Employee News

Crane Activity Near Ekeley Science building – Oct. 20–24, 2025

Nancy Portner — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:36:10 +0000

Crane Activity Near Ekeley Science building – Oct. 20–24, 2025 Nancy Portner Mon, 10/20/2025 - 15:36

A crane will be positioned just north of the Ekeley Science (EKLC) building in the quad from October 20–24 to support the installation of large heat recovery units in the basement mechanical room of the central wing. This work zone will overlap with the existing Cristol/Ekeley Sciences renovation work site and storage area (including the trailer).

To accommodate crane operations and large truck access, the Norlin-side bike rack has been temporarily taken offline by our Operations team. Please plan alternate bike parking during this period.

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Sustainability Town Hall coming Nov. 5

Nancy Portner — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 16:26:38 +0000

Sustainability Town Hall coming Nov. 5 Nancy Portner Mon, 10/20/2025 - 10:26

The upcoming Sustainability Town Hall provides a platform to learn about the exciting sustainability efforts taking place across campus and the people making them happen. It also creates an interactive space for dialogue and collaboration — a chance to share ideas, ask questions, and explore how we can work together to advance our shared sustainability goals. Lunch will be provided!

Staff: There is no RSVP required.

Students: Please register in advance using the Buff Connect portal

Date: Wednesday, November 5

Time: 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Location: UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom (Rm 210)

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Help Wanted: Transportation Equipment Mechanic III - Apply on or before Oct. 26, 2025

Nancy Portner — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:01:30 +0000

Help Wanted: Transportation Equipment Mechanic III - Apply on or before Oct. 26, 2025 Nancy Portner Thu, 10/16/2025 - 15:01

I want to make sure that everyone is aware of this exciting opportunity for someone to join our team:

Equipment Mechanic III

There is a $500 referral bonus if we hire the person you referred to us.

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First Aid/CPR Class coming Nov. 3

Nancy Portner — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:05:34 +0000

First Aid/CPR Class coming Nov. 3 Nancy Portner Thu, 10/16/2025 - 14:05

Our FM Safety Committee is offering two CPR/First Aid training sessions on Friday, Nov. 3, hosted by CPR Solutions. These classes are open to all FM staff with supervisor approval and a speedtype to cover the $65 fee (charged to your department/shop).

No prior experience needed – first-timers are welcome! Certification is valid for 2 years.

Session Options (choose one):

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

(Each session includes 1.5 hours of First Aid + 1.5 hours of CPR)

Location: EHS Conference Room, 2^nd Floor, Room 220

Seats are limited to 30 per session. You will receive an outlook invite after you register.

Important: We are charged for all cancellations and no-shows. Please confirm your availability before registering.

Sign up here (after supervisor approval): https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044DADAD2AA64-58966607-cuboulder

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Update: Meridian Deployment scheduled for Wed. Oct. 29

Nancy Portner — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:22:27 +0000

Update: Meridian Deployment scheduled for Wed. Oct. 29 Nancy Portner Thu, 10/16/2025 - 11:22

The Meridian deployment is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29th.

What is Meridian?

Meridian is our PDC department’s document management system, used primarily to store, organize, and access contracts, engineering drawings, and other technical documentation. While not everyone in the department uses Meridian directly, it plays a vital role behind the scenes — supporting construction projects and compliance efforts across campus.

This upcoming system upgrade will make Meridian easier to access and more efficient for those who rely on it daily. Even if you don’t use Meridian yourself, this deployment helps ensure our PDC team has the tools they need to keep their projects running smoothly.

What to Expect:

System Access: Meridian will be temporarily unavailable during the deployment window. Specific details regarding timing of deployment and preparation needed by those who use the system will be sent out directly to those users early next week.
New Features: Post-deployment, users will see enhancements in the PowerWeb interface. Meridian Explorer will remain the same. The new system will be web based and no longer require a Remote Desktop for access.
Support: A deployment support team will be available to assist with any issues or questions that arise.

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I&R Annual Awards - Nominations due 5pm on Oct. 20

Nancy Portner — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 03:10:09 +0000

I&R Annual Awards - Nominations due 5pm on Oct. 20 Nancy Portner Wed, 10/15/2025 - 21:10

Infrastructure and Resilience will be hosting our winter employee appreciation luncheon on Thursday, December 4^th. As always, we will be announcing our employee annual award winners. If you have noticed I&R employees working to make the campus a better place to work, study, or visit, please consider submitting a nomination for one of several awards described in the link below. Individual staff winners will receive a plaque and a $100 Visa gift card. Student winners will receive a certificate and $25 Visa gift card. Team winners will receive a group meal or a party.

