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Faculty/Staff News

Nov 01, 2024

Nominations for the 2025 MLK Beloved Community Awards

Through these awards, we seek to recognize and celebrate one student, alum, faculty, and staff member whose actions exemplify and honor the spirit of Dr. King's Beloved Community.

Oct 31, 2024

Prerequisites and Overrides

Course prerequisite-checking will be turned on for Spring 2025 registration starting Nov. 1.

Oct 31, 2024

Preceptor Call for Spring 2025

If you are teaching an introductory or critical gateway course this coming fall, please consider asking an upper level student to join you as a student preceptor.

Oct 31, 2024

University Welcomes New Employees

Welcome to the new employees who began in October.

Oct 30, 2024

Two Upcoming In-Person Banner Training Sessions

Sign up for these in-person trainings being offered on Dec. 3 and Jan. 14.

Oct 30, 2024

Thanksgiving and Winter Break Building Access Information

Details on accessing buildings during holiday shutdowns.

Oct 28, 2024

Pass the Kindness: A November Initiative for Gratitude

UHart community is encouraged to take part in the Random Acts of Kindness campaign

Oct 29, 2024

Call for 2025 Tonkin, Larsen, and Trachtenberg Awards Nominations

Due by 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.

Oct 25, 2024

University Holiday Party on Dec. 19

Mark your calendars for this annual event.

Oct 24, 2024

Respiratory Care Program Director Featured on FOX61

Karen Griffiths appeared as part of a task force that is shining a light on the shortage of radiologic technologists and therapists in the State of Connecticut.

Oct 23, 2024

Aetna and Trinity Health Negotiations

Information regarding the current contract negotiations between Aetna and Trinity Health.

Oct 23, 2024

TIAA Individual Consultations

Appointments are available on Thursday, Oct. 24.

Oct 18, 2024

Hiring Process Overview for Hiring Managers & Supervisors

Space is limited, register now for the training on Nov. 12.

Oct 16, 2024

2025 Open Enrollment, Nov. 1–29

For all full- and part-time benefit eligible faculty and staff.

Oct 17, 2024

Big Interview 101 for Faculty & Staff (Virtual)

Faculty and staff are welcome to join the virtual workshop on the benefits of our new AI tool, Big Interview, on Friday, Oct. 18.

Oct 22, 2024

Medical Treatment of Work-related Injury/Illness

Instructions on reporting a work-related injury/illness to HRD.

Oct 16, 2024

ePAF/Roster "Ask Me Anything"

Space is limited, register now for the session on Oct. 22.

Oct 15, 2024

Outdoor Siren and Text Alert Tests to Take Place on Oct. 18 at 3 p.m.

The siren alert test is expected to last only a few seconds—you do not need to evacuate your building or take action when you hear it.

Oct 09, 2024

Recognizing and Combating Phishing

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. To help you be cyberaware, here's how to recognize and combat phishing attempts effectively.

Oct 08, 2024

Remembering Patrice McGregor

Patrice McGregor, an incomparable and much-beloved veteran of the Office of Admission and Financial Aid, passed peacefully on Sept. 29.

Oct 08, 2024

Teaching and Learning Grant 2024–25

Complete the application by Nov. 4, at 4 p.m.

Oct 07, 2024

Faculty and Staff Invited to Apply for Public Safety Advisory Committee

Faculty and staff are invited to join the University of Hartford Advisory Committee for Public Safety.

Oct 08, 2024

October Open Senate Meeting

All full-time and part-time faculty are invited to attend the meeting will be on Oct. 14.

Oct 08, 2024

Call for Nominations for The Belle K. Ribicoff Junior Faculty Prize 2024–25

The deadline to nominate is Jan. 31, 2025.

Oct 07, 2024

October Staff Council General Meeting with Guest Speaker President Ward

We hope you'll come join in person at Wilde Auditorium, but the meeting will also be available on Teams.

Oct 03, 2024

Annual Campus Security Authority (CSA) Training

Get ready for an email invite.

Oct 04, 2024

CTEI October Learn@Lunch Series

Please join us at any of the Learn@Lunch sessions where we learn about strategies and work our colleagues are doing to support student learning.

Oct 03, 2024

Ultra Workshops

We have three more in-person offerings and six virtual offerings for the fall semester.

Oct 03, 2024

ePAF/Roster Ask Me Anything

Participants are invited to bring questions and concerns about completing a task, or ask about best practices as it relates to ePAFs or rosters.

Oct 03, 2024

Fix Your Content Day

On Oct. 3, the University will participate in Anthology's annual Fix Your Content Day contest.

