Sep 06, 2024
Staff Council Meeting on Sept. 11
Join us for the September Staff Council meeting next Wednesday, Sept. 11.
Sep 04, 2024
Campus Climate Educational Response Team
Campus Climate Education Response Team (CCERT) is a new resource for UHart community members.
Sep 03, 2024
Proposals Sought for Humanities Seminar for 2025-26
Get paid to teach your dream class and work with amazing students and colleagues.
Aug 30, 2024
Welcome New HRD Staff Member
The office of Human Resources Development (HRD) is delighted to announce a new member of our team.
Aug 30, 2024
OSP "Office Hours" at Starbucks
The Office of Sponsored Programs will be at Starbucks this fall for information on grants and funding opportunities.
Aug 28, 2024
Staff Council Hospitality Committee Welcomes New Employees
If you're a new employee, join us at the University Commons on Monday, Sept. 9, to meet new and current staff members, ask questions, and make connections.
Aug 29, 2024
Successful Opening Weekend
Thank you to everyone who played a part in welcoming the almost 2,900 residential students to campus during our move-in weekend.
Aug 27, 2024
Faculty & Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program
This program on Sept. 23 features a keynote presentation by President Lawrence P. Ward and the theme is “Transforming Our Culture Together."
Aug 26, 2024
Mark Twain Drive Entrance Open to UHart Community Members During Peak Times
Options for students, faculty, and staff to avoid traffic congestion on campus at select peak times.
Aug 26, 2024
Spots Available in HCD Adult Wind Ensemble 'Capitol Symphonic Winds'
Cap Winds is the largest auditioned community concert band. Spots are available for UHart faculty and staff.
Aug 26, 2024
Fall Faculty/Staff Fitness Classes
Yoga, mixed-strength, and barre classes are available.
Aug 23, 2024
Final Reminder for the September Writing Retreat
The deadline to apply for the fall Writing Retreat is Monday, Aug. 26.
Aug 22, 2024
Academic Technology Workshops for Faculty and Staff
Faculty are encouraged to attend special Ultra training now so they can begin to transition their courses.
Aug 20, 2024
HCD Increases Discounts and Adds Two Free Programs for UHart Employees
First Steps in Music Friday class and a Dance Movement class are free for all UHart employees.
Aug 19, 2024
Jamie Bamber (Skowyra) to Leave UHart in September
The University’s Vice President and Chief Financial Officer has accepted an offer to return to Nichols College.
Aug 20, 2024
FLC 100-Level Courses
Our on-going Faculty Learning Community (FLC) is focused on implementing evidence-based practices that promote a student-centered approach to teaching and learning in 100-level courses.
Aug 20, 2024
Big Interview Training for Faculty and Staff on Aug. 20
Check out the new AI tool for interview skills and professional development today, Aug. 20, in the Career Studio in GSU.
Aug 19, 2024
Harrison Libraries Information Literacy Instruction Sessions
Information literacy instruction sessions are available at the Harrison Libraries.
Aug 19, 2024
Exciting TIAA Benefit Enhancement
There will be a virtual educational session for any employees interested in learning more about this enhancement on Tuesday, Aug. 20.
Aug 16, 2024
Yoga Location Change for Monday, Aug. 19
Yoga will be held on the Hillyer lawn on Monday, Aug. 19.
Aug 16, 2024
On-Campus Employment Fair
This event is designed for on-campus departments looking to hire for Federal Work-study and other part-time student employment positions for the 2024–25 Academic Year.
Aug 15, 2024
Opening Weekend Traffic Advisory
A reminder that most students will be moving into campus residence halls Thursday, Aug. 22, through Sunday, Aug. 25. During this time, please expect high traffic patterns on and around campus.
Aug 16, 2024
The 2025–26 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Competition is Now Open
The deadline to apply is Monday, Sept. 16.
Aug 16, 2024
Clarification on Direct Deposit Dates and Names
Information regarding employee direct deposits.
Aug 13, 2024
Faculty and Staff Kickoff on Wednesday, Aug. 21
To be held in the Hursey Center from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Aug 16, 2024
How to Enhance Student Success with the New AI tool: Big Interview
UHart faculty and staff are encouraged to join us in the Career Studio for a in-depth training to learn all the functions of Big Interview and more about its benefits.
