Author: sipiorsk@uwgb.edu
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Upcoming Changes to the UW Tax-Sheltered Annuity 403(b) Program
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The UW Tax-Sheltered Annuity (TSA) 403(b) Program, a supplemental retirement program, is working on enhancements in 2021. As a part of the process, UW System and the TSA Review Committee have carefully reviewed the program, including the current providers, investments, and communications with the following objectives in mind: Simplify the enrollment process Communicate with participants in a clear…
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Reminder: Student Employee Enrollment in MFA by 3/26/21
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As communicated earlier this week by IT, student supervisors have been asked to help with the rollout of multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all student employees. Student employees need to enroll in the Microsoft MFA system by the end of the day Friday, March 26th. A communication outlining this request and the steps needed to be…
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Rollout of Multifactor Authentication for HRS & My UW Portal
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As previously communicated by the Information Technology Division, the DUO multifactor authentication process is being rolled out for several systems, including HRS, SFS, the My UW Portal and UWBI. The primary change will be the look and feel of the login process, going from the current login screen to the Microsoft Single sign on screen:…
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How to Use Your 2021 Benefit ID Cards
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Are you using the right benefit ID card when you see your doctor, pick up a prescription, visit the dentist, or get your eyes checked? Using the right ID card when you check in for your appointment or pick up your prescription can save you time and prevent issues later. State Group Health Insurance ID…
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Corrected 2020 Form 1095-C Available
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Due to an incorrect monthly premium amount reported on most 1095-C Forms for the lowest-cost self-only health insurance plan option, corrected 2020 Form 1095-C were issued to employees and are now available online in the MyUW portal. $30 was included on most forms; $31 is the correct amount. A paper copy will be sent via U.S. Mail in late…
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Extended Vacation Carryover & End of Fiscal Year Leave Usage Reminders
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Due to the disruptive effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on employees schedules and the ability to take planned time off, the UW Admin Policy 1200-Interim 05: Interim: Vacation, Compensatory Time and Personal Holiday Carryover extended Academic Staff and Limited appointees ability to carryover unused vacation and personal holiday hours through June 30, 2021. UW System…
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Summer Prepay Insurance Premium Deductions
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Summer prepay insurance premiums are deducted from spring paychecks to cover the cost of continuing insurance coverage through the summer (contract break) months for eligible Faculty, Academic Staff, Limited Appointees, Student Assistants, and Employees-in-Training. The following employee groups will have Summer prepay deductions taken for State Group Health Insurance and other insurance programs in which…
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America Saves Week, February 22 – February 26
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Register now for America Saves Week events! This year, you may have experienced challenges adjusting to a new normal. America Saves Week, a national campaign encouraging savings and financial planning, is happening Monday, February 22 – Friday, February 26, 2021. UW System is offering free webinars and financial resources during this time to support your…
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Workshops to Offer Details on Upcoming Employee Paycheck Changes
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UW System recently announced benefits deduction and payroll frequency changes for employee paychecks. Benefits deductions will be split evenly between biweekly paychecks for all employees and paycheck frequency will change for employees who are currently paid monthly. If you are currently paid biweekly, most deductions for benefits such as health, dental, vision, and life insurance will be…