Oct 03, 2024

New Grant Opportunities

Apply for these funding opportunities today.

Oct 02, 2024

University Closed Oct. 10 and 11

The University will be closed on Thursday, Oct. 10 and Friday, Oct. 11 for Fall Break.

Oct 01, 2024

Welcome New Employees

Welcome to the following individuals who joined the University of Hartford in September.

Oct 01, 2024

Pre-Retiree Seminars

The University's retirement plan consultant is offering two virtual seminars on Oct. 17 and Oct. 24.

Oct 01, 2024

Minimum Wage Increase

Important information about the minimum wage increase.

Oct 01, 2024

Spring and Summer 2023 Blackboard Courses to be Archived on Friday, Oct. 18

All Spring 2023 and Summer 2023 Blackboard courses will be removed from active status on Blackboard on Oct. 18.

Oct 01, 2024

Big Interview 101 for Faculty & Staff (Virtual)

Faculty and staff are invited to learn about Big Interview—a new AI tool for professional development skills on Oct. 2.

Sep 27, 2024

Faculty & Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program Recording Link Available

If you missed the Faculty & Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program featuring keynote presentation by President Lawrence P. Ward, a recording is available.

Sep 27, 2024

Mid-Course and Initial Reviews Information Session

This workshop on Oct. 25 will provide a basic overview of the process and requirements, as well as information on using Faculty Success to submit these reviews.

Sep 26, 2024

Teaching Resources: CTEI SharePoint Site

Need teaching resources? Visit the CTEI SharePoint site—searchable recordings, faculty innovation posters, and more.

Sep 26, 2024

CTEI Peer Review of Teaching

We are excited to invite you to participate in the Peer Review of Teaching program offered by the Center for Teaching Excellence and Innovation.

Sep 25, 2024

Faculty & Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program Follow-up Sessions

To continue the conversation from the presentation by President Lawrence P. Ward, there will be two virtual follow-up sessions on Sept. 30 and Oct. 7. 

Sep 25, 2024

AI Professional Learning Community Meeting

Discuss how AI intersects with the work we do in our classrooms and our professional lives on Friday, Sept. 27.

Sep 24, 2024

Faculty & Staff Headshots

Headshots are available for faculty and staff on Sept. 30 and Oct. 8.

Sep 24, 2024

Call for Vincent B. Coffin Grant Applications for 2025–26

The deadline to apply is Oct. 21, 2024. 

Sep 23, 2024

Federal Work-study Students are Still Looking for Employment

All departments are strongly encouraged to hire students through the federal work-study program.

Sep 23, 2024

Fitness Class Changes

Please note the upcoming location and time changes.

Sep 20, 2024

Reminder on Qualifying Events: Mid-year Insurance Changes

A reminder to notify HRD of any qualifying events within 30 days.

Sep 19, 2024

CTEI "Let's Talk Teaching" Sessions

The session scheduled for Oct. 28 has been cancelled—please be sure to join for the other two dates.

Sep 18, 2024

Sustained Excellence in Teaching Award for Part-time Faculty

Submit your application by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Sep 18, 2024

Long-Term Care Open Enrollment

We are offering a long-term care open enrollment from Sept. 17 through Oct. 15.

Sep 16, 2024

Cell Phone Verification Email

An email will be sent on Wednesday, Sept. 18, asking students, faculty, and staff to confirm their cell phone number to ensure emergency notifications are received.

Sep 16, 2024

Important Information About Extortion Email Scams and How to Stay Safe

Students, faculty, and staff at academic institutions are being increasingly targeted by extortion email scams so it’s important to know how you can protect yourself. 

Sep 13, 2024

Flu and COVID-19 Guidelines

Tips and resources to help the campus community stay healthy and safe throughout the academic year.

Sep 13, 2024

Honors Contracts

Important information for faculty about Honors contracts.

Sep 12, 2024

Learn@Lunch Fall 2024 Sessions

Join us at any of the Learn@Lunch sessions to learn about the strategies and work our colleagues are doing to support student learning.

Sep 12, 2024

Let's Talk Teaching Sessions

Join CTEI and other colleagues for informal meetups where we can chat about teaching.

Sep 12, 2024

October Writing Challenge for Faculty & Staff

Looking for some motivational support to help meet your writing goals? Enroll in the October Writing Challenge by Sept. 27.

Sep 11, 2024

North Star Collective Faculty Fellowship Call for Applications

An information session will be held on on Friday, Oct. 4, at noon.

Sep 10, 2024

Big Interview 101 for Faculty & Staff

Learn about Big Interview—the new AI Tool educating students on interviews, resumes and professional development skills at this workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 11.