And we will all enjoy a delicious meal and a few hours together.

Nominations are due by 5pm on Monday, October 20^th.

Please use the link below, and if you have any questions, contact Kerry Howard at Kerry.Howard@colorado.edu.

NOMINATE HERE

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You are invited: Division-wide Zoom meeting with Todd Haggerty: Oct. 30

Nancy Portner — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:11:32 +0000

You are invited: Division-wide Zoom meeting with Todd Haggerty: Oct. 30 Nancy Portner Tue, 10/14/2025 - 16:11

Join us for an upcoming division-wide (FBS and I&R) meeting where you will hear updates from SVC Todd Haggerty. Learn how I&R and FBS are working together to support campus operations and learn how you can contribute to, and benefit from division-wide initiatives.You should have received a calendar invite with the link to the Zoom meeting:

Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, 9:00 am to 9:55 am.

If you are not working during the meeting time, or if your job duties do not allow you to join, don’t worry—the meeting will be recorded and a short summary will be shared with everyone afterward.

If you did not receive the meeting invitation, please reach out to fbs@colorado.edu and they will resend the invite to you.

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HSA Open Enrollment is coming: Oct 15 - Oct 29

Nancy Portner — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:13:45 +0000

HSA Open Enrollment is coming: Oct 15 - Oct 29 Nancy Portner Wed, 10/08/2025 - 10:13

As a CU Health Plan – High Deductible member, you already know your Health Savings Account (HSA) is an important tool in planning for future health care needs.

CU’s HSA Open Enrollment is a great time to examine your savings and make any adjustments ahead of the 2026 tax year.

You can update your HSA through the employee portal from 8 a.m. (MDT) Wednesday, Oct. 15 to 5 p.m. (MDT) Wednesday, Oct. 29.

Your enrollment will be effective Jan. 1, 2026. While you can enroll and update your contributions at any time, Employee Services recommends using open enrollment as an opportunity to evenly distribute your contributions throughout the upcoming year.

Contribution limits increasing for 2026:

Individual - $4,400
Individual - (age 55 or older) - $5,400
Family - $8,750
Family (age 55 or older) - $9,750

Get the most out of your HSA

A few things to consider:

Are you getting the maximum benefits from your account?
Do you want to adjust your contributions?
Do you want to explore ways to invest your HSA funds to grow your savings?

During HSA Open Enrollment, take the time to learn a few tricks and get all the treats your HSA can offer:

Register for the Employee Services and Optum webinar, Making the most of a Health Savings Account, at 1 p.m. Oct. 23. This session is designed to demystify HSAs and help you make the most of this financial tool.
Visit the HSA website to watch a video course explaining an HSA’s uses and its many advantages. See how you can save money on health expenses, reduce taxes, invest in your health, and see instructions to update your contributions.

Need help?

If you have any questions not answered by these resources, don’t hesitate to reach out to our benefits professionals.

Contact an Employee Services benefits professional by email at benefits@cu.edu or by phone at 1-303-860-4200, option 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Thursday and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday

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New CU ��ý�� Safe app

Nancy Portner — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:58:30 +0000

New CU ��ý�� Safe app Nancy Portner Wed, 10/08/2025 - 09:58

The Division of Public Safety (DPS) launched a new campus-wide safety app: 'CU ��ý�� Safe' app. It has a lot of new features and gives you real-time alerts, personal safety tools, and easy access to resources—all in one place.

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Register for the Health and Wellness Summit - Nov. 12-13, 2025

Nancy Portner — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:04:43 +0000

The Health and Wellness Summit and the Employee Benefits Fair will be Nov. 12-13, 2025!

Join us for the 8th annual Health and Wellness Summit and Employee Benefits Fair—a two-day event dedicated to enhancing well-being and connecting our community with essential resources.

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Employee News

Crane Activity Near Ekeley Science building – Oct. 20–24, 2025

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Sustainability Town Hall coming Nov. 5

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Help Wanted: Transportation Equipment Mechanic III - Apply on or before Oct. 26, 2025

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First Aid/CPR Class coming Nov. 3

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Update: Meridian Deployment scheduled for Wed. Oct. 29

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I&R Annual Awards - Nominations due 5pm on Oct. 20

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You are invited: Division-wide Zoom meeting with Todd Haggerty: Oct. 30

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HSA Open Enrollment is coming: Oct 15 - Oct 29

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New CU ������ý���� Safe app

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Register for the Health and Wellness Summit - Nov. 12-13, 2025

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New CU ��ý�� Safe app