Current News and Events:

2013 Flu Vaccinations

For the past few years, Wright State University has provided free influenza immunizations for benefit-eligible faculty and staff members. We are pleased to announce that we will continue to offer this benefit for 2013 at no cost to you. Flu vaccinations for benefit eligible faculty and staff will be available:

October 23, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Student Union – Endeavour Room
October 29, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Student Union – Rathskeller, Room 008
October 30, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, LAKE CAMPUS – Dwyer Hall, Room 224
October 31, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Student Union – Rathskeller, Room 008

Please bring your Wright1 ID card or your Anthem medical insurance card and a signed authorization form which is available below.

If you have any questions about whether you should receive the influenza vaccination, you are encouraged to discuss your situation with your physician or other health care provider.  Questions regarding the program of providing flu shots can be emailed directly to hr_benefits@wright.edu.

October 3, 2013 Memo to Benefit Eligible Faculty & Staff
Authorization Form to Receive the Flu Vaccination
Influenza Vaccine Information Sheet

Updated New Employee Orientation Program

In alignment with the strategic goals and objectives of Wright State University, the Department of Human Resources, with the endorsement of the university’s cabinet, designed and implemented an improved New Employee Orientation program. Effective October 7, 2013, New Employee Orientation will be held on the first and third Mondays of each month* and will be required for all new benefit-eligible employees.

To provide the best possible service to our new faculty and staff and to ensure timely processing of employment paperwork, departments are highly encouraged to align employee start dates to fall on New Employee Orientation dates.

We are pleased to introduce this new program and schedule, which will both improve onboarding processes for our valued employees as well as allow for more efficient use of resources throughout the university. We invite your questions and feedback and look forward to working with you to welcome and orient our newest faculty and staff.

Please contact Human Resources at 775-2120 with any questions.

Thank you,

Mark M. Polatajko,Ph.D.,CPA
Vice President for Business and Fiscal Affairs and University Treasurer

*When scheduled dates are in conflict with federal or university holidays, they will be rescheduled for the next business day. Dates and locations can be found at http://www.wright.edu/hr/orientation/

New Health Insurance Marketplace Presentation

On September 26, 2013 you received a notice regarding the Health Insurance Marketplace which was required by the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and is sponsored by the Federal Government. To help you understand the Marketplace, the Department of Human Resources will be offering an "Introduction to Healthcare Exchanges" presentation by HORAN Associates. If you are unable to attend the presentation, it is being recorded and will be available via the HR Website.

Date, Time and Location: Thursday, October 3, 2013 at 11:00 am in the Discovery Room of the Student Union

Questions? Contact the Department of Human Resources at hr_benefits@wright.edu.

Federal Government Website

Notice - New Health Insurance Marketplace

October 3rd Presentation Recording

Save the date!

The Department of Human Resources would like to invite you to the 2013 Health and Benefits Fair! The fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Apollo Room of the Student Union.

The Health and Benefits Fair will offer:
•Free screenings (blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, body composition, and cardiovascular fitness)
•The first on-campus opportunity for benefit eligible Faculty and Staff to receive the seasonal flu vaccination (please note, additional flu shot dates are scheduled for main and lake campus)
•A wealth of information and answers from a wide array of vendors
•Healthy snacks
•Gifts and fantastic door prizes

Take some time to come check out the great offerings at this year's Health and Benefits Fair. Come alone, with a co-worker, or as a department whole…you don't want to miss it!

Questions? Contact hr_benefits@wright.edu.

Winter Leave in 2013 and later:  Unclassified Staff
and Fiscal Faculty not represented by a bargaining unit

Starting in December 2013, Wright State University will follow the policy below in providing paid winter leave to employees during winter break.  The University will review this policy and the approach described below in the third year, 2015-2016.  This policy will not apply to fiscal-year faculty represented by a bargaining unit.  Faculty on academic-year contracts do not accrue vacation leave and are not eligible for paid winter leave.

“Winter break” consists of the four work days between the paid holidays of Christmas and New Year’s Day.  For the next three years, those days are shaded and labeled in the calendars below for employees working a M-F schedule.  Employees with a regular schedule that is NOT a M-F schedule should speak to their supervisor about their specific circumstances. For information on the policy and the dates, click here.

Winter Leave in 2013 and later: Classified Staff

Starting in December 2013, Wright State University will provide paid winter leave to employees during winter break.  The University will review this policy and the approach described below in the third year, 2015-2016. 

“Winter break” consists of the four work days between the paid holidays of Christmas and New Year’s Day.  For the next three years, those days are shaded and labeled in the calendars below for employees working a Monday - Friday full-time schedule.  Any employees with a regular schedule other than a Monday - Friday schedule should speak to their supervisors about their specific circumstances.  For information on the policy and the dates, click here.

FAQs to be posted soon.

HR Survey Feedback
"How R we doing"

In consultation with Staff Council, HR's employee survey feedback tool, is open continuously for employee use. Leaving your name and contact information is optional; however we would encourage providing contact information so any questions or concerns can be addressed. Any questions or other feedback will be reported and follow up will occur as soon as possible or within three business days. HR will report the results of the feedback to Staff Council on a periodic basis. The survey is formatted as "How R we doing." This survey should allow HR to provide improved service to our employees, as well as an on-going communication and feedback mechanism.