in Franz Hall room 120. Please remember to bring a Kaiser Permanente membership card and a photo I.D.

For more information contact Nicole Bresnahan, human resources, at 8752 or bresnaha@up.edu.

Flexible Spending Account Vendor Changing in 2016

changes copyBeginning in January 2016, the University will be using a new vendor for flexible spending accounts. Discovery Benefits promises to bring a higher level of customer service and more on-line resources to support employee needs. All claims for 2015 will be completed through Flex-Plan Services (recently rebranded as Navia Benefits). Employees who have an allowed carryover at the end of the calendar year will automatically have those funds moved to Discovery Benefits for 2016 claims. More information will be available at the Wellness Fair on October 28.

For more information, contact HR at 8981 or hr@up.edu.

New HR Director Named

chungSandy Chung has been appointed director of human resources for the University of Portland, according to Alan Timmins, vice president for financial affairs.

Chung has extensive experience in human resources from her current position serving as director of employee and labor relations at Stanford University, and prior position as director of human resources and chief Title IX & diversity officer at Santa Monica College. She specializes in employment and equal learning opportunity laws, and has experience in work culture issues, compliance, processes, systems, and analytics.

A magna cum laude graduate of Harvard College and a cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School, Chung is also a member of the California and Oregon State Bars. She was born in Seoul, South Korea, immigrated to the United States as a child, and grew up in the Portland area, where she graduated from Sunset High School. Chung will assume her new duties beginning December 1, 2015.

For more information contact financial affairs at 7507 or healyr@up.edu.

UP Wellness: Emotional Intelligence, Oct. 7

hennessyThe human resources office will sponsor a workshop titled “Emotional Intelligence,” by Mary Hennessy of Cascade Centers, on Wednesday, October 7, from noon to 1 p.m., in the Clark Library conference room (no. 222). Hennessy’s talk is part of the HR office’s UP Wellness Events program. Hennessy’s one-hour workshop will define emotional intelligence, and discuss its importance in the workplace. Emotional competence will be explored, and participants will be provided a survey to examine their current level of emotional intelligence as well as resources for further information.

For more information contact HR at 8981 or hr@up.edu.

Nominate Now For Staff Awards

houckThe nomination period for Staff Awards will be September 21 through October 16, according to Chrys Lebs, human resources. Winners will be announced at the Staff Christmas Luncheon on Monday, December 21. The nomination form can be found at http://tinyurl.com/oc8q3dj.

For more information, contact HR at 8973 or hr@up.edu.

HR Lunch & Learn Session: “Diversity,” Sept. 17

diversity copyThe next human resources Lunch & Learn session topic will be “Diversity” and will take place at noon on Thursday, September 17, in the Clark Library conference room no. 222. All are invited to join friends and coworkers to learn about diversity issues and enjoy free snacks and giveaways.

For more information contact Chrys Lebs, human resources, at 8973 or lebs@up.edu.

TIAA CREF Counseling Sessions, Sept. 15-17, Orrico Hall

tiaa-cref copyTIAA-CREF investment counselor Michelle Hubbard will be on campus for individual financial counseling sessions from Tuesday, September 15 through Thursday, September 17, according to Chrys Lebs, human resources. Sessions will take place in Orrico Hall in room 101.

Go to www.tiaa-cref.org/schedulenow or call TIAA-CREF at (877) 842-2028 (press 5) to schedule an appointment today. For more information contact Lebs at 8973 or lebs@up.edu.

Health Care Renewal Open Forums, Aug. 31-Sept. 3

please_noteThe human resources office’s annual health care renewal open forums will take place on the following dates in the locations listed below:

  • Monday, August 31: Noon to 1 p.m., Chiles Center MVP room
  • Wednesday, September 2: Noon to 1 p.m., Franz Hall room 120
  • Thursday, September 3: Noon to 1 p.m., 5th floor conference room, Waldschmidt Hall.

All are welcome to attend and learn about health care trends and renewals. For more information contact HR at hr@up.edu.