Faculty Councils
December 12, 2021
End of 2021 benefits updates and reminders
Since 2021 is drawing to a close, it’s a good time to review your UW retirement benefits. We are sharing the Annual Benefits Letter from the Faculty Council on Benefits and Retirement (FBCR). It’s packed with good links and information that is relevant to professional staff. Below, we highlight a few upcoming benefit changes and…
July 15, 2021
WA Cares Fund: details and resources
Washington State’s new mandatory long-term care (LTC) insurance under the WA Cares Fund will pay for long-term care expenses (up to $36,500 in total) for those who reside in Washington State when they require long-term care. The WA Cares Fund will be funded by a new payroll tax, starting January 2, 2022, of 0.58% of…
October 23, 2020
Event: Promoting Equity and Justice for Caregivers at UW
The Faculty Council on Women in Academia will host a discussion of current realities, polices, practices, and support during COVID-19 and beyond. (Event website) Friday, October 30, 2020 from 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm (PST) Open to all University of Washington caregivers. Join the event on Zoom: One tap mobile: +12063379723,,5608294138# US (SEATTLE), +12532158782,,5608294138# US (TACOMA)…
October 7, 2020
Notes from University Facilities and Services (FCUFS) meeting
Notes from University Facilities and Services (FCUFS) meeting Meeting Oct 1st COVID and back to work planning UW Employees returning to on-campus work are encouraged to voluntarily enroll in the Seattle Flu Study. https://seattleflu.org/uw Daily attestation in Workday requirements remain in place. Covid testing site in ground floor of Odegaard library. UW Employee up-to-date Covid-19 information…