Aug 16, 2024
Part-Time Faculty Professional Development Fund Now Accepting Applications
The deadline to apply is Aug. 26.
Aug 13, 2024
Call for Faculty and Staff Books to Display in the Library
If you recently published a book, share it with the community on the first floor of Mortensen Library.
Aug 13, 2024
Media and Communication Resources Available for All University Courses
Resources are available for all University courses in podcasting, TV studio production, oral communication support, and streaming documentaries from the Media Education Foundation.
Aug 13, 2024
Faculty Success Overview for Reviewers
If you are reviewing dossiers this fall as a chair, director, dean, or committee member, this overview is for you.
Aug 08, 2024
University Holidays and Gift Days for New Academic Year
Advance notice of University time off, fall 2024 through summer 2025.
Aug 09, 2024
New Funding Opportunities
For more information, reach out to the Office of Sponsored Programs.
Aug 09, 2024
TIAA Individual Consultations
Individual meetings with TIAA continue to be offered in the fall.
Aug 09, 2024
Faculty and Staff Vehicle Stickers
After purchasing a parking permit online, faculty and staff must pick up a vehicle sticker.
Aug 02, 2024
Geralyn Merrill is Retiring After 23 Years of Service
Please join us in celebrating Geralyn on her last day, Tuesday, Aug. 6.
Jul 31, 2024
Webinar: 2024 Quantum UP! Challenge
This fall, QuantumCT is hosting the state’s first-ever case competition focused on quantum technologies – the 2024 Quantum UP! Challenge. Join a webinar to learn more.
Aug 02, 2024
First Week Volunteer Opportunity
During the first three days of classes, employees can help direct wayward lost students to find the correct classroom building.
Jul 29, 2024
Save the Date
Join us for the Fall 2024 Faculty and Staff Inclusive Excellence and Belonging Professional Development Program on Sept. 23, featuring keynote presentation by President Ward.
Jul 29, 2024
August Ultra and Other Training Opportunities
Register today for a virtual or in-person training workshop.
Jul 26, 2024
FY24 Submission Deadline
All FY24 paperwork must be submitted to Accounts Payable and Financial Accounting by Monday, July 29.
Jul 26, 2024
Fall Writing Retreat for Faculty
Kick off the fall semester with a collaborative and supportive group of faculty.
Jul 26, 2024
Effective Communication in the Workplace Webinar
HRD is pleased to partner with the University’s EAP Provider, The Lexington Group, to offer a live webinar on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m.
Jul 19, 2024
Annual Collaborative Assessment Reminder
HRD would like to thank everyone for participating in the Annual Collaborative Assessment program this year.
Jul 16, 2024
Opening Weekend Volunteers Needed
Participate in this University-wide effort to welcome students.
Jul 16, 2024
NEH Summer Stipends Grant Program Available
Faculty working on humanities projects/publications are encouraged to apply.
Jul 16, 2024
Wall Street Journal Instructor Conference 2024
All faculty are invited to attend the Wall Street Journal Instructor Conference on Aug. 8.
Jul 16, 2024
Farewell to Maureen Wimberger
Stop by Bate’s House on Friday, Aug. 2, to grab a sweet treat and wish Maureen all the best in this next chapter of life.
Jul 12, 2024
New Grant Opportunities
The Office of Sponsored Programs announces new grant opportunities available now.
Jul 09, 2024
New Fiscal Year Vacation and Personal Time Balances
New fiscal year balances will be updated in employee records by mid-July.
Jul 09, 2024
Staff Council Meeting, July 10
Public Safety Chief Michael "Kaz" Kaselouskas will be our guest speaker on Wednesday, July 10, at 1 p.m.
Jul 02, 2024
Aetna Cyber Security Breach
UHart members potentially impacted by a cyber security breach.
Jun 28, 2024
Farewell to Lisa Read
Faculty, staff, and friends are invited to a farewell reception for Lisa on Tuesday, July 2.
