HR Briefs Archive

Since your UT SELECT medical plan covers preventative care at 100%, it’s important for UTD employees and retirees to take advantage of this important benefit.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Wednesday, July 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.  

UT SELECT health plan members can take part in a five-day getaway week and earn points via the UT Living Well platform June 16-20. 

Financial wellness involves managing finances effectively to reduce stress, enhance quality of life and achieve financial independence.  

The summer session of Wondr begins Monday, July 7. 

The June Benefits Flash features information about how employees can maximize their retirement savings through the UT voluntary retirement savings program. 

The AllOne Health EAP is offering two webinars to help employees improve their problem-solving skills, as well as to understand the stages of change. 

Making the most of summer doesn’t look the same for everyone. It’s not just about vacations or special experiences. It’s also an opportunity to relax, recharge and reflect on what’s important to you.

Managing the Stress of Relationships, the second in a series of stress management webinars, will be held Monday, June 30, from 1 to 2 p.m.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on June 4, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event. 

Employees of The University of Texas at Dallas are able to utilize UT SELECT, a self-funded PPO medical insurance plan, administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.

The May 2025 Benefits Flash features information about how employees can utilize UT FLEX healthcare and dependent care reimbursement accounts.

UT Dallas’ employee assistance program, AllOne Health EAP, is offering a live webinar, Psychological First Aid: Addressing the Human Aspect of Crisis, Wednesday, May 21 from 11 to 11:45 a.m.

UT System provides many resources to help employees learn about personal finances and how to plan for retirement.

Coping with a friend or family member’s mental health can be overwhelming. It is easy to get caught up in the urgency of their situation, and it can be challenging to look out for your well-being.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Wednesday, May 7, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event. 

AllOne Health — UT Dallas’ employee assistance program (EAP) — is shining a light on neurodiversity this month.

The latest Learn to Live (L2L) webinar, Wednesday, April 23, from noon to 12:30 p.m., is designed to help employees manage stress and social anxiety.

Even with recent plan changes, members of UT System’s UT SELECT, UT SHIP and UT CARE plans will continue to have in-network access to doctors and facilities at UT Southwestern Medical Center.

The Benefits Flash highlights benefits information to UT Dallas employees.

UT Dallas employees can still participate in the UT Living Well Spring Forward Team Challenge.

UT System provides many resources to help employees learn about personal finances and plan for retirement through webinars, personal appointments and websites.

The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will be visiting the UT Dallas campus Friday, May 2, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the loading zone north of the Activity Center (AB).

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on April 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.

UT System health care provider Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas will host a webinar where UT SELECT members can learn more about Headway Behavioral Health.

UT Dallas employees are invited to learn more about retirement planning in an upcoming seminar.

UT System provides many resources to help employees learn about personal finances and plan for retirement through webinars, personal appointments, and websites.

Rest and recharge with support from an upcoming webinar about how to sleep better.

AllOne Health EAP is offering a series of quarterly webinars to help UTD employees better handle stress. The first event will be held Monday, March 31 from 1 to 2 p.m.

The Office of Human Resources has posted the 2025 notice for a drug-free workplace, in accordance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act.

The Office of Human Resources invites campus time administrators to learn or re-learn details about the campus leave system. The event will be Wednesday, March 26, from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Microsoft Teams.

UT System provides many resources to help employees learn about personal finances and how to plan for retirement through webinars, personal appointments, and web information.

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, UT System’s health insurance administrator, is offering an incentive for new enrollees to its fitness program.

UT Dallas employees should review the 2025 Retirement Eligibility Notice.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on March 5, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.

The February Benefits Flash features information about UTD’s My Total Rewards Statement.

The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will be visiting the UT Dallas campus Friday, March 7, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the loading zone north of the Activity Center (AB).

UT Dallas is offering on-campus cardiovascular screenings for employees Feb. 21, Feb. 25 and Feb. 28.

On Monday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m., join the 10-minute UT System-wide walk for heart health on campus – or wherever you are.

An upcoming webinar offers UTD employees factual information about what it takes to be heart healthy.

AllOne Health EAP (formerly Deer Oaks EAP) reminds employees that conflict is a natural part of life, whether in personal relationships, at work or even within ourselves. But not all conflicts are created equal.

The Office of Human Resources is reminding supervisors that performance appraisals are due May 31. 

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event. 

The next Learn to Live Webinar will discuss self-talk and how it can help your well-being in 2025.

UT System’s retirement providers offer resources and personal appointments throughout the year to help you plan for retirement.

The Healthier Texas Community Challenge is coming to UT Dallas, Jan. 13 to March 9. Join the free eight-week health competition that encourages daily healthy habits and unites Texans to build a healthier Texas.

Ditch New Year’s resolutions and make a lasting change with Wondr, a digital weight-loss program tailored to you.

