Dear colleagues,
Welcome to the December edition of Your CUHR (Columbia University Human Resources) Connection, designed to provide a snapshot of what Human Resources offers you.
News
- You have until December 31, 2024, to use your remaining 2024 health care and dependent care FSA funds. While you may submit claims for reimbursement through March 31, 2025, all services must be received by December 31, 2024, to be eligible for reimbursement. Keep in mind that you may carry over up to $640 in unused 2024 Healthcare Flexible Spending Account funds to 2025.
Your Benefits
- As we head toward a new year, challenge yourself and your team to learn a new skill with LinkedIn Learning bite-sized videos and self-guided courses. Take advantage of Columbia University’s subscription to LinkedIn Learning and explore unlimited access to more than 16,000 courses.
- People in midlife deserve better support, but many don’t get the care they need until it’s too late. Starting on January 1, 2025, the Maven Menopause & Midlife Health Program will help Columbia faculty and staff manage ongoing symptoms and form healthy habits with lifelong benefits. Maven’s gender-inclusive care helps members find relief for their symptoms—and own their long-term health and thrive in their careers.
Upcoming Events
Holiday Budgeting (Employee Assistance Program)
We may have our finances under control during the year, but holidays can seriously send spending out of control. This class will help you avoid waking up on January 2 thinking, "how could I have spent and eaten that much!?" This motivational class teaches a skill set to keep the holidays in balance, financially.
Friday, December 20: 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Register
Financial Freedom: Strategies for Reducing Debt (Vanguard)
Looking for ways to bring your financial life under control? This webinar will show you how to pay down credit card debt, set up an emergency fund, and save for a comfortable retirement.
Friday, January 3: 9 a.m., 12 p.m., 3 p.m. | Register
Savi + TIAA Student Loan Forgiveness Workshop
TIAA has joined forces with the student loan experts at Savi to help you navigate the complexities of federal student loan programs such as Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Join this free online webinar to find out how you can explore lowering your student loan payments and working toward forgiveness.
Wednesday, January 8: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. | Register
Investing Essentials: Five Principles to Invest with Confidence (TIAA)
How you invest today can impact what you'll have tomorrow. No matter where you are in your career journey, this webinar can help you understand five key principles of investing for the future so you can get the most from your money.
Wednesday, January 15: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. | Register
All upcoming events can be found on the Human Resources events page.
Enjoy the holiday season and best wishes for a happy, healthy new year!
Questions or feedback for CUHR? Let us know at [email protected].