News and Announcements
EDO Did You Know: FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law enacted in 1974 that protects the privacy of student education records. The UNC System policy manual outlines FERPA in Section 700.2 of the UNC Policy Manual. FERPA informs the way we access,...
Upcoming EHRA Conversion Information Sessions
Are you interested in converting to EHRA status? The System Office is opening up EHRA elections for all eligible employees this month! Employees currently eligible for EHRA conversion will receive an election form on Monday, March 24, via email, and will have 60 days...
EDO Did You Know: IPEDS
The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) is a comprehensive data collection program managed by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). It gathers information from all providers of postsecondary education in the United States that...
EHRA Personal Leave Program
The UNC System recently established a new Personal Leave Program for vacation leave accrual for EHRA leave-earning employees. All EHRA employees hired on or after January 1, 2025, will fall under the new Personal Leave Program. As of January 1, the vacation leave an...
EDO Did You Know: Public Access Dashboards
North Carolina agencies and organizations offer several dashboards that provide public access to educational data. These resources measure progress toward educational goals, provide access to the information needed to enhance institutional effectiveness and program...
2024 President’s Awards
Two System Office employees were recognized last week with the 2023 President’s Awards for Excellence, which honors managers and staff members for their commitment to achieving Strategic Plan goals related to affordability, accessibility, student success, economic...
Check your Check!
Reviewing your December 2024 check stub is vital! Please make sure your January 2025 State Health Plan insurance deductions are correct. Also, don’t forget about your 2024 Flexible Spending Account deadlines. State Health Plan Any benefit election you made during Open...
REtirement Plan Enhancements Coming Soon
You are our greatest investment, and the university wants to support you by providing competitive retirement benefits. This November, we will introduce a new service in our retirement programs to help you plan and save for a more secure tomorrow. The university will...
Secure 2.0: Withdrawal Provisions for Natural Disaster and Emergency Expenses
In the wake of the destruction in Western North Carolina caused by Hurricane Helene, we wanted to remind those affected that the Secure Act 2.0 added plan provisions that may allow for new hardship withdrawal opportunities for natural disasters and emergency expenses...
Ask the Experts at CAPTRUST: How do Elections Typically Affect Stock Markets?
Q: What impact do you foresee the 2024 presidential election having on stock market returns this year? How much do elections matter to markets? A: While it’s true that elections can drive market volatility and shifts in investor sentiment in the short term, history...
Year-End Review: Is Your Retirement Account Diversified?
As we approach the end of the year, it’s good time to review your accounts and determine if you have met your retirement goals for the year and review if your account is diversified. In TIAA’s article below, TIAA reviews what a well diversified account includes....
Take Time to Meditate on World Mental Health Day
Mental health is more important than ever — and it starts with taking care of ourselves. The Headspace team invites you to step away from your day and share a collective moment of calm in honor of World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2024. Here are some in-app...
EDO Did You Know: Excel Training Videos
Talent@System Office offers Excel training courses for all skill levels, from beginners to more advanced users. These training courses are broken up into independent modules that range in time from under 10 minutes to over 30 minutes. There is no requirement to fully...
EDO Did You Know: Tableau Public
The Enterprise Data Office heard you! The most requested topic from the recent data fluency survey was information and trainings related to Tableau. To help meet that need, we wanted to spotlight Tableau Public as an available resource to grow your understanding and...
Headspace Workshop: Reframing Social Anxiety
Connecting with others brings joy and meaning to our lives. But for many of us, putting ourselves out there with new people can be stressful. If you’ve ever experienced social anxiety, join Headspace for a live workshop on Thursday, Aug. 15, at either noon or 8 p.m....
UNC System Olympians and Paralympians
Let's create a cheering section for our Olympic and Paralympic athletes and coaches with UNC System ties, as well as other competitors you have a specific interest in! The System has 11 former student-athletes on Team USA - athletes in track and field, diving, field...
Be Alert!
As a state employee, our university email addresses are public information. Please be aware of emails from financial advisors who allude that they work with the University plans. The University partners with TIAA and CAPTRUST to provide advisory services for the UNC...
Mid-year check-up: how to invest as you near retirement
We are halfway through 2024 and it’s a great time to take a step back and review your retirement plans. Watching the markets on a daily basis is not helpful and can be stressful but remember that it is the long-term trends of the markets that matter. For all savers,...
Is your retirement plan tax-smart?
Many individuals have worked for years to control their budget in order to save and create a solid financial plan for the future. As we think about our savings and planning for retirement, amid the visions of leisurely days and a free schedule, many underestimate the...
How long will you live in retirement?
Longevity literacy is a key factor in figuring out how much you can spend in retirement. Most people don't realize how far out their retirement strategy should last. A common worry among U.S workers is running out of money in retirement. As TIAA mentioned in their...