Sep 10, 2024

September Open Senate Meeting

The Faculty Senate will hold an Open Senate Meeting on Monday, Sept. 16.

Sep 06, 2024

Staff Council Meeting on Sept. 11

Join us for the September Staff Council meeting next Wednesday, Sept. 11.

Sep 04, 2024

Campus Climate Educational Response Team

Campus Climate Education Response Team (CCERT) is a new resource for UHart community members.

Sep 03, 2024

Proposals Sought for Humanities Seminar for 2025-26

Get paid to teach your dream class and work with amazing students and colleagues.

Aug 30, 2024

Welcome New HRD Staff Member

The office of Human Resources Development (HRD) is delighted to announce a new member of our team.

Aug 30, 2024

OSP "Office Hours" at Starbucks

The Office of Sponsored Programs will be at Starbucks this fall for information on grants and funding opportunities.

Aug 28, 2024

Staff Council Hospitality Committee Welcomes New Employees

If you're a new employee, join us at the University Commons on Monday, Sept. 9, to meet new and current staff members, ask questions, and make connections.

Aug 29, 2024

Successful Opening Weekend

Thank you to everyone who played a part in welcoming the almost 2,900 residential students to campus during our move-in weekend.

Aug 27, 2024

Faculty & Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program

This program on Sept. 23 features a keynote presentation by President Lawrence P. Ward and the theme is “Transforming Our Culture Together."

Aug 26, 2024

Mark Twain Drive Entrance Open to UHart Community Members During Peak Times

Options for students, faculty, and staff to avoid traffic congestion on campus at select peak times.

Aug 26, 2024

Spots Available in HCD Adult Wind Ensemble 'Capitol Symphonic Winds'

Cap Winds is the largest auditioned community concert band. Spots are available for UHart faculty and staff.

Aug 26, 2024

Graduate Courses and Taxes

Reminder about employee's taking graduate level courses.

Aug 26, 2024

Fall Faculty/Staff Fitness Classes

Yoga, mixed-strength, and barre classes are available.

Aug 23, 2024

Final Reminder for the September Writing Retreat

The deadline to apply for the fall Writing Retreat is Monday, Aug. 26.

Aug 22, 2024

Academic Technology Workshops for Faculty and Staff

Faculty are encouraged to attend special Ultra training now so they can begin to transition their courses.

Aug 20, 2024

HCD Increases Discounts and Adds Two Free Programs for UHart Employees

First Steps in Music Friday class and a Dance Movement class are free for all UHart employees.

Aug 19, 2024

Jamie Bamber (Skowyra) to Leave UHart in September

The University’s Vice President and Chief Financial Officer has accepted an offer to return to Nichols College.

Aug 20, 2024

FLC 100-Level Courses

Our on-going Faculty Learning Community (FLC) is focused on implementing evidence-based practices that promote a student-centered approach to teaching and learning in 100-level courses.

Aug 20, 2024

Big Interview Training for Faculty and Staff on Aug. 20

Check out the new AI tool for interview skills and professional development today, Aug. 20, in the Career Studio in GSU.

Aug 19, 2024

Harrison Libraries Information Literacy Instruction Sessions

Information literacy instruction sessions are available at the Harrison Libraries.

Aug 19, 2024

Exciting TIAA Benefit Enhancement

There will be a virtual educational session for any employees interested in learning more about this enhancement on Tuesday, Aug. 20.

Aug 16, 2024

Yoga Location Change for Monday, Aug. 19

Yoga will be held on the Hillyer lawn on Monday, Aug. 19.

Aug 16, 2024

On-Campus Employment Fair

This event is designed for on-campus departments looking to hire for Federal Work-study and other part-time student employment positions for the 2024–25 Academic Year.

Aug 15, 2024

Opening Weekend Traffic Advisory

A reminder that most students will be moving into campus residence halls Thursday, Aug. 22, through Sunday, Aug. 25. During this time, please expect high traffic patterns on and around campus.

Aug 16, 2024

The 2025–26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition is Now Open

The deadline to apply is Monday, Sept. 16.

Aug 16, 2024

Clarification on Direct Deposit Dates and Names

Information regarding employee direct deposits.

Aug 13, 2024

Faculty and Staff Kickoff on Wednesday, Aug. 21

To be held in the Hursey Center from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Aug 16, 2024

How to Enhance Student Success with the New AI tool: Big Interview

UHart faculty and staff are encouraged to join us in the Career Studio for a in-depth training to learn all the functions of Big Interview and more about its benefits.

Aug 16, 2024

Part-Time Faculty Professional Development Fund Now Accepting Applications

The deadline to apply is Aug. 26.

