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  • Important Fiscal Year-End Deadlines

    Good Morning, We are in touch with important financial deadlines for the current fiscal year that ends on June 30. The dates noted below reflect the dates by which your requests should be received in the business office’s shared inbox, … Read more

  • Faculty Forum on the Chancellor Search

    UNC faculty are invited to a one-hour listening session with the search committee on the chancellor search. This session will be focused on things like hearing about qualities, skills, and/or experience to look for or prioritize when selecting the short … Read more

  • FERPA Training Moving to Carolina Talent

    We’re excited to announce that starting on Monday, April 22, FERPA training will transition to Carolina Talent Learning for all employee types and affiliates. This means that on April 22, FERPA training will no longer be available in Sakai, and all … Read more

  • Register Now for the CFE Summer Writing Group Program!

    The Center for Faculty Excellence (CFE) is pleased to announce the 2024 Summer Writing Group (SWG) Program. Now in its eleventh year, the SWG brings faculty members from all disciplines and career stages together in small groups to spur writing … Read more

  • First Aid Kits – Update

    Greetings, all, As you may remember from the school meeting this month, we have begun distributing first aid kits in Carroll Hall and the Curtis Media Center. The location of each first aid kit is as follows: Business Office (CA-074-079) … Read more

  • Kudoboard: Week of Kindness

    As stated at the April School Meeting, the 2024 Week of Kindness is quickly approaching. ABIDE decided to do another kudoboard this year to encourage the Hussman students during the last week of classes and finals week and show our … Read more

  • Three Tips to Get Started with AI

    Curated courses & more Want to get started with AI? You’re not alone! According to LinkedIn Learning’s 2024 Workplace Learning Report, 80% of people want to learn to use generative AI. Whether you want to learn the basics, dig into … Read more

  • New Visual Theme for Concur System

    Beginning Wednesday, April 10, you will see a refreshed look and feel to the Concur system. With this update from SAP Concur, you’ll notice: Improved design consistency. Inclusive, accessible design. Light mode, dark mode and high contrast theme options. The … Read more

  • Campus Recreation Annual Spring Fling

    Spring Fling | Friday, May 3 | noon @ Student Recreation Center Join Campus Recreation’s annual Spring Fling! All staff and faculty are invited to participate in a 1.5-mile walk or 2.7-mile fun run to promote physical activity, health and … Read more

  • Hussman Merch Pop-Up Shop

    The UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media will be hosting a pop-up shop for school merchandise. Orders must be placed by April 16. Individual orders will ship out on April 30, and group orders will be available for pickup … Read more

  • Additional Employment, External Professional Activities for Pay, Secondary Employment and Supplemental Pay

    The University is dedicated to fostering a campus community that upholds the highest standards of ethics and integrity. While all employees may participate in activities for compensation outside of their primary department or outside their University duties, permanent employees are … Read more

  • Graduate Student Appreciation Week

    Good afternoon all! One of the favorite weeks of the year for our grad studies team is here! It’s Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, and I’m writing today to ask you to help us celebrate our grad students and … Read more

  • 2024 BRIDGES Academic Leadership Program

    BRIDGES Academic Leadership Program offers a unique opportunity for women and individuals in higher education to nurture and fortify their leadership capacities within the academic sphere. Entering its thirty-second year, BRIDGES promises to be an enriching experience for both participants … Read more

  • Blackout period for UNC retirement programs with Fidelity

    UNC System retirement transition from Fidelity to TIAA As you know, the UNC System is in the process of moving to a single retirement plan recordkeeper for UNC retirement plans. Moving forward, TIAA will provide all recordkeeping services for the … Read more

  • UNC System Office Employee Engagement Survey

    The biennial UNC System Office Employee Engagement Survey is around the corner and will be open March 25 to April 8. The survey is available to full-time permanent employees at all UNC System schools. The survey is available ONLY online, … Read more

  • Prepare for the upcoming performance season | Enroll in our webinar series!

