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News & Policy Updates
Two-Session Identity & Inclusion Workshops
The Office for Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (OIDE) and Human Resources are sponsoring a two-session identity and inclusion workshop.
HR Updates
The latest issues of the HR Update have information about health plan choices during Open Enrollment for 2019. The new 2019 Open Enrollment Guide is also now available.
Networking@Smith
Staff Council made a request to Human Resources to develop a program for staff interested in exploring promotional opportunities, new career paths or obtaining professional advice from experienced leaders and administrators across the college. Although HR already provides career coaching to staff, and encourages staff to network with others at the college, this program formalizes the process.
Child Care Resources
The towns surrounding the Smith College campus provide access to a number of daycare centers and nursery schools for pre-school children. Since child care needs vary greatly depending on the ages of children and your specific circumstances, you need to research these opportunities fully. The following internet links and contact information will help identify local resources that you may want to consider. Obviously, the information presented for individual providers is subject to change.
Eldercare Resources
For Retirement Plan Participants with Assets in TIAA Plan #104647
Arrivals, Departures & Transfers
The Office of Human Resources produces a monthly arrivals and departures list for the Smith community. Each month's list will be announced via eDigest.
Health Plan Coverage for Out-of-Area Dependents
Understanding Your After-Hours Care Options
Harvard Pilgrim members have several options for seeking care when their primary care doctor is not available. Find out when to consider each option, how the cost of each type of care compares, and where these services are available locally.
New Position Justification Process
As part of the effort to balance the FY18 operating budget and work toward long-term financial sustainability, a new FTE justification process has been enacted by the President's Cabinet. All position replacements or new hires now require a justification form to be completed prior to submitting the position to HireTouch. This new process is not applicable to casual, agency temporary or student workers.
Changes to College-Age-Dependent Tuition Benefit
Smith has modified the college-age-dependent tuition grant program.