Jun 25, 2024
University Closed July 4 and July 5
Instructions for timesheet recording for regular, non-exempt employees.
Jun 25, 2024
Reminder of the University's EAP Program
Help is available for all full-time and regular part-time employees, as well as their spouse, dependent children and/or any family member that resides with the employee.
Jun 21, 2024
Job Opportunities at Center for Social Research (CSR)
UHart's Center for Social Research is excited to announce they are currently accepting applications for three full-time positions.
Jun 18, 2024
Bursar Office Year-End Close Procedures
No transactions can be processed in Banner after 2 p.m. on Friday, June 28.
Jun 17, 2024
DEIJB Faculty and Staff Pulse Survey 2023 Report
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement is pleased to share the report from the Pulse Survey conducted in spring 2023.
Jun 14, 2024
Employee Professional Development Training Courses Added
Check out the new training courses have been added for the summer.
Jun 14, 2024
Mixed Strength and Barre Class Changes
Classes will be held in a different location for the week of June 17.
Jun 14, 2024
Workshop: Understanding University Data Storage Options
Learn about OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams, Network Drives, and Local Drives in simple terms at this workshop on Tuesday, July 23.
Jun 07, 2024
Staff Council Meeting June 12 at 1 p.m.
Our guest speaker Wednesday will be Alicia Hansen, Director of Harrison Libraries.
Jun 07, 2024
Reactivate ePAFs for Students and Temps
Important information if you have student or temp workers over the summer.
Jun 07, 2024
Leave Report Lockdown for End of Fiscal Year
Leave Reporting for exempt faculty and staff will be locked starting on Monday, June 24, at 11:59 p.m.
Jun 04, 2024
Remembering Matthew Rivera Jr.
Friends of the former Public Safety officer are invited to visit with Matt's family from 5 to 8 p.m. today or join via livestream.
May 28, 2024
Dialogue for Direction Now Called Annual Collaborative Assessment
Annual Collaborative Assessments are due by June 30.
May 24, 2024
Upcoming Faculty Success Help Sessions
Come and work on your dossiers or Annual Faculty Evaluations (AFE).
May 24, 2024
HRD to Offer Two-Part Training on Hiring and ePAFS
Sign up for these trainings on June 11 and June 18.
May 21, 2024
Graduate Courses and Taxes
The Office of Human Resources Development (HRD) would like to remind our faculty and staff of the taxation of graduate-level tuition benefits.
May 21, 2024
Summer Fridays Early Closing
The University has approved for early office closures on Fridays beginning Friday, June 14, through Friday, Aug. 2.
May 16, 2024
Information About This Past Monday's Email Outage
Details about an outage Monday that caused all email from a hartford.edu account to bounce over a four-hour block of time.
May 17, 2024
Session for Going Up for Full Professor
The Critical Year Workshop Series concludes Thursday with a session for those faculty going up for Full Professor.
May 17, 2024
Faculty Success Support Opportunity
There will be an informal session on May 17 where you can come and work in Faculty Success with other colleagues while getting your questions answered.
May 17, 2024
OSP welcomes Steph Brown as New Assistant Director, Pre-Award Services
Steph looks forward to helping UHart faculty and staff seek grants from external funders.
May 14, 2024
Annual Reminders from HRD
Each year, the University of Hartford, as an employer, has a responsibility to advise its constituencies about certain policy statements.
May 14, 2024
Create Your Legacy with FreeWill
University of Hartford faculty and staff members can create their plans 100% for free and in under 20 minutes thanks to our partners at FreeWill.
May 14, 2024
Essentials of Grant Proposal Development Course
Strengthen your knowledge and skills around grant proposal development through our CITI membership.
May 10, 2024
Employee Professional Development Academy: A Collaborative Partnership
HRD has partnered with several departments on campus to begin a rollout of a campus wide employee professional development program.
May 09, 2024
Laura D'Angelo-Gohn Leaving UHart for New Adventures
Please join us in wishing Laura well in her new endeavors.
May 09, 2024
"Activities Party" for Annual Faculty Evaluations
Join your fellow colleagues to enter your "Activities" together in a supportive and motivating environment on May 10 and May 17.
