Welcome to the September edition of Your CUHR (Columbia University Human Resources) Connection, designed to provide a snapshot of what Human Resources offers you.
News
- We still want to hear about your workplace climate experience. If you have not yet shared your perspective, we encourage you to take 15 minutes today to complete Columbia’s Employee Climate and Engagement Survey before it closes on Friday, Sept. 26.
- Columbia University Facilities Operations (CUFO), Columbia Health, and the Office of Alumni Relations & Development are partnering to pilot a mentorship program, matching early-career staff from all three departments with Columbia University leaders.
- Faculty and staff from Morningside, Manhattanville, Lamont-Doherty, and Nevis Laboratories campuses are eligible for the walk-in flu vaccination event hosted by Columbia Health from Sept. 29-Oct. 1 on the Morningside campus and Oct. 8 in Manhattanville. No appointment needed: just bring your CUID.
Your Benefits
- As a Columbia employee, you are eligible to navigate complicated health care situations with Advocate4Me – the front door to an enhanced benefits experience for United Healthcare members. Health advocates can answer medical, Optum Rx, Optum Behavioral and Optum Financial inquiries without transfers.
- Open Enrollment will take place from Nov. 3-21, 2025. To prepare for Open Enrollment, review and update your information on my.Columbia and watch a one-minute video that shows the changes to the CUBES enrollment site.
Upcoming Events
Understanding Different Personalities for Better Collaboration (Employee Assistance Program)
This webinar will look at the distinction between difficult behavior and difficult people and provide participants with strategies to respond effectively to challenging situations with a focus on assertive communication.
Wednesday, September 24: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. | Register
How to Get the Most from Your Employee Retirement Plan (TIAA)
Your workplace retirement plan is one of your most important employee benefits. In this webinar, TIAA will show you how to take advantage of all your plan has to offer so you can save and invest with confidence and get the most from your money.
Thursday, September 25: 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Register
Big Joys, Big Challenges, Big Feelings: For Parents of Children 2-5 (Work/Life)
Connect with others at Columbia who are sharing the adventure of parenting children ages 2-5. Find community, ask questions, and get support. Bring questions, big or small, or just come to say hello. New and returning attendees welcome.
Friday, September 26: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Register
CU Thrive: GLP-1s, Weight Management and Metabolic Health
With the recent rise of GLP-1 medications (such as Ozempic and Wegovy), many are asking: Are these medications right for me? What are the benefits, risks, and misconceptions? Join us for a discussion on GLP-1s and metabolic health, featuring experts from Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Tuesday, September 30: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. | Register