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MSU Benefits Plus – Discounts and Programs

Published on May 20, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

A reminder to all MSU benefits-eligible faculty and staff, you have the opportunity to enroll in several voluntary employee-paid benefits programs through MSU Benefits Plus. The optional programs include Vision Insurance, Group Legal Services, Critical Illness Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance and discount shopping.

Vision, legal and critical illness insurance have an annual open enrollment period during the fall of each year. That means you can only enroll at that time each year and once you enroll, you cannot change or cancel that enrollment until the next annual open enrollment period (unless you have a qualifying life event). Other programs, like auto, home, long-term care and pet insurances allow you to enroll at anytime throughout the year.

Discounts are available year-round on the MSU Benefits Plus website. These include discounts tied to MSU departments, local businesses and many other online shopping discounts.

Keep up on all of the discount information and programs that are available through the MSU Benefits Plus page. Sign in or create an account on www.MSUBenefitsPlus.com using your MSU ZPID number and password to view your benefits programs available to you.

Direct Deposit and W2 Reprints

Published on May 19, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Direct deposit is available for all MSU employees through the Michigan Automated Clearing House Association (MACHA). The university will deposit your paycheck electronically into an account you designate at any financial institution within the U.S. Your pay will be automatically deposited into your checking or savings account safely and confidentially on pay day. You will also be provided with a detailed earnings statement accessible on the EBS Portal.

Enrollment is simple. Access Employee Self Service (ESS) at www.ebs.msu.edu and follow the step-by-step directions given here.

After an extended absence, the ability to reprint the W2 form can be handled online using ESS at www.ebs.msu.edu.

Find easy-to-follow directions and other important information regarding W2 Reprints here.

Try a Health4U Class This Summer!

Published on May 12, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

MSU’s Health4U program aims to promote a healthy lifestyle within the MSU community. Health4U focuses on emotional wellness, food and nutrition, health consumerism, movement and fitness, and alcohol, nicotine, and drug information by providing opportunities to participate in programs, services and activities. If you’re looking to get in shape this summer or simply to enhance your personal health and wellness, do so in an accessible way by taking advantage of all that Health4U has to offer!

May 2015

Monday, May 18

Rest with Music: “World Music”

Wednesday, May 20

Relaxing Under the Stars

Thursday, May 21

Active Stretching – begins Thursday, May 21

How to Eat – begins Thursday, May 21

Living Abundantly – begins Thursday, May 21

Wednesday, May 27

Healing Power of Guided Imagery

June 2015

Tuesday, June 2

Kitchen Skill Drill: “Marinades and Rubs for Grilling”

Wednesday, June 10

Recipe for Health Cooking Series: “Yellow Perch”

Monday, June 15

Rest with Music: “Ukulele”

Thursday, June 18

Relaxing Under the Stars

Spring cleaning for your documents

Published on May 12, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Every office has one: the person who saves every file they work on to their desktop as an icon. Not only does this slow response time for start-up, it puts you at risk of losing that data should your desktop machine fail. Instead, move files that you want to keep to your network file space, and if absolutely necessary, create a shortcut on your desktop to the network location. Storing your files on the network ensures that they are being backed up on a regular basis.

Sort through your documents and archive or remove those you don’t need anymore. It can be scary, like opening a file cabinet that hasn’t been opened in months–or years–and is covered with dust. Do it, though. If you don’t, every time you search, the computer has to search through all those outdated files.

To make this easier in the future, give your folders and files meaningful names. If you save a document every month with updated data, keep the base name the same every month but append the date. For example: MonthlyStatusDATE.xls. If working on a project, develop a naming convention at the start and be consistent throughout the project. That way even if players change as the project progresses, everyone can still find the information they need.

And empty your trash! If you haven’t gone back to restore it within a few days or weeks, you probably never will.

Mother’s Day Madness!

Published on May 6, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, falling on Sunday, May 10 this year. While presents are always a thoughtful gesture, the most valuable gift that you can give to mom is your time! The East Lansing area offers an abundance of activities to enjoy while celebrating family.

Mom’s Day Brunch, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Kellogg Center

What better way to honor your mom than with a delectable, mouth-watering brunch? The Kellogg Center’s State Room restaurant will serve up a meal fit for a queen, so don’t hesitate to make a reservation.

Mother’s Day Golf Special, all day, Forest Akers Golf Course

If your mom enjoys being active, then Forest Akers has the perfect deal! Golf green fees and cart fees are free for moms all day. Take advantage of this discount on either course.

Public Tour, 1 p.m. or 3 p.m., Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

Soak up a little culture by bringing mom to a free docent-led tour at the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum. Tours last 45 minutes and teach visitors about the structure of the building and the current exhibits.

Family Show, 4 p.m., Abrams Planetarium

If relaxing under the stars is mom’s cup of tea, visit the Abrams Planetarium. The planetarium will be showing “Our Place in Space.”

Regardless of how you choose to spend the day, don’t forget to share your gratitude! Mothers deserve the world for all that they do.

Congratulations to the class of 2015!