May 08, 2024
Volunteers for the 2024–25 Grievance Committee
The Faculty Senate is seeking two volunteers for the 2024–25 Grievance Committee.
May 07, 2024
Laura Johnson Leaders Program Call for Applications
Women faculty and staff are invited to apply for this two-year dynamic leadership program. The application deadline is June 5.
May 06, 2024
Free Summer Movement Class to All UHart Employees
The Hartt Community Division is offering a free dance movement class series this summer to all University of Hartford employees.
May 03, 2024
Faculty Research Fellow Opportunities
The Center for Social Research (CSR) is seeking multiple UHart faculty members to join us as Faculty Research Fellows.
May 03, 2024
Reminders About Student and Temps Working During the Summer
Work-study positions end as of May 8.
May 03, 2024
Staff Council Meeting
Our guest speakers are Director of Athletics and Recreation Alicia Queally and Staff Compensation Committee chairs Jen Conley and Jill Engel-Hellman.
May 02, 2024
Banner Budget Screens Training
Reserve your seat for this training on May 7, from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
May 02, 2024
Farewell Reception for Departing A&S Faculty
Join us to celebrate colleagues who are retiring and pursuing new opportunities.
May 01, 2024
Essential Learning Outcomes (ELO) and Program Learning Outcome (PLO) Assessments
Reminder that assessments are to be completed by Wednesday, May 15.
May 01, 2024
Annual Collaborative Assessment
HRD would like to remind all University supervisors that the Annual Collaborative Assessment program has begun.
Apr 30, 2024
FAFSA Simplification, 2024–25
Faculty and staff are invited to learn more about the 2024-25 FAFSA process at a May 2 virtual session.
Apr 30, 2024
Volunteers for the 2024-25 Grievance Committee
The Faculty Senate is seeking two volunteers for the 2024-25 Grievance Committee.
Apr 26, 2024
Commencement Day Shuttle for Student and Faculty Participants
Please reserve your spot by May 6.
Apr 26, 2024
Sabbatical Guidelines and Application
An information session will be held on Friday, May 10.
Apr 25, 2024
Faculty/Staff Fitness Class Schedule
Please note minor changes regarding the location of fitness classes.
Apr 23, 2024
Faculty-Staff Thank You Picnic on May 1 in GSU
Come out between noon and 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, to GSU North and South Café.
Apr 24, 2024
Annual Collaborative Assessment Program
Reviews should be completed and returned by June 30.
Apr 24, 2024
Excel Training Series
Information Technology Services is pleased to announce the beginning of a new series of technology training.
Apr 19, 2024
Facilitating Difficult Dialogues Workshop on April 19
Join this complementary workshop from Norton on Friday, April 19.
Apr 19, 2024
Equity-Focused Teaching: A Summer Institute on Curriculum & Instruction Designed to Meet the Needs of Our Students
CTEI is thrilled to announce the upcoming Summer Institute (SI), designed to support UHart faculty in their pursuit of creating more equitable learning experiences for students.
Apr 17, 2024
End of Fiscal Year Purchasing Deadlines
As in the past, we will be setting a deadline for making purchases using FY24 funds.
Apr 17, 2024
Fall 2024 Courses Now Available on Blackboard
Faculty can now access fall 2024 courses on Blackboard.
Apr 17, 2024
Get Rid of Your E-Waste on Earth Day
ITS will come by to collect obsolete items on April 22.
Apr 17, 2024
April Open Senate Meeting Recording Available
A recording of the Open Faculty Senate meeting that occurred on April 15 is now available.
Apr 15, 2024
Academic Assessment Reports Due by May 15
Reminder that the target date for both Essential Learning Outcomes (ELO) assessment reports and Program Learning Outcomes (PLO) assessment reports is Wednesday, May 15.
Apr 15, 2024
Reminder to Update Your Payroll Address
If you are a student employee or faculty/staff member, please update your payroll address with the Human Resources Department as needed.
Apr 11, 2024
Faculty/Staff Headshots April 16 & 22
An opportunity for faculty and staff to get a professional photo taken for the directory and profile pages on UHart's website.
