HR News Archive

CTU Ratifies Successor Agreement
(6/30/11) On June 29, 2011 the Clerical-Technical Union at Michigan State University ratified a successor agreement to the contract between MSU and the Clerical-Technical Union that expired March 31, 2011. See a summary of the changes to the contract language.

Holiday Posting Schedule 2011-2012 for Support Staff Positions
(12/5/11) There will be no Position Vacancy Notice published on December 28, 2011 or January 4, 2012.

Private Space for Nursing Mothers at MSU
(5/18/11) There is now an interactive map available for mothers on campus who are looking for a room for breastfeeding and pumping.

2011 HR Legal Notice
(5/23/11) Our annual legal notice publication includes HIPAA, Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program, Michelle's Law, and the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998.

Now Accepting Nominations for Ruth Jameyson Award
(8/22/11) Award nominations are due by December 16, 2011.

Flexible Work Arrangements at MSU
(6/13/11) Learn about flexible scheduling options and how they can be a win-win situation for departments and employees.

Optional Employee-Paid Life Insurance Premium Reduction for 2011-12 Plan Year
(6/2/11) Due to a lower than expected number of claims processed, we are pleased to announce a premium reduction from July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 for current enrollees.

MSU Retirement Plan Proposed Changes to Vendors and Investments
Find out more about proposed changes.

How to Add Dependents to MSU Benefits
(3/17/11) Find out how to add dependents to MSU benefits using the new Enterprise Business Systems.

Over-the-Counter Medications Update for HCSA Enrollees
(3/1/11) Under certain conditions, HCSA debit cards may now be used to purchase OTC medications with a prescription.

Office Services (Temporary Staffing Service) Moves to Human Resources
(2/25/11) MSU departments can now call on Human Resources when they need to quickly locate and hire a temporary staff person to meet an immediate need.

MSU Launches Online Technology Training for Faculty and Staff
(11/11/10) Online video tutorials providing additional technology training options for MSU faculty and staff are now available.

MSU Investment and Retirement Fair
(9/8/10) MSU faculty, staff and retirees are invited to attend the MSU Investment and Retirement Fair on Wednesday, September 22, 2010.

Reminder - New Generic Prescribing Program Effective on March 1, 2010
(02/18/10) Effective March 1, 2010, MSU will implement a Generic Prescribing Program that will decrease prescription drug plan costs and continue to protect employee and retiree choice and access to quality medications.

Reminder Regarding June Health Plan Deductions
(6/10/10) Effective July 1, 2010, deductions for all types of benefits will be taken on a same-month basis (e.g. July deductions will pay for July benefits).