HR News & Updates

Monday, June 23, 2025

Wellness Matters

Upcoming Wellness Events and Programs

Take advantage of the upcoming wellness sessions, designed to help create a supportive environment with your wellbeing in mind. Make sure to register today and join colleagues across the university as we take time to learn, reflect, recharge, and connect in meaningful ways.

Caring and Sharing Support Group

Hosted by: Office of Employee Assistance (OEA)

Held every last Friday at 12 p.m. via Zoom:

Friday, June 27
Friday, July 25
Friday, August 29

Meditative Movements for Your Health and Wellbeing

Hosted by: OEA

Held on a monthly basis at 12 p.m. in the Green Library, room 220, Modesto A. Maidique Campus:

Tuesday, June 24
Tuesday, July 22
Tuesday, August 19

Questions? Contact OEA at (305) 348-2469.

Wellness Bites Webinar: Men's Wellness and GI Health

Hosted by: Benefits Administration

Taking place via Zoom on Wednesday, June 25 at 12 p.m.

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at (305) 348-2181.

Policy & Compliance

Please make sure to familiarize yourself with FIU policies and policy updates that may impact your work at the university.

Be sure to review the updated policies below:

340.340 Student Academic Grievance: This policy provides a means for students to seek investigation and possible resolution of academic grievances.
340.050 Articulation: This policy ensures that students who earn an Associate in Arts (AA) degree from an institution within the Florida College System (FCS) or the State University System of Florida (SUS) are guaranteed rights under the Statewide Articulation.

Visit the FIU Policy Library for more information.

Questions? Contact the University Compliance Office at (305) 348-2216.

Benefits Updates

Benefits Reminder

Stay current with the following important benefits updates and reminders:

Educational Retirement Webinars Offered by FRS
403(b) and 457(b) Voluntary Savings Plans and In-Service Distributions

Seasonal Perks & Promotions

Check out the great savings offered to our faculty and staff through the Employee Perks & Services Program:

Offers ending on Monday, June 30:

AAA Auto Club Group
Spot Pet Insurance Paw-parazzi Contest

New offers:

Brightline
Cirque du Soleil
Tropical Smoothie Café
YouFit

Questions? Contact Benefits Administration at (305) 348-2181.

Campus Updates

EH&S Safety Shoutout

Check out June's Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Shout Out featuring Travis LaVoi, lab manager II, Research, FIU Center for Translational Science.

Do you know someone who actively promotes safe practices and behavior to ensure a safe work and learning environment? Recognize them with an EH&S Shout Out!

Anyone can be a champion for safety. Protect your fellow Panthers by reporting safety concerns or near misses to EH&S.

Hurricane Season is Here!

Are you prepared for hurricane season? Here are a few ways to stay ready:

Make sure to sign up for FIUAlert to receive emergency weather notifications.
Create your own emergency kit.
Review the preparedness tips provided by the Department of Emergency Management.

Stay safe, stay informed, and be on the lookout for upcoming EH&S Safety Sessions!

Questions? Contact Environmental Health & Safety at (305) 348-2621.

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