Finance and Administration News
Software Purchase Process Reminder
As we begin the new calendar year, we wanted to communicate again, the process that must be followed before purchasing software. Most software vendors require the customer accept certain terms and conditions in order to use the software. As a public institution in the State of Ohio, Ohio University is required to abide by certain terms and conditions in accordance with Ohio law. As a result, before any purchase of software is made, the purchaser must first seek approval of the software from the Office of Information Technology (OIT) as well as receive approval for the terms and conditions of the software by Purchasing Contracts.
Anthem Provides Covid-19 Vaccine Update
The Anthem website has been updated with information regarding the Covid-19 vaccine.
$1 million Sustainable Construction Materials grant
The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced $8.7 million in awards to “Develop Emerging Carbon-Based Building and Construction Materials,” with OHIO’s Jason Trembly receiving two $500,000 grants for two separate projects focused on addressing climate change and sustainability issues surrounding construction and infrastructure.
Professional Pathways Customer Service Skills Certificate Available
A Professional Pathways Customer Service Skills Certificate is now available. This program is designed to improve knowledge and skills associated with building, maintaining, and improving customer service connections and relationships.
BS Environmental Science & Sustainability degree program approved by Board of Trustees
The Ohio University Board of Trustees approved a new environmental science and sustainability degree program and discussed new strategies for scholarship and aid optimization during its meetings Jan. 14-15
UHR offers recruitment guidelines lunch and learn sessions
University Human Resources, the Division of Diversity and Inclusion, the Office for University Accessibility, Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, and a number of other University stakeholders have partnered to establish new guidelines for recruitment and selection of faculty and staff at OHIO.
As Families First Coronavirus Response Act expires, UHR reminds employees of other flex and leave options
The FFCRA and all related leave allowances expired Dec. 31, 2020, University Human Resources recognizes that employees will likely continue to face unique leaves and flex needs throughout the remainder of the pandemic.
Employees invited to self-disclose race/ethnicity, disability status and veteran status
As you know, OHIO’s top priority is to become a national leader for diversity and inclusion, creating an environment where difference in all of its forms is welcomed and celebrated. We invite you to actively contribute to our progress by voluntarily self-identifying in a variety of areas to help more accurately determine the diversity of our workforce.
Benefits Offerings course available in Professional Development Pathways
The PDP program offers the Benefits Offerings course to introduce the types of benefits offered to OHIO faculty and staff, the eligibility requirements, and where to find specific resources regarding these benefits.
OHIO IT previews spring technology updates
Several teaching and learning tools and services received upgrades for spring semester, including testing services, Panopto, Turnitin, Microsoft Teams, learning spaces and Adobe Connect.