    Hello Carolina staff and faculty, As we approach the start of performance season on March 15, we are excited to introduce our new webinar series, Setting the Stage for a Successful Performance Conversation, designed to support you with practical tools … Read more

  • Total WellBeing Expo | Wednesday, March 13

    Dear colleagues, All staff and faculty are invited to the Total WellBeing Expo next Wednesday, March 13, for a day of wellness activities. Join us in Fetzer Hall, 210 South Road from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for: Free pizza … Read more

  • Hussman / ABIDE DEI Engagement Survey – Faculty & Staff

    Hello, all MA students in my Strategic Communication Writing class (MEJO 732) are serving ABIDE as the client this semester. This group created a brief survey (it took me about 3 minutes) for staff and faculty, to get your perspectives … Read more

  • Join us at the Total WellBeing Expo on Wednesday, March 13

    Hello fellow Tar Heels, Please join us Wednesday, March 13, for the Total WellBeing Expo, Carolina’s annual employee event celebrating wellness — from the inside out! All staff and faculty are invited to Fetzer Hall from 11 a.m. to 2 … Read more

  • School Meeting – Agenda Request Workflow – NEW FORM

    Hello Colleagues, As part of a new workflow, we are asking that this Agenda Request Form be used for all requests to be included on the agenda for upcoming School Meetings. The form will allow you to identify whether you … Read more

  • 2024 Staff Excellence Award

    Dear Hussman Faculty, Staff, and Students, You are cordially invited to submit nominations for the 2024 Staff Excellence Award to recognize staff members who have provided exemplary service throughout the year and beyond. Please take the time to nominate up … Read more

  • Black History Showcase

      Greetings, The Dean’s Student Advisory Council is pleased to invite students, faculty, staff and alumni of UNC Hussman to participate in a Black History Showcase as a culmination of Black History Month. The showcase aims to highlight the contributions … Read more

  • March 1: Junck Colloquium with Marcel Rosa-Salas

      Join us Friday, March 1 for a Mary Junck Research Colloquium event with Marcel Rosa-Salas. We’ll gather in the Freedom Forum Conference Center for lunch at noon, followed at 12:30 p.m. by a talk from Dr. Rosa-Salas. Marcel Rosa-Salas … Read more

  • African American Cultural Heritage Month Display

    Please take a moment to check out the display case outside the Park Library (near the elevator, second floor) that showcases books and resources by students, alum and faculty in observance of African American Cultural Heritage Month.

  • Identify, Bid and Win Federal Contract Opportunities at UNC

    We are pleased to announce a new area of practice for UNC Research Development oriented toward strengthening campus’ ability to identify, bid and win federal contract opportunities.  On, February 15, 2024, at 11:30, the UNC Office of Research Development team … Read more

  • Changes Coming to Duo Prompt

    Duo, one of the 2-Step Verification methods that UNC-Chapel Hill uses, is ending their support for the traditional authentication prompt experience on March 30, 2024. This change impacts many of the applications that use Duo at the University. Anyone verifying with Duo … Read more

  • Upcoming Fire Drill

    UNC Facilities Services and EHS Fire Safety Personnel will be conducting mandatory annual fire alarm testing in Carroll Hall on 2/20/2024. Part of the Fire Alarm testing will include a fire drill for the occupants and visitors of the building. … Read more

  • Staff Annual Performance Appraisals

    Looking ahead to this year’s appraisal season The appraisal period for this year’s performance cycle is coming soon, and we want to be sure you have these reminders and updates to help you prepare. What to do before March 15 … Read more

  • Total Wellbeing Expo

    Total Wellbeing Expo: Wednesday, March 13 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Fetzer Hall Dedicate time to your total wellbeing — from the inside out! This annual spring event welcomes all employees to: Enjoy a free pizza and salad … Read more

  • Hussman eCommunicator | January 2024

    View the January edition of the Hussman eCommunicator below, or open the bulletin in a new tab.

  • After Hours Support from World Travel, Inc.

    The following update from the university’s Travel and Payment Card Services team is being sent to all faculty and staff in the Hussman School of Journalism and Media. Please contact the Hussman business office with any questions. World Travel, Inc. … Read more

  • Travel Mileage Increase 2024

    Effective Jan. 1, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has established a new mileage rate for 2024. When a personal vehicle must be used, the allowable business standard mileage rate has increased to 67 cents per mile. Per 1501.4 – … Read more

  • Concur Support Desk is Now Live!