Aug 13, 2024

Call for Faculty and Staff Books to Display in the Library

If you recently published a book, share it with the community on the first floor of Mortensen Library.

Aug 13, 2024

Media and Communication Resources Available for All University Courses

Resources are available for all University courses in podcasting, TV studio production, oral communication support, and streaming documentaries from the Media Education Foundation.

Aug 13, 2024

Reminder of Sabbatical Deadline

Applications are due in full on Sept. 20.

Aug 13, 2024

Faculty Success Overview for Reviewers

If you are reviewing dossiers this fall as a chair, director, dean, or committee member, this overview is for you.

Aug 13, 2024

Staff Council Meeting, Aug. 14

Our guest speaker will be Katie Kitchens.

Aug 08, 2024

University Holidays and Gift Days for New Academic Year

Advance notice of University time off, fall 2024 through summer 2025.

Aug 09, 2024

New Funding Opportunities

For more information, reach out to the Office of Sponsored Programs.

Aug 09, 2024

TIAA Individual Consultations

Individual meetings with TIAA continue to be offered in the fall.

Aug 09, 2024

Faculty and Staff Vehicle Stickers

After purchasing a parking permit online, faculty and staff must pick up a vehicle sticker.

Aug 06, 2024

HRD to Offer Two-part Training on Hiring and ePAFS

Space is limited—register now.

Aug 02, 2024

Geralyn Merrill is Retiring After 23 Years of Service

Please join us in celebrating Geralyn on her last day, Tuesday, Aug. 6.

Jul 31, 2024

Webinar: 2024 Quantum UP! Challenge

This fall, QuantumCT is hosting the state’s first-ever case competition focused on quantum technologies – the 2024 Quantum UP! Challenge. Join a webinar to learn more.

Aug 02, 2024

August TIAA Webinars

Join us for live TIAA Webinars.

Aug 02, 2024

First Week Volunteer Opportunity

During the first three days of classes, employees can help direct wayward lost students to find the correct classroom building. 

Jul 29, 2024

Save the Date

Join us for the Fall 2024 Faculty and Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program on Sept. 23, featuring keynote presentation by President Ward.

Jul 29, 2024

August Ultra and Other Training Opportunities

Register today for a virtual or in-person training workshop.

Jul 29, 2024

Tuition Exchange Deadline

New applicants must apply by Oct. 1, 2024.

Jul 26, 2024

FY24 Submission Deadline

All FY24 paperwork must be submitted to Accounts Payable and Financial Accounting by Monday, July 29.

Jul 26, 2024

Fall Writing Retreat for Faculty

Kick off the fall semester with a collaborative and supportive group of faculty.

Jul 26, 2024

Effective Communication in the Workplace Webinar

HRD is pleased to partner with the University’s EAP Provider, The Lexington Group, to offer a live webinar on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m.  

Jul 23, 2024

Final Summer Friday Early-Close

The final early-close Friday will be Aug. 2.

Jul 23, 2024

TIAA Matching Contribution Change

Reminder about TIAA matching contribution change.

Jul 19, 2024

Annual Collaborative Assessment Reminder

HRD would like to thank everyone for participating in the Annual Collaborative Assessment program this year.

Jul 16, 2024

Opening Weekend Volunteers Needed

Participate in this University-wide effort to welcome students.

Jul 16, 2024

NEH Summer Stipends Grant Program Available

Faculty working on humanities projects/publications are encouraged to apply.

Jul 16, 2024

Wall Street Journal Instructor Conference 2024

All faculty are invited to attend the Wall Street Journal Instructor Conference on Aug. 8.

Jul 16, 2024

Farewell to Maureen Wimberger

Stop by Bate’s House on Friday, Aug. 2, to grab a sweet treat and wish Maureen all the best in this next chapter of life.

Jul 16, 2024

Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

Happy New Fiscal Year!

Jul 12, 2024

New Grant Opportunities

The Office of Sponsored Programs announces new grant opportunities available now.

Jul 09, 2024

New Fiscal Year Vacation and Personal Time Balances

New fiscal year balances will be updated in employee records by mid-July. 

Jul 09, 2024

Staff Council Meeting, July 10

Public Safety Chief Michael "Kaz" Kaselouskas will be our guest speaker on Wednesday, July 10, at 1 p.m.

Jul 02, 2024

Aetna Cyber Security Breach

UHart members potentially impacted by a cyber security breach.

Jun 28, 2024

Farewell to Lisa Read

Faculty, staff, and friends are invited to a farewell reception for Lisa on Tuesday, July 2.

