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Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024
News for the staff and faculty of The University of Texas at Dallas
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RSVP To Attend MLK Jr. Breakfast
The University of Texas at Dallas will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 18, in the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center. This year’s theme is “It Starts with Me: Yesterday’s Dream & Today’s Vision.”
This year’s guest speaker will be Cynt Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks. President Richard C. Benson will make remarks. The UTD Chamber Singers, led by Dr. Jonathan Palant, will perform.
A buffet breakfast will be served from 8 to 8:30 a.m. The program will be from 8:30 to 10 a.m. RSVP for the MLK Breakfast.
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HR Forum Scheduled for Feb. 7
The Office of Human Resources will host its next HR Forum from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 7, as a Microsoft Teams live event. Closed captioning will be available, and there will be a moderated Q&A forum. If you have questions for the HR Forum, send them to hrforum@utdallas.edu.
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Learn Time Administration Tips at Jan. 11 Meeting
All time administrators are invited to attend the return of Time Admin Meetings on Teams. The Leave Administration Team will host the meeting from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 11.
Topics will include foundations of absence management, leave policies and procedures, department requirements when processing a family and medical leave request, and more. The meeting will be beneficial to those new to time administration and anyone who wants a refresher.
For more information, please email HCM-Timereporting@utdallas.edu.
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Parking Lot G Permanent Closure
Lot G is permanently closed to support the construction of the new Student Success Center/Student Union as shown in red on the map. Parking lots in the adjacent area will have configuration changes.
Lot E will remain open through the spring semester. However, the sidewalk north of Lot E will be closed due to construction. The accessible parking spaces in Lots G and E will be relocated to the nearest accessible parking lots, in Lots A-1 and B-1. The additional accessible spaces in A-1 and B-1 are scheduled to open by Jan. 16. Lots A-1 and B-1 will be closed through Jan. 15 while construction crews finalize the addition of the new accessible parking spaces. There is also existing accessible parking available in Parking Structure 1, as shown in blue on the map.
Additionally, those with accessible parking permits are allowed to park in any available, non-reserved space, including all color spaces and metered parking spaces. Parking and Transportation also offers complimentary accessible cart service by request for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
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Wellness News
2024 Live Healthy Campaign: It’s Time Texas!
Join the free eight-week competition that encourages daily healthy habits and unites Texans across the state to build a healthier Texas.
- Challenge dates are Jan. 8 through March 3.
- Participate as an individual and earn points for the community and workplace.
- Select UT Dallas under employer/organization sub-challenge.
- Get rewarded and win prizes for daily healthy habits.
- Download the app to register and log healthy habits.
- View the Getting Started video to learn more and join today.
Everyday choices shape our health and future. The challenge encourages participants to pursue simple, daily healthy habits. Help make Texas and UT Dallas a healthier place. It’s Time, UTD!
For more information, visit the It’s Time Texas website.
MDLive Webinar
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas will host “Spotlight on MDLIVE: Virtual Care When and Where You Need It” at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 10. Register for the MDLIVE webinar and download the webinar flyer (pdf) for more information.
Wondr Health Spring Session
Wondr, a 100% digital weight loss program, teaches clinically proven skills through weekly master classes. You’ll learn how to eat your favorite foods and still lose weight, increase your energy, stress less, and so much more. The Wondr application period ends Sunday, Jan. 21. The program begins Monday, Feb. 5. Register for Wondr.
Wondr is available to all UTSELECT and UT CONNECT medical plan members ages 18 and above, including employees, retirees, spouses and dependents who have not started a class within the last 12 months. For more information, visit the Wondr customer service site or view the Wondr flyer (pdf).
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Finding Fulfillment, January EAP Newsletter
It’s healthy to experience a wide range of emotions in response to life circumstances — from happiness, excitement and comfort to fear, disappointment and grief. Seeking fulfillment isn’t the same as striving for happiness. Finding fulfillment takes the maturity to accept and appreciate all your emotions while dealing with life’s challenges by acting as the best version of yourself. Deer Oaks EAP can help you find fulfillment that comes from living by your values and following a path that is meaningful to you and brings you joy.
