Register Now for the All-Staff Wellness Event

with President Ted Carter

Thursday, January 25

Save the date for the All-Staff Wellness Event taking place in-person at the RPAC and virtually on Thursday, January 25 from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

8:30 a.m. - Doors open and breakfast is served

9:00 a.m. - Program begins

During the event, staff are invited to:

• Participate in low-impact physical activities lead by a fellow staff member.

• Take part in a table fair to learn more about the many health and wellness resources available to employees.

• Hear from University leadership, and have fun connecting and socializing with colleagues while we all take intentional time to focus on our wellness.

• And enter to win prizes for participation!

This event is hosted by the University Staff Advisory Committee in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Wellness Officer.

LinkedIn Learning Highlight

Have you activated your LinkedIn Learning yet? As a staff member, you have free, 24/7 access to learn at your own pace in courses that are relevant to your current role or also many other passions. There are 30-70 new courses added weekly, which gives you the ability to grow and develop in the areas you care about both at and outside of work.

Matt Boll, USAC Governance Committee member and Facility Specialist with College of Public Health, shared his experience with the course, Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers

“As a lifelong learner, I have always been drawn to the topic and benefits of organizational coaching. The Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers course is a great introduction or refresher to this topic. The content presented can serve as the foundation for introducing coaching into all aspects of your work. The tools and skills go beyond the leader position, enabling all in the organization to benefit.” - Matt Boll

Staff Spotlight

USAC is proud to recognize Ohio State staff who exemplify what it means to be a Buckeye. We are excited to announce Aisha Echols and Charlene Brenner as this month's honorees! Each honoree will receive a $50 gift card, sponsored by OHR. Thank you for all that you do to make a positive impact at Ohio State.

Award nomination periods open



Nominations for the Distinguished Staff Awards and Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Awards will be accepted until Friday, Jan. 26, 2024. Learn more about the criteria and eligibility for each award. 

The OSU Health Plan manages the healthcare insurance benefits and services offered to faculty and staff at The Ohio State University. By overseeing the many health and wellness resources available to members and giving them a single point of contact for all of their health plan needs, The OSU Health Plan makes staying healthy a little bit easier. Click the link below to see some of the wellness events available to staff through the OSU Health Plan.

USAC Meeting Update

Beginning in January 2024, USAC meetings held on the second Wednesday of the month will be open to all, while meetings held on the fourth Wednesday will serve as committee working meetings only open to USAC members. Join us virtually for our next open meeting by referencing the details below!

Join Us!

If you're curious to learn more about USAC and how we operate, please join us virtually each month, on the 2nd Wednesday, for university updates and to hear what USAC is working on.

Next Business Meeting:

Virtual Meeting

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Microsoft Teams

Please note agenda items/topics may change and some information shared during the meetings might not be ready for public dissemination. Guests who plan to attend are encouraged to review updated agendas closer to the business meeting date.  

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Kari Fox at fox.731@osu.edu. At least two weeks' advance notice will help us to provide seamless access. 

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