News and Announcements
HR Update: System Office Org Charts
Please know that we have placed current System Office organization charts online; they are available on the MyApps home page. We are planning to keep them updated on a regular basis.
HR Update: Update Personal Information in ConnectCarolina
It is essential that all System Office employees keep their personal contact information up to date with UNC System Human Resources. This includes data such as your work location, home address, and phone numbers (office, home, mobile), and emergency contact...
Message from President Hans: State Employees Appreciation Week
Dear colleagues, As we prepare to launch some 38,000 new graduates into the world over the next couple of weeks, I hope you will all feel pride that we’ve met our mission to provide education and opportunity to our fellow citizens. This Employee Appreciation Day, I...
Mental Health Awareness Month
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. Here are a few statistics: Mental illness affects more than 50 million people in the U.S. In the U.S., 1 in 5 adults experience a mental health condition each year 17% of youth ages 6-17...
Recognizing Our Administrative Professionals
Dear System Office Colleagues: On Administrative Professionals’ Day tomorrow, please join me in showing your appreciation to the dedicated administrative professionals at System Office. It is no exaggeration to say that we could not function without each of you. No...
HR Update: Floating Holiday Reminder
This is a reminder that the Spring Holiday, which would otherwise be observed on Friday, April 15, is now designated as a floating holiday for System Office employees. The System Office will be open on April 15. Floating holidays are designed to be used on any...
National Financial Literacy Month
April is National Financial Literacy Month (NFLM), the perfect time to learn more about managing your finances. While some financial challenges might be out of your control, financial planning can equip you to handle whatever comes your way. Financial literacy...
Spring Cleaning: Post-Pandemic Style
Spring is a time many begin to tackle projects like purging clutter to make room for something new or just freshen up the look of a space through reorganization and deep cleaning. Spring cleaning should go beyond the living space – spring clean your finances too....
Build a Retirement Income Plan That Will Last
With today’s technological advances and increased mindfulness on health and wellbeing many are living longer and healthier life spans. Today’s retirees are more likely than previous generations to have an active retirement lifestyle. So, what are the keys to building...
Don’t Get Scammed
Vigilance against scammers has heightened as security firms notice an increase in fraudulent investment solicitation and hacking during global unrest. Scammers reach out via email, text, or phone posing as representatives of a well-known company or government agency....
April is Parkinson’s Disease Month
April is National Parkinson’s Awareness month. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, approximately 10 million people in the world have Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disease that primarily affects dopamine-producing neurons in a certain...
HR Update: Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
System Office employees with federal student loans may benefit from recent temporary changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. On October 6, 2021, the U.S. Department of Education announced changes to the PSLF program rules for a limited time...
State Health Plan Update: COVID Test Coverage
State Health Plan members are encouraged to utilize the free COVID-19 test kits available through federal and state programs. Residential households in the U.S. can order one set of four free at-home tests from USPS.com. There is a limit of one order per residential...
Pre-Retirement Readiness Workshops
The UNC System Office will be conducting two virtual workshops (TSERS 9am | ORP 1:30 pm) on March 10, 2022, to provide key retirement readiness information, materials, and resources to better prepare you for your future financial retirement needs. Interested employees...
March is American Red Cross Month
The American Red Cross is part of the world’s largest humanitarian network. In nearly 200 countries, a Red Cross, Red Crescent or Red Crystal society works to alleviate people’s suffering. The Red Cross is a charitable organization, not a government agency. An average...
HR Update: President’s Award Nominations Open
Nominations are now open for the UNC System Office President’s Awards for Excellence. This is your opportunity to let us know about an outstanding colleague and their work in support of the UNC System’s strategic plan. The President’s Awards recognize one manager and...
UNC Voluntary Life Insurance Enrollment Opens Feb. 14
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Celebrate American Heart Month – Join the #OurHearts Movement
February is American Heart Month! Did you know that people who have close relationships at home, work, or in their community tend to be healthier and live longer? One reason, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), is that we’re more...
HR Update: State Health Plan Coverage for At-Home COVID Tests
Per the President's Executive Order, At-Home Rapid COVID-19 tests will be covered at 100% effective January 15, 2022. The State Health Plan (Plan) will offer this coverage to Plan members enrolled in the 80/20 and 70/30 PPO Plans as well as the High Deductible Health...
HR Update: W-2s Now Available in ConnectCarolina
Your tax year 2021 Form W-2 is now available in the ConnectCarolina Self Service menu. Remember that UNC-Chapel Hill 2-Step Verification is required to access your Form W-2. To access your electronic W-2, click on My Pay and Taxes from the ConnectCarolina home page,...