Published on May 5, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

We would like to offer our congratulations and best wishes to all graduates in the class of 2015. Congratulations on your academic achievements that have led you to this very special and exciting time! We hope you follow in the footsteps of past graduates and find success in your careers as Michigan State University alumna! We wish you all the very best in your endeavors!

We would especially like to thank those graduating students who have worked in HR this year.

Julia Breza will be graduating with an Economics degree.
Ryan Hasselbach will be graduating with a Communication degree.
Stephen Muer will be graduating with an Applied Engineering Sciences degree.
Cris Munoz will be graduating with a Media and Information degree.
Rebecca Tencza will be graduating with a Communications and Professional Writing degree.
Alex Webber will be graduating with a Human Resources Management degree.
Autumn Weidenhamer will be graduating with a Human Resources Management degree.
Alex Zuker will be graduating with a Civil Engineering degree.

Congratulations to all of these graduates and the class of 2015!

Events Round-Up 5/1/2015

Published on May 1, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Here are some events happening over the next month that may be of interest to MSU faculty and staff. Please visit the links for more information. Many events require registration.

Community Events

Friday, May 8

MSU Spring 2015 Commencement begins, times vary, locations vary

Saturday, May 9

Take a Breath for PH and Get Moving for MS, 8 a.m., DeWitt High School Track

Letts Spring Family Carnival, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., Lansing

Friday, May 15

Lansing Symphony Orchestra Firebird, 8 p.m., Wharton Center

Saturday, May 16

East Lansing Art Festival begins, times vary, East Lansing

Saturday, May 23

Yoga at the Broad Museum, 11 a.m., Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

Development, Training, & Wellness

Tuesday, May 5

Boosting Your Career With elevateU, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Nisbet Building

Tuesday, May 12

Spring 2015 Faculty Seminars begin, times vary, locations vary

Wednesday, May 13

New Supervisor Essentials, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Nisbet Building

Monday, May 18

Relax With Music: World Music, noon – 1 p.m., Abrams Planetarium

Thursday, May 21

Living Abundantly, 12:10 p.m. – 12:50 p.m., TBA

Friday, May 22

Outlook 2010 Part 2, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., New Horizons

Tuesday, May 26

Desire2Learn Introduction, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., Main Library

Adrenal Stress and Hypothyroidism

Published on April 29, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Have you recently experienced fatigue and aren’t sure why? The cause could be adrenal gland issues or hypothyroidism. While doctors disagree as to whether adrenal stress is a veritable medical condition or simply related to hypothyroidism, adrenal fatigue theory insists that a great influx of stress can actually hinder our adrenal glands from producing hormones that we need. This lack of hormones can lead to a wide variety of unwanted side effects. Albeit, there is not yet enough evidence to support this theory. Similarly, hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland fails to produce the necessary amount of thyroid hormone. Without this hormone, our body produces less energy and we may feel greatly fatigued.

Has chronic fatigue been effecting your lifestyle? You may be suffering from adrenal stress or hypothyroidism.

Often, hypothyroidism is caused by Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, a condition where the thyroid gland experiences irritation. This inflammation can be due to either a viral infection or antibodies that target and destroy the thyroid gland. It is important to note that hypothyroid symptoms and adrenal fatigue symptoms are largely similar. This means that the two conditions are often misdiagnosed. If you are feeling tired, depressed, cold sensitivity, muscle/joint aches or have experienced poor memory, shortness of breath, chronic yeast infections, low libido, infertility, or weight gain, you may be suffering from adrenal gland issues or hypothyroidism. Treatments require a diligent approach so if you are suspect of the aforementioned conditions, do not hesitate to reach out to your health care provider.

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Thank You MSU Police Department

Published on April 28, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

The time is long overdue in expressing our sincere gratitude and thankfulness for our Michigan State University law enforcement. The MSU Police uphold their mission year round to enhance the quality of life on campus by building relationships, strengthening stewardship, and working collaboratively within our diverse community to reduce crime, enforce laws, preserve peace, and provide for a safe environment for all to enjoy. Over the past year, the MSU Police have responded to and acted honorably in their duty to protect and serve the MSU community. To learn more about the MSU Police Department and their available resources, please visit their website and follow their Twitter account to stay updated on the most recent developments and information. You also should consider signing up for MSU Alert.

Thank you, MSU Police, for providing a safe environment for all.

Spartan Youth Programs and Summer Camps

Published on April 22, 2015 by MSU Human ResourcesLeave a comment

Summer is quickly approaching, so you may want to check out the list of over 100 Spartan Youth Programs and summer camps for Pre-K through 12^th graders. These programs offered by Michigan State University are great opportunities for children and young adults to take part in the Spartan experience and develop themselves academically. There are many 4-H camps available for all age groups, along with exciting creativity-driven camps that ignite children’s imaginations. There are also many different sporting camps, ranging from baseball and basketball to gymnastics, tennis, golf, football and hockey. Take a look at all the camps offered through Spartan Youth Programs and find one that your children would enjoy at: http://spartanyouth.msu.edu.

A list of popular places to visit on campus can also be found below the list of programs, camps and activities.