Apr 11, 2024
Faculty Summer Writing Retreat
Back by popular demand, we will be offering two summer writing retreats for faculty. Applications are due by May 13.
Apr 11, 2024
Preceptor Call for Fall 2024: Deadline April 19
If you are teaching an introductory or critical gateway course, consider asking an upper-level student to join you as a student preceptor.
Apr 10, 2024
Mid-Career Transition: Advice on Moving from Associate to Full Professor
Explore the article and other resources from NCFDD through our institutional membership.
Apr 09, 2024
April Open Senate Meeting
All full-time and part-time faculty are invited to attend the Open Senate Meeting on Monday, April 15.
Apr 04, 2024
Staff Council Meeting with Acting President Mulready on April 10
Attend our first in-person meeting of the decade on Wednesday.
Apr 03, 2024
CTEI Learn@Lunch: Generative AI and Deepfakes
Join us for an informal conversation on the implications of the generative AI, specifically deepfakes, for teaching and learning.
Apr 03, 2024
Professional Learning Community for AI Meeting on April 8
Discuss how AI is being built into university resources like Blackboard and databases like JStor.
Apr 03, 2024
Call for 2024 Gordon Clark Ramsey Award for Creative Excellence for Adjunct and Part-Time Faculty
Applications are due Friday, April 12.
Apr 03, 2024
Spring into Summer Workshops
Register for workshops today to prepare for summer classes.
Apr 01, 2024
2024 UHart Staff Council Voting Ballot
The voting ballot for available Staff Council positions is open now until April 5.
Apr 01, 2024
Reminder of Spring 2024 DEIJB Online Training
All employees are encouraged to participate in the Communication for Inclusion (faculty and staff) learning module.
Mar 28, 2024
Welcome to Matt Besterman
Matt has joined the campus community as director of public and media relations.
Mar 28, 2024
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership for Social Justice Program
Beginning with the fall 2024 semester, current UHart employees (internal applicants) may apply to the EdD program for entry into a fall cohort.
Mar 28, 2024
Volunteers Needed for Late-Night Breakfast
UHart's most delicious tradition on April 30.
Mar 28, 2024
Apply for the Innovations in Teaching and Learning Award
Winners receive $500 in faculty development and are recognized at the Spring Kickoff.
Mar 25, 2024
Last Chance to Nominate for Open Staff Council Positions
The Nominations Committee has decided to accept further nominations until Wednesday, March 27.
Mar 25, 2024
Enter Your "You Matter@UHart" Events and Activities in Faculty Success
Don't wait until your annual faculty evaluation is due to enter your professional development activities.
Mar 22, 2024
Spring Into Ultra: Start Your Ultra Journey Today
Register today for upcoming Ultra trainings.
Mar 21, 2024
Mandatory Reporting Form for Overnight, University-Sponsored, Student Travel
Federal law requires the reporting of all overnight, University-sponsored, student travel.
Mar 21, 2024
Critical Year Workshop Series #4
We will review scholarship and professional productivity this Friday, March 22, at 12:30 p.m.
Mar 21, 2024
Reminder: Deadline for Intent to Apply Forms Due by April 1
If you are going up for promotion, tenure, or comprehensive review, you must submit your intent to apply form by April 1, via Faculty Success.
Mar 20, 2024
Call for 2024 Gordon Clark Ramsey Award for Creative Excellence for Adjunct and Part-Time Faculty
Applications are due Friday, April 12, 2024.
Mar 20, 2024
March Open Senate Meeting
The Faculty Senate will hold an Open Senate Meeting on Monday, March 25, from 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Mar 18, 2024
David Goldenberg Appointed Executive Director and CEO of Tulsa Historical Society & Museum
He will officially retire from UHart this spring after more than 20 years of distinguished service.
Mar 20, 2024
Get a Head Start on the Annual Collaborative Assessment
HRD is pleased to announce that the Annual Career Development Assessment, historically known as ‘Dialogue for Direction’, has been revamped into the Annual Collaborative Assessment.
Mar 19, 2024
Workers' Compensation Reminders
Reminders for faculty and staff regarding work-related injury or illness.