Facilities Services implemented a compressed workweek schedule this fall. Thirty-nine staff members are now working four days a week, 10 hours a day. (Dec. 11, 2008)
The Office of Workforce Diversity, Equity and Life Quality has launched a Web site to answer questions on implementing flexible work arrangements. (Dec. 11, 2008)
The rates for New York state health plans have been announced. Contract college employees have until Jan. 5 to change their health plans. All employees have only until Dec. 31 to enroll in Select Benefits. (Dec. 11, 2008)
Starting in the spring, Cornell will move student e-mail service to outside vendors and convert faculty and staff e-mail to the Microsoft Exchange system. (Dec. 10, 2008)
DiversityInc magazine has named Cornell one of five schools for its new 'Top Colleges and Universities' ranking for commitments to diversity. (Dec. 9, 2008)
Brett Hammond, TIAA-CREF's top analyst, advised 240 Cornell faculty and staff members on investing savings during volatile times at a Nov. 18 retirement investments seminar. (Dec. 5, 2008)
Cornell offers pet insurance at group-discounted rates through the Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. Staff and faculty can enroll in pet insurance at any time and use payroll deduction to pay the premiums.
Faculty and staff are encouraged to review the holiday guidelines posted by the university regarding holiday decorations in the workplace. (Dec. 5, 2008)