    Travel Services is excited to announce the launch of the Concur Support Desk! Users needing support with Concur Request and Concur Expense may now navigate to help.unc.edu and enter “Concur” in the search tool. They will then select “Travel Services … Read more

  • 2023 Form W-2s Now Available in ConnectCarolina

    Your tax year 2023 Form W-2 is now available in the ConnectCarolina Self Service menu. Step-by-step instructions and user tips related to viewing and printing W-2 forms can be found on the How to find your W-2 Quick Reference Card … Read more

  • Frank A. Daniels Jr. Lecture with Marty Baron | January 30, 2024

    The UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media will host Marty Baron for the Frank A. Daniels Jr. Lecture at 7 p.m. on January 30, 2024. Marty Baron, former executive editor at The Washington Post, will be giving a lecture … Read more

  • Registration Open for Spring 2024 Faculty Information Sessions

    Dear Colleagues, The Office of Faculty Affairs has opened registration for a number of short info sessions (less than 60 minutes). The Office of Faculty Affairs has opened registration for the Spring 2024 Faculty Information Sessions ! The customized sessions … Read more

  • Happy New Year and Welcome Back!

    Dear Hussman faculty and staff colleagues, Happy New Year! I’m hoping each of you is feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after enjoying some well-deserved restful and relaxing time with family and friends over our holiday break. I wish you all a … Read more

  • Spring 2024 Syllabi Reminder

    We are a week away from the first day of classes –  Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024! Please upload your syllabus to the MJ Faculty group on Canvas, underneath the assignment group Spring 2024 Syllabus. Syllabi are due before the start … Read more

  • New generative AI tool for staff & faculty

    On Nov. 8, 2023, ITS enabled a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool for UNC faculty and staff — Bing Chat Enterprise. Beginning today, the tool has a new name — Microsoft Copilot with Data Protection. Here are answers to four … Read more

  • Fidelity-to-TIAA Transition Update

    For staff & faculty with ORP, UNC 403b or UNC 457. For those of you with ORP, UNC 403b and/or UNC 457 accounts with Fidelity, use the link below to read the latest information from the UNC System Office on … Read more

  • Xerox Multifunction Device (copier) printing transition

    All Xerox devices have been successfully transitioned to Pharos. You may now use your OneCard or the mobile OneCard via your phone.  Remember you need to have a OneCard issued within the last three years for the tap feature.  Otherwise, please visit … Read more

  • Hussman eCommunicator | November 2023

    View the November edition of the Hussman eCommunicator below, or open the bulletin in a new tab.

  • Holiday Schedule Reminder

    For 2023 the University winter holiday break is from Monday December 25th to Thursday December 28th. Friday December 29th will be an optional work day for employees as opposed to University Closed days, where they would be required to use … Read more

  • [FORMAL NOTICE] Accountable Plan Notice Effective Jan. 1, 2024

    This notice is to make employees aware that the University is updating its enforcement of the IRS Accountable Plan effective Jan. 1, 2024. An accountable plan allows an employer to reimburse employees on a nontaxable basis when certain requirements are … Read more

  • Save the Date: UNC Hussman Holiday Party!

      Save the Date for the UNC Hussman Holiday Party! 12pm, Wednesday, December 13, 2023, in the Freedom Forum. Lunch and treats will be provided. More information to come!

  • Microsoft Bing Chat Enterprise enabled for faculty and staff

    Faculty and staff, ITS has enabled Microsoft Bing Chat Enterprise, an institutionally-scoped version of Bing Chat. Bing Chat Enterprise is a more secure alternative to consumer-oriented generative AI services like ChatGPT, Google Bard or the non-enterprise version of Bing Chat. … Read more

  • Hussman eCommunicator | October 2023 | The Future Is Us

    View the October edition of the Hussman eCommunicator below, or open the bulletin in a new tab.