UT Dallas partner TIAA is offering free, in-person financial consultations for UT Dallas employees on Jan. 30. The sessions will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Live Oak Conference Room (AD 3.418Q) with Brandon Dyson, TIAA financial consultant.

Although it’s deeply personal and unique to everyone, having a sense of purpose brings meaning and direction to life. This, in turn, provides motivation, determination and momentum. It’s like an inner spark that motivates you to get up in the morning — and to keep moving forward despite the setbacks.

The December Benefits Flash features information about the UT Dallas retirement process.

Gratitude is a deeply felt emotion that’s rooted in recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of life — the kindness, support, and generosity of others as well as the simple joys, pleasures, and beauty in everyday life.

UT SELECT members are invited to participate in daily wellness activities during the week of Dec. 9.

With deadlines and holiday plans, the end of the semester may be stressful. UT Dallas employees are invited to engage in wellness activities the week of Dec. 9 to help manage stress.

The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit is coming to UT Dallas Friday, Dec. 13. The unit will be parked at the loading zone north of the Activity Center (AB) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

A come-and-go retirement party for Colleen Dutton will be from 2 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 17 at Blackstone LaunchPad. Remarks will be at 2:15 p.m. 

The Benefits Flash highlights benefits information to UT Dallas employees.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Wednesday, Dec. 4, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.

Employees who have trouble paying attention and staying organized can attend an upcoming webinar on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

In accordance with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) provisions, UT Dallas will have the 2024 Form 1095-C available by Jan. 31, 2025.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Nov. 6, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.

Deer Oaks EAP is offering quarterly stress management webinars designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to cope more effectively with stress so you can live healthier and more productive lives.

The holiday season is around the corner and many people are already experiencing mixed emotions and additional stress. To experience more joy and less stress this holiday season, it helps to develop a game plan now.

UT Dallas employees raised $3,410 to support Special Olympics Texas athletes through the Richardson Corporate Challenge. Thanks to every employee who participated on Team UTD by joining a team, making donations and buying raffle tickets.

The Benefits Flash highlights benefits information to UT Dallas employees. Learn about the latest topics on the Benefits Flash site.

Three of UT Dallas’ financial planning partners are offering multiple ways for employees to learn more about securing their financial futures.

UT Dallas employees are invited to maintain or increase fitness goals while encouraging others to do the same by joining the UT LivingWell Fall Into Fitness Team Challenge.

Depression is a serious but treatable disorder that affects millions of people, from young to old and from all walks of life. Start by learning about depression and how to best talk about it with your friend or family member.

UT Dallas partner Learn to Live (L2L) is offering a series of Zoom webinars this month designed to promote mental wellness for employees and loved ones.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.

The Benefits Flash highlights benefits information to UT Dallas employees.

In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Lincoln Financial is offering a financial empowerment program designed to inspire participants to pursue their own financial dreams by targeting financial wellness and budgeting.

UT Dallas employees are invited to attend a quarterly stress management webinar Sept. 23, from 1 to 2 p.m.

Flu Shot Clinics for faculty, staff and retirees will be held Oct. 3-4 on the main campus, and Oct. 4 at the Center for BrainHealth and Callier Center Dallas.

New members can avoid the $19 enrollment fee by joining the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Fitness Program in September. Just mention or enter the code SEPTSAVE24. Sign up at Blue Access for Members by Monday, Sept. 30.

No matter where you are in your career — just getting started or planning for retirement — a session with a TIAA financial consultant can help employees create a plan that meets individual goals.

The Benefits Flash highlights benefits information to UT Dallas employees.

The latest Deer Oaks EAP newsletter includes tips on creative problem-solving, an approach to solving problems and generating new ideas.

Wondr, a 100% digital weight loss program that is part of benefits offered by the UT System, is accepting applicants through Sunday, Sept. 8 for the program session that begins Monday, Sept. 23.

The UT Dallas Campus Wellness Committee invites staff and faculty to its open house at the Synergy Park North (SPN) Wellness Center on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum on Sept. 4, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., as a Microsoft Teams live townhall event.

With the end of the benefits plan year coming soon, employees with remaining balances in the UT FLEX Plan have deadlines to consider for plan year 2023-2024. 

The latest newsletter from Deer Oaks EAP includes a number of topics, including tips to deal with conflict.

All recorded sessions and presentations during the Benefits Fair on July 15 and 16 are posted on the Benefits Resource Center’s agenda page and sections for insurance, retirement and wellness vendors.  

The Office of Human Resources is seeking your thoughts regarding the 2024 UT Dallas Benefits and Wellness Fair.

Appointments are still available for the Aug. 9 mammography screening. The UT Southwestern mobile mammography unit will visit the loading zone north of the Activity Center (AB) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, Aug. 9.

UT Dallas’ annual benefits enrollment will be open July 15-31. To help familiarize employees with the various benefits offered at UTD, the HR Benefits Department is hosting a Benefits and Wellness Fair on Monday, July 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Student Union Galaxy Rooms.