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Annual Enrollment Opens Monday October 26
Benefits annual enrollment will take place Oct. 26 - Nov. 6, 2020 for the upcoming plan year. Some good news is that the rates for the Aetna HSA and POS medical plans will not increase in 2021. There is also a new medical plan option to consider with Kaiser Permanente! The annual enrollment website contains all of the information you need to know including What’s New for 2021, the 2021 Benefits Guide, rates, upcoming webinar dates and more. Visit the website. |
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MORE NEWS YOU CAN USE |
Town Hall Today at 4:15 pm
You are invited to join President Fenves, Executive Vice President for Business Administration Christopher L. Augostini, and Vice Presidents of Human Resources Del King and Theresa Milazzo today at 4:15 pm for a 30-minute conversation about the spring semester, our revised calendar, and changes you can expect on campus this spring. The Zoom link for this town hall will be sent in an email reminder today. |
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CDC Recommends Getting a Flu Shot by the End of October - Have You Gotten Yours?
Getting a flu shot is even more critical this year. As an Emory employee, you have several options for getting a free flu shot. Learn how. |
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Homecoming 2020 – You’re Invited!
Emory's Homecoming 2020 will take place in a unique, virtual setting on October 22-25! All staff are welcome to join the fun – there’s something for everyone, including a conversation with our new President, Greg Fenves, and a must-see musical showcase on Saturday featuring the Indigo Girls, Shadowboxers, and two Broadway superstars from the hit musical Hamilton. Read more. |
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Using Telemedicine with Your Emory Medical Plan
Have you been putting off scheduling a doctor’s appointment? Telemedicine can provide a safe way to access needed care using a computer, tablet or phone. Your Emory medical plan provides the following benefits for telemedicine visits at in-network providers.
- Testing and treatment of COVID-19 is covered at 100%.
- Behavioral/Mental Health visits are covered at no cost share through December 31, 2020.
- Other telemedicine visits are covered at the normal cost share for your medical plan.
Contact your health care provider today to see if a telemedicine appointment is appropriate for you or your family members. |
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FSAP Announces “A Single Mingle: Confronting Loneliness for Singles during the Pandemic” Tuesday, October 20, 5pm-6pm
Missing companionship of friends/family/colleagues? Difficulty dating? Yearning for “back to normal” group gatherings? Physical and social distancing, as well as working from home can be especially hard on singles. Being single does not have to mean being alone, but it may require more effort to stay connected. Join us virtually to share your challenges, brainstorm ways to feel connected, find new ways to cope and get support from others facing similar challenges. Register in advance to receive a confirmation email with details about joining via Zoom. |
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Staff Training Series Adds New Courses
Learning and Organizational Development, in partnership with Work Life, recently launched a new Staff Training Series that consist of short, interactive Zoom sessions that will provide tips and tools to individuals in a “non-people manager” position. These sessions are focused on topics such as providing feedback, ensuring productivity, surviving work-life during a pandemic, working remotely, and customer service. New courses have been added on Building Resilience in Challenging Times. View classes.
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Refresh From Stress: 30-Day Inspiration continues through October 30. Don’t Forget to Log Your Activities!
You are encouraged to make time to engage in simple and fun activities that focus on resilience, self-care, mindfulness, social connections, and gratitude through the end of the month (and beyond). Don’t forget to log in to Healthy Emory Connect to track the days you have Refreshed From Stress. Participants who complete at least 15 activities will earn bonus points and be entered into a drawing for additional prizes. Stay connected to the program on the go by downloading the Virgin Pulse app. |
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Webinar: Maximizing Your Day - Effective Time Management
October 20, 2020 12pm-1pm
Does the day seem to fly by and you haven’t accomplished a thing on your to-do list? If time management is so easy to accomplish on our own, then why do we all feel overwhelmed? This session will provide a basic explanation of the time management process, provide characteristics of effective time managers, discuss the importance of prioritizing important events, and explore the role of delegation and communicating delegation requests with others. Presented by WorkPlace Options. If you have questions about this webinar or Emory University WorkLife benefits, please contact Mary Ellen Eady, 404-727-4177. Register here. |
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Required Cybersecurity Training Begins In November
In an effort to improve Emory’s proactive stance in the area of cybersecurity, we are announcing the implementation of required cybersecurity training for all Emory staff members. This course is designed to teach the most critical topics regarding cybersecurity, so that our staff can help keep Emory safe. As you are aware, Emory relies on critical digital infrastructure and assets to provide services that fulfill our core missions of teaching, research, and healthcare delivery.