The headlines in the January newsletter (pdf) include:
- Money Matters Online Seminar: Navigating Emotions for Financial Well-Being — Discover how emotions can influence spending, trigger procrastination in challenging decisions and impact your long-term financial health. Available on-demand starting Tuesday, Jan 16.
- Independent Thoughts in a Loud World
- Finding Fulfillment
- Coping with Loneliness
Visit Deer Oaks EAP and enter utdallas for the username and password to access the online seminar.
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CCF Spring Lecture Series Spotlights ‘Owen Eras’
The Center for Children and Families at UT Dallas announces its 16th annual Spring Lecture Series titled “The Owen Eras Tour.” Honoring CCF Director Dr. Margaret T. Owen, the series will feature talks by local researchers working in language development, risk and resilience, and active playful learning — some of the many areas of work in Owen’s career. Register to attend the lecture series.
- Friday, Jan. 26, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., “The Effect of Infant-Directed Speech (Parentese) on Language Learning in Autistic Children and Bilingual Children” with Dr. Pumpki Lei Su.
- Friday, Feb. 23, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., “A Tale of Two Cities: Redressing Behavioral Health Disparities Through A Reimagined Workforce” with Dr. Camilo Ruggero.
- Friday, March 8, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., “Active Playful Learning in a Research to Practice Partnership” with Dr. Annie Wright.
Also, save the date for a culminating spring forum on school readiness on Friday, April 19, at the Communities Foundation of Texas.
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Center for Teaching and Learning Event
Developing Your Statement of Teaching Philosophy and Teaching Portfolio, 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 1, MC 2.404 — In this workshop for graduate teaching assistants and postdoctoral researchers, CTL Director Dr. Karen Huxtable-Jester will introduce you to the statement of teaching philosophy and its place in the teaching portfolio. Learn how to convey your instructional goals and strategies and provide a compelling case that you are an effective teacher. This event is open to the first 50 respondents. Lunches will be available while supplies last. RSVP by Jan. 25.
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Reminders
Sign Up To Receive Your W-2 Electronically
The UTD Payroll office will be issuing W-2s by Jan. 31 to current and former employees who had wages in calendar year 2023. If you would like to receive your W-2 electronically instead of having to wait for it to be printed and mailed, please follow the steps below before Jan. 15. Your election remains in effect for all future calendar years, it does not need to be renewed each year.
- Log in to Galaxy > Gemini
- Click “NavBar: Navigator” in the upper right corner, under Main Menu select “Gemini HCM”
- Under “Self Service,” select “Payroll and Compensation”
- Select “W-2/W-2c Consent”
- Check the box that says “Check here to indicate your consent to receive electronic W-2 and W-2c forms”
- Click “Submit”
You will receive a confirmation email at your UTD email address when the change is made.
Benefits of the electronic W-2 include earlier receipt of the form and the ability to access and reprint the form at your convenience. If you will be accessing your W-2 from an off-campus computer, you will be required to sign up for NetID Plus. Former employees can still access Galaxy for up to three years from their last day of work to access paystubs and W-2 forms.
Please contact payroll@utdallas.edu with any questions.
Grow Your Sustainability Network, Knowledge on Teams
The Office of Sustainability welcomes employees to join its new UTD Sustainability Teams channel dedicated to fostering a vibrant community around sustainability on campus. Whether you’re a seasoned eco-warrior or just getting started on your green journey, this space is designed for everyone to learn and grow together. Staff and faculty can ask questions, share insights and engage in discussions with campus sustainability staff. In the Office Supply Swap area, you can exchange supplies your office isn’t using. Join the UTD Sustainability Teams channel.
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About this Newsletter
Intercom is the official University-wide newsletter for UT Dallas faculty and staff members. This periodic publication is designed to provide University employees with valuable information necessary for the workplace, as well as community news that supports the University’s mission. Visit the Intercom website for guidelines about content and submissions.
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