Jun 25, 2024

University Closed July 4 and July 5

Instructions for timesheet recording for regular, non-exempt employees.

Jun 25, 2024

Reminder of the University's EAP Program

Help is available for all full-time and regular part-time employees, as well as their spouse, dependent children and/or any family member that resides with the employee.

Jun 21, 2024

Job Opportunities at Center for Social Research (CSR)

UHart's Center for Social Research is excited to announce they are currently accepting applications for three full-time positions.

Jun 18, 2024

Bursar Office Year-End Close Procedures

No transactions can be processed in Banner after 2 p.m. on Friday, June 28.

Jun 17, 2024

DEIJB Faculty and Staff Pulse Survey 2023 Report

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement is pleased to share the report from the Pulse Survey conducted in spring 2023.

Jun 14, 2024

Employee Professional Development Training Courses Added

Check out the new training courses have been added for the summer.

Jun 14, 2024

Mixed Strength and Barre Class Changes

Classes will be held in a different location for the week of June 17.

Jun 14, 2024

Workshop: Understanding University Data Storage Options

Learn about OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, Network Drives, and Local Drives in simple terms at this workshop on Tuesday, July 23.

Jun 07, 2024

Staff Council Meeting June 12 at 1 p.m.

Our guest speaker Wednesday will be Alicia Hansen, Director of Harrison Libraries.

Jun 07, 2024

Reactivate ePAFs for Students and Temps

Important information if you have student or temp workers over the summer.

Jun 07, 2024

Leave Report Lockdown for End of Fiscal Year

Leave Reporting for exempt faculty and staff will be locked starting on Monday, June 24, at 11:59 p.m.

Jun 04, 2024

Remembering Matthew Rivera Jr.

Friends of the former Public Safety officer are invited to visit with Matt's family from 5 to 8 p.m. today or join via livestream.

May 31, 2024

Summer Fitness Classes

Faculty/staff fitness classes are continuing this summer.

May 28, 2024

Dialogue for Direction Now Called Annual Collaborative Assessment

Annual Collaborative Assessments are due by June 30.

May 24, 2024

Blackboard Ultra Updates Coming Soon

Check the Roadmap to see what updates are next.

May 24, 2024

Upcoming Faculty Success Help Sessions

Come and work on your dossiers or Annual Faculty Evaluations (AFE).

May 24, 2024

HRD to Offer Two-Part Training on Hiring and ePAFS

Sign up for these trainings on June 11 and June 18.

May 21, 2024

Graduate Courses and Taxes

The Office of Human Resources Development (HRD) would like to remind our faculty and staff of the taxation of graduate-level tuition benefits.

May 21, 2024

Summer Fridays Early Closing

The University has approved for early office closures on Fridays beginning Friday, June 14, through Friday, Aug. 2.

May 16, 2024

Information About This Past Monday's Email Outage

Details about an outage Monday that caused all email from a hartford.edu account to bounce over a four-hour block of time.

May 17, 2024

Session for Going Up for Full Professor

The Critical Year Workshop Series concludes Thursday with a session for those faculty going up for Full Professor.

May 17, 2024

Faculty Success Support Opportunity

There will be an informal session on May 17 where you can come and work in Faculty Success with other colleagues while getting your questions answered. 

May 17, 2024

OSP welcomes Steph Brown as New Assistant Director, Pre-Award Services

Steph looks forward to helping UHart faculty and staff seek grants from external funders.

May 14, 2024

Annual Reminders from HRD

Each year, the University of Hartford, as an employer, has a responsibility to advise its constituencies about certain policy statements.

May 14, 2024

Create Your Legacy with FreeWill

University of Hartford faculty and staff members can create their plans 100% for free and in under 20 minutes thanks to our partners at FreeWill.

May 14, 2024

Essentials of Grant Proposal Development Course

Strengthen your knowledge and skills around grant proposal development through our CITI membership.

May 10, 2024

TIAA Matching Contribution Change

The change is effective as of July 1, 2024.

May 10, 2024

Employee Professional Development Academy: A Collaborative Partnership

HRD has partnered with several departments on campus to begin a rollout of a campus wide employee professional development program.

May 09, 2024

Laura D'Angelo-Gohn Leaving UHart for New Adventures

Please join us in wishing Laura well in her new endeavors.

May 09, 2024

"Activities Party" for Annual Faculty Evaluations

Join your fellow colleagues to enter your "Activities" together in a supportive and motivating environment on May 10 and May 17.

May 08, 2024

Volunteers for the 2024–25 Grievance Committee

The Faculty Senate is seeking two volunteers for the 2024–25 Grievance Committee.