Starting in November, you will receive a communication from senior leadership that you are to take the course. Please access the training within 30 days following the email. The training module will take less than 30 minutes to complete. You may leave the course at any time and when you return, the course will open to the last page visited. Note that you must complete the exam portion of the training for the course to be marked as complete.
When you receive the email, please log in to Emory’s Learning Management System (“ELMS”) and click on the “My Learning” tile. The course titled, “Emory Cybersecurity Awareness Training” will be listed as one of your assigned courses.
If you experience issues launching the course, please make sure that the site is allowed in your browser’s pop-up blocker. Once you click the launch button, a new window will appear with a summary of the course information. After clicking the second launch button, the course content window will appear. If this new window does not appear, ensure that your pop-up blocker is allowing pop-ups from https://elmprod.emory.edu. |
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Juris Master Fall Lunch and Learn Events
Juris Master Lunch and Learn Webinars - Put the Law to Work for Your Career!
Emory University School of Law offers a Juris Master degree designed to enhance your career and academic background with a legal perspective. On-campus and online formats are available. Join us to learn more about the Juris Master and speak with representatives from the Office of Admission.
Questions? Contact us at jmadmission@emory.edu |
Select from multiple dates:
Thursday, October 22 @ 12pm
Monday, November 2 @ 12pm
Thursday, November 12 @ 12pm
RSVP at law.emory.edu/jm
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Ask the Registered Dietitian (RD)!
During this time of change and adaptation, many of us have struggled with maintaining healthy eating habits. Join this group discussion that will focus on a different nutrition topic each week to learn some tips for nutrition success! Occurs alternating Wednesdays at 10am via Zoom. Duration: 30 minutes.
October 21: Seasonal Eats
November 4: MyPlate: A Closer Look
November 18: Holiday Meal Makeovers
December 2: Four Keys to Healthy Eating When Ordering Out
December 16: Eating Healthy During the Holidays
Register HERE *If you have already registered previously…you do not need to register again. |
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Required Title IX Training – Open Now
The U.S. Department of Education recently released the final regulations for implementing protections of equal access to education under Title IX of the Higher Education Act of 1972. Colleges are required to follow these regulations when responding to allegations of sexual assault and other forms of sexual harassment and misconduct.
Following a review of these regulations, Emory adopted the new Sex and Gender-Based Harassment and Discrimination Policy, which updates our policies and processes to comply with federal law and adhere to our commitment to maintain the safety and well-being of all members of our community. Emory is committed to providing an environment that is free from unlawful harassment and discrimination and to ensuring all members of our community feel safe, secure and respected.
As part of Emory’s comprehensive training plan for all employees (faculty and staff), teaching assistants and resident advisors, you are required to complete the Building Supportive Communities: Clery Act & Title IX Course. This course trains faculty and staff on how to recognize, report, and prevent sexual misconduct and includes the new federal regulatory requirements. You must complete this updated version even if you previously took the course.
To complete the course log in to Emory’s Learning Management System and click on the tile labeled "My Learning”. The module is listed as one of your assigned courses and will take approximately 45 minutes to complete. |
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International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Announces Upcoming Workshops
ISSS is excited to offer intercultural communication workshops for faculty and staff. Please register through ELMS. Zoom details will be sent to registrants.
Course Name |
ELMS Course Number |
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Intercultural Communication Skills, Part 3: Mindset, Skillset, Heartset |
200866-17302 |
November 17 |
3 - 4:30 p.m. |
Personal Leadership: Making a World of Difference |
200838-17303 |
December 1 |
3 - 4:30 p.m. |
For more details, visit: https://isss.emory.edu/global_community/get_involved/virtual-events.html |
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