  • Save the Date: Pantry Bowl 2023

    Tar Heels, Pantry Bowl 2023 is less than one month away! UNC is partnering once again this year with NC State between November 19 – 26 for a friendly competition to see which school’s on-campus food pantry can raise the … Read more

  • Junck Colloquium with Minji Kim

    Join us Friday, Nov. 3 for our first Mary Junck Research Colloquium event of the academic year, with Minji Kim of the University of South Carolina. We’ll gather in the Curtis Media Center starting at 11:30 a.m. for lunch, followed … Read more

  • Spring 2024 Registration Updates

    Wave 1 of registration began Monday which allows students to register up to 13 credit hours.  MEJO courses are appearing in Connect Carolina as “reserved” however this DOES NOT necessarily mean that the MEJO course is a permission-only course or … Read more

  • ULEAD Is Accepting Applications

    Applications for the 2024 Spring ULEAD session open through November 10, 2023. The ULEAD program develops highly skilled and motivated leaders to meet the challenges of higher education’s changing environment. Participants learn from world-renowned faculty, outside experts and each other. … Read more

  • Join us for the Fall Potluck Nov. 20!

    Graduate students, staff, faculty and visiting scholars are invited to to celebrate and give thanks for our community at our Fall Potluck. Please join us to share a meal Monday, Nov. 20 from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Freedom … Read more

  • Employee Appreciation Day celebrates YOU!

    Dear fellow Tar Heels, On Friday, Oct. 20, we will celebrate you and all you do to make Carolina a world-class university with our annual Employee Appreciation Day! Join us in person at the Pit and Carolina Union from 10 … Read more

  • Hussman eCommunicator | September 2023

    View the September edition of the Hussman eCommunicator below, or open the bulletin in a new tab.

  • Benefits Open Enrollment Begins Oct. 9

    Permanent employees will be able to make changes to benefit plans during the three weeks of Open Enrollment, Oct. 9-27. The changes made during this period will go into effect Jan. 1, 2024. What to know about this year’s Open … Read more

  • Influenza Vaccinations for Students and Employees

    Influenza can be a serious, contagious respiratory disease. The best way to prevent seasonal flu is to be vaccinated every year. There are several opportunities for UNC-Chapel Hill community members to obtain a flu vaccination on campus: Student Stores Pharmacy … Read more

  • Mobile UNC One Card Launches on Campus

    We are pleased to announce that the UNC One Card can now be added as a mobile ID to compatible iPhone and Apple Watch devices. Students, employees and affiliates will be able to use the mobile One Card to access … Read more

  • Online Leave Request Form Goes Live

    Beginning today, active employees who need to request leave for one of the following family and/or medical-related reasons will need to complete the online Leave Request Form through ConnectCarolina Self Service: Employee’s own serious health condition. To care for a … Read more

  • Simplify your life with Carolina Key

    All faculty and staff are now able to register for Carolina Key – a fast, simple, and safe alternative to passwords. Why use Carolina Key? Carolina Key is a faster and more convenient way to login to many web-based University … Read more

  • Faculty Foundations 2023

    Registration is now open for Center of Faculty Excellence (CFE) Faculty Foundations, to be held in-person August 14-15. Visit CFE website to view the program and register for the events you’d like to attend. Faculty Foundations welcomes new and returning … Read more

  • Parking Registration for 2023-24 Open

    It’s that time of the year.. the Department of Transportation and Parking is gearing up to open the new parking year! I have created a parking registration survey for the school, please fill it out no later than July 17. … Read more

  • Be a better public speaker with Microsoft tools

    Speaker Coach & Teleprompter help at every step Who doesn’t want to be a more confident, knowledgeable and engaging public speaker? Luckily, ITS provides Microsoft’s Speaker Coach and Teleprompter to help you polish your presentations as you practice and give … Read more

  • Important Year-End Deadlines

    Please note important financial deadlines for the current fiscal year that ends on June 30. All requests should be accompanied by digital receipts.  Pictures of receipts taken on mobile devices can quickly and easily be converted into PDF format via … Read more

  • Hussman eCommunicator | May 2023

    A message from the Dean Dear UNC Hussman community and friends, As the last day of classes wrapped up this past Friday, I looked back at this academic year and was amazed by all that the Hussman community was able … Read more

  • Employee Forum Professional Development Grants Open June 1-16

    The Employee Forum’s Professional Development Grant provides permanent University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill employees additional funding to help cover professional development opportunities. The grant covers work-related education and training and can be used for conferences, certificates, non-credit classes, … Read more